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La Teresita Restaurant

3.5 (183 reviews)
InexpensiveCuban, Spanish
Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Sean L.

Great food and service. Best Cuban food since I left Miami. Gustan was our favorite server so far. We will definitely be back

Charges for taxes that don't exist on food in FL. An upcharge for requesting no onions. A charge for a Togo box. Won't be back
Kim P.

So, I've worked in the food industry here in FL for almost 22 years. I have never seen a service fee on eating in a restaurant. Nor have I ever seen a charge for a Togo container. All were deducted from the tip I left. It was a terrible lunch. My daughter's soup had rice instead of noodles. Not sure if they just ran out that day or forgot to add it to the soup. Oh...and I just realized they charged me a $1 for no onions on my pork! Laughable. It wasn't good food. The croquetta were burnt. The pork was dry. The plantain wasn't ripe before they cooked it, resulting in a strange, hard burnt banana. Not good. I wouldn't recommend this restaurant to anyone. I won't be back.

Dee R.

I stumbled on this place while working in St. Petersburg. The owner was very friendly and the restaurant has been in business over 20 years. I came back later for a late lunch, and our waiter, Jesse, was helpful when I asked for recommendations. Pollo Ala Russa was my choice with Yuca and Caldo soup. The chicken was breaded and juicy, with small peas in a light very flavorful sauce. I really enjoyed the collard green soup with beans. It was something new for me to try and it made me happy. The Yuca had a Mojo sauce on it, which added extra flavor. They even served some warm Cuban bread before the meal. I will definitely find my way back to this great little restaurant. Maybe sit on the patio, try something else new. Price , service, and food are all a win. It's worth the drive.

Teresa L.

The extra star is for the service. We felt the food could have been better. The tostones looked and tasted like they were out of the freezer. The sopa de pollo was okay but not outstanding. The tamale had barely any meat and could have used a little Adobo for flavor. The croquets were unremarkable. Our favorite of the meal was the yuca fritas with mojo sauce. This part of the meal was the most authentic, homemade portion for us. But unless you are only ordering yuca, I don't know that we could recommend the food.

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Kevin M.

This place isn't real convenient for me, but I wanted to try it for a long time. I was at the Dr not far from there, and couldn't just drive by. Had to stop for lunch to go. The pork I will say was fantastic, moist and just bursting with flavor! The beans were just ok, a lot of liquid and kind of lacking flavor. I asked for collards and got plantains instead, I like plantains but wasn't in the mood that day. So I didn't want to drive all the way back. The service was acceptable for take out, but not terribly enthusiastic. The place was well decorated and seems like a decent place to dine in, I will likely give it a second chance. Overall I can't leave a bad review, I'll be back.

Croquetas de Queso appetizer, lightly breaded, fried and a soft hot & cheesy inside
Larry B.

As it's been way too long since our last visit, we stopped in for a nice lunch. As we love their Croquetas De Queso we simply couldn't start without them - They were Fantastic! We kept it simple with an order of Black Bean Soup and a order of Yellow Rice each. We should've split an order of rice as we were stuffed at the end. Their Black Bean Soup and Yellow Rice is about as good as it gets ! Awesome delicious comfort food and add a little Goya Cayenne Pepper Hot Sauce and WOW! We finished with a shot of Espresso each that simply was the "Icing on the Cake"! The service was quite attentive and friendly, the modest cost was much welcomed and left us saying "We don't come here often enough!" We highly recommend La Teresita!

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Very good Cuban food at a reasonable price. The portions are quite large and the service is great.

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Chicken and yellow rice great everything was great have been back occasionally always good

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Very authentic! The Cuban sandwich was very good. It's all I ever get there but there's a lot of good stuff on the menu.

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Large servings, authentic, and fresh juices. We left so full. Live music and server was so sweet. Came to FL for Cuban food and found it.

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Great food, service and atmosphere at a reasonable price. My favorite for Cuban food.

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I always order the Ropa Viejo yellow rice, chicken rice soup, which is homemade every day and the plantains. You cannot go wrong.

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4.7(20 reviews)
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Great new spot with real Spanish food. None of that fake stuff that's around here. It's so hard to…read morefind legit Spanish food in this area and now we have. We will definitely be coming back over and over.

Cuban food lovers pay attention! Azucar in St Pete needs is a delightful new addition to the…read moregrowing selection of Cuban eateries in Pinellas and they deserve your attention! We stopped in for breakfast at Azucar on the Sunday of Labor Day weekend after seeing a piece about them on "I Love St Pete." What got me excited to try them specifically was their seeming focus on street food items like croquetas, papas rellenas, and empanadas--while some Cuban food spots on this side of Tampa Bay like La Segunda or Bodega have Cuban Sandwiches and empanadas covered, not everyone does croquetas. Now, for someone like me, who grew up on those deep-fried, ham-filled, finger food-sized bits of goodness, that's just a crime, so I welcome any Cuban/Latin American joint to the area who serves them as long as they do them right. Let me assure any other croquetas fan reading this that Azucar DOES do them right, and a whole lot more! A few things to note before you go. Azucar is located in a tiny space next to the Wheelhouse on Central Ave--they took over the space previous occupied by Ohio Pizza Pie. Their business at the moment is mostly pick-up and carry out because they have VERY limited seating on site--basically a few tables and stools to accommodate patrons waiting on their to-go orders. Not to worry, though. Aside from calling in your order and picking it up, Azucar also utilizes GrubHub and Door Dash, so delivery is an option, too. Also, note their business hours. Azucar is open daily 8am-5pm, so they're targeting the breakfast and lunch market in the area. That means it's just about perfect for getting your cafe con Leche or cortadito first thing in the morning along with a breakfast empanada or tostada. That brings me finally to the food. Almost everything Mel and I tried that morning was delicious. The croquetas--obviously the first thing I tried--were perfect. Their ground ham filling was flavorful and reminded me of mornings with my dad in Hialeah, eating from corner cafes and walk-up spots. The breakfast empanadas also were excellent. Made from house made dough and filled with scrambled eggs, mozzarella cheese, and sausage, they have great flavor on their own, but be sure to try them with the dipping sauces they have to offer. If I have to be truly critical of anything, it was the papa rellena we ordered. The mashed potato stuffing needed some seasoning and the picadillo at the center, while flavorful, wasn't fully heated through. Little things that I'm sure will be corrected by the next time we order from them, which will be soon! Oh, and let me just say this: do NOT leave without ordering the Dulce de Leche empanadas. They're served up piping hot, covered with powdered sugar with Dulce de Leche caramel dripping out after every drop. Amazing stuff!

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Outside Limited Seating

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3.9(376 reviews)
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This is a must for anyone who likes Cuban sandwiches…read more Our go to lunch spot on Treasure Island. The sandwiches are delicious and huge. We have had the traditional Cuban, the Salami and the Roast Beef. All are amazing. It is a no frills spot with plenty of outdoor seating and some indoor as well. The bread is perfect, the beans and rice spot on, but you come for the sandwiches, and they deliver. The staff are pretty laid back and it is simple service and good food. Like I said, we always come here when we are in town. We had to wait for while after the hurricanes but I am so glad they are open again. Stop in and enjoy.

My go to for delicious rice and beans, along with the half Cuban lunch special…read more For just under $15, the half Cuban sandwich along with a side of rice beans and onions, accompanied by a fountain drink is the deal of deals and absolute delicious made with love The Cuban sandwich is a generous portion of ham and pork, with cheese, a nice spicy mustard and pickle on a fresh roll, pressed The initial bite is an explosion of different flavors, sweet savory spicy all in one taste. This sandwich is so on point words can't even describe it, so you would have to go and stop and try it on your own. My costar of the show is the order of rice, beans, and onions as a side. In a little container, the rice is on the bottom, yellow, not mushy not crunchy just perfect, with a beautifully baked beans on top, with a lovely, sweet, savory juice. Topped that all off with the crunchy onions and you have a winner of winners. Add the fresh fountain, drink, and sit outside under the cabana, and just take life and enjoy the lunch. Services with a smile, and they do take credit and debit cards also. I also noticed a lot of takeout happening when I arrived. When on Treasure Island this really is my favorite spot for lunch Easy parking both in the front, the side of the building and in the back. It's a little tricky backing out onto the main drag, but doable. Thanks again for a wonderful experience Floridian. You really are a staple in the community and much appreciated.

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The Floridian - Enjoying a Cuban meal with the wifey at The he Floridian for Memorial Day.

Enjoying a Cuban meal with the wifey at The he Floridian for Memorial Day.

The Floridian - The wait staff during a little bit of a slow time

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The wait staff during a little bit of a slow time

Pepo's Cuban Cafe - Chocolate cake

Pepo's Cuban Cafe

4.1(212 reviews)
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I recently went there for lunch the restaurant had a great ambiance made you feel right at home and…read morein general it was good the flavor was right on par , service and price were good but man my wife and I really fought for our lives with the palomilla steak sandwich it had to be the hardest steak to chew in my life.

Well now... I suppose there are evenings that just sort of tip their hat to you and say, "Remember…read morethis one." Tonight was one of those--with just a little salt in the air and a soft island rhythm tapping its foot in the background. I sat down at Pepo's and was served a plate of roasted pork resting there like it knew it belonged--tender, patient, and full of purpose--laid over a bed of warm yellow rice. There were chopped white onions scattered about, honest and bright, alongside black beans that tasted like they'd been simmering all afternoon without a single worry in the world. And then there was the yucca. Not firm or stubborn--no sir. It had been cooked long enough to give up its starch and relax a bit, turning soft and generous, almost like stewed potatoes that had wandered too close to butter and garlic and decided to stay awhile. Comforting in that slow, unhurried way... the kind that makes you lean back in your chair and exhale. But it was that pork... well, that pork had a story. A quiet one. The gentle punch of Cuban mojo--sour oranges and garlic shaking hands just right--bringing along sunshine, music, and that unmistakable feeling that you're exactly where you're supposed to be. Not flashy. Just honest. Like a good song played at the right volume. Truth be told, the meal was so good that before I left, I ordered a Cuban sandwich to go, along with a Cuban tamale--already looking forward to lunch tomorrow while flying back toward the Northeast, tracing the Florida coastline below. I imagine it'll taste just as good at altitude, maybe even better, with a little daydreaming and a smile. You know, meals like this don't just feed you. They put you at ease. And I can tell you this much--I'll be back one day. Because when food makes you feel this welcome, you don't forget it. You just carry it with you... maybe humming a tune as you go.

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Pepo's Cuban Cafe - Cake

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