New to the area and coming from Central Texas where Cuban restaurants aren't that common, my wife…read moreand I were eager to try out Cuban restaurants near us. A couple of days after we closed on our house, we searched for lunch options. While checking out Yelp, Cafe Havana popped up with great reviews, so we plotted a course to check it out. Located in a seemingly industrial area, Cafe Havana offers ample parking. We placed our orders, Lechon Asado lunch for me and Cuban sandwich (which came with fries) for my wife. We, well maybe my wife did, waited a few minutes for her sandwich and fries to be served before eating. The lechon asado, aka roast pork, lived up to its billing as their best seller. Tender, savory and fatty pieces of pork served with yellow rice and fried plantains...the only thing missing was crispy pork skin that comes with pernil. My wife liked her Cuban sandwich as well, good flavors but lacking that crispy bread that she's come to expect. The fries were fresh and hot...perhaps the only place we've tried so far that includes fries with your meal. All in all, a good place that we'll likely revisit for future cravings for Cuban cuisine.

The food was authentic and as tasty as I had back when I lived in Miami. The portions were huge…read more We will definitely be back often.

I recently visited La Cocina de Abuela for lunch. The restaurant is set up cafeteria style and you…read moreorder a small, medium or large portion. You choose your rice, beans, meat, and side. I ordered a large with Ropa Vieja, Yucca, Black Beans, and Coconut Rice. I love Cuban food and the portion was massive, however, I was disappointed. The Ropa Vieja was tender but watery, the yucca was soft but bland and a little chewy, and the beans lacked any seasoning. I liked the rice: savory with a hint of sweetness. The best word to describe the food was edible.

Very tasty food that tastes homemade! The chicken was cooked to perfection as was the rice, and…read moreeverything was very flavorful. My one complaint is the plantains could be a bit softer, but otherwise this was a delicious meal. The staff was very helpful and quick with service. The ambiance isn't anything fancy but there is plenty of seating inside, though it is also easy to take this food to go. I'll definitely be back to try more items!

Excellent Food, Every Time! Always Nice and Bread is always…read morefresh! GO HERE! Don't be fooled by, "Cuban on the Go" They should've kept going! Villa Pinar is far more tasty and worth the price!

Awesome Cuban food! Being raised in Dade/Broward, the food here is 100% real Cuban. Huge portions,…read morevery clean restaurant, extremely lovely staff, and desserts to die for! The guava pastries are gone very early just FYI.

Amazing service, Amazing food and the new building is beautiful!…read more Can't wait to eat there again

Excellent food and phenomenal service. We had the Palomilla…read morebowl, beef on rice with maduros and black beans. The bowl is very satisfying. We ordered the Pollo Asado and you get to choose two sides. We ordered it with yuca frita and maduros. Our friends like their food too: empanadas, Cuban sandwich, chicken soup and their natural juices. We asked our server Diannys about breakfast and she brought us coffee to try it after our meal.

We stopped by Palabar Cuban Eatery and had a great experience. The gentleman who took our order was…read morefriendly and provided excellent service. We tried the guava and cheese pastry (so delicious), plus a The Revuelto (eggs, ham and cheese on Cuban bread) orange juice and a beef empanada for our toddler. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful. We sat in the porch area, which was nicely decorated and had a really pleasant feel. We'll definitely be back.

This is a hidden gem! We had empanadas, the ropa vieja and topped it off with a warm rum cake. Cute…read morelittle out door seating area with a nice sea breeze. Will definitely be coming back to try more of the menu.

We got a Rueben, a Cuban, and a hot dog. Good stop for a…read moresandwich Friendly service For the Cuban we substituted turkey and it was pretty good

This casual cafe restaurant located on Main Street in Micanopy offers a lot of old Florida charm…read more The very eclectic atmosphere of the indoor/outdoor eating establishment under oak trees featuring antique decor, signs and trinkets to view while waiting for your food. I ordered at the counter the Double Grilled Cheese $9.95 and the homemade fresh Blueberry Cheesecake $5.50. Everything was delicious. It did take a while for the food to come out but did enjoy the quaint little town.

Was visiting family and we met halfway at this restaurant for lunch. We were a party of 7 and do it…read moretook a while to get a table setup. A little chaotic when we first checked in. At the cash register was a big sign that states: "Cash only". There is an ATM machine right by the cashier. Hence, the 4 stars. We ordered our food : beef empanadas, masitas, fish sandwich, Cuban sandwich, steak sandwich and ropa viejo. For drinks, we had iced teas and sodas. They came in huge, heavy glasses - like a tankard! I would say that the portions were large in general. Everyone loved their food. I enjoyed the ropa Viejo -it was very flavorful. The beef was tender and tasted very good. Our servers were friendly and efficient. They refilled our glasses constantly Will definitely come back here if we are back in the area. Just have to remember to bring cash!!

Our friends were excited to bring us to Lugo's when we visited. The food is delicious and brought…read moreback some good memories for hubby whose parents were from Cuba. The paella was very large and fresh. The Mango shake, tostones rellenos and bistec sandwich were exceptional. The server was so friendly and took her time going over the menu when us. We will be back!!

Cafe Con Leche -- ABSOLUTE WOW…read more Okay... this place is AWESOME. Like already thinking about when I can go back awesome. I had the chorizo tacos....bold, flavorful, perfectly cooked, and honestly mouth-watering. He ordered the burrito, which came with crispy home fries, and we added a side of rice and beans to share (which was 100% the right call). Then came the pièce de résistance... Banana tres leches Holy. Smokes. Melt-in-your-mouth, not-too-sweet, rich without being heavy. The kind of dessert where conversation pauses because everyone is busy having a moment. The vibe: Not fancy. You order at the counter, grab a seat, and the magic happens. The people are so kind, the food comes out with love, and it feels authentic in the best possible way. Bottom line: Comforting, flavorful, crave-worthy food made by genuinely nice people. I'm already craving it again... and that says everything. This is the kind of place you tell your friends about...then bring them with you next time.

Holy schmoly this place is great! We found this little place on Yelp and I am so glad we did. As…read moresoon as we walked up the smell would captivate you. The empanadas are amazing, the Cubans are the nuts, and the iced coffee is to die for! Try it, you'll thank me!

I absolutely loved their chicken soup. It had a lot of pulled chick pieces some red peppers bits…read more Some carrots would be good I didn't ask. I requested no nacho chips in mine, no sprinkled cheese and no salt. They said they use no oil in the soup which is great They don't use a microwave at all I didn't realize the soul would be in a sturdy plastic bowl and it was super hot. I typically don't mix plastic with really hot things but that was all they had. I would get it again and get it to go cold in a plastic take out container. Or bring you own bowl! I also had the veggie egg wrap. It was good but definitely say light on the cheese if you are conscious. Everything looked amazing and I will. Make it a regular spot to go to. It's over looks the beach in Flagler. They were super accommodating and I'm very fussy. I went back for dinner. Chicken soup without the nachos or cheese. Their other soup is supposed to be great too! Guavo turnover was fresh and delish. As was the flan, a touch of delicious alcohol taste. Very good. You can't go wrong with any of their food. Real food always tastes better. They now have a ceramic bowl if you ask

We stopped by Dulce De Leche in Flagler Beach this morning and had a fantastic breakfast! Upon…read morearrival, we were promptly greeted and ordered at the counter. I opted for the Papa Relleno (potato balls) with a side of rice and beans, while my wife chose scrambled eggs and Cuban bread. The food arrived quickly, and I dove in first - WOW! The papa relleno was perfectly fried, with outstanding flavor. The black beans and rice were expertly prepared, and my wife raved about her eggs and the flavorful Cuban bread. We appreciated the clean bathrooms and outdoor seating area, which offered stunning, unobstructed views of the ocean across the street. We'll definitely return to try more dishes!