Food: 5/5 Portions: 5/5…read moreAtmosphere: 3/5 Cleanliness: 5/5 Customer service: 5/5 Speed: 5/5 Price: $ Takeout: yes Outdoor seating: yes ADA access: yes Dogs: outside Kid Friendly: yes Vegetarian options: yes Vegan options: yes Ambiance: casual Pros: authentic Cuban food. Friendly staff. Affordable prices. Cons: the parking lot is a little sketchy so be careful where you park.

Was in Oceanside for a family wedding and then headed to Chula Vista before flying home to buy some…read moremochi from a little shop I Love. We were trying to figure out where to eat lunch and this place popped up. We got a Cuban sandwich to split and a tamal. There's not really seating inside but there are tables outside. The woman at the front counter is very friendly and welcoming. The food was delicious my friend isn't much of a tamal person so I enjoyed that on my own I loved the lime garlic sauce that came with it so much I was putting it on my half of the delicious sandwich. The sandwich was crispy on the outside everything you expect from a Cuban sandwich and came with a lovely cilantro aioli. The women asked if it was our first time and then gifted us dessert a delicious flakey guava pastry. They have a larger catering menu as well we saw someone picking up a tray to go. Definitely will be back when I'm on a Mochi run when I'm San Diego.

Driving down to San Diego I was able to stop by this hidden gem!…read more At least it felt hidden to someone not local to the area. The food was amazing, felt like we had been transported to Cuba with the amount hospitality and culture filling the space. If you're making the trip to San Diego ,do what we did and wait it out a bit here it's worth it

I got the Pan con Bistec sandwich and the ham croqueta. The Bistec meat was very tough and dry…read more The bread on the other hand was good, nicely toasted. It came with a side of spicy sauce which did help a little. Potatoes chips were not bad. Croqueta was good, inside has creamy potatoes. It came with a side of the sauce which was not necessary as it is good by itself. There is a display case with some delicious looking puff pastries. I may try them next time I'm in the area!

Sydney was the best server we have had at this establishment. The food is good, but Sydney's quick…read moreattention to service was excellent. She is a very hard worker with a great attitude. She well deserves a raise. Thank you Sydney!

Jerry and Bella were amazing. Made the experience fabulous amazing paella amazing empanadas with…read more1000%. Go back in a heartbeat unfortunately I was only here for work but will come back next year. Jerry is the most charming, handsome amazing host ever love him!

Excelente comida cubana, variedades de platos, postres y bebidas cubanas que te transportar a esa…read moreisla hermosa. Excelente trato y muy buen servicio.

This place is a little gem. The Cuban sandwiches are as close to Cuba or Miami on this side of the…read moreMississippi. It has ambience, cute decor, and lots of character. But, I am giving four stars because of the wait, but they do make everything fresh.

This was all recommended by the cashier who did amazing and giving me the low down on what's the…read morebest and honestly everything here was so amazing even a really great place to relax and do some work in there comfy chairs and nice big pillows. Really a 10 atmosphere and vibes as well You need to try this place. The entire meal was less than $40!! The plate was only like $22 which is a steal

As someone with Cuban heritage, Havana Grill has always been a place that felt comforting and…read morefamiliar to me. In the past, I've had some really great meals and experiences there, which is why this review is difficult to write. Unfortunately, during my most recent visit to the Clairemont Mesa location, the food quality was noticeably different from what I remembered. Several items tasted stale, cold, and as though they had been reheated. The beans were mushy and lacked flavor, and the plantains seemed old and not freshly prepared. Overall, the meal felt below the standard I had experienced there before. I'm sharing this not to criticize harshly, but because I genuinely remember this restaurant being much better and I hope they can return to the quality and freshness that made the place special in the past. I truly want to see them succeed and improve because there is a lot of potential there.

Easy 10/10! Dropped by for lunch and loved everything about this spot! From the decor down to the…read moreservice and of course the food. Everything hit! I'm def coming back! I came during happy hour so I got to try a few appetizers and they all hit. The music playing was on point too. Shoutout to Christian & Morgan, they were both super sweet and attentive. Christian's recs were spot on ! Apps I tried: Papa Rellena de Carne - dangerous for me bc I love these! perfectly fried, crispy outside, soft and creamy inside, super flavorful Croqueta de Pollo - soo good ! crispy and packed w/ flavor the sauces they give you all paired so well with each appetizer! Empanada la Cubanita - 1000/10. perfectly fried, crispy exterior, packed w/ juicy well seasoned pork! the mustard added the perf tangy kick Main dish: I ordered the Ropa Vieja and let me tell you, the meat was cooked to perfection. I'd def order this again! It was tender, juicy and sauced so well. The rice was soft and the beans were a bit simple, they paired well with everything. Drinks: I wanted to try something cultural, so I went with the Malta it's rich, slightly sweet & super unique. Also, threw in a Coco Rico, this was super refreshing. I asked Morgan to bring any coffee and it was smooth and bold such a good way to end my meal. And you have to try the desert ! I didn't catch the name but it was absolutely worth it.

Solid 3.5 stars Too almost 15-20 mins to get our order in…read morebc no one came to our table. Tbh the best part and reason I will be back are the complimentary chips and dip they provide. It's so good. I want a tub of those chips and dips. The chicken was okay rice was good and buttery, and the shredded beef was okay but kind of sweet. The chips? I'll be back for those.

Daaaaaang! This cubano hit so good! Highly recommend this spot. I'll be back to try the other items…read morebecause the menu looked stacked! But dang I'll be getting that cubano again! Mmmmm!

El Cubano is one of the restaurants located at The Island. Just keep in mind, there's only outdoor…read moreseating. It offers a good variety of fresssh authentic Cuban dishes which are yummy. I've tried Cuban food before and looove it. For transparency, I did experience a dish that had a lot of salt; but because the welcoming staff provided excellent service, it made up for it. I still highly recommend this place to check out.

Emmanuel Ramirez amazing service very nice guy. Always right on time. Made us feel like at home.read more

For as long and Tony is a part of the team here, Habana will have mine and my families business. It…read morealmost hurt me to know he was just working and not hosting a party I was invited to. The food was fresh and presented as if I was on a vacation. A staycation I didn't know I needed. Thank you for making me feel at home

Great ambience, great food, awesome service. Emmanuel was the best, definitely coming back.read more

The food here is excellent! Their Cubano Sammie's are…read moredelicious! As are the potato balls (hey, is Mr Potato Head missing two??? ..joke..well, I used to be funny. ;) empanadas, rice, black beans, and legendary YUKA FRIES! The Cuban coffee is friggin' awesome here.....it's so authentic, I think I saw Fidel Castro's relatives in the corner drinking some...(yet another joke right out of my tool box....) It's a casual and clean joint, walk up to the counter, order, and they'll bring your order to your table when it's ready... Prices are fair, especially for being right off Temecula's Front Street, where dozen of dining establishments are waiting for your dining pleasure... Highly Recommend!

Lovely atmosphere, great food and amazing drinks. Our server Tenka was very helpful and very…read morefriendly.

Jereny was amazing serving us this weekend, and the manager Tawny took hospitality to the next…read morelevel with her attentiveness and enthusiasm. The ambiance was like stepping out of OC and into a setting out of a fantasy- intimate, rustic, and romantic. The food was delicious and the cocktails were refreshing. Will be coming back for more memories with the girlfriends!