Its a bit confusing because it seems like this place has been renamed to Papazzito Coffee Bar. Great customer service; this is a mostly Spanish speaking establishment but the wait staff were incredibly patient with us and welcoming. For unbeatable pricing, the food we got as incredibly well-seasoned and well portioned. I recommend any of the ethnic dishes as my group tried about half of what was on display and they all tasted great. We ate two plates there and also took food to go. The oxtail was cooked exactly as it should be where the collagen is nice and chewy, with meat falling off the bone. All the meat we tried was moist and tender. For $4 you can get hefty empanadas and we tried and loved the chicken, beef and cheese filled ones. The tamale was also delicious. The food looked like it was made with wholesome ingredients and care. The cortadito was nice and strong - incredibly efficient for a small shot as we woke up after eating all that food. They serve a variety of drink flavors like guayabano and mamey. I got a mamey smoothie and enjoyed the creamy almost melon-like but novel flavor for me. For novelty, value, and delicious cultural cuisine, this place etched a core memory in that we paid more at whole foods and got more thrill from the flavorful experience at Papazzito Coffee Bar. read more

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This is one of my favorite restaurants in all of Orlando. We literally come here all the time. On this visit I got my customary beef empanadas and passion fruit juice. Be advised that there is sometimes a language barrier so be clear about what you want. I got my order in a timely fashion and it was delicious as usual. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for good Cuban food in Orlando. read more

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I stopped by the restaurant this past Saturday for breakfast. I've patronized the location before but, only for lunch and dinner items. The female server and staff were friendly and accommodating as I did ask questions regarding their menu and Wi-Fi service. I eventually decided to get their combination meal which came with Two Eggs, Sausage, Ham, Bacon, Cheese, French Fries and Cuban Bread. Whew!... Just writing that sentence made me full. The meal itself was good however, the star of the show was the Cuban Bread which was thin and crunchy on the outside and nicely buttered, soft and airy on the inside. The only quibble I had was the cleanliness of the interior as there were a few booths which were not wiped down from the previous customers. They also only serve bottled water which I realized after the server provided me the bottle at my table. The restaurant charged a reasonable $1.25 for the bottle but, the restaurant should make visitors aware they do not serve tap water. read more

Café Pinar - Breakfast Combination Meal - Cuban Near Me - Orlando, Florida

We came here for a quick lunch as it was conveniently located inside the plaza we were in. It's a casual spot with some many people getting takeout as well as dining in. I ordered the vaca frita and my partner got the tripleta sandwich. The portions were generous and the food was very good. We also both got fruit juices to drink and next time I'm in Orlando I would come back just for the guava juice! read more

Café Pinar - Vaca Frita - Cuban Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Yummy pit stop. Cafe con leche is really good. Friendly service and lots of options. The masked plantain didn't have much flavor. I was hoping for a bit of mofongo touch! But the rest was good for a quick breakfast! Lunch looked amazing as we saw them Bringing all the food out for the buffet like option. Looks like you walk by and they have it ready and you choose what you want! Would definitely do that next time. The gps took us to a gas station and we had to go farther down the street in the target parking lot. Across the street from 7-11. We were bummed there was no crema for the platanos frito but we no the Cubans don't usually have it but they should!! LOL read more

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No matter where I am in the world, I just want a place like Cafe Pinar to be near me. But if Orlando is where I have to be to enjoy it, so be it. This is my kind of Cuban place: casual, delicious, affordable, and the kind of vibe I want in any neighborhood establishment. Located in the corner of a strip mall, Cafe Pinar is not the most obvious place for first-timers. There is plenty of parking and as I understand it is rarely busy during most days, save for the lunch hour. There's a good amount of seating for all sorts of groups and the takeout process is quite easy. I would highly recommend speaking Spanish if at all possible here and of course, come hungry. I had a number of items but there were a few that stood out. The ropa vieja is everything that it's been advertised to be, succulent and savory all throughout. The carne guisada is also quite nice with chunks of meat and potato, the pernil was wonderfully crispy and extremely abundant, thanks to a very packed box from my Chilean server, Lorena. I give big props to their maduros and the yuca was surprisingly very good. I would recommend any of their rice choices, especially the yellow rice and the mixed moros. It is without a doubt. I would come back here in a heartbeat. There is outdoor seating and so many amazing choices throughout their daily lunch line. Many of the patrons are also Cuban, which is always a good sign. They get a hard five stars. read more

I'm a big fan of Cuban food, and this place definitely did not disappoint. I'm coming back here again. I like the casual atmosphere and coffee. Outside seating is a big plus. They sell cigars too read more

This place is no longer called cafe Pinar is called another name and is under new management and along with new management comes ridiculous 15% service fee. Like serious why Im I seeing the majority of Dominicans, Venezuelan and Columbian charge these ridiculous 15% service fee charges? Do they do this in their country and bring those bad habits to Fl. This is incredible..... I will never put a foot in this place ever again. Nor to other restaurants that charges these fee. read more

What a pleasant surprise! We popped in here while shopping in the area nearby. It is a modest place with a few indoor seats and an easy to review menu. The staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful. I ordered the chicken and rice, which was very tasty! There was more than enough to take leftovers home and they were just as delicious the second time around. They served everything in re-usable, take-home containers, which was super handy and was a nice touch to know that it was all new and safe with COVID. Overall: A+ A wonderful surprise that we will absolutely be adding in to our regular rotation of food adventures. :) read more

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I'm big on customer service, this is part of my experience and I have to say 2 thumbs up for that at this place. Food was fresh and delicious. So by and grab a bite, you'll enjoy it. read more

Desperate to find traditional beef empanadas, I went to Pinar expecting not a lot. I felt I had driven all over the "Disney area," searching for a SIMPLE carne empanada with no questionable "filling." All I was looking for was a morning snack . They hit my mark. The empanadas were freshly dropped when I ordered and steaming hot when they came to me. I was looking for the simple perks of Cuban food and finally found quality! My only "ugh" was there was no Verde sauce, but the juego de mango graciously made up for it. I want to stop by to try their entrees. The ropa viejo, per someone's order, looked GOOD. read more

Café Pinar - Beef empanadas (2). Freshly fried and seasoned--delish. - Cuban Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Food is good but dang the attitude that all the women have there is terrible. I did a phone order for two sandwiches and two drinks. Lady said 5-10 min. Ended up waiting 30 minutes. First, didn't let my bf know that they received orders but that they were backed up. Two, gave dirty looks, dances and laughing at him? Opened my sandwich tray and had thrown the fries INSIDE the sandwich. Definitely done on purpose. All they had to do is let him know the status and apologize for the delay. The attitude at my bf wasn't necessary. read more

Café Pinar - Fries thrown inside the sandwich. Was not requested that way at all. - Cuban Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Hoy pase por café pinar por primera vez tenía una cita en el DMV y pues quería desayunar algo rápido por empezar cuando entre la actitud de la dependienta morena fue un poco grosera con decirte que se puso brava porque no dejé propina (pago que es opcional basado en la manera que te traten con buen servicio) en una compra de 10 dólares que pedí para llevar! La comida no estaba mal pero La verdad que no vengo más aquí basado en la primera experiencia si no quieres que te miren con mala cara y traten mal no visites este lugar read more

I was shopping at FLorida Mall and wanted to grab lunch and saw this place nearby. This is definitely one of my favorite place in Orlando so far. Service was amazing. The staff was very nice and considerate. While I was ordering my food, the person kept asking me if i want this or that and if i rather have this or that and even let me choose which pieces of protein i wanted! I ordered the daily lunch special which came with a quarter leg of chicken, either potatoes or sweet plantains, and rice with beans. I got the sweet plantains and asked if i can get a salad instead of the rice. All of it was for $6 with high quality food!!! And the portion was very generous. The chicken along was pretty decent in size. and it was so tender (falling off the bone). As I was eating, I kept looking at the menu to see what I can order next when I come back...I think I want to try their breakfast or their sandwiches lol Definitely a hole in the wall as it's located in a small strip mall. I probably wouldn't even notice it if it wasn't for yelp. read more

Café Pinar - Lunch special - chicken with salad and plantains - Cuban Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Didn't get a pic of the food because I was starving! However establishment was clean and they were friendly when we walked in. I was super bummed they didn't have ANY empanadas! I ordered the passion fruit drink and the beef with potatoes, yellow rice and black beans and plantains. The plantains were a little dry or maybe over cooked. read more

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The quality of the food has been declining for the last year and service is not very good either! *** The thing that really bothers me is the ladies ring you up and speed through the screen that shows you the total order and take you to the tip screen. They wait for you to leave a tip. They put an auto 15% on every order, and don't tell you. They got me the first few times. The last time I was in there with a group and paid. When we got to the tip screen I said you already included a tip. She got annoyed and we waited 35 min for 4 sandwiches, and they were not busy. I've been in to get just one sandwich and they charge the 15% too. I never tip just 15% but if they're going to try to scam extra money then that's what I will leave them. Finally they just changed their name, I wonder why.... read more

Amazing! I stopped in on the way to the Crayola Experience during a recent family vacation. I was worried the kids wouldn't find anything they like but I was wrong. This was enjoyed by all! Our party ranged in age from 2 years old to 80 years old. In the event your kids are not adventurous, they do have a kids menu with the traditional options of grilled cheese and chicken fingers. Excellent service. Clean. Many food options to choose from. Authentic Cuban. The buffet style service is a terrific idea. You get to see each option before making your selection. read more

Café Pinar - Cuban Near Me - Orlando, Florida

We went here for the first time a couple weeks ago, and wow, did this place exceed my expectations! We were doing some shopping nearby and looking for lunch ideas. We love Cuban food, but had never tried Cafe Pinar, so decided to give it a chance. From the outside, it's not much to look at. Once inside, it's a smallish place, and they encouraged us to grab a paper menu (we were there during COVID) and take a seat anywhere. They have the typical offerings you'd expect from a Cuban restaurant in Florida: empanadas, croquettas, medianoche and other Cuban sandwiches, and a variety of beef, chicken and pork dishes. I ordered the Ropa Vieja lunch special with black beans and rice - one of my go-to Cuban dishes. If you haven't had ropa before, it's shredded beef cooked with garlic, onions, bell peppers, wine, and tomato sauce. Delicious! The food was sooooo good! The portions were huge, and the prices were dirt cheap. This may have been pandemic pricing, but we got two lunch specials (my Ropa Vieja and Stacy's Arroz con Pollo a la Cubana) and an order of ham croquettas for ~$20 ... including tax! Overall, this was a great food experience, and I can't wait to go back and try more things on the menu! read more

Café Pinar - Ropa vieja with black beans, yellow rice, and fried sweet plantains - Cuban Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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This place has some of the best Cuban food around; you can tell because the owner is from Cuba and the food is made with love. I've tried a variety of dishes here (from the pork, to the picadillo, to my personal favorite--the medianoche, or midnight, sandwich). The latter dish is simple, but surprisingly easy to screw up. For one, they use the correct bread (a special, sweet-potato-like), as opposed to traditional Cuban or white bread. The pork is always juicy, not dry, and the proportion of meat to cheese to condiments is correct. The sandwich is also pressed properly such that it is crispy on the outside, but soft on the inside. And at $6.49, it is a steal. I will always return for good, authentic Cuban food when in the area. read more

Café Pinar - Medianoche Sandwich. They use the correct bread, the pork is juicy, and the proportions are all correct. Great value! - Cuban Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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We don't live in the area but anytime we come down to Orlando this is a must stop! Authentic Cuban food! They just don't have this where we are from! read more

Café Pinar - Cuban Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Yelp has wrong address. Here's correct address 730 Sand Lake Rd Unit 30 Orlando, FL 32809 United States read more

We stopped in for breakfast. Everyone I was with needed COFFEE and I am told Café Pinar fits the bill perfectly. I on the other had had a fresh juice, emphasis on fresh. For breakfast we all ordered eggs, ham, Cuban bread and various sides. Everything was done correctly. They enjoy life and you can tell there is a sense of humor based on the sign hanging on the counter about marriage. read more

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This is a 5/5. This is NOT a 4.5 / 5 This is Cuban. This is good food. This is quality. This is love put into a meal. This is what you should look for in a meal. Go here and you will not be disappointed unless your a "salt and pepper" on everything person. This has to much flavor for you then. This is true quality. read more

Delicious!!! Mis hijos que soon complicados para la comida quedaron encantados. Friendly staff with amazing food and portions.

The food was really good, prices were moderate. There was no wait when we went. The only thing I'd say about inside was it was still warm inside. By the time the food came I was starting to sweat. read more

The service it's horrible I went 2 times in a row and the couple of ladies that works in there looks like they are always in a rush even tho the restaurant is empty and no smiles at all specially the cashier Black long hair Evelin was so rude. They talk bout their personal life next to the cash register instead of being polite with people. Food was ok but service was horrible hope they fix it soon read more

What a gem! I came across this place by mistake while searching for a breakfast place. Around 11am went with a pal. Seated and served very quickly. Loved the Cuban coffee. Our meals were cooked to order, took 10 minutes or so. The steak was amazing and the salmon was juicy and flavorful! The Cuban rice was amazing as well. Ended up eating lunch early that day, they also have a lot of breakfast options. Friendly host, reasonable price. Highly recommend! read more

Café Pinar - Bistec de Res a la Milanesa - Cuban Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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If I could give this place 0 stars, I would. The service was awful. The waitress forgot to write down one of the orders for a three top table. The two other breakfast plates came out after 25 mins. Didn't know eggs took that long. One of the plates was inedible because the fried eggs were watery. Also I didn't know pan con bistec came with cheese. Save your money - go anywhere else. read more

The food was really good it tasted authentic definitely recommend. Service was good .

I wanted to try a new spot for breakfast, and we decided to check out Café Pinar. You seat yourself and your order will be taken. This place serves amazing cafe con leche. And they probably have one of the best Cubans around. It was a huge sandwich, btw. I really want to try them out for lunch. Their lunch specials are $4.99! Overall, 4 stars. read more

Café Pinar - Cuban - Cuban Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Good cheap eats. We came on a lark for breakfast and I ate way too much because it was that good! One of the better Medianoches I've had in a while. Solid 3.5 stars. Anyone missing Shane's? read more

Café Pinar - Ay dios mio! - Cuban Near Me - Orlando, Florida

I am back here for lunch now and cannot help updating my review. I wish I could rate 6 stars for this place. They deserve more than 5 in my opinion. As soon as I stepped in I was greeted by the familiar face gentleman (owner) and he himself helped me with my lunch selection. Although I really love their Cuban sandwich, black beans, chicken, etc., I am always interested in trying something new so it was perfect that he helped me. I took his recommendation and chose roast pork for the meat. It had a lot of good flavor and so delicious. With it I had black bean rice, potatos and yucca with garlicky oil. Everything was great. The whole meal with a can of CoCo Rico was only $8.51. Cafe Pinar is a super delicious, super reasonably priced and super nice service Cuban restaurant! I only wish I could come to Orlando more often! read more

Café Pinar - The whole meal cost me $8.51 at lunch time. Just amazing. - Cuban Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Hoy fui con unas amistades que querían comida cubana. La comida parecía un poco auténtica, pero no sabía nada al sabor cubano; nos supo más a la comida venezolana que a otra cosa. Me dieron una pechuga a la plancha vieja que intentaron arreglar, y me supo horrible. Ellos cambiaron de dueños, y los nuevos dueños no son cubanos. Este restaurante no se lo recomiendo!!! My friends and I decided to try a Cuban restaurant today. Although the presentation of the food looked authentic, the taste was far from it. I opted for the grilled chicken breast but was disappointed to receive a poorly cooked, unappetizing chicken. Upon further investigation, we discovered that the restaurant had changed ownership and was no longer run by Cuban chefs. Based on this experience, I cannot recommend this restaurant. read more

I ordered shrimp with garlic. It comes with fried yellow plantains. I asked if I could get the tostones instead (also plantain). I was told I could but I was charged extra and I didn't get the fried yellow plantains. They did not take off for me not getting the fried yellow plantains but charged my extra when I was not told I would be. They do not have red beans. They have black beans and pink beans. I asked for the red beans since I was told the choice was black or red. I got pink beans instead. When I asked for the red beans, as I had originally ordered, I was told they only had those pink beans and not the red ones. When I was going to add a tip, the sever told me that an 18% tip was automatically added. I couldn't change that even though there was no warning for that. The shrimp was okay but no garlic taste at all. I won't got here again since they didn't have what they advertised. read more

This is a very nice Cuban restaurant in Orlando. Staff is extremely friendly and helpful, the food is very tasty and fresh. One of the few places where we found Materva drink in Orlando. read more

Café Pinar - Lechón con maduros, arroz y frijoles - Cuban Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Had to try some authentic Cuban food while in Florida. Came accross Pinar and so glad we did! The food was absolutely delicious. Had the cuban steak sandwich and steak, egg and cuban bread breakfast meal which were both so delicious. The Cuban bread was my favorite and their Cuban coffee was so smooth and satisfying. Their fresh Guava juice was also absolutely delicious. I highly recommend this place if your looking to tey some delicious authentic Cuban Food! read more

Café Pinar - Cuban Steak Sandwich - Cuban Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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There is nothing I can say other than it was beyond awesome and a great value for my dollar. The fried green plantains were fresh and delicious. The coffee was outstanding as you would expect. My Cuban sandwich was more than just hearty. It was huge and delicious and perfectly prepared. Everyone is friendly and the place is very clean. My friend and I enjoyed the fast service and friendly servers. Go by and enjoy what is the best Cuban food in Orlando, possibly Florida even. read more

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Food was delicious and the ladies working behind the counter were nice and friendly, I will definitely go back.

Worse service. Took an hour to get 4 sandwiches. At 25 minutes, they kept telling us 5 more minutes every 5 minutes. Very unorganized. Finally got 4 sandwiches and the order was not correct. read more

The food is very good, but it's expensive. They charge a 15% kitchen charge, which when added to the tip adds another $10 to your bill (3 people). No refills on coffee. It's a shame because my bill was over $50 for the three of us, which I paid but never again. read more