? Visited The Guava Tree Cuban Cafe & Cantina in Historic Downtown McKinney - perfect for a stroll around after! ?♂️?? Ropa Vieja was a bit bland (3.9⭐), but the Lechon Asado packed a punch, despite needing a mojo sauce boost for the rice and beans (4.3⭐). ? The real star was the El Cubano sandwich, bursting with flavor and served with fresh plantain chips - a solid 5⭐! The cocktail menu is a bit limited, but loved the Margarita and the refill discount with the branded cup. ? Kid-friendly place with a vibe that's hard to beat. Will come back for the sandwiches alone! #CubanCuisine #DowntownMcKinney #FamilyFriendly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lechon Asado, Cubano and Plantain Chips, Ropa Vieja and Maduros
Jeff Smith
Que sabroso!!! We were in Mckinney for an art festival and stopped in for lunch. The was a limited menu available, but not the items we got were incredible! I had the ropa vieja sandwich with plantain chips, wife got the loaded yucca fries. Both were very tasty! The ropa was so tender and flavorful! Finished it off with a frozen mojito with the guava drizzle. So refreshing! Might have to make a special trip to try the full menu!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ropa Vieja and Maduros, Loaded Yucca Fries
Angela Royal
My best friend brought me here because she said they had the best pupusas and OMG she was not lying!! I fell in love. The food is amazing! The staff is so friendly and the set up is super cute!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sarah Wilson
Amazing Cubano sandwich! Since we were visiting and it was our first time, we got help on what to order. We did the loaded Yucca fries, Cubano, and a rice bowl. It was more food than we could eat but it was delicious!! I would definitely get the fries and Cubano - don’t miss it! My daughter loved the Cuban soft drink, too! Fun atmosphere and delicious food- I highly recommend it!
Tanner Delano
Amazing food! I’m so glad I don’t have to drive all the way to Carrollton for Cuban food! Also, they started selling Cuban coffee! My hope is the menu would be expanded eventually to include congri, relleno de papa, and Cuban bread for sale! I also hope they get on Uber eats or DoorDash soon! Overall, I can’t help but give them 5 stars!
Kasey S.
Great food! We love the Yuca fries. Food is always fresh and delicious! Must try place in McKinney
Kristin M.
The only place I've found a better Cuban sandwich is in Miami! WOW. Guava Tree's El Cubano is ridiculously good. The bread is not overwhelming, allowing the classic Cubano flavors of the sandwich to shine. The plantain chips were crispy, salty slices of perfection. The frozen mojito came with an optional guava swirl (do it) and the on-the-rocks mojito had its own unique flavor. Both were delish. Service was attentive and friendly. We sat at the bar top table by the window inside, but there is an excellent patio as well. Make sure you get there in time--they close at 8:00!
Precision Irrigation Systems
You HAVE to go to this amazing place. The food is like stepping into a Cuban bistro. Great drinks (frozen, too)!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cubano and Plantain Chips, Great Cuban Sandwich
Miguel Cintrón
Come for the Cortadito, stay for the croquetas!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
johanna guardado
Coffee was excellent. The Croquetas could be better, but I will definitely
We absolutely love this restaurant. If you're a fan of Cuban food just do it. The garlic chicken, Cubano and loaded yucca fries are killer. The cafecito has just enough crema to be rich, very sweet, and strong like it should be. The place is very small, but there is outdoor seating, too. The prices are affordable and the service is spectacular. If you're looking for fancy, this isn't it. If you're looking for great food and a small relaxed place, this is outstanding. Definitely one of our go-to restaurants in the area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jaimelyn Staraveci
Great food, great service & great atmosphere. I love the way food was simple but yet great quality. Coffee is also spectacular!! I'm happy I stepped away from the computer to grab a bite & enjoy this little piece of
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
James Huang
Great ropa vieja! Good vibes during Saturday brunch. Best Cuban food I've had in a while.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dennis M.
This is the best cuban food in the metroplex. Their cuban sandwiches are spot on and their cuban coffee is the best
Kim H.
We gave this place a try for lunch yesterday and so glad we did!! The ambiance, service and food were incredible! We had the Ropa Vieja sandwich and the slow roasted pork bowl. Both were delicious but the sandwich was over the top good! I would recommend this place and urge everyone to give them a try! You will be happy you did!
? Visited The Guava Tree Cuban Cafe & Cantina in Historic Downtown McKinney - perfect for a stroll around after! ?♂️?? Ropa Vieja was a bit bland (3.9⭐), but the Lechon Asado packed a punch, despite needing a mojo sauce boost for the rice and beans (4.3⭐). ? The real star was the El Cubano sandwich, bursting with flavor and served with fresh plantain chips - a solid 5⭐! The cocktail menu is a bit limited, but loved the Margarita and the refill discount with the branded cup. ? Kid-friendly place with a vibe that's hard to beat. Will come back for the sandwiches alone! #CubanCuisine #DowntownMcKinney #FamilyFriendly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lechon Asado, Cubano and Plantain Chips, Ropa Vieja and Maduros
Que sabroso!!! We were in Mckinney for an art festival and stopped in for lunch. The was a limited menu available, but not the items we got were incredible! I had the ropa vieja sandwich with plantain chips, wife got the loaded yucca fries. Both were very tasty! The ropa was so tender and flavorful! Finished it off with a frozen mojito with the guava drizzle. So refreshing! Might have to make a special trip to try the full menu!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ropa Vieja and Maduros, Loaded Yucca Fries
My best friend brought me here because she said they had the best pupusas and OMG she was not lying!! I fell in love. The food is amazing! The staff is so friendly and the set up is super cute!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing Cubano sandwich! Since we were visiting and it was our first time, we got help on what to order. We did the loaded Yucca fries, Cubano, and a rice bowl. It was more food than we could eat but it was delicious!! I would definitely get the fries and Cubano - don’t miss it! My daughter loved the Cuban soft drink, too! Fun atmosphere and delicious food- I highly recommend it!
Amazing food! I’m so glad I don’t have to drive all the way to Carrollton for Cuban food! Also, they started selling Cuban coffee! My hope is the menu would be expanded eventually to include congri, relleno de papa, and Cuban bread for sale! I also hope they get on Uber eats or DoorDash soon! Overall, I can’t help but give them 5 stars!
Great food! We love the Yuca fries. Food is always fresh and delicious! Must try place in McKinney
The only place I've found a better Cuban sandwich is in Miami! WOW. Guava Tree's El Cubano is ridiculously good. The bread is not overwhelming, allowing the classic Cubano flavors of the sandwich to shine. The plantain chips were crispy, salty slices of perfection. The frozen mojito came with an optional guava swirl (do it) and the on-the-rocks mojito had its own unique flavor. Both were delish. Service was attentive and friendly. We sat at the bar top table by the window inside, but there is an excellent patio as well. Make sure you get there in time--they close at 8:00!
You HAVE to go to this amazing place. The food is like stepping into a Cuban bistro. Great drinks (frozen, too)!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cubano and Plantain Chips, Great Cuban Sandwich
Come for the Cortadito, stay for the croquetas!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Coffee was excellent. The Croquetas could be better, but I will definitely
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
We absolutely love this restaurant. If you're a fan of Cuban food just do it. The garlic chicken, Cubano and loaded yucca fries are killer. The cafecito has just enough crema to be rich, very sweet, and strong like it should be. The place is very small, but there is outdoor seating, too. The prices are affordable and the service is spectacular. If you're looking for fancy, this isn't it. If you're looking for great food and a small relaxed place, this is outstanding. Definitely one of our go-to restaurants in the area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food, great service & great atmosphere. I love the way food was simple but yet great quality. Coffee is also spectacular!! I'm happy I stepped away from the computer to grab a bite & enjoy this little piece of
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great ropa vieja! Good vibes during Saturday brunch. Best Cuban food I've had in a while.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is the best cuban food in the metroplex. Their cuban sandwiches are spot on and their cuban coffee is the best
We gave this place a try for lunch yesterday and so glad we did!! The ambiance, service and food were incredible! We had the Ropa Vieja sandwich and the slow roasted pork bowl. Both were delicious but the sandwich was over the top good! I would recommend this place and urge everyone to give them a try! You will be happy you did!