Boston Chefs

Located in Cambridge, Gustazo Cuban Kitchen & Bar brings a vibrant, modern take on Cuban cuisine to a bustling, urban setting. Chef-owner Patricia Estorino draws on her Havana roots to shape a menu that balances bold, expressive flavors with seasonal New England ingredients, a style that has earned the restaurant national recognition and garnered Estorino numerous James Beard Award semifinalist nods for Best Chef: Northeast.

The space reflects that same sense of energy and warmth, blending contemporary design with an easygoing, neighborhood feel that works just as well for a weeknight dinner as it does for a lively weekend brunch. A seasonal patio extends the experience outdoors in warmer months, offering an inviting setting that complements the restaurant’s shareable, flavor-forward style and making it a go-to for both locals and visitors.

At its core, Gustazo is about pleasure (its name loosely translates to a moment of indulgence) and that ethos carries through in both the food and the atmosphere. With a menu rooted in tradition yet shaped by its surroundings, and a bar program that draws on classic Cuban influences alongside a broader, globally inspired perspective, Gustazo offers a dining experience that feels both transportive and distinctly at home in Cambridge.