The food was good sandwiches are massive and definitely meant to be shared. The bread is baked…read morefresh here so that really makes a difference. It was quite empty for a Saturday at noon lunchtime but food was fresh to order. The prices are a bit expensive as the steak sandwich my Husband ordered was 27.00 dollars and the Cuban was 18.00 both came with a small amount of fries but the sandwich is huge.

Best and only cuban coffee in town. A must try. Better coffee than all the shops around and ca t…read morebeat the price.

Overall, a great hidden gem in a small shopping center attached to an Amoco gas station. It is kind…read moreof strange and sad to see the gas station and the liquor store both closed and boarded up, but here is open with a friendly staff and great food. I would definitely recommend here.

First it's hard to see that this place is open it's by a gas station so it's easy to miss. Almost…read moreseems part of the gas station which looks closed down. There are flags that say food and ice cream. Seems like they sell alot of ice cream and smoothies Probably to the kids from The schools nearby. They also have some baked good items that look good. But we were there for the food which was yummy! The service was different. The menu is a bit confusing since we wanted more than one side we seemed to be confusing the girl taking our order and desks they have different sizes. You have to order up at the front and then head to your table. It took awhile for the food to be served because it was cooked fresh. We noticed almost everyone was getting their food to go and once we received our food we were served in Togo containers so next time order Togo because it's hard to eat this type of food out of styrofoam. The tostones were excellent! Cooked to perfection crispy and right amount of saltiness along with a yummy dipping sauce. The mofongo lacked flavor which was surprising it looked very good and once we added some Salt and ate it with the chichirones it was good. The black beans were flavorful. the steak flavor was good but it was chewy. We will give it another try where eating it at home on plates.

The best Cuban I have ever had. The pork is absolutely delicious! If you are close by, stop by and…read morehave your mind blown.

Stopped here for a quick lunch and Cafe de Havana did not disappoint. Service was friendly and…read moretheir courtyard was a nice place to eat our meal. We got the Cubano and the vegetarian sandwiches. Both were very tasty. I personally wished the cubano had a bit more meat, but the women in my group thought it was just right. Perhaps my favorite part of our visit was the coffee. I ordered the condado, which is 4 ounces of expresso. It was so smooth and delicious! The others got lattes and they found them to be delicious as well. Definitely worthy of a return visit.

Ordered lunch for pick up today. Two sandwiches, one being pork and the other a Cuban…read more Ready when I got there, delicious to eat. We decided it was the best lunch sandwiches and really enjoyed them. Another great job from Vargas Cafe.

The food here is honestly outstanding. The burritos are huge, flavorful, and easily some of the…read morebest I've had. The café con leche was also excellent--rich and perfectly made. From a food standpoint alone, I'd absolutely come back. That said, the experience was a bit confusing and ended on a frustrating note. We weren't asked whether our order was for here or to go, and after ordering, our group of five sat down (we pulled together five chairs) and waited for our food. Despite that, everything came out in to-go packaging. When we walked in, we noticed other tables dining in had bottles with three different types of salsa available. However, we were only given a very small portion in a to-go container. I went up to grab a pineapple Jarrito and asked if we could use the salsa bottles since we were eating there. Instead, I was told no and that we had already been given to-go salsa--and they also tried to charge me extra for additional salsa. What made it more frustrating was that when I explained we were dining in, I was told that we had asked for our food to go, which wasn't the case. No one in our group was asked, and we had clearly sat down to eat inside. It felt unnecessarily rigid and dismissive, especially since we brought in a group of five and spent over $70. The food was genuinely great, but the lack of communication and flexibility on the service side made the experience feel awkward and disappointing. I'd still recommend the place for the food, but hopefully the service improves.

I was really impressed with the food and parts of the staff like Carla and Ana they were great!…read moreSuper friendly and knowledgeable! The dishes were delicious and the place was clean and well maintained. However, during my visit today, I witnessed something that made me uncomfortable. The manager her name sounded like Aslenis or Arianis was questioning a customer about discounts and the price he paid. She leaned over his table in a way that felt confrontational and, honestly, came across as harassment. The customer handled it calmly and said he didn't want to argue, but she responded with a smirk, which made the situation feel even more awkward. I also noticed her speaking to other employees in a way that felt more bossy than respectful. Aside from that experience, the food really is great though a bit on the expensive side. I just hope management takes a closer look at how situations like this are handled, because it affects the overall atmosphere. Responding to the owner: I heard when the dude said I showed my ID. Either way the way she approached him wasn't professional. If the issues is about a discount then it shouldn't have been applied in the first place. She is quite rude. Thank you for clarifying the situation was just unpleasant to experience while trying to eat.

I ordered the TRIPLETA from ven La ca in Titusville, and let me just say--this is the kind of…read moresandwich that makes you pause mid-bite and appreciate what you're eating. From the first bite, the flavors hit perfectly. The meats were seasoned and cooked just right, layered with fresh toppings that brought balance and texture to every mouthful. There's a richness to it, but it never feels overwhelming--just straight-up satisfying comfort food done right. Now, I'll be honest--the bread was slightly on the soggy side. But here's the thing... it didn't take away from the experience. If anything, it soaked up all that flavor, and once you leaned into it, it worked. Every bite still delivered. Pairing it with a Coco Rico? That was the move. The coconut sweetness cut through the savory flavors of the sandwich perfectly--it's one of those combinations you don't realize you need until you try it. Even though I ordered pickup, the experience still stood out. The staff was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and gave off that genuine "you're family here" vibe that you can't fake. 10/10--absolutely recommend. This is the kind of spot you come back too an enjoy great food

The food was absolutely delicious the service was great people were so kind to me and my husband…read morewe're definitely going back

Still a fantastic spot for a Medianoche. I have not had a bad one in the 10 plus years I've…read morevisited. It has a great view from the patio area and is a long time staple of the downtown Melbourne area. Service and staff have always been friendly and fast. It's a must try when in the area. Note: You may hear and see the commuter train pass bye a little more often and cause a little unwanted noise, but it happens so fast, I don't think it will be a problem for you.

This is what food should taste like. Every bite is a flavor explosion. I have eaten at high end…read morerestaurants that would be put to shame by this enchanting establishment. It was perfection from beginning to end. From the friendly staff to the feel of sitting in a small cafe in Cuba, it was an experience to remember. Let's talk about the food. I had my third Cuban in three days and this one was easily the best and most authentic. The plantains with mojo criollo were incredible. My son's steak came with the most delicious dipping sauce that made parsley taste like far more than a garnish on the side of a plate. The side salads were so fresh and had the most wonderful pickled onions on top. My other son had salmon that was perfectly cooked and came with a side of quinoa like I've never tasted before. I had the absolute best mojito I have ever had, and to top off the meal I had a beautiful cafe con lèche that was perfection in a cup. This is most definitely a hidden gem. Seek it out if you are in the area. You will not be disappointed. Your tastebuds will thank you.

¡Comida deliciosa! ¡Gran servicio! Everything we ordered was…read moreso yummy! Probably the best Cuba ever. The rice and beans -so good!

Service 5/5 Food 4/5…read moreAmbiance 4/5 Parking 3/5 I sat at the bar & was greeted promptly. Service was friendly & welcoming. Food was fresh & flavorful. Beautiful presentation. Overall good experience.

OMG! This restaurant is the place to go to if you want authentic Puerto Rican food! I took the food…read moreto go since we got there a bit before closing. We only ordered one dinner and dessert. We regretted not ordering more after tasting our food. Service was fast and super friendly. Prices excellent. The restaurant is small and homey. Definitely nothing fancy but it gets the job done. My daughter and I drove in from Orlando just to try it out and I would do that again in a heartbeat! That's how good it was. Go there! You won't regret it!

Very clean, intimate and the Cuban is real! Plantains are perfection. Back beans are spot on. The…read morefish was cooked perfectly. Service on point! Great value! You will not be disappointed!

It is not close to real Cuban Food. So disappointed Mother's Day meal wasn't what we expected…read more Rice was fake, beans flavorless, ropa vieja was ok. But my mojito was lacking tasted like only mint. Cute place but not Cuban.

The absolute best Cuban food anywhere. I have been to many…read moreCuban restaurants from Orlando to Miami and Chicas Cuban Cafe in Deland is the absolute best. This place is really classy and authentic and isn't your everyday ordinary Cuban restaurant. This place is great if you just want to grab a sandwich or you want to have a special date night and relax while enjoying a meal you won't forget. Tey have indoor and outdoor dining, and I noticed the tabletops are made from high end Quartz with gold metal flake and the decor and lighting sets the mood for an incredible dining experience. My first time here I ordered a Cuban sandwich meal, and it was absolutely the most incredibly delicious Cuban sandwich I have ever had anywhere and the service was top notch.

We had friends visiting and decided to come in on a Saturday evening without reservations. We were…read moretold there would be a short wait, which was completely fine, and we didn't mind spending about 20 minutes upstairs on the rooftop enjoying the DJ and atmosphere. Once seated, we were placed in the second dining room and ordered drinks, four appetizers, and our entrees. Unfortunately, from the start, the table was not properly set. We had no silverware, no napkins, no side plates for sharing appetizers, no coasters, and really no table settings at all. For a party ordering multiple appetizers and drinks, this immediately made service feel disorganized and inattentive. The issue became even worse when our entrees arrived and, almost immediately after, staff started stacking chairs around us at approximately 9:12 p.m. We had only been seated maybe 15-20 minutes earlier, so as a party of five on a Saturday night, we certainly did not expect the restaurant to begin visibly shutting down while we were just starting our meal. What made it even more frustrating was that these tables were already available when we first walked in, despite being told there would be a wait. Since we were entertaining guests, we thought this would be a great opportunity to show off the rooftop, which is such a great feature for a small town like DeLand and has so much potential. Instead, the experience became embarrassing and disappointing. Having staff stack chairs and place them on tabletops in the middle of our meal felt incredibly rude and unprofessional. It created an uncomfortable atmosphere and made us feel rushed out rather than welcomed. When we asked to speak with a manager, the response we received was that "the servers have to go home." That explanation was unacceptable. Paying customers should never be made to feel like an inconvenience, especially while actively dining. With my own background in restaurant service and management, I found both the handling of the situation and the manager's response to be extremely poor. As a DeLand local, this was especially disappointing because this restaurant has been making improvements and adding entertainment, which we were excited to support. Unfortunately, the poor service and lack of professionalism completely overshadowed what should have been an enjoyable night out.