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    Chicas Cuban Cafe

    4.3 (288 reviews)
    ModerateCuban, Comfort Food
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    Updated 2 months ago

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    Carol W.

    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.

    Dawn ..

    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.

    BREAKFAST FRITA
    Erica M.

    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.

    El Viejito
    Scott L.

    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

    Pollo A La Plancha
    Eddie H.

    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!

    Char C.

    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.

    Aidilyn G.

    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.

    Gabrilla C.

    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.

    Traditional Cuban sandwich
    Steve R.

    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

    Pollo A La Plancha with Maduros and yellow rice
    Gabriella S.

    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.

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

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

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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.

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    4.2
    (168 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$

    Happen to stumbled into this charming little diner last weekend…read more From the moment you walk through the door, the warm, friendly greeting makes you feel genuinely welcome. The staff was super friendly, great has small-town hospitality vibe. Since we stopped for breakfast let's start with the coffee, absolutely fantastic. Rich, fresh, and hot - and they never let your cup get below half full. I swear the waitress had a sixth sense for it because my mug was topped off with a smile before I even realized it was getting low. You don't see that here in Miami. The portions are wonderfully generous without being ridiculous. My vegetable omelette was loaded with fluffy eggs & veges, crispy bacon, and perfectly golden hash browns - and the biscuit! Love me a good southern style biscuit! Everything tasted homemade like someone's grandma was back in the kitchen looking out for you. Best of all? The prices are incredibly reasonable, especially for the quality and quantity you get. I left feeling so FULL that my next meal was dinner. If you're looking for a cozy spot with great food, excellent coffee, and people who actually care about making your visit special, stop by this little diner.

    Absolutely adore lil diners and this one is top notch. You get fed WELL for the money. The money of…read morewhich isn't much, I fed 2 with dessert and sweet tea for less than $40. Our waitress was sweet and on top of things Even got us sweet tea for the road and the cups were massive. This was my 2nd time here and I'll be returning again n again. Tonight for me was the Chili n eggs with bacon and home fries plus I added on one of their massive pancakes. My partner got the chicken mini meal with fries and a salad. Ordered my eggs over medium, they came out barely over easy the yolk was super runny but I never hold that against anyone, eggs can be difficult which is why chefs hats have 100 pleats. Cooking eggs is a honed skill. The chili was a lil more watery than I'd like but considering the egg they went together perfectly and I used the home fries to soak it all up. My partner's chicken was still moist, not killed and this place does fried right!! Completely crunchy and golden on the outside soft and yummy on the inside. The chocolate cake was wonderfully fudgey and moist too. The pancake which is a must have on at least one of your visits has a wonderfully crispy edge with awesome fluffy interior. The decor is cool, the lil signs funny and sweet and all the pictures from the original speak to an owner appreciating their customers. Great day or night but if you're looking for late night food and you're totally over the usual suspects, definitely pop in here, you won't be disappointed and you may just end up forgetting the usual late night suspects.

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    Trucker breakfast three eggs, bacon, sausage, home fries, English muffin and biscuits and gravy
    Trucker breakfast three eggs, bacon, sausage, home fries, English muffin and biscuits and gravy
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    The Table

    3.8
    (443 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    This place was absolutely beautiful. I attended an event during their bottomless brunch and the…read morespace alone had me in awe. The ambiance was inviting, stylish, and felt like the perfect setting for a weekend experience with friends. The food overall was good. The shrimp and grits were definitely the highlight for me full of flavor and well done. The steak, however, wasn't my favorite and didn't quite hit the mark. The fruit bowl was exactly that fruit in a bowl nothing special but fresh. The banana pudding was delicious and a sweet way to end the meal. The service was a bit inconsistent, which I believe was due to the waitress being very busy. There were a few moments where we waited longer than expected for menus, straws, or even water. While noticeable, it didn't completely take away from the experience and felt more like a staffing issue than a lack of care. Overall, I would absolutely return for brunch with friends. The atmosphere alone makes it worth another visit, and with the right company, it's a great spot to enjoy a relaxed and beautiful brunch experience.

    We visited The Table in DeLand with a group of ten and had an overall good experience, with a few…read moremixed moments. For appetizers, we tried the coconut shrimp, Table tots, spinach dip, and charcuterie. Everything was fantastic except the shrimp, which were a bit overcooked. The rest of the starters were flavorful and well prepared. Most of our group ordered the NY strip since they were out of the filet, while others chose the meatloaf, mushroom pasta, and a few other dishes. Portions were generous and the food was tasty. While the strip wasn't the best I've had, it was cooked perfectly. Dessert was a bit hit or miss. We tried all the pies -- most were decent and nicely presented, though nothing stood out. The salted caramel cheesecake had a grainy texture rather than being smooth. Service was friendly, but a little rushed. Courses came out too quickly, making it hard to enjoy each one before the next arrived. The table became crowded with plates, and the pace felt chaotic at times. The server was kind and seemed possibly overwhelmed. Overall, a good meal with solid food, but pacing and a few execution details could use some attention.

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    Back side of menu
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    Potato Patch

    4.2
    (263 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    I really enjoyed coming here. I ordered a chicken fried steak with home potatoes and a pancake, my…read moreother half ordered a veggie omelette with hash browns and a pancake. I also got an order of toast and I had to order a biscuit, since they are made in-house. The food was great, I really enjoyed how tasty everything was. The steak was a moderate size, but overall it was a good amount of food on the plate. I definitely enjoyed the gravy, never seen such great gravy, and the hash browns were absolutely perfect. The pancakes were really good also. The coffee was good quality and the staff kept coming around with a refill. Locals come to this restaurant, it really feels like a genuine diner where the community meets. Unfortunately, they were talking about politics and getting loud, so on my particular visit, that was a turnoff. But other than that, everything was extremely good. Definitely coming back. One more thing: CASH ONLY!!!

    Great breakfast at the Potato Patch this Saturday! They have plenty of options and great prices! I…read morehad the Western omelet and it was every filling and cooked well. It came with hash browns and toast too! I had had reinfected juice to drink. They have basic brewers hot coffee. No lattes or anything like that. They keep it simple here, but it was busy so it's clearly a good spot. One downside is they only take cash, no cards. So make sure you bring cash!!

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    Interior. Doesn't this feel like Mom's kitchen?
    Interior. Doesn't this feel like Mom's kitchen?
    Biscuits and gravy. Clearly made on premises!
    Biscuits and gravy. Clearly made on premises!
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    Taste of Soul

    Taste of Soul

    4.6
    (135 reviews)
    3.2 mi
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    We had a miscommunication of my order and Cory is going to make it work for me and is also going to…read morepray for my family, I'm going to be in the Taste of SOUL, Deland this evening to try some Catfish, MACORONI and CHEEZE, hushpuppys,and some of their tasty Cabbage also not to forget the warm greetings from the Great Christian Family that Works there!

    Truly some of the best soul food I have had in months. After traveling from Saint Cloud, Florida to…read morevisit our daughter in the Daytona area, she suggested this place to us and they did not disappoint. Apparently we hit them up at exactly the right time, because not too long after we we ordered and sat ourselves, the "after church" rush came. The fried chicken was amazing and the mac n cheese was just like Mom used to make. My wife and daughter had Oxtails and Turkey wings and let me just say, we all shared each other's food and still had portions left over. We looked at other plates passing us by like the catfish and seafood options...we just wanted it all because it looked just that good! Collard greens were on point and seasoned as well as the rice , cornbread, cakes and other sides like yams, black-eyed peas and even main dishes of the past like hog maws if that is your thing. You MUST TRY THE FUN PUNCH...it is incredible and I could write a whole paragraph about the southern sweet tea alone. This place is truly a gem and we will be going back again whenever we are in the Volusia county area. Excellent customer service with a smile and a few jokes as well as an atmosphere that makes you feel like home. Truly a ten out of ten!!

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    Shrimp boil with coleslaw
    Shrimp boil with coleslaw
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    Cook's Buffet Cafe and Bakery

    3.4
    (229 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    While, it seems that many either strongly love or strongly dislike this local, legendary, vintage…read morerestaurant, I'm going to go ahead and give it four stars! Once you understand that this is a restaurant founded in 1959, housed in a former two story home originally built in 1951, you may come to appreciate the history and understand the vibe. It is truly amazing that this historic restaurant has survived in 2026. I happen to like the uniqueness and honestylye-feel, as if you're at someone's grandma's house. There is plenty of parking directly behind the restaurant and a small lot in ftont of the restaurant. There's parking along the side too. I enjoy the beautiful plants and flowers surrounding the restaurant. Honestly, they can make for a nice photo on a good day. Upon entering, if it's busy, like on Sunday afternoons, you'll find that you'll receive a little card with a number on it. After waiting and listening for your number to be called, you'll be seated. Check the website before you go... You'll be prepared for the hybrid meal service. Some things are served to you at the table and are not unlimited, like soups and desserts. Some things are self-serve and unlimited, like the old-fashioned salad bar and hot vegetables. A server will hand-carve your choice of meat for you. Just "know-before-you-go" by taking a quick glance at the website. Is it five star food? No. Is it just homey country style cooking? Yes. They serve lunch and dinner. They are supported by generations of locals. Lots of people like to celebrate their birthday here. If you bring at least 3 friends to help you celebrate, you'll dine for free. Contrary to many reviews, I've never experienced or seen rudeness. In fact, I've seen staff taking the time to be friendly to guests. When coming here, you can't be super picky about the food - it's not a five star restaurant. Yes, the green beans may be from a can. It's okay, you'll survive! Enjoy the unique experience!

    I had high hopes walking into Cook's Buffet Cafe and Bakery in DeLand, but unfortunately I don't…read moreeven know where to start with Cook's Buffet Cafe and Bakery. We didn't even stay after reading the menu and that says everything. They advertise it as a "buffet," but it's completely misleading. You're still paying for protein items if you want seconds, so it's not a true buffet at all. Feels like a bait-and-switch the second you look at the menu. The setup was confusing, the vibe was off, and honestly it didn't feel worth sticking around to figure it out. If you're expecting a traditional buffet experience, this is not it. Save your time and your money go elsewhere!

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    Dining room
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    De La Vega - DeLand

    De La Vega - DeLand

    4.4
    (371 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    Cool experience at this downtown Deland spot. It's billed as Latin Fusion, and there's an varied…read moremenu of many different choices, including a wide variety of vegan/vegetarian options. Service is quick and friendly. It's a storefront restaurant, in a very old building. Decor is eclectic, sort of a mashup of different genres. Tried banderillas, which are artfully crafted skewers with chicken, cheese, zucchini , and roasted peppers, with some mango vinaigrette to dress. These are as nice to look at as they are to eat. Great starter, perfect for sharing. Also tried the Jack Fruit Quesadilla. An unusual combo - quesadilla stuffed with cheese and jack fruit marinated with guajillo sauce and then topped with pineapple, almonds, apples, and cilantro. Very unique taste, and delicious! Many other things to try on the menu. Definitely will stop in again whenever in Deland.

    Great food, great service, great location, great ambiance. Just great all around. We met friends…read morethere for lunch before a show, unbeknownst to us that there was a mardi gras parade happening right in front of the restaurant. The outside seats were full and the sidewalk packed with spectators. The dining was empty so we had our pick of seats. We were greeted promptly and our server gave us plenty of time to review the menu while catching up. Our drinks were served quickly-I got a glass of sangria which was crisp and light, not overly sweet. The food was freshly prepared and served hot. Everyone raved about their choices. I got the vegan enchiladas and my husband got the nachos. Both were delicious. The enchiladas were topped with fresh shredded cabbage and tomatoes which gave enchiladas a nice crunch in each bite. The nachos were light-not overly drenched in cheese or cheese sauce like you find in most pubs nowadays. You could taste the vegetables. The dining room is cozy with a good view of the street. Everyone we spoke with was friendly and welcoming. If our vacation plans bring us to Deland again, I know they will include a visit to De laVega.

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    Interior
    De La Vega - DeLand
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