Yuca

[Haggis man]

I noticed a new (or new to me) Cuban place on 18th Street near M Street. Anyone been there yet?

[mnebergall]

Dunno. I work at 17th & M. I will check it out and report back.

[morela]

I believe that's Yuca (sic). You should make a point to have a chuckle at their logo. If I remember correctly a yellow, sombrero-wearing yucca with googley eyes.

http://www.washingtonian.com/dining/Profiles/yuca.html

I think it's a club

[FunJohnny]

Actually I have been there -- for a Happy Hour for a departing Cubana whith whom I had the pleaseue to work. Damn fine mojitos and a nice space. The menu looked interesting, but since I didn't sample anything solid can't comment on the food.

Edited May 29, 2004 by FunJohnny (log)

[Haggis man]

I think I will try a lunch there next week. Anyone want to join me?

Scott

[butterfly]

The cuban sandwich wasn't bad at all (though you can't find the right bread north of Tampa), but it was pretty pricey. We got take out, so I can't comment on the ambiance.

[jmc8y]

how much are the mojitos at happy hour?

[FunJohnny]

how much are the mojitos at happy hour?

I need to clarify that the Happy Hour wasn't an official one at Yuca, it was one organized by us to say farewell to our colleague. I'm not sure if Yuca has a "Happy Hour" and darned if I can remember precisely how much the mojitas were -- not unreasonable though. Other than that can I be of further assistance...?

[Haggis man]

This is harzardous...but I will take one for the team and stop by for a mojito and grab a menu on my way home today.

Scott

[FunJohnny]

You're a brave man, laddy! Let us know if there is in fact a Happy Hour.

[Haggis man]

I was the sole drinker in the bar at 4:45pm today. The mojito was well made, lots of bug juice :) and the cost was $6.00. THey used fresh lime and mint, and moddled the drink before adding good rum and soda. The "Happy Hour " is till 7 pm and consists a dollar off per drink, no food specials. The menu is very long, but most of the entries are $$ IMHO. The resturant was nice, with good music, tables outside and over stuffed couches in the bar area. I think I will try lunch here this week.

On a really big tangent, I am sitting on my porch typing this and listening to the moody blues, who are playing at Wolf Trap tonight!

[jmc8y]

I was the sole drinker in the bar at 4:45pm today. The mojito was well made, lots of bug juice :) and the cost was $6.00. THey used fresh lime and mint, and moddled the drink before adding good rum and soda. The "Happy Hour " is till 7 pm and consists a dollar off per drink, no food specials. The menu is very long, but most of the entries are $$ IMHO. The resturant was nice, with good music, tables outside and over stuffed couches in the bar area. I think I will try lunch here this week.

On a really big tangent, I am sitting on my porch typing this and listening to the moody blues, who are playing at Wolf Trap tonight!

sounds good, i will have to try it!

[FunJohnny]

I was the sole drinker in the bar at 4:45pm today. The mojito was well made, lots of bug juice :) and the cost was $6.00. THey used fresh lime and mint, and moddled the drink before adding good rum and soda. The "Happy Hour " is till 7 pm and consists a dollar off per drink, no food specials. The menu is very long, but most of the entries are $$ IMHO. The resturant was nice, with good music, tables outside and over stuffed couches in the bar area. I think I will try lunch here this week.

On a really big tangent, I am sitting on my porch typing this and listening to the moody blues, who are playing at Wolf Trap tonight!

Thanks for the scoop on Yuca.

As for the Bluedy Moods -- Did you Go? "Tuesday Afternoon..."

[Haggis man]

I live a 1/2 mile from Wolf Trap and can walk through the woods to get there. On a godd night I sit on my poarch and hear the music. I can also take a picnic and listen for free out in the field behind the outdoor hall. Its a nice "perk" for living in the area. We take advantage when ever Wolf trap has a free event and go to several concerts a year.

[JennyUptown]

Has anyone else tried Yuca (for food or just for drinks)?

[bbq4meanytime]

Ok, had to take one for the 'Gulls so a friend and I hit this for lunch today. We sat inside but they were seating outdoor if you wanted the full "Cuban" effect [hot and humid]. Good size interior and bar. There was a dance floor too. A few Cubans were seated around, mixed in with DC business types for lunch.

My friend opted for the Grilled Roast Pork sandwich and I went with the Canero sandwich (pork, chorizo & chicken). The sandwiches were big enough that we swapped halves and got to try both. Not having any expereince with Cuban sandwiches, I'll reserve any critical review for those who have but we both liked the sandwiches. A word to the wise: don't fill up on the plantain chips when they bring them out in the basket because you get a big mound of them with your sandwich. Like fries, you can't let them go to waste. If you're a soup and sandwich person, I'd try the soup & half- sandwich lunch special for $7.95. But I'm sure there are some good things like the leg of pork marinated with orange bitter, lemson, onions and braised in the oven, or the jerk beef with roasted sweet potatoes...we'll be back.