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    Conga's Latin Cafe

    3.5 (40 reviews)
    InexpensiveLatin American, Cuban
    Closed • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Cuban sandwich
    Hememini M.

    The Cuban sandwich is alright. I'm guessing the bread is old because although my sandwich arrived "toasted" but the insides are barely warm. Room temperature at best, the cheese is not melted. Yet it was very crunchy, reminiscent of stale bread. This is the first time I've received a Cuban sandwich with lettuce inside. I'm not sure what that's about. Traditionally it's pork, ham, Swiss, pickles in their mojo. I'm not sure why every Cuban I've had in Florida thus far has salami. There was Not enough pork to taste it. My mango shake was also alright. It was watery and not worth the 3.95. However their hot sauce taste very good I'd love to try it with a Columbian empanada

    Roast pork
    Tasha M.

    By no means a bad 3 stars. It's a nice clean Cuban restaurant with daily specials. 1 meat 2 sides. I loved the option of being able to add soup or salad for .75 cents. I've had the roast pork in both occasions and both have been dry. I loved their homemade hot sauce but not enough is given to compensate for the dryness of the meat. The chicken soup is fresh with a nice rich flavor. All in all a decent option for Cuban cuisine.

    Ropa vieja
    Allie M.

    I'm obsessed with the flavor of their home made hot sauce! Food is very good, the owner is very attentive. If you speak Spanish you're in better shape with the servers ... The papa rellenas are great, their cafe con leche is on point and we are starting to make it a post church regular spot !

    Great flavor but needs a thicker chicken. It was so thin that it was hard and dry.
    Sandra D.

    I am definitely a fan! I had a late breakfast here and loved the vibe. It is a small restaurant but it gets a lot of traffic. The staff was very nice. I am a sucker for warm Cuban bread and butter and they sure didn't skimp on portions.

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    Kathy D.

    I showed up here late, close to closing time one afternoon & was quite surprised to find a Cuban restaurant. I love many types of food, but living in Tampa I am quite partial to finding new Cuban establishments. Besides loving Cuban food & sandwiches, I love that most of these establishments also offer breakfast during their entire time open. As I entered the small quaint restaurant, I was pleasantly greeted. The specials were explained to me and the staff was very friendly & knowledgeable. I ended up ordering a bacon, egg & swiss cheese sandwich, pressed warm & toasty for my late lunch. The sandwich was fune, nothing remarkable, but hey, that's what I ordered. The establishment was closing, yet they did not hurry me, in any fashion. Did I mention that this place is immaculate? I mean shinny clean, immaculate! The cafe con Leche gave me a nice afternoon pick me up and was quite delicious & expertly prepared. It is hard to give it a fair rating on an egg sandwich & cafe. I will return for a full meal & I am sure I will add a star or 2. What's a girl to do? Keep looking for new & exciting places to try their food.

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    4 years ago

    Food was clearly not freshly cooked and sitting for awhile. My visit was unpleasant overall.

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    9 years ago

    Delicious, generous portion Cuban sandwich. Reasonable prices. Tostones were tasty too!

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    7 years ago

    Great place and great food for under $10 a meal. Excellent Cuban sandwich. Love the Yuca! Breakfast is great too!

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    8 years ago

    Was pretty good! Pork was a little dry but overall great flavor! Amazing service and clean bathrooms!!

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    9 years ago

    Nice place to eat Latin dishes. The Cuban sandwiches are the best. The staff is friendly and sometimes even funny. Recommended.

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    9 years ago

    They make the best Cuban sandwiches and they can do other foods that can taste amazing and the place is amazing

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    8 years ago

    Really good service and really good food! (Clean bathrooms too). Definitely recommend this place.

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    11 years ago

    They had okay empanadas but the hot sauce was delicious. I got a fountain soda and it tasted very strange...

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    La Teresita Cafe

    La Teresita Cafe

    3.9(1.3k reviews)
    5.8 mi•West Tampa
    •$$

    **Quick, solid Cuban food right by the mall**…read more Heading to the mall and wanted something better than food court fare -- La Teresita was right down the street, so we popped in. Skipped the sit-down cafeteria side and grabbed the counter seating instead, which had a fun bar-style setup. Service was fast -- they got our water order in immediately, and we followed up with a large café con leche. Plenty of coffee for the price, though the red plastic cup was a letdown compared to a proper mug. Food came out in under five minutes, which is impressive for how good it was. I got the Milanesa -- a breaded steak in red sauce -- with yellow rice and black beans on the side, and it was excellent for the price. My wife had the Ropa Vieja with yucca and Moros rice, and it didn't disappoint: tender, soft beef with rich tomato sauce and just a hint of olive coming through. We also added a side of tostones with their garlic sauce, which were absolutely delicious. For a quick stop before the mall, this exceeded expectations -- great flavor, fast service, and solid prices. Would go back even without the mall as an excuse.

    My tummy is happy!…read more It's been a while since my last visit but oh boy itch scratched! One of the best and very reasonable Cuban food in the Tampa Bay Area. Ordered ropa vieja which isn't available on weekends but they checked with the kitchen and got it for me. Yucca and rice and beans to complement it. Cafe con leche is a must! It was a bustling weekend so we sat at countertop. Still plenty of seats. Good came out very quickly and servers were very accommodating even wi tv my broken Spanish lol

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    Columbia Cafe on the Tampa Riverwalk - The Famous Cuban Sandwich

    Columbia Cafe on the Tampa Riverwalk

    3.7(687 reviews)
    8.5 mi•Downtown Tampa
    •$$

    Drinks only review. Stopped here after Riverwalking over to History Museum, and decided that a…read moreproper mojito would make the museum visit even better. Sat at the outdoor bar, and received prompt service. My mojito was tall, well muddled (if Columbia Cafe can't get a mojito right, who can?) and had all the right components, just a bit too much ice. Offspring's strawberry daiquiri was also quite refreshing. We didn't realize there's an entire other bar and seating area (air conditioned!) up on the second floor museum level - the bar up there looks quite ornate and fits in with the museum-oriented atmosphere.

    So my wife and I came in around noon on June 25th for lunch. Food was very good but a couple issues…read morethat ruined my experience. My wife ordered the empanadas and the half 1905 salad and I ordered the half and half......half Cuban and half 1905 salad. My wife should have added 'bring them together' but she didn't and the server didn't bother to ask so the empanadas came out and everything else came out 15 minutes later. My wife had a cocktail and the bill was $60.20. Issues to fix: 1)I ordered a Coca Cola, $4.00 and in 92 degree weather it melts in 5 minutes. We were there for an hour and not one time did she ask if I'd like a refill. 2)When she made the 1905 table side she literally 'dropped' a handful of salad ON THE FLOOR between my wife's and my seat......she kind of chuckled, gave us our salads and walked away. She literally left the SALAD ON THE FLOOR THE ENTIRE MEAL! During the course of our meal probably 20 employees walked by and never bothered to pick it up. That in itself was the epitome of laziness and complete lack of respect to the customer. Our bill was $60.20 and I tipped $12 which normally I'm a 30% tipper and I could kick myself for giving her 20%. She deserved zero. I know I will never get a response from management but do you think I will ever come back? Nyet.

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    Columbia Cafe on the Tampa Riverwalk - Columbia Columbia's Original"1905" Salad with "Shrimp Al Ajillo"

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    Soul de Cuba Cafe - Strawberry Tres Leches Cake

    Soul de Cuba Cafe

    4.2(76 reviews)
    4.6 mi•Old Seminole Heights, Seminole Heights

    Indulged in some Cuban tonight since I'm in Florida and I was STOKED to find this quaint, cozy cafe…read morethat had such a warm and sleek vibe. Started off with their traditional Cuban sandwich (roast pork, ham, salami, swiss cheese) with bread from the oldest Cuban bread bakery. Each component was intentionally delicious and spoke to the quality of the ingredients. The dish I was most curious about however was their Tampa specialty called "Crab Chala" which consisted of a rich, spicy/tangy broth with crab meat served over pasta. This dish was uniquely tasty with its fusion of Cuban and Italian flavors. The owner of this place was great as he talked about the history of his food and the place itself so it gave the experience a personal touch. Definitely give this place a visit if you're ever in the area!

    First of all, I am so upset that I am just now finding this small piece of Heaven. I'm just going…read moreto come out and say it...Skip the Columbia Restaurant and come here!!! There, I said it. Jesus is THE best host! You will love the history on the walls and the stories they tell. Being there didn't feel like being at a restaurant, it was more like visiting family and breaking bread. The food will take you back to your childhood. When you see cubano sandwich in the dictionary, Soul de Cuba Cafe should be referenced. EVERY bit of food held the history and love that warms your heart as well as fills your tummy. Don't believe me, just go! We will drive from GA just to get food here. Yes, it's THAT good!

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    Ropa Vieja

    Sal Rosa - More than a restaurant, it's a vibe--a lively social hub where every visit is a celebration of flavor, connection, and good times

    Sal Rosa

    4.0(37 reviews)
    7.8 mi•Downtown Tampa

    I only came here for a drink before heading out for festivities but it was a solid experience at…read morethe bar that is located in the main hall of what was the old courthouse where Le Meridien now resides. Located on the second floor, accessible by the front entrance, the stairs from the lobby, or the elevators on adjacent sides, Sal Rosa comprises a coffee bar and ice cream parlor, a full restaurant, and a bar and lounge. They offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week if you aren't looking to leave the hotel property in downtown Tampa for a day or night. The dirty martinis are ok but I felt they could be dirtier, especially since I asked for extra -- for some reason, bartenders in more than one establishment tend to still be sparingly with the olive brine. But the service was attentive regardless.

    Excellent breakfast offered by the Le Meridien's restaurant. Great deal, I could not finish this…read moremassive stack of pancakes even though I tried. Everything was hot and tasty, coffees were delicious. I'm excited to see what other offerings they have here.

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    Sal Rosa - Sal Rosa offers Latin-American dishes, craft cocktails, 
and an exciting line-up of events and happenings.

    Sal Rosa offers Latin-American dishes, craft cocktails, and an exciting line-up of events and happenings.

    Sal Rosa - Located in the heart of downtown Tampa with an eclectic dining experience that combines classic Latin cuisine with a modern American twist

    Located in the heart of downtown Tampa with an eclectic dining experience that combines classic Latin cuisine with a modern American twist

    Sal Rosa - Where bold flavors meet Tampa's social heartbeat, 
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    Columbia Restaurant - Famous Salad

    Columbia Restaurant

    4.0(1.6k reviews)
    20.1 mi
    •$$

    Server was so sweet and great…read more The salad was honestly probably the best salad I have ever had. Loved the vibes on the deck. We had a great view of the water. Food was all great. Really loved the experience.

    The Columbia Restaurant in Sand Key Clearwater has pretty water views of the inter-coastal and…read morefeatures a vintage interior style blending old-world Spanish charm with relaxed coastal energy. You can watch boats cruise by while you eat. The best spots are on the open outdoor deck or at a table next to the large windows. Inside, the dining room is decorated in a Mediterranean style. It features colorful Spanish tiles, lush tropical plants, and authentic artwork. The famous historic 1905 salad originally created in 1905 was made table side by Tossing 4 cups of chopped iceberg lettuce, 1/2 cup julienned ham, 1/2 cup julienned Swiss cheese, 1 ripe chopped tomato, and 1/2 cup green Spanish olives. Top with Romano cheese, Worcestershire sauce, fresh lemon juice, and a tangy garlic dressing. The flavor is great and it's a nice light healthy option. 9/10 The Ropa Vieja was Originally introduced to Cuba by Spanish sailors. The name means "old clothes" because the choice beef is shredded, sautéed and simmered with onions, green peppers and tomatoes. Served with platanos and white rice. 9/10 The Shrimp Salteado came with Jumbo shrimp sautéed in exra-virgin olive oil, sliced Spanish onions, green peppers, fresh garlic, mushrooms, diced potatoes, chorizo and red wine. Served with yellow rice. 9/10 For dessert, the flan is one of the best I have ever tasted. The recipe dates to 1935 when the Columbia opened Tampa's first "Conditioned Air" dining room, the Don Quixote. Our grandmother and great-grand-mother, Carmen Hernandez, helped the Columbia gain national fame with her great recipes, especially her flan. Spanish caramel egg custard, prepared the old-fashioned way, using only the best natural ingredients. 9/10 Our server was friendly and informative and our food came out in a timely manner. If you're in the Sand Key or Clearwater area and craving some authentic Cuban food in a classy atmosphere with a nice view of the water, i highly l recommend visiting the Columbia Restaurant.

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    Interior of Restaurant

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    Columbia Restaurant - Main dining room at Columbia Sand Key.

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    Main dining room at Columbia Sand Key.

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