John Mims, chef of Carmine’s Creole Act II, recently decided to close the doors on his Narberth restaurant in favor of a new venture, Treme, in Philadelphia. The vacant storefront wasn’t without a tenant for long. New Habana, a Cuban-inspired BYOB, has set up shop and is now serving up savory bites.
Four friends with a long history of Philadelphia restaurant experience created their establishment after a visit to Cuba. Having fallen in love with the cuisine and unable to find any authentic fare in the city or surrounding suburbs, they decided to make their own.
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New Habana’s opening menu features appetizers like ceviche, chicharones, soups and salads. There is a large selection of reasonably priced entrees ($19 and under) such as ropa vieja or paella with a choice of sides including plantains, yucca, beans and rice.
The BYOB is also open for lunch and brunch.
232 Woodbine Ave., Narberth, (610) 660-0160, www.newhabana.com.
