Viva Cuba in Leeds

So this is a really nice little place. The service was really good and once it filled up, had a good atmosphere. Would I ever eat here again? Definitely not. The potatas bravas were barely cooked and the meatballs were just awful, and I could have done better at home. Maybe the normal menu items are better, because the food reviews seem to be good?! Maybe it was a bad day for the chef

My favourite restaurant in Leeds. The portions are huge and great value and every dish is tasty.

Comida deliciosa y buen ambiente. Vine aquí con mi familia de amigos para celebrar su cumpleaños y fue un gran servicio para uno, instantáneamente me encantó el ambiente, grandes fotografías en la pared. En cuanto a la comida, realmente recomendaría la cerveza rebozada de langostinos reales y el cordero, pero toda la comida era deliciosa y muy llena. Compartimos unos 5 platos entre 2 y nos sobraba mucha comida. Realmente recomendaría este lugar si estás en la zona

I'd give this place 6* if you could. We came for a meal of 4 of us an got 12 tapas dishes in total which was more than enough. The food was outstanding and the service was just as good! The atmosphere was impeccable, feeling cosy and inviting whilst still modern and cool! My personal food favourites: Enchiladas Lamb kebab Calamari Halloumi. If you haven't been, you should. Right now. Like right now. Why are you waiting? Stop reading my review and go to this place now. Invite me also?

Fabulous couldn't eat all those dishes ordered

Pedimos algunas cosas, ninguna de las cuales tenía mucho sabor, incluyendo las empanadas y albóndigas. Las papas bravas estaban mal cocidas y duras, y cubiertas de un insípido chile de res. El lugar en sí es bastante acogedor, y a un precio razonable supongo, pero se puede conseguir mucho mejor comida mexicana en otro lugar.

Quality has deteriorated over time. If it’s your first time, then great, enjoy it. But, shame this place has been serving the same old boring stuff for years now… and had it kept its quality then who could blame them. But if you’re going to serve the same stuff and not do it as well then what a disappointment. Specials are just the same all the time which just proves what I mean.

Food was really good and a good choice of tapas.

Nice music,great food. Small place but the food was excellent. I am cuban and i took my mom who was visiting a few weeks back. Even the kids enjoyed themselves. Menu was overall pretty good except they didnt have Flan which is pretty much THE top desert for every cuban i know. Just a a little tip there. Cant wait to visit again with my family.

lovely restaurant great vibes and music, service was fast and most importantly the food was excellent.

Comida increíble, gran servicio, todo en un lugar realmente fantástico, con música latinoamericana, ambiente relajante y un ambiente relajado. El personal es excelente y la comida es abundante y los precios son tan competitivos. He vuelto un par de veces y no es mi lugar número uno para visitar.

Nice little spot, lovely atmosphere inside. Large food portions for the price although some dishes weren’t the best quality. Some staff were lovely but the management/hosts made us feel slightly unwelcome and rushed as a table of 6. Good spot overall for a casual meal out.

Excellent choice of dishes for all dietary needs, one of my absolute favourite places. The dishes never miss!

I’ve been a loyal customer at Viva Cuba for over 10 years, ever since Martin was part of the team, and I keep coming back for the amazing atmosphere and delicious food. Kane's customer service is outstanding; he goes above and beyond to make every visit special. The dishes crafted by Boe in the kitchen are consistently fantastic, capturing the authentic flavors I love. Thank you, Viva Cuba, for always making each visit memorable—I’ll definitely continue to return!

Fantastic place to eat. The service was exceptionally good and the food was beautiful as always. We ordered far too much as usual but it was all placed in containers for us to take home after. Would highly recommended if you like tapas.

Went tonight for our 10 year wedding anniversary with no kids, had 7 separate plates of food, deserts too. Top notch!

Food could be better - perhaps a little more flavourful. Still very thankful for the free dessert with a candle for our birthday celebration!

Always have a lovely time here, decent selection of veggie and vegan food. Nice drinks. Friendly staff.

Lovely lively atmosphere Food exquisite Efficient, fast and friendly staff Easy parking Highly recommended

Brilliant family night out and great meal

Reservamos un martes por la noche para el cumpleaños de las hijas. El lugar estaba muy ocupado y un gran ambiente. El hecho de que estaba ocupado significaba tener que distraer al personal para pedir bebidas (por lo general, el protocolo para tomar un pedido de bebidas? ). Pedí una selección de tapas que eran en general de calidad decente - las costillas probablemente el plato destacado para mí, cayendo de hueso. Las camareras eran muy amables, pero el servicio era demasiado lento - se disculparon y dijeron que estaba ocupado, así que un retraso con la comida ... ... ... esperamos demasiado tiempo para lo que son platos de tapas preparados. Mi hija se había ido en el momento en que preguntaron sobre el desierto de cortesía, pero nos dio para llevar a casa, que fue un buen toque. Después de haber revisado la factura cuando en casa notó un cóctel de Caipirinha añadido ??? Nadie ordenó ni tuvo uno. Los llamé por teléfono y me trataron de manera rápida y eficiente y me reembolsaron por la bebida deshonesta, pero siempre sospecho de esto, ya que cuántos quedan sin detectar y pagados. Bien. Camareras excelente ambiente y bullicioso. Mal. El servicio era demasiado lento. La comida estaba bien, pero en general una comida decepcionante teniendo en cuenta el tiempo de espera, retrasos y bebida deshonesta añadida, así que no se apresurará a volver.

Fabulous little Cuban restaurant. It was busy so book a table if you are going at peak time. Decor was in character. Lovely selection of tapas dishes. We chose 2 mains, a veg, potato and rice and it was plenty for 2. Alhambra beer on draught is good. Waitresses were there when we needed them. We would definitely go again.

Great food fantastic service always good 5*

Fui a visitar Viva Cuba recientemente después de ver algunas de las críticas positivas. Me alegro de haber hecho el viaje. Estábamos luchando por encontrar un restaurante de tapas / sudamericano decente que también tenía algunas opciones de verduras en el centro de la ciudad, pero Viva Cuba tenía mucho para todos. La comida sí tardó un poco en llegar a nuestra mesa, era un sábado por la noche pero valió la pena esperar. Las porciones son generosas, mucha variedad incluyendo mariscos y vegetarianos y todo muy sabroso. Hicimos sobre pedido, pero ahora sé 2 - 3 platos por persona son un montón y se puede compartir. El lugar en sí es muy agradable, la música y la decoración encajan con el ambiente sudamericano. Definitivamente volveré. Y con suerte también podremos ver algunos burritos de verduras o enchiladas en el menú.

We’ve found this little gem, unassuming from the outside but lovely interior. Tapas and cocktails were all delicious and generous portions.

Amazing atmosphere and decor, friendly and quick service, and insanely good food. Tapas classics and loads more we weren't used to seeing at tapas places, all top quality and amazing value for money. Nice big portions. One of the guys is a vegan and enjoyed his options.

Lovely atmosphere food was nice and filling

Awful. Awful. Awful. The food was greasy and laden with oil. The staff were inattentive, everyone seemed to be stood around too busy looking at laptops rather than focussing on the customers.

Great food moderately priced. We had a wonderful evening with friends and family. The food was great, lots of choices and good portion sizes for a tapas menu. Will definitely go back again. We were a group of 10, but can’t fault the service. Everyone was prompt and very friendly staff

Viva Cuba never fails to deliver. Good drinks, great atmosphere, amazing food of all different varieties. We took the set menu and had enough food to feed an army. Leftovers were fab the next day!! Thank you!!

Really nice food and great service, can't wait to go again.

Would highly recommend. Amazing!

We came as a group of 9 for a birthday, we had the private dining area. Service was good food was amazing and all came out at same time. The price is good for the amount of food and drinks we had. Definitely will be returning.

Our go to Tapas places, never a bad meal or service!!

Great food excellent value for money. Service was good as to be expected given it was late afternoon and not too busy.

Great service and delicious tapas

Good food and drinks. Unfortunately I had found 1 hair in the tacos and 1 hair in the patatas bravas, which put me off from eating. 1-2 hairs too many for me. Overall, it was good food and nice vibes. Liked the dessert

First visit, was a little worried as we hadn't booked. But a lovely welcome and we were offered a table for a good hour and half, having arrived at about 5.30pm. Really helpful advice about portion sizes from the Manager, very plesant waitress. Great selection of tapas, very reasonable prices specials on the board as well. Drink and food arrived in good time, Sangria was lovely and fruity. The food was outstanding hot, delicious and very well presented. All of the staff asked about the food which was really nice as we tested everything. When we asked for the bill the Manager again was absolutely delightful, genuinely pleased that we had such a nice visit. We will definitely be back, will book next time to be sure we have a seat as it's so good. Many many thanks all.

The restaurant was busy but not heaving, the staff are very friendly and helpful, the food was excellent. The portions are generous with a selection that suited everyone in our group.

Very enjoyable evening at Viva Cuba. There were 7 in our party and we had a large table in an area to ourselves. Best Cuban Tapas I have ever had. Good friendly service, too.

First time here with my family well what an absolute treat, the food absolutely delicious, portion sizes fantastic, the service excellent. A huge thanks too to James the Manager for taking care of us and making us laugh🙂 I would definitely recommend this restaurant, well done everyone ❤️❤️ xx

Great place to dine and eat at. Great selection of food that tasted absolutely delicious.

Came here tonight. This is a lovely restaurant all the staff are friendly the service from ordering to table was brilliant every dish we had was fresh and ever so tasty. Plus perfect portion sizes. I Had plantain crisps to pick at then the amazing meatballs along with patatas bravas. Partner had Tomato and garlic bread followed by patatas aioli, grilled hallumi with a green and red dip (forgot what it's called) and a super fresh mixed salad. Will definitely recommend Viva Cuba to anyone wanting authentic tapas. Thanks to all staff for a lovely evening.

Went on a busy Saturday night,the food was running late,as they were very busy and we were offered a free round of drink because of this,we accepted the drinks then the food came.. all fantastic food ...

Lovely setting for a meal out and what an amazing meal, wonderful selection of dishes for every palate. Staff are so friendly and helpful.

We tried this place for the first time recently. Overall the food was good, with the notable exception of the Chorizo. I'm not sure how they managed to make it feel so soft to the point of disintegration. Everything else was tasty. Portion sizes are very good and as I'm sure most people coming here for the first time have done we over ordered. The main let down for me was the atmosphere, the interior feels a bit dated and cheap and the tables weren't big enough for 2 with food drinks on them. We did have a nice time and we would eat here again. Hopefully a bit of updating to the decor is on the cards.

Food & atmosphere excellent. Service a tad slow but that doesn't detract from a great night out. Table of 6 and two dishes each was ample (+ a couple of cheeky ones). Every dish was excellent. I could recommend loads but the ribs stand out Highly recommended and will be back.

Amazing restaurant, always great food and service. Thanks for a fantastic meal 😋

Viva Cuba is consistently superb. The food portions are huge for the price and everything is absolutely delicious (especially the meatballs & enchiladas). We always end up over-ordering but they are happy to let you take the extras away for later! The staff are really friendly and the beer & cocktail range is great too.

Shown straight to our table which has never happen in the last 15yrs! Told food would be an hour min so ordered a starter. . Roll on 40mins, food out but missing 2 dishes! They never came.. So when paying the bill, the manager (Nathan) said, yes we’ll take this off the bill, which was nice because we didn’t get paid them! I expressed disappointment at not getting the food we actually ordered as he tutted & said to the young lady at the till, take 5% off. It was a shocking service & I will try anywhere else but here.

Fantastic visit to this restaurant for a family birthday celebration. Comprehensive menu and the food was outstanding

best tapas in leeds, best value for money

First-time trying this place for a friend's birthday. Would not recommend, although the waiter that served us, Sanjay, was great, the rest of the experience was not. Food was below average and other staff members were rude and unpleasant. My friend asked a worker, a blonde haired man, to take a picture but he said he was too 'busy'. Very unprofessional, was holding hands with another worker and massaging her shoulders. This lady, with short brown hair was also very unpleasant. Not a nice place. I hope management look into these two individuals.

Can't beat it, everything was delicious!

First visit for a couple of years, food still spot on, however service wise felt really rushed as if they wanted us finished and out asap.

Great little place, we went there for a birthday with a group of 16, we had the mezzanine floor all to ourselves. We also had a guest with a peanut allergy which the staff accommodated for. The food all came out together and there was plenty of it, enough for a couple of doggy bags to take home. We've had good feedback from the guests aboutbour visit and will obviously be back again in the future.

Absolutely the best place to eat in Leeds, never disappointed, love it.....

I've ordered the same three dishes each time and the flavour varies. I don't know if it's just who is preparing but every now and then you've got to add a LOT of salt.

Superb 👌 Excellent restaurant, service & food. Ideal for all the family. Highly recommend anyone to visit here, you won't be disappointed 🙌

Always an enjoyable place to visit with a great menu sure to please most people.

Excellent food and plenty of it. Great staff and service. Will be back

Modest prices and amazing food, great atmosphere and friendly staff

Brilliant place, been over 20 times. Never had a bad experience.

Always great. Been going for years and still top notch

Possible out favourite place to eat in Leeds. The food is fantastic with so much choice. Should be no problem catering for fussy eaters in a group. Staff are friendly and the places has a lovely feel to it. Parking just over the road in Cardigan Fields. Totally recommend.

Disappointing - long wait for food (over an hour after we arrived), food wasn’t great when it did show up, majority of service was emotionless and made us feel uncomfortable.

Love this place. Staff are lovely, and the food is delicious.

The food was amazing and I was impressed by the portion sizes! Staff were very friendly as well. Already planning my next visit

Great food and service. Could do with being a bit brighter in the place and the waitress could’ve offered us the specials.

I am a simple person who uses a standard baseline to gauge the quality of the restaurant, so a mid week visit to a restaurant is always a good test. Firstly the staff were amazing and even served the food wearing black fabric gloves, but a restaurant is more than just the staff. It is also about the food and the space. First the space, it did not wow me. It was a converted ex-bank so it wasn't the biggest space, but we had the luxury of eating in the old vault area which was nice however as a whole the place has gone for a rustic cuban look. Honestly it looks tired and thrown together. That might have been the aim, but did not work for me. Tables are too small when you have loads of tapas bowls/plates, there's hardly enough room for your plate and drink. Now for the food. As I said I have a simple baseline for anywhere that says they serve 'de la mar' food...can they cook calamari without making it rubbery. They failed. It was like eating rubber bands. I know it might be slightly harsh, but it's my personal opinion. Also whilst I am on it, should chorizo be squishy? It was squishy, soft and fell to pieces in your mouth, I cannot explain how they made a solid sausage into a semi liquid? How? Look, for all the critiques it was not too bad. The party as a whole had a great time. No one left hungry and to be honest we might have ordered too much... Oops 😬. If you're in the area it is worth checking out.

Shadow of its former self, one good tapas dish the rest not so

Nice place, great food although seems more Spanish than Cuban (I know, they’re similar) service was a bit slow but overall lovely staff. Good prices also

First time visit to viva cuba and it was very nice,welcoming the staff were very helpfull in giving you ideas on what to order,the food dishes were a very good size and really enjoyable,i would definitely come back to viva cuba..parking is free across the road in the retail park cardigan fields but just be careful how long you park for.overall would say the dishes are plentiful and not too expensive and the Alambra beer was very nice.thank you for a very enjoyable night and will come back again.

Fantastic number of tasty vegetarian options, including plenty that is also gluten-free. The kids also love Cuban tapas, so it's a win all round. We've been coming for years and this is the first time I've had the Pan de España. OMG, amazing! Drooling just thinking about it 😂

It was okay. The food order was wrong but the waiting staff were so nice I didn't want to complain. The food itself was mediocre but for a tapas restaurant the portion sizes were quite good. It unfortunately wasn't a place that made me go wow.

Having dinner here was an amazing experience! The atmosphere is cosy and relaxing, all staff is friendly and professional, the portion is very generous for tapas, and everything I ordered tastes excellent! On top if it, food and drinks all are reasonably priced. I love this restaurant most in Kirkstall.

Instantly greeted with warmth, had a latecomer but the staff weren’t pushy with ordering. Eventually ordered and food was very tasty, especially the pork ribs in honey and lamb stew. Very generous portions too, will definitely be taking many people back here.

One of my new favourite places. Food is amazing. Atmosphere electric and staff really nice. You could be in Cuba when you’re in there!!!

We tried Viva Cuba tonight and it had a great selection of food - enchiladas were our favourite. Lovely atmosphere and very attentive staff that were happy to help and recommend. And a HUGE portion of olives so that was a bonus

Fantastic food with a great variety of dishes to choose from. Staff were friendly and attentive and I would definitely return!

First time here, but I will be back absolutely fantastic. Fantastic staff and service

Been here several times, both as a small and a large group. Service is pretty rapid even in a larger group, both for drinks and the food itself. Portion sizes vary a lot between each tapa, and are on the generous side, particularly for anything involving potatoes. My favourite dish is the pork ribs, which are tender and sweet. It's been very busy every time I've gone here, which is great to see!

This is the best tapas place around reasonably priced and outstanding quality food

Just...wow...amazing. Would recommend the potatas bravas

Great tasting, fresh food. Service with a smile Fabulous atmosphere. Loved it Not cheap but good portion sizes Will return!

Very authentic and great food with prompt service.

One of the best restaurants in Leeds! The food is absolutely amazing, very good portions for great prices. The service is great (it can get very busy on weekends). Fantastic atmosphere, great for date night or a family get together. 100% recommend, you will not be disappointed!

Seriously tasty food, I got the piri chicken, pork enchiladas and paella. I’d recommend the first two the most. Tastiest food I’ve had in leeds tbh and amazing prices. I ordered takeaway but the atmosphere is really nice so think I’d eat in next time. And the lager on tap is very tasty. Friendly staff aswell. If you order online for collection I’d recommend calling after just to confirm your order went through to avoid any confusion.

This is an amazing Cuban restaurant with very kind personnel and a great amount of food for the money you pay ratio. You really feel welcomed and during the night they’re extremely kind in their service. Thank you for the hospitality and the guidance picking the food! The little take away boxes were incredible as well! Highly recommend to eat here if you’re around Leeds.

Mushroom croquettes were delicious. Favourites like chorizo went down well. Nice ambience. Service was good.

Fun atmosphere, great experience, loads of food choices, mix n match but go with friends have fun!

Absolutely beautiful food. Generous portions (we had the set menu for 4). Great service. Plenty of free parking in the leisure complex right opposite (no height restrictions - went in my campervan!) We'll be back! Highly recommended!

Really chilled and a great selection of food and drinks

I find Viva Cuba very dark, dingy & very very noisy. It's difficult to have a conversation with people on your own table as it seems to "echo" The food was okay

Very good staff. Very Cuban. The food was okay, nothing spectacular, however, the dessert was to die for.

My first time here, celebrating a family birthday. Great portion sizes, beautiful food, waiters friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.

A great spot that has a bunch of fun charm on the inside. The atmosphere was super and the staff are attentive. The food is also good, with a few dishes better than others, but that is tapas. Try a few things!

Good portion sizes and very reasonable prices! Highly recommended!

Myself and my wife absolutely love this place. The food is amazing and staff are lovely. Highly recommend Viva Cuba 👌🏻

It's like you're in Cuba! Excellent food at reasonable prices.