Hola Cuban Cafe was easily one of the best meals we had during our entire trip. The location is awesome, right in downtown Fernandina Beach, and the cafe has a really cool atmosphere with that authentic local-business vibe we love. They also have a beautiful outdoor seating area that we would have loved to enjoy, but unfortunately, the rain had other plans. That just gives us another reason to come back. We are originally from Florida but now live in San Diego, and finding really good Cuban food has been a struggle. Hola not only delivered exactly what we had been missing, but it was probably the best food we ate the entire trip. We both ordered the Cuban sandwiches, and the roasted pork was phenomenal. I added a side of tostones, which were cooked perfectly and came with a fantastic dipping sauce. My wife ordered the maduros, which were equally delicious, along with a Café con Leche that she said was excellent. We grabbed several pastries to go as well, and they didn't disappoint either! All in all, this was the best meal we've had since being back in Florida. If we had more time in Fernandina Beach, we would absolutely be going back for another meal. If you're in town, I highly recommend stopping at Hola Cuban Cafe. Great food, great atmosphere, and a fantastic downtown location. This place is an absolute gem and definitely worth the visit! read more

Our group came here for coffee and it was amazing coffee! I'm not a big coffee drinker and I absolutely loved the ICED CAFÉ CON LECHE (CUBAN STYLE LATTE) BOLD CUBAN ESPRESSO BLENDED WITH STEAMED MILK. I definitely felt it in my veins! Amazing pick me up! And the staff is so delightful. Would love to try their delicious looking food! read more

The best coffee on the island. The staff are very friendly and kind. I highly recommend Holas!

Authentic Cuban fare by a Cuban service team. 5 stars for the warm welcome, for the delicious hot food as well as coffee, and especially for the ambiance. It is a small establishment with both indoor and outdoor seating. Well decorated interior with boho vibes. I absolutely love empanadas; I ordered 3, one of chicken, beef and spinach. My son was excited about the Cuban sandwich. Both were served piping hot as expected. We were given free desert, which was incredibly delicious We tried the Cuban soda and coffee, my husband and I gave the service lady a thumbs up. read more

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Hola is a wonderful find. They serve authentic cuban fare. We had the cuban sandwich, black bean soup and stuffed plantains. I highly recommend all of them. The server/cashier was very friendly and helpful as we purused the menu, and provided very helpful advice. They also had a wine special we couldn't pass up. Where can you buy a $20 bottle of white in a restaurant? It was a great paring for our lunch selections. I highly recommend this place for lunch. read more

Hola Cuban Cafe - Wine special! And great lunch! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fernandina Beach, Florida

I heard they had great coffee and we were not disappointed. The cafe con leche's were excellent and the pastelitos were fresh out of the oven. Also, it's super dog friendly. Five Stars! read more

We were excited to try all the different items in menu at Hola: cafe con leche, empanadas (beef/chicken/spinach), papa rellena (stuffed potato balls) and the Cubans! All were delicious. I would have liked for more filling in the empanadas and Cubans. The service was good. The restaurant is in a cute old house set up with an open patio with Latin music pumping. Definitely a must try! read more

This is a super cute spot. Some hits and some misses. The location and atmosphere is top notch. The inside is pretty tight when it gets busy though. Service was good. We got the lentil stew with chorizo, yuca fries, tostones, Cuban sandwich, and drinks. I really enjoyed the stew, the jupina pineapple drink, and the yuca fries were some of the best I've had. Their sauce kind of reminds me of a boom boom sauce. Sadly the tostones (my favorite treat ever) were overcooked (hard to chew) but the seasoning was on point and I enjoyed the dipping sauce. The Cuban sandwich was pretty plain but I realize there are different preferences on this sandwich, despite it being a classic. The traditional Cuban bread was good. Some of this I wouldn't order again (although it could have been an off day) but I'd definitely come back to try their morning options- pastelitos, croquetas, and Cuban coffee drinks. read more

Hola Cuban Cafe - Jupina and menu on the patio - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fernandina Beach, Florida

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Cafe con leche amazing just wish they didn't use styrofoam cups. Nice assortment of pastries. I had the ham croquetas also delicious. Nice seating outside. read more

Hola Cuban Cafe - Cafe con leche & ham croquetas. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fernandina Beach, Florida

Love the coffee. Can't speak to the food. Staff friendly. Coffee STRONG! And sweet. Like the vibe. Old school ambiance. Nice outside area. read more

Hola Cuban Cafe - Espresso and double w milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fernandina Beach, Florida

Loved this little cafe/resto in Fernandina Beach! The Cuban coffees are as authentic as you can get in the area and delicious. The staff was super knowledgeable and friendly in helping us made our decisions about what to get. Even though we took our food to go, it was one of the best meals I've had in a while! read more

The staff at Hola were incredibly friendly and personable. The food was absolutely amazing! I had a cuban and a few of the empanadas and it all tasted great. I would highly recommend Hola to anyone and I definitely plan on coming back. read more

Best coffee spot in the area. I am local and come almost every weekend. The service is fantastic and the food is great and not too expensive. Please check out this spot!! read more

You figure you're in Florida, even in the Northeast corner, might as well try a Cuban restaurant. This one is notable for being relatively vegetarian-friendly, with some clearly marked options (mostly with dairy). I sampled some sort of yerba mate soda which was an interesting flavor. Ordering black beans was a good decision; these were flavorful and came with bread. My sandwich was billed as a Cuban grilled cheese, and it was literally just cheese and plantains with the classic pressed bread. To be fair, it lived up to the name, but I think it could use some mojo or something to spice it up. It was filling. The corner shop offers a couple of outdoor seats as well as indoor seating. Their selection of pastelitos and empanadas appeared well worth pondering in addition to their made to order dishes. read more

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We stopped by here during our visit to Fernandina Beach and I got the Croqueta Preparada Sandwich. It had a generous portion of pulled pork and croquetas inside, and it was delicious! The coconut pastelito was also tasty, and the dough was fluffy and flaky-- you could tell it was all fresh. The staff is friendly too. I would recommend it! read more

Hola Cuban Cafe - Croqueta Preparada Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fernandina Beach, Florida

Cafe con leche was so good and the spinach and cheese empanadas were amazing! Highly recommend!

Service when you walk is so refreshing. You greeted by a very polite and friendly young lady with a bubbly personality. Delivery of food was very reasonable given a busy Saturday lunch crowd Cuban sandwich was hearty with plenty of flavor and fresh ingredients. The Lentil soup had some unreal WOW factor flavors with fresh ingredients and plenty of Chorizo. This the Go To from now on for Cuban food, can't wait to try the Empanadas, they look great. read more

Hola Cuban Cafe - Cuban sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fernandina Beach, Florida

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Was pleasantly surprised by the experience. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with a great ambiance and a very welcoming atmosphere. We decided to drop by on a Saturday during lunch, and the place had a lively yet relaxed vibe that made us feel right at home. The decor was a perfect blend of traditional Cuban elements and modern touches, creating a cozy and inviting space. For my meal, I chose the midnight Cuban sandwich. The sandwich was a delightful combination of flaky goodness and sweet bread, which added a unique twist to the traditional Cuban sandwich. The bread was perfectly toasted, and the filling was flavorful and satisfying. The service was exceptional. The staff was friendly, attentive, and more than willing to make recommendations. Despite being a busy lunch hour, our food arrived promptly and was served with a smile. I felt that it was a great value for the experience and food we received. I will be back again. read more

Hola Cuban Cafe - The midnight. Cuban sandwich but with a sweet bread. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fernandina Beach, Florida

Best Cuban coffee ever!!! We will be returning here for their delicious pastries and coffee. We went back twice in the same day.

Authentic Cuban food and a delicious Cuban sandwich that was more than I could finish. Mostly outdoor seating and situated in an old home.

Very cute spot in Fernandina Beach! I learned about it since they were featured on the Top Places to Drink in Jacksonville list. My parents were visiting and we decided to stop for a coffee and sit outside. The coffee menu was descriptive, which was helpful since we never had Cuban coffee before. We each got a cortadito (Cuban coffee infused with milk). I usually drink strong coffee black or with a little bit of almond milk, so this was like a sweet treat to me. We got it the standard way that the employee recommended. Honestly, this gave me the pep in my step to continue my day. Our coffees were a delicious treat, and we enjoyed the people watching on the back patio. All of the sandwiches that came out for other guests looked delicious. I really liked this place and would love to stay for longer next time. read more

Hola Cuban Cafe - Cortadito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fernandina Beach, Florida

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Favorite restaurant in the area. The food and coffee are excellent. The staff is always very friendly and their prices are great.

Hubby and I took a little drive up to Fernandina to check out Hola Cuban Cafe. I love everything Cuban food and I couldn't wait to give them a try. First impression, the decor was so good! Lots of quintessential Cuban signage including flags and artwork. It almost felt like I was walking into my abuela's house. They also are big University of Miami fans so my hubby liked that. The girl who took our order was very nice. After placing our order, we grabbed a table outside in their patio area. I ordered the pan con lechon with a cafe con leche and hubby ordered a Cuban sandwich. We added an order of papa relleñas to share. I loved the papa relleñas especially since they were bite-size. The beef was seasoned well and the sauce was yummy as well. The Cuban sandwich and the pan con lechon were both delicious! The bread was perfectly pressed and they were filled with a good amount of meat & cheese. The pork was heavy on the lime flavor which some people may not like as much. I personally like less lime but all in all, great sandwiches. The cafe con leche was amazing! It was sweetened just right and served at a great temperature, nice and warm but not hot enough to burn your mouth. Keep up the great job, we will be back! read more

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Delicious authentic Cuban sandwich. Everyone was so friendly. Cafe con leche was perfection. The whole experience just made me happy. read more

Hola Cuban Cafe - Cuban Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fernandina Beach, Florida

Holy crap. This place is for real. Emily (at the front counter) needs to adopt me. She is the sweetest person. We originally went for a quick iced coffee. Came back for more coffee and sandwiches the next day. Their prices are soooo much better than anywhere else on the island, the food is so flavorful, and we loved the family atmosphere. We heard someone else say "this food is so much better than I expected". That's exactly right. Love it. Go here. If you give it less than 4 stars, I will fight you. For real. read more

Attentive staff. Cuban coffee. Perfect selection of entrees. Had the black bean soup with rice. Family had the grilled cheese. Delicious. read more

Decent little find in the downtown Fernandina area. Order at the counter, sit, or take it with you. The house is really neat, and the patio out back is a great spot (mosquitos killer in summer, though, beware). My friend and I both had the cuban sandwich, a staple of most Cuban establishments. Honestly, this is just a standard cuban for me. It was on the dry side for my liking, so I doused it with yellow mustard. The yuca was also standard. The food won't leave your stomach on empty, but I can't say the same for your taste buds. read more

Hola Cuban Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fernandina Beach, Florida

If I only had one meal to eat in Amelia Island, it would for sure be the Cuban Grilled Cheese at Hola Cuban Cafe! Absolutely delicious - I go once a week to get it. read more

Hola Cuban Cafe - Cuban grilled cheese - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fernandina Beach, Florida

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Beautiful Cuban cafe that serves up delicious breakfast items and coffee. We were greeted by a super friendly and cheery woman helped us make some tasty choices. She made an excellent cafe con leche as well. The cafe seems to be in an old house which is stunning inside and out. Love the back garden area as well. Nice cover from trees and the sound of birds. The Croquetas de Jamón were amazing!! read more

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Stop by for a quick bite here when I was in town. Great Cuban coffee and pastries. Churros were also good, fresh, crispy and light cinnamon sugar. Staffs are very friendly. I like the Cuban decors inside. They also have patio's seating outside that you can sit and enjoy the beautiful weather. read more

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Fun ambiance and outdoor seating. Food is good... the Cuban sandwich is generous and the black bean soup is delicious. The yucca fries were great but only had 5 fries. The dolce empanadas were absolutely fantastic! read more

You need to come visit this place. We took a chance to expand our lunch options and it was delicious. The Cuban sandwich was authentic, and the coffee was delicious. Don't even get me started on the croquettes! You owe it to your tastebuds to visit. You won't be disappointed! read more

Authentic cuban food! This place is amazing. This is the best cup of coffee you will find in Fernandina Beach. Get the cafe cubano as it comes with cream and sugar. Another must-get is an empanada with just guava or guava and queso. Full of flavor. Pairs well with the coffee. Of course I ordered the cuban sandwich which was perfect! It is a big sandwich so splitting it with someone is ideal. The staff are bilingual and the service was excellent! Bathrooms were clean. If I lived here this would be my go-to place every morning! Definitely a must try and will be back! (Note: the food was so good. I ate it before taking pictures, sorry) read more

Hola Cuban Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fernandina Beach, Florida

We came on a Thursday at 11am. They didn't have breakfast empanadas and said they don't do breakfast sandwiches, so all my Cuban breakfast dreams were squashed. We got cheese toast (Swiss cheese is the only option) and it was fairly good. I'm so used to Key West Cuban that has more options. My husband said the coffee was good and the guava pastry was good. read more

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Such a great little place! A definite must if you're in Amelia Island Florida! Great vibe! Staff are friendly and quick. And the food?! AMAZING! read more

Hola Cuban Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fernandina Beach, Florida

Excellent home made specials ( soups/stews) & Best Cuban sandwich ; big enough to share. Always get their cafe con leche ; also excellent. Very friendly service and fair prices for what you get! Cute ambiance ; nice outdoor seating in front porch or backyard patio as well as few tables inside. Empanadas ( savory and sweet) made fresh daily. read more

Everytime we visit Hola, it's a great experience! I highly recommend a visit here. Anyone that visits us gets an opportunity to have the best Cuban sandwich delights as well as Café con Leché which is just PERFECT! The ladies at the counter are sweet as the the sugar that is stirred into the espresso, the folks putting things together are consistent and very nice. Very clean inside and the patio is incredibly charming. I highly recommend this cafe', (expecting this review will bring more patrons) with two conditions... when we visit, save us a seat somewhere and a spot towards the front of the line read more

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May 7, 2022. Hadn't had an opportunity to try Holas at their new location until today. They have inside eating and a real nice treed, outside court yard. We chose the courtyard with the lovely breeze. There are many things to chose from the menu but the "tried and true" Cuban sandwich was what I ordered. We have had Cuban sandwiches in Cuba but they are not near as good as these! Lots of-shredded pork, ham, Swiss cheese, mustard and the bread is pressed crisp on outside! Delicious! read more

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Great Cuban coffee! Get the Cafe con leche! Great service, friendly, nice seating area. read more

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A very casual, solid café. We visited Hola for a casual lunch before our long drive back to Atlanta. I loved my Cuban sandwich. I also had their guava and cheese pastry. The pastry was very flaky and the guava and cheese filling was delicious. They have a large pastry case at the front counter filled with lots of delicious treats. I wish I could have had a Cuban coffee with my pastry, but I had already had too much caffeine for the day! It would be great if they provided a water bottle fill up station. We sat in their very large courtyard and listened to the live music across the street. The courtyard was very nice with fans and umbrellas to keep us cool in the heat. read more

Hola Cuban Cafe - Pork & cheese sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fernandina Beach, Florida

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