THIS RESTAURANT IS CLOSED Cafe Atlantic

THIS RESTAURANT IS CLOSED Cafe Atlantic Restaurant Review:

Prominent restaurateur Xiomara Ardolina originally opened this eatery around the corner from her Xiomara to showcase the authentic cuisine of her native Cuba. She then moved it into the cozy back room of her flagship restaurant, making Pasadena’s Xiomara a versatile one-stop-shop for all. Casual but definitely stylish, it’s a refreshing upgrade from Versailles and other more pedestrian Cuban eateries. For starters, jump for the creamy lamb croquetas or crunchy bacalao (salt cod) fritters, both presented rather elegantly with cool aïoli-like dipping sauces. For entrées, consider a hearty ropa vieja, saffron-scented arroz con pollo, or flank steak topped with onions and parsley. The accompanying sweet plantains and heartwarming black beans enhance the experience.