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Another visit while we are here and just as good! This time for more breakfast. Really enjoyed the buttered pan and of course the cafe con leche read more

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Awesome place I would highly recommend it. Food is very authentic! Don't miss out on the cafecito

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This place was a absolute gem! Unbelievable authentic food. I could come here daily. Staff are great and food is amazing. We will be back! read more

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I've been coming here since 2020. I have to stop everytime I come. Everything is amazing. Try the croquettasz

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Delicious and friendly! We grab a sandwich to share and go to the brew hub and eat outside with our dig. The best of both worlds! A gem in Waynesville! read more

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Very friendly people and the food and coffee is excellent. Everything is fresh Only 1 block from Main Street , downtown waynesville.

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Great food! Authentic Cuban down to real sugar in your cafe con leche. Owner is lovely. Enjoy!

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3 years ago

The Cuban Guy is an excellent restaurant. We went there for lunch today. We ordered a Cuban, a Midnight, and a Coquette sandwich. Each sandwich came with a bag of chips. The three of us really enjoyed the food. The serving size was huge. The restaurant itself is tucked away in a small plaza well away from the tourist area. Inside it was clean and well maintained. Spanish music was playing at an enjoyable volume level. The service was friendly and reasonably quick. Everything was really tasty. We also had a Cafe Con Leche (very good). The meal came to $44 (including tip). That may sound expensive for a few sandwiches. However, we each could only eat half of our food, and we were all FULL. So take that $44 and divide it by three, and then again by two (as each of us got two meals out of our serving) and it comes to $7 per person. I would gladly eat at The Cuban Guy again. read more

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Good hot and tasty, had the Cuban Sandwich and it was delicious. I'd recommend trying out this locale when you're in the area.

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I am glad we found this place! We are always looking for a new place to try, especially if it has outdoor seating. We ordered the Cuban, the Midnight and a sampler platter. The sandwiches were great, exactly as expected. They weren't lacking anything. The sampler was the Ace. We thoroughly enjoyed sharing these items and saved the second part of our sandwiches for later. The beef empanada was my favorite. Soooo much flavor and flaky pastry! The ham croquettes were awesome, I did not expect to enjoy them so much. I also liked the chicken empanada, tostones and sweet plantains. We washed it down with an iron beer! 10/10 will return. read more

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Ordered a cafe con leche, beef empanada and a pork tamale. Phenomenal!!! It's a little toasty inside, but it's a cute little place with delicious food!! read more

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Luayy A.

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Without a doubt, I have to say this reminds me back in Florida, reminds me of any spot that I go to, but some spots in Florida are not as good, but this spot here in Waynesville is banging good, I have to say the service is wonderful. The food is outstanding. The ambient is completely wonderful because it reminds me of a Cuban sandwich shop, I have to say drinking my Culotta was on spot that the fact they didn't put sugar in the coffee that doesn't make it truly authentic Cuban coffee, but you put it as you want to, but I say it has to be the sugar in the espresso that makes Cuban coffee. I like the ambience, it reminds me of when I was in Florida, like a traditional premium place. I learned that there's a second location in Tampa Florida, which is pretty cool. So there's a family a Puerto Rican that own the Cuban guys, but they have everything to the original. I recommend anybody he's looking for a quick place to get food or you know a good taste of difference in their palette, I would come here. read more

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Daf G.

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Truly the best sandwich I've ever had in my life. I've never had a Cuban sandwich before and this was the best first!!! The staff is amazing and sweet, PORTIONS ARE BIG and delicious. Thank you!!! read more

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Cuban Guy is one of my must go to places in Waynesville! When I'm in Wqynesville, I usually stay for about a week and I go to Cuban Guy two times during my stay. Here are the reasons I keep going back... The service is spectacular! I always get it to go and the people on the phone are just a delight. Some of the best customer service for to go orders I have ever gotten. Mojo pork bowl and picadillo bowl are DELICIOUS! Meat and rice and other ingredients that make it that special dish that I hope they have when I go because they are specials and they do not have them every day. Each bowl comes with plantains but if you get a sandwich, I would really recommend a side of plantains. They are the perfect savory and sweet bite for a side to any meal here. My Mom loves those tamales! All of the sandwiches! Elana Ruz and the Midnight are two of my favorites. You will only get these at the for real deal cuban sandwich shops. Pastelitos filled with guava and cream cheese are the perfect end to any meal. I look forward to being back really soon! read more

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Shan W.

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Why would you go to Hemingways when this is an option? And yes, I am saying travel the 45 min from AVL to this amazing spot. Walk the Main Street and have some cuban food that is on par with Miami- esp since the original owner, Angel, is from Miami. He has retired recently due to health concerns so a lovely Puerto Rican/Southern couple has taken over. What I appreciate is not paying $10 for 2 small empanadas, unlike another location. Now to take my friends who have never had good Cuban food. Great spot for an introduction. read more

The Cuban Guy - Medianoche, cortadito, and various pastries- guava, cheese and beef. - Cuban Near Me - Waynesville, North Carolina

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Elizabeth R.

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An unexpected find in western NC. Kind people, quick service, good food and outdoor seating. Split a Cuban sandwich given how large they are. Perfection. read more

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We visited The Cuban Guy restaurant for the first time today for lunch. Our friends love it, and after today, I see why they recommended it. My wife had the Cuban Sandwich and I had the Mojo Pork with vegetables and rice. Absolutely delicious!!! The sandwich was a fusion of flavors - ham, cheese, pork, and mustard - and was perfectly balanced on the crispy roll. The Mojo Pork was tender and seasoned just right. The Cuban Guy is a perfect alternative to the standard burger and fries lunch and is very reasonably priced. We will certainly be back! read more

The Cuban Guy - Mojo Pork, rice with vegetables, and the Cuban Sandwich - Cuban Near Me - Waynesville, North Carolina

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Ella M.

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I ordered the sampler, this place has the best empanadas and plantains I've ever tasted! The woman that took our order was so sweet and explained what each item was. The pictures on the wall and the decorations around the restaurant have a great sense of Cuban life! I will definitely be back! read more

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Best Cuban and empanadas I've ever had, fast and good service too! Great vibes and posters, overall a great experience. 10/10 would eat again! read more

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I'm particular about a Cuban sandwich and this was spot on authentic. The pork was amazing. The combo included a drink and pastry (which was amazing as well). read more

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Cuban Sandwich was great ,also had black bean soup . Expresso tasted excellent. Reminds me of Ybor City in Tampa

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I love Cuban food, and had high hopes and great expectations for a local 'real! cuban restaurant. We ordered a platter that had empanadas, plaintains, etc etc - and nothing stood out. It was OK. That's it. Small place, better for carry- out than eat-in. Friendly service was a plus, but at just Ok, probably won't return. Too bad. For great (or even really good) food - I'd eat here every week! Oh well, back to Publix for the pressed Cuban sub! read more

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The food was delicious and the portions were generous. If you're getting your food to go, that may be the best option. We ate under the tent in the parking lot on a little table and chairs -- not very sturdy, but we still enjoyed it. We had a cuban and a picadillo bowl. We also tried the guava pastries. OMG. So delicious! I recommend this place not just so that you can try food that you may not have tasted but because the food is delicious and generous! This is a great local option! read more

The Cuban Guy - Picadillo bowl and guava pastries - Cuban Near Me - Waynesville, North Carolina

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The staff at the Cuban Guy are amazing people! I would highly recommend their food to anyone who is looking for a good cuban in Waynesville. They are now serving breakfast Fridays and Saturday mornings from 8 to 11 AM. I am originally from Florida and I love my self a good breakfast Cuban sandwich with a café con Leche!!! read more

The Cuban Guy - Bacon egg and cheese breakfast sandwich and a café con Leche - Cuban Near Me - Waynesville, North Carolina

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Nice spot in Waynesville if you'd like some good Cuban cuisine. It's a small restaurant, but there's seating inside and out for a few groups. The coffee and empanadas were great! So were their pastries! The Cuban sandwich, plantains, and the pulled pork were good. I'd skip the tamale if I were to return, but it wasn't bad. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality and value. read more

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Friendly with unique food we really enjoyed. We will be back. We enjoyed some baked goods as well.

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Absolutely wonderful food and great service. For a small place they sure get busy. Very surprised to find this gem on our visit to the area. read more

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Wonderful food, even more wonderful staff! Got the pork sandwich and was more than satisfied. We couldn't find a menu online so we called and the woman who answered sent us a picture of the menu so we could order ahead! So nice. We will definitely be back :) read more

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Mark B.

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I don't normally think "Cuban" when I'm in the mountains, but I'm a big fan from my days in Tampa/Ybor City. I had the Cuban sandwich and fried plantains. The sandwich was quite good, but the highlight was the plantains, which were perfectly prepared. The employees were prompt, but didn't smile. Outdoor seating was makeshift, but much appreciated. I'll be back to try more from their menu. Update: I had the pork bowl today. The pulled pork was great, the black beans could have used some more flavor (oil & vinegar is my standard) and maybe some diced tomatoes would have been nice. Plantains we're awesome again. read more

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Good authentic Cuban food hidden in the small town of Waynesville?! That's right! The mojo pork is juicy, full of citrus flavor and really something you shouldn't pass up. I've also enjoyed the Cuban sandwiches here and have yet to be disappointed. Love this place! read more

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The best Cuban food in N.C. Hands down!! The folks who run this place are also kind and hardworking. It's so easy to support this gem!

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Best Cuban Food, pastries are amazing! Cuban Sandwich is delish! All of it top with a cold Corona Beer! read more

The Cuban Guy - Guava Pastries - Cuban Near Me - Waynesville, North Carolina

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We glad you like your Cuban Sandwich!! Hope to see you again

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10/10 would eat here every day. The food is always incredible. Owners are so friendly and fun, this place is a gem.

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This is a fun little place to eat or get take out. A genuinely great and authentic shop. The Cuban sandwich is awesome. I wish this shop was on Main Street, it deserves a showcase location. read more

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Not Cuban. Croquetas were cold in the inside and had the frozen taste. The midnight sandwich was not it. Not the correct bread and flavor. Very disappointed. read more

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Not really Cuban.... Horrible espresso. Not even from a machine. They have more Puerto Rican food than Cuban.

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I have been eating at the CubanGuy since the grand opening. I have never been disappointed, and you will not. The main dish rotate on a daily basis, and yes you should try to taste all of them. Take the challenge. But, if you are in the feeling for a traditional bite the Cuban Sandwich is your best choice and is always available. All the food is excellent and the service is unbeatable. Is like eating in your abuelas house! Ohhh and Don't forget to leave some space for coffee and dessert, the pastries required you to "lick your fingers"! read more

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A bit hard to find this gem of a restaurant in Waynesville but what delicious food and extremely nice employees here! Will definitely make this a go-to place anytime I'm in this area. The Cuban sandwich was spot on and the meduro plantains were fantastico! read more

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The service was great, the woman working the counter was helpful and kind. The restaurant and food both felt very authentic! We tried the cuban and midnight sandwiches, both were delicious. We had the appetizer sampler, my favorites were the croquettes and the yuca! The mojo pork bowl was so well seasoned. And all the cuban sodas were delicious! I will definitely be visiting here again! read more

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The food was decent, but did not quite live up to the raving we saw in the reviews. Not that it wasnt good, just wasnt exceptional. We enjoyed our meal, but probably would not venture back again. read more

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42 Montgomery St
Waynesville, NC 28786
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Hours

What time does The Cuban Guy open?

The Cuban Guy opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does The Cuban Guy close?

The Cuban Guy closes at 4:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.The Cuban Guy is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 11:00 AM - 4:00 PMSun Closed

Payment methods

Does The Cuban Guy take credit cards?

Yes, The Cuban Guy takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does The Cuban Guy have catering options?

Yes, The Cuban Guy does have catering options.

Does The Cuban Guy have a drive thru?

No, The Cuban Guy does not have a drive thru.

Does The Cuban Guy serve alcohol?

Yes, The Cuban Guy serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does The Cuban Guy allow dogs?

No, The Cuban Guy does not allow dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does The Cuban Guy have outdoor seating?

Yes, The Cuban Guy has outdoor seating options.

Does The Cuban Guy have parking?

Yes, The Cuban Guy has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is The Cuban Guy wheelchair accessible?

Yes, The Cuban Guy is wheelchair accessible.

Does The Cuban Guy have free WiFi?

No, The Cuban Guy does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

The Cuban Guy provides outstanding Cuban/ Puertorican food made from recipes perfected over generations for the Waynesville, NC area.

Meet the Business Owner: Veronica C.

Cuban/ Puertorican food

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Cousins Cuban Cafe

4.8(197 reviews)

38.5 mi

I'm not Cuban, but two of the three I was with were born in Cuba so of course they know what Cuban…read morefood taste like. The one who suggested this restaurant told the other right upfront that it's the best for this area of North Carolina and it is not Cuban food of Miami. The restaurant was busy, and of course tables are limited because of its size, but the owners were very accommodating and we appreciate that very much There is a back parking lot with three spaces, but they are for pick up only but we were given permission to use one as we had a handicap individual with us. My Cuban sandwich was just fine and tasted just like the one I had in Miami in my opinion as a gringo and everyone finished their meal without sending anything back so I would say the food was pretty good The restaurant is a order at the counter and staff will deliver it to your table. There is one unisex bathroom for All and I'm not sure about everyone else but of course our service dog was allowed. I did see two other dogs so I can only assume that pets are allowed as those two were not marked as service animals at all. I cannot think of anything that would cause me not to give this Restaurant a full five star rating

The food transported me to my childhood in Puerto Rico, the exquisite smell of coffee to the fresh…read morepastelitos... The Cuban sandwich is a great experience of flavor and well done masterpiece... All the personnel welcome you and treat you as part of the family. I truly recommended for Breakfast and for lunch. They have a delicious variety in their menu.

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Smokies Cuban Cafe

4.4(494 reviews)

37.7 mi

Love this place! Amazing, authentic Cuban food with great service and a super chill ambiance. 10/10…read morerecommend if you're craving Cuban food in the Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg area. We had the guava juice, croquetas, and ropa vieja--everything was absolutely delicious and tasted homemade. The food was so good I only managed to snap a picture of the croquetas before we ate everything. Will definitely be back!

The food was sooooo good and the staff was friendly! Overall 10/10 experience! Smokies Cuban cafe…read moreis a must when in pigeon forge.

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Pastelito's Cuban Bakery

4.5(60 reviews)

64.2 mi

Ok. Got here and they were open Yay!). Line to the door and worth the wait. I'm a fan of cafe con…read moreleche and pretty much all things Cuban. They sold out of a few items, so come early. Folks were friendly and it is a family place. I plan on being a regular.

Tried Pastelito's for the first time for lunch. Loved the Cuban sandwich and topped it off with…read morethe Tres Leche cake. Will definitely come back on my next trip to Knoxville.

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Pulled pork Chop Bowl.

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Sweet Plantain Grill Foodtruck

4.9(41 reviews)

26.5 mi

Lunch date! I have been dying to try this place out ever since I saw them off Sweeten Creek a while…read moreback. Walked up and the lady at the window immediately welcomes you. She's so stinkin' sweet haha we were just chatting a bit. I got the classic cubano and the yuca fries. The sandwich was exactly what I have been looking for, and I really liked the cilantro aioli that came with the fries. She let me have a sample of the sweet and minty drink, it tastes like a melted mint milkshake haha. I appreciated the seating area to get out of the sun while you wait for your food, and there was plenty of parking to choose from even when it got busy. Will be back :)

Do one thing and do it well. This must be the advice that was given to Sweet Plantain. They are…read moredoing Cuban sandwiches, and they've nailed it. It isn't overly fancy or their special spin. It is simply quality food ingredients, cooked and baked perfectly and assembled with care. We had the Cuban and the Medianoche. Perfect. My husband got the special which came with rice and beans and fried plantains. I think he said they were the best fried plantains he's ever had, and that means something coming from a man who lived in Miami for 4 years. In Arden running errands? After your Target run, this needs to be your next stop.

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Nani's Restaurant

4.7(123 reviews)

69.6 mi

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Blairsville, Georgia~ Stopped in after reading the great…read morereviews. The owner was sweetly gruff! He told us he was from Cuba and raised in Miami. His wife and daughter are the cooks. The cafe is inviting although sparse. Chicky bowl had good flavor and the yellow rice really set off the flavor of the chicken. My lunch mate said it reminded her of a chicken cacciatore dish. Piggy bowl was really delicious with two different kinds of beans. The shredded pork was a nice blend of tart and crispy. Unfortunately the Cuban sammy left a lot to be desired. The bread was dry and hard, without any flavor. Yes it was "pressed " but we expected a sandwich with plenty of juicy meat and cheese hanging over the sides! Not so. Very little mayo or mustard to cut the dry bread, one pickle, and very little meat. (See photo) Three of us had the Cuban. All 3 of us agreed that this would not be something to recommend. One of my lunch mates had the schnitzel sandwich. The pork loin was breaded, dry and had no flavor. He also said he would not recommend this sammy. Overall, this would be a one and done for all of us. We are from Orlando and have some spectacular Cuban sandwich restaurants here. Lots of locals with great Cuban roots.

I was really hungry and I wanted to try something new. I opened Yelp and looked for restaurants and…read morethis one had 4.5 stars so I decided to give them a shot. As soon as I entered, I was greeted very warmly and I was able to choose the table that I wanted to sit. The waitress was very friendly and very patient as I did not know what yo get. I asked her about the cuban sandwich and she spoke highly of it so I went with it. The rice and beans were seasoned to perfection and the sandwich had a very good flavor. The ambiance is great because there is plenty of space and/or spacious. If you want to try something new this is your place. The family works together which is good because you are getting the best customer service and the quality of the food is above what you can get from a chain restaurant.

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Hemingway's Cuba

3.3(515 reviews)

25.3 mi

First time staying at this hotel and they have a voucher for food and since I wasn't hungry, I got…read moresome desserts to try. I'm OBSESSED with chocolate so I had to try the chocolate cake. I very much love the filling on the inside which was a chocolate frosting and loved the chocolate layer on the outside of the cake. The cake part itself was definitely a bit dry. It was flakey when I put my spoon into it. Still good but the filling helped a lot. It did come with some kind of fruit sauce on the side (maybe strawberry?) but I didn't wanna make it a fruity chocolate cake so I dipped a few bites. I also saw they had Bavarian cream churros and since I've never had churros before, I wanted to try those as well. I'm not sure how churros are supposed to be but I was thinking they would be a little soft since they had filling but they weren't. They were on the crunchy side and I that kinda made it hard to taste the cream in the middle. They were good but like I said, not sure if that's how they're supposed to be. They came with a chocolate sauce and it was delicious but that definitely masked the flavor of the churro. Both were $7 each so not too bad. I think I'd get both again if I'm here in the future. Side note, no, I don't finish either dessert. I took them home. Lmao!

My girlfriend and I celebrated our 21-month-versary with a little Asheville date while we were…read morestaying in Marshall for a mini getaway. The hostess found our reservation right away and seated us inside--originally I asked for patio seating, but Mother Nature said "absolutely not," so indoors it was. Our waitress was fantastic. I'm about 87% sure her name was Sylvia (according to my girlfriend), but what I do know is that she was a fun, blondish woman from New Orleans with a personality that made the experience even better. We kept it light--just drinks and appetizers to share. I ordered a Coquito, my girlfriend ordered something sweet (the name escapes me, but the smile didn't). Food-wise, we shared the chicken empanadas, yuca fritas, and crispy Caribbean wings. Every bite was a win. We had to make a dramatic exit because we were heading to a walking ghost tour (priorities), so we grabbed dessert to go: pastelitos de guayaba. Even eaten on the move, they were absolutely delicious. Great food, great service, great vibes--10/10 would celebrate another month-versary here.

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Mountain Vibes Kava Lounge

4.8(6 reviews)

0.1 mi

If you want to see what the youngins of Waynesville are up to, spend a Saturday night here…read more Alternative drinks on the menu with an eclectic boho vibe makes you question if you're still in Appalachia. I got the kava Bahama mama, because I love the fruity drinks and it was fruity and thankfully not overly sweet. Husband got the mushroom hot chocolate and it's one of the best hot chocolates I've ever had. Open mic night on Saturday had some good talent and it was a nice hour spent. Would love to go back with some friends.

I was visiting a friend who's a regular at Mountain Vibes Kava Lounge, and he brought me here for…read moremy first-ever kava experience--and it did not disappoint. Since I'm new to kava, I can't compare it to other spots, but the mixed drinks they made were delicious and super easy to enjoy as a first-timer. And I have to give a special shout-out to the manager, Tori--she makes the best latte I've had in a long time. I ended up grabbing one every night I stopped by. It's an absolute steal! The lounge itself lives up to its name--the vibes are immaculate. Everyone I met, from staff to regulars, was welcoming and kind, which made the experience even better. They also run some great kava drink specials on certain nights of the week. Whether you're a seasoned kava drinker or just curious like I was, Mountain Vibes is definitely worth checking out.

The inside of the establishment

Stone kava with pineapple

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Guajiro

4.7(45 reviews)

25.5 mi

The food is very flavorful and tasty!! The service is very friendly!!…read moreTheir Empanadas are phenomenal!! The guava cream cheese pastry is phenomenal!! The Arroz Con Pollo is way too salty!! I'm not able to eat much of it!! Their food would taste so much better if they tamed their salt!!

This Cuban food truck will satisfy any Latin craving you have. Don't skip on the spicy orange sauce…read morethey have on the counter! I went for the weekly special of stewed beef with rice and beans. I will always love stopping by the Hi-wire brewery for their resident food truck, Guajiro. Friendly staff and quick service too!

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Aroma Cafe

4.5(317 reviews)

57.6 mi

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Best Cuban sandwich in the area. This place doesn't look great but the food is fantastic…read more The plantains are outstanding. Get the Cuban coffee too. Nice job y'all!

30 bucks for two people to eat? So hard to do now a days. There's nothing fancy about this place,…read morethe ambiance is pretty low key and everything is served in styrofoam containers. They were out of fried plantains when we came which was a HUGE disappointment as that was one of the reasons we came but it made me try something new that turned out to be yummy. We enjoy this place and staff are efficient at their jobs.