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Cuban Island Cafe

4.4 (252 reviews)
Closed • 10:30 am - 8:30 pm
Updated 2 weeks ago

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Jerk chicken lunch
Amber P.

Great for lunch! It was fast, fresh food with big flavors! I got the jerk special for lunch. We were in and out pretty fast. Great price point.

Bill A.

The excellent smell hit us as soon as we walked in. Started with the Pomegranate Patron Margarita and ordered the Churrasco Steak for the main course. The margarita was really good. Most of us ordered the churrasco steak, we asked if it could be cooked medium. The steak was good but it was all cooked well done. I would say it was still moist with a good char. The shrimp was cooked fine but did not have any char and relied on the flavor of the steak otherwise the shrimp would have been bland. I ordered the fired sweet plantains and congri rice. Those were the stars of the day. The plantains were perfectly charred and had the good classic flavor. The congri rice was outstanding. It was black rice with black beans, soo good. The service was fast and super friendly. Joseph was our server for a big party and he did a phenomenal job. Good meal, would recommend it.

Beef Empanadas
Kelly N.

We stopped by for lunch, and I'm glad we did! It was bigger than expected when we got inside. They were pretty busy, but there wasn't a wait for a table. The service was fast, and we got our food pretty quick too. Their ground beef empanadas came out hot, beautifully fried and the meat wasn't dried out like some places I've had. It was flavorful and filling. Definitely recommend getting some to start with or as a plate (with rice and beans) if you aren't super hungry. The curry chicken was creamy, and while jerk chicken was listed as being spicy, it most definitely wasn't. Between them both, I found curry chicken to be more enjoyable since the chicken wasn't as dry and tastier. The rice, beans, yuca, sweet plantains, and tostones were all good. I usually prefer black beans, but their red beans tasted better in my opinion. All of their sandwich options seem solid, and if I lived nearby, I would absolutely try each one. The pan con bistec was filling, adding fries is not necessary, but I like fries in general, so I found it worth it. The bread used for sandwiches is also given at the beginning with a green sauce to eat it with. I believe one is spicier than the other though the flavor overall is mostly the same. Not that any of the food needed additional flavor, it was nice to have when I want one bite to taste a little extra. My biggest regret: not buying a bottle of their Francesca sauce (green sauce). It added a nice citrusy, salty flavor and brought a bit of spice to the food. It's a very versatile sauce. I will be back for it and their empanadas.

Almost 12 dollars for 2 croquettes on a hot dog bun and a slice of ham. No cheese on one half. Quality of this place has fallen off the map. Cuban?! Really skimping pickles now?!

Half Cubano with yellow rice, red beans & hot green sauce!
Damien F.

It has been a long time since I have come here for a Cubano sandwich. I remember them being very good, but I forgot just how good they actually are! I ordered a half cubano with yellow rice & red beans for lunch. I called it in and they had it ready in about 10 mins. I will say the prices on the menu that I looked at on Yelp is no longer accurate, but that is not the restaurants fault. It said a half cubano with rice and beans was $7.99 and I thought that was an amazing deal! Well, as it turns out that menu is VERY outdated. This lunch was about $12, but worth every single penny. I opened up my to-go container and thought I will definitely eat all of the sandwich, but I'll probably stop short on the rice and beans because it was a decent amount of food and I didn't want to be too full. I was soooo wrong, I just kept eating the rice and beans until they were gone. Very delicious and very full of flavor. The "hot" green sauce is phenomenal! I ended up putting some of that on top of my rice. I would put this sauce on just about anything. The sandwich was perfect, the pork was juicy and tender, the ham and the pickles were present in each bite and the bread was exactly what Cuban bread should be for this sandwich. I'll be back for sure!

Cuban fries
David W.

Great friendly restaurant. Awesome waiters and owner, awesome food, what else can you ask for? Ordered the curry chicken, pork lunch special, empanadas, fries, everything was cooked well, seasoned well, tender and delicious. We will definitely be back when we visit the area again!

Cuban sandwich with amazing sauce!
Vanni T.

Like, what kind of devil's nectar is that green sauce that came with my Cuban sandwich? It was OUT OF THIS WORLD! I know it definitely has peppers because that thing came with some HEAT, and is either mayo or oil based, but what else? Amazing sauce aside, the sandwich came out incredibly fast despite it being during the lunch rush. Can't wait to try other items on my next visit! 。^‿^。

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The atmosphere was good, the service and the food were all "Top Shelf" quality!!! We will definitely be back. This made twice and they do not disappoint :) http://cubanislandcafe.com/tablet/index.html

Rose D.

Amazing, filling and thankful for a authentic place like this here. The Rojo vieja was delicious! The tostones were good, missing a dipping sauce with it, but very good. Service was good, comfortable place to enjoy some good drinks. The tres leches was so good.

Devaneé T.

Food was amazing! Very flavorful! Clean inside. Fast and friendly service. If you're ever in the area definitely stop by!

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Always amazing food and attentive wait staff. Great for a big lunch or a casual dinner.

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5 months ago

Food is amazing, coming from Miami, it seems to be difficult to find authentic Cuban food, you will not be disappointed....

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The was wonderful. The service was fast and friendly. The restaurant was clean and pleasant. Worthy of a visit

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2 years ago

Great service absolutely delicious can't wait to go back. Bask in the ambiance and Enjoy the Cuban Culture.

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2 years ago

The food at this restaurant is always great! We have eaten here many times, and I could come back day after day.

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3 years ago

Always great to visit for the Jerk Chicken and Congri Rice!! That place is the best and the owners really love their customers.

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Delicious and authentic. Croquettes were good. The service was great and the place was packed for lunch.

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3 years ago

I've have visited here several times and they never disappoint. The food is simply fabulous and the staff has been delightful.

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3 years ago

Great menu. Great service. I've have multiple menu items multiple times. The congri rice is wonderful.

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3 years ago

Only Cuban place in town, but the food is authentic. Drinks and service are good. The ambiance is casual and relaxing

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