Casa de Al (Al Capone House)

Casa de Al (Al Capone’s House)

Address: Avenida Kawama, Varadero, Matanzas, Cuba
Phone: (53 45) 66 8018
Opening hours: From 10 am to 10 pm, Daily

This beautiful beachfront house dating from the 1920’s is now one of the best restaurants in Varadero. Legend says that well-known gangster Al Capone may have been the owner of this beach-house in the late 20’s, although a sign at the restaurant’s door states that he never actually lived there. But one thing's for sure, the Chicago mobster did favour Cuba with his repeated presence during the Prohibition-era.

No matter what is the “real” link between Big Al and this stunning stone and wood house, the restaurant is worth a visit for its large selection of meals and wines and good service. Their specialty is seafood and paellas. You can also just go for a drink and enjoy its unique ambiance and fantastic views, or just make a photo-stop.

It's located in the western part of Varadero. Getting there is very easy as it is an official stop of the hop-on/hop-off double-decker bus that does the Varadero circuit.

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