Wasn't worth the time or money. A bit pricey for the quality and quantity.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 3
Donna B.
Fantastic Cuban food! Excellent service. Go here. It's wonderful. Beans and rice, so good! Lechón Asado recommended! Sorry no pictures.
Pablo Ordóñez
Service was great. The food not so much. The Cuban sandwich was alright, nothing memorable, and the Carimañola we ordered was cold inside, which they then kindly replaced for croquetas that were also ok.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Mocha Lee
Had a classic mojito. It was just ok, nothing to write home about. Also had the assorted apps platter which included a ham croquette, a beef empanada, shredded pork, fried chicken, crispy plantains, and yuca. Everything pretty much tasted the same, no distinct flavor. Added some salt and asked for some type of hot sauce and that made things slightly better. I had a light snack this day for lunch, but I would go back and try some other classics in hopes the flavor profile is more pronounce.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Empanadas
Jose P.
Cubanon makes some of the best mojitos. As a Cuban, I know what I am talking about. The food is okay, but the cook is clearly not Cuban and what comes out does not taste like authentic Cuban food.
Maria Cooper
Beautifully prepared and presented food. The Snapper was delicious. The Margaritas delightful. Exceptional service in a relaxed atmosphere. I'll definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joseph B.
Review Title: Can You Pay in Cash? Last night (Saturday, March 9, 2024), my wife and I went to Cubano's. We had not been there since the COVID Lockdowns and reservations were made for 6:30pm. When we arrived, we were promptly seated and noticed that the restaurant not as full as it had been in the past. Maybe it was the weather, maybe it was the crime situation in downtown Silver Spring. Maybe a combination. We sat down, ordered the mojitos and an appetizer. We were told that they were out of the chicken empanadas, and so we settled for the ground beef. BTW, they were good but I was really hoping for the chicken. My wife loved her mojito, I thought that it was okay, not as good as I remember it in the past. When it came time to order, another item that we wanted was out, so I settled for the Lechon Asado and my wife, the Churrasco a la Brasa (I think). The food came out quicker than normal and it was good. Here is the important part: When we finished, we asked for the check. Our waiter asked us if would pay the bill in cash. We were a bit taken aback but attempted to see if we had enough but we did not. However, we did plan on leaving the tip in cash -- as we normally do at any restaurant. When the waiter returned, my wife asked: "Did you ask other patrons to pay in cash or are we the only ones?" He did not answer the question. She asked two more times and he evaded the question. Note: my wife noticed that the patrons behind us were not asked when they paid. Should we have asked the manager about it? Maybe but I don't know if we would have gotten a straight answer. And for all we know, the manager may have asked the waiter to make the request. Will we return? I do not want to return but my wife is on the fence about it.
Carole B.
Delightful restaurant. We have been coming here for years. I really enjoy the service (Osmeen is the best) and the food (I really enjoy the churasco a la brasa.
Chris Warneka
The artwork in this restaurant is beautiful! Frankly though, that was the highlight. The cocktails were fine but not particularly notable, and the food (2 entrees) was under seasoned and bland, especially for the cost. Small exception - the plantains were very tasty!The (lack of a) cherry on top was the waiter chiding us for not paying in cash and choosing to pay via card - apparently "Cash is the preferred payment method" at Cubano's. There weren't any signs or indications mentioning that, so I'm not sure how first time visitors should know that in advance.I'd recommend skipping this place and going to any of the other great options downtown - it's such an easy walk to get to better food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 3
Greg Amiker
Friday night at Cubanos for Dinner. Great atmosphere, cozi restaurant, very warm and welcoming staff. Food was delicious and authentic. Please note: They prefer Cash, but do take credit cards.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Flank Steak, Black Beans and Rice
It's alright. Not my favorite.I've had better Cuban food else where. Service is nice but they often lack items on the menu. The ambiance is alright but I feel that the place could be updated a bit more .. feels very small and over crowded. Do not like the interior placement of the tables.. feels uncomfortable for some reason. Every time we come, they either ran out of a particular fish, meat, appetizer, dessert and or soda not good for business.. at that point management should either A) choose to close for the day and restock b) quickly print-out a diy menu to only include items you do have or c) do an inventory check and a conscious business decision about what you will offer and change the menu.. it's horrible when one comes by hoping to have a certain meal, appetizer, drink and or desert and find out: "we don't have that today either" and or "we ran out of that because we had a large party drink all the sodas!"
T Land
Surprisingly on a Thursday they did not have many of the things on the menu; not even decaf coffee. Food was OK. Service was very attentive.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ropa Vieja Old Clothes
Miguel S. Herrera Estraño
Cuban and international dishes with unmistakable presentation and seasoning; a place of pleasant meetings, with environments for celebrating birthdays, social events for companies and families, the kindness and service of the staff, leads you to feel and enjoy a very familiar place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lechón Asado
Sheri M.
The food is so delicious and the service is the best !! We had the Maduros sweet plantains and carimanolas .. what amazing flavor !! We also shared the fried type ropa vieja with black beans and rice . My husband had the seafood mariscos in tomato sauce and loved it ! Thank you for a great meal and service !!
Elizabeth Diaz
We arrived here to have lunch after a very long morning. From the moment we walked in all the lights and music were turned off, it smelled like cleaning products, and no one attended us. Someone finally sat us down only to leave us there and never return. Instead he went to the kitchen where I heard him speaking in Spanish, I assume he didn't know I spoke Spanish, and was telling someone over the phone that th inspectors were coming about the things that are wrong with their facility. The person never came back waited over 20 min and left .. saw someone else walk out with us .. also menu was very disappointing... As a Cuban, I was expecting Cuban food not other countries. There was a handful of Cuban dishes that's all
Wasn't worth the time or money. A bit pricey for the quality and quantity.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 3
Fantastic Cuban food! Excellent service. Go here. It's wonderful. Beans and rice, so good! Lechón Asado recommended! Sorry no pictures.
Service was great. The food not so much. The Cuban sandwich was alright, nothing memorable, and the Carimañola we ordered was cold inside, which they then kindly replaced for croquetas that were also ok.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Had a classic mojito. It was just ok, nothing to write home about. Also had the assorted apps platter which included a ham croquette, a beef empanada, shredded pork, fried chicken, crispy plantains, and yuca. Everything pretty much tasted the same, no distinct flavor. Added some salt and asked for some type of hot sauce and that made things slightly better. I had a light snack this day for lunch, but I would go back and try some other classics in hopes the flavor profile is more pronounce.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Empanadas
Cubanon makes some of the best mojitos. As a Cuban, I know what I am talking about. The food is okay, but the cook is clearly not Cuban and what comes out does not taste like authentic Cuban food.
Beautifully prepared and presented food. The Snapper was delicious. The Margaritas delightful. Exceptional service in a relaxed atmosphere. I'll definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Review Title: Can You Pay in Cash? Last night (Saturday, March 9, 2024), my wife and I went to Cubano's. We had not been there since the COVID Lockdowns and reservations were made for 6:30pm. When we arrived, we were promptly seated and noticed that the restaurant not as full as it had been in the past. Maybe it was the weather, maybe it was the crime situation in downtown Silver Spring. Maybe a combination. We sat down, ordered the mojitos and an appetizer. We were told that they were out of the chicken empanadas, and so we settled for the ground beef. BTW, they were good but I was really hoping for the chicken. My wife loved her mojito, I thought that it was okay, not as good as I remember it in the past. When it came time to order, another item that we wanted was out, so I settled for the Lechon Asado and my wife, the Churrasco a la Brasa (I think). The food came out quicker than normal and it was good. Here is the important part: When we finished, we asked for the check. Our waiter asked us if would pay the bill in cash. We were a bit taken aback but attempted to see if we had enough but we did not. However, we did plan on leaving the tip in cash -- as we normally do at any restaurant. When the waiter returned, my wife asked: "Did you ask other patrons to pay in cash or are we the only ones?" He did not answer the question. She asked two more times and he evaded the question. Note: my wife noticed that the patrons behind us were not asked when they paid. Should we have asked the manager about it? Maybe but I don't know if we would have gotten a straight answer. And for all we know, the manager may have asked the waiter to make the request. Will we return? I do not want to return but my wife is on the fence about it.
Delightful restaurant. We have been coming here for years. I really enjoy the service (Osmeen is the best) and the food (I really enjoy the churasco a la brasa.
The artwork in this restaurant is beautiful! Frankly though, that was the highlight. The cocktails were fine but not particularly notable, and the food (2 entrees) was under seasoned and bland, especially for the cost. Small exception - the plantains were very tasty!The (lack of a) cherry on top was the waiter chiding us for not paying in cash and choosing to pay via card - apparently "Cash is the preferred payment method" at Cubano's. There weren't any signs or indications mentioning that, so I'm not sure how first time visitors should know that in advance.I'd recommend skipping this place and going to any of the other great options downtown - it's such an easy walk to get to better food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 3
Friday night at Cubanos for Dinner. Great atmosphere, cozi restaurant, very warm and welcoming staff. Food was delicious and authentic. Please note: They prefer Cash, but do take credit cards.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Flank Steak, Black Beans and Rice
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It's alright. Not my favorite.I've had better Cuban food else where. Service is nice but they often lack items on the menu. The ambiance is alright but I feel that the place could be updated a bit more .. feels very small and over crowded. Do not like the interior placement of the tables.. feels uncomfortable for some reason. Every time we come, they either ran out of a particular fish, meat, appetizer, dessert and or soda not good for business.. at that point management should either A) choose to close for the day and restock b) quickly print-out a diy menu to only include items you do have or c) do an inventory check and a conscious business decision about what you will offer and change the menu.. it's horrible when one comes by hoping to have a certain meal, appetizer, drink and or desert and find out: "we don't have that today either" and or "we ran out of that because we had a large party drink all the sodas!"
Surprisingly on a Thursday they did not have many of the things on the menu; not even decaf coffee. Food was OK. Service was very attentive.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ropa Vieja Old Clothes
Cuban and international dishes with unmistakable presentation and seasoning; a place of pleasant meetings, with environments for celebrating birthdays, social events for companies and families, the kindness and service of the staff, leads you to feel and enjoy a very familiar place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lechón Asado
The food is so delicious and the service is the best !! We had the Maduros sweet plantains and carimanolas .. what amazing flavor !! We also shared the fried type ropa vieja with black beans and rice . My husband had the seafood mariscos in tomato sauce and loved it ! Thank you for a great meal and service !!
We arrived here to have lunch after a very long morning. From the moment we walked in all the lights and music were turned off, it smelled like cleaning products, and no one attended us. Someone finally sat us down only to leave us there and never return. Instead he went to the kitchen where I heard him speaking in Spanish, I assume he didn't know I spoke Spanish, and was telling someone over the phone that th inspectors were coming about the things that are wrong with their facility. The person never came back waited over 20 min and left .. saw someone else walk out with us .. also menu was very disappointing... As a Cuban, I was expecting Cuban food not other countries. There was a handful of Cuban dishes that's all
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1