Finally swung by The Cuban Corner By Ta-Pas after all the hype about real-deal Cuban eats smack in the middle of Tucson.. and man, it blew me away! I've been chasing spots that nail that authentic island flavor with a chill vibe, and this joint is straight-up a treasure I can't believe flew under my radar for so long. Opted for the timeless Cubano sandwich, and it was a total knockout.. layers of ham, roasted pork, Swiss, pickles, and mustard grilled to perfection, hitting that sweet spot of salty, tangy, and crunchy. It wasn't just tasty.. it hit the spot, leaving me satisfied but not stuffed. For something different, I grabbed the Red Enchiladas Sonorense, and props to them for throwing in options like this on a mostly meat-forward menu. It packed a hearty punch with that rich red chili sauce wrapping tender veggies and cheese, every forkful balanced with just the right spice kick that felt nourishing and spot-on. But the guava shake? Absolute standout.. creamy and refreshing, not overly sweet, like a tropical breeze in a glass that had me dreaming of Havana sidewalks. My takeout was ready in 15 minutes flat when I rolled up, fresh and hot. The spot's got tons of space to kick back, decked out in colorful Cuban flair that makes you feel like you're actually there.. no exaggeration. Staff were super friendly and on point, that kind of energy that elevates the whole visit. In Tucson of all places, where killer Cuban spots are rare, this one's got those one-of-a-kind tastes, hearty servings, and solid bang for your buck. Heading back ASAP.. if you're local and haven't hit it up, you're missing out big time! read more

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This restaurant easily has the most delicious and authentic Cuban food in the region. While the Cuban menu is not super extensive, there are many good selections to get that Cuban food fix. There are also some Mexican items on the menu, for those that want it. My group got the caldo gallego, Cuban sandwich, tortilla soup, a side of congrís, and appetizer sampler. The appetizer sampler was a good way to try a little bit lot of things. The empanadas, papas rellenas, and ham croquetas were especially delicious. All whole group loved their food. Congris is my absolute favorite food in the whole world, and the Cuban Corner makes it top notch. The location is quiet and relaxed. Staff is very nice, and music is playing, but not so loud you cannot talk with your friends. It may not be as "trendy" as some other restaurants, but the experience and food is excellent. read more

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We visited on a Saturday at 11am. Menus, silverware and napkins were at the table. Service was quick and friendly. We ordered the Guacamole con Chicharrón, Bacon Wrapped Burrito, and Vaca Frita a la Ripiao. The guacamole had big chunks of avocado but the chunks of pork were too dry and too big. The chips were good. The burrito was huge and they were accommodating and cut it in thirds for us. I would have liked the bacon to be crispier around the burrito but it was good. The restaurant was clean and bright. I liked the TV with a video of Cuba. read more

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Stopped into Cuban Corner just after noon for a quiet lunch. The menu looked impressive and extensive, so I decided to try a couple of items to see what they had to offer. I ordered the Tapas Special, a sampler that included empanadas, croquettes, papa rellenas, and tostones con ropa vieja. I also got a ropa vieja sandwich to try more of their dishes, though the Cuban sandwich is definitely on my list for next time. For my drink, I went with a Cuban coffee, strong, rich, and perfectly prepared. Everything was delicious and clearly made with care. Keep in mind this is a mix of Mexican and Cuban cuisine, which gives the menu a nice variety. Service was fast and friendly and when I say fast, remember that good food isn't always quick, so that's a pleasant surprise. The place isn't super fancy, but it's clean and functional. Overall, this spot is worth checking out. The food is amazing, portions are generous, and prices are very reasonable. read more

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I read about this newer place recently and finally made it here. A friend and I met for lunch midweek and the place was only 1/4 occupied. Service was attentive and gracious. We ordered the Cubano ($16) which comes with plantain chips) and the Pan con Bistec Cubano ($17) which comes with french fries. Both were exceptional. The Cubano is definitely one of the better ones I have had (possibly better than Mojo's) with decent quantities of meats and not overpowering with mustard. But... that Pan con Bistec was even better. The french fries are nicely seasoned and med-thick (think Wendy's not McD's). The plantain chips were... as expected (i.e., super thin, dried, banana slices but not especially memorable by their nature). The venue is retro cool with ample free parking in front. It is located beneath that giant turquoise motel sign (pic) just south of Speedway Blvd on Stone Ave. read more

The Cuban Corner by Tapas - View looking south on Stone from Spdwy - Cuban Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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After living in Miami for over five years, we are always on quest for good Cuban. And for Tucson, this is good. The husband has been here before and had the ropa vieja and loved it, but wanted to try something new. So this time he got the Cuban sandwich. He loved it, but I found it a little ham heavy. But I am also not a ham fan, so take my opinion with that in mind. I got the permit asado, which is a mojo style pork. The pork was very tender, perfect serving size, but I found the seasoning and mojo to be a little too subtle for my taste. The Cuban rice was great though. We also ordered a beef empanada appetizer. The pastry was perfect - flaky, and perfectly browned. The filling was also pretty generous, but again, not as flavorful as I would have liked. But they gave a squeeze bottle of a house made cilantro based sauce that kicked it up a notch, as well a ramekin of a red onion, crema sauce that packed a strong red onion kick. They don't have a liquor license and it's canned soft drinks but they do offer a couple of mocktails and some decent shakes. We tried the guava one which was good - perfect consistency, delicious whip cream on top. I would come back, and try the papa rellenas and the ropa vieja. read more

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Authentic Cuban cuisine, outstanding friendly service, and vibrant music make this place unforgettable. The ropa vieja is so rich and flavorful it transports you straight to Havana, while the perfectly brewed Cuban coffee gives you the energy to keep savoring every bite. And just when you think the experience can't get any better, the dessert menu appears -- making it nearly impossible to choose just one sweet ending to an incredible meal. read more

I'm so excited to have another Cuban restaurant in town and was thrilled to see the Cuban Corner set up shop at the Sahara Apartments. The menu includes a nice mix of Cuban dishes and some Mexican favorites, but with limited options for Cuban fare in Tucson, I had to check that side of the menu out first. I opted for some to-go appetizers on my first visit and went with the croquetas de jamon and ground beef empanadas. Both were delicious. The croquetas were perfectly fried, with a savory ham and cheese filling. Oerfrctions. The empanadas were also great, with their rich, flavorful filling and perfectly crispy crust. Service was fast and friendly and the restaurant space is super cute. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Casual interior, clean, excellent food, attentive service. We have had Cuban sandwiches at several restaurants in Tucson and this?restaurant serves the best.​ read more

I've been there twice. Great food. The service was great! Clean and a nice place to go. They have music on the weekends which enhances the experience. Hidden gem. read more

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Decent empanadas but the ropa vieja sandwich was dry. Staff were friendly,though. I love Cuban food but I think this fell short of what I was anticipating or hoping for. read more

The Cuban Corner by Tapas - Empanadas - Cuban Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Food is authentic! Service staff is polite & helpful. The location is Veteran and Service Dog friendly. read more

What a great addition to downtown Tucson. Food is great. Easily enough for lunch the next day as well. Friendly service, feels very homey, which is nice. And not too loud as a lot of Tucson downtown restaurants are. Nice place to eat some food, have some conversation with a friend or go solo and bring a book. I highly recommend this place. read more

First off, the ambiance is pleasant, not upscale, but clean and welcoming. The music is really pleasant and played at the right volume. The staff are delightful and do not rush customers; in fact, I think we could have stayed all day and no one would have bothered us. But as soon as we called, they were there to help. Now, we get to the best part of the meal, the food. It was yummy in the mouth and in the tummy. Special shout out for the mixed appetizer plate, which was some of the best stuff I've had in quite a while. I had the thin cut steak, which was a bit tough, but tasted great. If you are unfamiliar with Cuban rice, which is a mix of rice and black beans, it is outstanding at this unassuming but excellent restaurant. Then there was the coffee. I've never been to Cuba, but I have eaten at a number of Cuban restaurants and the coffee is always good, but this place goes the extra bean. Seriously delightful, especially with a good dessert such as the tres leches cake. Definitely a return is in the cards. read more

It's a cute place attached to the Sahara. There's 2 doors and you can enter either one. I walked in to place a to-go order and was met with colorful walls that felt like home. The person was super sweet and patient while I looked at what to order. I ended up getting a Ropa Vieja sandwich which was SO GOOD. It was juicy, the bread was perfectly toasted and the fries were the perfect amount of crispy. read more

The Cuban Corner by Tapas - Ropa Vieja Sandwich - Cuban Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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The best Cubano sandwich I have found in Tucson. I switched the plantain chips to fries The restaurant is nicely decorated and they play Latin music. The staff is friendly and helpful. read more

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Food was delicious- pork was tender and rice with beans very tasty. My husband's sandwich was good too! Service was quick- we didn't wait for too long. Ambiance was casual and cozy. Worth another trip! 4.4 stars. read more

Excellent cubano sandwich. Empanadas we delicious as well. Plantains were done to perfection. Friendly service. Highly recommend read more

The Cuban Corner by Tapas - Menu - Cuban Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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My friend and I had dinner here yesterday. We shared two dishes, pernil asado ($20) and bistec de res a encebollado ($18). I also got an orange cream milkshake ($5). We loved everything; I especially liked the pernil (pork) and the plantains that came with it. Service was good and very friendly. The ambiance is casual, nothing special. It's not at all noisy. Just a nice laid-back eatery with great food. read more

Mildred and everyone at The Cuban Corner served up an amazing lunch for us today. We ordered tacos (Cubano tacos, yum!), some maduros and a wonderful cortado to finish off the meal. Great service & food at very reasonable prices. Highly recommended! read more

Everything we ordered was delicious. The cubano, the tri tip torta, the yucca, tostones and the strawberry milkshake. Can't wait to return to try other menu items. The picture of the cubano tacos and the tostones with ropa vieja looked really good, but I was full. The sandwiches were big, I split mine with my daughter. Our server was attentive and kind. read more

The Cuban Corner by Tapas - Tri Tip Torta - Cuban Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Friends and I had the steak, pork, Congri, and the coffee. All food was great. Best Cuban in town read more

The Cuban Corner by Tapas - Inside the restaurant. - Cuban Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Just tried the Cuban Corner near Speedway & Stone. Being from South Florida I was super impressed , finally a more authentic Cuban restaurant. Definitely will be going back ! read more

The Cuban Corner by Tapas - Ropa Vieja De Mi Abuela - Cuban Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

The food here is very satisfying! Our server was quick and professional even while being the only one out there serving tables. Ambiance is good for family and a nice work lunch. Papas rellenas with red peppers and cheese are delish! That secret sauce is so good! I would just spread that on everything! I had the camarones culichi which are so creamy and mix well with the rice. Hubby had the bistec de res encebollado which is a thin slice of excellently seasoned meat. I could keep going here! Just go check it out. read more

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The food was amazing and the service was 10/10!! We both got the steak and onions with tostones and rice. We also got beef empanadas and tostones with ropa vieja for appetizers. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and definitely home made. This place is a must try if you are in the area. read more

The Cuban Corner by Tapas - Cuban Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Wow! My husband and I really enjoyed our meal here. The location is weird - you are parking in an apartment complex's parking lot (ample spaces!), the restaurant is on the south corner. The inside was impeccably clean and had cute decorations and photos of Cuba. The waitress was very friendly. My husband is a bit picky and ordered a chicken burrito (chicken, rice, beans, and cheese in a toasted tortilla) and he loved it! He said the salsa was too spicy for him, but I liked it. I ordered the ropa vieja plate and it was wonderful. Was our meal authentic? I have no idea! I do know that it tasted great and I would be happy to dine here again. read more

We were short of time so only shared the Tapas Special, an assortment of apps. Absolutely delicious and loved tasting new flavors. Definitely going back to enjoy a full meal, great variety on the menu. They could make a killing doing Mojitos but no alcohol on the menu. Maybe someday. But the food is well worth stopping in. Yum. read more

Read about this place in Tucson Style magazine. Food was excellent and authentic Cuban. Location was clean (spotless) and our server, Yilen, was friendly and knowledgeable. Definitely will return. We love Cuban food and this is a great spot. read more

Great food, a great place, high degree of care for the atmosphere (very clean) and nice people with smiles and great service all around. Why haven't you tried it yet? :) read more

The best Cuban food in Tucson. Order one of everything and leave a bloated happy slob. DO NOT sleep on this place

The food is outstanding! Amazing flavors and a great selection of options. We've been several times and order something new each time. Everything has been great--our favorites being the papas rellenos and the sopres. Plus, you can't go wrong with their cuban coffee flight!! read more

Charged me $6 for a cup of coffee the size of a ping pong ball. And the guys in the back acting like I didn't know Spanish talking about me the whole time. Also the prices are outrageous, has to be money laundering. No way most people in central Tucson can afford this. read more

We were VERY impressed by the quality of the Cuban dishes we ordered. Our host/server was attentive and gracious. This place goes onto the "return soon" list! read more

I had today's tapas special- absolutely delicious! Best Cuban food I have ever had! The Cortado coffee was creamy and so good- I asked for ice in mine and they accommodated me. If you go, ask to try the sauces. Definitely going back! read more

Delicious food and great service. Super clean and nice. I had Cuban tacos and a side of plantain chips. Will definitely come back!