Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar
Downtown Concord, Concord
Bar in Concord, United States
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Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar is a practical downtown Concord pick when the plan needs dinner and drinks in one place rather than a formal destination meal. It works for first-timers, casual dates, groups that want an easy Union Street anchor before or after other Concord stops.
About Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar
Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar is a Concord venue to consider when the plan calls for a casual setting and posted hours that cover afternoon and evening visits on most open days. It is closed Monday; open Tuesday through Thursday from 12–9 PM; Friday from 12–10 PM; Saturday from 11 AM–10 PM; and Sunday from 11 AM–6 PM. The listed dress code is casual.
The case for choosing it should stay practical rather than trophy-driven. That leaves Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar best framed as a casual Concord option where the main planning details are its name, city, hours, dress code.
Go when the night needs flexibility, not formality
The schedule is the clearest planning advantage. Friday and Saturday run until 10 PM, Tuesday through Thursday run until 9 PM, Sunday ends earlier at 6 PM, Monday is closed. If the group is comparing different kinds of nearby outings, High Branch Brewing Co. Cabarrus Brewing Company, Afton Pub & Pizza, The Wine Room at Afton Village Inc. and The Basement Arcade Bar are other Concord-area names to consider depending on the mood.
Recommendation is conditional: choose Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar when the posted hours and casual dress code fit the plan. If the group wants a different kind of outing, one of the other nearby options may be easier to match to that purpose.
Use it as a Concord anchor, then cross-shop by mood
For visitors building a Concord night out, Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar can be one option to compare against other local dining and bar choices. Use Our full Concord restaurants guide when food is the priority, compare the posted hours before committing, especially on Sunday or Monday.
Quick reference: choose Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar for a casual Concord plan that fits its posted hours; choose another nearby option if the group already knows it wants a different kind of outing.
Planning details
- Location
- 11 Union St S Suite, 108, Concord, NC 28025
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- havanacarolina.com
- Phone
- +1 704 793 4233
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Havana Carolina reads as a measured, tradition-minded back bar that leans on Cuban-American nightlife cues without becoming a pastiche. Housed in a suite-level space on Union Street, the room emphasizes a curated spirit program and a cigar-bar lineage, which together create a classic, sophisticated atmosphere. The format feels deliberate rather than casual: it positions itself as an alternative to the brewery taproom scene and invites a more considered drinking and dining experience. Intimate in scale, the venue favors conversation and craft over rowdy crowds, presenting a refined neighborhood option grounded in cocktail culture.
Best For
Because Havana Carolina pairs a full dining room with a focused back bar, it works well for after-work cocktails and evening meals where the drink program matters. The suite-level setting and the emphasis on a curated spirit selection encourage lingering over conversation-driven drinks and plates rather than a quick pint. It suits small groups or couples who want a more deliberate alternative to the nearby brewery scene, particularly those interested in Cuban-leaning flavors and a planted, cocktail-forward point of view.
Ordering Tips
Let the back bar guide your choices: the description highlights a curated spirit selection and a Cuban-leaning identity, so ask the bartender what on the shelves shapes the cocktail menu and what they recommend. Expect classic technique with nods to Cuban flavor profiles; if you aren’t sure, request the house take or a bartender's recommendation that expresses the program's point of view. Because the venue couples bar and dining service, plan to order both a cocktail and a plate to see how the drinks and food are balanced within the concept.
Venue details
Ambiance
Colorful and full of character with tropical décor, upbeat Latin music, and a welcoming vibe that balances casual and festive atmospheres.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Lounge
- Late Night
- Open Until 2am
- Music
- Cuban Rhythms Including Salsa, Son Cubano, and Mambo
- Live Music
- Yes
Signature Pours
- Mojito
- Churrasco a la Cubana
- Cubano
Planning details
Location
11 Union St S Suite, 108, Concord, NC 28025 · Directions
Also consider
Cross-shop these nearby options
Try Afton Pub & Pizza if the group wants a casual meal with less decision-making. Try The Basement Arcade Bar if dinner is secondary and the night needs an activity.
For broader planning, use Our full Concord hotels guide, Our full Concord wineries guide, Our full Concord experiences guide. For out-of-market comparison browsing, see 'O Munaciello MiMo District Neapolitan Pizza in Miami, (405) Brewing Co. LLC in Norman, and ¡BE! Club in San Sebastián.
Bar context
How it compares with Concord alternatives
Choose Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar when the priority is a combined restaurant-and-bar stop in downtown Concord. The Basement Arcade Bar is better when the group wants activity built into the night, while High Branch Brewing Co. and Cabarrus Brewing Company make more sense for beer-first plans.
For value, the smarter choice depends on format. Afton Pub & Pizza is the safer casual fallback when pizza and pints are enough. The Wine Room at Afton Village Inc. is the better fit for a wine-led date or slower conversation. Havana Carolina is the middle option: more meal-oriented than the breweries, less activity-driven than the arcade bar, less narrowly focused than the wine room.
Booking difficulty should be easier here than at venues that depend on a specific seating style or special-event calendar. For a first Concord night out, start here if the group has mixed priorities; cross-shop the breweries, pub, wine room, or arcade bar only when the mood is already clear.
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Compare Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar | Concord | No published awards |
| The Basement Arcade Bar | Concord | No published awards |
| High Branch Brewing Co. | Concord | No published awards |
| Cabarrus Brewing Company | Concord | No published awards |
| Afton Pub & Pizza | Concord | No published awards |
| The Wine Room at Afton Village Inc. | Concord | No published awards |
How Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar Concord compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar have outdoor seating?
Is Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar good for a date?
It can work for a casual Concord date if the posted hours and casual dress code match the plan. Set expectations accordingly.
Is Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar open late?
It is open until 10 PM on Friday and Saturday. Tuesday through Thursday it closes at 9 PM, Sunday ends at 6 PM, Monday is closed.
Is the food good at Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar?
Use the posted hours and casual dress code as the planning details, check current menus or reviews separately if food quality is your deciding factor.
