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    Cafe Cubano

    4.6 (85 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Quiet
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Authentic Cuban Sandwich - A Cuban sandwich featuring imported Cuban bread filled with roast pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard, sliced in half to show the ingredients. A fried plantain is placed underneath the sandwich. The sandwich and plantain are served on red and white checkered paper, with a beverage bottle in the background on a wooden table.
    Rolando O.

    Nice little treasure nestled outside a mini mall in Springfield. Went there to try their Authentic Cuban Sandwich as it filled all the boxes. Savory pork combined with fresh ham with just the right amount of mustard all squeezed into thin slices of Cuban Bread. I got the six inch, as I am watching how much I eat these days, and it filled me up fine. The inside is small and cozy but has plenty of seats. I didn't get a chance to try the Cuban pastries or Cuban Coffee but witnessed plenty on people coming in asking for it.

    Outdoor view of new location - A single-story building with a blue and teal exterior houses Cafe Cubano, a restaurant serving breakfast and lunch from 6 am to 6 pm. The storefront features signage indicating it is voted #1 for coffee and sandwiches, with a drive-thru lane on the right side. The parking lot in front has marked spaces and some cracks in the asphalt. The sky above is overcast with gray clouds, and there are a few trees and parked cars visible in the background.
    Aubrey S.

    I haven't been here in years. The last time I visited was at their old location. I remember feeling kinda meh about it last time and I would share that sentiment now. It's definitely not bad. But I also wouldn't go out of my way for it. I only came because it was a location for the Springfield Coffee Fest this year, so I got my iced Cafe Con Leche for free and then I bought a sandwich for lunch. The girl who took my order seemed very stressed at the moment. The sandwich is good, but nothing I can't make myself at home. The traditional Cuban sandwiches might be better, but I'm a picky eater, so I went basic. The coffee is decent but not anything incredible. They do have a few tables inside to sit at as well as a drive through. It definitely has a diner-like feel to it.

    Storefront - The image shows the storefront of Cafe Cubano, with a bright blue painted exterior wall. A large blue awning extends over the entrance, displaying the cafe's name and menu items. The signage indicates it offers coffee, sandwiches, and Cuban-inspired breakfast and lunch options, with drive-thru service. The entrance has a glass door with a window displaying images of drinks and sandwiches, and a reserved parking sign for disabled customers is visible nearby. The sky above is partly cloudy, and a black car is parked in front of the store.

    Great sandwiches made to order. They use authentic Cuban bread from the same bakery that brought it to the IS over 100 years ago. The menu carries a handful of sandwiches and a variety of cafe drinks. Staff is super friendly, too - a hidden gem!

    Coffee Girls Espresso is a part of the Ozark coffee trail 2021 - 2022 - The poster promotes Ozarks Coffee Trail, encouraging exploration of local coffee shops in the Ozarks region. It features a graphic of a coffee mug with the Springfield logo and details about completing the tour to receive a free limited-edition Ozarks Coffee Trail mug. The poster lists participating coffee shops, including Mug Shots Coffee, Big Momma's Coffee, and others, and provides a QR code for more information. The background shows a countertop surface.

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    Great food. Great Service. The food is fresh and has a great flavor. Very chill vibe.

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    Real Miami Cuban here to validate the delicious authenticity of this Cuban sandwich. Fantastic!

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    Everything was delicious! I highly recommend the Cuban. Why go to Starbucks when this is so much more delicious?!

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    Cuban sandwich is amazing and cheap! It was only 6 dollars I believe and massive!! Go get it

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    When we arrived here, the girl at the greeter station seemed like she didn't want us to be there…read more She asked us how many were in our party and we told her. Then she says it's going to be a 5 to 10 minute wait. I said OK fine no problem. The she said it might be 10 to 15 minutes. Again, I said no problem. I don't know if she just had an attitude or what, but she definitely did not make is feel welcome. We arrived several hours before closing, so it's not like we were here at the last minute or anything. Idk what her deal was. After a while, the waiter came out to ask us if we wanted a table or booth. We said table and he went to prepare it, then came back and led us to our table. He was visibly exhausted, but intent on providing excellent service. He let us know that he was new and needed some time to get caught up (thus the brief wait) and we didn't mind at all. He got our drink and apps order and came back a bit later to get our food order. He checked on us several times while we waited on the appetizers and the entrées. He was very attentive. Now onto the food itself. We got the appetizers fairly quickly, but it took quite a while to get our entrées. By the time we got them, we had pretty much filled up on chips already, but I will say that they were pretty tasty. I had a rice bowl with chicken. The chicken was pretty flavorful, I just wish they did not include some of the tough crispy ends in the bowl. I really enjoyed it though. The taco I ordered and added Aiken to was not as good. The bacon was incredibly hard and all over it. It was like having a bacon taco and I ordered a pulled pork taco with bacon added on. While we were waiting for the food, and again while we were eating, there were a couple ladies that must've been having a bad day or something because they kept meeting up near the stairs in/near that extra room they have in the middle of the place talking about how they've had enough and are going to quit. It was kind of awkward. There were also a bunch of staff just waiting/hiding in the hallway toward the bathroom for some reason. They were huddled up there for quite along. Of time, which I thought was odd. All in all, the food was really good. Our waiter did an excellent job, but the food did take quite a while to come out of the kitchen. Definitely try this place again. The flavors were there and the prices were decent. I really enjoyed the picture of fresh squeeze lemonade. I wish more places would do that. It was a pleasant surprise.

    I waited awhile to post this review as I reached out to the restaurant directly and have yet to…read morehear a response so I am posting my email here since the experience was one of the worst I've had. We went to dinner here May 30th. Dear Iguana Roja Owner, My Mom, Dad, and I came into your restaurant this past Saturday around 7:00 PM. My parents have been loyal patrons of your restaurant for the past six years and have always enjoyed the food, the service, and the warm atmosphere. That history is what made our experience that evening so surprising and disappointing. When we arrived, there were only two other tables occupied (each with two guests), and my parents immediately mentioned how unusual it was to see the restaurant so empty. Despite the light crowd, our margaritas, beer, chips, salsa, and guacamole took a long time to arrive. We were already a bit puzzled, but we stayed patient. However, after placing our food order, we waited approximately 50 minutes for our meals--which was baffling, considering how few people were in the restaurant. My dad eventually got up to check in, only to find all the staff gathered in the back, laughing and socializing. When he asked the male server about our food, we were told "the cook is working on it." More time passed, and when my dad checked again, the staff was still congregated in the back. When the food finally arrived, it was incorrect. My dad specifically requested no mushrooms--twice--and his fajitas still came with mushrooms. I asked for no sour cream or cheese, yet my rice and beans had both. At that point, we voiced our concerns and asked why it had taken so long, especially with such a quiet dining room. We had finally received our food at about 8:15. Rather than addressing our concerns calmly, the male server became defensive. Eventually, three staff members were at our table, each placing blame on someone or something else. It honestly felt surreal--like something out of a movie. Staff were openly complaining about working double shifts, and even the cook came out to say she hadn't gotten any sleep the night before and that she also worked a double shift. While we empathize with tough shifts, this is not something guests should be pulled into. The team did apologize, and they comped our entire bill, which we appreciated. But the apologies were laced with excuses and finger-pointing, and the whole experience felt far removed from the kind of service and atmosphere my parents had always loved here. I chose to write directly to you, not post on Yelp, because I believe you care and have an opportunity to get things back on track. My parents mentioned that the restaurant always felt different when you (owner) was there--welcoming, bustling, and well-managed. We truly hope it can return to that. Thank you for taking the time to read this. We wish you the best and hope our feedback helps spark some positive change.

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