To get a great Cuban so soon after landing is such a treat. Black bean soup and plantains were both bangin as well. The woman running the whole show was super chill and friendly too! Thank you! read more

I was jazzed to try out this place on my last visit to Tampa. I love a Cuban sandwich. Also, it was a 5 minute walk from my hotel. I got there about 4 and there were only two other customers inside, already eating. I ordered the "finest Cuban sandwich on the planet" without mayo. They were having a bit of trouble with the credit card machine and the guy checking me out said "Nothing in this place works, including us". That was my sign. He got it fixed and my sandwich was made. I got back to my hotel, opened my sandwich, and it was cold. Like the bread was pressed and crunchy, but the meat was refrigerator cold and the cheese wasn't melted. It had never melted, you could see the holes in the swiss. As for the roasted pork, it barely made an appearance. It was a cold ham and pickle sandwich. A disappointment. Certainly not the finest. Would it have tasted better hot? Probably, I will never know. One thing I will give them, the bread. It was crusty and flavorful. Potential was there. read more

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Had the large Cuban. There was almost no pork basically a ham and mustard sandwich. Not good for $17.

I really wanted to like this place. The service was good. Super friendly and felt like family. Cute inside like a mom and pop restaurant. I ordered a cuban sandwich combo. Fries were really good. Cuban was just okay. A good deli sandwich but not a great traditional cuban. I'd come back and try something different. read more

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Niel was very nice and got us our food In a timely fashion , got the Cuban sanche which was really good , the cheese was melted perfectly and the meat was nice and warm and the whole sandwich was nice. He asks if you want it light or heavy pressed and you always have to go with the heavy press since it's the best read more

Very casual, order at the counter and brought out to you. Staff was friendly and helpful. Sign says "best Cuban in Florida" not sure I'd go that far but it isn't bad.. Bus your table when done. read more

We visited on a Thursday afternoon and had no difficulty finding a table. I had their classic Cuban sandwich, while my wife had a salad. All of the food was good, though I wouldn't call the Cuban the best I've had -- it certainly met my expectations. The staff were great, friendly and helpful. Unfortunately, all of the empty tables were dirty from prior customers, so we sat at the cleanest and swept the crumbs to the side. No table cleaning occurred while we were there, though I will grant that the staff stayed pretty busy. Only half the tables had customers. Overall, good food and staff, but I'd like to see clean tables. read more

After reading about the place I decided to stop by. The place is nice and clean. Very nice people working. Ordered large Cuban with everything and I like the pickles and that gave it a good taste. It did taste very good. Able to eat twice due to the size of it. read more

It's hard to believe that this tiny little strip mall eating establishment that claims to have the best Cuban sandwiches really DOES have the best Cuban sandwiches (Well, the best I've tasted) I tried the Sandwich Combo (Choice of sandwich, side, and a fountain drink for $11.99 plus tax), choosing the Angry Cuban for my sandwich and fries for my side. It was just before closing and the counter lady apologized for not having any spicy dipping sauce for the fries, which was understandable. This sandwich was Angry indeed! Easily the best Cuban sandwich I've had. They got the spicy just right. The reason for only 4 stars: The tables were clean but all the condiments at my table were grubby, and some were even sticky. Most of their business seems to be carry out or delivery, they only have 6 or 7 tables. Obviously the tables are not high priority, but cleaning the table top while leaving the salt, pepper, mustard, and hot sauce dirty is just laziness IMO. It makes me wonder about the cleanliness of the entire restaurant. Next time I'll get my meal to go. A side issue: Being asked to tip up front is just wrong. You tip according to the service. Plus, I tip for table service NOT at a sandwich counter! That's like being asked to tip at the deli in the grocery store. Don't get me wrong, as a chauffeur for 30 years, a large portion of my income was tips; for providing excellent SERVICE. I am a generous tipper when I receive service. read more

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What an amazing Cuban sandwich shop. Large selection of delicious sandwiches, soups and salads. I love the Turkey Cuban and Foribean soup. There's plenty of parking in the back. Service has definitely improved with a new owner. They also have a treasure location, which I'm sure it's just as good.JO read more

Wasn't sure what a Cuban sandwich was. This placed advertised itself as the finest Cuban sandwich on the planet. Don't have any comparisons but it sure was good. I walked down from my hotel. Walked back and had it with I cold beer. read more

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The second we walked in the door we were greeted with friendly, smiled, and all around great environment! This place is a 10 out of 10!!!!!!! read more

The Floridian - Yellow rice and mini double crumbs with the calypso sauce - Cuban Near Me - Tampa, Florida

I have not had a Cuban sandwich before, and this was outstanding. I highly recommend. Reasonably priced. The jalapeño poppers were good, too. Nom nom nom. read more

Came to the Floridian with my wife for breakfast on the morning of Christmas Eve. Visiting from out of town. We had an excellent sandwich and cafe con leche. The service was efficient, warm and friendly. Highly recommended. read more

I'm a Florida native and this is hands down one of (if not the) best Cubans I've ever had! If you're getting a sandwich get the combo with a drink & a side of their Jalapeño poppers- the poppers were fire! The manager Julia was also such a sweetheart and had AMAZING vibes. I'll 100% be back! Could not recommend more :) read more

The Floridian - The Finest Cuban Sandwich on the Planet - Cuban Near Me - Tampa, Florida

The best cuban sandwich.. recommend the coffee is awesome!! Crunchy bread!! Rapid and friendly service!! read more

The Floridian - The best Angry Cuban Sandwich !! The crunchy bread is impossible to forget! . Good and rapid service!! - Cuban Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Still the best. Amazing Cuban sandwich with incredible rice and beans. I stop here every time I'm in Tampa. read more

The Floridian - Cuban with rice and beans. - Cuban Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Delicious sandwiches and great customer service! I will be coming back soon! I had a turkey egg and provolone sandwich that was delicious

I had a Cuban and Fries service it was excellent food was made fresh to order quick and delicious price was reasonable the staff was super attentive and respectful excellent great job ! Manny N read more

5 Stars for the best Cubans and black beans in Tampa. But if you want to be pampered by the staff or impressed by the atmosphere, this is not your place. read more

I mean The Floridian used to be delicious, but I think this location needs a bit more TLC. The Cuban sandwich was still delicious, but the rice and beans were so mid. It used to be packed during lunch hours with a line out the door, but it was dead in there at 1pm on a weekday. Definitely recommend they try a new recipe for their rice and beans. Maybe also upgrade the furniture and menu to bring in more customers. read more

The Floridian - Inside - Cuban Near Me - Tampa, Florida

As a Tampa native, I have been visiting this establishment for many years. The food is authentic. The Cuban sandwiches, the turkey sandwiches and even the angry Cuban is a must try. Everything is fresh and delicious made to order. I can tell you as a Tampa native All Cuban sandwiches are not created equal. Not to mention the fact that they often cut corners yet. Keep increasing prices. Not here. The prices are still very reasonable and the quality is just as good as it was overall the many years I've eaten here. It's a great sandwich shop and an institution in the Bay Area. If you find yourself wanting a great authentic Cuban sandwich this is your place! read more

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Stopped by here on my way to Orlando bc the sign said Best Cubans on the Planet. The Cuban was real good. Melted cheese hanging after my bites, fresh bread, and all the essentials for a really good cuban sandw read more

Amazing cubans and even better service! Couldn't recommend more! My dad and I go at least once a week and they are quick with food but delicious! read more

OMG the food is amazing and the SERVICE is 10 stars! Julia and Kay are the best. They made my experience to share some Floridian love a great time. Did I mention how good the food is!! read more

My co-worker & I were moving our office again (2nd time this year if you're keeping track), and found ourselves starving mid-afternoon on a Thursday in May. As my colleague pointed out, one of the best things about working in Tampa is the endless Spanish food options! So we chose The Floridian for lunch on this day, and easily found parking right in front. I later noticed a rear entrance with a ton of parking behind the plaza. Once inside, we placed our order. We received our beverage cups, filled them and found a table. My chair had crumbs from a previous diner and I brushed them away. We sat for quite a while, and I watched two separate solo customers order & receive their food before ours was ready. This surprised me since it was around 2pm and not a super busy time for lunch. I'd added a tip, which I don't often do before service is complete, and noted that it didn't seem to affect efficiency. Slow service aside, our food was really good. I'd ordered the 5" Cuban combo with stuffed potatoes as my side, plus we added deviled crabs to share. Everything was hot & delicious. Note, my Cuban was pressed, and sans lettuce & tomato - exactly how I like it. My co-worker had chosen rice & beans as her side with the same Cuban combo, and she commented that she enjoyed her lunch as well. We will definitely be back! read more

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I'm very disappointed in this meal. Barely any meat on the sandwich. Not homemade fries. The meat tasted like old cold cut s like bologna. Save your money and go somewhere else. read more

The Floridian - Apparently this what they claim to be the finest Cuban sandwich on the planet. Not homemade fries. - Cuban Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Great sandwiches super manager. Nice atmosphere. Thank you for the visit. Sandwiches were great and service was so awesome

The Cuban sandwiches here are top notch! The amount of meat is generous and it's toasted to perfection. The service is always friendly and timely. This is a quaint sandwich shop who truly has the craft down to an art! read more

They had just closed when I walked up but the nice lady opened up and said she would be happy to take one more order. I got a medium combo of. Cuban sandwich and the Floridian Bean soup and a fountain drink. The soup is fantastic. Large bowl of it would be a meal in itself. The Cuban is maybe the best I've ever had. I got it with the works and that was just right. The perfect ratio of meats pickles and mayo/mustard is paired with hot Cuban bread that has a flaky crispness to the bite. I thought I would be carrying my order out but I was told to relax and take my time. I was full at a very reasonable price. I refilled my drink, used their clean restroom and walked back to my hotel with the grin of a man who had found the best sandwich in Tampa. read more

I'm not sure what has happened to the Floridian . Their Cubans used to be quite good. Lately they are beyond anemic. If you like Cuban bread with mustard then this is your place. There is virtually no meat on them anymore. I compared it with a Cuban from La Segunda and there is no comparison. La Segunda is my new go to! read more

It was OK for a quick bite. Folks were nice, food was good. From out of town looking for a good cuban. It scratches the itch.

Incredible experience today at The Floridian. Not only was the service exceptional the food was amazing. From the Cuban, to the roast pork, the bean soup, to the deviled crab. Everything exceeded our expectations! The Floridian sets the standard for Tampa Cuban! read more

Jared & Julia are amazing! I come in here all the time . No more expensive than any other fast food restaurant around here. Breakfast Cubans at least twice a week. Real laid back people here, always friendly. I love the Floridian! read more

I'm Jeff Smith and my wife Karen and I have been coming to The Floridian on West Kennedy Boulevard for more than 30 years. It gets five stars every time. We get the same meals every time-- for me the large Cuban combo, no end cut, heavy mustard and mayo mix, pressed hard, fries well done, pickle chips and large soft drink. Karen gets a large Cuban, normal mustard-mayo mix, no pickles and pressed normal with fried onion rings and a soft drink. Harold, the owner, also offers numerous soups. Thirty-plus years says it all. Oh, please be generous when you put a tip in the tip jar at the register. The Floridian staff works hard to please you. read more

Very nice costumer service and truly the best Cubans in the world! Staff was awesome, they even let us in a little bit early. The food was superb, with a true Tampa vibe! read more

The pork sandwich and plantains were fantastic, and we were treated wonderfully by the manager Julia. Truly our quick lunch grab made our whole day. We are so happy right now. read more

This place makes a fine Cuban sandwich on excellent bread. I saw that the local ABC said that the Floridian had one of the best Cuban sandwiches in Tampa, and since I was in the area, I dropped in to get their classic sandwich (well, classic minus the mayonnaise because that's not really classic, is it?) and a cafe con leche. The bread was from El Segundo, so it was great. And it was perfectly pressed. Everything else was perfectly fine but not great. Not a fan of the roast pork lunch meat when many/most local places will give real roasted pork. The price was also slightly higher than many of the other local places for a Cuban sandwich. The cafe con leche was fine but sweeter than I prefer. I went at a really random time (10am), so there was plenty of parking and no wait to place my order. I got my food to go, but everything inside the cafe looks clean and appropriately distanced. The ambiance is a little dark and dated. All in all, this place serves a perfectly decent Cuban sandwich, but I wouldn't call it one of the best of the city, and I wouldn't go out of my way to return. There are other places nearby that serve a good Cuban with either less processed meats and/or a lower cost. I'd give 3.5 stars, but I'm rounding up because these COVID days are hard on all restaurants. read more

Place may not look like much, floors squeak like if it was sticky- but their sandwiches are very good - a bit salty, but good! And the French fries are definitely awesome which is a common review for this place... probably not the best healthy place but it is what it is! read more

The Floridian makes the best Cuban sandwich in Tampa. Eat in or take out it's delicious. Perfectly toasted...make sure you get the mustard mayo it adds a kick. read more

The Floridian - I know it's partially eaten but...it's so delicious! - Cuban Near Me - Tampa, Florida