Been craving for Portos cheese rolls & potato balls in So. Cal.So happy to have found this place. I purchased to go a few items to try. Cheese rolls, guava cheese rolls, coconut pastry and potato balls with ground beef . Everything was yummy ! The guava cheese is also good. Similar to the cheese roll but with guava jam and no sugar on top. The coconut pastry, i did not get to try. My husband says it is also good. The potato balls has Ground meat like picadillo filling. It was so good. Even the next day, the coating for the balls was still crunchy after I heated it up. The star for me was the cheese roll. Puff pastry with cream cheese filling. So good with coffee! We will definitely go back and try their sandwiches and the flan. read more

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I love a good Cuban sandwich and have been on a serious hunt across DFW. I have found one truly spectacular one (International Bakery and Cuban Dulceria in Carrollton) and plenty of just okay versions. This place absolutely ranks near the top, and honestly brings more to the table than I expected. The Cuban itself is fantastic. Perfectly pressed, packed with flavor, and everything you want when that craving hits. But what really sets it apart is the vinegar dip it comes with. I was not prepared for how good that would be. It completely elevates the sandwich and had me going back for one more dip every single bite. And then there are the plantain strips. Freshly fried, hot, crisp, and just on another level. I do not think I have ever had plantain chips like this before. Usually it is the bagged kind, which are fine, but these are something else entirely. Honestly, they are worth the trip all on their own. Do not even think about leaving without trying the pastries. I happened to get a warm cream cheese one that I cannot stop thinking about. It was one of those bites where you immediately regret not ordering more. To top it all off, the woman running the place is as kind as can be and genuinely helps guide you through the menu like you are a regular, even on your first visit. I will absolutely be back, especially because I need to try their Cuban take on a burger. If it is anything like the rest of the menu, I already know it is going to be incredible. read more

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I went to this restaurant for lunch and tried some of their most popular dishes like the Cubano, empeñada, and guava pastelito. The cubano was good and pretty standard, the plantain chips that accompanied it were crisp, but a little greasy. The empeñada I would not order again. It was soft on the inside and outside instead of having that crispy shell. It also lacked a bold flavor, it just tasted like chicken and fried dough. The guava pastelito was great. It had enough filling and the glaze on top was delicious. I bet some of the other desserts are good too. Service was good, it took about 20 minutes to get my food, the ambiance was decent (Just a small interior that they kept clean), the waitresses were kind, and the price was reasonable. Overall 3 stars. My spouses family is Puerto Rican, so maybe I'm a little pickier when it comes to empeñadas and pastelitos. But nonetheless I would not mind coming back here. read more

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I have not one bad thing to say about this place. We had the Cuban Sandwhich, plantain chips, sweet plantains, ham croquettes and a coconut and guava and cheese pastry. Everything was excellent. I'm a south florida native and struggle to find good Cuban anywhere in this area and I'm thoroughly impressed. In addition to that, the owner and staff are kind, courteous and attentive. We most certainly will be back. read more

If I could give this place 6 stars, I would! Such was my experience in terms of food, service and just overall quality. Everything we got was great but some highlights definitely were the Bella Frita Burger which is so unique and tasty and my husband really enjoyed the Cuban Sandwich. They make everything from scratch and it's evident. I love the empanadas too and the pandan flan cake was so tasty! I can't wait to go back and try more things just cause we couldn't try everything at once the first time. I'd also say that the owner was so sweet and she was so personable and friendly. She took the time to explain everything and was just the best! We are definitely going back!!! read more

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You want Cuban food? Well this place is legit. The Cuban or the Ropa Vejia, sandwich tastes awesome. Couple that with a Pappa Rellena and you will go away delightfully full. The Fritta Cubana (Cuban Hamburger) is my favorite at the moment. And don't forget to try a Pastelito with a Cuban coffee for dessert. The food is always served fresh along with very friendly service. M&D read more

If you like flan, this is where you go. I didn't know flan came in so many different flavors/varieties... and they're all good! The flans come in nice plastic containers too, ready to be stored in your fridge. I haven't tried the other food and pastries at the shop, only the flans, but they all look good. read more

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Delicious little sweet treat and coffee. Grab a flan to eat there or to go. Plenty of options in the case. Some food options as well, although I didn't try this time. Limited seating inside. read more

Bella Flan - Bakeries Near Me - Richardson, Texas

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SOOOO GLAD I FOUND THIS PLACE WHILE AT WORK. Its top notch! The customer service is amazing, there is a sweet lady there who is such a joy, Id stop by there just to see her if I could. They are vegetarian friendly having meatless options for everything on the menu. This is my second time trying the black bean burger and its just as amazing as the first time i tried it. Bursting with so much FLAVOR. Their cuisine is cuban inspired so my next purchase will be trying the vegetarian cuban sandwich! Cant wait. Give them a try the bean burger is the best Ive ever had, taste fresh, flavorful, and its huge. The place looks lovely inside and does have a couple of seating tables if you wanna grab a bite inside. Give this place a try! read more

Bella Flan - Black Bean Burger with sweet plantains - Bakeries Near Me - Richardson, Texas

My mom brought me this for lunch the other day. First time eating Cuban food and OMG was it ever so delicious! The seafood stuffed potato balls were to d-i-e for!!! I will absolutely try more items in their menu. Yummy!!! read more

Bella Flan - Bakeries Near Me - Richardson, Texas

The lady who seems to be the face of the place is the sweetest person on Earth I believe. The portions are large and definitely shareable. I got the Cuban wrap and it comes with fresh made plantain chips that they serve with a yummy mojo sauce. Ask for extra. The desserts! The desserts! That strawberry cheese pastry is scrumptious. I definitely should have gotten 2. I also got the ube flan cake. I'm not even a custard fan, but their custard is so good. It has the best texture. These desserts are addictive. read more

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Rejoice California transplants! If you long and miss Porto's, this place will bring tears of fatty joy and nostalgia. Not only is the owner here the sweetest person, they take great pride in their fantastic food. The interior has a cheerful & welcoming atmosphere to complement the service. I took my friends who are Cuban food snobs and they were blown away by the food here. Here are my top favorites that will delight your culinary palate: 1. Guava Pastelito/ Guava & Cheese pastelito. Words can't describe this culinary delight so try it yourself and you'll see why words doesn't do this justice. 2. Quesitos (cheese roll) Amazing, flakey sweet roll with a gentle vanilla cream cheese filling. It's so rich but dangerous because I put away 4 rolls without realizing it. 3. Crawfish Potato Ball If you love crawfish etouffee, this is like savory little etouffee bites stuffed in a potato ball. These things are huge! Like small baseballs! The Cuban sandwiches are bursting full of flavor and the plantain chips are the best I've ever had. I'll be leaving more reviews as I sample everything on the menu while succumbing to fattiness. read more

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I feel really guilty that I haven't reviewed them sooner. Bella flan has been a staple and go to restaurant for me since they opened. I love a good sandwich, and their Cubano is second to none. I have been trying to get back to be vegetarian these last few months, and I will tell you...their vegetarian Cubano is just as good, or even better! It's a cute little space, and the service is amazing. The owner is so sweet! She always remembers me, and thanks me for coming in. Today was my daughter's bday, and all she wanted for dinner was a quesadilla from Bella Flan. I mentioned to her in passing that it was my daughter's bday, and she gave her a treat on the house! Great food, great service, great people. I highly recommend read more

Bella Flan - Bakeries Near Me - Richardson, Texas

They have amazing deserts . I had it one day and went back the next day to have it again.

Bella Flan is an absolute don't miss! The food is unbelievably authentic every bite tastes like true Cuban comfort. The Cuban sandwich is perfectly pressed and packed with flavor, the papa rellena is crispy on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth delicious inside, and the pastries are on another level... fresh, sweet, and full of that homemade goodness you can't fake. The owner and staff make the experience even better. They're so welcoming and kind that you feel like family the moment you walk in. Bella Flan is one of those places you'll crave again and again--highly recommend! read more

Great food in an unassuming plaza. Service is top notch. She was so friendly. The Cuban sandwich is a must! There are also lots of pastries that were great. If you love Cuban coffee, they make a really good one here. It is hard to find one made right in dfw. Save room for dessert! Parking was easy. They have indoor and outdoor seating. read more

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Friendly staff, excellent pastries and good coffee. Lots of great options here and I haven't even tried the Cuban sandwich yet. We will be back. read more

Amo este lugar. Soy cubana y lo encontré porque mi jefe que es árabe quería probar el café cubano. Desde el primer día tanto él como yo, y todos mis familiares y amigos a quienes desde entonces he llevado a probar sus delicias nos hemos enamorado de este lugar. No hay un producto que hagan ni más o menos, todo es delicioso, desde el café hasta los pastelitos y los sandwiches... todo todo absolutamente riquísimo. Y por si fuera poco para qué hablar de lo acogedor que es el lugar y la dulzura con que te tratan. Definitivamente me encanta! read more

Bella Flan has good food! The Cuban latte was perfect, the beef Empanada was packed with flavor, and the Cuban sandwich with banana crispy chips was absolutely yummy. I'll be back for sure! read more

Food, service, quality - all 10/10! What's better than fresh potato balls you ask? Pro tip: eat them with tapatio. Fireeeee! Anyone from CA or that is familiar with Portos - this is the closest we have and it's pretty good. I haven't had any of their sandwiches yet but will soon, give them a try if yall haven't yet! read more

wow, this place is definitely more like a 4.5 out of 5 stars. the interior is fairly small, and can only seat like 10 or so people. luckily when i went it was empty and i was able to grab a seat and got the food fairly quick. i ended up getting the bella frita, since i wanted to remind myself of when i was back in miami and had those frita burgers. i don't know but something about the haystack fries on top of sandwiches is elite tier. The only downside for the bella frita is the really think smash patty. it was almost as think as a credit card, wish it was a bit bigger. i also ended up getting a bunch of snacks to bring home. multiple potato balls with different flavors and some Croquettes. for those who have lived in southern california or have visited portos, you know how delicious those potato balls are, and this one is no different. if i'm ever in the area, i'll definitely be back and try the cuban sandwich next time. Something i found interesting, i think the owner is an older asian female, amazing how she can come up with delicious cuban eats. read more

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Great Flan is hard to come by in Dallas. Not at Bella Flan. This is the real deal. If you've been craving a rich carmelly flan, come here now! read more

Food was great! I had the Cuban sandwich, pastelitos. Guava and cheese and ham croquettes. Very friendly.

The pork and beef empanadas are phenomenal! I haven't had any of their other savory dishes, but will definitely try them all. The flan...there are no words for what a perfect creamy dessert this is! It is the best flan I've ever eaten! I was really blown away by the quality and excellence of the food. I can't wait to go back. read more

Happened upon this last weekend after church. The menu is very simple. The staff is very happy and there to help. We both had the Cuban sandwich. Will have to admit, one of the better Cuban's I've had in DFW. The plantain chips were to die for. And for dessert. Never been a big fan of flan, but now I'm a convert. This "cuban" flan was insanely good. We also tried a hybrid chocolate cake and flan. So good. Highly recommend. We will be back. read more

The food is exceptional. Probably the best Cuban desserts I've had- and I'm from Miami. The coffee- while it is Cafe Bustelo- is vile. If the older man makes it, it's decent but the teenage boy..... it boggles the mind as to how it's so very very bad. Hoping someone's Cuban grandmother helps these people out. read more

This is a cute little restaurant tucked in the back corner of a strip mall off of Arapaho Road. As the weather cools, I imagine more people will be hanging out on the covered patio enjoying the cooler air while drinking a Cubano cordito, small espresso with steamed milk (and sugar). I briefly felt like I was in Little Havana in Miami. There are lots of desserts and pastries to choose from, especially flan, the establishment's namesake. I still haven't tried these, but the display case with the guava one is on my list for my next visit. So far, I've indulged in the Cuban sandwich and the vegetarian version. The Cuban is delicious, and - I - mean - every - bite! They have figured out the art of making sure mustard touches every corner of the bread, and that the thinly sliced pickles and pork are in every bite of the sandwich. I can't tell you how happy this made me. The sandwich is flat, similar to a panini which took me by surprise. It is also elongated. While I didn't appreciate this initially, I realize, it's like you get to enjoy the Cuban experience longer with smaller bites. The vegetarian Cuban sandwich is made with mushrooms and pineapple. These two are an odd combo I would never have considered. However the texture of the two together on the sandwich really did work well together. I didn't notice the sweetness of the pineapple at all. However, the Cuban sandwich taste is definitely different than the real meat version. The vegetarian sandwich is an acceptable lunch item, but if you have your heart on the real taste of Havana, you'll have to get the meaty version. The poblano cheese ball was an add on. It isn't spicy at all. In fact, it is bland. I dumped hot sauce on it to give it a punch. The texture of the perfect panko ball with the hot oozy cheese inside was lovely. Plantine chips come with the sandwich. They are thinly sliced and lightly salted. These are great for snacking, and you receive a lot of them either your sandwich. I ended up bringing them home because it was too much to eat. My big complaint is the use of styrofoam clambshell containers. Even if you eat at the restaurant, they serve your meal in this environmental abomination. There are so many other options available these days that are better for the environment and not hard on the pocketbook. Please consider this change! read more

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Great service and great desserts if you want to indulge touting the Cuban cuisine. Is also in a very convenient location.

Finally got to try Bella Flan! It was semi-busy for a Saturday morning. We ordered 1/2 sweet cafecitos while we waited and they were perfect for a rainy morning. We got the Cuban sandwhich (votes Dallas's best Cuban sandwich in 2023!) and the poblano and original potato balls. The Cuban was delicious! They give you a generous serving of fried plantain chips to accompany it. It was filling and had the perfect balance of rich and tangy flavors. The potato balls were delicious & im definitely adding Bella Flan to my must eat again list. read more

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The coffee was good, the flan was delicious, and most importantly, the customer service was amazing! Siv, Tim, and Naomi were extremely friendly and helped me with what I needed in choosing a drink and dessert and even trying to help me find something I had dropped outside. My experience here was such a pleasure. I will definitely be back! read more

Bella Flan is one of a handful of places that I like to visit when I am in the Richardson area. The staff is always welcoming and the dining area is always clean. There is a nice patio that sits off to the side of the restaurant for outdoor dining. The menu is pretty straightforward. Once you place your order at the counter the food is delivered to the table. I absolutely love the Cuban sandwiches and the plantain chips! Every time I visit I alway make sure to order the plantain chips as they are sliced thin and are very crispy! We also like the meat pies and guava/strawberry and cheese pastries. Recently we had them make a Cuban sandwich and meat pie platter for a small gathering and they did not disappoint! Quite a few of the guest commented on how delicious and fresh the food tasted. Overall we have been impressed with the level of service we receive when we visit. read more

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Bella flan is amazing! Bought a party size chocolate flan cake here, not only was it delicious but mom-daughter duo behind the counter was super friendly! Next time I will have to stop in for some of the other dessert and savory pastries! Highly recommend! read more

Bella Flan offers a warm, inviting retreat away from a busy world. The ambiance and music set the tone for a relaxing lunch or dinner, and make you forget you're in the middle of a suburb and not near a beach! Their flan is rich in caramel and cream flavor and is the best I've ever had, while their Cuban sandwiches and empanadas round out the trip. Top it off with a Cuban coffee and it's a memorable experience. The owner is wonderful, and has done great work to make this a local destination and place to go for the best flan in town. Highly recommended, and worth a stop whether you live here or are just passing through. read more

I had a Cuban, a poblano and cheese potato ball, and chocoflan. Yum! The owner is delightful and I can't wait to go back and try some pastries! read more

Food was delicious - everything was tasty warm and fresh. The potato ball was especially delicious and unique with a ground beef filling. read more

Bella Flan - Cuban sandwich with fries - Bakeries Near Me - Richardson, Texas

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What a wonderful, small cafe with outside patio seating. If you're dining alone, you'll feel welcomed. The service is great and all treat you like family. I got the Cuban sandwich-ropa vieja- with fried plantain and a delicious mojo side sauce. Amazing! I also got a shot of Cuban espresso, which was on point. Then I bought empanadas and meat pies. Last, I couldn't leave without the vanilla flan. Everything was great! read more

If you haven't tried the Uba Creme Brûlée at Bella Flan, stop everything you're doing--your taste buds are about to embark on a delightful journey that could make even the most stoic dessert lover weak in the knees. Seriously, this dessert is so creamy I'm pretty sure it could moonlight as a luxurious moisturizer. From the moment I cracked through that perfectly caramelized sugar top, I felt like I was breaking through a sweet, golden vault of happiness. The texture was smooth enough to make a baby's bottom jealous! One spoonful in, and I was ready to pledge my loyalty to this heavenly concoction. It's as if a cloud made of happiness and dairy decided to take a vacation in my mouth, and I'm here for the ride! The rich flavor of the uba (a.k.a. purple yam) added an unexpected twist that's like the cool friend who shows up to a party and instantly steals the spotlight. It's sweet, but not overpowering--like a warm hug from your favorite aunt, but without the awkward small talk. I'm pretty sure Bella Flan has a secret ingredient: love. Or maybe it's magic. Regardless, this Uba Creme Brûlée is like the Beyoncé of desserts--flawless, iconic, and deserves all the applause. Honestly, if I were stranded on a desert island and could only have one dessert for the rest of my life, I'd carve "Bella Flan" into the sand and wait for rescue with a spoon in hand. So do yourself a favor, treat yourself, and dive into this creamy masterpiece. Just be warned--one bite may lead to dramatic swooning and a lifelong romance with this restaurant. Bravo, Bella Flan! Your Uba Creme Brûlée deserves all the rave reviews and happy dances in the world! read more

Have you had a pumpkin empanada? What about an applestrusel one? What, get down here, you need them AND a cortadito You are going to meet your new best friend read more

Love the coffee. Bold and smooth. Not too sweet. Perfect to enjoy with the flan. Took some flan home and my boys inhaled them. The ham croquettes were tiny . Too tiny for my taste but it was tasty. Crawfish ball on the other hand were size perfectly. Have a little kick but not too much heat. I like more heat but it's just me. The potato balls are at the same size with the crawfish balls. Similar to my Indonesian beef croquettes. Ours shaped in oblongs, theirs into ball shapes. It's enough for a quick lunch. 2 of them.. . Well maybe 3 or 4 depending on how hangry you are. Definitely worth to try. Next time I will try the pastry. But I really do like the coffee. The place was pretty solid busy at lunch when we went. And the flow of customers were pretty good. There's always people in and out. It's a bit hidden in front of Tom Thumb on Arapaho and floyd. Give them a try! read more

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I cannot believe we just found this little gem! It's not easy to find good cortaditos this side of Miami. They have great food and coffee, incredible customer service, and great desserts! We will be regulars in no time. read more