Eat Up Havana by the Westword – Featuring Restaurants along On Havana Street, One By One, Week By Week
June 18th, 2025
Antony Bruno is a freelance writer focused on food, wine, and adventure. A Cook Street School of Culinary Arts graduate, he strives to help others level up their cooking skills and food knowledge with stories that educate, entertain, and inspire. He has previously written for such publications as Billboard Magazine, 5280 Magazine, and countless corporate blogs/newsletters.
Over a decade ago, former Westword food editor Mark Antonation began his food-writing career by eating his way up Federal Boulevard. Now, we’re turning our attention to another vibrant culinary corridor.
The four-plus-mile stretch of Havana Street between Dartmouth and Sixth Avenue in Aurora is home to the most diverse array of international cuisine available in the metro area.
From restaurants and markets to take-and-go shops and stands, food lovers of nearly any ethnicity or interest can find a place that will remind them of home or open new culinary doors.
In Eat Up Havana, Westword contributor Antony Bruno will visit them all, one by one, week by week.
We’re kicking off a new series exploring the diverse cuisine of Aurora’s Havana Street with a hot pot feast.
February 12, 2025
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The modern, upscale izakaya concept stands out while fitting in on Aurora’s Havana Street.
February 19, 2025
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Whether filling up on the familiar or taking risks on new flavors, this Indian buffet stays true to its barrier-breaking past.
February 26, 2025
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The locally owned mini-chain has been around for over twenty years and will soon expand with a fifth location in Westminster.
March 5, 2025
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While its Colfax location closed last year, its other outpost is riding a social wave to success.
March 12, 2025
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Bring a big appetite and a big group to this standout eatery in Aurora.
March 19, 2025
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The halal restaurant and food market grills up fresh kebabs, shawarma and rotisserie chicken and offers housemade Iraqi bread.
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While this spare restaurant on Havana Street may not have much curb appeal, but take a leap of faith and you’ll be rewarded.
Will pig feet be the next oxtail or pork belly? Hanyang Wang Jokbal in Aurora might convince you.
