The Sailor

Marinero sits in the Punta Gorda peninsula, Cienfuegos's most scenic waterfront strip, operated under the state-run Palmares group. You'll find it on Calle 37 between Avenidas 8 and 12, where the seafood-focused menu pairs with views of the bay that are hard to beat in this city. It's a solid pick when you want a proper sit-down meal rather than a paladar, with the kind of classic Cuban coastal cooking that doesn't try too hard.