Looking for the perfect summer cocktail? The mojito is a classic cocktail that’s made with fresh mint, lime juice, sugar, and rum. It’s the perfect, refreshing drink on hot days and sultry summer nights. Our readers nominated their favorite mojito spots in NYC, and the vote is in. See who makes the best mojitos in Manhattan.
2024: Manhattan Voted Cuba Best Mojito!
Cuba
222 Thompson St
(212) 420-7878 – cubanyc.com
Located in Greenwich Village, on a street reminiscent of Old Havana, Cuba Restaurant has been serving patrons since 2004. The delicious aroma and flavor of authentic Cuban, Latin, and Spanish dishes, as well as spectacular mojitos, make Cuba Restaurant a favorite for locals and tourists alike. The food, the music, and the culture here at 222 Thompson Street are like an escape to Little Havana without having to go as far. The fun and friendly atmosphere makes Cuba Restaurant a great choice for dinner and a night out with friends.
2023: Manhattan Voted Vida Verde Best Mojito!
Vida Verde
248 west 55th street
(646) 657-0565 – vidaverdeny.com
The votes are in, and Manhattanites have spoken: No bar or restaurant in the city makes a better mojito than Vida Verde. This Mexican restaurant has a fun and exciting atmosphere with bright neon colors decking the interior. Not only that, but the bartenders are all about making sure guests are having fun by keeping the drinks flowing. Loyal customers rave about the wide selection of beverages, including the delicious mojitos. Vida Verde is also known for its many flavors of margaritas, including blueberry coconut and mango habanero. And of course, the food paired with the mojito or margarita lives up to the same quality. Vida Verde’s menu offers all the Mexican staples you’d expect and more. The restaurant is also a popular spot for brunch.
2022: Manhattan Voted Café Habana Best Mojito!
Café Habana
17 Prince St
(212) 625-2002 – cafehabana.com
For the past 22 years, Café Habana has been serving up good times around good food. Their tasty selections will surely have you coming back for more. This Café Habana spot was made out of an old school New York City diner, which blended together with Cuban-Mexican inspired food makes it a one-of-a-kind spot in NYC. Their mojitos are one for the books – this classic drink goes well with any of Café Habana’s menu items. They don’t take reservations at Café Habana, so be sure to head down there to grab a seat!
2021: Manhattan Voted The Rum House Best Mojito!
The Rum House
228 W 47th St
(646) 490-6924 – www.therumhousenyc.com
With a name like The Rum House, you would likely expect that this midtown Manhattan cocktail bar specializes in rum-based drinks such as the Mojito. And you would be correct, as many New Yorkers proved by voting The Rum House their favorite Mojito. Its version of the famous Cuban cocktail is made with Plantation 3 Stars-brand white rum, mint, lime and club soda. And that’s all you need to have a perfect Mojito. The Rum House has been temporarily closed due to the pandemic, but planned to open again soon. As soon as it opens its doors again, you know where to head for the best Mojito north of Cuba.
2020: Manhattan Voted Café Habana Best Mojito!
Café Habana
17 Prince St
(212) 625-2001 – www.cafehabana.com
For the past 20 years, Café Habana has been serving up good times around good food. Their tasty selections will surely have you coming back for more. This Café Habana spot was made out of an old school New York City diner, which blended together with Cuban-Mexican inspired food makes it a one-of-a-kind spot in NYC. Their mojitos are one for the books – this classic drink goes well with any of Café Habana’s menu items. They don’t take reservations at Café Habana, so be sure to head down there to grab a seat!
