Fantastic! Hidden gem in Boca Raton! Great service by Fernando! Very authentic Cuban food and awesome atmosphere! read more

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We were in the mood for Cuban food and since we moved back to Boca, we haven't been to The Cuban Cafe Restaurant in years, we ordered take out. My wife tried the Pechuga Cienfuegos, Grilled chicken breast topped with onions, fresh green peppers and melted cheese. She liked it vey much, large portion. I had one of my favorites, Lechon Asado, tender roasted pork, marinated in a citrus and garlic sauce. It was tasteless lacking flavor. Both come with a choice of white or yellow rice, black or red beans, and plantains or tostones. Only 2 small plantains. read more

We found our new favorite Cuban restaurant. It's a little out of our way but certainly worth it. The food was authentic and the service was wonderful. When we arrived rather early there were only two other tables filled and a few people at the bar. We were seated immediately and served a delicious bread basket. As the night progressed so did the people. We had our order in mind before we arrived, Ropa Vieja and Palomilla Steak. I was able to substitute the rice and beans for a very fresh side salad. The atmosphere felt like a comfortable authentic Cuban restaurant and we were amazed to hear they have been here 35 years. Our sever had been there 25 years. We ended our dinner with Decaf cuban coffee - an oxymoron but we slept well that night and dreamt of our delicious meal ! It will be a regular stop from now on. read more

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We really enjoyed our dinner here on Sept 10. They started us out with fresh warm buttered bread that was so soft and fluffy. We ordered drinks, mine was the Havana mojito (tequila) and while it didn't taste very strong at all ie i couldn't tell there was tequila in it, it was delicious with plenty of fresh mint and I did enjoy it. We had empanadas as appetizer and the hot pico they came with was awesome - empanadas were impressively moist fresh and very full. Best we've had. I ordered vaca frita which was crispy with a good mild flavor of the marinade And crispy without being oily. Ordered black beans to put atop the white rice and they were very flavorful too. Sweet plantains, delicious. My husband ordered the Churrasco a thin steak with chimichurri which was ok - he enjoyed it enough especially after putting a side of spicy hot pico on top, but I don't think he liked it enough to order it again. I tasted it and thought the chimichurri was not quite as flavorful as I'd hoped, to help the otherwise bland steak. So putting hot pico on the leftovers he took home really helped it. He also ordered a side of black beans to go with his rice. He enjoyed his bourbon & tonic. Next time we may try the Moho rice I think it's called, that already has black beans in it. I don't know if I can do a double review or how many photos I can post but a few days later we ordered delivery of Cubano sandwiches, one with fries & one with plantain chips that come with them; plus a tamal and 2 empanadas. The empanadas were a bit disappointing compared to the above mentioned dine-in experience because they weren't nearly as full. I've never had a Cuban tamal before (we split it) so I don't know what's fair to say about it - other than it was not to my liking enough to order it again. There were chopped bits of pork in it and I don't know what the orange coloring was but overall somewhat bland and couldn't taste the pork bits. I had been hoping the pork would be in the center, meaty chunk surrounded by the corn tamal so that I could actually taste the pork. The tamal was laying atop an oily-orange soaked corn husk in the go container. Oh and there were onions in there too, to eat with it. The Cuban sandwiches were good & meaty. My husband commented though that they were too dry. He added pickles and mustard to his; I didn't add anything. It was good, but I'm not sure it's the best Cubano I've tasted. I did love the shredded roast pork in it - that's always the best part to me. I saved the plantain chips for later snack and enjoyed them. Oh and we don't know why but my sandwich came with liquidy mojo sauce/ marinade, and my husband's didn't. I did dip some bites into it for the moisture especially some pieces of the bread/bun, but the flavorful marinade then takes over and it's not the same as eating a Cuban sandwich for the meat & cheese flavors. Overall the vaca frita was the best food there so far and I'd go back to dine in again in hopes the empanadas are just better as served for dine in. Wink. I might also be interested in the ropa vieja because photos of that look delicious. Our server was Jose and he took good care of us. read more

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If I could give 4 1/2 stars I would. The shrimp dish was solid. The chicken dish was good. The service was great. The atmosphere was interesting. The value was decent. The amount of food was reasonable. read more

The Cuban Cafe Restaurant - Flatten Chicken with onions. It also comes with black beans not in picture. À la Plancha - Cafes Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

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Welcoming place with good service and good food, with a good measure of preCastro decor. Service was pretty fast, although it was about only half full during our visit. We ordered the Palomilla and Vaca Frita, both of which were good enough to order again. The accompanying rice was moist and had just a hint of herbiness, which paired nicely with the black bean soup...which was good enough on its own to finish completely. We were too full for coffee or desert, but I'll definitely try their Cuban coffee next time. read more

The Cuban Cafe Restaurant - Palomilla - Cafes Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

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Solid Cuban restaurant with classic menu. I ordered the Churrasco steak with chimichurri sauce. It was done perfectly. I also got their Cuban coffee which was awesome. Highly recommend this place for lunch (maybe casual dinner too). The service was adequate and we were happy. P.S. this is the second time I have been here and the bread was amazing! read more

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Consistency and quality is important. This restaurant always provides a wonderful meal. I grew up in Key West enjoying Cuban food and this reminds me of those tastes and smells. Give them a try, they won't disappoint! read more

Good food. Great cafe con leche. Atmosphere is also nice if you eat in. Good location service is great read more

Had high hopes from the reviews but was truly disappointed. I ordered Rooa Vieja entree and it was tasteless. They don't have any batidos, juices etc. Not an authentic Cuban cuisine as they claim to be. Will keep looking for a better place in the area. read more

Great atmosphere and amazing food. Engaged competent service. Highly recommended. This place will become a weekly stop for me.

The ropa vieja and chicken fricasse were delicious! As always , Cuban Cafe doesn't disappoint and the service is always great.

You would not expect this nice interior from the restaurant's modest exterior. We sat for lunch at a table with a lot of natural light, a U-turn to the left of the entrance. Black bean soup and a Cuban sandwich to split were fantastic. We enjoyed the gracious welcome and the smiling staff. read more

Best Cuban food in Boca. Get the Churrasco. Servers are always super nice. I also highly recommend the tres leches.

Ummmmmm I was so excited to visit the Cuban Cafe. I haven't been here in 25 years. I was pleasantly surprised that the US Open was on the TV at the bar! I ordered my wine and then a worker sat at the end of the bar and watching videos on his phone so loudly that I couldn't relax. So much for a nice evening out. I didn't complain because he might be the owner???? read more

The food is very bland here. It may be designed to accommodate the local palate. The best way I can describe it is that the flavor here is the "taste of the wealthy retirement community". The food is definitely edible and the service is very friendly. The sweet platanos (maduros) are delicious (as they naturally are). We enjoyed ourselves, but it's unlikely that we will return. read more

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Oh this place was delicious! I ordered the Cuban sandwich and it did not disappoint. It was very cheesy and very big! I also ordered a beef empanada and it was delicious. I would love to come back here! Next time I'm in town I'll be there. read more

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Not real authentic Cuban food, just ok and over priced . Will not be returning , not worth the drive.

I tried the Ropa Vieja and Vaca Frita, both were delicious. I prefer ropa vieja because it was juicier. Very nice ambiance and staff were friendly. I also loveed the flan! Will come back. Portions were big enough for my lunch the next day! read more

Food was amazing. Service was a little slow but also it forced us to just relax and enjoy a leisurely lunch.

Delicious all around. This style cooking and flavors reminded me of my grandmother's cooking. Very well pleased. The staff was so friendly and welcoming. Loved going here for a lunch date. Highly recommend. read more

The frijoles negros are fantastic. Well-seasoned, earthy, and a nice hint of spice. The Havana Mojito has fresh mint I am convinced they grow. The whole mixture is well muddled. The decor and tableware are simple, rustic, and warming. The arroz amarillo is chewy and flavorful. The maduros (sweet plaitains) are well done and caramelized. My only small knock is that the frutos del mar could have used a little more salt to really make the sauce sing. Bilingual staff makes ordering easy! read more

Three stars because the server/coffee tender was so empty with no personality that it made my Cuban coffee taste more bitter then tarr. Everyone knows Cubans to be happy good people this guy made my ropa veja taste like a wet mess. The food portions are okay. The whole meal would've tasted better with better service . BUT AGAIN IN BOCA NO ENVIRONMENTAL CARE THANK GOD THEY DONT SERVE WITH PLASTIC WARE BUT THE TO GO BOXES ARE NOT ECO FRIENDLY . DO BETTER. YOU CAN AFFORD ECO FRIENDLY PRODUCTS . STOP WASTING FOOD. read more

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Had the pork, fish and churrosco. The food was good. The service was even better. We highly recommend.

The real deal. I have driven by this restaurant for years and never thought about stopping in. Fortunately, I went here for lunch and the food was definitely authentic and tasty. The Cubano sandwich was perfectly cooked and the plantains were stellar. Their Cuban coffee also did not disappoint. Will definitely come back read more

I arrived during the lunch rush with my colleagues but were able to get seated quickly because we rsvp'd. The service was surprisingly quick! We were able to receive our orders in no time. The lunch portions are dinner size. The food is typical Cuban food and the atmosphere is nice. Beautiful inside - ample space between tables and I love how the bar is the first thing you see when you walk in. read more

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A Friendly staff makes you feel like family. We drive down from Port Saint Lucie for lunch or dinner several times a month. That's how good the pechuga la plancha is ! The Sangria is freshly made and delish, topped off with a cortadito made by Hose after dinner. I want to take him home! I promise you will not be disappointed. Tell Ray the boss Filipe sent you. read more

After being in Florida for 8 months, I finally got to try out a local Cuban restaurant. We came here for lunch and arrived right before noon and there was still a good amount of seating available. The service here was pretty good. My husband and I both got the same dish, which was the Cubano sandwich that came with plantain chips. We also got an empanada. I really liked the sandwich and chips. They also provided complimentary warm toasted bread and it was very good. I look forward to coming here again to try out a different dish. The prices here are very reasonable for lunch. Parking here was also very easy with spots right outside the restaurant but I can see it getting busy if you come after noon for lunch. read more

The Cuban Cafe Restaurant - Cubano with plantains - Cafes Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

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We found this restaurant to be excellent. The setting is quiet and peaceful. You can actually hear your companionship. The staff was excellent and responsive. The La plancha de pollo and Milanese was excellent and plentiful. A Latin find. read more

Cuban sandwich, moros and yuca. All were wonderful. Quick and friendly service. New go to place when in Boca.

A little disorganized service, but good pastry and coffee. Lots of noisy traffic. Picnic tables and chairs.

Best Cuban sandwich in the state ! All fresh ingredients accompanied by plantains and a delicious mojito dipping sauce. The ham and pork were marinated nicely and the melted cheese was dripping off the side. Perfect! Croquettes (hamon) were freshly made, very tasty, and also accompanied by a delicious spicy salsa. Lightly breaded, rolled and fried to a golden presentation. The toasted bread served to the table was hot and fluffy. Red Sangria was ok, fruit not marinated in for the sweetness, but fresh, crispy fruit added to the glass. And the reason it is not a five star, the dinner. Authentic Cuban selections were picadillo and ropa veija. The best way to try out a new Cuba restaurant is the sole food. Both good, but missing some spice to create the Cuban recipe. Also A bit too liquidy on the sauces it sat in. Although it won't discourage me from going back, I won't order the same thing next time. The black beans, rice and maduros Served with the meal were delicious. Maduros were sweet, not greasy and perfectly lightly fried. Restaurant clean, service was great and the decor makes you feel like you are at a cafe in Cuba. read more

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Really nice and the food was top notch. Almost the same as our Versailles in Los Angeles, except our has let's of lemon juice with the chicken and pork, but yours didn't. But, all in all everything at cafe Cuba was really good read more

We've been looking for a good Cuban restaurant, and finally found it. They have been in business almost 30 years, but they are a secret that should be shared! Can't remember what everyone else had, but I had the Ropa Vieja, and it was DELICIOUS!! Generous helping of black beans and rice. Next time, we will also order an extra plate of plantains...extremely tasty!! read more

This is an excellent restaurant with real authentic Cuban food. The staff is friendly and inviting. The pork, chicken and fish dishes are all wonderful. This is, without a doubt, the best Cuban restaurant in Boca Raton. read more

For a restaurant to be in business in the same location for 26 years, they must be doing something right. And Cuban Cafe serves up decent, sometimes better than good, Cuban food. Their broiled fish, usually red snapper, is quite tasty, and their shrimp in garlic sauce is a large serving of medium sized shrimp in a zesty sauce. Dining with a Puerto Rican who is hyper critical about rice, beans, flan, and tostones, his verdict is that they are each outstanding. And that's important, of course. The environment is clean, almost spartan, other than the artwork on the walls. The servers are attentive and efficient, and some have been there for 20+ years. No nonsense. The portions are well sized, although they could be a bit more generous with the sides, other than the rice, which is a huge portion. The lunch crowd is mainly business people and appears younger than the evening dinner crowd, comprised of older local Boca couples looking for Cuban food without the need to travel to West Palm or Miami. The kitchen is fast, so you can get in, order, eat, and be out of there in under an hour. Great at lunch if that's what you are looking for. Not a place to stretch out your meal, though. So if you're Cuban, or have been exposed to authentic Cuban restaurants (with Cuban chefs) in South Florida, you'll likely be underwhelmed. If you're looking for moderately priced meals, good service, and food that can be tasty, if not awesome, go here. read more

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Food is always fresh, and good, especially the "Ensalada de Pescado" , which is snapper grilled and served over a very fresh lettuce, onion and tomato salad with vinaigrette dressing on the side. The fish is always perfect. Their other menu items are all good, and entrees are served with rice and delicious black beans. We've been customers for years and are treated like family. But we are choosy and would not have have co ti read more

I ordered the Cuban sandwich for takeout, and within 12 minutes between my call and my arrival my food was hot and ready. The staff were friendly and very attentive, and the food even better. read more

I totally forgot about Cuban Café which I had been to years ago when it was actually owned by Cuban owners. My son recommended we meet there for lunch since he works close by, years later. Since then I have been their twice for several reasons. First, I must say that every time I have been there, the parking lot is full, there is a line of people always waiting and the tables and bar are always filled to capacity. The location is perfect, just south of Spanish River on Second Avenue, where there are a lot of business within a short distance, so no wonder it is always busy. When you walk in do not get discouraged to be in a line of people waiting because it goes really fast. They seem to move tables quickly at least when it comes to lunch. Twice, my son and I got seated immediately at a regular table, and once I sat at a large bar which was excellent, great service, 2 TV's directly in front of me and an extremely friendly server behind the bar. The service at the tables are no different. Once we placed our order, we got served within 10 minutes. They have the service thing down right,, from seating to serving and getting the bill. I have been in and out of there in 45 minutes. The atmosphere is really clean and their are two dining areas. One that seats 2 and 4 top tables and the other on the other side of the restaurant for large parties also, which is a much bigger area. This is not a small place although from the front it looks small. I love the bar area the best. It is not your typical liquor bar, but an eating area with a couple of Cuban Coffee machines and a small wine cooler. Plenty of room and quick service as well. They do serve wines from Argentina and Chile as well as beer, Margaritas and Home Made Sangria, either white or red. Since the restaurant was sold to different owners six years ago, the original chef had left. It now does not serve the "authentic" Cuban food you would get at the Cuban owned restaurants, but your typical pulled pork, beef, chicken and fish, all very generous portions. They always serve fried plantains, black beans and rice, also in large portions and consistently great flavor. I happen to love their pulled pork. I have had the chicken and I is really flavorful marinated and grilled with a lime based marinade. I ordered their Cuban Coffee in the end, and it is just as good as any Cuban restaurant, including the authentic places I have been to. I really think Cuban Café is a GREAT lunch place. You get seated quickly, the service is excellent like they have been doing it the same way for years. The food is really good but if you are experienced in real Cuban cuisine, do not expect this place to live up to the great places you may have tried in South Florida that ARE authentic Cuban. Consistency is always key to a successful restaurant, and consistently good is what Cuban Café is all about. read more

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Fantastic food, excellent service and very nice ambiance. Most Cuban restaurants in Florida are awesome, but this is a very elegant but not pompous establishment. read more