Stopped by this small Cuban restaurant recently and had a great experience overall. It's definitely a cozy spot -- the interior is pretty small with limited seating, and you order at the counter when you walk in. Luckily the weather was perfect the day we went, so we grabbed a table outside and it ended up being the ideal way to enjoy the meal. We started with a Cuban café with condensed milk, and it was incredible. The coffee was bold and rich like a good Cuban espresso should be, and the condensed milk added the perfect amount of sweetness and creaminess. It was smooth, strong, and honestly one of the best cups of coffee I've had in a while. For food, she ordered the chilaquiles and I ordered the ropa vieja plate, and we also added an order of papa rellenas to share. The chilaquiles were easily the star of the show. The chips were perfectly coated in sauce without being soggy, and the sauce itself had a really unique flavor compared to the traditional chilaquiles I'm used to. It had a deeper, richer taste with just the right balance of spice and tang. Every bite was packed with flavor and it felt like a really thoughtful twist on the dish. The ropa vieja was just as impressive. The shredded beef was incredibly tender and flavorful, clearly slow-cooked because it just fell apart with each bite. The seasoning was spot on -- savory, slightly tomatoey, and really comforting. It came with black beans and rice, and even though I'm usually not a big fan of black beans, these were excellent. They had a lot of flavor and a great texture, not watery or bland like they sometimes can be. The only thing that didn't quite land for me was the papa rellenas. They were well made, but I was expecting something with more of an empanada-like texture or a crispier outer bite. Instead, it was much more potato-forward, which made it a little heavier than I was hoping for. Service was amazing! Kind friendly staff Overall though, the food was flavorful, the coffee was amazing, and the relaxed outdoor seating made it a really enjoyable meal. Definitely a spot worth checking out if you're in the area. read more

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Great food, great service, clean and spacious seating, and lots of parking. I went here after the Loop the Lagoon 5k and got the espresso with condensed milk (I forgot the name but whoever is working explained all the different coffee drinks to me!), the cuban sandwich, and the papas rellenas. I would get all of those items again but I also want to try new items next time. Highly recommend if you're near Vacaville! read more

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My sister and I stopped there for a snack, and it had been awhile since we had eaten there. My sister had biscuits and gravy, a " Senior " portion, which was quite generous! I had a delicious meat pie. It was served on a croissant type bread. Service was excellent, the establishment is very clean and well laid out. A huge selection of coffee..I would recommend this business. read more

I've been going to Cuba Cafe for years and it hits every time! The inside is clean, nothing to over the top but everything is well laid out. The people who work here are always so pleasant and the food is delicious. My go to is the Ropa Veija Omelette, I love the variety on the dish: salad, red beans and rice, side of bread, and the omelette. The bread they include is so so good. Nicely toasted and buttery. My boyfriend usually gets the French toast breakfast, you can never go wrong if you're looking for something savory and sweet. This day we both tried the ropa veija sandwich with the option of sweet potato or regular fries. We decided to get different fries for variety and both were very good. The sandwich was a solid 8/10, the bread was the highlight for me. It was very unique and soft, I only wish it had a bit more meat but I'd definitely get it again. Their coffee is amazing, we got a drink off menu.. I can't remember the name but it was wonderful. I recommend you try this shop and support a good local business ! read more

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The people that work here really do make the place. They were amazing! Explained everything and were super kind! The restaurant was clean and the pastries on display looked delicious.... The Papas Rellenas were good when they come out and are piping hot! I loved the dip that it came with. The side salad was delicious! The dressing was amazing. I ordered the ropa vieja sandwich... the meat was full of flavor and was delicious!! The bread was amazing! Super soft and good! And then an expresso chatta to drink.... Soooo good! We will definitely be back! read more

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This review is for the iced macchiato I had. It was very good! The espresso was rich and smooth, perfectly balanced with the cold milk, and lightly sweetened. I would have liked it a little stronger, but overall I really enjoyed the drink. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area! read more

Cuba Cafe - Iced macchiato - Cuban Near Me - Vacaville, California

Favorite Local Brunch/Lunch Stop when in the area. Service is amazing. The owner is always very friendly and never fails to greet us when we stop by. The little host and hostess also bring together the life of this little family owned restaurant. Always brightens up our day! Our go to's are: The Cafe Con Leche. Tried them hot and cold, both, ON POINT! The meat pies are my personal favorite. The guava and cheese Pastellito's, when I am craving a sweet cheesy treat. read more

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I visited Cuba Cafe for the first time recently. You order at the front counter when you walk inside and they have indoor and outdoor seating available to enjoy your meal. Everyone that we encountered was very nice. The young lady at the counter asked whether the meal was going to be to go or eaten in the cafe. I chose to eat there and found a table and waited for my food to arrive. I ordered the pollo con frijoles y arroz with a mango smoothie. The flavors were really good and I loved the rice! The papusas and strawberry smoothie was also good. I will definitely be stopping by again to try some other items on the menu. read more

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After visiting the Miami, FL area only a couple weeks prior to coming to "Cuba Cafe", I still had the strong urge for some Cuban food cravings. But being back in California, there isn't a whole lot of options. And I was pleasantly surprised to stumble across this place as I was making my way from Sacramento to Napa. Established in 2016, Cuba Cafe is located on the northwest side of Vacaville in a small strip mall at S. Orchard Ave. and W. Monte Vista Ave. They do have limited hours of operation being opened Tuesday through Sunday from 9am to 4pm while being closed for business on Monday. I ended up coming here during the early afternoon of Saturday 4/6/2024 at around 12:15pm. Parking was very easy to find while the business was also simple to identify with large green block lettering. The inside, however is very cheerful, well-lit, and very inviting. The yellowish-green walls brightens up the vibe here. The two LED screens show a very vibrant menu showcasing Cuban breakfast items, pastries, espresso drinks, smoothies, and a bunch of sides. Since I was just looking for some small bites, I ended up ordering (2) "Croquetas" with (1) "Guava & Cheese" pastry and (1) "Cafe Con Leche" (which is espresso & steamed milk); their version of a Cafe Latte. Everything came out to a very reasonable $10 + tax. My Croquetas were ready in just a couple minutes followed by the pastry and my drink a few minutes after that. I will say that having gone to the Little Havana area of Miami, this place definitely gives it a run for its money. I was pleasantly surprised with how delicious and authentic everything tasted. I also spoke with I believe was the owner of the business. Him and the staff were very gracious and accommodating of letting me photograph the inside of the business as I even had a conversation how there just isn't many Cuban spots in California with this being the only one in Vacaville. Great quiet locations, reasonable prices, friendly staff, and delicious food. What's not to like about "Cuba Cafe"? My rating, a unanimous five stars. read more

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Este lugar es una Joya. This place is a jewel homie. First off seems and proud to say that the business is doing good. They came out with key chains, definitely means that they are doing something good. Every time I slide through "Vaca" we end up grabbing a Pastelito, cafecito, or a Cubana. Which I recommend you try the Pastelitos Guava con Queso, Carne and I know they have a third one that I can't recall. Super good full of flavor light and crispy pair that with a cafecito con leche or a Cortado. You'll have a great start to a day. Had the Cubana today super light, toasted smeared with some butter on top of the bread. Look chikas and homies stop by and show them some love. You won't regret it. The service is great very Familia Oriented Business. read more

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Play in the Glen Brook Center strip mall sits is cute Cuban restaurant next to the Maya supermarket. The service was fantastic and the food is fresh, hot and savory the Ropa Vieja omelette was to die for! Very large portions served with Cuban toast and black beans and rice. I will definitely be back to try the other amazing items on the menu. read more

Omg I can't believe I didn't know about this place! It's a cute little family owned business with very welcoming staff. The place is clean and has vibrant decor around the restaurant. The food is AMAZING! We ordered two different plates and some coffee. We were not disappointed. These dishes are authentic and have so much flavor packed in them. We devoured it lol. The coffee was amazing as well. It was espresso with steamed milk, sugar and made to perfection. Everything was chefs kiss. I'll definitely be back as they are easily one of my top five favorites now. read more

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Ropa vieja omelette plate is DELICIOUS! 10/10. Friendly service, clean restaurant, great food.

Great service and the food was delicious. We had the ropa vieja, cubano sandwich and papa rellenas. All were wonderful. The green sauce they give you on the side for the papas rellenas was very tasty. Everything tasted so fresh. read more

Vacaville is so lucky to have this place!!! The food is SO GOOD. After the first time I tried this place, I ended up going back 4 days in a row. I'm pretty sure anything you get from here will be good. You won't be disappointed. The first thing I tried was the pan con bistec, the ropa vieja plato and Cuban sandwich. Everything is so flavorful and tastes like a home cooked meal. The ropa vieja plato was my favorite. And the fried plantains are perfection. Get extra of that. The pastries are also amazing. The guava one is my favorite. The options they have are the meat pies, guava, and guava and cheese. Aside from the delicious food, the service is great as well. They are super quick and very friendly. I really love the family friendly vibes they have. I will definitely be coming back here! read more

Cuba Cafe - Ropa Vieja Plato - Cuban Near Me - Vacaville, California

Let's start with the pupusas .. they are not made fresh when I asked when they were made the women said she didn't know that it could have been the day before or a few days ago.. and they were not good.. The sausage that comes with breakfast taste like cheap hotdogs the bacon was perfectly crisp the scrambled eggs were ok the toast was delicious the French toast was eatable but not really good Ok the burger : the patty was perfect the flavor the size I loved that The sandwich was delicious Over all I couldn't really complain but it could very well be better .. it's just not worth the price read more

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Great food, fresh and flavorful!!! Take the time to find the place, you will be very pleased with the food and service read more

I have had this place bookmarked for-ever. I finally dropped on by for a weekend lunch. The counter service cafe is in a neighborhood shopping center in the suburbs across from a fire station. Once I stepped inside the cafe, I felt the welcoming vibes. The owner was talking to old and new customers in Spanish and English. Treating everyone like a new friend. Luv that. The food was pretty darn tasty. I will be honest, I have never been to Cuba. But my taste buds like what they like. And they luved ropa vieja platos (braised beef stew) $16.50 and the papas rellenas (potato balls) 2 for $3. The ropa vieja meat was shredded and flavorful, spiced right packing subtle flavors. I'm gobbled that up. Delicious. The plate was served with conjer (black beans and rice) and fried plantains. Mmm. The plantations were fried to a nice caramelization to the perfect natural sweetness. The potato balls were made of mashed potatoes filled with a ground beef and deep fried to a crisp golden exterior. Those are comfort food for sure. Every culture seems to have a version of potato balls. Theirs did not disappoint. The pastries are all homemade and sell out quickly. The customer in front of me was a regular. She told me all the pastries are home made and are delicious. But after I ate, when I went back inside to buy some pastries. I was slow on the roll, they sold out. The interior is bright, modern, clean, and comfortable. They have indoor and outdoor seating. It is a small quaint place serving up mighty tasty food. I will definitely be back and to try other menu items and will not snooze on the pastries. read more

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Mom wanted Porto's and I heard this was similar. We got the Cuban sandwich. Ham, cheese, roast pork, mustard and pickles. The bread was toasted and soft. Really good. Also got the Papas Rellenos. Tastes like Porto's. Took home a couple turnovers. Guava & cheese and coconut. Light, flakey, and warm. I couldn't taste the cheese. Maybe she gave me just guava. Still good. Quick service and friendly staff. read more

Cuba Cafe - Papas Rellenas and Cuban sandwich. - Cuban Near Me - Vacaville, California

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Ordered pupusas, papas rellenas, Cubano sandwich, guava and cheese pastry, cheese only pastry. Each dish was cooked perfectly and very flavorful. Was ordered via DoorDash. Came with a ton of salsa roja and curtido read more

There aren't too many options in my area for Cuban food that I'm aware of, so when I was scheduling a business lunch with a colleague I thought this would be a good spot; and that it was! This little cafe is located in a grocery store strip mall and seems to do a good, steady business. I love the atmosphere! The decor just screams Ricky Ricardo! Checking in on Yelp gets you a free appetizer. I ordered both croquettes and papas rellenas. Both appetizers were really tasty. For lunch I ordered the Pan con Bistec, or what most would call a very special steak sandwich. It was delicious! The bread, the garlic spread, the sautéed onions, and of course the marinaded steak made for the perfect lunch. I chose beans as my accompaniment, which were good. I could have chosen French fries or sweet potato fries, which I would have preferred but I was trying to be good. The owner/cashier/hostess did a good job of providing very good customer service. She ensured we had everything we needed and answered questions to help with making menu selections. This is another spot I'm going to have to return to.... It was really good! read more

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Get the PAPAS RELLENAS. Deep fried mashed potato balls filled with picadillo (ground beef with nonspicy spices). So yummy! It came with this delicious green dipping sauce. If you do a Yelp check-in and order either two sandwiches or entrees, you can get a free order of Papas Rellenas or Croquetas, which have ham inside. I liked that all the food was made to order and served hot. My Cuban sandwich with black beans was comfort food. Not the most meaty sandwich I've had, but satisfying. It contains slow-roasted pork, ham, and melty Swiss cheese. The black beans was more like soup than a side of beans. Some beans had burst, and there is a lot of liquid. However, I do love soup. Ropa Vieja is very saucy, but the shredded beef seemed dry to me. I'm not a fan of pulled pork in general though. Don't arrive too close to closing time at 4 PM because you may be hurried out. Food needs 15 minutes to come out. My mistake was to not wrap up sooner. Owner turned up the volume of the Latin music at 4 PM, smiling and trying to show me she enjoyed or wanted to dance to the music. However, she was nice enough to let me use the restroom one more time to wash up before leaving. Earlier, she also asked me why I was taking so many pictures, so I had to tell her that I post on Yelp. Understandable that she would be protective. English is clearly not her first language, so there is likely a cultural barrier. Here are other items I'd be interested in trying next time: - Empanada or Meat Pie (also filled with the picadillo ground beef) - Cafe con Leche (because I believe Cuban coffee is sweet) - Congri (red beans and rice mixed together) - Guava and Cheese Cuban filo pastry I like that the restaurant also offers omelettes, breakfast sandwiches, and French Toast. When driving to the restaurant, I felt like I was driving on local neighborhood streets. It did not feel commercial at first, but eventually, you will see a plaza. Cuba Cafe is in the same plaza with Maya Supermarket, which sells grocery products from Central and South America and Mexico. If I had had more time, I would have checked out that market to immerse and explore Latin culture. read more

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Food 5 stars Service 5 stars Ambiance 5 stars. I wish the location was bigger so that I could bring all my friends and just feast. Geysi always greets customers with a smile and I was extremely elated to see that the restaurant was packs and busy this Memorial Day weekend. If you want a taste of Cuba with a nice steaming cup of cafe con leche (2 azúcares por favor), refer to my other reviews and come on in! read more

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Delicious! I had a pupusa and a meat pie. The pupusa was full and soft and their salsa was very tasty. The meat pie had a flavorful filling of ground beef and onions and the pastry was flaky. It does take a few minutes for the food to be ready but then you know it's coming to you fresh. All of the workers were very nice and helpful. Definitely a place to stop by! read more

Cuban food, culture, and Cuba itself has a special place in my heart. This Café is located with Jungle Yogurt. It's small but the menu is decent in size. I've heard some people say it's comparable to Portos, located in southern California and I can see their similarities but the one thing that Cuba Cafe has that Portos does not, it the small vibe home vibe that many cafe's in Cuba have all including the grumpy cashier (which I hold nothing against, in fact I like her). The Cafe Cubano is hearty. The beans have a good solid flavor and you can rely on them to wake you up. The potato balls were really good with the sauce that it comes with, the guava and cheese turn over was perfectly sweetened, the croquettas was my favorite, and the Cuban sandwich was delicious and cheesy! For sure this place is super underestimated! read more

Cuba Cafe - Cuban Near Me - Vacaville, California

Came here for lunch on a Saturday, and it was so worth it! It's about a 10 min drive from the outlet, but this spot exceeded my expectations. I have been missing Porto's down in SoCal, and the potato balls here have a thinner but crispier crunch that I loved. The ropa vieja (braised shredded beef) was delicious. I've had plantains that were coated heavily with sugar, but this spot doesn't do that - but it was still crispy and delicious. Service was good, and the ambiance was roomy and airy perfect for a meal. Hope to come back in the near future. read more

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Great service, good amount of indoor and outdoor seating, and amazing food. I'm ready to come back for the ropa vieja plato (Cuban beef stew) and papas rellenas (potato balls). read more

Cuba Cafe - Papas Rellenas - Cuban Near Me - Vacaville, California

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A Cuban restaurant in Vacaville??!?!? Yes, imagine my surprise when Cuba Cafe showed up in my recommendations awhile ago. I bookmarked it to try out. Well today is the official day I decided to stop by Cuba Cafe!! It did not disappoint at all!! Service: I was greeted presumably by the owner as I entered. She was in the midst of cooking and told me to let her know when I'm ready to order. She was pleasant and brought my food to my table when it was ready (I was eating in).She even brought me a to go box without me having to ask! Food: The meat and potatoes of this review!! You will get the importance of that lil joke in just a bit. I ordered the Cuban Club Sandwich, Papas Rellenas, and Café con leche. Cuban Club Sandwich- Delicioso!! It's a BLT sandwich with ham and mayo. This was a hefty sized sandwich split into 4 triangular portions with toothpicks in each one. Cuban bread is something special, that is not easy expressed on words! I couldn't finish all of my sandwich and packed the remaining half for leftovers. The CCS can be served with black beans or french fries. I opted for the French fries. Those bad boys were nice and hot! Papas Rellenas- Two big fried balls of meat and potatoes served with a scrumptious side of sauce. I think the sauce was a mustard and possible oil mix.. it was divine! I was only able to eat one whole papa rellena and packed away the other half of my Cuban Club Sandwich. Café con leche (with sugar)- Served in a huge mug with a small plate underneath. It came to my table hot (it was brought out last). The owner was kind in accommodating my request to use oatmilk instead of regular milk (team lactose intolerant in the building!!). She asked if I wanted to use oat or the hemp milk. No fuss, no judgment. I really appreciated that!! I wouldn't describe the coffee as strong, I would say it has a very robust flavor and aroma!! I'm not a fan of strong roasted coffee, but, this was a different brew of coffee. I'm not sure what brand is used here, but, I wish more places served it! It never tasted burnt. It was a robust flavor from first sip to the last. Mmmm...I miss it already! Ambiance: Although it was a gloomy day, the decor of the place made it bright and cherry. It had that feel of being in Cuba! It was fun to look at! I can appreciate a restaurant that's decorative and full of color...it really brings life into a restaurant!! No stuffy restaurant vibes at Cuba Cafe! Price: Much like everything these days, costs of gone up. The prices here are up compared to pictures of menus from years past. Yes, it's a lil "pricey", but, it's affordable. I rather put my money into a local business, with authentic food versus junk fast food. The amount of food I received for what I paid is pretty generous!! Especially when it came to the meat! While other restaurants are stingy with bacon on sandwiches(for example), Cuba Cafe is not. I thoroughly enjoyed my dine in experience at Cuba Cafe. I'm thrilled I have another local eatery I can add to my list and tell everyone I know about it! I will absolutely return! ¡¡Muchas gracias Cuba Café!! ¡¡Hasta pronto!! read more

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We had breakfast here and it was delicious but I was devastated to see there were only two people working there, the cashier (also barista and server) and the cook. These two ladies were lovely but they were so busy and stressed. The place was packed and it was impossible for 2 people to attend to everyone. The food took long but I completely understood why. I hope the owners see this comment because they needs to hire someone else. I will not comeback until I see an extra helper. read more

Was doing some work in Vacaville and got a Cuban food cravin and as you know Yelp always comes through!!! Came to Cafe Cuba and was pleasantly surprised with great service and very good food ! Had the Cuban sandwich and it was delicious - well seasoned and cooked to perfection! Papa's rellenas and a Malta (if you know - you know ! ) . Me and my business partner enjoyed our lunch and I will definitely come back when passing by Vacaville! read more

Cuba Cafe - Cuban Near Me - Vacaville, California

What a gem. It's a testament, and not a surprise that this Cuban cafe not only survived COVID, but revitalized an otherwise dying shopping center in Old Town Vacaville. read more

Cute little shop! Very friendly and helpful staff. I had the Cubano sandwich with crispy sweet potato fries. They were the perfect crispness. Nothing worse than a limp sweet potato fry. I also had the papas relleno and croqueta. Both were great but the croqueta was the best. read more

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OMG !!! I'm soooooo happy I found this place. Seriously the best coffee I've ever had!!! It's authentic Cuban coffee too. Also obsessed with the Cuban sandwich and multiple sides. I wish this place was closer to me. I also love the vibe inside and how authentic the whole place feels. The service is really great too. You can really tell that they care a lot read more

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Drove here from Sacramento. I was looking forward to trying authentic Cuban food. I attempted to order croquetas and was told they would be ready in 3 hours. Hmm.. that wasn't going to work. I found it peculiar that that they sell pupusas but I decided to order one. Unfortunately, it was not hot and the masa was not fully cooked. I ordered a guava and cheese pastelito to go. Was excited to try it as I usually rarely get to have pastelitos. The best are sold at Portos in SoCal. When I got home, I was going to warm it up but felt that it was hard/stale. I could tell it was not made the same day. After taking several bites, I did not find the cheese. I was given a guava pastry. It also fell apart all over the place. Overall, I was dissatisfied with my experience. Considering all the reviews, I was expecting to have a really great experience. read more

My favorite Cuban restaurant! We stop there every time we can. Service is great, coffee is amazing, super affordable and always clean and welcoming environment. Service is friendly and attentive. We love this place read more

We tried this for the first time and it was great! The Plato Pollo was really good the seasonings were tasty- Loved it. The service was great, clean. We will do this again! read more

Cuba Cafe - "Plato Pollo " with black beans on the side. So YUMMY - Cuban Near Me - Vacaville, California

The best white mocha I have ever had . It reminds me of when I went to Puerto Rico! The food is always so great! Its a small shop with big flavor! Everything is always fresh to order! The staff is actually Cuban. They are so nice, especially the lady who takes the orders . She is so sweet! I cant wait to go back! read more

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It's so hard to find Cuban food in Sacramento and nearby. So when I am craving Portos but can't drive to LA, I am glad this hole in the wall spot exists. Been craving fried plantains and this spot offers a side order. I shared a Cubano Sandwich but fell in love with the meat pie. Both came out hot and fresh. I would come back for more of those meat pies and try the potato balls next time. read more

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The food is hands down the best of the best ! Cute small cafe. I've never had Cuban food before and I was pleasantly surprised. It's an hr drive for me to get to, but it's definitely worth it! The service is great. Staff is friendly and helpful. Everything is fresh. Will definitely keep coming back. read more

Some fellow Pickleball players and I have a breakfast with each other on a regular basis. We choose small restaurants in Davis, Dixon, and Winters. I chose the Cuba Cafe and we were rewarded with an outstanding meal. We ordered the Salvadoran breakfast, biscuits and gravy, and a Cuban breakfast sandwich. The flavors were delicious and the portions were very generous. This was my first time there and I will be back. read more