The very definition of hip, Dallas' Cuba Libre Cafe is one of the 'it' locations in Dallas. The two-story restaurant and bar dazzles the taste buds and sets the scene for a great night out on the town. Its marvelous exterior positively screams good times to be had with its floodlighting Cuban style building with decorated palm trees.

Once the trendy exterior has beckoned guests inside, they will be pleasantly surprised to find even more than what they expected. Upbeat Cuban rhythms set the mood in this colorful 5,100 square foot restaurant located in no other place than Dallas' Henderson entertainment district.

Casual yet chic, this restaurant attract Dallas' young professionals looking for a mix between fine dining, unique Latin American cuisine and a night spent mingling among the single crowd. The prices are also well within a young professional budget, ranging from $10-15 for the main course.

Chef Nico Sanchez brings his Pan Latin cuisine alive in this remarkably fun atmosphere. Even visitors who are tired from the long workday become pepped up during the 'Thirst-Quenching Happy Hour.' The restaurant is not without its accolades having been featured in magazines like Southern Living. The Dallas Observer also twice chose it for Best Late Night Restaurant.

The menu consists of absolutely whimsical tacos platters, including the popular spicy grilled swordfish taco accompanied with jicama slaw. The ceviche martini rocks the house, or guests can opt for the classic favorite spinach salad served with hearts of palm, bacon, goat cheese and pine nuts brought together with a power-packed passion fruit dressing. For those just looking for some snacks, sweet plantain chips and tomato salsa are to die for. The Banana-Nut Bread Pudding or the Key Lime Pie might just pleasantly surprise dessert lovers.

Cocktail recommendations from the upstairs bar include the mojito and the St. Croix, both popular drinks with Pan Latin flavors. Visitors looking for great food and a night of inexpensive fun should head to Cuba Libre Cafe.