Discovering The Europa Restaurant [eng// esp]

in Architecture+Design24 days ago


My best wishes to all the members of this beautiful community, which I admire because it allows us to appreciate in all its dimension the beauty of the buildings, their architectural and structural value, design and functionality.

Mis mejores deseos para todos los miembros de esta linda comunidad de #architecture, que admiro porque nos permite apreciar en toda su dimensión la belleza de las edificaciones, su valor arquitectónico, estructural, diseño y funcionalidad.



Although I have not dared to publish in it, I have learned and enjoyed every post, today, with everyone's permission, I would like to share my impressions about a recent visit to Old Havana.

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Aunque no me he atrevido a publicar en ella, he aprendido y disfrutado de cada post, hoy, con la venia de todos, quisiera compartir mis impresiones acerca de una reciente visita a la Habana Vieja.


I like to walk around Old Havana, going through its narrow cobblestone streets is like entering a labyrinth full of surprises and charms, there is always something to discover and learn.

Me gusta pasear por la Habana Vieja, recorrer sus estrechas calles empedradas es como adentrarse en un laberinto lleno de sorpresas y encantos, siempre hay algo que descubrir y aprender.


An emblematic example is Obispo Street, a boulevard full of stores, restaurants and art galleries that invites you to get lost and discover hidden treasures in every corner.

Un ejemplo emblemático es la Calle Obispo, un bulevar llena de comercio, restaurantes y galerías de arte que invita a perderse y descubrir tesoros escondidos en cada esquina.


Precisely, in recent days I went to the bank located on Obispo Street, in order to access the services of ATMs, in these times is somewhat difficult, I had to make a huge line and I confess I could not extract the money jjj they were empty.

Precisamente, en días recientes fui al banco sito en la calle Obispo, con el objetivo de acceder a los servicios de los cajeros automáticos, en estos tiempos es algo difícil, tuve que hacer una enorme fila y les confieso no pude extraer el dinero jjj se quedaron vacíos.


However, I delight myself observing the surrounding buildings and I fell in love with the building that houses the restaurant Europa, it is a beauty, it is located on the corner of the bank, in Obispo and Aguiar.

Sin embargo, me deleito observando los edificios de los alrededores y quede enamorada del edificio que alberga al restaurante Europa, es una belleza, se encuentra ubicado en la esquina del banco, en Obispo y Aguiar


My Havana has very picturesque elements, among them is that the inhabitants of this area when they wash their clothes they hang them on the balconies, while contemplating the panorama I remembered a song dedicated to Havana that refers to what I just told you “SABANAS BLANCAS COLGADA EN LOS BALCONES” (white sheets hanging on the balconies).

Mi Habana tiene elementos muy pintorescos, entre ellos esta que los habitantes de esta zona cuando lavan sus ropas las tienden en los balcones, mientras contemplaba el panorama recordé una canción dedicada a la Habana que hace referencia a lo que les acabo de contar “SABANAS BLANCAS COLGADA EN LOS BALCONES”



The restaurant presents typical characteristics of the Cuban colonial architecture, with decorative elements that evoke the elegance and charm of past times, since it was built the first floor was designed to operate a cafe which was given the name of Café Europa, always enjoyed popularity for the milk and sweets offered, the second floor was intended for offices and third for housing.

El restaurante presenta características típicas de la arquitectura colonial cubana, con elementos decorativos que evocan la elegancia y el encanto de épocas pasadas, desde que se edificó se diseñó la planta baja para que funcionara un café al cual se le dio el nombre de Café Europa, siempre gozo de popularidad por la leche y los dulces que ofertaban, el segundo piso se destinó para oficinas y el tercero para viviendas.


In 1959 the café was maintained and both upper floors were destined for housing, the café continued to operate with several variations, its final use was as a pizzeria, which had to be closed due to the poor condition of the premises, it was closed for a long time and of course the relentless weather caused greater damage and destruction.

En 1959 se mantuvo el café y ambos pisos superiores fueron destinados a vivienda, el café continuo funcionando con diversas variantes, su uso final fue como pizzería, que hubo que clausurar por las malas condiciones del recinto, fue mucho el tiempo el que estuvo cerrado y por supuesto el tiempo implacable causo mayores daños y destrucción.


With the revival project of Old Havana, priority was given to Obispo Street and its beautiful buildings and the restoration of this building was carried out by the Heritage Office, which preserved its structure and style.

Con el proyecto de reanimación de la Habana Vieja, se le dio prioridad a la calle Obispo y sus bellas construcciones y se llevó a cabo la restauración de este edificio, por la oficina de Patrimonio, la cual conservo su estructura y estilo.


This building has a robust and solid appearance, with carved stone elements, its high ceilings, columns and ornate balconies, transport you to centuries ago.

Este edificio tiene una apariencia robusta y sólida, con elementos de piedra tallada, sus techos altos, columnas y balcones ornamentados, te transportan a siglos atrás.




Inside the restaurant, you can appreciate traditional decorative elements, the furniture present in this restaurant has a colonial and contemporary style, with touches of design that add sophistication to the space.

En el interior del restaurante, se pueden apreciar elementos decorativos tradicionales, los muebles presentes en este restaurante tienen un estilo colonial y contemporáneo, con toques de diseño que añaden sofisticación al espacio.



The dark wood chairs and tables, with carved details and varnish finishes, give them a traditional and refined look. These colonial furnishings are combined with more contemporary elements, such as modern lamps, ornamental mirrors and period paintings, and other decorative details that add a touch of freshness and originality to the environment.

Sus sillas y mesas de madera oscura, con detalles tallados y acabados en barniz que les confieren un aspecto tradicional y refinado Estos muebles coloniales se combinan con elementos más contemporáneos, como lámparas modernas, espejos ornamentales y cuadros de la época y demás detalles decorativos que aportan un toque de frescura y originalidad al entorno.



The layout of the furniture in the Europa restaurant is designed to create fluid and open spaces, with well-defined areas for the main dining room, the bar and eventual spaces for live music or entertainment.

La disposición de los muebles en el restaurante Europa está pensada para crear espacios fluidos y abiertos, con áreas bien definidas para el salón principal, el bar y eventuales espacios para música en vivo o entretenimiento.


The bar captivated my attention with its carved wooden bar and the distinctive taste in which the liquors and glasses are arranged, the stained glass windows at the back give it a special touch.

El bar cautivo mi atención, por su barra de madera tallada y el gusto tan distintivo en que están dispuestos los licores y las copas, los vitrales que se encuentran al fondo le dan un toque especial.




Together with the carefully selected furniture, the dim and warm lighting contributes to create a relaxing and elegant atmosphere that invites you to enjoy a very good gastronomic experience,

Junto con el mobiliario cuidadosamente seleccionado, la iluminación tenue y cálida, contribuye a crear una atmósfera relajante y elegante que invita a disfrutar de una experiencia gastronómica muy buena,


It would be a great pleasure to have managed to convey the charm of this place, truly the joy of the environment is contagious and this causes you a general well-being.

Sería un gran placer haber logrado transmitirle el encanto del este lugar, verdaderamente la alegría del entorno es contagiosa y esto te provoca un bienestar general.


The photos were taken with my Redmi Note 12, some are designed with Canva. Use the translator DeepL.

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Las fotos fueron tomadas con mi celular Redmi Note 12, algunas están diseñadas con Canva. Utilice el traductor DeepL.

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@pinmapple what a pleasure. Thank you very much

@pinmapple que gusto. Muchísimas Gracias

Que hermosas fotografías de la Habana querida @osismi. Gracias por compartir, feliz día 🌹🌷💮🪷🥀🌻🪻🌺🌸💐💐🌼☘️

What beautiful pictures of Havana dear @osismi. Thanks for sharing, happy day 🌹🌷💮🪷🥀🌻🪻🌺🌸💐💐🌼☘️

Querida @taniagonzalez, realmente nuestra Habana es preciosa. Gracias por siempre apoyarme 🤗❤️😘

Dear @taniagonzalez, truly our Havana is beautiful. Thank you for always supporting me 🤗❤️😘

For your first time in the community, from what I understand, you have done very well.

The buildings you show in your post are beautiful and the restaurant in the Europa building has that classic and elegant touch.

The thing about the queue at the ATM and not finding money reminded me a lot of my country Venezuela, how sad.

@osismi 😊

Thank you for your words, they stimulate me a lot, because I am not from the era of technology and I have had to learn with the help of many hiver.
Dear @soyunasantacruz , if you are Venezuelan I know you understand me, how difficult everything is 😭😭 Without words.

Qué Interesante, gracias voy a probar.Lindo dia