Don't let the drab exterior fool you--there is deliciousness inside. The decor and dining area isn't much, but you don't come here for that. The place is spotless clean. The counter staff are sweet and patient while you try to figure out what you want when it's really one of everything. The food, incredibly good and fresh and perfectly seasoned. And the prices are very reasonable. We need more places like this in the world. read more

Had the Regular Almuerzo which is a lot like Piccadillo and it was excellent. Wife had the Cuban sandwich which was overpowered with the Spanish pork. Bread was nice a crispy but not Tampa based. Would do it again when in the area. read more

Coming from Queens, NY where this type of food could be found anywhere.. I was itching for Spanish food for some time and I found it here and it was only 20 mins away from where I live. The food was Great tasting and reasonably priced. I had the pernil con arroz blanco y habichuelas con maduro.. It was just what I needed. I'd definitely recommend checking out this hidden gem of Clermont if you're looking for authentic Spanish food. read more

El Cerro - Pernil con arroz blanco y habichuelas con maduro. - Spanish Near Me - Clermont, Florida

Came here on a suggestion. I was disappointed they didn't have a media noche on their menu but the Cuban sandwich was very good. The portions they give are huge. I got sides of plantains and mofongo and both were delicious. The only real downside was this place was busy. It was after the typical lunch hour and it was still busy in there. I guess that's a good sign though that the place is doing well. Either way I have a new favorite cuban place for Clermont. read more

Love this place. Is always crowded but food is great. Not a lot of options for drinks. Staff is always in a rush but they try their best to be nice. I eat here often. Is very clean and the food is not salty like many other hispanic restaurants!! read more

Very delicious food. Always hot and ready. Even the special orders are well worth the wait. Staff is friendly. I alway recomend to friend and family. read more

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The black beans were not legit Cuban black beans. I think if places claim to say "Cuban/puerto Rican" recipes should always remain authentic. These were canned beans with the minimal seasoning. Definitely not Cuban recipe. Very disappointed read more

It used to be a 4 star place with huge portions but they cut down on that so they only get three stars. I thought the container had shrunk when they gave me my food...and it had!!!! The food is good, but nothing special. I go there for a very good lunch and the staff there are very nice. Give it a try for lunch sometime! read more

Went for 11am brunch & the food was delicious. Had sandwich (pernil) and wife had cubano. Fresh, hot and well seasoned. Parking is limited if busy. read more

Thank god my cousin brought me here for my last day of vacation in Florida! This place is a gem! The girls at the counter were very nice and the owner was so friendly! I told him I wanted to try everything and we got two,huge plates of food! He even brought out a plate of pernil for us to try! The prices are amazing! I spent $29 on. Ribs, 2 heaping servings of rice, chicharron chicken, beans, papa relleno, and even took a Cuban sandwich to go! I cannot wait to visit family again so I can come here! read more

If your looking for some real Spanish food this is the place. It tastes just like mamas cooking which is great for when I'm missing home cooked meals. 10/10! read more

Great service. I go there all the time . The best Latin food for all different taste buds!

Best Spanish food in Lake county. Just like mom cooking. Fried pork out of this world.

Got the breaded shrimp with my huge side of their amazing rice and a mango smoothie. Shrimp was amazing and was placed on top of a salad so I left that place stuffed and with left overs due to the portions. I think about this place daily and I am continuously making plans to come back and get more. read more

Best Hispanic restaurant in Clermont. The food is always flavorful and cooked to perfection. The servers are very sweet and aren't stingy with the servings. Their price point is very affordable. read more

I love their food, the staff is always so pleasant and helpful. The portions are great and it's reasonably priced. My favorite is the pernil (shredded pork) which is seasoned to perfection and any of their sandwiches. The line moves quickly but if you're ordering something a la carte I would recommend that you call it in ahead of time because the kitchen is always busy and might take a minute. I have not ordered from their catering but a couple of friends have and they have been wonderful. I'm so grateful to have them in town because it's not easy to find Latin food around Clermont. read more

I give it 4 stars because for the money you are going to get an excellent Puerto Rican Dish with all the trimmings. The place is a hole in the wall and the service is cafeteria style. However, for the money you are not going to find a better place. In addition , they serve alcohol which is reasonably priced for a restaurant. I was able to feed four people for about 20 bucks. You can't do that even at McDonald's. read more

Amazing food, a taste from home. Friendly service, fair prices for super large portions. The flan and the tres leches are so yummy. I've tried many items on their menu, but the pernil always gets me. I've been eating from here for years. You won't be dissapointed read more

Mofungo is very good. Just add some sauce on top. Lunches also hit the spot. Pork w plantains & rice & beans my fav. But, don't miss the Cuban sandwich. read more

Great place to get a real plate of food. Specially if you don't have time to cook and don't eat junk food. Well seasoned and clean. Coffee is superb! Good service. read more

everything was good it was cheap and great. I would bring the fam bam it's really good the ribs were very very very good

Did not know what to expect, not fancy but homey and comfortable. My husband and I stopped for lunch and it was busy. I asked the lady in line ahead of me what she was having, (because it looked delicious)! She had chicken with rice and beans with fried plantains, I turned to the young lady at the counter and ordered "what she's having!" I got a fried/baked chicken leg and thigh, a huge scoop of yellow rice (choice of brown, yellow or white), doused with black beans (choice of black or white beans). They had an extensive menu, but the food everyone else was eating was good for me! The fried plantains were new to me and sweet enough for a dessert!! read more

No longer a whole in the wall! They've changed locations and now offer seating for dine in and counters.

Great spot to frequent if you are in the UCF/Orlando area. Simple, Great hispanic good, and cheap. Chicken, rice, beans, yucca, chicarrones yum! Grab their sauces on the side while you wait for your food. You won't be sorry. read more

Me and the wife decided to have some Spanish food on Saturday. I decided to go by to see what was already made and do take out. When I walked in to the place I was surprise to find that they built a wall to divide the dinning area and where you order. There were to many people in line to order. No way of social distancing. Some of the people had not mask on. I understand some people will never get that a mask need to be used but I feel the restaurant also need to be more responsible. This is one location I will never visit again. read more

Love this tiny little place. Only complaint is they often run out of the pork before i get there :-\

I never had Spanish food before so I decided to switch things up and try it for the first time. I have to say it was pretty darn good. Service was good she explain what everything is without being annoyed which is good. Will go back. read more

Perfect food all the time. Great customer service. Great place to visit. A must visit place in Clermont

Great latin food at great value not to mention the friendly family service. Highly recommend it.

Friendly and local atmosphere! The food is made fresh in the back and is as authentic as it gets in Los Ustados Unidos! If you like Spanish food, you have to try this! Dinner plates, sandwiches, and breakfast! Yum! read more

Decent selection of food and you can't beat the price for the amount of food you get with the lunch specials

Let me start off by saying I'm very critical when it comes to Latin food cause this is the food I know and cook. El Cerro definitely did not disappoint. The portions are huge, price is right and flavor is on point. Food took a little while but so worth it. I have the mofongo with carne encebollada and maduros...of course. Que delicioso! read more

Love this place!! The best pernil (besides mine) and arroz con gandules...oh and yummy maduros...

Authentic Hispanic food not Spanish unless is from Spain, decent quantities and super friendly staff (bilingual),clean not spotless...Cant go wrong with the Mofongo and carne frita (fried pork) as well with the yuca.You can't beat the prices and flavor... read more

Love it. Love the service, the food, the girls serving the food are so sweet. They go above and beyond to make you feel like you are at home there. Super amazing fried fish. The rice is always perfect. The Steak a la parilla is so flavorful. The empanadas, tostones, croquettas, ALL GOOD. Everything is great and they CATER! And seriously a good deal. read more

Friendly people who try hard to get you what you want. I love the chicharrones! Many of the staff speak Spanish only.

We've just come from Miami where we ate fabulous Cuban food and their selection and quality was as good as the best we ate in Miami. I had the ropa vieja, yellow rice and plantains. My husband had pork ribs and chicharrone which he said were awesome. The food is all prepared and behind the counter so you can see your options and pick what looks good to you. The setting is casual and the prices are reasonable. If you like Latin food you won't be disappointed. read more

I ordered chicken sautéed with onions, rice and beans, maduros, and a side of mofongo. My friend ordered pork carnitas, rice and beans, maduros, and mofongo. Despite the wait, because this ended up being made "to order", the food was delicious and generous portions. I even took some leftover home. Worth the drive for me... 40 minutes. Loved it! read more

We have been eating here for years, started at the corner of East Ave. It is the best, they catered my daughters wedding several years ago. Absolutely wonderful! read more

The pork ribs are addictive. Don't tell my cardiologist :) super fast, fresh food and it's very inexpensive. This is a great spot to enjoy a mid day food coma. read more