Visited Chicas quite a few times over the years. This time was a bit different than the other. We had a small wait for a table so we sat at the bar. While there we noticed a bartender Juan making drinks. I couldn't help but notice the time he took to make sure the presentation of every drink he made was perfect. I got to talking with the young man and asked if he knew how to make a caipirinha ( I am of Brazilian descent and it's like a Brazilian mojito) not only did Juan know EXACTLY what it was but he made it to perfection. Fast forward and we get called to our table only to find out Juan was taken off bar duty and he was our server. He took the best care of the party I brought to Chicas that night. Juan, hopefully you see this. Keep up the good work and continue to care about the work you do as you will go far in life. read more

We planned on eating at another restaurant during our day trip to Deland, but it was closed. Checked out Chica's on Yelp and it was a short walk (right downtown) so we decided to give it a try. It's in a lovely old building which apparently also houses a hotel - gorgeous wooden floors and a warm, inviting interior. Parking lot next to restaurant was full but there is free parking downtown just a block away. It was crowded at lunchtime and they had some big groups, so we had to wait about 10 minutes to be seated. Our server (Maria?) was wonderful. I started with a caipirinha - not often on cocktail menus and it's one of my favorites - it was delicious!). Hubs and I both had the chicken soup and it was amazing - I would come back just for that. Hubs had the pollo à la plancha - the chicken was ok but the black beans were definitely the star! The tostones as a side were stone cold and very tough to chew - it was sadly our least favorite thing (and I LOVE tostones!). I had a beef empanada and a chicken empanada - they were ok. read more

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I had just completed my first 5K (fueled by a peanut butter cookie and a protein shake) and was looking for looking for a savory breakfast. I saw that this restaurant was nearby and wanted to give it a try. As soon as you pull into the parking lot, you smell the aroma of delicious food. I will say that every employee that I came across, smiled and said good morning so the customer service was great. I ordered the breakfast Frita which is basically a breakfast burger and some homemade fries. Those homemade fries were some of the best potatoes that I have ever had. Seasoning was perfect. They were crunchy on the outside but nice and soft on the inside. I literally did not need ketchup salt pepper. Nothing just the potatoes. As far as the breakfast burger for me, it wasn't that great. The flavor was there however, my bread felt a bit stale, the fried egg was a bit overcooked so you didn't get that creamy yolk to help give moisture to the beef. Unfortunately, the beef needed that moisture because it was overcooked (they did not ask how I wanted it prepared nor did I tell them). Now, although my breakfast burger wasn't the best, I would still go to the restaurant and try some of their other foods because again the aroma was amazing. So I know other things are good. read more

Chicas Cuban Cafe - BREAKFAST FRITA - Cuban Near Me - Deland, Florida

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Maravilloso! What a wonderful place to eat. The decor is wonderful and the staff is very friendly. But most importantly the food is authentic and fantastic. Having left Miami almost 10yrs ago I am also craving good Cuba cuisine and Chicas hits the bullseye. The cocktails are very well made as well. I highly recommend the El Viejito Old Fashioned read more

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If you ask my husband, this should be 5 stars. I will say his chicken, Chica's Chicken dish, was amazing. I'm trying to eat healthier (big mistake) so I had the Tropical Salad. The avocado was not ripe, but the plantain chips were delicious. Maybe I was full from the empanadas we had as an appetizer, but I was under whelmed. Their flan was perfectly made. We got a Cuban sandwich to go. It tasted good but was incredibly salty. The restaurant itself is very beautiful inside. Quite a bit of lovely artwork. I think its a great place for a date night with cocktails. The mango mojito was sublime. My only complaint is the chair situation. In the room we sat in somehow the chairs hit me right in the hip bones. I wished we lived closer, I woukd definitely come back to try more items. read more

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I love the food here! The arroz con pollo is so moist and delicious! Perfect filling meal as you get a salad, Maduros and an avocado. My wife's chicken on a plancha was too hard to eat. The black beans and rice were perfect. Service was great and place is very clean. This our go to spot in Deland! read more

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The service was horrible. The food barely had any seasoning, but their soup was actually really good. Prices does not match the flavor. The place did look beautiful. I wish the food matched that. read more

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This was my second time coming here. I'm surprised I haven't wrote about it the first time because it was such a memorable one. The first time we went here, it was for dinner on a Saturday night. We got the ropa vieja, bistec and the Habana sampler. Paired with a couple of beers and Long Islands. Food was so delicious and truly flavorful. Drinks were strong. Service was amazing. Second time was last night with family. I wish I got our server's name - but he was young, curly hair with a cute manicure. He was very attentive to our table and made sure we were taken care of. We shared the ropa vieja (again), bistec empanizado and a side of yuca. Paired with a couple of cockails and beers. What we appreciated was the chef came out to make sure our food was just right. This rarely happens for us, and we'll never forget the experience. The best Cuban restaurant in Central Florida. We'll be back next week (haha)! read more

We came here for a birthday celebration and everyone was blow away by the food. Our group had ribs (I know what you're thinking but they were outstanding) and I had the ropa vieja (first time trying this dish) and we will definitely be coming back. The only negative was that our server was very argumentive and pretended numerous times like he couldn't understand what we ordered. Someone ordered a Cortadito and he acted like he had a brain malfunction, because they didn't roll the "R", then proceeded to correct their grammar and tell them how he pronounces it; All while poorly stifling his laughter. We used to live in Miami for a long time and never had anyone do this. Service 3/5 and Food 5/5. read more

We came for brunch and really enjoyed our food choices. The churrasco was cooked to perfection and the mojo on top made it more perfect. I love that they have mimosa carafes available however wish it would be a bit more bubbly as the ones we got tasted more like straight juice. Service was excellent we will definitely be back. read more

Chicas Cuban Cafe - Cuban Near Me - Deland, Florida

Food was good, we were a party of 10 celebrating a birthday. Really liked the live music but waiter was nee and kept on messing up the orders. read more

Chicas Cuban Cafe - Cuban Near Me - Deland, Florida

Always amazing delicious food consistently!!I have been coming here for the past four years when I brought my son down to attend Stetson University. I'm a frequent visitor for home Football games when my son plays and look forward to the chicken soup every time ! read more

I ordered through uber eats while I was at a hair appointment and was pleasantly surprised. The white rice and black beans was delicious and authentic. I also looooved the plantains. The steak was a little soggy in my opinion. It was drenched in oil, but once I got home, soaked up the oil with a napkin and put it in the air fryer it was 10000x better. Service was quick. Not sure about ambiance as I got it delivered. read more

Millie is the bombdiggity!! Went to lunch on Thursday...party of 4. Food was top notch!!!! Ordered app of spinach/cheese empanadas. Runner girl confirmed one as Spinach, but couldn't attest for second one. Well it was beef.....wife is vegetarian. Told Millie. She saw to it that our empanada was replaced and that a take home cheese pastry was 'on the house". I will return because of the outstanding food quality, but mainly Millie. You made our visit!! read more

We came as a group of five. All but two of the group have eaten here before. Only one Cuban born person in our party but she likes the food here so things are pretty authentic Cuban dishes read more

Chicas Cuban Cafe - Traditional Cuban sandwich - Cuban Near Me - Deland, Florida

The absolute best Cuban food anywhere. I have been to many Cuban restaurants from Orlando to Miami and Chicas Cuban Cafe in Deland is the absolute best. This place is really classy and authentic and isn't your everyday ordinary Cuban restaurant. This place is great if you just want to grab a sandwich or you want to have a special date night and relax while enjoying a meal you won't forget. Tey have indoor and outdoor dining, and I noticed the tabletops are made from high end Quartz with gold metal flake and the decor and lighting sets the mood for an incredible dining experience. My first time here I ordered a Cuban sandwich meal, and it was absolutely the most incredibly delicious Cuban sandwich I have ever had anywhere and the service was top notch. read more

Chicas Cuban Cafe - Cuban sandwich meal - Cuban Near Me - Deland, Florida

We've been coming to Chicas Cuban Cafe in DeLand for years. I've brought family, friends, and even customers here because the food has consistently been great and the service has always been top-notch. Unfortunately, tonight's experience left us genuinely disappointed. We had 4 adults and 2 children, split between two checks. The food was great as usual, and our waitress was very nice. However, when the checks arrived, we discovered that a 24% gratuity had automatically been added because we were a party of six. What was most frustrating was that there was no clear warning or discussion about the 24% charge before we ordered. We were told about it as the bills were being handed to us. I completely understand restaurants adding gratuity for larger parties, and I have no issue with fairly compensating good service. But 24% automatically added to a table of six--including two children--is excessive, especially without making it very clear to the customer beforehand. When we questioned it, the manager's response was essentially that this is normal and an industry standard. That was surprising. I've entertained customers here and brought groups here for years and have never encountered a mandatory 24% gratuity at this restaurant. The unfortunate part is that we genuinely like Chicas. The food was good tonight, just as it has been for years. But policies like this make what has always felt like a great local, family-friendly restaurant considerably less affordable for families. A 24% mandatory charge turned dinner for six into a bill that felt much closer to dinner for nine. The food still deserves praise, but families and groups of six or more should be aware of the automatic 24% gratuity before dining here. I sincerely hope management reconsiders either the percentage or, at minimum, how clearly this policy is communicated before customers order. read more

Only my second time in Deland and I remembered this place was solid last time, so we stopped here for lunch. It was pretty crowded which is always a good sign. Got the pernil sandwich with yucca fries and maduros; all of it was really good. Pork was really flavorful and moist; kinda small portion of yucca fries, but they were still fluffy inside and crispy outside. Would return again read more

this was an enjoyable late lunch spot. For the price, i felt it was all very good. My chicken was amazing. Others at the table enjoyed their meals as well. Sat outfit and it was a good experience. read more

Chicas Cuban Cafe - Pollo A La Plancha with Maduros and yellow rice - Cuban Near Me - Deland, Florida

We stopped here while visiting DeLand from out of town. It's in a cute older hotel. To start, the service was really friendly. We ordered beef and chicken empanadas and they were fantastic, tasted homemade. We had the brunch churrasco, which was tasty and tender. The cafe con leche was delicious as was the pan con tortilla. Great find. read more

We had friends visiting and decided to come in on a Saturday evening without reservations. We were told there would be a short wait, which was completely fine, and we didn't mind spending about 20 minutes upstairs on the rooftop enjoying the DJ and atmosphere. Once seated, we were placed in the second dining room and ordered drinks, four appetizers, and our entrees. Unfortunately, from the start, the table was not properly set. We had no silverware, no napkins, no side plates for sharing appetizers, no coasters, and really no table settings at all. For a party ordering multiple appetizers and drinks, this immediately made service feel disorganized and inattentive. The issue became even worse when our entrees arrived and, almost immediately after, staff started stacking chairs around us at approximately 9:12 p.m. We had only been seated maybe 15-20 minutes earlier, so as a party of five on a Saturday night, we certainly did not expect the restaurant to begin visibly shutting down while we were just starting our meal. What made it even more frustrating was that these tables were already available when we first walked in, despite being told there would be a wait. Since we were entertaining guests, we thought this would be a great opportunity to show off the rooftop, which is such a great feature for a small town like DeLand and has so much potential. Instead, the experience became embarrassing and disappointing. Having staff stack chairs and place them on tabletops in the middle of our meal felt incredibly rude and unprofessional. It created an uncomfortable atmosphere and made us feel rushed out rather than welcomed. When we asked to speak with a manager, the response we received was that "the servers have to go home." That explanation was unacceptable. Paying customers should never be made to feel like an inconvenience, especially while actively dining. With my own background in restaurant service and management, I found both the handling of the situation and the manager's response to be extremely poor. As a DeLand local, this was especially disappointing because this restaurant has been making improvements and adding entertainment, which we were excited to support. Unfortunately, the poor service and lack of professionalism completely overshadowed what should have been an enjoyable night out. read more

Chicas is my most favorite place. The food is so delicious and the prices are great. The service is slow but they say great things take time. Best place for a coffee, lunch or dinner read more

Chicas Cuban Cafe - Cuban, yellow rice beans pina Colada - Cuban Near Me - Deland, Florida

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Greetings, fellow vegans: I went for dinner with my husband, and it was our first time there. We enjoyed the early dinner time, quietness, and the music. To include excellent service and great food. Family oriented atmosphere, it's a wonderful place to eat. The ambiance was awesome. To begin with, they offer outdoor seating if you choose, and it is in a quaint area. The inside of the restaurant looks beautiful. Service was very friendly and efficient. I know our server was a lovely young woman, and I believe her name is "Zome" (please forgive if I spelled your name incorrectly)." The vegan options are obvious on the menu, and you may request other items be made vegan. Our food was fresh, delicious and with good size portions. Excellent cuban coffee. It's just a total package, delight, and worth the drive from Ormond Beach, Florida. Thank you! read more

First of all as cuban I am very picky with my "cuban" food. The service was great. Zeke was super helpful and the food was very flavorful. My 3 stars is for the following the cuban egg rolls although super tasty $12 for 2 small egg rolls I found overpriced. The Moro black bean with rice was not good, and menu items have been changed but no updated menus available. Makes it hard to decide on something and the be told "sorry the items is now different, no longer served with ..." Everything else was very delicious. We don't live in the area but always enjoy trying new places when traveling through town. They do have music and a bar the ambiance was nice for a Sunday afternoon. read more

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My first visit to this restaurant was a delightful experience. All the dishes were enjoyed by the entire party. Each of us had a different take on our meals, presentation, and atmosphere. We thoroughly enjoyed the textures and flavors of each dish. As you can see by the pictures, the presentation Was very well done and I love the cutting board as "plates". The empanadas were a hit ! I had the mojo pork and it was nice and juicy flavored and well cooked with a nice sear. Also the yellow rice was quite tasty and recommended by the server and I'm glad I did. There is enough to take home and enough options on the menu to come back and try other Cuban dishes. Our server Juan was very patient and absolutely professional with us, he ensured that we enjoyed our experience. They have a nice seating outside and it was a nice afternoon so the patio was just fine. I did not get to see what it looked like on the inside, but it is a nice size restaurant. I did see a number of customers coming in so apparently they are doing something right! If you are in the area, I would recommend you try this with family, or a nice date night out. read more

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Great vegan option I had for brunch, the veggie bowl. Terrific and the extra green sauce is out of this world. I thought the toast was a little hard, however. Great ambience, service and location. Before I went vegan I ante other options here at different times itso it's a real winner restaurant. When it's cooler out, it's great to sit on the patio. read more

This is a regular spot for us! Everything is always amazing! Best sangria in DeLand. read more

the food was great. the waiters were super kind. The tables we super nice it felt super welcoming too.

Chicas used to be our favorite Cuban restaurant in DeLand. After Mother's Day, we won't be back. I called in an order at 6:15 PM. My husband picked it up -- parking was wide open. We got home missing three items: yellow rice, maduros, and white rice. I called back. After 11 minutes on hold, the manager picked up. He never gave his name. His first response was accusing us of eating the food to get money back. I offered to bring it back. He said no. I asked for a refund. He said no. Then he walked away from the phone. For $36.20, he insulted two longtime customers on Mother's Day. Check every container before leaving. read more

I always enjoy Chica's. I have never gotten a meal short of delicious and the breakfast and cafe con leche is no exception. Thank you Jess for the wonderful service. You are great server and the atmosphere was lovely. read more

Chicas Cuban Cafe - Tres leches breakfast - Cuban Near Me - Deland, Florida

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I'm from Miami and I was estatic to come try this place out. But was totally disappointed. Felt the food was over priced and not so great. To me it's not 100 cuban . There's a mix in there. The appetizers and pastries were Publix authentic. I just wanted a more cuban flavor then a mix on the food n culture . read more

The food and service were phenomenal. The drink menu is pretty extensive, too. It was our first time dining at Chica's and it exceeded all expectations -- and we heard a lot of good things. I look forward to going back and trying more dishes/drinks. read more

Had some time to pass in such a historic site to experience, and was lunch time. Took the trust of my fellow Goggle peers suggestions, and gave Chicas a try. 1st thought, a bit confusing since it's a part of the Artisian Hotel. Once I figured out where the "Official" entrance to the restaurant was, upon entry, I was immediately greeted with a welcome ambiance of a Cuban feel & sense of love here. Nice, very nice I started with the Empanadas For 2, when actually, it was adequate for ONE, really. As you can see in the pictures & the video clips, it was very tasty, crisp outside, gooey filled centers with beef, and chicken in the other. I DESTROYED it, thank you! For lunch, I ordered 1/2 Cuban Sandwich, with Rice & Beans. Unfortunately, again, I savorly destroyed it, and completely forgot to captured the dish first. Ooops..... Intention was to end the lunch with the Cuban Flan, with a double shot of expresso, unfortunately, gonna have to save that as the starter for the next visit. And yes, there WILL be a next visit!! Thank you for such a delightful surprise experience, kudos to all read more

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Pros: *friendly staff, English and Spanish speakers *parking available *indoor and outdoor seating available *reasonably priced *food was ok -- the famous chicken was the best thing we ordered Cons: *it was very warm inside, they have very hot spot lights directly above the seat that eventually made it pretty uncomfortable inside *most of the parking in the lot is marked as being for the hotel; it was a little confusing *food was ok -- the churrasco was charbroiled which gave it a really weird texture, rice was crunchy, and the house sangria wasn't great. You get 2 sides with each entree and I ordered maduros as a 3rd side... wasn't a fan of paying $4 for 3 small maduros. I'm Cuban, this was ok. read more

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Excellent food and service! Great food presentation. Treat customers like family. Local family business.

The food at Chica's is top notch! And this last visit we learned you can order food from chica's and sit at the bar next door ;) you're welcome. The service was great the drinks were great, the food was on point. The wings were crispy and the sauces were plentiful. The ambiance of the Artisen and the food from chicas . Was a great night. Live music too! read more

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Place was super busy with Stetson move in but once seated taken great care of. Food was quick tasty and very authentic. Chicken soup was delish and served with rice and the loaded tostones were amazing. Just wished more meat less beans. The sangria was great pro tip make your own sparkling sangria by ordering a glass of sparkling wine and the sangria and mix them. So good!!! We tried the churrasco and the ribs also very yummy!! read more

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Totally enjoyed our lunch here! We were greeted warmly and able to be seated right away. It wasn't too hot, so we enjoyed being under the covered patio with it's ceiling fans and strung light bulbs. What a relaxed vibe! After perusing the varied & interesting menu and additional page of "specials", we settled on the Mojo Roast Pork with sides of Avocado and salad (low carb was the goal) and the Medianoche with fries and plantain. They definitely have vegan options too! The food was very tasty.... The only bummer was that the fries were neither fresh nor hot. Everything else was fine and we'd definitely return. Our server, Jess, was amazing! Kudos to her! read more

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This was the first time my wife and I been at Chicas Cuban Restaurant and we are glad we went. First when we entered we were sat right away. There was outdoor seating that looked popular been we decided to seat indoors. Our waitress came to our table immediately with two glasses of ice water and offered drinks. Since we planned on completing our meal with Cuban coffee and a pastry we decided just to have water. My wife ordered the Cuban roasted pork which came with black beans and white rice, yuca and plantains. I had Churrasco and black beans and rice. Both of us enjoyed our meals. After our meal we had a homemade pastry and Cuban coffee. We really enjoyed combining mg here and the service and food was excellent. Will definitely return. read more

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Good food, extensive menu, and nice ambiance. We'll be back to try some other things since there are so many options.