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    El Cubano

    4.5 (578 reviews)
    ModerateCuban
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Intimate
    Good for kids

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    Sangria and Empanadas (3 pcs)
    Travis W.

    Amazing, authentic and tasteful experience here at El Cubano. From the minute you open the door you're greeted with beautiful smiles and very welcoming ambiance. I started off with the empanadas and sangria. Both the chicken and beef empanadas were delicious. Watch out for that sangria because the effects really does sneak up on you. I ordered the oxtail stew with white rice and plantains and a side of moros y cristianos. All I can say is wow! Everything thing was great. Compliments to chef for the flavorful sauce, tender oxtails and sweet plantains. Certainly when in the Valencia area I'll be looking for a El Cubano return.

    John C.

    Drop in for some Comer De Cuba and it was ALL delicious! Very nice staff attentive and knowledgeable on the dishes. The art in restaurant was excellent. I will be back and endorse this place!

    Oxtail Stew - Rabo Encendido
    Mina M.

    First time trying Cuban food in general. But let's just say that the place or the service is the reason for the 3 stars. I'd give that 5 starts if i can. i ordered the empanadas (2 beef,1Chicken) Those were very tasty and good. Highly recommend trying them out, especially with the green sauce. (The beef tasted way better than the chicken). Now for the entrees, I'm really not sure what all the hype is about the Oxtail Stew. It's really not worth all that hype. It was very, very bland, IMO. It was definitely not worth it. It comes with 3 sides btw: Yellow rice, Beans, and plantains We also got the garlic-roasted chicken, Now all i can say about that. That it was chicken lol. There's not much to it, Just like any other regular chicken I've had. Nothing special about it. Also, Comes with the same 3 sides. Don't get me wrong again. The place is great. Very clean, very maintained and really friendly staff. That is helping you all the time. It was just the food, I did not feel it. Hate to say that I left disappointed. Not sure if I'll be back here again, Or maybe i will but i'll try to order something different.

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    Mary B.

    Still cool spot. Stepped their game up a bit. 1. Oxtails are flavorful and a good portion just wish the sauce was a little more tomato based. 2. The Yuka Rellenas I would drive from far for. Best I've ever had!!!! 3. Salad is huge and hearty. 4. Black beans were soupy and not flavorful 5. Rice wasn't fluffy and flavorful like I recalled 6. You only get a few plantains so if you want a lot order a side. Will be back if only for the Yuka Rellenas!

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    Food is delicious and service was fantastic! I highly recommend the empanadas and the vaca frita!

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    Absolutely delicious. The service was pretty fast. Great ambiance, very cozy. I'd recommend getting the Ropa vieja, or the empanadas

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    Hidden charges. Portions are small. Tastes flavorless. Not recommended. Not retuning.

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    6 months ago

    Food and service was amazing! Will definitely be back. Restaurant was clean. Service was fast.

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    Authentic cuban deliciously served with pride and happy friendly attitude! Highly recommend!

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    I highly recommend El Cubano. Everything is delicious and great customer service. Thank you!

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    Ask the Community - El Cubano

    How are the oxtails?

    I've ordered the oxtails from El Cubano at least 10 times maybe even more. The last time, however I found the oxtail flavor to be a little off to what I remember.

    Is there drive thru?

    No drive thru. It is a sit-down restaurant.

    What are your hours on Monday?

    11:00 AM to 8:00pm

    Do they have outdoor seating?

    Yes

    Does this place have days with live music?

    No outdoor seating for now

    Beer wine? Do they sell this stuff?

    The last time I was there, about a week ago, they had not received their liquor license yet!

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