Cuban Restaurants near Greater Northdale, FL

“exelente service and delicious food 😋“

“What a gem! I found them after Jesus had his video about the history of the Tampa Cuban sandwich go viral. That was just the beginning! He has created an homage to the Afro-Cuban experience of Ybor/Tampa culture a century ago, spelled out lovingly in food and drink. We started with papa’s sangria and devil crab, of course, followed by a zingy tapenade on Cuban bread crostini. Just delicious. Their mojo pork is exquisite and the sauce is available by the bottle. My partner had crab shalah, blue crab in creole sauce over angel hair, and it was incredible. As much as the guava empanadas would have been a tasty finish, we opted instead to split a (spectacular) strawberry tres leches cake - Out. Of. This. World. We are blessed to have such a great addition to the food scene. And the sandwiches are always available if you need to scratch that itch. I cannot wait to go back and keep trying everything on the menu.“

“The Minuta fish Cuban sandwich is an absolute standout. My wife had been craving it for ages, and after trying it, I get the hype. The fish was flaky, seasoned to perfection, and every bite was full of bold, authentic flavor. And don’t miss out on their natural juices—they’re refreshing and packed with flavor, a perfect complement to the richness of the sandwich. This place is definitely a must-try for anyone seeking genuine Cuban flavors done right.“

“If I could eat here every day I absolutely would!!!!!“

“Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious! The Cuban sandwich was packed with flavor, the fries were perfectly crispy, and the guava smoothie was refreshing and sweet. The café con leche was the perfect finish. On top of that, the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend!“

“This is the best ropa vieja I’ve had in Tampa. Everything is made fresh and the portions are huge (this picture was taken after I ate my full!!). I will 100% be back.

Make sure to ask for the hot sauce that comes with the ropa vieja. I don’t know what it is but it is divine 🤤“

“Great place for Latin food, customer service is the best, great atmosphere , friendly. Been going there for years !!“

“I just got off the plane from Tennessee and haven't been back home for a few years. I drove straight to Pipos for lunch and it was so good as always!!“

“Great fast service and delcious empanadas!“

“Thank you so much to Rudy, Karen and the crew at Havana Dreamers! They have been feeding our crew of up to 90 disaster restoration workers per day for the past month. Our storm team has been well fed and Rudy has been great about giving us a variety and working within our budget. A big thank you from SERVPRO Team George!“

“You know you are in the right spot, when you walk in the door and all you smell is the seasoned meat. The service was amazing, very welcoming and courteous. We had the Pan con Bistec and the Huevo con papa's. It was delicious! And of course got my espresso shot too. Highly recommend.“

“Jamás había comido en este lugar. Decidí hacerlo hoy Domingo. Y no se de los otros días pero creo que acerté. Tengo que decir que el servicio y la atención fue excelente. Me asistió Miguel que siempre estuvo pendiente a lo que necesitaba. La comida estuvo al punto y sabrosa. Si buscas un lugar para cenar los Domingos este sería una excelente elección. por cierto había Kareoke con excelencia y mucho talento. Love It.“

“Despite quite a few recent one star reviews we decided to take a chance on Cuban Breezes last weekend and are so glad we did. Highly recommended.

The restaurant was almost full when we entered but we were soon greeted with a smile and within a few minutes a small booth was cleaned and ready.

Our server was Maddie and she could not have been better, friendly, professional, attentive and knowledgeable.

Their website mentions a meatloaf Cuban, which I immediately had my heart set on, but sadly it turns out this is only available occasionally as a 'Special' and Maddie said it usually sells out pretty quickly.

We ordered yuca fritters, a Cuban, a Hawaiian Cuban (which yes, sounds a little crazy)
tostones, congri (think Cuban dirty rice) plus a chardonnay and an ice cold beer.

The food came out in a timely manner and everything was hot, well prepared and delicious, at least as good as any Cuban we've had in Fort Myers, Miami or the Keys.

We both love a good Cuban sandwich, or its even sweeter cousin, the Medianoche, but agreed with Maddie that the Hawaiian Cuban is our new favorite, sort of the Cuban version of tacos al pastor.

Our whole experience could not have been more positive (maybe a few less F-Bombs from the kitchen staff). Great food at fair prices, cheap beer and a friendly staff! Give Cuban Breezes a try and, as for Maddie, ask for her by name. You won't be disappointed.“

“This is by far the best local eatery! I eat here almost every day. All the food is outstanding; as I eat healthy, I normally get the steak or chicken with salad and yuca or black beans. Of course a Cuban coffee and just sometimes one of their delicious desserts. I always bring home yuca and salad for dinner. For now, am staying away from carbs and have lost 11 pounds since going here.!! The servers are fantastic and very friendly. The entire restaurant is clean which is a huge thing to me! Highly recommend!!“

“This food truck is one of the best I've seen. This is one I will always go back to. Great Staff. Outstanding atmosphere. They know how to make a Cuban! These are the people that really inspire me. You make Tampa proud! Follow the Flavor 🔥 Este camión de comida es uno de los mejores que he visto. Este es uno al que siempre volveré. En cuanto al gran personal. Tipo Atmósfera excepcional. ¡Ellos saben cómo hacer un cubano! Estas son las personas que realmente me inspiran. ¡Haces que Tampa se sienta orgulloso! Sigue el Sabor 🌶️ El Tigre's Taste Buds“

“Best coffee in Tampa. Authentic Cuban Espresso. Owners are incredibly kind and passionate about their business. They always go out of their way to help their customers. That’s not even to mention their food - ALSO THE BEST CUBAN I’ve had so far in my 5 years of living in Tampa. Affordable, authentic, delicious Cuban Cuisine. With owners who truly care. Thank you for always taking care of me!“

“The food at this place was excellent ! Freshly cooked and the smoothies were extremely good. You have more than enough choices to fit your needs. Stop by Caribbean Twist you won’t be disappointed!!!“

“Stopped in Francis Cafe after getting a haircut at Champions Barber next door. Normally, this restaurant isn't open on Dundays, but because of the hurricane and people without power, they decided to open for the day.

They were extremely nice and courteous. We ordered 2 breakfast sandwiches, a cafe con Leche, and a sunny D.

Awesome little spot to stop in for some Cuban food. We will be back!!

Parking: Easy parking lot and handicap spots available.

Wheelchair accessibility: Handicap parking right up front with a ramp.“

“Best food family. friendly, patio available. karaokee Sundays after 2pm. come sing enjoyed.“

“I am Cuban, I have been living here in Tampa for more than 25 years. I have tried Cuban sandwiches in different places and the Cuban sandwich at this place is EXCELLENT. I RECOMMEND IT. Just as the roast pork is delicious, the coffee with milk is also excellent. The prices are consistent. with the food. The treatment is familiar and pleasant, you don't have to wait to be served. You can call to place your order and you just have to pick it up. I RECOMMEND IT, VERY GOOD SERVICE AND GOOD PRICES AND ATTENTION.“

“Really hate to see the place go. Great food and Great people.“

“I’m from Tampa. Spent my entire life here. I have made it my buisness to know the little “hole in wall” local places. This is exactly that. I used to come here all the time years ago. It’s been quite some time so when I moved back to this area I was eager to find out if this place survived the pandemic. Thank god it did. The cafe con leche is buttery and creamy. The Cuban toast is crunchy and soft on the inside. The food is awesome and authentic. The service is informal but I don’t mind that at all. The prices I believe are the best part. This isn’t the place that will run you 20$ for a coffee and sandwich. Ive been coming here for years and will continue to for as long as I can. I recommend“

“10 AM spaghetti craving... thank goodness for this restaurant. Spaghetti was delicious!“

“The flavor of her food is the way Cuban food was meant to be. My family used her to cater our reunion and the food was amazing. Thank you.“

“Found this place while looking for a spot to grab food for lunch on my lunch break. I was not disappointed, the food was great and tasted freshly made and had a nice selection of drinks to go along with lunch. I recommend this establishment!“

“Clean and prompt attention on an early morning running errands and needing a quick picker upper before hitting the road again.The place was clean and cozy; the service very cordial. My Cuban coffee was on point, and my medianoche sandwich quite tasty. Will return ??“