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    Juana La Cubana Cafe

    4.6 (1k reviews)

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    Yucca con Mojo
    Alexa L.

    Was craving Cuban and found this spot - saw they had phenomenal reviews and was unfortunately extremely disappointed. Beans were watery, tasted like green olives, and flavorless. My ropa vieja was sour, fatty and the portion was so small. Rice was tasteless. Yuca was supposed to be soft and boiled, they were chopped into small bite sizes and just not appetizing. The entire meal tasted like complete seasoning... not very appetizing.

    Plantain Chips
    marc j.

    First and foremost, the service and warmth of the the lady running front of the house is the incredible. As soon as you walk in, you feel like you're amongst family. I can't speak enough about her she is a jewel. This was another Yelp recommendation while on vacation. Little strip mall location not much on the outside and inside the walls are filled with messages, signatures, drawings from previous guests. By chance we picked a table and above us was a drawing of the Golden Gate Bridge by another Northern California traveler. Since this would be our first experience with Cuban food we ordered two appetizers and two sandwiches. The plantain chips were sliced delicately thin and came out HOT and fresh in a very large portion. They were not overly crunchy but crisp. We appreciated how thin the slices were. They were good - it was something we wanted to try. Personally not sure we would do it again- but if you haven't tried would totally recommend. The next thing which looked interesting and everyone raved about was the tostones rellnos. Super interesting. Instead of a potato based cup it was a thick plantain. It was not sweet base and the texture was firm. I was expecting the ground beef filling to have some spice - it was rather bland. The vinegar based "hot" sauce made a big difference. The Cuban sandwich was good but different than the "Cuban's" we get back home. We later chalked that up to maybe this is traditional Cuban vs. California spin on Cuban which is packed with meat and has a spicy mustard and sometimes a sauce. Personally we wouldn't get this again. Highly recommended was the vaca frita (fried cow). The meal came with rice and another side and just looked like SO MUCH FOOD! So I got the sandwich version. The meat had so much flavor but was lost with all the bread so I ate it as an open face sandwich and it was delicious. We both thought this was the star of the meal. But agreed to get the traditional plate so the flavor can be fully appreciated. Still giving this 4 stars - outstanding service and rating it on the premise that this is true Cuban flavors that we are just not accustomed to and trying hard to not compare it to similar mexican dishes or over the top California imitations.

    Pernil
    Caressa H.

    Really good Cuban food!! My only con was the tostones weren't very good. The service here was really what pushed me to leave this review... amazing service! We were here about a little over a week ago & the woman working was just great! Just very nice & made sure we were taken care of.

    Vaca Frita & Ropa Vieja
    Mateusz G.

    BEST CUBAN FOOD I HAVE EVER HAD!!! Juana La Cubana is absolutely incredible! Food is off the charts, fresh, flavorful, prepared with love, no matter what you get. On top of it their coffee is one of my favorites when it comes to cuban coffee in SoFlo. Service is the best! At this point I would say that we are friends with the waitresses Hehe - yes I go there a lot. Last but not least the place also has a cool vibe through the idea of allowing guests to write things on the walls to become a part of the Juana la Cubana community!

    Amber L.

    5 stars for service, food and value! Stopped in around 4pm on a Saturday. Was looking for lunch options in the area and found Juana on Yelp. This was a great find!! Our waitress was the only person front of house at the time. Nevertheless, she was attentive, patient and very friendly! My mom observed her rush to the door to open it for someone bringing in their elderly family member. She took her time with that table and it was nice to see that she showed so much respect to them. As far as the food - delicioso! Before our meals, we had cortaditos that were strong and only a little sweet as requested. In less than 10 minites, plates of food were headed our way. I had the picadillo with white rice, black beans and sweet plantain. My mom had the bistec empanizado (a breaded skirt steak covered with ham and swiss cheese) with moro rice (white rice mixed with black beans) and tostones. We both agreed that the food exceeded our expectations. Authentic flavors and perfect portions. The temperature of the food was excellent - steam was coming out of the rice. The taste was very fresh as if the food was cooked to order. We didn't intend to finish but nearly did and our happy bellies were set for the rest of the day. Overheard they've been open a total of 7 years with 5 being in this location. There is plenty of free parking available. I'm not often in the area but if I were in the future and found myself craving Cuban food, I would return with no hesitation.

    Wall of fame
    Eddie R.

    Haven't been here in almost 3 years do to covid. I hoped they had survived because i couldn't wait to eat here again. Well, they are still open and still serving great food. I ordered my usual, breaded chicken, rice and beans plate. Just as I remembered. Really great fried chicken. Full of flavor, allot of food. Without a doubt, this is the best breaded chicken around. I would eat here a few times a week if I lived in the area. Instead, I'll just have to settle for once a month. It's worth a trip to this spot if your in the area. Lunch or dinner, it's a lot of food. You will love it. Trust me.

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    Angel B.

    Located in a strip mall, this is a welcoming locale. It was mid afternoon and not too many people there. We sat and were welcomed, greeted, and served water right away by the one server. We didn't get her name but she was so friendly, warm, and made us feel at home. Apparently lots of locals come here, which is a good sign. Food was delicious. Vibe is divey in that it's sparsely decorated, but it's clean, airy, and spacious. We were happy to have come here. Keep it up!

    Michael A.

    Amazing food and flavor. The server was welcoming and very nice. The location has plenty of seating inside and out with some low sounding Cuban music given you great vibes. If you want an authentic Cuban cuisine that feels like a home cooked meal, this is the spot. Just great flavors! Love it.

    World Famous Cuban Sandwich
    Stefani S.

    First time trying Cuban food and it's taste amazing!! It's delicious. I tried tostones Rellenos, Cuban sandwich, croquetas, vaca fritas, and cafe con leche. I even came back two times during my visit to Miami. The staff is nice and friendly. The restaurant wall is full of customers signature and the table is clean. Really recommend this place!!

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    Tania F.

    AMAZING!! Is the best way to describe this place and the experience. My mom was in the mood for some Cuban cuisine and I've had this restaurant booked marked for a couple of weeks now so I figured tonight was a great night to give them a try. The restaurant is small and on a quiet street. When you first walk in you're greeted with a smile. Mirna was a wonderful waitress. She was extremely attentive and just made our dining experience that much more enjoyable. We started out with an order mariquitas that were just delicious! Those were gone in seconds. I ordered my kiddos the chicken tenders to share that were so incredibly tasty that the adults took a couple of bites. My sister ordered their World Famous Cuban sandwich, my mom ordered their Palomia, my husband ordered their Bistec Empanizado, and I ordered their Vaca Frita. Everything was phenomenal!!! So good that there weren't any leftover to take home. Everything was seasoned to perfection. We finished the night with two flans and Cuban cafè If you're looking for authentic and delicious Cuban food, look no further. This is the spot!

    Iron beer
    Marla W.

    The staff was extremely attentive & super sweet. The food was impeccable & the colada is a must. The creamy cilantro & mole sauce were full of flavor & the homemade fries were not greasy at all. Everything our party of 5 got, was on point! Next time, we're in town, we'll most definitely return!

    12 oz. Cafe con Leche
    Melissa R.

    This little hole in the wall in a strip mall. I really liked it. Great service and so helpful and kind. Bottom line. Get what she recommends. So so good. We had the Cuban and pork dish and split them. The Cuban sandwich was basic but very good. French fries not greasy and crispy. Loved loved the pork and beans and plantains were perfect. BUT don't forget to order the cafe con leche and the Cuban coffee. Highly recommend.

    World Famous Cuban Sandwich, Fries, Black Beans and Rice
    Kara V.

    This small, unassuming place is outstanding! Our server was so sweet and attentive. We started with cafe con leche which was tasty! We shared a Cuban sandwich which was delightful- perfectly seasoned pork, fresh bread, and extra pickles! The fries were yummy and we also shared some black beans and rice. The beans were absolutely delicious and seasoned so well. It's not a fancy place, but you know it's going to be good when the locals abound! The prices were also very reasonable. If you're looking for fresh, authentic, cuban food, definitely give this spot a try!

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    I love this place !! Good authentic Cuban food for a really good price. The workers are also super friendly.

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