In town for work and looking for food, we stumbled on this spot. It's got more of a club vibe than…read morea restaurant feel, but the food was so good! We ordered the picanha and chicharrones--both delicious--and the lychee margarita was amazing. Our server was super attentive and assisted with accommodating some requests with no issues. Definitely more of a special-occasion place (a little pricey, but worth it). If you're with a big group, definitely book a reservation. Since it was just the two of us, we got seated right away, but we only had about an hour and fifteen minutes to eat before the live music and shows started.

I just had lunch at this Latin Grill (not Tampa) and just had to tell you about the most amazing…read moresoup that I tried for the first time. It is their Asapado de Camarones. It is huge but has enough shrimp and everything else to have it a second time for leftovers. I took home the Cuban sandwich for my husband but will come back again just for the soup! My server Valeria was super nice and helpful with explanation of ingredients etc. I appreciate it being a causal local restaurant and will be back again soon.

On Instagram, I saw a message about $6 meals from 8-9 today. I was like oh wow. The restaurant has…read morebuffet style line up. I got yellow rice with peas, plantains and roast pork. There was only a few people there but when I left, a lot more people showed. The lady that was line was very nice and she moves fast. The restaurant was nice and clean. All of the food looks great.

The price is good here but the options didn't work for me. U choose your protein and then two…read moresides. The sides are either fried or rice. Which I didn't want either but I did just to complete my plate. The pork was alright but there was some really crusty hard pieces. It wasn't so juicy for me. I opted out of the rice which I tried my husband's rice. It was alright but I didn't want a plate full of rice. My sides were alright but nothing extraordinary. No one was there when we went and it was mediocre with the A/C. Service was good and they let me know what everything was bc there are no labels. They have an open dining room and you can pick your spot to sit. You choose your food up front and then they place your plate where you are sitting. Price is as just under $11 so a good price considering prices nowadays but unfortunately not my fave due to options.

Our decision to eat at Mandy's Cuban Restaurant was actually made before we even walked through the…read moredoor (my name lol). From the moment we stepped inside, the restaurant had a warm, homey feel and the aroma alone was enough to convince us we'd made the right choice. The smell of slow-cooked meats, rice, spices, and fresh Cuban dishes filled the air and made it nearly impossible to decide where to start. There was an incredible array of offerings, with something for everyone. Every tray looked fresh and inviting, and it was clear that a lot of care went into the preparation. The variety was impressive, allowing us to sample a little bit of everything, and each dish delivered comforting, authentic flavors. Between the welcoming atmosphere, the fantastic menu, the amazing smells, and the wide selection of delicious food, Mandy's was a standout meal during our visit to Tampa. I'd happily return and, admittedly, I'm a little biased toward the name.

Mandy's is a great little mom-and-pop spot that deserves more attention. I stopped in for a Cuban…read moresandwich, and it was exactly what I was hoping for--crispy, perfectly pressed, and packed with flavor. The bread had a nice crunch on the outside while staying soft inside, and the sandwich was loaded with fresh ingredients. The owners were incredibly friendly and made me feel welcome from the moment I walked in. It's always nice to support local businesses that clearly care about their food and customers. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu!

Everything about this eatery has been well planned and prepared…read more From appetizing tostones to the combination platters to dessert. Food? DELISH! Service? Fantastic Ambiance: great setting

Came here for lunch bc my husband got a $10 off for his birthday month…read more He ordered the 1/2 chicken with rice and beans and plantains. The chicken here is unfortunately dry and not seasoned too well. The best part was probably the beans and rice. I still think of the aijiaco too which it was just too hot for me to order on a scorching August day. (Colombian chicken stew). I'll probably be back in the winter for that Aijiaco, but the chicken we will pass. Service was okay this time, and ambiance is quite nice in here.

Loved this restaurant very culture focused and it shows! Food exceeded my expectations the…read morechurrasco was extremely tender ! Chuletas cancan out of this world , my niece had the shrimp mofongo very good, we tried beef,and pulpo empanadas top tier and very stuffed. i love how they kept it traditional with the kids meal serving it on a school tray just like in pr schools !!! I had a pińa colada delicious and my husband had the sangria de tamarindo fermented and strong this restaurant is 10/10 ill be back without the kids. The bill was $206.00 without the tip worth every penny and super affordable

I mean I commuted here for veterans AMC…read more So it was against my will lowkey. But yeah here I am. Vibes were high. It was a good feel in there. Kinda what saved them for the most part. Let's start from the top. Lady walking around with a camera?? Get outta here. Then no napkins or silverware, dang. That's a bummer. Server was nice, I like the guy. Don't know his name though. Menu was large. Apps were solid. They are what have this place rated at a 2 otherwise it might be much worse. Entrees were fine. Nobody was stoked around the table but it was still good and everything was taken down bottom line. Will I come back, no. Will I recommend it, nah. But here it is. Fun, packed out and here. So good on em, keep trucking.

Great waitress, LIZ. Always on top of orders. Food is great. Music is low just right so we can…read moretalk. Perfect

First off I went for the leg quarter because the rest of the items seemed like there wasn't that…read moremuch left. Visually the look of the chicken was very underwhelming. Check it out for yourself below. I should have known better but I figured maybe it made up for it in flavor. Not too much. None of the food was bad in any means. But it's nothing to brag about either. The chicken could use a little char to make it more appealing. The corn itself was about the only thing that had much flavor to it. But I will say that the inside of this area was extremely clean and neat the staff were all super nice and greeted me quickly and ready to serve whatever I needed. I'd say just step up the food a bit and I could give this a higher rating.

We were in town for a funeral, and on the last evening wanted to eat at an authentic Cuban…read morerestaurant. So glad we found Ay Que Rico! The food was delicious, and the service was exceptional! We felt so relaxed and comfortable, not rushed at all. Headed back to Charlotte, NC, the next day with leftovers to share! Next time we are in the Tampa area, probably in the fall, we will see you again at Ay Que Rico!

If I could recommend only one Cuban restaurant for the rest of my life it would be Ay Que Rico…read more OH MY GOODNESS it is delicious. Their food is out of this world tasty. Their rice is the best rice I've gotten at any Spanish restaurant. The rice was flavorful, moist and when paired with their Yuka? Forget about it, you're going to be craving this combo everyday. Their Chicken/Veggies was marinated perfectly and was served in this saucy dish boat. The Cuban? Outrageously good. They perfected the definition of a Cuban sandwich. The bread was perfectly crisp, fresh, buttery and something about me is I do not like a dry Cuban and their Cuban is far from that. I could eat that whole sandwich without a parched throat. They have a plethora of shake options but my favorite is the Sour Sop, it tastes like ice cream! But it's healthy! The pudding had terrific flavor and its texture was perfection. The interior is pleasing to the eye, it's almost picturesque. Their tables also include everything you need such as napkins, toothpicks and even has Domino's! And they offer Karaoke every Saturday from 8pm-12am. Tell me this place is not a vibe. You can't Their service is impeccable, their staff very friendly and sincere. Great recommendations to give customers and made sure to check on us multiple times. If I could rate a place a 10 star, I would for Ay Que Rico!

The best Jamaican restaurant in the world! I eat there atleast 3 times a week. My name is Ms RUM…read morePUNCH! THE staff is top notch! All the girls and guys. Justina Loren Amanda Keisha Porsche and the crew. I'm bad at names. Andrew the owner very approachable and attentive. I love all parties and decor. Always great time!. Btw..please bring karaoke back!! Now..kindly please and thank you..​

Jerk Hut was definitely a true authentic experience but the jerk was a little different from what…read moreI'm used to, but it was still good. I had the escoviche shrimp, first time & I was not disappointed! The cabbage was just ok - It didn't have a taste to me, but the rice and peas were on point! that passionfruit rum punch! That drink put me out lol I only had one and it was really strong. That's all you need! #j#jerkt#tampaf#floridaf#foode#eating they do have an option to eat from the buffet or you can order off the menu, I'm not a big buffet eater, lol so I chose to order my food off the menu! But, to each his own it literally took 20 extra minutes for the oxtail, cabbage and rice and peas to come out, I had already finished my food, the waitress said they did not see it on the ticket, which was crazy to me because there was literally nobody in there when we went.