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    Paradise Cuban Restaurant

    3.6 (261 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Cuban cafe
    Mary K.

    Chaotic in the morning but really tasty food. The ambience is ok Outdoors nice but it's hot when it's hot out there. Fresh oj is fresh squeezed but not cheap. But very delicious. Loved the Cuban bread and home fries. But honestly this was nothing special beyond the Cuban cafe Would def go back but not expecting anything more than a good breakfast in a mediocre location. We had a basic breakfast with Cuban toast -- delicious-- and Cuban coffee here.

    Cuban coffee - cordadito
    Josh B.

    Delicious food and coffee. Great service. Went here a few times while staying at a hotel nearby! Highly recommend. Great outdoor patio to enjoy your food and drink.

    Breakfast Burrito, Grits, Hashbrown, Smoothies & Caffe!
    Cathy W.

    On our return trip from Key West Tripadvisor let us hear for Cuban cuisine and we were not disappointed. Ample parking, a warm greeting and outstanding breakfast burritos, smoothies, and the perfect bowl of grits. Many wonderful choices for breakfast and lunch and everyone here has a smile on their face. Our server, Jeidy, checked on a several times, & made sure we had everything we needed for a delicious meal, including hot sauce. We highly recommend just a Paradise Cuban Restaurant!

    Lovely patio!
    Ashley W.

    This place is amazing!! We road our bikes to Paradise several times during our visit to Marathon. Hayley's homemade bread comes out hot and fresh. Absolutely authentic Cuban coffee! The home potatoes are where it's at. And the proof is all the sweet and friendly Cuban grandmas who start their day, every morning on the patio. Oh! And don't miss the homemade ham and cheese empanadas. (My mouth is watering, remembering them.) The staff was so friendly and engaging - clearly proud of their incredible food. Well done, Paradise!

    We had breakfast lunch and dinner there and it was amazing! Restaurant was local like, clean and the staff was very friendly! A must stop on your way to Key West or while youre in Marathon!!

    Cuban breakfast
    Scott D.

    Breakfast was wonderful. Sitting outside we got serenaded by birds. Mom and pop place. Richelle loved her Cuban Breakfast and dad loved his Cuban omelette. Both said the bread was fantastic, and the Cuban coffee was what they need to start their day. I had a Cuban frappe. Make sure to check out the tables inside, they have helpful translations between Cuban, Spanish and English. Two of my favorites: An older man who likes younger women, and they are not very good in bed.

    My pork sandwich
    Angela S.

    Thank you to our friend Todd, who visits marathon often, for recommending this place. I had the pork sandwich and my friends had the cubano. These sandwiches are gigantic and so flavorful. The service was fast and everything was steaming hot. We all had fresh juice that was a perfect compliment. We are already planning to come back for breakfast tomorrow.

    Authentic Cuban coffee!
    Azurely K.

    Best service and the most amazing Cuban coffee and sandwich! We stayed at the tranquilly bay resort and walked over! It's a must if you are in the area!

    Cortadito was the best I have ever had!

    We had breakfast and everything was amazing from the food to the service! Will definitely be back!

    Flancake Vanilla
    Jules C.

    The Guarapo Has The Signature Sugar Cane Taste, And The Perfect Amount Of Sweetness. The Flancake Vanilla Is Absolutely Delicious. The Ensalada Fría Was Very Unique To Say The Least. Ensalada Fría Is Normaly A Bit More Sweet And Savory. But This Place's Ensalada Fría Is Sweet And Garlicky. But The Employees Are Super Nice. And The Ambiance Of The Restaurant Was Nice And Very Welcoming.

    Cuban is huge

    If driving to Key West or back, this is a must stop. Has the most authentic Cuban sandwich in the Keys (real hot pork shoulder) did not skimp, fresh Cuban bread, melted Swiss cheese, and pressed. The beef empanadas did not disappoint either; they are as close to what grandma used to make...

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    Sweet service and delicious cafe con leche. Their empanadas make for a great snack if you are in a hurry, but they have a vast menu.

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    Very nice inside, great smoothies and food. We had the Cuban and pork as well as the yellowtail fish and highly recommend

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    The staff are super friendly and the food is great, and a very cute little restaurant, the also make the best juice.

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    The cuban sandwich is i was driving back w mom from key west. We shared the cuban sandwich and fries. Get it!

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    Cuban sandwiches tasted like perfume or soap. We ordered 8 and they all tasted terrible.

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    awesome food and service. nice atmosphere, best for a quick bite. the outside patio is super

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    Only had the Cuban coffee which was superb and highly recommended. Didn't get a chance to try any of the food.

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    Empanadas were amazing. Great taste and very reasonably priced. The workers are super friendly.

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