LOVE Cuban anything! This Gringo can make a mean Cuban coffee (con espumita y todo)- unfortunately this place misses the mark... How can you call yourself a Cuban rest when you serve espresso that you call Cuban coffee? This was my first red flag... When I went to place my order I simply wanted to get some Cuban toast vs the sides they were offering and requested toast vs some sides - and was told it would be an extra charge. Huh? You keep all the sides and just toss in a crumb of bread - guess I was surprised that this would be an issue. Kinda dumb business move as I did not end up placing my order and will not go back again. Go to Lazaro's - about 8 miles away but ALWAYS spectacular food and the owner is super nice in a cool space with inside and outside seating. Muchas Gracias. David read more

Meh, it was just ok. The cuban sandwich was kind of flat in my opinion, didnt really stand out to me as one of the better ones I've had. Fries were good. Service was mediocre. read more

The food here is incredible! A great place to go if you're going to try and get some deliciious authentic Cuban Food. It's pretty good, even though i'm used to Puerto Rican food ;). But I have to say, the yuca is delicious, the media noche is also pretty excellent and the cuban sandwich was epic. The rice and beans at this place are well seasoned and I have to say the people who work here are all very nice and friendly. Would definitely recommend this place to any customers! read more

I don't usually do this but I have to, I think is extremely disrespectful to advertise something in your menu that is not serve, i just order the "VACA" frita and what i got was some sheared pernil(PORK), with 0 flavor by the way. read more

I ordered our food for take out. When I walked in I was almost floored by how awesome the smell was. To be honest I almost ate my families entire meal on the way home since my car wreaked of awesome! When I picked up my order I was greeted by the owner who was working pretty much every job in the place. As fast paced as he was going he made sure to slow down and show much appreciation for my business. So the food.......A MAZING! Even after taking it home and eating 20 minutes later the flavor of the food was still there and the texture of it was still perfect. Some stuff just doesn't travel well and this food did for sure. I need to go here in person and sit down and eat with the family. OH and Cuban coffee. YES! read more

Ya know, it's super easy to assume that all the strip mall restaurants in the burbs are just swill, but the reality is, all the best ethnic restaurants on Buford are in strip malls...or in Gwinnett, or South Atlanta...the list goes on. Once again, I'd recommend that folks let their ITP snottery go and run OTP to The Cuban Diner. The food is fantastic. It's authentic and as good as Cuban food gets in Atlanta in my experience. The Ropa Vieja is fantastic, the mojo chicken is to die for and their maduros are heavenly. I've yet to have 1 bad experience. Please share in this fantastic family run restaurant. You'll really dig it. read more

Omg I loved it! I wish they weren't so far! I had the arroz imperial, beef and chicken empanadas (awesome! Reminded me of Ecuadorian empanadas which made me happy) and a coconut mojito to die for. I can't wait to be back on that side of town so I can go back! read more

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Born and raised in Miami and having eaten at practically every Cuban restaurant there, if you blind folded me and took me here to eat, I would tell you that I was in a Cuban restaurant in Miami. I've been to about 3-4 of the Cuban/Latin restaurants around Atlanta, and after coming here several times now, I can say that this place is my #1 choice. They've certainly made the move up here a little bit easier for me as well :) Update: They need to improve their breaded steak, it's WAY too thin, like paper thin. Most of the time it's hard to tell if I'm even biting into steak of if it's all bread. Everything else is really good, but I'd stay away from this one dish until they improve it. read more

Definitely a hidden gem! This restaurant is tucked away in a non-descript strip mall. The lunch menu had a variety of choices that all looked appealing. I ended up ordering the Pan Con Bistec sandwich. The beef was tender and well seasoned. The Cuban bread was a nice touch over regular sandwich bread. My coworker had the ropa platter with rice and plantains . It looked delicious and he said that it was, indeed. I will definitely return and will try them for dinner as well as our server said that some of the portions were a bit large for lunch. The service was top-notch as well. From the time we walked in until we left, everyone was very attentive. Our server (didn't catch her name) was wonderful. Even people who weren't our server would ask if we needed anything as they passed by. A man I believe was the manager also stopped by our table twice as well. If you want delicious, quick and affordable Cuban food, make your way here. You won't be disappointed. read more

This is a great hole in the wall place with delicious Cuban food! So far this is our favorite place with La Cubana a close second

Great hidden gem in Marietta. Authentic Cuban food that you can smell as soon as you walk in the door. Everything we had from the pork to the yuca fries were delicious, and purely authentic. We also ordered some cuban coffee, and it definitely will wake you up if you're not ready for it. I will definitely be going back here for lunch again. Atmosphere is great, and the staff was beyond pleasant. read more

I love atlanta, but the lack of Hispanic food drives me insane. The Cuban diner feels like home. I would say everything is good but I can't attest to that because the vaca Frita was SO good, I've had it every single time since the first time I got there, which at this point has been over ten times. The staff is friendly, the price is right, and the owner is always there to greet you or check on your meal. Do yourself a favor, come here, eat good but save room for the flan. Best I've ever had, anywhere. Period. read more

I fell in love with Caribbean food while I lived in Puerto Rico and find it hard to get in Texas. When I say this place in Yelp I jumped at the opportunity to give it a try. The place is casual and modest with a great ambiance. Perfect for a lunch stop. The service was impeccable. The waitresses were on point making sure I was taken care of without being overwhelming. And the food? Oh!!! The food!!!! Wonderful! Authentic! The Caribbean favors I miss so much from my days in PR. Highly recommended! read more

Super fun experience with authentic Cuban cuisine! Low key atmosphere, family-friendly, but with good cocktails! Staff is friendly and very knowledgeable. Definitely keeping this gem in my local repertoire. read more

Omg!!! Best place everrr! Love their empanadas and mojito chicken Best coffee ever had! And what about desserts love them! Friendly ppl and really fast service! Can't wait to go back! read more

Cuban sandwich was very tasty. My daughter had black beans and they were very well seasoned. Finally, one of the managers was very helpful and brought me some special garlic sauce for my sandwich. I will be back. read more

I went here with a few of my friends. It was one of their suggestions so we all went along and boy am I glad I did. I'll admit that I don't really know much about Cuban food and I don't get too adventurous with my food in general (ah I sound so boring!) but I'm glad I went along and tried several items from the menu and my friend's plates! I like how friend the staff is and they'll answer any questions you have, because I certainly asked too many questions. I really would recommend this place to anyone in a heartbeat. I don't like to spend too much on food anyway but for some reason it didn't seem so bad when I was here. Maybe I was distracted by all of the good food they kept putting in front of us. If you like Cuban food like I do now, then you should try this place for sure. read more

Wow! Mind blown! Phenomenal food and stellar service from an owner that literally treated me like family today. I fit in so much that I actually felt Cuban when I left! This is a little unassuming hole-in-the-wall place near Cobb Parkway and Roswell Road. Cue The Big Chicken landmark reference... I walked in alone and was immediately greeted, happily greeted. The happy gentleman that greeted me came over to give me the menu and asked if I'd been in before. When I replied that I had not, he welcomed me again. I asked for his recommendations, and settled on the traditional roasted pork with yellow rice and black beans. I was also sold on trying a house mojito. More on that in a minute. My food was served hot and fresh, and fast, and was a large portion for the $8.99 price. The pork was tender and flavorful, with an amazing tangy, garlicky flavor. The black beans were excellent, great flavor without being overly salty. The same friendly gentleman stopped to check on me and ended up introducing himself as the owner. We chatted about the restaurant, his business and his delicious food. Another reviewer mentioned it, but I really felt like I was visiting with an old friend. The mojito was delish! At $5, it was perfect. Not overly sweet or strong, with just the right amount of mint not overly muddled. I'm not too fond of sucking larger pieces of mint through my straw. I will be a permanent fixture here each week and can't wait to go back for dinner when I can pour back a few more mojitos. Love you, Cuban Diner! read more

Cuban food has turned out to be one of my favorites - and there are just so many good choices in the area. After eating at the Cuban Diner, my choice of where to go for great cuban food just got a little bit tougher. My wife and I came here when we didn't want to cook, and wanted to try a new place. We love the cuisine, and the reviews were stellar, so how could we not try it? In the end, we were not disappointed at all - this place is awesome! I had the Lechon Asado (Traditional Style) and my wife had the (if I am remembering correctly) the Palomilla Steak. Both were easily as good as we've had elsewhere. The steak is thin, but still comes out very tender and full of flavor. And the lechon asado was juice, tender, has a really nice citrus flavor to it, probably from the mojo sauce. Our sides consisted of rice and beans, yucca fries, and tostones. The rice and beans was good, but I have had better yucca and tostones elsewhere. They were a little dry for my liking. The taste was great, but not something I'd necessarily race back to get. Overall, being so close to home, we'll definitely be coming back here. The food is easily as good as other places close by, so do yourself a favor and stop by - you won't be disappointed! read more

At first glance the area this restaurant is in is kind of sketchy as others have said, but once you get inside it is like you are in a restaurant in Cuba. Some of the best island food I have had in years, even better than my Great Aunt on Puerto Rico makes. Very very good prices and extremely friendly and helpful owners and staff. Make sure to try the tostones(fried plantains) as they are delicious, and one of the best tres leches cake I have ever had. However the best dessert they have(in my and my wife's opinion) is the Mango Pie, at first you think, "Mango Pie, wow that has to be way overpowering" Nothing doing, it is lightly sweet yet tart at the same time, with an incredible balance of flavor. So all in all, I recommend eating here, I try to go once a week if not more. read more

Would be much nicer if they hired some more servers. It's not ok to sit down and have to wait when they are busy several minutes before anyone says anything to you or at least get a drink order. The place is always really HOT. The A/C is always turned way down. So, they may save money but at the end their reviews are hurting. I'd give them three stars if they turned up the A/C. WiFi is needed. read more

This is the only Cuban restaurant I've ever been to and quite frankly I don't want to go to another. I really can't imagine the food being better anywhere else. The food is great, the service is good and the place is cozy. read more

Cuban Diner - Mojito chicken - Cuban Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Just left this place..... And I already want to go back! Found this place, thanks to YELP! Headed to NC from Florida, and needed a quick bite. HIGHLY RECOMMEND to anyone. Okay.... On to the food. We ordered chicken mojito with rice, beans, and plantains. And then some pork dish (I forgot the name) but it was "traditional style" with Cuban rice, yuca fries, and sweet plantains. My husband and I shared everything. We were both so happy with EVERYTHING. The "mojo" sauce that came with the fries and chicken was delicious. Very garlicky. YUM. I asked if they sell it... They don't.... But they gave me a little cup to go. So nice Portions were large. Prices were good for the amount and quality. The servers were great. Very helpful with recommendations. This place is a GEM. We are headed back to Florida on Sunday. We would stop here..... If they were open. :(( read more

Love this place for the cuban sandwich, mojo chicken, yucca fries and black beans. Jose and wife are S. Florida / Cuban and truely make authentic food. The mojo sauce is the star here for dunking fries and the cuban in. I could do shots of it! In a older strip mall that's hard to see from the road but well worth it. Funky 80's cuban decor, very clean and super friendly staff. Note: RC's soul food (see my review) and a new Caribbean restaurant/shop in same strip mall - do not leave without hitting all 3! read more

Had ordered the half chicken (black beans & rice, yuca fries) for takeout. THE BEST food I have had all year from any restaurant. Flavorful all around. And the sauce that came with the chicken, speechless. Unfortunately this place is closed on Sunday, this day is my 'cheat day' but you can't win them all. I'll be back here again, and again, and again, and again. read more

I don't usually like to write a bad review for locals, but I'm hoping that my review will help them to improve the quality of their food. The food has been a huge dissappointment every time I go. Mojitos, like juice. Cuban sandwich, like a home pressed ham and cheese sandwich, not worth it at all. The lechon asado sandwich had a good flavor but made us horribly sick 10-12 hours later. Service was nice but food needs to seriously improve. A dissappointment for our cuban heritage. This is from a cuban and Miami customer who knows good cuban food. read more

This little place has been around for some time, but we just discovered it yesterday when researching a restaurant to grab a mojito around the not-very-swinging town of Marietta. I noticed the lady spent some time preparing them and they were impeccable. I have ordered mojitos internationally in Spain, Italy (they are popular there) and Costa Rica and plenty in Cuban spots all over Florida (not Cuba, though, haven't been there yet) and this was as good as any I've imbibed. Cuban Diner has the decor of your average Cuban eatery, but the food is above par. There aren't many vegetarian options, as is the case with most Cuban menus, but the yucca with mojo sauce was as scrumptious as that dish can be. The garlicky mojo sauce was phenomenal. We also had empanadas with guava and cream cheese. It's a little out of the way from where we live, but we will definitely return. read more

Grabed an el Cubano from here the other day for a dinner/ lunch leftovers. Tried to order thru Yelp, but had issues and my order was never received/processed. Ordered my sandwich and it was ready in less than 10 minutes. Ordered the tostones as my side. Tostones were delicious! Best I've had since Puerto Rico! Only wish they gave me more than 4-5. Sandwich was very good as well. Generous portion. Had enough for a light dinner and 1/2 for lunch the next day. I didn't dine in, but based on the way I was greeted, I would expect the service to be much better than average. Would definitely recommend to anyone in the area. Good food. Great prices. Friendly service! read more

Can't believe it...I've driven past this little restaurant for years but had no idea it was there. I visited last night and was so pleasantly surprised. I had steak, rice and beans and everything was so tasty. My sis had a cuban sandwich on sweetbread and yucca with this AWESOME olive oil, garlic and lime sauce. YUMMY!! When we first arrived around 5:30, we were one of about six patrons, but when we left at 6:30, the place was packed! Definitely on my list to visit again. read more

I'll start out this three-star review with the intent to come back. I had a satisfying lunch for under $10 including tip. Half sandwich, two sides, and a drink. If I have enough awesome here, I may have to upgrade my review. The Cuban sandwich was unimpressive, but my standards are set Kool Korners high. However, the yucca in the house-made mojo was nice and tangy; not too muchy, not too hard. The real star was the black beans. Just damn. There's some serious love going into those, as it takes a good cook to encourage that much awesome out of black beans without the use of any meat. One can take a mediocre attempt at beans into good territory through the judicious use of pork fat, but it's an art when you can get that much flavor without it. read more

This restaurant tucked away in the strip mall near Harry's on 120, is by far THE BEST CUBAN FOOD north of Miami!!!! I have not had all the menu items, I'm working my way through, but so far EVERYTHING has been exceptional! Prices are reasonable and the staff is very friendly and attentive. I understand the mojitos are fantastic. Be careful entering the parking lot, it's a bit of a danger if you aren't paying attention. read more

Cuban Diner - Cuban Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Second time I've stopped here while in Marietta. Everything had been excellent including Cafe Con Leche

Best Cuban coffee in Marietta hands down! Haven't had the food yet, but why eat when I can be jacked up on espresso? read more

Portion size is massive for the arroz imperial. If possible I would get mayonnaise on the side next time. Overall good food and the old couple working there were really friendly. read more

Second time here and it's still 5 stars. Hubby got the pulled pork with rice and fried bananas. I got the beef with yucca and fried bananas. A lot of food for lunch and bill came to only $20. Service is very quick if you are short on time. Interior is nothing fancy and a bit dark. Food and service excellent. We will be back! read more

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Great place! Super friendly, delicious food. Brings me back home to Miami. Best Cuban food around. Give them a try, you won't regret it!

Came here with the family, and there were about 12 of us. Not sure what the table arrangements were before we came in, but when I came in, the tables in the centers were connected to accommodate our large party. The glasses of water came out right away as we were deciding what to order. The menu was very clear in explaining the food items. Since we are not familiar with Cuban food, the descriptions under each entree and sandwich really helped. The restaurant is not very big, and it's a little dim inside. The service was great! We didn't have to wait too long before our food came out. They remembered where we sat and who ordered what, so our food came right to us. The entrees came with two sides and the side dishes were all very delicious! The side of rice was black beans and rice. It was very savory; the black beans was flavored with salt, and the rice had a great texture. The plantains were great, and I couldn't stop eating the yucca fries! Since we had so many people, I nearly tasted all the side dishes, and I loved them all! The meats on the other hand were just okay for me. The shredded beef dish with onions were kind of dry, and the sirloin didn't have a lot of flavor. Overall it was a good experience! read more

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Very nice find. I had a great Cuban sandwich with fries. Good Cuban coffee to finish off my meal. They need better signage outside but once you are in everyone is very friendly. Will return with more time for some ropa vieja or something. read more

Cuban Diner - Cuban Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

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Now when you're looking for Cuban food and Georgia people always know to go to poppies. But I have found something that's way better. Poppas is a nine but the Cuban diner is at 10. Definitely a place to go to try to stop by it is in Marietta Georgia it gets 10 stars for me. The food is authentic and amazing read more

The best flan I've tried from any restaurant. Melts into the mouth and the sandwiches are soooo good!!