La Bella Havana
Downtown Yonkers, Yonkers
Bar in Yonkers, United States
Book with PearlWhy go
La Bella Havana is a practical downtown Yonkers pick for groups that need an easy, central meal plan without reservation drama. Choose it for convenience and flexibility; look to One Pier Steakhouse for a more formal night or Mon Amour Coffee & Wine Yonkers for a lighter coffee-and-wine plan.
About La Bella Havana
In Yonkers, La Bella Havana is a direct option to consider for its basics: it offers daily 11 AM–11 PM hours and a casual dress code. Beyond those points, detail is limited, so it is better to frame the choice practically rather than build it around a specific cuisine, chef, price point, room style, or special-occasion format.
For someone who has already been once, the next visit should be treated as a familiar local choice rather than a heavily documented destination meal. Room details, menu structure, service format, and price tier are not available, so the safer read is simple: use La Bella Havana when its Yonkers location, casual dress code, and consistent daily hours fit the plan.
Use it for the practical plan, not the splurge plan
The strongest case is convenience. La Bella Havana is open 11 AM–11 PM every day, which makes scheduling easier than places with shifting hours. With no awards, chef details, price tier, seating count, or menu format available, the decision should stay grounded: choose it for availability and a casual setting, not for a documented culinary credential.
If the occasion is more specific, compare before committing. One Pier Steakhouse may be worth considering when the group wants a different dining proposition. Mon Amour Coffee & Wine Yonkers fits a different kind of plan. For a broader scan, use Our full Yonkers restaurants guide, then cross-check other options in Our full Yonkers bars guide.
When to choose a peer instead
Choose La Bella Havana when daily 11 AM–11 PM hours, Yonkers, and a casual dress code are enough to make the plan work. If the plan calls for a different kind of outing, Yonkers Brewing Company or Simple Motive Brewing Co. may be worth comparing.
The date-night case depends on the brief. A couple looking for a polished room, a known wine program, a named chef, or a clearly defined menu format has too little detail to rely on those factors. For a relaxed repeat visit with someone who already likes the place, it may work. For a more specific occasion, compare against other options first.
Planning details
- Location
- 35 Main St, Yonkers, NY 10701
- Website
- labellahavana.com
- Phone
- +1 914 920 9777
The take
The Take
The Vibe
La Bella Havana positions itself as a craft-minded Cuban bar tucked into Yonkers’ evolving Main Street scene. The copy leans heavily on tradition — the mojito, daiquiri and Cuba libre are invoked as canonical drinks — and the piece stresses technical rigor, rum selection and balance. That combination gives the place a classic, sophisticated tone: it feels like a spot where bartending matters and the program is treated with seriousness. At the same time, its Cuban reference and neighborhood setting lend a warm, characterful edge rather than a museumlike formality, so the bar reads as polished but approachable.
Best For
This bar is best for nights focused on cocktails and discovery. It suits guests who want to explore Cuban drink classics executed with attention to technique — small groups or couples looking for a spirited, late-night stop will find it rewarding. Because the write-up frames La Bella Havana as filling an underrepresented niche in Westchester, it’s also a good pick for locals curious about a specialized rum-and-cocktail program rather than a generic neighborhood tavern. Expect a lively, bar-centered evening where the drink craft is the main attraction.
Ordering Tips
When you order, treat the bartender as the expert: the piece makes clear that rum selection, juice freshness and dilution are central to the bar’s approach. Ask what rums are in rotation and whether classics like the daiquiri or mojito are made with fresh lime and measured dilution. If balance matters to you, mention a preference for brighter citrus or less sweetness — those are the exact elements the write-up highlights as decisive. In short, lean on the bartender’s knowledge and prioritize cocktails that showcase rum and precise technique.
Venue details
Ambiance
Vibrant and festive Cuban atmosphere with lively crowds.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Lounge
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
- Music
- Latin Salsa/jazz
- Live Music
- Yes
Signature Pours
- Havana Club Mojitos
- LBH Passion
- Havana Loco
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 35 Main St, Yonkers, NY 10701
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Mon Amour Coffee & Wine Yonkers, Notable alternative
- Zuppa, Notable alternative
- Yonkers Brewing Company, Notable alternative
- One Pier Steakhouse, Notable alternative
- Simple Motive Brewing Co., Notable alternative
Bar context
How La Bella Havana compares in Yonkers
La Bella Havana is the practical group choice in this set: easier to justify when the plan needs a central meal and a low-friction booking. Mon Amour Coffee & Wine Yonkers is better for a lighter coffee-and-wine stop, while Zuppa is the better cross-shop when the group wants a more restaurant-forward Italian-leaning night.
For a bigger-feeling occasion, One Pier Steakhouse is the safer pick because the steakhouse format gives the evening clearer structure. For drinks-first groups, Yonkers Brewing Company and Simple Motive Brewing Co. make more sense than booking a full restaurant meal. Pick La Bella Havana when dinner is the anchor; pick the breweries when the table mostly wants pints and a looser plan.
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Compare La Bella Havana
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| La Bella Havana | Yonkers | No published awards |
| Mon Amour Coffee & Wine Yonkers | Yonkers | No published awards |
| Zuppa | Yonkers | No published awards |
| Yonkers Brewing Company | Yonkers | No published awards |
| One Pier Steakhouse | Yonkers | No published awards |
| Simple Motive Brewing Co. | Yonkers | No published awards |
How La Bella Havana Yonkers compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is La Bella Havana open late?
La Bella Havana is listed as open until 11 PM every day in Yonkers. That gives it a clear daily closing time with no weekday variation in hours. For a different kind of plan, Yonkers Brewing Company is another option to consider.
What's the best time to go to La Bella Havana?
Hours are 11 AM–11 PM daily, so the best time depends on the kind of visit you want. Since information on crowd patterns, reservations, or service format is not available, plan around the daily hours rather than assuming a specific peak time. For a different pace, Mon Amour Coffee & Wine Yonkers is another option to consider.
Is the food good at La Bella Havana?
Hours, Yonkers location, and a casual dress code are available, but awards, chef details, cuisine, menu format, or ratings are not. If the goal is a straightforward night out in Yonkers, it may fit; if food style or a documented culinary credential is the deciding factor, compare with another option such as One Pier Steakhouse.
Is La Bella Havana good for groups?
Information on seating capacity, private dining, reservation policy, or service format is not available, so group suitability should not be assumed. La Bella Havana is in Yonkers, has a casual dress code, and is open 11 AM–11 PM daily. Compared with Zuppa or Simple Motive Brewing Co., choose based on the kind of outing you want and any details you find.
Is La Bella Havana good for a date?
It can work for a low-pressure date if the daily hours, Yonkers location, and casual dress code fit the plan. Ambiance, wine program, chef details, or menu structure are not available. If you want a different style of outing, Mon Amour Coffee & Wine Yonkers is another option to consider.
