Cafecito is one of our favorite spots in Calabasas. The food is always excellent! I love the pressed sandwiches, especially the Cubano, La Costa, Chimichurri and Pollo Chipotle. The plates are so good too. My family and I have tried most of them and everything is packed with flavor. The breakfast food is also a sneaky great find and definitely worth trying. But the coffee is where it's at. This is a Cuban spot and they absolutely crush it with the coffee. Hot or iced, you really can't go wrong. Skip the mass market coffee and get the good stuff! The only downside is parking can be a little sparse during peak times since the lot is small, but it's definitely worth it. Highly recommend Cafecito! read more

Counting down for more locations throughout LA.... This is how a perfect business operates Prices are pretty cheap compared to the rest of LA's food options Service was phenomenal, they were so attentive to every single table and while I sat to eat my sandwich, I noticed them going to every table multiple times asking what was needed and ACTUALLY remembering to bring it - which I feel like I've given up on at this point Cubano sandwich, chimichurri sandwich and cafecito (double) were so so good. It's a good thing I don't live close to here, or else I'd ruin any chance of a summer body Parking lot is huge (shared with Shibuya shopping center), and street parking available too Extremely kind staff, outdoor seating (aka pet friendly), and overall great experience. I'll be back for sure read more

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Some girlfriends and I stopped by here for a late lunch today and wow, what a great little spot! Cafecito is tucked away in a little shopping center. Based on the name, you might think it's merely a coffee shop but they have incredible food. I didn't get to try any coffee but saw plenty of customers order coffee so I'm thinking it's as good as the food. You order at the counter and your food is brought out to you to your table. I asked for a recommendation and the pollo chimichurri plate was suggested. The entree came with rice, black beans, and plantains. My friends got ropa vieja and tilapia criolla. Both of these things plates came with the same sides as mine. So while the food was delicious we were also impressed with the helpful and friendly service. Everyone who worked there seemed happy to be there and so kind! It was a nice surprise that our random pick for lunch turned out to be such a phenomenal place! read more

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Fabulous food, great service and fun atmosphere. Varied menu for all types of diets. I love their vegan entries. I just wish we lived a lot closer. read more

Cafecito - menu - Cuban Near Me - Calabasas, California

This place makes me dream of going to Cuba to experience the rich culture and taste all the great flavors of their food. Ambiance: Quaint cafe with vibrant atmosphere. The music feels like it takes you to a different place and I love it. You can't help but want to dance. Inside and outside seating available. We've been sitting inside because ourside its been a bit hot but it'll be nice once the weather cools. Seating: order first then seat yourself. Service: Excellent. Always excellent. Since we've been coming here they have been so welcoming. We love it here. Baby Tip: They were able to accommodate our stroller because it's small but we make it work and we're grateful. Bring a carrier too so you can eat if your little one won't stay still in the stroller. My baby girl was under 6 months so she likes to be a part of things when we eat ... And sits in our arms or carrier. Side note: they were so welcoming to us having a baby, I appreciate that so much as it makes our dining experience exponentially better to know we aren't a " hassle". We're new parents trying to do normal things still. Food: My husband's choice - Vaca frita platilli comes with pulled beef and onions and bell peppers + black beans + rice + platanos and it hits the spot. My choice: steak chimichurri platillo - flavorful. I dream of this plate. Flank steak drizzled with the perfect mixture of chimichurri+ black beans + rice + platanos. Ooh it's a whole meal and dessert. I usually have enough to take some home! I should try other things on the menu but I just love that this is consistent. Cafe con leche- love this flavor. Creamy latte. Not overpowering. Matcha latte sweet and yummy. Love me a sweet matcha. Now for matcha enthusiasts I'll say this is definitely more of the sweet premixed matcha with a hint of vanills rather than the earthy flavor. I liked it cuz it's sweet. There's a time and a place for sweet drinks lol. Also, They have inca cola and other goodies offered in their dessert case that I have yet to try. Parking: free in the lot in front! Sometimes it can get a bit full so pull around the corner and you'll see more spots. (There's a post office in this plaza) read more

Reeeally good pressed sandwiches! I usually am not a sandwich person but i looove how delicious their sandwiches are! Tasty and great texture. Owner and servers are all super friendly, cute place to go to for a weekend brunch. Will be back for sure. read more

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Nice little hole in the wall we stopped by on our way up to Ventura to escape the heat. It wasn't too crowded and ordering was simple, just order at the front and take a seat and food was brought to us. Gf ordered the Ropa con papa and I got the Abuelita and both were yummy! The cut up churros on the small pancake was nice and filling and balanced well with the cortadito I got! A great breakfast stop along the way. Parking can be hard since it's a smallish lot but worth a visit if you're in the area! read more

Cafecito - Cortadito - Cuban Near Me - Calabasas, California

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This place is so good!!! Absolutely fantastic A+ Service 10 out of 10 even though you really don't have a waiter waiting on you at this location their staff always check on you and make sure you are good and satisfied with your meal. This is a place where you walk up and pay before you get your order and then you pick a table that you wanna sit at it's a very small. I love it for a date night and the quality of food you are getting is 10 out of 10 not greasy Very fresh and trust me. It is so flavorful you won't believe it. This food is the best Cuban restaurant I've ever had and I love that. It is a small family owned place. I've been here for lunch and dinner. They also serve breakfast and they do have a coffee bar and they make really good coffee drinks. Also their chimichurri sauce is amazing. Don't be afraid to ask for that on the side to whatever you order. Parking is very difficult, fyi read more

Courteous people, authentic Cuban food, wonderful coffees, clean restaurant with plenty of seating!!. Did I say courteous people!

best cubano I have ever had. It was so delicious and the meat was so tender and juicy. a must try for sure! read more

Cafecito - Cubano - Cuban Near Me - Calabasas, California

I say must Cafecito the place for amazing Cuban food the cafe and spot for authentic peruerian perhaps Argentine food. We were having a moment for good food Cafecito came to the rescue. The quality of the food is superb with a arousing super charged cafe Cuban style. We had the sweet platanos The palomilla bisteak with Argentine style with chimichurri onions. The out come they have a South American flavot fusion with comida criolla better than being in Habana. The owner Phillip serves full portions which are very generous. The entire meal was served with love and affection.. I'm very pleased with the service ... We were offered the chicken y bisteak criolla style with black beans and rice... The results are beautiful... Thank you again Phillip for having all us ... Friendly staff all professional... Kind regards Dr. G read more

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My friends and I found Cafecito while we were in the area and decided to give it a try. We arrived around 11 AM on a Sunday and it was still busy. Parking lot was filling up, but we were able to find a spot to park in the plaza. This restaurant is pretty small with few tables inside and outside. I decided to order the iced Cafecito. I didn't realized the default option was hot. I asked the staff if it was possible to make the drink iced instead and she was able to do it! As for the food, I decided to get the Chimichurri sandwich. It was delicious and had a good portion to it. One of my friends got a plate and said it was also delicious! We all got our orders within a reasonable time after ordering. They also have some slice of cakes located at the front register. I picked up a red velvet slice and it tasted as expected! read more

Cafecito - Cuban Near Me - Calabasas, California

Food was great. I ordered on Uber Eats for pick up. Glad I did the line is huge and very long to order. Parking in a plaza but it's packed !! read more

Great cuban food. Cozy place! Great and warm service! Wow, best hot chocolate ever!!! Excellent coffee and vaca frita plate. Definitely recommended!!!! read more

The Pollo Chimichurri Plate is always a favorite!! The Chimichurri is the best! The chicken breast, plantains, white rice, black beans, tomato - so much good, and du h a great value! Always such an inviting greeting too, when ordering! read more

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Always greeted with a smile! Ambiance is always pleasant! Drinks & food is delicious! Highly recommend Definitely a gem in our beautiful Calabasas read more

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Stumbled upon this place on a drive through Calabasas and needed to try it! I love Cuban food but have recently stopped eating beef so I was pleased to see some veganized classics like the vegan vaca frita. The vaca frita was well seasoned and had that classic citrusy flavor. The beans could've used a bit more flavor but everything paired very well together. The price was also very reasonable considering the portion sizes and location! read more

Cafecito - Vegan Vaca Frita Platillo - Cuban Near Me - Calabasas, California

Tried this little cafe for the first time Saturday morning for breakfast, first impression walking is was the Cuban music, warm inviting interior, large menu, saw a patron eating and went back to ask what it was he was eating because it looked great, he told me & that's what I ordered -Ropa con Papa, my wife had the Tres Leches pancakes, both were absolutely delicious! I even went back for the Tres Leches cake which was on another level. Ice coffees rounded out this great breakfast, can't wait to return for more goodness. Well don read more

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If you're looking for truly authentic Cuban food, look no further! The flavors here are absolutely amazing--rich, traditional, and cooked to perfection. Every dish felt like a homemade meal straight from Cuba, and dare I say, even better than Porto's? The hospitality was just as impressive; the host went above and beyond to ensure everyone was seated quickly and comfortably. The service was warm, attentive, and made the entire dining experience even more enjoyable. This place is a gem, and I'll definitely be coming back for more! Also, music made me feel like I am in Cuba next to the beach. I'm telling you, come eat here! read more

Cafecito - Cuban Near Me - Calabasas, California

Amazing food, very authentic! Must try! They have a lot of vegetarian options and the coffee is excellent as well.

Absolutely Incredible !! My family came from Riverside CA and came across this location. Food was amazing, very authentic Cuban Food , coffee 10/10 ! But the hospitality/ service, exceptional. Will definitely come back . read more

Cafecito - Coffee - Cuban Near Me - Calabasas, California

Meh. And I say that because the tone was set by the front of house. The young lady could have given rat's azz if anyone ate. Food was aight. Smallish on the to-go portions. read more

Great food and always great service. The staff are always so friendly. I like how small and unassuming the restaurant is. Never had a bad meal here and the cafe con leche is one of the best I've ever had. read more

Good food. Poor service. Regardless of who arrives first coffee orders are taken and the food service starts to be prepared after all drinks are prepared and served. Be prepared to wait after any drink orders are taken read more

Nom nom nom is what you'll be doing at Cafecito. The sandwiches and hot food options are delicious. Be sure to order a side of plantains they are great. Best of all you can order the Cuban coffee either hot or on ice. They've also started offering breakfast items haven't had a chance to try that yet. Once I do I'll post an update read more

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This place is AMEXING A PLUS ON EVERYTHING The cuban Sanwiches are very Goood also the Cefecito or the Cafe con Leche costumer services excellent make you wanted to come back I WILL LOVE IT MORE IF YOU WILL HAVE ON YOUR MENU "CONGRI" read more

PROOF ADDED. I came in here with good expectations.I got something called the cafechera and tell me why it looks nothing like the picture plus the version I got has black grime, the stuff you scrape off of a grill all over my seafood and meat. I got concerned and the lady just laughed in my face.Correcting me on what I called the dish. So rude. So disgusting. I checked everywhere to find a picture of somebody else getting the cafechera to compare it to mine and like I thought, there's also did not have grime on it. Picture of that also below read more

Cafecito - Disgusting - Cuban Near Me - Calabasas, California

Cute little cafe in Calabsas! I enjoy getting the salads, they are always fresh! And if you like strong coffee, this is the place to go!

I'm afraid to post another 5-star review for a small local place. Because a gem could turn into coal as soon as the masses discover it and create havoc with long lines, more complaints, and all the other negatives once yelpers find out about it. I love this place because its not super popular and the service and food is so great. But they deserve this review. The prices are surprisingly great compared to all the others riding the bandwagon of increased prices that aren't 100% justified. Their coffee and lattes are also very good. Its tucked away from the more busy places in Calabasas. Its so nice to see regulars and locals can still go eat somewhere and not have to wait so long for a table and the food comes out pretty quickly. Thanks for being here! read more

Cafecito - Steak Chimichurri, rice, beans and plantains - Cuban Near Me - Calabasas, California

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A million stars for the food and amazing service. Everyone is treated like a superstar with care and attention.

I was looking for a restaurant that my coworkers and I could dine at as a party of 7 could stop by and Cafecito was the place. We had a party of 7 and I will not recommend Cafecito as a dine in experience. We were able to get a table, they do not do reservation. We made it work but as a group of more than 4, it could be tough if the tables are not available and it is first come basis. BUT the food was AMAZING!! Just the perfect Cuban food yu can have. I thoroughly enjoyed my ropa vieja with white rice and plantains. It was a great size, I had leftovers so I was content. I wish they had appetizers such as potato balls or empanadas. That would definitely set them to be even greater. The staff were kind and very accommodating. parking is tricky because the lot is petite. read more

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Cozy Cafe with Unique Flavors, But Limited Dine-In Appeal This cute little café has a cozy vibe, though the space is pretty small. The coffee had an interesting chocolatey (almost coco-like) taste, and the matcha was surprisingly sweet, reminiscent of vanilla ice cream! While the flavors were unique, they might not be for everyone if you're expecting traditional coffee or matcha. The food was decent, nothing outstanding, but passable for a quick bite. That said, it doesn't feel like a true dine-in spot; more of a grab-and-go or casual snack situation. If you're looking for a quiet place with some quirky drinks, it's worth a try, but temper your expectations on the food and seating. read more

Best Cuban sandwich in the area, rest of the menu is good, great service would recommend

Pleasant lunch experience! In the area, spotted this place tucked into a small business area. I imagine parking could be tough but I came at a good time. I love a good Cubano sandwich for lunch and was in the mood for pork. I went with my gut. Always go with your gut. My Cubano was awesome. Perfectly toasted bread. Tangy mustard with crunchy pickles. Not overwhelming but complimented the flavorful and plentiful pork. Chefs kiss. Sandwich was completely devoured. The exotica salad was also very nice with lots of good flavors. Loved the hearts of palm as a component and the shrimp was cooked perfect. Based on this experience, definitely want to return to try a few other sandwiches that had my attention. Thank you for the friendly service! read more

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Large selection of food and drink choices! The Cubano sandwich and the steak chimichurra were excellent! The soup was amazing and the service was excellent! Such a clean and cute place as well! read more

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An intimate setting that's infused with the richness of the Cuban culture, Cafecito offers a complete authentic dining experience. The menu is filled with a selection that covers a wide preference, whether you're looking for a light breakfast or a satisfying lunch. The sides of the plates are all the same--rice, beans, and fried plantains, but they're all cooked well and complement the protein. If you're into fish or seafood, they've got you covered. Pork and beef? No problem. There are even quite a few vegan options. Vegan selections at a Cuban restaurant? Why not? My wife shared her tres-leches pancakes with me, and the deep dairy soaking of the pancakes made them taste more like cakes than pancakes. There were fruits instead of icing on the cake. There isn't anything too fancy here, but everything just comes together nicely. I couldn't have had a nicer Saturday brunch elsewhere. read more

Cafecito - Cuban Near Me - Calabasas, California

Delicious and affordable Cuban food. I got the GuavaQ chicken plate and it came with a great portion of tender pieces of chicken, rice and beans, and plantains. I also had half of the Cubano sandwich which was tasty. I loved the toasted bread and it was stuffed with shredded pork goodness. I would def recommend this spot if you're looking for something new to try. read more

Cafecito - GuavaQ Chicken Plate - Cuban Near Me - Calabasas, California

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Quiet and tucked into a small, private plaza very close to the Commons. Food is excellent. Quantity is below average. 5 stars for the food. 3 stars for the quantity served. I left hungry. read more

Cafecito - Ropa Vieja Platillo - Cuban Near Me - Calabasas, California

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Met a friend here for an early lunch on Thursday. The park lot is small and kind of a nightmare so try to find some street parking past it. It's a casual spot with tables inside and a few outside. You order at the counter and they bring it to you. Staff is super nice and recommended the steak saltado plate. My friend got the shrimp dish. It was really flavorful and delicious! Portions are quite big too. I also got a chai latte and it was easily one of the best I've had (and I've had a LOT). So happy to have found this delicious gem. Can't wait to continue meeting friends halfway here for food! read more

Cafecito - Steak Saltado - Cuban Near Me - Calabasas, California

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I ordered the Ropa Vieja - the platano & beans were good. The meat was soft, but I felt the sauce was a bit too sweet for my liking. I got some Cubanos to go and they were unfortunately really greasy. Service was good. It's a small restaurant. I wouldn't recommend coming here with more than 4 people in your group. read more