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La Cubanita Cafe

4.2 (200 reviews)
InexpensiveCafes, Cuban, Spanish
Open • 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

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What's the vibe?
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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Cafe con leche and tostada
Katherine E.

So we only go for the cafe con leche and tostada ! An they never fail. The staff is very friendly and it's our go morning coffee every weekend.

Pressed Cuban Sandwich - All the way with lettuce & tomato
Karen V.

I'd give 3.5 stars if I could. The Cuban sandwich was very tasty. The homemade roast pork on the sandwich is delicious. It's a very generous portion, and a very good value. Unfortunately, it was drowning in butter or margarine. I normally would never complain about too much butter. I love butter! This was overkill, and it made the sandwich very greasy, rich, and heavy. It didn't sit well in my stomach. I'd go back and order the same sandwich again, but it would have to be light on the butter spread. It was just A LOT. You don't need that much butter to give it a nice press. Maybe that's why I haven't been back in such a long time. I couldn't remember the reason. I may go back to get a roast pork platter or ropa vieja next time. The prices here are good.

Cuban special sandwich
Svitlana S.

Come in Florida almost after 1 year. Ordered coffee,guava empanada, and pork sandwiches. OMG sooooo delicious. Nothing didn't change. Friendly workers,fast service. Cool atmosphere You can seat and eat if you want. Price stay the same. Thanks

Plantains were just ok.  I wouldn't recommend their rice and beans.
Kristina M.

Tucked away in a plaza and they have reasonable prices. I ordered a Cuban sandwich, lunch entree (meat and 2 sides plus it came with plantains) and can of soda was $26. Very good portions. The pork was really good but yellow rice and black beans were very very bland. Cuban was large portion but tasted more like pork sandwich instead of a Cuban so I was alittle disappointed. I'd go back and try something different.

Clara D.

Found this place out of luck. Cute and small but the food was great. Service was quick and friendly. However, the best part was the food. Hands down delicious

Timothy C.

My wife and I stopped in for lunch and we were very happy we did. My wife had pulled pork with she loved it. Pulled pork was excellent very very well seasoned awesome flavor. The rice was okay. I had the Cuban sandwich I will tell you one of the best Cuban sandwiches I've had. I get that Cuban sandwich at 8.8. is very hard to find a sandwich for the of the sevens much less 8.8. if you want an awesome Cuban sandwich this is definitely the place

Menu and location
Aida B.

This is a hidden Gem! The food is authentic, the Service is impeccable, and the Ambiance is cozy and inviting! I get island fever with the Spanish music, lighting, and the beautiful photographs representing the Cuban Flare! Check it out, you won't be disappointed Local Cafe

Cuban sandwich
Lily N.

I'm still thinking about the Cuban sandwich from here. It was absolutely delicious. I was visiting from California and randomly decided to go here with my group and it was the best decision we made. This had to be the best food item I ate while out there in Tampa. The cashier was super helpful when ordering and recommended this sandwich. I'm extremely grateful I trusted her opinion. I love finding great finds, especially when they're small businesses. Highly recommend.

Chicken empanada

I've had a classic Cuban sandwich in a lot of places and this was hands down the very best Cuban I've ever had. The pulled pork was generous and tender and perfect! The whole sandwich was so very delicious. We also found a new favorite- the guava and cheese empanada was amazing! Must try! We wished we would've gotten several of them.

If you don't like cuban food, you will after coming here! Great quality for price, lovely staff, and even better flavor.

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10 days ago

The Cuban coffee is amazing. Exactly what I was looking for in Tampa. After seeing the food, I have to go back and eat

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1 month ago

Great pork, black beans & rice and plantains. Generous portions and enough for two. My wife or i pick up dinner there regularly.

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6 months ago

Diasappointed in the quality of the cuban sandwich. Plus the place was dirt nice people just okay food

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8 months ago

Fantastic sandwiches and service by their team. Will be sure to be back next time I am in town.

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2 years ago

Good coffee and good breakfast sandwich. They do not have any alternative milks. Seems like a nice local spot and we enjoyed the sandwich's.

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5 months ago

Great place for a quick cuban toast and cafe con leche...and they don't gouge you like many other Cuban restaurants! Very nice people also!

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The service is excellent and you can tell that love is put into everything they serve.

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Ask the Community - La Cubanita Cafe

El Cuba Cafe - Excellent house made pork in this Cubano

El Cuba Cafe

4.8(16 reviews)
2.7 mi

I didn't know about this place until my Yelp friend Tim wrote an awesome detailed review about it…read more It took me a while to try it, but I finally did last year. He was very right. Naida makes some tasty Cuban sandwiches here for a good price. The star of the sandwich is Naida's roast pork. It's well seasoned and it totally makes this sandwich shine. I usually get it with everything, but I keep forgetting that they'll include onions if you ask for it "all the way." It's good with or without it, but I prefer it without. Just keep that in mind and be specific if you don't want onions on your sandwich. Naida also makes the best café con leche. I sometimes go there just for Cuban toast and that awesome coffee. It gives me energy! They have a small hot bar area of daily offerings with some kind of rice and beans. It may change daily. I haven't ordered a platter, but I will one day. They do have a tasty arroz con salchichas side item. My mom used to make it sometimes with those little canned Vienna sausages. Yeah, it's a comfort thing for me. They also make wonderful breakfast sandwiches and ham croquettes. El Cuba Cafe is hidden inside of a Circle K convenience store on Bell Shoals Road. It's directly across the street from Publix at Bloomingdale Square. I know it has Cuba in the name, but their is a lot of Puerto Rican representation here. That may also be why I'm so fond of it. It's also super convenient, and the service is great. I usually drive in the back way to avoid all the construction nearby. There's no dining area. You just order your meal and take it with you. It's a no frills kind of place. A real hidden gem!

Great Cuban Sandwiches. Fast Service. Felt confused when I pulled up the lot, but it's inside the…read moreCircle K.

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El Cuba Cafe - View of El Cafe Cuba from the outside.  Yes, El Cafe Cuba is inside CIRCLE K.

View of El Cafe Cuba from the outside. Yes, El Cafe Cuba is inside CIRCLE K.

El Cuba Cafe

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Cali Viejo Restaurant

Cali Viejo Restaurant

3.9(243 reviews)
1.5 mi•Brandon
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I came to Cali Viejo with my family and had a really great experience! We ordered the fried…read morechicken, and it was delicious. It came with rice, beans, and plantains, and the portion was really big for the price. I also got the natural soursop juice, which was really good and refreshing. I tried the Colombian tamal too, and it was HUGE! It came with rice and was very filling. We also got a sandwich with smashed fried plantains, an empanada for my little sister, and some pandebono. Everything was really good! My parents are from Colombia, so they really enjoyed this place and loved the Colombian food. The service was great, the atmosphere was nice, and it's a very family-friendly restaurant. Overall, we had a great experience. The food was delicious, the portions were generous, the prices were reasonable, and the service was great. I would definitely come back and give Cali Viejo 5 stars!

This place was amazing! This is my first time ever having Columbian food, but I genuinely think…read morethat it won't be my last at all! I got the paisa, and when it came out, I was shocked with how much food it was. Definitely worth the money, and a friend of mine got the sampler as a main dish, and it was fantastic! My favorite was the blood sausage for sure! The service was kind, but I will say that there was a good amount of wait for the food. Honestly, I didn't mind it at all. The ambiance is more fancy than I expected but it was a pleasant surprise!

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Cali Viejo Restaurant - Inside of restaurant.

Inside of restaurant.

Cali Viejo Restaurant - Paella

Paella

Cali Viejo Restaurant - Parcha / Passion Fruit and Guanabana / Soursop juice

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Parcha / Passion Fruit and Guanabana / Soursop juice

Box Of Cubans - Black Bean Cuban Bowl

Box Of Cubans

4.8(421 reviews)
5.1 mi
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Stopped in for lunch. It has been a while since I've eaten here because I don't eat pork or beef,…read morebut my SO wanted a Cuban so I figured I'd get a turkey sandwich. Well to my surprise they have added bowls to the menu so I got a chicken bowl and MAN!!!! It's delicious! My SO got a Cuban and he said it was really good.

Alright y'all, here we go with the official review for Box of Cubans - 10451 Gibsonton Dr…read more First things first -- the customer service? Absolutely loved it The guy at the front was on point the whole time. Even coming in right after the lunch rush, he made sure everything stayed clean and organized while still taking care of customers. That kind of attention to detail does not go unnoticed They were out of the sweet teas (I was hurt a little bit ), but overall the experience was still really good. Now let's get into the food because you already know that's what we're here for The chicken empanadas? Delicious. No complaints. The Cuban sandwich? It was good... but I'm gonna keep it real like I always do. The meat was flavorful, but it could've been more evenly distributed, and it didn't have that crispy bread texture I look for. Overall, it just didn't hit that top-tier level for me. So for this location: 8/10 Still a solid experience, still worth the visit -- but as of right now, the Wesley Chapel location is still holding that 10/10 crown And you already know I'm not done... Valrico, I'm coming next. That's Just How Life Goes... and of course, Just How Food Goes

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Box Of Cubans - Empanada Beef & Cheese

Empanada Beef & Cheese

Box Of Cubans - Banana/Nutella Empanada

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Little Habana Cafe - Original Cuban

Little Habana Cafe

4.3(282 reviews)
9.5 mi
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When it came time to plan the catering for our son and daughter in law's wedding on October 4,…read more2026, we knew exactly who to call, our favorite Cuban restaurant, Little Habana Cafe in Riverview! The food was absolutely incredible! Our guests couldn't stop talking about how delicious everything was. In fact, the food might have been the talk of the night, second only to the bride and groom, of course! LOL! I've been to a lot of weddings over the years, and I can honestly say this was the best food I've ever had at a wedding! I can't say enough good things about Al and Tonya. They were so gracious, accommodating, and helpful throughout the entire process. They helped us figure out exactly how much food to order, and they nailed it! We had plenty for everyone without spending money on a bunch of unnecessary leftovers. Little Habana Cafe has been one of our favorite spots for breakfast, lunch, and dinner for years. The food is always fantastic, with that perfect combination of authentic Cuban flavor and home cooked goodness. I wholeheartedly recommend this little local gem, whether you're catering a special event or just looking for a great meal. A huge thank you to Al and Tonya for helping make our son and daughter in law's wedding so memorable! You two knocked it out of the park! If you haven't tried Little Habana Cafe yet, do yourself a favor and stop by. You can thank me later! LOL!

The service industry's a hard road sometimes. Lots of hours and work with small rewards. Even…read moreharder for these smaller places where the family bust their butts to please the public. Not a fancy place and the owner/server/counter sales and busboy rally handles it well. Not a fancy place but the foods the point. Great selection of Cuban dishes and sides. The Cuban cheese steak and original Cuban were both excellent. Definitely a place you need to try.

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Little Habana Cafe - Front counter

Front counter

Little Habana Cafe - Iced Caramel Cafe Con Leche

Iced Caramel Cafe Con Leche

Little Habana Cafe - Front

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