10/10 -- Highly Recommend Cuban Island!…read more We went to Cuban Island around 5 PM and were greeted warmly and seated right away. The restaurant is currently being renovated, and it's already looking really good! Our waitress, Barbara, was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive. I started with a mojito, and WOW--it was honestly one of the best mojitos I've ever had! So refreshing and smooth that you barely taste the rum, but watch out... it can smack you in the back of the head! For dinner, I ordered the ropa vieja because I had been craving it so badly, and boy, did I find the right place to satisfy that craving! The meat was incredibly tender and juicy, with that rich, tomatoey sauce I had been looking for. It was absolutely delicious. My husband, of course, ordered the Cuban sandwich, and he absolutely loved it. The pork was so juicy and moist, and the bread was incredibly fresh and delicious. Then Barbara came by and told me about the $10 pomegranate martini special. Obviously, I had to try it--and that was delicious too! Overall, 10/10 experience. Great service, amazing drinks, and delicious, authentic-tasting food. We left very happy and will definitely be back. I super highly recommend Cuban Island!

Very clean, intimate and the Cuban is real! Plantains are perfection. Back beans are spot on. The…read morefish was cooked perfectly. Service on point! Great value! You will not be disappointed!

Not only is the Tiny Turtle delicious and a great value for the money, but my experience dining…read morethere and meeting the owner, Kelly, literally has brought my whole family and me to tears. I used to go to Cocoa Beach every year growing up. When my mom got sick with stage 4 cancer this past year and decided that she wanted to eventually have her ashes scattered there, we took one more trip together as a whole family while everyone was still around. My wife reached out to the hotel and a couple of businesses nearby with our story. Kelly invited my whole family in for a free meal, and showered us with love, warmth, and generosity of spirit unlike any other business---or frankly, stranger---than I ever encountered. We wanted to repay her for her kindness, so we picked out some cute hats from her shop, but when we went to pay her for them, she ended up giving us those too, and throwing in a deck of cards for my son. Lastly, after walking us over to her next door neighboring business, The Fat Donkey, to do the same (she had talked to them earlier), Kelly had such a moving, long conversation with my mom. I'm not sure what they talked about, but it was unbelievably clear that we all felt the same way about Kelly. Please please please go to the Tiny Turtle. Spend your money there. Give this business your love. Tell the waiters that you heard the food was good and the owner was even better. This is the kind of business that is not only bringing good food to people for a good price, but is bringing good to people, period. Thank you, Kelly, for all that you did for my mom and for my family. I know that it may not seem like much for strangers reading this review, but the generosity and kindness and beautiful caring words from a stranger when we are going through a hard year was much more impactful than what people know. I'm hoping that it will be a long time until we see you again, but we will most certainly be back to the Tiny Turtle.

Loved the Caribbean fusion vibe. Came here based on a ChatGPT recommendation and apparently it's a…read morelocal favorite that reopened recently after a fire a few weeks back. The staff were very friendly and explained everything. Everything is made scratch. The chips and dips came out first. The chips were hot and freshly made. I ordered the sofrito burrito with shrimp as my protein. A plentiful amount of shrimp was stuffed into the burrito. I would definitely get it again and recommend to others. Definitely some delicious comforting food after a long day in the sun. Glad AI chose a good one for us this time.

The food, the service, the ambiance...wonderful. Came in at…read more11A on a Friday & asked for a medianoche with a couple of fried eggs on it, no problem, they said. It was delicious. The owners offered us a sample of the flan they are considering adding to the permanent menu, and I hope they do so. It was very good. Cuban flan is a delicious caramel firm-set custard that is a perfect after-dinner dessert. Highly recommend this restaurant for a casual brunch, lunch or take-out any time of day.

Not only was the location super vibey, but the entire staff was so kind and accommodating. The…read moreowner actually stayed open a few minutes later to serve my group as we were unaware of their closing time. It was such a treat being as though we were from out of town. As far as actual food goes this was the best sandwich I had in cocoa BY FAR. Everything was super fresh and tasty. 10/10 Thank you for the delicious food and kindness muy amable

Food was amazing the burrito had so much flavor the empanadas were stuffed and amazing and the…read morestuffed potato was also amazing the Cuban sandwich was ok but still good service was quick and the food came out so hot we had to wait to eat it

It was 16 years ago when I last visited Cocoa Beach. When my wife and I came the first time we at…read moreat Vargas Cafe. The minute I knew I would be back in the area, I was determined to eat here again. The food was just as great as the first time. I had the spicy cuban sandwich and perfect. Although, I couldn't manage to eat it all. Now I understand why a nearby table ordered the same thing and split it between two people. The young woman that was working was an absolute sweetheart.

10 out of 10! This small, counter-service restaurant is casually located in a gas station across…read morefrom A1A beach access in satellite beach. Look away for a second and you'll miss it but don't sleep on this hidden gem. I tried a pressed Cuban and beef empanada which are my traditional favs but I won't be playing it safe next time because now I know the quality is 100% and the menu has me excited to try something new. It all tastes homemade in all the best ways. The roasted pork in the pressed Cuban was not neat little slices, it was juicy chunks of pernil made with talent and love. I'm already desperate to come back. Parking is limited. Service was surprisingly fast. Food is takeout only and there are 2 picnic tables outside the gas station along with public beach access across the street.

Oh, this place is a hidden gem. This is actually delicious food when it comes to that prepared…read moreplate and you know that it's gonna be bombed when it's their main draw with very little substitutions. Why? Because you don't have to reinvent the wheel. This is a very generous portion of food for the price you're gonna pay . I don't mean they go heavy on rice and light on pork. Quite the contrary you are getting your bang for your buck with this meal and if you're still hungry, you're in luck because they have an assortment of desserts that are gonna satisfy that sweet tooth almost as much as that main plate Satisfies most hungers. I grew up eating Spanish food in the south Florida so I'm particular about where I spend my money and I assure you that from my liking and taste buds this place gets it right every time . Don't be shy about simply asking for a double portion of pork if you're trying to avoid carbs and enjoy their coffee first thing in the morning as well I had a great time here I've come back multiple times and I intend to continue coming back. When you first walk in it's located on the right hand side. The staff is completely bilingual, which I think is also neat giving the area and they always offer the best customer service. It feels like you're being greeted from someone welcoming you home.

We love our tips to Puerto Rico, the food there is amazing. I was excited to see PR food offered on…read moreCocoa Beach. Excellent menu and drink selection. We started with the queso and guava empanda, I missed the picture op as it was devoured too quickly! Our entrees were beautifully plated, the food speaks for its self. I could eat the red beans/habicuelas everyday for the rest of my life. Service was superb. Everyone was very friendly. We got our food quickly, which I love; more time at the beach. I highly suggest stopping in for a flavorful trip back to PR

Welcomed in immediately. Started with a Medalla light which was refreshing in this Florida heat…read more From the outside, this place doesn't look like much but inside, it is cute and quaint decorated with touches of island life. I tried to come here last night but was waylayed by some guy promoting the restaurant next door. Didn't know until it was too late that I went to the wrong place. I'm so glad I came back today. The food was truly delicious. I've not had much Puerto Rican food so I asked them to pick something for me. I had the pork chops, chuletas, and it was the perfect choice. So flavorful. The plantains were amazing too. Great food, good people, and fun establishment. An unexpected 5 star in its class.

I've been here two times. Delicious cuban food. Their salads…read moreare my favorite. They serve a basket of buttered cuban bread while you wait for the main meal. The restaurant is small and the staff know their regular customers. The decor is eclectic Cuban memorabilia.

Nice intimate place with really good food and a wonderful staff. The comments in the photos…read moredescribe the dinners we had - delicious! The food going out to other diners was equally tempting. I sure wish I could give out half stars as I don't want to seem like every place is 5 stars. So I'm holding the 5th till our next visit.

My friend and I visited El Ambia in the evening and were greeted by the lovely waitresses as we…read morewalked in through the lower entrance. I ordered the traditional Cuban pork, and my friend ordered the Pan con Bistek. The food came out quickly and was very tasty. The Cuban pork was a very generous serving and I left properly filled up. ¡Tienes que ir este restaurante! Las camareras son muy simpática y la comida es deliciosa. También ellos tienen una buena selección de cervezas. El Presidente es mi favorito.

We recently visited La Ambia Cubano and had a pleasant overall experience. The waitress was very…read morefriendly and welcoming, which made us feel comfortable right away. Although there was no live music during our visit, we still enjoyed the warm, inviting ambiance. I ordered a mojito, which was fresh and delicious. For my entrée, I had the ropa vieja with rice, beans, and sweet plantains. The beef was tender and flavorful, though it could have used a bit more tomato-based sauce. The rice and beans were excellent, and the plantains were a great addition. My husband ordered the Cuban sandwich, which was generously filled with pork, but the meat was a bit dry and could have used more ham for better balance. Overall, we enjoyed the food and service, with a few minor drawbacks. We would consider returning and rate La Ambia Cubano 3 out of 5 stars.

I was married to a Peruvian and my daughter is Peruvian. I have been to Peru and have learned to…read morecook many Peruvian dishes. We very much enjoyed the fresh freshness of the food. My daughter got the Lomo Saltado and I got shrimp the ceviche and causa. Everything was fresh and tasty. The ceviche was missing the camote and the choclo but it was so fresh and delicious I didn't mind. Would absolutely come back again. Our server was friendly and attentive. The chef was great and came out to talk to us when I asked if they had huacatay sauce.

Don't let the simplicity of this little restaurant fool you -- the food was delicious!…read more We stopped at El Buzo for lunch while in Cocoa Beach and were pleasantly surprised. Nothing fancy, just really good, fresh food made to order. One of the things I loved learning about this place is that the chef actually goes fishing, and what he catches can become part of the menu. That made the experience even more special, especially because you could really taste the freshness of the fish. I had the fried fish fillet with rice, fries, and salad, and it was delicious. The fish was fresh, perfectly cooked, and I loved that it wasn't overloaded with seasoning. It had just enough to bring out its natural flavor. We also tried the chicken stir-fry, which was very flavorful. Everything we ordered was prepared fresh at the moment, and the portions were generous. And if you're wondering how much I liked it... just look at the picture of my empty plate. Definitely a little hidden gem in Cocoa Beach. We'll be back!