If you want an authentic Cubana at an affordable price, La Cubana is the place to be. I ordered the Shortrib Medianoche (guava BBQ short rib, slaw chimichurri, crispy onions), a side of Yucca Fries, and a CD glass of Cerveza Negra. Although I wanted the meat to be a little more tender, the overall taste of the sandwich was perfectly balanced. The tartness of the chimichurri went well with the seasoned short rib strips. The crispy onions were also a nice touch, as it gave the sandwich its needed crunch in every bite. My tips: Order two different sandwiches with a friend and have them split the sandwiches into two. A great way to try different flavours without getting too stuffed. read more

La Cubana - Cuban Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Welcome to my hood, La Cubana. I'm sorry I ignored you at first. I was just worried you were a little overpriced and once upon a time I was underwhelmed by your sister on Roncy. I will sing your praises sharp and loud from here on out... Cuban sandwiches, plates, sides, fizzes and cocktails are being pumped out speedily at this beautiful little restaurant. Get your order, grab a seat and get comfy. I had La Cubana on a soft bun and a raspberry lime fizz. I will be getting all hangover sodas from La Cubana from now on, so refreshing! A meal for two (sans booze) came to $30, and given the glory of the meal, that ain't bad. Beware: Adorable seafoam green and red touches everywhere will make you rethink everything about your own kitchen. read more

La Cubana - Medianoche - Cuban Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

After we spend $28 on a meal for two, we left to look for more food somewhere else coz we obviously wasn't full. Everything tasted alright, but nothing special like the other reviews claimed. It's on the salty side, the fried plantains especially. I was a bit disappointed that when I asked if I could have no onions in my sandwich, the cashier just said no, with no further explanations to why. (My husband ordered it and I took a look- it's probably coz the red onions were pre- diced and mixed in with the sauce. That explanation would have been nice. ) Probably wouldn't return - not worth the bang for the buck. read more

La Cubana - The plate looked bigger then it actually was. This is guava short ribs with rice and lots of funny tasting red cabbage slaws. - Cuban Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Love coming to this place for a casual dinner in one of my favourite areas in Toronto! The decor is fun and bright, with beautiful tiles on the floor, and lovely typography for their menu, their design is 100% I came here a few times on weekday night around 7pm-8pm and never had trouble getting a spot.It gets a bit cold with the door opening though... You walk up to the counter and order, they will either call your number and you pick up the tray at the counter or they bring it to you. The plates are $15, the guava bbq shortrib one is the best! The meat is soft and flavourful, and comes with a nice gravy like bbq sauce. The slow roasted pork shoulder is also good, but on the balder side compared to the short rib. The plates come with purple slaw which is fresh and tang, rice and beans and fried smashed plantains which are the best. read more

La Cubana - shortrib plate - Cuban Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Comfort food and I'm not even Latin. There's nothing that hits the spot quite like their pressed Cubano, the sharpness of the mustard and tangy, crunchy pickle really shine through the creamy cheese and tasty pork. It all comes together on a crispy, buttery bun. There's not a lot to say - you just gotta get one. If you're a sandwich person you can't sleep on the pork belly medianoche. The bun is pillowy-soft, but the sweet glazed pork belly has a crispy crust, but a rich fatty satisfaction that is unmistakable. This all dressed with a spicy, creamy, sweet slaw and is a scientifically proven hangover remedy. If you're looking for a more serious commitment, opt for one of the plated options. The roasted pork shoulder falls apart with a fork and has the perfect balance of tender meat and satisfying fat to mix into those tasty rice and beans. read more

I've been looking for a good Cuban restaurant for awhile and I'm so glad I found this little gem! This place is really tiny but has and lot of character and the food is absolutely delicious. My friend and I ordered the Guava BBQ shirt rib with rice and beans, slaw and plantains - amazing! I also love how their soft drinks are in cute little glass bottles instead of plastic bottles or cans - super random I know, but they were too cute not to mention. :) read more

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I think the decor, service, presentation were all very good/excellent. The strong negative (3 stars, not a 4 or 5 star rating) is the PRICES. The chicken, pork meals; $16. Very small portion of chicken/pork. The rice is excellent, some of the best I've ever tried. If this was $10-12 we would return, at the current price, a one time experience, albeit enjoyed! read more

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I've previously had Cuban food in Cuba (outside of the resorts), and in Hialeah, Miami, and La Cubana is much more accurately described as being 'Cuban Fusion' rather than "authentic Cuban" food. My friend and I ordered the Pressed Cubano Sandwich, Slow Roasted Pork Shoulder, Achiote Roasted Chicken, with two sides of Conch Fritters and Yuca Frita. The Pressed Cubano, (a take on the classic Cuban sandwich), is made much too fancy for what is supposed to be a simple sandwich. Normally, I love Gruyere cheese and grainy mustard, but those are two very strong flavours that just don't work with how this sandwich is intended. Add to the fact, that it's not made with Cuban bread, I wouldn't recommend it. On the flip side, the Slow Roasted Pork Shoulder and Achiote Roasted Chicken plates, are excellent. The rice and black beans and fresh slaw are extremely well-balanced and just a perfect compliment for the meats. The red cabbage slaw is one of the best non-creamy-dressed slaws I've ever tasted. I can't say enough about how deliciously complimentary these sides are. The plantains are nice, but are seasoned with a tad too much salt. But overall, these are two fantastic entrees. Conch Fritters are absolutely a must-try. Perfectly fried on the outside, tender on the inside, with a great mix of spices and green onion. The yuca fritas are basically plantains, but thicker cut like fries, but here, they are unnecessarily slathered in a creamy garlic sauce. Overall, this is a great place for a date, dinner with friends or family, etc. It's a small menu, but it's made well and made quick. Be warned, this is not an authentic Cuban cuisine experience, but the food execution is extremely well done. read more

La Cubana - Achiote Roasted Chicken, with cuban rice and black beans, plantains and red cabbage slaw, and a side of Conch Fritters. - Cuban Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This is one of the best restaurants on Ossington in my opinion. The food is always consistently delicious and the price points are excellent. My favs are the cubano sandwich and the burger. Even the basic fries are delicious. I order from this place at least once a week and have never been dissatisfied with the food. I highly recommend trying it if you haven't. Or trying it again if it's been a while! read more

La Cubana offers an uncomplicated menu. I would say it is reasonably priced compared to other restaurants on the strip. I had the press Cubano sandwich $9. I'm almost positive it was grilled with half a block of butter .., it was delicious. My companion had the short rib $15 which was also very tasty. The meat was tender and the rice and beans were perfectly seasoned. I loved the old timey feel and decor of this place. I would come back for a late night snack or even just for coffee and dessert. read more

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Way better than the food you eat in vacation resorts in Cuba. These hotels put a bad reputation on Cuban food. La Cubana has a wonderful selection of Cuban classics at very affordable price. The portions are pretty big too. This particular Ossington location is also an Instagram heaven for all you "Likes" addicts out there. Briefly: food is amazing, affordable, A+ service, and cool design. read more

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Discovered this little gem by walking down ossington. It's like a hole in the wall but it's amazing !!!! The best Spanish food I've ever had!! It really feels like you're in Cuba when you walk in. It has a bar with a few seats at the front so you can sit and order right at the bar. There's a few tables at the front of the restaurant and then there's a little room in the back that seats more people. In the summer time there's a little air conditioner that turns on and in the winter time they have a nice cozy fire place. The food here is amazing. I usually always get the beef short rib plate. It costs $15 and fills your right up! The beef short rib is always cooked to perfection. It comes with some Spanish rice and beans, some sour turnips, and 2 pieces of platana. They have a few different Cuban desserts too. i've tried the lime pies and the doughnut. Both are quite good! read more

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La Cubana on Ossington is a nice spot to grab a Cuban style meal. There's a relaxed, diner appeal to this place that feels welcoming. You can also grab a beer with your order which is great. Must-try items: Chicken Medianoche Tostones I haven't been to Cuba yet, so I can't say whether it's authentic or not. But I imagine it's not too far off. Either way, it's not too pricey and the food is great for my tastes. read more

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I came here for lunch one day with my honey. The place has a great ambiance -- it feels a bit like a 1950s diner in Miami. However, the food is more "Cuban inspired" and a bit expensive for what it is. Specifically, the flavors are off -- more West Indian or Mexican than Cuban and the choice of bread for the cubano or medianoche is all wrong. A Cuban sandwich is not a panini... sliced bread is a definite no go. I get that there are not a lot of Cubans in the area, so maybe La Cubana can't get Cuban bread... but even then a cut Italian roll would be more appropriate. While I like spicy food, the whole menu had too much heat for Cuban food. That being said, I might consider coming back here for drinks or coffee. The menu of daiquiris looked fun and they did have Cafe Bustelo, which is my favorite coffee. read more

great booze. the mojoto is strong and not too sweet, amazing! the food was nice. filling and flavorful. if you specifically ask for the back space, it's great for some gatherings and romantic moments. read more

La Cubana - Cuban Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

It was a Monday and my friends and I were looking for a portuguese churrasqueira place. Apparently Monday is when all of them decided to close. As we were driving down little portugal we remembered about the good reviews for La Cubana. We decided to go check it out. We tried a sandwich, a main and a side. We ordered the Sandwich and for the quality and freshness, it was definitely worth it, I felt like it was worth it more than San cosme. We also tried the Guava short ribs as recommended by the yelp reviews. And a side of yuca fries. Pressed Cubana (4/5) $10.99 It was my first time eating a cuban sandwich and to me it was a pleasant experience, the bread had a nice crusty grilled texture, the fillings were fresh and plentiful. Guava BBQ Beef Short Ribs (5/5) $15.99 It surprised me how delicious and moist this dish was. The guava was a great enzyme breaker for the short ribs, and added that extra sweetness note. The chimichurri sauce was good and fresh. Yuca Fries (3/5) $4.99 It's okay if you want to try something different. I mean its still a fried starch, I don't find it anything particular exciting. Overall, I would definitely revisit and try their other items in their other locations. Each location have their own unique dishes! read more

Hole in the wall. The front room has more pf a diner look. The food is good. The cabbage slaw is delicious with a hint of heat. I had the pork belly which was tender. read more

La Cubana - Cuban Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

What a gem among tons of restaurants on Ossington Ave!! Stopped in after an endless search for a lunch spot. The moment you walk in you feel like you've been taken back to the 1950s--with the large booths, turquoise and silver colors, soda machines, and swing music. The menu is up and behind the counter in the back and features tons of native Cuban dishes. I decided on the cuban burger and red cabage slaw. The burger was cooked to perfection with tons of spices and an amazing spicy mayo topped with the red cabbage slaw. The slaw was full of flavor as well with vinegar and a touch of sweetness! I would give it 4 stars, but the customer service was non existent. I was never checked on after my food was dropped off. And then went to ask for a to go box I was ignored and then the box was given to me by a lady who had a not so nice face for me. I feel that you can get good Cuban food at a lot of places, so your customer service and attitude should be just as great as your food. read more

I wanted to try this restaurant for a while and when I finally did it was even more than I expected. Let's start with the environment. The restaurant is well decorated and the atmosphere is great. I also like that the menu doesn't have dozens of choices but rather a few in sandwichs and a few in the main courses and a few sides. Enough and I am not overwhelmed :). I tried the Cuban burger and a side of tostones and it was delicious, both of them. To finalize the service was also really good. Now I want to bring my wife there read more

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My friend and I shared the Guava BBQ Beef short rib, the conch fritters, and the buttermilk donuts. We found that the food was the perfect amount to be shared, otherwise we would be too full. The food and service here is SO great! Very cute vintage interior as well. The ribs were cooked very well and everything that came with it on the platter complimented it perfectly. The conch fritters are all batter with some stuff inside, but I wouldn't say it tastes like a fish ball at all (like other reviews say). It was still tasty though and came with a chipotle mayo style dipping sauce. The donuts look like timbits, covered in cinnamon sauce and comes with a plate of whipped cream. The raspberry lime Rickey soda was also very tasty, and kind of reminded me of a melted popsicle! Can't wait to come back and try other things! Only downside is that seating can be limited so maybe call ahead to check for seating. read more

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If you're willing to pay $10 for a sandwich this is the place. Juicy meat and awesome staff. Sandwiches don't come with fries or anything. You just get the sandwich. They have this hot sauce for your sandwich that is really good and spicy. Not sure if I'll come back because it is kinda pricy. read more

La Cubana - Cuban Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

My friend and I had dinner here last night after walking all the way from Little Portugal and encountering many lines and places unaccommodating of vegetarians like myself. The place is no frills look and has a old school dinner feel with a little cuban influence thrown in - green tiled walls, some small booths, tables and seats at the metal counter. I ordered the vegetarian plate and my friend got the guava BBQ plate. It was divine! I was pleasantly surprised because it was so much better than I expected. Everything was wholesome, heathy and delicious. We were so impressed that we also decided to order a cuban coffee and the key lime bar for desert. This was also a knockout - a large portion and really rich and decadent. Aside from the food there was a nice vibe in there. The place was full, the staff were friendly, humorous and relaxed and it smelled great. I didn't really baulk at the prices. While the restaurant itself is not fancy the food is value for money (particularly for the area). I'm definitely going to come back here and also check out their Roncy location. read more

La Cubana - Vegetarian plate - Cuban Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

The food is fresh and delicious! Servers are good and the atmosphere is cute with a 1950s cafe vibe. A little chilly if you sit by the door in the wintertime. The yuca frites are amazing and the Chicken sandwich is really good if you don't eat pork. Also serve beer which washes down a sandwich nicely! read more

If I could give this place a ZER0 I would. This is by far the least authentic Cuban food you could ever eat. If your Cuban don't even waste your money. If your not and are looking for authentic Cuban food, this is not the place. The portions are tiny, the Asian hostess didn't even know what Arroz con grie (Cuban rice and beans) was. Can you freakin believe that. C'mon. That is the one main dish Cubans eat with almost everything. Worst $68 spent in my life. I notice the portions as small as she gave me my order. My Cuban husband and I were expecting for that price some good tasting food. It was disgusting. The rice and beans were bland, like Chipotle's rice was better than that, the beef ribs (which had no rib) was nasty, half fat couldn't even eat it. The pork shoulder had no taste whatsoever. The tostones well don't even get me started. DO NOT EAT HERE read more

Came here for Sunday brunch. To be honest I didn't know what to expect with Cuban food. Didn't make reservations and got seated for 2 right away. The cooks are the first people u see when u enter the restaurant which was kinda neat. We sat at the bar/kitchen for a while and got to see how the cooks make the food. Which was interesting and entertaining. The place has a 60s diners feel to it. They played Spanish music which I liked. The service was friendly and helpful as well. The food was served in big portions and was yummy and filling. read more

La Cubana - Pork,rice, pineapple, corn, egg and plantains. - Cuban Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Cuban food gets a bad rap from the garbage found in all inclusives so it's nice to see a place changing it up. I enjoyed the self serve, seat yourself type environment. We were recommended the beef rib plate. The meat was tender and the rice and beans delicious. The plantains included were good too. We also has the Cuban pressed sandwich. Think of a yummy grilled panini. It's a good spot to grab a quick bite and reasonably priced. I hear the brunch is good and will be back to try it. read more

La Cubana - Beef rib plate.. Yummy - Cuban Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Pressed Cubano or pork belly medianoche a must l! short rib plate if you're feeling feeling hungry ! Impeccable service with a great retro diner ambience read more

I've never had Cuban food before so I have no barometer to measure authenticity, but bearing that in mind, I had a really enjoyable meal! Decor and atmosphere is very nice, everything is neat and clean and there's a good vibe. Drinks were great, I ordered a guava fizz and husband got the raspberry lime ricky. It's rare that a restaurant offers a good variety of mock tails that are not just virgin versions of existing cocktails, so that was nice. The drinks were super refreshing and delicious. For our meal I had gotten the presses Cubana and the much talked about yuca fries. I enjoyed both. I was worried that with the varieties of pork in the sandwich it may be salty, but that wasn't the case. Filling, gooey cheese, great bread, no complaints. The yuca fries were also good. Nicely fried and not greasy, the garlic aioli was delicious, a definite strong garlic flavour but needed as the actual yuca doesn't offer much flavour. My husband got the short rib plate and the conch fritters. The short rib had great flavour and was very tender. The conch fritters were tasty and not greasy. Overall I had a good experience and would come back to try more dishes read more

Really great food. There's something for everyone, including kids and vegetarians. The portions are extremely large, the food was fresh, the service was pretty friendly and relatively fast. The space is a little crowded, so if you have more than 4 people you're probably not going to be able to dine in. read more

La Cubana - Menu - Cuban Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Great pressed cubano & yuca frita wedges Drink special today was an 8.00 Mojito Perfect whens 34C outside! read more

La Cubana - Cuban Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This was a great little find for us ! Food was delicious and fresh, service was great. Highly recommend !

First off let me preface that I'm from Florida, I can speak Spanish semi-fluently, and I have a Cuban sister. That being said, I was let down by La Cubana. The decor, feel and smell were all there. However, the taste just wasn't. It was lacking something that I can't describe any better than simply saying, authenticity. Let me not be too harsh. If this is your first time having Cuban food then this is a fair comparison to the real thing. I recommend the pressed sandwiches, I believe I had the pork shoulder option. read more

Got their short rib with guava sauce, cooked to tender perfection, really like the guava sauce, it was sweet but not overly sweet to overtake the other flavors, the slaw provided a great tangy contrast to the sweet short ribs! Everything was at a great balance, every side complimented each other. The Yuka fries were also great, very unique starchy texture, a great change from our conventional fries. If you want what I assumed was authentic Cuban food, you gotta check this place out. read more

La Cubana - Cuban Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

We've been there a few times and the food is solid. It's not expensive and the food is always good. My favourite is the Cuban sandwich. read more

La Cubana - Cuban Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Easter weekend I was dog sitting in the area and I wanted to take advantage of being in a different neighbourhood. La Cubana had been on my bookmark list for a while and after reviewing the menu I was set on trying the short-rib plate. Wow, I was not disappointed! In fact, I went back the next day and shamelessly got the exact same thing. I got the short-rib plate to go, subbed the rice and beans for extra purple cabbage slaw, and the fried plantains. I will note the plantain was done differently on both plates in regards to smashed on the second but not on the first, and it was a sweet ripe plantain the first plate and not the second. I love all plantains in any way so I don't care either way... drool. Anyway - service was very fast and friendly. The short-rib was delicious and everything you could want in a short-rib. They had crispy onions on top, which was a nice touch. I was really pleased that the meat wasn't submerged in the Guava BBQ sauce and it was enough to compliment the meat instead of over-power. The purple cabbage slaw was unexpectedly yummy and just the right amount of sweet. Everything is fairly well single-portioned and I can see how some would note the price. However, I do not feel that way. This is a delicious dish that I would never make at home and I am pleased to trade my money for it I will go back again and plan to dine in next time. It is a small diner-like space with some booths and some bar seats. I might branch out and try something else... but cannot make any promises. read more

La Cubana - To go bag.. Has the menu printed on the sides - Cuban Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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La Cubana has a very nice environment and seating areas, the staff is friendly and quick to take orders/check on how you're enjoying the meal. I ordered the chicken medianoche, French fries, and a mango colada. I found the sandwich to be on the drier side, but overall the meal was okay. read more

La Cubana - Cuban Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Love this place! It has the most amazing vibe and the menu is simple. It offers a good range of sandwiches and a same options in platters. I started out with their Mojito (delicious!!) and their guava short rib (superb!), Mr. H had the chicken platter and yuca fries. The fires were good.. could have been seasoned better. The ribs were tender and flavour was unique. I tried the chicken as well and felt the ribs were much more flavourful. I will certainly be coming back to try the other items on the menu, it also just looks like a great spot for the summers! read more

Always a great place for a large group of people for private birthdays in the backroom. Thanks so much for the hospitality. read more

La Cubana - Great cocktail menu - Cuban Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Best place to get a cheap, but filling cuban lunch or dinner! The place is a small diner with limited amount of seats so it usually is filled on the weekends! I ordered the pulled pork plate that comes with bean rice, slaw and 2 pieces of fried plantane. The pulled pork was cooked to perfection. Each piece came apart so easily and the seasoning made it even more delicious. The whole plate meshed well together and I would definitely come back to try the other dishes! read more

La Cubana - Cuban Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

It's incredibly difficult to put together a restaurant. To get that mood, aesthetic and cuisine just perfectly right. To get every note down to the music dead on. To effectively transport you to another place for a moment. It's not fancy, but it's perfect for what it is. Strong recommend. read more