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La Viña Cuban Cafe

4.4 (31 reviews)
Open • 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Veronica H.

Very clean, quiet, calming music, friendly staff, not very busy at the time I went but most orders are prepared when ordered, they do have soups, rice, beans, pastries and some Hot food readily available

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Daren R.

A few days ago, I was driving through the area and noticed this Cuban Cafe in a desolate plaza. Did a quick review check through Yelp and observed a single review with a brutal (really horrific) one star rating. So of course I wanted a peek to provide my input from a self proclaimed master connoisseur of cultural eateries. The listed opening time online is 9am so of course I was sitting in the parking lot at 850am. Exactly at 9am, I noticed three employees decked out in La Vina logo attire who unlocked the front door and entered. Within minutes the Closed sign on the door was manually reversed to Open and excitement set in for hopefully a good experience. My first thought was how could the food prep be ready for incoming customers? The friendly owner greeted me and immediately poured a hot espresso into a non-logo foam cup. The dining area was clean and very spacious with a massive red La Viña Cuban Cafe sign affixed to the wall surrounded by several color coordinated red & white seating. The rear room behind the food display was in disarray and doubled as storage. The owner indicated that in the near future the rear room may be utilized as a buffet area which seems like a great idea. Im in a cuban cafe, so I try to order a coffee with a guava pastry, although the pastries were still sitting in the display rack from the day before - not a good sign. The owner advised the baker is making fresh guava pastry but will take fifteen minutes, which I impatiently waited for while sipping my coffee. The bathroom was absolutely spotless with an optional hand air blower. The guava was sweet and the crust was decently flaky and appreciated the freshness of my morning treat. An opinion as constructive criticism would be for the baker to arrive at least thirty minutes early to provide timely freshly prepared pastry for early morning customers. This family owned and managed bakery is only three months old and with only a couple minor hiccups, the cafe seems to be on a successful journey with a rational starting 3.5 star rating.

Masa De Puerco with Moro and Plantains,  so so good and moist
Doug R.

06/10/2025 - Came here as I live close by and was glad there was a cuban restaurant near by. The lady behind the counter was very nice and helpful. The food was good and filling, we definitely will be back, to.try other dishes. We had: 1.Masa de Puerco with moro, and Plantains -Very good and moist 2. Cuban Sandwich- Very good size and Very good. 3. Jupinia drinks

Ropa vieja (shredded beef), moros y christinanos (white rice and black beans) and platanos maduros (fried over-ripe plantains)
Pablo D.

We visited Saturday after most each lunch. Only one other person in restaurant. Me and my lunch companion had ropa vieja (shredded beef), moros y christinanos (white rice and black beans) and maduros (fried over-ripe plantains). The food was delicious! Ropa vieja had just the right amount of salt (some Cuban restaurants over do it). This restaurant is in a strip mall shopping center. Food is ordered at the counter from the wall displayed menu shown in pics. Most of the cooked food is in the display case. I would consider this place as fast casual and I would consider ambiance as 4 star for what it is, a strip mall, fast casual Cuban restaurant.

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Donald R.

If you like really good Cuban Cuisine, you will absolutely like this restaurant. Their prices are reasonable and the food quality is excellent. I ordered the Cuban Sandwich which came with pulled pork versus the sliced pork which some places give you. My guests told me that they really enjoyed their food. The restaurant is located in a strip mall that is a little rough for parking, but Don said let that dissuade you from eating there.

Jason P.

This might be the best Cuban food find I've made in a long time. La Viña is just five months old, tucked into a beat-up strip mall off University Drive in Tamarac, and absolutely worth the detour. The pan con lechón (ordered with extra onion and mojo) is a standout: roasted in-house pork, sautéed onions, and a hefty, crunchy piece of chicharrón, all served on fresh-baked Cuban bread -- which they also make themselves, both round and loaf. At $10.75 with fries or tostones, it's a massive juicy sandwich and a ridiculous value. I'd put it up against anything on Calle Ocho, and honestly, it might be better. Easily the best I've had in West Broward. Croquetas are made in-house as well -- crisp outside, creamy béchamel inside, no filler. They're served with a punchy cilantro dipping sauce that balances the richness perfectly. The passion fruit batido (ice cream shake) was tart, cold, and creamy -- a great match for the pork. And yes, in addition to house-baked empanadas they bake their own flan and bread pudding, which sit waiting in the display case to tempt you after the meal. This place is the real deal, top to bottom. Friendly service, humble setup, and serious food. I'll be back -- probably tomorrow.

Steak Cuban Sandwich & Vaca Frita with Moro Rice and sweet plantains. Fresh mango juice.

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Friendly owner family owned business.. amazing authentic Cuban cuisine with very good prices

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1 year ago

Great local Cuban food. Palomino steak sandwiches is a winner. Chicken empanadas also good for a quick bite

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6 months ago

Food is super good ! A little pricy for breakfast but I would definitely still come back.

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Been here many times food is always good. Good portions great service would highly recommend.

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10 months ago

Best cuban food in the Sunrise, Tamarac area. Highly recommended! Very generous portions

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Food this new spot in Tamarac. The Cuban food is on point. Amazing quality. Service is awesome

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Very good Cuban food at reasonable prices! Fast and friendly service! Located close to home.

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