If you're looking for authentic Cuban flavor in Glendale, this spot is a must From the moment you walk in, the aroma alone lets you know you're in for something special. The Cuban sandwich is pressed perfectly, the pork is tender and full of flavor, and the rice and beans taste like they came straight from abuela's kitchen. Every dish is seasoned just right -- bold, comforting, and made with heart. Great portions, friendly service, and a true taste of Cuba right here in Arizona. Definitely coming back for more. read more

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We stopped in for a drink, but we will definitely be returning for a meal! The food looked and smelled amazing! Our drinks were refreshing! The ambiance and music brought such a fun vibe as it sits along Glendale Avenue, it's a perfect day spot while the weather is good! The people didn't stop coming either, while we sat for two hours enjoying our delicious cocktails the restaurant stayed busy! The owner who also was our bartender was kicking butt, not only behind the bar but also as he waited on tables and greeted all incoming customers. We will definitely return and again I am so happy for our Latino owned establishments in my hometown of Glendale! read more

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Felt like home. Great food. Will definitely be back! Coffee was amazing. Service was fast. Music was top notch! read more

Cubanitas Kitchen - It was this good Costillas - Cuban Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

Cubanitas Kitchen is the kind of restaurant that makes you feel proud to support local. From the moment you step inside, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming and every detail feels intentional. The food is outstanding. The lechón was tender and seasoned with so much flavor it practically melted in my mouth. The empanadas were golden, crisp, and filled generously. The sweet plantains had that perfect caramelized sweetness that balanced the savory dishes beautifully. Francis took the experience even higher with great customer service and a Mojito that was easily one of the best I have ever had. Refreshing, minty, and exactly what you want with a meal like this. Angel, the host and owner, was attentive to every guest and made me feel like family. He offered thoughtful recommendations and also shared the inspiring story of how he and his wife started with a food truck and worked their way to building this restaurant. Hearing their journey adds a whole new layer of meaning to the meal. You are not just eating delicious food, you are supporting a dream that was built with passion, hard work, and love. Cubanitas Kitchen is more than a place to grab a bite. It is an experience that blends authentic Cuban flavors with genuine hospitality and an inspiring story. If you want a meal that leaves you both full and inspired, this is the place to go. read more

Cubanitas Kitchen - Cuban Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

A few weeks ago we celebrated one year of moving my family from Florida back to AZ and when we were in Florida we went to a place called Babbalos. It was delicious and being in a hub for Cuban food it was amazing. I was told about cubanitas from a coworker and decided this had to be the place to celebrate. Glad oh so glad we did. Delicious drinks sides, sandwiches and plates. Came on a Sunday around 6pm and was seated outside. Ordered some appetizers and drinks that we all really enjoyed. I absolutely ordered the Cuban sandwich to compare and it was superb and all others in my party loved their food as well. Full of flavor with a wonderful staff in just a nice little spot that felt like we were back in Florida but I'm sure for others more like little Cuba Don't pass by this spot it's loud and fun just sitting and they make it an unforgettable experience with delicious food and drink read more

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Came here on a Wednesday night and it was 2 hrs to close time but the place was packed. They have a full bar and outside seating but because the bar had an open concept inside was a little bit on the warm side. Server was super nice and they didn't skimp out on the portions. I ordered the pollo potaje plate which comes with white rice and red bean stew, it was full of flavor. My roommate ordered the bistec de Res which comes with Cuban rice and side salad, he devour the whole plate. Guava and beef empanadas were killer and the coco flan was decadent. I wasn't a fan of the tostones, it was on the dry side and needed a dipping sauce or something. There's so many side dishes I want to try, can't wait to go back and I recommend this place to anybody that's a foodie. read more

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Beautiful little Cuban restaurant tucked in historic downtown Glendale with amazing service and ambience! We stopped by for a quick drink to cool down after a hot day outside exploring the historic downtown area! My partner was missing home and he's from Florida and he said that this place gave him what he was missing in regard to the space and the wonderful plantain appetizers we got! The sweet ones were great and the crispy salty ones were just as yummy! Drinks were great and you can't beat that happy hour time either. We'll be back for more and their salsa nights and definitely recommend to others! read more

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This reminded me of Cuban restaurants back in Miami- which are the absolute best! The entire decor and vibe is spot on. The food was good. The service was friendly and prompt. As far as I can tell they only serve the black beans mixed with rice. I wish they had an option to order them separately as that is my preference. Overall, this satisfied my craving for Cuban food and I will be back! read more

Cubanitas Kitchen - Cuban Sandwich Cubano - Cuban Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

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I stumbled upon Cubanitas Kitchen one random Saturday in September while my boyfriend was off browsing a comic book store--and what a happy accident that turned out to be! I struck up a conversation with a friendly gentleman at the bar, who I later found out was the owner himself. Though we were too full to eat that first time, we've since made up for it--returning three times and falling completely in love with this place. The food is OUT OF CONTROL good! The Ropa Vieja is a masterpiece--rich, flavorful, and perfectly tender. The Tostones Rellenos are absolute must-tries (especially the chorizo!), and if you stop by on the weekend, do yourself a favor and order the Ajiaco soup--it's bursting with authentic flavor and warmth. The service is exceptional, the owner's passion shines through, and the entire experience feels like a labor of love. This is hands down THE SPOT for incredible Cuban food in Glendale. Don't walk--run to Cubanitas Kitchen. You won't regret it! read more

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We planned on visiting Cubanitas Kitchen during our trip to Glendale in early March. We started with croquettes and mariquitas. They were good. We ordered our meals and it seemed it took forever! The waitress informed us that they gave another table our food. Not sure how the other table ordered the exact same food. At that point I was ready to leave and cut our loses as we had probably waited 40 minutes and they had to put in our order again in the kitchen. However, we made a bad decision and stayed for the food. We got a Cuban sandwich and Pollo a La Plancha. We only ate 1/2 of the Cuban sandwich as it was so so. Potbelly Sandwich Works makes a better Cuban. Much to our surprise, they used a chicken thigh for the Pollo a La Plancha. We lived in Miami for several years and ate Cuban food on a regular basis. Never were we ever served chicken thigh for Pollo a La Plancha. This should be a grilled chicken breast steak, not a chicken thigh. Needless to say, we didn't eat it, paid our bill and left. Not a good experience at all and subpar food. Save your time and money. Better to hit the authentic Cuban restaurants when in South Florida. read more

We just visited Cubanitas new location on Glendale Ave. and it did not disappoint. I have had food in Floridas Little Havana and this place would fit right in (very authentic). The Cuban sandwich is the bomb and the highlight of the meal. The stuffed potato is a must try and the steak platter was solid. My only recommendation would be to change the fries to crinkle cut instead of shoestring. The atmosphere is lively and our server was great. Even the draft beers are huge and cold. Overall I highly recommend you go out of your way to try Cubanitas. You will not be sorry! David "FIMP" B Food Is My Passion read more

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10 out of 10 would recommend, if you're looking for a homemade meal, I haven't had authentic Cuban food in a while. This is the place for you! Great price is great customer service amazing authentic smells. I cannot believe this is walking distance from influence Studios and the Glendale Civic Center. It's such a beautiful restaurant, and so clean, tons of choices for drinks and food options! read more

Cubanitas Kitchen - Ropa Vieja Plato Fuerte - Cuban Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

Of course I had to try the cubano sandwich. It was excellent. Good size sandwich with side of rice. Delicious. There were lots of other dishes I wanted to try. I'll definitely will be going back. read more

We went in on a Sunday late afternoon. The place has a nice covered patio, large bar and seating inside. It's clean and bright. We sat at the bar and ordered Mojitos, empanadas and cubanos. The bartender was not rude, but not friendly or welcoming. His service overall was good but he Barely spoke a word. The food was not good. First the meat in the empanadas tasted like taco meat seasoned with a storw bought taco seasoning packet and the dough tasted like it was from canned biscuits. The pork in the cubano was really dry and tasted old. The pickles tasted like cheap, pickles from a jar. Little to no mustard but the bread was fresh. Best and only part of our meals we like were the fries. They were delicious, fresh and fried perfectly. The mojito tasted good but was weak. Not the best, not the worst I've had but I make a better mojito. All the workers lacked enthusiasm and when delivering our food, just put the food down and walked away. This place was a huge disappointment but I'm not sure if was off night for them. I'm not sure yet if I'll give it another try or not. read more

Cubanitas Kitchen - Cubano. Pork was dry and tasted old, pickles were limp and flavorless, and mustard barely able to detect. - Cuban Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

I LOVED this place! Let me tell you!! It was incredible! Great good!! Great drinks! Really fun and lively atmosphere! Great vibes! We went on a Saturday when all the Low Riders were out in Glendale. It was amazing! We will definitely be back. OH! Yeah, the owners are AWESOME! Come support this locally owned business with incredible people at the helm! You won't regret it! I'll see you there! read more

Cubanitas Kitchen - Cuban Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

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Whoa! I found the taste of Miami right here in Phoenix. We had the coquette with potato and beef that was light and fluffy and the beef lightly seasoned. The yucca was incredibly crisp and the insides were fluffy. the plantains were not overly sweet but very pleasant. The cubano sandwich was plentiful with moist ham and the bread was delicious. The staff was efficient and very friendly. They helped with questions of all things Cuban. This is a very small establishment and few tables. Also, there is no bathroom facilities. Parking is plentiful. Next time we will take it to go and enjoy a nearby park. This place is GREAT! Oh, and try the flan. Totally smooth with no air bubbles. read more

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There's just less than a handful of traditional, really good, delectable, and authentic Cuban Restaurants in the Valley, plus a few wannabe or extreme fusion composites and I must say hands down, Cubanitas Kitchen is our top of the wrung, top of the hill, A Numero uno Cuban eatery. Take it from a Cuban American who is constantly on the prowl for great, traditional and homemade Cubano throughout the state if Arizona! From Miami, FL, to New York, NY, to Chicago, IL to Portland, OR and Phoenix, I've chased Cuban Cuisine everywhere! In the words of Guy Fieri "this is the real deal"! My wife and I recently visited again and went whole hog (pardon the pun) with such traditional Cuban Cuisine as Puerco Asado, Bistec de Cerdo with Congri, ensalada along with Yuca con Mojo, Platanos Maduros Fritos, a side of Yuca Frita, Empanadas de Guayaba and de Picadillo (Guava and Minced Meat pastries), along with Cuban Sandwiches to go! We also splurged on a can of Materva, one of Jupiña and I had a traditional yummy Batido de Mamay! I had the privilege of being there when an off-menu special was added - a long standing, underrated, little-known and little-appreciated childhood fave dish my grandmother used to make called Ajiaco! This relaxed, Caribbean comfort food incorporates jerked beef (salted meat), pork, bacon, corn, yam, plantains, cassava, sweet potato, pumpkin, onion, garlic, lemons, Cuban creole sauce and lard, into one of the most fascinating stews on earth! despite stuffing ourselves and taking home a bunch of leftovers, we never did get to try their vast assortment of culinary delicacies on the menu such as: Ropa Vieja; Puerco Asado; Pollo a la Plancha; Pan con Bistec; Pan con Croqueta; Pan con Lechon; Tostones; Papa Rellena; Croquetas de Jamon; Yuca Frita; Chicharritas; Tostones Rellenos; Cortaditos; Café Cubano; Flan Regular, Guayaba o Coco; Batidos de Mango, Guayaba, or Malteada. With only one exception to my 5-start rating is their Cubano - yes, there is no Cuban Bread available in the area, and that's forgivable. But their traditional take on the sammich lacks in depth of mojo and length of marinade time, has a lackluster swiss cheese and the omission of mustard - is sacrilege! Yet co-owners Lennis Montero, Angel Renteria and Keeon Pullen should be commended going from food truck to brick and mortar to a new location in such a short period of time! And Lennis' fantastic cooking, Chef and ability to translate from her heart and soul the true, traditional, delish and homey Cuban fare to the Valley. You guys are a much-needed boon to our community, along with showing just how fabulous really good, tasty and hearty real Cuban food is. Buen provecho ya'll! read more

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First time trying this place. My husband and I went in during lunch. Service was good. Cute set up. We both ordered sandwiches, chicken sandwich was ok, not very much chicken, thinly sliced thigh with lettuce and 2 tomato slices. My Cuban sandwich was also very thinly sliced pork and ham. Fries were bland. Not hardy sandwiches at all. Mojitos were ok. We like a little punch to our drinks especially for the price. For lunch is was about $55 not including tip and tax. I know, restaurant prices are up so much would expect a little more though. read more

Ok, felt like trying something different today, I went with espagueti con queso and yuca frita, espagueti was delicious, the yuca is definitely a first for me and at first I wasn't sure but it's very delicious. I'll definitely be trying other dishes late from here. read more

Everything about this place is Amazing! They explain the menu if needed, the Food is phenomenal and the service also. Be hungry lots of food for the Price. Great vibe will be back for sure. read more

Cubanitas Kitchen - Cuban Sandwich - Cuban Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

Perfectly located, big parking lot, great food, excellent service. The place has a great vibe with good music and good people. Recommend 100% read more

Cubanitas Kitchen - Cuban Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

My co-workers and I visited this place on a work trip. Food was sooooo delicious! The Cafe BomBom is still on my mind. I ordered the Bistek De Res and it was the BEST meal I had in Arizona. Service was special because the owner was the one who helped us. He told us about the origins of Cubanitas Kitchen. My experience was extra special because I realize the love and sweat and hard hard work that went into this place. Ambiance was chill. We got a table just in time. There were 8 of us, so we had to wait for a table to open up. Space and seating are limited, but it's worth the wait!!! If you can, try to eat there. Take out will be just as delicious, but my bistek was fresh off the grill and my cafe just dripped. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!! read more

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This place is fantastic! Tons of really great options for everyone. I loved the empanadas and the ribs the most. The owners are also amazing people. They now have a full bar and it is a fun environment with the Cuban music! read more

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Great food and awesome service. We had the Cuban sandwich. Very chill atmosphere. The fried plantains were yummy

The food here is amazing. Authentic Cuban and so flavorful. The service was great and the seating outside is great for people watching.

The food was good although the Cuban restaurants in Florida had much more diverse menu options. Having lived in South Florida for many years I talked to the owner who was from Cuba and lived in South Florida and told him that we were pleased with the food and service with suggestions for adding a few of my favorites to the menu such as Vaca Frita, Steak Melanesia and Steak Artisano. Also loved the ham coquettes that were on the menu. We enjoyed our dinner and will definitely be back again. If you like Cuban food I would recommend that you try Cubanitas Kitchen is a great small restaurant tucked away in charming old town Glendale. read more

What I like about this place is their relatively small menu which means they can just focus on making good food rather than making a large variety of mediocre food. I tried out their steak sandwich and mango milkshake. The mango milkshake was quite delicious. Although the steak sandwich was pretty big, there was way more bread than actual ingredients. Wish there was less bread and more steak, lettuce, and tomatoes. The fries were also of above average quality. Service was friendly throughout. It's a nice mom 'n pop shop for sure. read more

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Authentic Cuban cuisine highly recommend this awesome place! Love the customers service

Sandwich with a slice of ham ! Really? Sandwich was ok, service bad. Unless your Cuban save your money! Ambiance nice, owner nice. If the servers at least said hello that would be great but I definitely got the vibe not wanted there. Too bad !! read more

The environment was fun. The staff really friendly and engaging but not intrusive. Great authentic eats.

Fue mi primera vez comiendo comida Cubana. Los empleados son amables y la comida estuvo muy rica. Volveré para apoyar a este restaurante local. read more

Cubanitas Kitchen - Cuban Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

I haven't been to Cubanitas Kitchen since April. This time around I brought two of my friends with me. I was a little confused when I walked into the new restaurant. I was greeted by the owner Angel and he told me they had moved a little over a month ago. The "new " restaurant is bigger, more modern , and has beautiful bar as you walk through the seating area. We were taken care by our waiter Francis. What a great guy. Besides taking care of our food needs, he gave of a history lesson about Cuba. We all had the Sandwich Cubano with french fries. A slab of roast pork, ham and swiss cheese with pickles and mustard. Empenada de Picadillo/Ground Beef Empenada. An order of Maduro Frito/Sweet Plantain. The meal was great. The fries are a little dry for my palet but loved everything else. I have to make my appearance a little more frequent to Cubanitas Kitchen. read more

The Food is Fantastic & Authentic ! The staff is professional & efficient. The location sits well in downtown Glendale. A Truly Wonderful dining experience. read more

First time trying Cuban food...everything was delicious! Definitely give this place a try!!

Omg this was such a cute small restaurant! The color and painting on the wall was so welcoming. And the food was pretty authentic! I'm from Tampa, FL and the cuban cigars and food are very popular there and this restaurant really hit the spot and reminds me of that-Tampa-feeling. The food was so delicious that my partner and I completely finished our plates, and we still talk about these dishes that I posted below. And forsure you know that there food is fresh because they will cook it right in the front where you order your food. I definitely recommend everyone to check out this little hole in the wall. Lastly get their guava shake too that was amazing!!! read more

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Yep. Still the best Cuban food in AZ! New location that is much bigger and gives that Cuban party vibe! Food excellent still and they have alcohol now too. Right in downtown Glendale. read more

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We love supporting this family owned and operated businesses! The food is always delicious, you can tell they cook form the heart. The service is like no other, so friendly and makes guests feel like they're home. Love the new space and location with the outdoor area to people watch! Highly recommend! The cocktails were delicious! read more

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Cubanitas has been on my radar for a while. I've becoming increasingly more curious to try as it continues to receive recognition. I've never been to Cuba but its authenticness is obvious. I ordered a light bite- ground beef empanada over the guava empanada. I'm not a fried food guy and was a little turned off by the greasiness but the seasoned ground beef inside was delicious. I'd be curious to try other menu items. read more

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Decided to go to Cubanitas on whim and wanting something new. The space isn't big for a large party but you can make work depending on your group. Definitely best decision that day! The customer service was outstanding! Even though you order and sit, we were checked on multiple times while sitting and enjoying the food. The food was SOOOOO flavorful! The rice was nice and moist and the beef was cooked to perfection! Not pictured was a sauce which consisted of onion, garlic, and lemon juice I think. The best way to top off this delicious meal was to order one of their milkshakes! Since I had my littles with me, I had the excuse of ordering two different flavors. We enjoyed both the strawberry and mango milkshakes.... Seriously the best milkshakes I've ever had! My only con would be there isn't a restroom for customers to use so plan accordingly. I was planning my next visit while still enjoying the first visit! read more

Cubanitas Kitchen - Ropa Vieja - Cuban Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

I had really high expectations after readings reviews, Only to be highly Disappointed, I was born in Miami, Raised in Puerto Rico,So you can say I know a Little about Flavors, I had the Puerco ( Pork) Asado plate with congri and I had Yuca on the side with mojo, The Pork was super dry like 2 days before left overs and the Yuca to be honest I don't know what that was?? there's nothing Traditional or even AUTHENTIC about this food, My Wife had the Bistec de Cerdo with congri as well, That was a little better Tasting, But not to ever go back, Service was ok, She took my plate off the bill because I hardly ate, Atmosphere was decent nothing to be excited about. In closing I know I live in Arizona now, And not Florida so the flavors aren't going to be there, Or not even close to the Caribbean islands, But don't call it Authentic or even Traditional, It's an embarrassment to our culture. read more