What term refers to a Cuban cafe with a window that takes orders at the sidewalk?

• A. Ventanita
• B. Bodega
• C. Tierraza
• D. Cafecito Window

Answer: (A)

A ventanita is a tiny sidewalk service window in Cuban cafés. It’s the small opening in the storefront where you walk up, place your order for coffee or a quick bite, and then receive your drink right there on the curb. The word comes from ventana, meaning window, with the diminutive form signaling a small, quick-access window used for fast transactions and informal service. This setup is a hallmark of Cuban street life and Cuban American cafés, emphasizing immediacy and a moment of connection right at the window. The other terms don’t describe this feature: a bodega is a grocery or convenience store, terraza refers to outdoor seating rather than a window, and Cafecito Window isn’t a standard term used to describe this practice.