First time visit and first time ever having ox tail (only served on weekends). Loved the vibe of the place. Waitress was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. Several great looking items on the menu. Definitely can't wait to go back! read more

Romeito Cuban Restaurant - Ox Tail - Cuban Near Me - Olathe, Kansas

Who knew yummy Cuban food could be found in Olathe! This spot was recommended by another Yelper. The interior is big but inviting. Nice comfy booths. Saw lots of couples - maybe this a the local date night spot?? Popped in on a Saturday evening. No reservation needed. Started with the garlic bread and chicken samosas. Both were delish. The samosas were stuffed full of chicken. The green sauce was tasty too. Lots of seafood, chicken, beef and pork entrees. I was not familiar with some of the fish entrees. It's a big menu and almost all of it is in Spanish. So I went with what Genevieve our server recommended. The chicken breast with onions and peppers. It's sounds plain but it was full of flavor and served with black beans and rice. I substituted plantains for tostones. The tostones were meh. My dinner companion ordered the chimichurri steak. It also came with black beans, white rice and plantains. She said it was delicious. They also serve paella - which I really wanted to try but they entree is for 2 or more. Some of the fish items are kinda spendy. But the other meat items are in the $20 or less range. In addition to soda and lemonade, they serve margaritas and beer. I ordered a skinny margarita and it tasted watered down. So next time I'll ask for no ice. For dessert we tried the churros. Not bad. The service was great. I'll definitely come back to try some of the seafood entrees. read more

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I LOOOOOVE a good Cuban sandwich, and appreciate almost all Cuban food, so when my aunt invited me here for lunch for my first-ever visit last week, I was pretty excited! First off, I had no idea this place was here! However, upon seeing the depth and history of reviews on Yelp, it appears I'm about the last person in southwest KC to figure it out, so that's a positive! We entered just after opening on a weekday for lunch, and there were a handful of other parties already there. I'm glad we arrived early, as they definitely had a bit of a lunch rush a few minutes later! The dining room was much larger than the strip-mall location makes it appear, and was festive and clean! Our waitress was joined by a new-hire trainee, and both of them were absolutely wonderful! They walked me through some favorites and popular items, which I'm always grateful for on a first visit! Although the menu was pretty expansive, and I was definitely tempted to go in any of a dozen different directions, I HAD to start my Romeito journey with my Cuban go-to: the Cuban sammy, of course! Of note on the menu: they have a Cuban flag next to any item on the menu that denotes a traditional Cuban dish or meal! Very nice! We were served just a few moments after we ordered, and the presentation of my Cuban sandwich was beautiful! My aunt's dish was also very appealing! And, most important of all: everything was absolutely delicious!! My first experience here was absolutely wonderful, and I'll be back very soon and often! Food = 5/5 Facility = 3/5 Service = 5/5 Ambiance = 4/5 Value = 4/5 read more

Romeito Cuban Restaurant - Cuban Near Me - Olathe, Kansas

What a find in of all places, Kansas. Face it, not the first place you would think of for Cuban food. This is a family owned and operated business which deserves to be supported. A lot of love coming through in the food served. I ordered is the Ropa Vieja which literally translates to "old clothes" and is recognized as the national dish of Cuba. The stew was wonderful and the shredded flank steak cooked to perfection. The broth consisted of tomato with pepper & onion. It was incredibly tender and full of amazing flavors cooked long enough to dampen the acidity of the tomatoes. Of course black beans and rice are served with most Cuban dishes and tostones which is plantain which is smashed flat and fried crispy. For $14.99 and a decent portion size, yes please! read more

When my friend and I walked in I noticed the nice vibes. The friendly hostess directed us to our table and on the way there I noticed the waiter doing a happy dance which put a smile on my face. I already like this place and I haven't even tried the food yet. I also like it when the staff seem to really love their job. The nice waiter came and took our order. I ordered a sangria, platano maduro frito (fried sweet plantains) for an appetizer and the sandwich cubano. Everything was amazing! Nice size sangria. The plantains came with a dipping sauce which was really delicious. Big portion too. Loved the cubano sandwich. It was really tasty. Excellent Cuban bread. I am so glad I didn't order fries because I was stuffed and I only ate half a sandwich with leftover plantains. My favorite thing I had was the sandwich but everything was good. This was my first time trying Cuban food and I will definitely be back to try other things. I love this happy place. read more

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Holy cow!! I can't believe a restaurant THIS GOOD is so close to home! I've never had Cuban food before, but me and my family were completely blown away by the cuisine. It was so good that we even got dessert here (which is saying something for us). The whole staff is very friendly and inviting and made us all feel welcome. We started with the tamale appetizer which was incredible. I'd go back for just for that! My husband had the Cubano sandwich, I had the fried fish, and my mother had the grilled chicken marinated in mojo sauce. Absolutely fantastic--all of us were quite impressed with the flavors. For dessert we ordered the bread pudding and churros. They gave us a complementary flan as the chef didn't think the bread pudding was large enough, too. This restaurant is wonderful and we will absolutely be back. If you're in the area, please support this place as it deserves to be packed full. You won't regret the decision. read more

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I absolutely loved the friendly service, and every dish we ordered was absolutely delicious. I can't wait to return and try something new and exciting next time! read more

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I've been salivating to go back to Romeito since my chef friend and I discovered this jewel back in December. It's far from us so I've had to wait. I brought my son today and it did not disappoint. I LUV their fresh and tangy ceviche and my son ordered a pressed sandwich. He loved it and he'a picky. We don't normally order desert but when it's a good meal desert can top the experience. I've never been crazy for flan, always cold and a little hard. I much prefer crème brûlée but the Romeito flan was delicious. Next time I will get my own and not share ha ha ! Lastly it's so nice to see the big hearted owner Cathi there! And she was nice to take a photo with us! Highly recommend. Wish it were closer! read more

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Believe the reviews - this place IS a hidden gem. One bite in on all of four of our meals and we were already talking about coming back. Three of us focused on the dinner entrees and one wasn't going to pass up the opportunity for a Cubano sandwich. We enjoyed two of the Tuesday specials: Carne con Papas & Lechon Asado and the 4th member of our party had the 1/2 Pollo Desguesado. Plenty to eat all around. From the food to the decor to the staff it was a great 1st impression. If we lived closer we would be going here all the time. I think Romeito will be in our favorite restaurant rotation. If you are food adventurous or wondering where you can get great (in our opinion) Cuban food then look no further and get yourself to Romeito! read more

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Location: Olathe, very close to Lenexa, Kansas. Ambiance: indoor seating. Beautiful place with cuban-miami vibe. Paintings and sculptures dedicated to Cuba. It really feels like being in South Florida. Food: Delicious. It's definitely the best Cuban food in this area. Sorry, "la cubana" but there is comparison. Big portions. 1 main dish is enough for 2 people. Beef was moist and well seasoned. Rice was grainy, and plantains were delicious. Pork was also perfectly cooked. Price is not cheap per dish, but if you take into consideration that 1 plate can be shared for 2 people, then certainly it is a very affordable place. Juices were also delicious. Multiple tropical fruits available. Flan was good. Maybe the croquetas were slightly dry. Overall the food here is outstanding. Service: The best that you can get. They are always smiling and ready to serve you. Yelp factor: best Cuban restaurant of this part of the country. We do not have many options, but this restaurant is top-notch. I've been to worse places in South florida. If you want to drink, don't forget to try a mojito. I can't wait to go back to this place... read more

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This is one of my favorite places to eat in Olathe! It's a relaxed place to dine with great service. The food is awesome -- I've gone multiple times, each time trying something new, and I haven't been disappointed. (I'm not Cuban so this is an American opinion). I recommend getting plantains every time. My favorite is the Pan con Bistec Romeito. The servers are always very attentive and nice people. read more

Romeito Cuban Restaurant - Pan Con Bistec Romeito - Cuban Near Me - Olathe, Kansas

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Whenever I used to desire Cuban food, I would make the trek down to Blue Caribe in KCK. Unfortunately, they closed. A friend of mine called me a few months ago and told me there was a new Cuban restaurant where my favorite Mexican restaurant was, so I decided to meet him there for lunch. First off, the restaurant is nicely appointed and very colorful. The seating is comfortable and the place is spotless. I was greeted right away by a friendly lady who turned out to also be our server. She gets people out of their shell with her banter, which I love. Most places these days hire waitstaff that would rather text you and not make eye contact, so I find this refreshing. The food is great! Some people think that Cuban food is bland, but they don't have the palate to enjoy well prepared food. I had gastric issues for a while and Cuban is the only Latin food that I could eat. My favorites are the Lechon Asado and the Cubano sandwich, they are simply delicious. Since the first time I came in, I've been back 8 or 9 times and I have yet to find something that I don't like. In summation, Romeito is a great local gem that deserves your patronage. read more

I did like this place! Pleasant surprise in an unremarkable strip mall. Very spacious and clean inside. Prompt service. Excellent cubano. And the cuban coffee was delicious. This spot will go into our rotation for sure. read more

No need to hop a flight to Miami because there's a taste of Little Havana in Olathe! Fabulous atmosphere ... diverse menu offering classic homestyle Cuban cuisine ... exceptional wait staff. My "go-to" choice is a traditional cubano sandwich, but Romeito's menu has daily specials and the staff is quick to offer suggestions to help me break from tradition to expand my Cuban palate. Only wish I would have discovered this gem sooner!! Save room for dessert ... a Cuban coffee pairs well with anything on the menu. read more

Romeito Cuban Restaurant - Cuban coffee with a side of tres leche cake - Cuban Near Me - Olathe, Kansas

Great food and service, however the Cuban Coffee stole the show!! We tried the empanadas, Cuban sandwich, and a churro- all were large portions and delicious. read more

Romeito Cuban Restaurant - Cuban with Fries - Cuban Near Me - Olathe, Kansas

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It's not Miami, but it's absolutely 100% the best Cuban food we're going to get in Olathe, and I'm here for it. My friend and I ordered the lechon asado and the cubano with a side of tostones. First tip: order extra tostones and maduros. Best decision I made that day. Tostones and maduros are both dishes made from plantains. Tostones are smashed and fried before they're ripe, and they turn into these beautiful, thick crisps that are like the Cuban waffle fries you didn't know you needed in your life. Maduros are sweet and soft where tostones are salty and crispy. They're plantains that have been riped until dark and then fried, and the pair goes so well together with all kinds of Cuban-style prepared meats. Do not skimp on the sides and desserts when it comes to Cuban food--they're worth trying and make the meal that much more. The lechon asado (Cuban marinated pork) was fantastic. I wish it would've had more marinated onions with it and been broken up a bit more, but all things considered, it reminds me of Miami and that's what I was hoping for. Honestly, the Cubano was the only letdown. While it's more authentic than the alternatives, it makes a Cubano just look like a standard fare ham sandwich, and I was looking for a bit more finesse in the bread and meat preparation. Will definitely be coming back to try more. read more

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A new restaurant is in town! Last night, I tried Romeito Cuban Restaurant for the first time. I'm glad to have a new diverse cuisine option in West Olathe. It was actually my first time trying Cuban food, ever. I had a great experience at Romeito. I told the waitress that it was my first time eating Cuban food and asked for recommendations. She explained some of the options on the menu to me and pointed out things I might like. I tried the Ropa Vieja, which was on special. The food was great, and the portion sizes were very large. My partner ordered the Cubano Sandwich, and it was humungous. My Ropa Vieja was a shredded beef in red sauce, and it came with a side of rice, black beans, and sweet plantains. The service was great, and we were surprised with how quickly our food came out. I definitely recommend trying Romeito! read more

Romeito Cuban Restaurant - Cubano Sandwich - Cuban Near Me - Olathe, Kansas

DELICIOUS!! Big portions. I had the pork (lechón asado). It was tender and moist. Just needed a little pinch of salt but once combined with the rice and beans it was perfect. My fiancé said those were the best black beans he ever tried. He had the churrasco which was very good as well the chimichurri was an explosion of flavors. Lastly, the queso flan was very tasty and rich. Will be back for sure read more

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Being married to a Cuban, we are pretty picky about trying authentic Cubano cuisine. Many places have come and gone, and just seem to miss the mark a bit but Romeito feels authentic and genuine. It's located out in Olathe in a strip mall area but feels like family when you enter. The menu is huge and we tried quite a few items. The Cuban sandwich is made the way it should be; with roasted pork, ham, Swiss cheese, mustard, and pickles and the Vaca Frita (fried shredded beef), Maduros (fried sweet plantains), and Black Beans & Rice are all very delicious. Save room for one of their yummy desserts and pair it with a Cuban coffee. You will leave happy! read more

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Everything our family has had was great. For a group we like the appetizer platter and Ceviche. Good Cuban sandwich and empanadas. Many entrees make two meals. This is one of the best restaurants in Johnson County. read more

I really love it when I find a place that we love that is close by to our home. Friendly staff and delicious food. Started with a black marg--a little too sugary for me, but it was good. Got the lechon asada with a side of plantains and vegetable medley. The pork was nice and fatty. Paired with what tasted like a pickled stir fried onion, it worked perfectly with the fatty pieces. I was able to try their side of rice too, and holy moly was it seasoned so well, and so tasty with the pork belly that was it cooked in. We'll definitely be back to try the rest of the menu. read more

Romeito Cuban Restaurant - Lechon asada - Cuban Near Me - Olathe, Kansas

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3 stars because of only 1waitress working lunch!! Other employees were walking around in the dining room but no one would help the waitress! Unbelievable. I mean isn't that customer service 101? When the place is full it should be "All hands on deck"!!! The food was okay. Not much flavor. Probably would not go back. read more

Thrilled to have found out about this place! Food is excellent and service is as well. Authentic Cuban food has been missing in KC and now we have it! They have daily specials and so many choices-pork, chicken, beef, seafood...empanadas! Enjoyed the lechon asado and my husband had the Cuban sandwich. We will definitely be back soon! read more

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Over cooked chicken breast , didn't listen to me as how I like when cooking .. flavorless

Amazing Cuban food. A truly hidden gem in Olathe! We had grilled chicken dish and a pulled pork dish with Cuban coffee. Even though the chicken was good , THE PULLED PORK WAS JUSTTTTTT AMAZING! A must try read more

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This Cuban restaurant serves fantastic food! The flavors are authentic and delicious. I highly recommend trying the "vaca frita" for a flavorful and crispy lunch. Definitely worth a visit! read more

I think we maybe went on a bad night The reviews are so exciting! My husband and I went on a rarely get to do date night with three active teenagers. However it was some yummy appetizers. We got something similar to a sampler style dish. Our main entrees leave something to be desired. I got a cuban sandwich and it comes with plantain chips. It was okay. My husband got pork chunk type dishes because they didn't have what he wanted due to running out. I wanted paella, but it is a dish that needs an hour to cook the server advised. So maybe I should have researched before ‍Our server was attentive at first, except when we asked for more time to look through the foreign menu we seemed to have lost her attention. She went to the front desk and started scrolling on her phone. The other servers seemed more interested in their customers, in my opinion... Probably won't go back, its pretty pricey for our experience we had. read more

Best Cuban food I have had outside of Florida. Wish they were closer to where I lived. But worth the drive. read more

Excellent food and great service. Our group all got different things and sampled each other's food. Everything tasted incredible! There was a steady lunch crowd but the service was fast and friendly. This will definitely become a regular haunt. read more

We came for lunch, party of 4 ladies. It wasn't very busy and our waitress was great. We had croquettes, empanadas, the Romeito sandwich with fries, the Cuban sandwich with plantain chips, chicken and rice soup and Tres leches cake. Everything was amazing. Favorites were the ham and cheese empanadas and the Romeito sandwich. Will definitely be back to try more! read more

This was my fist time here and I loved it! Great good, big portions and very reasonable pricing. Probably one of the best Cuban sandwiches in the city and the pork has excellent flavor and consistency. So glad I found this hidden gem! read more

Romeito Cuban Restaurant - Pork dish - Cuban Near Me - Olathe, Kansas

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Prompt and polite service. My sister got a cafe con leche and she loved it. Giant portions too, leftovers for days! read more

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Management tries to gouge patrons with exorbitant pricing on drinks. Half price on drinks = $8.95 for a margarita. Full price on a short vodka tonic = $14.95. - TWO ounces of vodka and tonic for $14.95!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Still great food here, but don't let management screw you on the cost of drinks. Skip the alcoholic drinks here. Other than management trying to screw the customers with their drink prices...: Really fun atmosphere and superb service. The wait staff and hostess were very helpful and friendly. read more

Very nice meal! We had a large group of about 7 for lunch on Sunday, and the waitress took good care of us. All our food came out at the same time and even allergies were accounted for and accommodated. Our drinks were kept refilled and the bread at the beginning of the meal was even good too. The music was a bit loud, but the atmosphere overall was fine and comfortable. The rice was very tasty, so flavorful. My meal was verry good, I enjoyed the Pollo Artesano, I would definitely get it again. The combo of flavors was unlike any I had had before, and the portion size was very generous. Could probably last 3 meals! I think this could be a good place to go for families, friends, or anybody. They had quite a drink and cocktail selection too, though it looked kind of pricey. read more

Romeito Cuban Restaurant - pollo artesano - yum! - Cuban Near Me - Olathe, Kansas

Had a great experience here. The waiter talked us through lots of questions so we could get exactly what we want. I tried some of my friends tostones with shrimp and the shrimp and sauce in it was amazing. Garlic bread to start, then I had the churrascosteak, the chimichirri sauce in it was delicious and the steak was massive. The drinks and desserts were great as well. read more

Romeito Cuban Restaurant - Tostones with shrimp - Cuban Near Me - Olathe, Kansas

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Not everything here is great but the recommendations are incredible. If you have ever wondered what Cuban food should taste like you should come. read more

Went back today for lunch and we were not disappointed. Our server was super helpful and I decided to try something new-viejo tops which was a beef dish sautéd in a tomato, onion and pepper sauce- served with black beans, rice and plantains. It was excellent! My husband had the Cuban sandwich- also fantastic. We had the empanadas as an appetizer- the sauce they serve with it was awesome. We will be back! read more

Romeito Cuban Restaurant - Cuban sandwich - Cuban Near Me - Olathe, Kansas

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A little hidden gem of Olathe. I was told about this place from a good friend and I shocked that I had driven past it so many times! Romeito is a cute little restaurant in a strip mall. Good for casual dining. The server was very nice from Argentina. They brought out a garlic bread that I believe was made on brioche bread. For an appetizer we ordered the Cerviche which had fish and shrimp cured in Lemon Juice, cilantro and tomatoes. It was served with banana chips. The flavors were really great. Very strong citrus flavor. I was going to order just the flank steak but the server showed me for just 3 more dollars I could get the same meal with shrimp and calamari. The only difference was that no beans and rice were included. That was fine because instead of the plantains I got their beans and rice and yuka. The rice could've used more flavor but I took the juice from my cerviche and drizzled it on top. The flank steak was not soft but its not the best time for steak. The calamari was chewy, but the shrimp was great. The yuka had a great flavor. Looking at it, you would think it wouldn't have flavor but it was fantastic. My dining partner ordered the Lechon Asado. Which is basically roasted pork, it was very juicy and tender. It came with white rice and black beans along with fried plantains. The meal was about 75$. I really liked this place and would like to try other items in their menu, in particular the chicken options. I would highly recommend. read more

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We tried Romeito's for lunch based on Yelp reviews, and the reviews were pretty much right on point. Notes to consider... the Mojitos were absolutely great, best I've ever had. The Cuban sandwich was Large and really well done. The flan... top notch, really top notch! Added bonus... Tuesday through Friday lunch gets a complimentary closer of Cuban coffee... very nice touch! Service was friendly and helpful. Ambience... clean, mellow, relaxed, casual... easy to spend some time here. read more

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Second visit. Took a group of 14 for a late family lunch on a Saturday. Romeitos handled it beautifully. The best mojito I've ever had. Seriously good. And I've had them all over, even better than any I've had in Florida. Great Cuban sandwich. Ask to hold the mayo, if that's not your thing. The lentil soup is a bowl of heaven. The frijoles negros were perfectly cooked and had a thick, soupy consistency. Just like they should. House made croquetas are top notch. Loved the tostones rellenos with shrimp. Cafe Cubano is just how you want it to be. Owner Chavez and family/staff are so kind and truly care about your experience at their restaurant. Looking forward to our next visit. Highly recommend. read more

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