BLUF: Delicious food. A must for flavor. Food (5/5): The totones took me back to my vacation in Puerto Rico. They were absolutely delicious and a must. The burger was flavorful and a great price for how filling it was. The chicken was phenomenal. Packed with flavors and you can taste each spice used. Spectacular food. Service (5/5): Service was great. Our server was nice and filled up waters when needed. He would come by when we were in a convo lull, just watching the COCOs drive around, park, wait, then drive off again. It was very entertaining. Ambiance (5/5): [[HIGHLIGHT]]It had a clean vibe. Lots of plants to add to the vibe. It was very welcoming.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We were seated at the window bar stools, though all the other tables in there were empty.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The bathrooms were also very clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's in a very safe neighborhood, as someone left their baby stroller outside for an hour and no one messed with it.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] There is parking, but very limited since... city. read more

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This place is amazing. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I felt like I was back in south florida![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our waiter recommended the arroz con pollo - AGREE. it was sooo good. We were there on a busy Saturday afternoon but didn't have to wait long to sit or get our food. Bar was a little behind but - again- it was a busy Saturday afternoon. My family ordered Cuban sandwiches and the wrap and said they were delicious. Will definitely be back. read more

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I randomly stumbled upon Cubaneo to grab lunch with a friend in town on a Monday, and it was such a pleasant experience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant was mostly empty, but the environment was so cute and cozy. It was a great ambiance, and the server was also really friendly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We ordered a good mix of things from the menu: guava pastelito, empanadas, plantains, omelette, and latte. Everything was very well executed. I loved the flavors of each dish. The guava pastelito was flaky without being too sweat, the empanadas had a great texture, the plantains were savory and sweet, and the omelette felt fresh. No dish was necessarily standout, but everything was good. I had a great experience here, and I could see it being such a nice place to go to with friends on a sunny day in the summer. The prices were also reasonable. Definitely recommend checking them out! read more

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Random amazing find! Stopped by before we attended a concert and so satisfied with the food and service here! Delicious empanadas, yuca fries. For main we tried the churrasco and the mash potato on the side was so buttery and flavorful. The service was attentive and friendly. Absolutely loved our experience here. read more

One of the best meals I've had in recent months. The staff is all very kind and knowledgeable about accommodations (I have Celiac) and the food was so delicious I'm already planning my next visit. Would give it 6 stars if possible! read more

Recently had lunch at Cubaneo! [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a great spot for a casual bite - the inside is cute but still gave off a very chill vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our server was accommodating and detailed when giving us reccomendations Transparently my meal kind of missed the mark. I had their Cubano sandwhich which I thought leaned cold, and it felt more greasy than flavorful. That said I feel like it would be unfair to give a lower rating as I only tried one item on their vast menu read more

Cubaneo - Cubano - Cuban Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Very good dinner at Cubaneo. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very casual & relaxed setting, some candle light as it got dark outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We shared the beet salad, dressing is served on the side, which is great. Ample for 2, maybe even 3 people could share it. We had an order (2) of the Empanadas filled with chicken, they are really wonderful, flaky pastry & moist chicken inside. We also shared the Ropa Vieja, it had a LOT of beef & 3 slices of plantains (Maduras). Very delicious! I forgot a picture, but substantially more on the plate than last time. A couple other main dishes sounded very very good but Ropa Vieja can be hard to find & we really enjoy it. Our server was very sweet but a little distracted. Really enjoy this restaurant! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Cutely decorated Cuban spot![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It was empty when my friend and I came in for a weekday breakfast so we were seated and served very quickly. I ordered the mango lemonade and an omelette. The mango lemonade was so yummy. Perfectly sweet and tart and an amazing way to start my day. The omelette was pretty basic with bell pepper, cheese, and ham. The potatoes were fine as well. At the very end of our meal, our server gave us a cream cheese pastry which was actually the best cream cheese pastry. It was served warm and crispy, and the filling was sweet and a little tart. The pastry had a bit of turbinado sugar which was perfect as well. Overall, cute spot! I'll be back for those pastries someday!! read more

Cubaneo - Omelette - Cuban Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

[[HIGHLIGHT]]We were able to find an open table on a Friday night, but the place filled up quickly![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We were served plantain chips with a cilantro aioli that was to die for. My friend had the lavender margarita which was a perfectly crafted cocktail flavor wise. Out of all the food we ordered, we all agreed the homemade empanadas were our favorite! They had a choice of chicken, beef, and spinach/mozzarella. We tried all of them and thought the chicken had the best flavor. I personally ordered the mango shrimp which was so good. I loved that it was served with tostones which were delicious. Highly recommend this little gem of a restaurant. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The decorations inside are beautiful and the staff was so friendly![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I also saw they had some guava pastries up front by their counter. read more

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My and my friends came here and we had a really great time. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The decor inside was cute[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], the staff were friendly and the service was fast. We each got a sandwich and all thought they were delicious and the ingredients were great quality. I had the pan con bistec and I would come back and get it again. I think the sandwich size was good and did fill me up but if you tend to be on the hungrier side you may need to order a side with it as it doesn't come with one. I would probably not come here just for drinks, it's pretty standard city cocktail prices but my mojito was very average. All in all though would recommend to a friend! read more

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Had a stellar experience at Cubaneo. Conveniently located in Lakeview. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Offers authentic Cuban food at a reasonable price in a clean, comfortable Cuban decor designed restaurant space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I didn't get a pic of the plantains (obsessed), but my friends and I ordered a variety of items to share. Food was great and employees were friendly and welcoming. read more

Cubaneo - Cuban Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Very cute ambience but food was unfortunately bland.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The Ceviche lacked citrus but the ingredients were fresh and the plantain chips were crispy. The Cubano was well-toasted and got a good filling. Similarly, the Wrap was full of buttery rice and tender pork. However, they both could have used more salt or some sauces. Prices were high. Service decent. read more

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I would say the best part of my experience was the coffee. The three stars is simply because the food was edible, but nothing stood out. In fact, the food I got was completely different looking from the photos posted. For example the patatas bravas comes out in a bowl with a watered down sauce that's more soup like. However, other pictures show the same dish to be layered flaky cubes with minimal sauce on top but with a nice coating of seasoning. Basically, the I was not really satisfied with the offerings I ordered compared to what I expected. However, the food was not necessarily bad. Patatas Bravas: 2 of 5 Soggy, somewhat fried potatoes. Seasoning was good but weirdly watered down. Churrasco (skirt steak dish) 3 of 5 Looked good, but didn't taste like much and the potatoes around the board were unflavored. Cafe de Leche: 4 of 5: Good coffee flavor, perfect temp. I wish the cup was bigger. read more

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Delicious Cuban food on Broadway. We usually stick to the sandwiches, but their main dishes like the Arroz con Pollo or Mojo Chicken are worth it. The only downside is the food service takes a while. It looks like there is a single chef in a relatively small kitchen. Last time we went we ordered the Cubano and the Pan con Bistec sandwiches, both delicious. We ended it with the Guava Pastelito - a flaky and butter pastry with a guava jam inside. read more

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The 6 of us went for Dinner there on a Sunday night. We all had a great meal and a great time. I had the Cubano which was smoking hot and delicious. Others had the Ropa Vieja, the mango shrimp and the arroz con pollo. Everyone was very happy and stuffed when we left. With ample leftovers for lunch the next day. Great selection of rums as well. We will be back. read more

This was my second time at cubaneo and it was even better than the first! [[HIGHLIGHT]]We made a brunch reservation and our table was perfectly set when we arrived with flowers and all, kinda felt like a wedding reception in the best way.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was great! I got the Dulce de leche banana smoothie, the tostones, and the breakfast wrap which came pressed and was huge! My favorite thing here is still the tostones - I dream about them, but I loved everything and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the ambiance here is so nice.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Will definitely be back! read more

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Such a cute place! The service is nice. I got the burger and it was pretty tasty along with the sauce, which is kind of like a big Mac sauce. I would definitely come again to try other things on the menu. read more

Cubaneo - Cuban Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This place is so cute, and the food-YUM! The Cuban wrap was INCREDIBLE- it's basically a Cuban burrito with the most delicious cilantro aioli. Service was the right level of attentive, food came out quickly and prices were very reasonable. read more

Let's begin with the interior design in this restaurant; absolutely cozy vibes. I loved everything about this restaurant. The service was good but not great. The food is where we had our problem a bit. 3 of us ordered the streak and it didn't come the way we ordered. All 3 of us wanted garlic fries but only 2 of us received garlic fries and 1 mashed potatoes. The cook on the steak was incorrect. 2 of us wanted medium well and 1 wanted medium. 1 got well done, 2 got medium. The food got cold real quick. Overall, the food was tasty but it didn't leave an impression of wanting to come back. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Very cute spot![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] And their smoothies are so flavorful. They are not overly sweet and hit the spot and beautiful presentation. Will def come back for dinner. read more

Cubaneo - Cuban Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Cubaneo is a cute Cuban restaurant in Lakeview. The interior is colorful, lively and fun. The service was great and the staff were friendly. I started off with the ceviche, which was delicious! There was such a good mix of flavors and textures. I loved the plantain chips! Based on the reviews, I ordered the churrasco, which is grilled skirt steak. I'm not sure if it was an off day, but it was quite disappointing as it was a bit overcooked, and wasn't much flavorful even with the abundant chimichurri sauce. It was a bit of a mixed experience for me. read more

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We were heading to another place but it was too packed, so we kept along Broadway and saw a place a bit calmer with good ambiance. My son and I decided to stop there. The servers were so informative. Everything felt so personal, like they are cooking just for you. Now the food, we had chicken empanadas (perfectly crisp and seasoned), patatas bravas (the sauce on the potatoes made the dish decadent), then the beef stew was so melt in your mouth good, topped with avacados and pico and served with fried plantains) - however the star had to be their take on the simple beans and rice-... definitely get an order on the side. Cooked in pork fat and to die for. At last the mango mojitos were on point. Next visit i will have to try their flan. We did have guava turnovers and they were fresh, warm, and yummy. Definitely a must try restaurant. read more

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Based on their reviews I would have expected better. We got three dishes - one was inedible. Like truly not good. Other food was fine but not spectacular, including beans and rice which could be a highlight for a Cuban place. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space was nice and service was nice too.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Sorry, but not going back. read more

The vibes here are really great. It's so green and earthy. The chairs are a bit uncomfortable though. The food was amazing and the service was good with one front of house person on a Thursday late afternoon. I got the churrasco and I thought it was great but a bit overcooked for how I ordered. My partner got the burger which was really good with the garlic fries. The spinach empanadas were really good as a starter and I liked the dipping sauce that came with. My mom got the ropa vieja which she really enjoyed. read more

Cubaneo - Menu - Cuban Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Saw a TikTok and thought what a perfect place to try. So right!! Amazing!!! The food is delicious, the pork is tender and flavorful. The bread on the Cuban is wonderful (could eat just a slice of that!) the service was quick and very friendly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Cutest decor ever.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Only sad that I am too full to try dessert, but will make a special trip just to get. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Delicious Cuban food and drinks in a thoughtfully-assembled interior.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It's a no brainer to stop in here whenever in Lakeview read more

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One of our favorite restaurants in the neighborhood. Consistently great food and great staff. Their smoothies are fantastic!

Stopped in with my daughter a few weeks ago, and even though they were busy, the staff went out of their way to make room for us at the bar and made us feel so welcome. They even offered us a sample of non-alcoholic wine, which was such a kind and unexpected touch. The restaurant is cute, warm, and inviting, and the food is consistently excellent. I've been back multiple times now, and it never disappoints. The staff is friendly, attentive, and genuinely caring. We've tried the empanadas and yuca fries, and for entrées the ropa vieja, arroz con pollo, and even the burger -- everything has been absolutely delicious and clearly made with love. One of those places you're always happy to return to. Highly recommend read more

I'm in Chicago for just a few days and was looking for a relocated Scottish Pub , so I wandered into Cubaneo I love Cuban food, and especially the Cubano sandwich, it's been my favorite for many years Well I'm pretty sure I just had the best one that I've ever had Perfectly portioned ingredients and the bread was to die for... The staff are So glad I didn't find the other place read more

Everything is a1! The service is amazing, the food is amazing! Love this place so much!

We had some great sandwiches at Cubaneo. Delicious slow cooked pork just like Abuela used to make. Decent cocktails too.

I've been wanting to try this spot for a while and finally got there for lunch. Food was great - would totally go back! read more

Cubaneo - Mojo Chicken - Cuban Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

On a chilly late winter night, I was ready for a date night that could help me escape the chill of Chicago winter. Cubaneo has been on my list for a while and that night was the perfect night to try it out. On a Friday night, the place was about half full (probably due to weather) and we were able to pick a nice table. The place is full of vibrant decor, plants and different colorful chairs (but they are a bit narrow, so keep in mind if you are wider in the lower half of your body). We were able to order on our phone and opted to each order a drink, split two appetizers and two sandwiches, which was definitely enough food for the both of us. He ordered the Spicy Mango Mojito which was a 10/10. I went with the lavender margarita, which was a little too heavy on the tequila for my mood that night but still tasty. I definitely wished I had ordered the Mojito! The patatas braves were pretty simple. I wish there had been more brava sauce or seasoning on the potatoes but the aolio and manchago cheese made up for it. The croquettes were the star of the show though, wit the chorizo really coming through without being oily. The pan con busted and cubano were both toasted to perfection and full of flavor. Because the drinks were a bit slow to come out and the patatas bravas were a bit bland, I dropped the review to a 4, but I wish I could have given it a 4.5! If you are in the area, it's definitely worth stopping in! read more

Cubaneo - Patatas Bravas Croquetas - Cuban Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]i've been wanting to try Cubaneo for a long time because it looks super cute and i love the aesthetics including the menu/logo/etc!! i think their overall vibe is great.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] the drinks also look amazing and i think they might be what sets Cubaneo apart from other restaurants. the menu is great but pretty much everything on it is really heavy, so you need to be anticipating an inevitable food coma if you come here. i wish they had some lighter menu options, like maybe some sort of salad, i don't know, maybe the omelette is a good choice for that but my friends who got it said it felt like something they could have made at home. i got the cuban wrap and it was really good and i loved the flavors. i also absolutely loved the hot sauce that they have!! it's very vinegary as opposed to being spicy but it was delicious. the staff is also really friendly and nice. would recommend if you're in the mood for a super filling meal:) read more

Cubaneo - Cuban Wrap (NEW) - Cuban Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Loved my lunch here!! My favorite was the yucca fries, they were soooo crispy and cooked perfectly! And the vibes... outstanding, I felt so happy eating there. Can't wait to come back soon read more

Cubaneo - Pancakes - Cuban Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Tried the Cubano for lunch and it was amazing. Came back for the tres leches cake and it did not disappoint. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Definitely worth a stop for Cuban inspired dishes and great restaurant vibe[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

5 stars because this place had delicious food combined with some of the best prices I've seen in Chicago. Their sandwiches are delicious and only cost $13 which is rare for this quality of food in the city (easily filling enough for dinner). The strawberry mojito was delicious and made better by the fact that it was jam packet with mint while still being a decent sized drink. For service, you order on your phone and the food is brought out to you. My food and my fiancé's were brought out at different times (about 10 min apart) which was maybe the only downside of the restaurant because it would've been nice to get at the same time. The other factors make up for it though so I will definitely be returning. read more

Cubaneo - Pan Con Bistec - forgot to take a pic before I ate the first half! - Cuban Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Churros in melted thick rich hot chocolate with a hint of Nutella. Are you kidding me? $9 for a single order pricy? Yes. It is however cheaper compared to a plane fare to Madrid, Australia's Gold Coast or Manila. The 3 places I've had Churros with melted chocolate. Madrid being the first and the best. Cubaneos version however comes in a really close second. So yes it's worth it! read more

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Regret not coming here sooner!! Well-balanced is how I would describe my entire experience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Cheerful, comfortable, clean space with just enough plants.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Music adds to but doesn't overwhelm experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Menu has something for everyone. I chose the Maria Green salad and added shrimp. Perfect ratio of each ingredient with well-seasoned and perfectly cooked shrimp. The house dressing is sweet and tangy. I finished with a Cuban coffee that complimented the flavors already in my mouth. Top all of that off with not only being served by, but also having a conversation with the owner. I will be back, and will be recommending Cubaneo to anyone looking for a new spot. read more

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Pleasantly surprised with the food. Everything we ordered tasted great and the server was very helpful and friendly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We went for dinner and it was very loud.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Cubaneo - Mango shrimp - Cuban Near Me - Chicago, Illinois