"Amazing and delicious Cuban sandwich, love it come with black bean and rice! Coffee is great and taste very good . Also the beef empanada is very delicious. They also have outdoor seating if you enjoy food outdoor. Try it when you are in the area , you will like it."
"Stopped by on a Friday night and wasn't very busy. There's a few parking spots right beside the restaurant so I was lucky to find a spot. I got the cuban frita burger (only available Friday-Sunday) and a tres leches for dessert. The burger was tasty and very flavorful though not super filling. Probably should have ordered the fried egg on top. The tres leches was quite small but absolutely delicious though. Quite a bit of seating inside and staff are attentive and helpful! Overall a nice place to grab a quick bite."
Ham, pork, Swiss cheese, mustard, pickles and pineapple slices.
$9.90
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Shredded beef Cuban style. Served with your choice of 2 sides.
$19.99
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Marinated skirt steak, charbroiled & topped with house chimichurri.
$27.00
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Roasted pork, grilled onions, lettuce, and tomatoes.
$10.49
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Pemil, bistec, jamon queso suizo, mayonesa, mentequilla. Bread Choice: Cuban, Sweet
$7.50
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"Just in case you're looking for fresh and great quality empanadas, you have found it. I stopped by for a quick bite and enjoyed the friendliness of the staff. It was during their rush hour, and it was such a great experience. I even went ahead and grabbed a guava pastry just to give them a try. I will say that after trying the chicken empanada, I was amazed by how much flavor was within. I started to dance with each bite of it, the one I had. It was a nice crunch and hearty bite. The guava pastry was warm and flaky as it should be. Each bite had nice flakes of pastry all over my clothing. Lol If anyone knows the secret of eating them without the flake mess, let me know. Definitely would recommend this establishment."
"I ordered from here and got some empanadas & Brenda's specialty sandwich. The sandwich was really delicious, with the addition of sweet plantains pairing well with the steak in the sandwich. I think I would have enjoyed it even more if it came with a sauce. The beef empanada's filling was delicious but the outside was a bit greasy for me."
"The Benny Cubano was so good that I came back after having it a year ago. I got the media noche which has sweeter bread and it was just as good. Enjoyed the cafe con leche as well!"
"Coffee was mediocre. I guess I expected better pasties but was not the case. Cafe co leche lacked richness and flavor."
"Solo dining waiting for car repair....great food (breakfast sandwich..delicious quesito) friendly servers and nice ambiance with a little live music on a Sunday. NICE!!"
"The food was just okay. My favorite was the red bean soup. The Patel's I sent it back to the kitchen. It was not to my liking. Perhaps someone else will find them delicious. I also ordered the ox tails to go. They were delicious. I tried the chicken also which was tasty. My piña colada was delicious as well."
"Had some time to pass in such a historic site to experience, and was lunch time.Took the trust of my fellow Goggle peers suggestions, and gave Chicas a try. 1st thought, a bit confusing since it's a part of the Artisian Hotel. Once I figured out where the "Official" entrance to the restaurant was, upon entry, I was immediately greeted with a welcome ambiance of a Cuban feel & sense of love here. Nice, very nice I started with the Empanadas For 2, when actually, it was adequate for ONE, really. As you can see in the pictures & the video clips, it was very tasty, crisp outside, gooey filled centers with beef, and chicken in the other. I DESTROYED it, thank you!For lunch, I ordered 1/2 Cuban Sandwich, with Rice & Beans. Unfortunately, again, I savorly destroyed it, and completely forgot to captured the dish first. Ooops.....Intention was to end the lunch with the Cuban Flan, with a double shot of expresso, unfortunately, gonna have to save that as the starter for the next visit. And yes, there WILL be a next visit!! Thank you for such a delightful surprise experience, kudos to all"
"No matter where I am in the world, I just want a place like Cafe Pinar to be near me. But if Orlando is where I have to be to enjoy it, so be it. This is my kind of Cuban place: casual, delicious, affordable, and the kind of vibe I want in any neighborhood establishment.Located in the corner of a strip mall, Cafe Pinar is not the most obvious place for first-timers. There is plenty of parking and as I understand it is rarely busy during most days, save for the lunch hour. There's a good amount of seating for all sorts of groups and the takeout process is quite easy. I would highly recommend speaking Spanish if at all possible here and of course, come hungry.I had a number of items but there were a few that stood out. The ropa vieja is everything that it's been advertised to be, succulent and savory all throughout. The carne guisada is also quite nice with chunks of meat and potato, the pernil was wonderfully crispy and extremely abundant, thanks to a very packed box from my Chilean server, Lorena. I give big props to their maduros and the yuca was surprisingly very good. I would recommend any of their rice choices, especially the yellow rice and the mixed moros.It is without a doubt. I would come back here in a heartbeat. There is outdoor seating and so many amazing choices throughout their daily lunch line. Many of the patrons are also Cuban, which is always a good sign. They get a hard five stars."
"Excellent food, very allergy aware owner. Was very conscious of our peanut and shellfish allergy. Delicious and adequate servings for price point. An absolute great pickup on the way into the airport. Much cheaper than airport food. Has one bench for seating."
Amy H.
Mar 2, 2025
Cute spot. Ordered in advance, it was ready on time and was delicious. The green sauce that came with it was really flavorful. Tomatoes tasted really good, which is not always the case in many restaurants. Generous portion. Friendly staff too.
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Dj L.
Feb 2, 2025
Love Black Bean Deli! This has been a go to for cuban sandwich in Orlando for years. I really like to go and get their lunch special, which is $10 for a cuban and black beans and rice. Always super good and on point. I love to add the hot sauce to my sandwich. Also my favorite is their cafe con leche which will be sure to give you that afternoon pick me up!
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Scott W.
Jan 11, 2025
Although I've never dined inside the restaurant, we often receive empanadas and Quesitos from a vendor who brings them as a gift for using his services on various projects at our building. This vendor frequently orders take-out from this particular location several times a year, bringing us a variety of delicious treats.Typically, we receive 6-7 of each type of empanada: Chicken, Beef, and Queso Blanco Empanadas ($2.80 each), along with a box of Quesitos ($2.80 each). Our vendor always raves about the friendly service and the quality of the food.I'm a big fan of the empanadas, especially when paired with their Cubaioli sauce, though I've noticed I often experience indigestion and heartburn afterward. It could be the ingredients or the oil used for frying, so I've learned to limit myself to just one to avoid the aftereffects. That said, I've never had any issues with the Quesitos, which are absolutely delicious. The sweet drizzle, crispy sugary crust, and creamy center are irresistible!The pricing is similar to the Lake Mary location. While lunch and dinner platters can be on the pricier side, there are more affordable options such as bowls, sandwiches, soups, and breakfast items, ranging from $8 to $11, which are great for anyone looking to save a bit.However, during our most recent order, something went awry. The Quesitos arrived in a bit of a mess, with some broken open and stuck together due to being placed hot in the box. It was a bit frustrating to deal with once we received them. My suggestion would be to layer the Quesitos with parchment paper to keep them separated and avoid this issue during delivery.Despite the hiccup this time, I would still recommend Zaza's if you're in the area. While I'm no Cuban food expert, it's a solid choice if you're craving Cuban comfort food. If you haven't been yet, I highly recommend stopping by on your next visit to the area!
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Dj L.
Dec 9, 2024
I belive this was formerly named Cuban Sandwiches on the Run and is now just called Cubans on the run - in case anyone gets confused with some other cuban restaurants! I love coming here, we usually make this our work lunch spot at least once a month or twice a month. I really enjoy their hot bar, which yellow rice and black beans and the fresh mojo pork. I also like to get the cuban sandwich, which of course is a classic. Their bread is always so fresh and perfectly pressed. They have a house made hot sauce, which goes perfect on the sandwich and in the rice and beans! The service is quick and friendly. This place is a must stop for an easy, quick, and delicious lunch!
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Lenin V.
Sep 5, 2023
Great fresh tasting breakfast sandwich and the Cuban coffee was amazingWe will definitely be back
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Karen C.
Feb 14, 2025
I had a Cuban sandwich and my friend had a Vaca Frita. The food was amazing, the portions were generous and the service was great too. I'll be coming back when in Orlando!
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Phylicia K.
Dec 10, 2024
Huge portions, great price and authentic Cuban cuisine!You can dine in or do the food by the pound to go.The chicken is always so flavorful. Their black beans are made perfectly.But the real MVP is their palomilla steak! It's a thin skirt steak with onions and so perfectly made. I always have leftovers and they are just as good the next day!Save room for dessert their flan and tres leches are worth it too!
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Shikha M.
Feb 5, 2025
Phenomenal flavor, traditional Cuban food! the chicken fajitas were delicious and the plantains were out of this world. Shiloh was amazing and we will be coming back because of her wonderful service and kindness. (the beef fajitas and churros were also amazing)
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"First time here & we live within walking distance. We will definitely be back. Maybe some more advertising would help. We only discovered this because they are opening another restaurant "The Counter" & we saw the advertisement for that. The homemade chicken noodle soup was delicious. And the fried chicken wrap was very good. Next time I will hold the honey mustard & only have ranch. Very friendly staff and very attentive."
"The Best! Fast service and great food. Window style just like South Florida. Everything is good: Cafe Cubano, Media Noche, Croquetas, Quesitos - Everything is fresh and delicious - MUST TRY!"
"Great food good customer service no frills Cuban cafe!Usually get a cortado, egg and cheese on pan and quesitos and pasteles"
"This is our go to spot for Uber eats Spanish food. In terms of Uber, it arrives quickly, and the orders are always on point. But aside from that, the food here is really great! Nice big portions, always having some leftover, and overall a lot of great options as well. Everything is your pretty basic dish, which a lot of times when you have a craving, that's exactly what you want. Nothing fancy or over the top, but all delicious. And I could eat the empanadas every single night lol!!"
"I drove about 45 minutes to eat this food, so was really bummed that the food was so disappointing. My pollo Milanesa was poorly packaged in a too small styrofoam box, and was over cooked and fairly certain that the tomato sauce used was just ketchup. I'm be been wanting to try their place for years, but oh well, just another Cuban place putting out really low quality food."
"All entrees come with rice, beans, and plantains. The food was delicious and authenticly cuban. Had to add a touch of salt and hot suace for my taste but husband enjoyed just the was it was. Very flavorful, Very filling. Nice atmosphere with cuban music playing. Nice place to sit and relax after playing at the amusement park.Our server was very hospitable."
"Delicious food always! The Cubans are delicious as is the tops vieja (Tuesday and saturdays) daily special."
"Chicken cravings are real for a gal who cannot go a day without eating chicken. A friend recommended this family operated Mexican restaurant with the best chicken dish that came with white rice. House sauce and garlic sauce sets the bar. Heard the fried wings are pretty bomb too, so will order that next time. Therefore, a return will definitely be made to this family friendly owned restaurant."
"Great for what it is. Quick food and very nice people. The food is tasty. I had the ropa vieja and it was very good. The arroz con gandules were better than most."
"I finally had some food from Zaza that I did *not* get from the Orlando airport for a change. Hahahaha. My partner and I shared their Cuban sandwich (fantastic), their croquettes (authentic), and one of their rice bowls. Everything honestly was really, really good. I'm definitely going to be grabbing more quick meals here."
"Cute little bar restaurant in the lobby of the Gaylord Palms resort. On our visit the outer seating area was closed for a private party however there were a couple bar height tables inside but with one person in a wheelchair our only seating option was a tiny side table between 2 chairs but we made it work. The indoor bar area has 4 large screens playing different channels. The music threw me off. It was a mix of pop music and Christmas Carol's. I would have expected some fun salsa music playing in this Cuban themed salon. The service was immediate and friendly. The food was good. The black bean soup was phenomenal, the chicharrón was perfection and the ropa vieja was delicious. I will skip the wings the next time we eat here. They were really dry, almost burnt and lacked the tangy citrus mojo flavor I was hoping for. But I can't wait to come back for chicharrón and black bean soup."
"Being from the island I both adore, and miss good authentic Puerto Rican food. I was in town visiting my in-laws and my fiancé told me about the spot that he used to go to when he was younger to pick up some soft Puerto Rican bread. So we stopped by for breakfast to get the egg and cheese pressed sandwich along with a passion fruit smoothie and it was absolutely amazing. I suggest bringing a friend along that speak Spanish as the two employees we encountered were true to their brand and spoke exclusively Spanish"
"A few days ago I heard about this stand in the industrial area on Forsyth road between Colonial Drive and University. I went to check it out yesterday. El Cubanito food truck is owned and operated by a guy from Cuba, but surprisingly only being one guy he has a huge menu and many food options worth checking out. It's located in the dirt parking lot of an Wilson Auto Repair, look for the umbrella on the truck and the boat trailers all around the parking lot. Parking seems to be pretty random and no one seems to mind where you park in the lot. Often you have to stand up and eat at these food trucks but not here, he even has a tent covering the eating area. Luckily I got there when he wasn't busy and I was able to take a lot of photos and chat with him for a bit using a bit of my Spanglish and he his passable English, he's been open 6 months.One of my favorite things that people from PR and Cuba make is Lechon or Pernil which is roasted pork usually cooked with lots of garlic in a blood orange sauce. El Cubanito serves a Lechon Cuban sandwich and I almost ordered it but the Choripan sandwich($3.95) caught my eye. I asked him about it and he said it was real Cuban Chorizo which is different from the Mexican kind I'm used to, apparently it has a firmer texture and in this sandwich he had cut it up into curly strips and cooked it on his griddle. The sandwich itself was a little dry for my taste but you could easily alleviate that by putting some mustard on it or dipping it in his soup of the day. It came with my choice of cheese and potato sticks on it. To drink I had a super sweet can of Guava Nectar, he has other canned fruit drinks soda and water.Next I ordered some Platanos Maduros, the sweet fried plantains served at every Cuban restaurant. They were sweet and tender as expected. Although the menu described some desserts he was out of the Flan and the Cuban cupcake so this led me to explore the extensive menu a little more and ask him what Batitos were. Turns out they are the Cuban version of a milkshake or smoothie. They are made in a blender with a little milk and some frozen fruit. My options were Guava a few other tropical fruits but I ordered Passion Fruit(luckily I remembered the Spanish word for this, Parcha). It was real thick and tasty, while I was drinking it a couple groups of people showed up and ordered the Cuban Milkshakes as well.Overall a great experience and I hope to go back and explore the menu further especially the omelet sandwich which he has a picture of that looks amazing!He's open Mon-Sat 7am-7pm and also serves breakfast. Make sure you check out the pictures of the menu.2237 N Forsyth Rd Orlando, FL 32807-5351(305)305-7438"
"I just so happen came across this place what a hidden gem. with one sample of their curry chicken and I was hooked it's so good. I also received a free drink with my meal which was their one of a kind fruit tea it's so delicious I couldn't stop drinking it. The staff was very pleasant and helpful. I look forward to going back to try new dishes. They also cook to order seafood on Friday nights. Give this place a try you'll be happy you did."
"I'm Hispanic and I have family in Cuba every time I am there I always get a pizza so let me tell you this pizza taste just like the ones in Cuba I came with my mother and she loved it as well we got the Napolitana pizza and it wa so good. Tienes que probar la pizza en este lugar es riquísimo"
"I am from San Diego so I was expecting more from a Cuban restaurant in Florida. Maybe I gotta go to Miami. The congris was dry and the Sangria was missing the typical fruit I am use to. It only had pieces of pineapple."