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The Gnarly Cuban

4.9 (27 reviews)
Open • 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Dogs allowed

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Jenn M.

I was so excited to check out this new Cuban takeout window located off the beaten path in College Park. The online ordering system was super convenient and I was texted as soon as my food was ready. I arrived at the walk up counter and they opened the window and green to be my name! Super friendly! The food was perfectly packed in relatively environmentally friendly packaging... Using limited plastics. Most importantly it was delicious. The croquettes were super moist and crispy and my chicken bowl was packed with flavor... I really loved the sweet plantain bits. I wish that I could give them five stars, but their hours are a little challenging since they close at 2 PM Wednesday through Sunday. I wish that they opened at least one or two evenings. Can't speak to the ambience because I didn't even go inside... But the outside window was fast and convenient. Looking forward to coming back and trying more from the menu! Great new spot!

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Andrea U.

I can't even begin to explain how happy I am that Gnarly Cuban now has a brick and mortar. I've been following their journey since I first met them at a supper club and were doing pop ups around Orlando at marts and events. I got to go to La Ventanita during the Yelp Elite Event for Hispanic Heritage month and the mini empanada (I got the Gnarly Cuban empanada!), pastelito, and oat cortadito were all so incredibly fresh and delicious. Not only is their food great, but the way they interact with their customers, the music, and everything about La Ventanita just leaves you wanting to come back for more. We're pretty dang lucky to have this here in Orlando!

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Matt L.

Stopped by for a Friday Cafecito Break at The Gnarly Cuban's Ventanita location. This was for a Yelp Elite Experience. In addition to the Yelp items I ordered one of each of their empanadas a hibiscus tea and a dessert from Bang Bang Bakehouse. This was my first time checking this spot out and the food was excellent and the staff were super friendly. This is a walk up window spot and is worth stopping by for some tasty food and great service. I'll be back again, pro tip, call ahead and pick up so you do not have to wait. Thanks for putting on an Elite Experience and for the tasty food.

Jaciely C.

Just took my friends over to the first ventanita in orlando!! The gnarly Cuban is the best! Great for a lunch in the to. Best coffee around town for sure! Marley was the sweetest with great energy. There is not a dining area but that's the point of a pick up window so we knew what to expect. We ordered the empandas, and coquetas with some cafe con leche. Everything was amazing! Highly recommend stopping by.

Eneida Q.

First, follow them in IG so you know where they are at! They pop-up at different spots and markets! I truly am so excited for them to open their own place! Had their "The Gnarly Cuban" empanada which is a cuban sandwich basically - but like FOR REAL! it really feels like a cuban sandwich but better because it's in a crunchy empanada shell!! Thennn the "Frita Cubana" is a great kinda spicy situation with chorizo and potato sticks that take the textures to the next level. For $7 bucks each, I shared with my husband and I would not hesitate to go wherever they are to grab a few more!! Looking forward to trying their other flavors and desserts as well! Love supporting local and these ladies are killing it!! 10000% recommend!

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Chan'tial V.

Best empanadas; fresh, fast, and tasty what's not to love? They close at 2pm so make sure you get here- a little pricey but honestly grocery are expensive now a days. Customer service was amazing- the owner makes a mean hot sauce but not available all the time.

Michelle M.

So happy to see the Gnarly Cuban in a more permanent location now! Marley and Nina are not only awesome people and so easy to talk to, but they really bring that Cuban authenticity to their food. The bowl with ropa vieja was exploding with flavor, and the gnarly Cuban empanada is divine! Their garlic sauce is everything you want a garlic sauce to be, absolute perfection. They also cater and still do pop ups around town at different events, and they have more event ideas up their sleeves which I can't wait for!

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Alicia C.

I had always heard the hype around TGC in the market community and finally had the chance to try them! The workers that helped me were incredibly sweet, welcoming, conversational, and the food was fantastic! Lots of flavor, fresh, filling. I got the Havana box but people are always raving about the empanadas so try those!

Travis J.

This is one of the best pop-ups in the city of Orlando! The Gnarly girls make the best empanadas around, and have options for the savory, and sweet, such as their new Ube flan! For Vegans they have the jackfruit ropa vieja which tasted great with their garlic sauce! They recently started with tamales, and they were selling those quickly. I went with two empanadas each, and my favorites were their signature gnarly Cuban empanada, the chop , and ube flan. The Gnarly Cuban is a Cuban sandwich stuffed in an empanada, and has as much flavor as a Cuban sandwich! The chop, had ground beef with swiss cheese, and onions. I also took some of their guava and cream cheese pastries, and these are a MUST to grab! If you're familiar with The Gnarly Cuba, but can't make a pop-up, head over to their website, and make an order to be delivered to you on Mondays! Make sure you follow their Instagram to find their pop-ups every month, and get gnarly!

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Thank you so much! Can’t wait to see you at our ventanita!

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amazing review we truly appreciate your business! Thanks again

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thank you so much for coming to visit us!! glad you loved everything

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Thank you so much for supporting this lil biz!!!

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Love the gnarly Cuban! They are such nice people! Love following them! Highly recommended! Follow them on social media!

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