Since my wife is a Latina (not from Cuba, though), I have always been interested in Latin cuisine.  I had one seen what looked like ugly Cuban sandwiches at Miami Airport and that was it until one day (when we were trying to settle down in the Boston area) after a long morning looking at houses in the Natick area, we ended up in front of new restaurant coming up.  Being adventurous, we walked in and so began our culinary relationship with the restaurant.  (Related article:  How to buy a home without a realtor?)

What do we like about Cuban cuisine at the Naked Fish?

Since 2001, we have been to the restaurant several times and tried many of their dishes.  We are literally hooked now.  In fact, we no longer go to Mexican restaurants, at least not the ones that are frequented by Americans.  My wife tries to find small restaurants that are known mostly by the immigrant community and while the ambiance may be missing, the food is far more authentic.

The Naked Fish, though, is a different place altogether.  It is not for you if your idea of Latin cuisine is dishes that are simply hot and full of cheese.  The food here is rich in flavor and is very delicately cooked.  Using simply olive oil, lemon juice and herbs, on the fish and meats, the restaurant makes the cooking simple but tasty.  (Related: Enchilada recipe)

For appetizers, try Crispy Coconut Calamari and for the main course, I recommend either Paella Velenciana, Chicken Paillard or Setas y Vieiras or Pan-Seared Mahi Mahi.  For sides, my favorites are Sautéed Golden “Maduros” Plantains, Grilled Asparagus, and Orange Scented Black Beans and Brazilian Rice.

Forget the wine list unless you have a compelling reason to drink a glass of wine.  This is a place to try the Cuban cocktails.  Some of the ones that I recommend are Latin Love (Frozen blend of raspberry, pineapple & coconut, laced with banana and coconut rums), Habana Colada (Cruzan Pineapple & Coconut Rums, mango and pineapple juice frozen and topped with coconut), and Blue Cuban (Cruzan Pineapple Rum, Blue Curacao & tropical fruit juices,
topped with coconut).

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