Cuban Restaurants near Forest Hills, NY

“Cabana in Forest Hills has that lively, island vibe — upbeat music, friendly service, and food that feels like a mini getaway. I ordered the chuleta de cerdo (pork chops) with rice, black beans, and tostones. The sides were delicious — and lucky me, the tostones came with a garlic dip, which I happily used to give my pork chops the extra kick they needed 😉. I was hoping for a bit more Dominican-style flavor from the pork, but overall, a solid spot for good vibes and Latin comfort food done right.“

“Will the food blow you away? No (besides the street corn which is fantastic). And it’s not cheap either. BUT, the vibes are unmatched. My parents used to take me here when I was a kid and there’s just no better place for a summer lunch out with family or friends.“

“Authentic as it can be. The food is excellent. The music was awesome and service was good. It was a little hot but the mojitos made up for it“

“The decor at Victors Cafe was absolutely stunning! I was pleasantly surprised by how beautiful and classy it felt, with a wonderful tropical vibe. Our waiter was truly phenomenal, constantly checking in on us and being incredibly attentive. And the food and desserts were simply amazing. I highly recommend paying a visit to Victors Cafe for an all-around fantastic experience!“

“i hardly ever leave reviews, but i felt inclined after ordered from bennys tonight. i am a first gen cuban and this place really hit the spot. they went the extra mile to include their version of moros which i asked for even though it wasn’t on the menu. love places like this, love even more to support a CUBAN small business. Thank you!!“

“Good food, special drink called, BUTTER! Get ready it's lights out!!.. lol“

“Great food!!! And drinks 🍹“

“I ate at this restaurant during my Christmas vacation visit to New York. It is fantastic! The staff is friendly and welcoming. The food is so tasty. It was better than the big advertised restaurants. If you want a real delicious meal and some great music while you eat, go to this place. It's a hidden gem.“

“it was ok .. i.have to say that the order we got had a funny smell as if it been reheates. el moro cubano dont taste or smell like that“

“My ethnicity is Cuban American and this restaurant checked off all the boxes for me.
I ordered the Oxtail which they served me 4 large pieces that were very flavorful and tender.
Yucca fries were nice and crunchy , I requested a small bowl of Cuban mojo to dip my yucca fries.
The white rice and black beans were very good.
Staff very attentive.“

“Came in around 3 PM on a weekday — totally empty, no reservations needed. I had the churrasco with rice and beans, chicken empanadas, shrimp skewers, and a peach margarita. Everything was hot, fresh, and delicious. No complaints! Oh! And the peach margaritas are exactly what you need before the meal and after.“

“We had a great time here for my brother's birthday. Went at 6 on a Saturday and wasn't too crowded so food came out quickly and everyone was satisfied. I had the steak nachos and a mango mojito. Both were good! The decor is so nice. Would like to go again while the bands are playing.“

“Alot of love love for everyone relaxing charming and the best made Cuban Food made on the premises a true delight.“

“I know it’s been around but still a favorite ❤️Very trendy & modern. It’s valet service to the ambiance to the food music wait and drinks services. Pricey but worth it..we enjoyed paying for this level of service....The woman that manages the beautiful bathroom got my tip lol.Ty..so beautiful“

“Good food, good menu and good waitress“

“I went there for dinner, but I usually always come for lunch after cycling since it’s at the end of our route. Kuba has a warm, inviting atmosphere, and the food is always spot-on. I had the seafood enchilada and the tuna tostones , both were fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. Our waiter, André, was excellent and really added to the experience with great service. Definitely a spot I’ll be coming back to.“

“I found this place through instagram and went in person had the sweet chilli wings and two empanadas, amazing! Loved it. Not a fan of the yuca fries they were a bit on the dry side but its always a hit or miss when it comes to Yuca / Yuca fries. The atmosphere was amazing, super clean place seems like a small family business loved seeing that. Truly recommend.“

“First time at Tina's... you know this spot is legit when all the local construction workers eat there too😋😋😋“

“I had a great experience going there to eat I had never been there before and always wanted to try it so why not go when it's restaurants week and the prices are affordable for my pocket I ordered the espresso martini and a side of plantains so my bill was a little higher but all worth it loved the dessert only complaint I have is for my appetizer I would have liked my chicharron de pollos to be more cooked overall it was a good time“

“love the drinks and the vibe 😌 it always a great place..“

“que se come muy rico y barato y la atención es de primera“

“the food was so good tasty and fast!! the pork was so tender and deliciois!“

“The restaurant combines quality with entertainment. This place offers tasty meals, fair prices and excellent customer care. The restaurant personnel work rapidly and kindly. I located a truly special eatery!!! Drop everything and go to this place!“

“The food and drinks are great. The atmosphere is lively and friendly. The staff is wonderful. Had my birthday dinner there this weekend and it was great!!“

“OMG I was looking for parking outside of Sophie's, to go to a hospital appointment & I was like omg a cuban restaurant I had been craving a good Cubano Sandwich for about 5 yrs so I downloaded app & ordered.. by the time it was ready I found a spot.. it was very reasonably priced especially for Manhattan but most of all it was AMAZING... im literally waiting for my next appointment great food , clean environment & nice people“

“The mojo pork with moro rice was delicious, and I highly recommend it. I also ordered a guava and cheese empanada and got a beef one in my order instead. It was fine, but it wasn't what I really wanted. Word to the wise: pass on the tres leches. It's a flavorless cake with the wrong texture swimming in a pool of evaporated milk. The taste is wrong, the texture is wrong, and two of the three milks are missing.“

“I was amazed by "squid rice with shrimp". It's cooked with squid ink. There is no fishy taste at all but all the goodie including red pepper, green pepper oinion, pea and of course squid and shrimp. The drink is amazing. Be careful, they are very very strong! Owners and servers are super friendly as well.“

“Great food and great service. The food reminds me of home and is reasonably priced. We keep coming back for the ox tail stew, ribs, beef steak, porkchops, dumplings and the boneless chicharonnes de pollo. Most meals are served with white or yellow rice and beans or vegetables. If you want to try something different, they have the beef liver and squid ink fried rice which remind me of squid ink Paella. The combination meals are a great option to try out different dishes. The staff and owners always greet you with a warm welcome.“

“Absolutely wonderful customer service from all staff. The food is delicious!! By far, the BEST Cuban sandwich that I have ever eaten.“

“Great service everyone is friendly and quick. Food is delicious, the cuban sandwiches and empanadas are worth the visit. They also have affordable combos that fill you up for the day I often skip dinner after eating lunch here. Atmosphere is ok, they have cool cuban posters and cigar boxes on the wall but the seating area is just ok kinda reminds me of cafeteria style tables and chairs. Overall this is a great lunch spot.“

“My first complain

Only with the Falsa advertisement of romantic music this Sunday at 7:30 my reservation was for 645 dinner for live music at 7:30 which one person showed up with the equipment. It was 9:30 PM and still waiting for the music to start on a Sunday night. Finally got up to leave but went up to the musician and told him that it’s was a lack of respect that, even though they were not many people there they still advertised that they were going to play while they were sitting around on the lounge area, not respecting that there were a few people there waiting for them to play as they were told that was starting at 7:30 Very disrespectful from their part so don’t go on Sunday When they say they have live music at 7:30, which is not gonna happen if it’s not a full place, so Forget a romantic evening on a Sunfay evening with this band oh they also said the singer has not arrived it was 9:45 when we left and they close at 11pm
Shame on them 😡

Don’t go on Sunday don’t wast your time if it’s for this band 😡 romantic yea right 🤬“

“I'm from FL staying in Brooklyn and happened upon Sophie's Cuban. Their food is so authentic and fresh. I had the cuban sandwich and fried sweet plantains. The price is reasonable and the ambience is wonderful! Definitely will be back :)“

“Music is always good as well as food and drinks and staff love to go there for happy hour on fridays.“

“This is a local Chinese/Peruvian food restaurant that gives new meaning to Chinese food! This fusion of flavors is amazing! I’ve had the steak with tostones, their chicharrón de pollo & many other delectable dishes. They also have a nice bar & make excellent Pisco sours which I can’t find in too many places! I live in Rockland County & the hubby & I take the trip about monthly just to eat here! Nothing fancy about the restaurant but definitely good eats! Highly recommend! The hubby &!I will definitely be back! 😋😋😋“

“God tier spot crammed into a teeny lil place - Cheapest bfast in east village, amazing burrito (excited to try tacos+torta), just had $6.00 bacon egg cheese + coffee combo 🥓 so so good … spicy green sauce is fantastic. The steak sandwich is amazing. Only outdoor seating but who cares, it’s cheap and that’s why“

“love the atmosphere food delicious 😋 service is superb 👌 👍“

“Awesome!!! Great food!!!!“

“Steaks were 5 ⭐️!!! Definitely going back!“

“Delicious Peruvian and Chinese food. The service is very attentive.“

“Casella Bagel is a great spot for breakfast! There’s a wide variety of options, and everything I tried was fresh and tasty.

The prices are very reasonable, especially considering the quality of the food.

The place has a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, perfect for starting the day on a good note.

Highly recommended if you’re looking for a solid, satisfying breakfast without breaking the bank!“