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Wow! Wow! Taste just like my mom cooking! Service was very quick and the it was filled with traditional Cuban history! Felt good to be back in my roots. Food was a 10/10 I highly recommend to come check it out when you are in the area
I love Cuban food and had to stop here. The portions they give you is pretty generous for what you're getting. I got the grilled shrimp and chicken with yellow rice and sweet plantains. It was very delicious and the sweet plantains was a great dessert to have. Our server was wonderful and the ambience is that it is Cuban theme, but it does need some updating. Otherwise, I recommend coming by one in Key West!
El Siboney is a must go when you're in key west. The Cuban food here is delicious! We got the skirt steak with shrimp and a grilled snapper. Both were the best meals we had on Key West. Service here is pretty quick and feels like a family-run restaurant. I would have come 2-days in a row if I had the opportunity.
We loved it here!!! The service was quick and friendly. My mom got a chicken salad and it was a HUGE portion. I was gonna help her eat it but I was so so full from my entree. I ordered the flank steak with the yellow rice and plantains. It was super delicious and very filling. The steak was tender and cooked to order. Plantains were sweet and soft. Rice was buttery. I wish I tried the pickled onions but I forgot to ask. My husband loved trying the Cuban beer. Overall the food, service and atmosphere were all excellent. I want to try the Cuban sandwich next time I visit.
We have been returning to this restaurant every chance we get, don't be put off by the fact that it's in an older cute house and off the beaten path. The food is amazing, hot and fresh . The service is fast and amazing. We love the local Roosters that walk around the outside and the inside is very clean and welcoming.
From the moment we walked in we knew we were in the right place. The crowd was a good mix from everywhere and the portions were healthy looking. We had about a 15 minute wait and it went fast and furious from there with our server who was at the top of here game on a packed Friday night. Had the Pork Chops (seasoned and cooked to perfection) with plantain and black beans and yellow rice. Desert was of course the richest Key Lime Pie and cup of rich Cuban Coffee that was so good I bought a can. Prices were very reasonable and well worth the wait and can't wait to return for another dish from a very extensive Cuban menu.
We had a delicious Cuban dinner at El Siboney while in the Key West. We were looking for a place to have dinner and had seen some great food reviews and stopped by. We had arrived and were quickly seated. We were served a delicious buttered bread. It was so soft and fresh! I had ordered the pork chunks and it was served with a choice of 2 sides. It was delicious and pork was cooked perfectly. The portions were very generous and I still had leftovers to bring back. We all enjoyed our meals and the service was excellent!
I had this food several times when I was on vacation there recently. My grandparents were born in Key West and this food reminded me of my grandmother's food from when I was a child. The waiters were all really kind as well. When they explained the Indian decor in the restaurant it helped me understand why my Grandparents had Indian decor in their home as well. I will for sure come back here next time I come to visit.
If you're in Key West you have to stop by here! The food has a lot of flavor, fresh, and delicious. The service is very welcoming and helpful. Geremy was our server and he is great at his job! The ambiance is very relaxin.
Best Cuban food in Key West hands-down you really felt a part of the family. They serve complementary bread, which was delicious. I highly recommend the skirt steak and garlic shrimp. The plantains are some of the best and the yuka frita is done perfectly accompanied with a lime garlic onion sauce which was a taste treat. There is plenty of seating and make sure you come hungry because the portions are big. From the food to the service it feels very authentic. The restaurant is a little walk from Duvall street. There is limited parking. We can't wait to come back!
"El Siboney isn't trying to impress anyone--and that is exactly why it does". I could not have said it better myself. This place is truly authentic. Ordered the skirt steak to share and a side of fried plantains in addition to a sangria carafe to share among us at the table. For dessert we got flan and key lime pie. All solid dishes, great service - a must when you are in KW. I could do without dessert if you're full, the flan is good but not transcendent and the key lime pie is more like a lemony cheesecake consistency that is good but so far not Kermit's level of good key lime.
We were able to walk right in a get seats. Food was authentic Cuban cuisine. Friendly staff, great service and expansive menu. Casual dining experience definitely a place where the locals eat . The restaurant is off the main strip. Want authentic food give this place a try!
Excellent food and excellent service! The restaurant is in what was previously a house off the beaten path so you likely won't stumble upon this place by accident. It feels very traditionally cuban although this is coming from someone who has never been to Cuba. All the food that was delivered to each person looked very tasty. Can confirm the shredded beef is delicious. I'd be happy to come back here next time I'm in Key West.
Reviews are largely positive. People highlight the authentic Cuban food, large portions, friendly and efficient service, reasonable prices, and a welcoming atmosphere.
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While my husband and I were in town, we definitely had to try El Siboney! We have never been and as a Cuban, I always like to try new places! And this place was GREAT! I was born and raised in Miami to a Cuban/Puerto Rican family so I am very familiar with this cuisine and how things should taste so I was super happy with this entire meal! When they brought over the toasted buttered cuban bread, I already knew we were going to do good haha. IYKYK. We ordered the Appetizer Sampler which came with tostones and sides of ropa vieja (shredded beef stew), avocado, pickled onion and pork, so you can build your own. It was delicious! Then for our entrees, my husband got the ropa vieja (SO good) and I got the palomilla. The steak I am used to is thinner and smaller, but I was not complaining! It was soooooooo good and I really really enjoyed it. It was pretty busy but our server did a great job of taking care of us. The restaurant is not that big so it can get a little loud in there. But if you're in a Cuban restaurant, it's never going to be quiet lol! It's part of the experience! Highly recommend for some legit Cuban food and will definitely be coming back next time we are in town! read more
I've been to El Siboney a number of times over the years and am finally getting around to writing this review. The restaurant is tucked away on a back street, far from the usual tourist spots, which adds to its charm. The food is authentic Cuban cuisine -- and I say that after decades of living in and around Hudson County, NJ, where the Cuban community is large and vibrant. At El Siboney, everything tastes fresh and homemade, with generous portions and prices that are refreshingly reasonable for Key West. This visit, I ordered the whole fried yellow snapper, served with yuca, yellow rice, and beans. My dinner companion had the Siboney skirt steak, one of the restaurant's popular dishes, served with a choice of sides. Both meals were excellent. Dessert was equally impressive: a delicious slice of tres leches cake and silky vanilla custard that were the perfect ending to the meal. Overall, it was a fantastic dining experience. Dinner for two, including dessert and tip, came to about $100 -- a great value for the quality and quantity of food. El Siboney remains one of my favorite places to eat in Key West. read more
Wow! Wow! Taste just like my mom cooking! Service was very quick and the it was filled with traditional Cuban history! Felt good to be back in my roots. Food was a 10/10 I highly recommend to come check it out when you are in the area read more
I love Cuban food and had to stop here. The portions they give you is pretty generous for what you're getting. I got the grilled shrimp and chicken with yellow rice and sweet plantains. It was very delicious and the sweet plantains was a great dessert to have. Our server was wonderful and the ambience is that it is Cuban theme, but it does need some updating. Otherwise, I recommend coming by one in Key West! read more
El Siboney is a must go when you're in key west. The Cuban food here is delicious! We got the skirt steak with shrimp and a grilled snapper. Both were the best meals we had on Key West. Service here is pretty quick and feels like a family-run restaurant. I would have come 2-days in a row if I had the opportunity. read more
We loved it here!!! The service was quick and friendly. My mom got a chicken salad and it was a HUGE portion. I was gonna help her eat it but I was so so full from my entree. I ordered the flank steak with the yellow rice and plantains. It was super delicious and very filling. The steak was tender and cooked to order. Plantains were sweet and soft. Rice was buttery. I wish I tried the pickled onions but I forgot to ask. My husband loved trying the Cuban beer. Overall the food, service and atmosphere were all excellent. I want to try the Cuban sandwich next time I visit. read more
3 months ago
We have been returning to this restaurant every chance we get, don't be put off by the fact that it's in an older cute house and off the beaten path. The food is amazing, hot and fresh . The service is fast and amazing. We love the local Roosters that walk around the outside and the inside is very clean and welcoming. read more
From the moment we walked in we knew we were in the right place. The crowd was a good mix from everywhere and the portions were healthy looking. We had about a 15 minute wait and it went fast and furious from there with our server who was at the top of here game on a packed Friday night. Had the Pork Chops (seasoned and cooked to perfection) with plantain and black beans and yellow rice. Desert was of course the richest Key Lime Pie and cup of rich Cuban Coffee that was so good I bought a can. Prices were very reasonable and well worth the wait and can't wait to return for another dish from a very extensive Cuban menu. read more
4 months ago
We had a delicious Cuban dinner at El Siboney while in the Key West. We were looking for a place to have dinner and had seen some great food reviews and stopped by. We had arrived and were quickly seated. We were served a delicious buttered bread. It was so soft and fresh! I had ordered the pork chunks and it was served with a choice of 2 sides. It was delicious and pork was cooked perfectly. The portions were very generous and I still had leftovers to bring back. We all enjoyed our meals and the service was excellent! read more
23 days ago
I had this food several times when I was on vacation there recently. My grandparents were born in Key West and this food reminded me of my grandmother's food from when I was a child. The waiters were all really kind as well. When they explained the Indian decor in the restaurant it helped me understand why my Grandparents had Indian decor in their home as well. I will for sure come back here next time I come to visit. read more
25 days ago
If you're in Key West you have to stop by here! The food has a lot of flavor, fresh, and delicious. The service is very welcoming and helpful. Geremy was our server and he is great at his job! The ambiance is very relaxin. read more
Best Cuban food in Key West hands-down you really felt a part of the family. They serve complementary bread, which was delicious. I highly recommend the skirt steak and garlic shrimp. The plantains are some of the best and the yuka frita is done perfectly accompanied with a lime garlic onion sauce which was a taste treat. There is plenty of seating and make sure you come hungry because the portions are big. From the food to the service it feels very authentic. The restaurant is a little walk from Duvall street. There is limited parking. We can't wait to come back! read more
"El Siboney isn't trying to impress anyone--and that is exactly why it does". I could not have said it better myself. This place is truly authentic. Ordered the skirt steak to share and a side of fried plantains in addition to a sangria carafe to share among us at the table. For dessert we got flan and key lime pie. All solid dishes, great service - a must when you are in KW. I could do without dessert if you're full, the flan is good but not transcendent and the key lime pie is more like a lemony cheesecake consistency that is good but so far not Kermit's level of good key lime. read more
We were able to walk right in a get seats. Food was authentic Cuban cuisine. Friendly staff, great service and expansive menu. Casual dining experience definitely a place where the locals eat . The restaurant is off the main strip. Want authentic food give this place a try! read more
Excellent food and excellent service! The restaurant is in what was previously a house off the beaten path so you likely won't stumble upon this place by accident. It feels very traditionally cuban although this is coming from someone who has never been to Cuba. All the food that was delivered to each person looked very tasty. Can confirm the shredded beef is delicious. I'd be happy to come back here next time I'm in Key West. read more
3 months ago
The first time we came here three years ago, I didn't know what to expect, and I had never had Cuban food before. This time, I knew what to expect and I was excited because it was so good the first time. We went on a Tuesday night in July, so it was busy and they don't take reservations, but the wait was about 5 minutes. We started with the buttered Cuban bread basket, and I'm an Italian from the Philadelphia/ NJ / NY metro area where bread is a vital part of our lifestyle. This Cuban bread is amazing. It's crispy when grilled , yet light and fluffy on the inside. She had a glass of the house red wine and I had a Modelo. She got the roast pork , and I got the garlic shrimp and we both had the yellow rice, black beans, and plantains as the side dish. The pork was amazingly rich and tender and super flavorful. The shrimp were bursting with buttery, garlicky flavor and the sides were amazing. Those black beans were so good. Visually, they don't look great to me, but they taste great, especially mixed with the rice. The plantains added a sweetness to the the dish to break up the heavy savory flavors. The portions are big so we both took half our plates home for later. We finished the meal with a Cuban coffee and shared a slice of the Key Lime Pie. The strong Cuban coffee is not for the weak, and it cut through the sweetness of the pie. If you are in Key West or about to visit you will realize that nothing is cheap here. Meals tend to be expensive, even for bar food. The fisherman here are faced with surging fuel prices so the seafood is wonderful but pricey at times. This place here is the best resturaunt that I have been to for both quality, flavor, and price, and it shows with how busy they are, but they turn the tables over fast and everyone leaves happy. This is a must stop. read more
So glad we gave this another try! Amazing Cuban food in key west! And I have eaten a lot of Cuban food in my life (live in Miami!) My last review was for takeout during covid so that probably impacted things. The Siboney steak was our favorite - Churrasco style with Chimichurri. We also tried the ropa vieja which had a nice tomato and wine sauce flavor. It was very tender. The vaca frita was also pretty good, more crispy on the shredded beef, though a little dry. Hot Cuban bread with butter is complimentary and tasty, and I don't usually like the Cuban bread! Yellow rice had nice flavor and the beans and plantains were well cooked. They offer you to switch the sides if you prefer, but these are our fave! You pay at the front when you're done. Overall very efficient and good service. read more
We came here for quick bite and was recommended by one of the locals and did not let me down!! We had the pulled pork with congri (rice and black beans) OH MY and side of Yucca frita with their house mojo on the side. TIP: you can share a dinner portion, they give plenty food for the price. Service is quick and very friendly. Atmosphere is family oriented and its pretty chill. Overall GREAT spot for a quick bite and keep on with your day. You get your check and pay up front. Awesome personal. Gracias read more
7 months ago
It was our first time visiting Key West, FL and we were on the hunt for some authentic Cuban food. We came across this place on Yelp because of the strong reviews, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. The food was excellent, especially the steak, which was flavorful, tender, and perfectly cooked. Every dish we tried had that comforting, homemade quality that makes you feel like you found a true local gem. The service was also warm and attentive, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. In fact, we loved the food so much that we ended up coming back a second time during the same trip, something we rarely do when traveling because we like to try different spots. That alone says a lot. If you're visiting Key West and craving great Cuban food, this place is definitely worth a stop. Highly recommended. read more
8 months ago
AMAZING! We started a walking food tour at Siboney and it was the highlight of our time in Key West. The food we tried was so simple, yet so flavorful. We sampled mojo pork, beans, rice, plantains, Cuban bread, and pickled onions. We couldn't leave without buying 3 bottles of their homemade hot sauce to take home!! read more
4 months ago
4 months ago
The skirt steak and shrimp was so savory and well seasoned! The rice & beans was so good. The coconut shrimp was tasty. Beef empanadas were bland and cold in the middle (I think it was reheated via microwave which was so disappointing). Service was ok! Atmosphere was welcoming & I loved all the personal decor. read more
4 months ago
Excellent service and good. Incredible selection. When I'm in town I eat there twice a day multiple times a day lol read more
Wow! I am glad I remembered this restaurant 20 years later. I can say the food now was as good as I remember from back then. This is definitely a great place. I had the Garlic Shrimp and it was AMAZING (but you definitely need to like garlic). I had the Moro as my side (black beans & white rice - that looks black). I really loved the Moro too. And the garlic bread they served at the table was delicious. The service is very efficient. I definitely recommend this place! read more
1 year ago
Wow just wow , the food here is stellar , now they have wine and beer no hard liquor . However we stopped in and got the whole yellow tail snapper which taste different than the red snapper I don't care for. The whole fish was flash fried topped with pickled onions served with your choice of side. I chose the black beans and yellow rice and it came with sweet fried plantains . My wife had the grouper filet with rice and beans as well. The food is amazing well flavored they did not skip on the portions which I liked . We definitely had plenty left over , hostels the whole fish can be a meal for two . read more
El Siboney was recommended to us by a friend for dinner, so we gave it a try on our trip to Key West. Atmosphere: We walked here and thought it was closed at first, but thankfully it was open. We were seated right away. We came at around 5:30 and that's when it started to get busy. This is a true hole in the wall. It is simply decorated and you can tell the focus is good service and food. Restrooms: They had a single stall male and female restroom. The female restroom was nice and clean! Service: All the servers we encountered were so nice and friendly. The food came out quick and fresh! Food: The food was amazing! We're from Tampa, so we were excited to try a Cuban place in Key West. We tried their beef and cheese empanadas as an appetizer, they were both good but our favorite was the cheese empanada. YUM! We split a breaded palomilla. It was plenty for two to share. The portion was HUGE! The food was soooo good. My husband loved the pickled red onions it came with. Also, they welcome you with hot Cuban bread with butter when you sit down. This place was sooo good. You can tell locals like to come here. We loved our dinner here and will come back the next time we're in Key West. The food was soooo good and it felt homey inside! read more
2 months ago
6 months ago
Nice family vibe!! Food is authentic as it gets and so is friendly staff!! This is a must when you are here, this place has all the great food! read more
5 months ago
Best meal on Key West!! You should go there if you're in Key West and hungry, cause you won't be hungry for long. If you like pork I can highly recommend the #1. read more
1 year ago
What a great find! The food is delicious especially the Ropa vieja and the shredded pork! Even the rice and beans taste like they were cooking all day. You also must try the sangria that comes with a lime on top! Staff is very helpful and the food came out fast! read more
2 years ago
I love Cuban food and it was one pf the major reasons to travel here on vacation. El Siboney was everything that I had hoped for -- cozy atmosphere, laid back vibes, and good food. I had the classic ropa vieja and it was excellent. My wife had shrimp enchilado (n.b. this is not a shrimp enchilada, but rather shrimp in a tomato sauce). My daughter had a grilled chicken dish that was delightful. The only complaint was the steak sandwich that had an off taste to the meat. Aside from this one miss, it was a great meal and I'd happily go back. read more
2 years ago
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900 Catherine St
Key West, FL 33040
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What is the croquette?
A croquette is a small breaded fried roll with usually ham, cheese, potatoes or veggies.
Do you need a reservation for this restaurant?
No, it does not appear they take reservations
What is a Cuban mix sandwich?
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