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Habana Express

4.7 (258 reviews)
ModerateCuban, Sandwiches
Open • 10:30 am - 9:30 pm

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Moderate noise
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Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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Steak and fries comes with a fried egg on the side. A delish bargain!
Teresa B.

I ventured off from my usual order and got the NY steak plate. I was not disappointed at all! The steak was perfectly cooked. Served with morro rice, fries and a lightly fried egg on the side with some lettuce, tomato. What a deal!

Cubano Sandwich
Christina C.

Food: 5/5. I got the Cubano sandwich with a side of sweet potato fries. The sweet potato fries were absolutely amazing and the Cubano was EXACTLY what I was looking for. Delicious! Service: 4/5. The service was ok and was a little bit of a wait to get the food, so just note that it can take a bit if you are in a hurry. For how good the food is, I was a bit surprised to not see more people come through for noon on a weekday. Atmosphere: 4/5. It is located in a strip mall and kind of tucked back and hidden. The parking was a little hard due to the location. I love the inside: very cozy was some great music. The tables have photos on them that are really cool too! Overall, such great food and I hope to go back!

#8 sub yuca fries with maduros
Von C.

I see this spot has already have tons of great reviews which makes sense. Just come and try it for yourself. Not only the food is good, but service and people here are always friendly. I always get the #8, sub the fries for maduros. So good. Also can't go wrong with the Cubano. .

Habana Express
Sandy Y.

Saw the sign for Habana Express on the way to my bank and had to check it out. After looking over the menu, we ordered the Cubano as a combo, which came with a side and a soda. We've both had Cuban food before, so we knew what to expect. This is not a place to rush in and out. It took about 20 minutes for our order, but everything was made fresh, arrived hot, and was packed up well to go. The sandwich was big enough to split. The bread was spot on, with thick slabs of roasted pork, ham, melty Swiss cheese, pickles, mayo, and mustard. I would have liked a little more mustard, but overall it hit the mark. We will definitely be back.

Pepper Steak Bowl
Megan C.

OKAY, Yelp is informing me to write a review. FINALLY, fifth time is the charm... (I went there 4 times previously; unable to try this establishment.) I have no idea how to type this review as I want to be truthful yet respectful. Food was terrible. I knew I had to try the CUBANO. This sandwich was filled to the brim with meats and cheese. The bread was nice and toasty. Very oily. However, it was not the cubano I'm used to that's from Miami. I also tried the PEPPER STEAK PLATE per the recommendations of the wait staff. The steak was extremely dry and salty. The plantains were awesome--sweet and nicely braised. Sides were good. Rice was bordering on raw...not soft and fluffy but soft with bits of crunch. ***had multiple people try these dishes and they also had the same feedback*** SERVICE: I mean they were nice. Kitchen staff walked by and waved hello. They were willing to provide recommendations. However, you can tell she just batted an eye continuously and not want to be there. VIBEZ: Love the decor, very fitting to their cuisine. Very diner-esque. Located in a plaza with multiple other eateries. Lots of parking. Would I come back? No and I am greatly disappointed. I equally do not appreciate the owner harassing me with emails and calling me a liar... my grandmother owned a restaurant and I know it's tremendously difficult to keep an establishment going with small profit margins as well. Hence, I tried really hard to write this review as respectfully and as truthfully as possible.

Mojo Chicken Bowl.
Lisa Z.

Walk into Habana Express and you're immediately transported to a retro diner infused with classic Cuban décor. The menu is clearly displayed on screens, offering plates, sandwiches, and arepas with a choice of proteins, along with Cuban pastries, desserts, and drinks. Over several visits, we've tried the garlic shrimp, roasted pork, and chicken--both as plates and in sandwiches. Portions are generous, and the meats and shrimp are consistently juicy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The sandwiches, however, truly stand out. We've had Cuban sandwiches at many restaurants in many countries, and these are hands down the best. Light, perfectly pressed, crunchy, and utterly addictive. Habana Express is a true local gem. The service is always friendly, the dining area is spotless, and the food never disappoints. It has quickly become our go-to spot for a quick lunch--or really, any meal.

Cubano Sandwich
Kev H.

Okay, honestly, I'm not really a sandwich person, but I was intrigued enough to give this place a try, so I ordered their Cubano Sandwich. I'm glad I did because the sandwich was kind of mind blowing. It came with Roasted Pork, Swiss Cheese, Ham, Pickles, Mayo, and Mustard. What really stood out to me immediately was the bread. When toasted, it had an amazing texture. The outside had a pleasant crunch, while the inside was soft, slightly dense, and super duper satisfying to bite into. It's honestly hard to describe it and I'm probably not doing a good job at it, but the bread was fantastic. The Roasted Pork was also fantastic. It was flavorful, tender, and complemented the other ingredients perfectly. Is the price cheap? No. But for the price, they truly deliver an outstanding sandwich that's absolutely worth trying in my opinion. It was a seriously delicious sandwich.

Ropa Vieja bowl ham croquette and pineapple soda
Chris L.

I discovered this place while hunting for luxury cardboard and since a number of memorable trips to south beach in my 20's I will brake for Cuban food in an attempt to find that Miami feeling again. I tried the ropa vieja bowl which is accompanied by plantains, black beans, rice, and salad. Great flavors all around! I also had a side of ham croquettes which were fried to perfection. The restaurant has a cozy ambiance with a focus on Cuban vintage car culture. Love the kids scribbles on the tiles to give it that neighborhood restaurant vibe. The staff were super friendly and the food came quickly!

Ropa vieja
Rhett R.

Tried this place for lunch and ordered their ropa vieja plate because I wanted to try their rice, beans and tostones. I liked that you got all of that with the plate. My rating is more like 3.5 stars. The ropa vieja was flavorful and juicy but the rest of the food was bland. Not much flavor in anything. The tostones were a bit of a let down. I would go back to try one of their sandwiches.

Post Bite: Pork Arepas. Camera did not eat first.
Victor L.

Parking is shared with other restaurants and a Safeway so it can be a hit or miss with parking close. The inside is small but spacious. Walls are decorated to make the room feel lively. There are booths for anyone dining in as well. Service was quick, easy and super friendly. I got the Traditional Sandwhich ($14.99). It has slices of roast pork. caramelized onions, tomatoes, pickles and cilantro sauce. The roast pork was half meaty and half fatty which is great and what you would want in a sandwhich that isn't overly saucy. The onions, tomatos are a great contrast to the meat. The cilantro sauce was killer. Wish I had a side of it to dunk the sandwhich in. I also got the Pork Cuban Arepas ($5.49). Roast Pork stuffed in Arepas or a corn flatbread. Again the pork is great but I found myself not a fan of the arepa mainly because it was dry. It was worth a try though.

Chicken Empanada
joann v.

The food was really delicious. I've had many empanadas before but these empanadas were something special. I just love all the different flavors that were in there and the sauces that came included not to mention that it was pretty stuffed with chicken and veggies and nice and hot!

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Amy L.

In the same shopping center as Safeway so ample parking. We walked in on a late evening about 30 mins before closing. One person was still finishing up eating and we ordered the pepper steak, steak and onions and Cuban sandwich forgot to take a photo. My pepper steak was good. Not sure if we came late but my side was hard over crunchy. I tried a bite of the steak and onion and took a plantain. Not overly sweet, I enjoyed the plantain. I did not try the sandwich but was told it was good. I will be back to try a few more dishes.

croquette
Ruth B.

Wanted to try somethig different and my son chose this place after the movie. The flavors are amazing. Never had Cuban food before and it was worth the try. The pork was juicy. The steak well seasoned. The croquette was crispy and creamy at the same time. Service was friendly and quick. Bathroom was clean. It's nothing fancy but good home cooking. Plenty of parking in shopping center. Glad we gave it a try.

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