Lime, mint, sugar and rum. The essential components of the Cuban classic: the mojito. While ingredients and techniques differ, we can guarantee that these nine establishments will blow you away.
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222 Thompson St. / 212.420.7878 / Website
Picture this: you’re eating shredded-chicken empanadas and sipping on a mango mojito under the summer sun. This dream can become a reality as you transport yourself to the streets of Old Havana when you visit Greenwich Village's authentic Cuban restaurant, Cuba. Their signature mojito uses Bacardi Carta Blanca, lime, mint, sugar and soda. In a tropical twist, their mojitos come in the flavors of coconut, raspberry, pineapple, mango and passion fruit, so you'll be enjoying summer in a glass in no time.
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228 W. 47th St. / 646.490.6924 / Website
If you ever find yourself in Times Square, you absolutely must stop by the Rum House, whether it be for a drink before a performance or a simple afternoon pick-me-up. Renowned for its rum cocktails, the Rum House's mojito is crafted with Plantation 3 Stars rum, mint, lime and club soda. By using Plantation 3 Stars rum, you’re getting tastes from Trinidad (rum aged two or three years), Barbados (young rum), and Jamaica (old rum) all in one.
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230 5th Ave. / 212.725.4300 / Website
Drink with a stunning NYC skyline view at 230 Fifth. This classic New York bar features a raspberry and peach mojito crafted with fresh raspberries and peach purée, respectively. Additionally, they have a gin and cucumber mojito. This refreshing mojito has gin, lime juice and simple syrup and is topped with a lime wedge.
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111 Avenue A / 212.982.9533 / Website
What do you get when you combine Yuca Bar & Restaurant with a mojito? A Yucajito! From the traditional to the contemporary, this hot spot's food and cocktail list showcases the diversity and richness of all of Latin America & Spain. The sidewalk café and open window seating are two of the best places in the city to people-watch while taking in the distinctive Latin atmosphere and music. They take this ambiance and put it into a glass with the acclaimed Yucajito. Instead of lime, this beverage has Bacardi Coconut rum, pineapple and mint for a fruiter take on the traditional mojito.
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70-20 Austin St., Forest Hills / 718.261.6162 / Website
Executive chef Emmanuel Piqueras and chef Jose Ventura have curated a Latin American-inspired menu. Their mojitos include Cruzan rum, mint, lime, club soda and mint syrup. They come in a variety of flavors that are perfect for the summertime, including mango, passion fruit, mora (blackberry), strawberry, coconut, tamarind and watermelon. As a bonus, they include real sugar cane strips inside the glasses!
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17 Prince St. / 212.625.2001 / Website
Chances are if you’ve been walking the streets of Nolita, you’ve probably passed the iconic Café Habana on Prince St. While they’re known for their world-famous corn, don’t sleep on their mojitos. This Cuban classic pairs well with their roasted citrus park tacos!
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18 Spring St. / Website
The laid-back atmosphere, creative drinks, and excellent culinary choices at Mother's Ruin are well-known in the NYC community. While sipping your tasty mojito, munch on international favorites like the Thai Brussel sprouts and the Kohlrabi chicken Caesar salad. Whether you just want a mojito at the bar or plan to sit and hang out, all are welcome and none are turned away at Mother's Ruin.
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Looking for a place with a connection to history? Then Raines Law Room is the place for you. Prior to the Prohibition Era, in 1896 in New York, the Raines Law prohibited the sale of alcohol on Sundays, except for hotels. Because most men at the period worked six-day weeks, Sundays were their sole opportunity to visit the pub. However, several bars discovered the law's shortcomings and began to enlarge their structures with a few guest rooms and apply for hotel licenses to sell alcohol. The Raines Law Room pays homage to those traditional bars, so its only right to enjoy a classic cocktail when visiting. Enjoy their mojito on velvet chairs and thank the lucky stars that we're able to enjoy alcohol freely.
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Designed to transport diners to Havana’s once-thriving El Barrio Chino neighborhood, Calle Dão masterfully blends Cuban and Asian cuisine to evoke a rich cultural authenticity. Headline dishes like Chimichurri flank steak and lobster xo noodles add to the old-world flair, offering a taste of tradition with a contemporary twist. The cocktails, crafted by renowned Mixologist Joy Daniel, highlight a modern take on classic drinks—exemplified perfectly by the Calle Dão mojito.
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Julian Medina and Louis Skibar’s contemporary Mexican kitchen, Toloache, captures diners—and drinkers—with its eclectic menu and lively atmosphere. The restaurant offers an array of dishes, from traditional tacos to grasshopper croquettes. The cocktail selection perfectly complements the culinary offerings, providing a taste of Mexico. Whatever occasion, Toloache promises a dining—and drinking—experience infused with the spirit of Mexican culture.
No matter which of these NYC favorites you visit, you're guaranteed a drink full of sunshine with these delicious mojitos. Cheers!
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