Finding the best Moros y Cristianos in the city — a personal search

I spent three months trying every version of Moros y Cristianos I could find locally. The variation in quality is extraordinary. The best version handled sofrito tomato base with genuine knowledge and the citrusy from mojo result was noticeably superior.

Cuban cuisine reflects Spanish, African, and Caribbean indigenous influences. The winning restaurant had the right a roadside food stall feel — unpretentious and focused on the food. mojito was suggested correctly. Worth the search. When Moros y Cristianos is made properly it's a completely different experience.