Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.8 out of 5
Very good | 1167 reviews

What Viviana Kfir doesn't like about Tropicana Cuban:
I grew up in Miami and know and love Cuban food. This is not true Cuban food. The food is good but in no way has the Cuban seasoning. There is no taste of mojito nor of sour orange which are typical of the Cuban gastronomy. There is no taste of sweet bread and black beans. The food is palatable and a mix of Mexican with Cuban, But mostly Mexican. The food still good but we were hoping it was Cuban. View all feedback. What User likes about Tropicana Cuban:
as cubana this is authentic as it comes. I visited the other Cuban restaurants in austin and they were not very good. not authentic. this place brought me back to my roots and I could taste for home. the chef is a Cuban cook and you can say it. if you want real Cuban cuisine, that's the place. View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

Restaurantji
4.3 ★ from 205 reviews
Eina
17.08.2023 - 10:34

Came across this hole-in-the-wall restaurant one night when I was craving Cuban food and it hit the spot! I always try the Cubano whenever I see it on the menu....

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Neil
17.08.2023 - 10:34

I've eaten at this place a good amount and they never disappoint.I ordered El Cubanito Burger,papa Rellena,Carne Con Papa, EmpanadasThe burger was massive and p...

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Tiffanie
17.08.2023 - 10:34

This is the only place ever that I have found that serves Costa Rican cuisine. Although it is a Cuban restaurant, they have arroz con pollo a la tica which was...

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Monika
17.08.2023 - 10:34

Wow! Very very impressed with the flavorful food and the incredible service! Can't say enough good things. Amarilis took such good care of us and made great sug...

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Tyler
17.08.2023 - 10:34

Food was delicious, the portions however where a lot smaller than expected. The only waiter spoke almost no English(which is sad when it is your first time here...

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Menu
4.8 ★ from 8 reviews

Food was excellent, service was good then declined... owner or manager had to reprimand his servers then they started attending their customers (like little kid...

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Excellent food, Clean area, clean the parking lot. Super clean restroom. The servers are very helpful and happy. The Colombian waiter guided us in the different...

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As cubana this is authentic as it comes. I visited the other Cuban restaurants in austin and they were not very good. not authentic. this place brought me back...

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After 20 years in florida pulled out. needed a Cuban food, many places here that call the restaurant Cuban. If you're here, it's mexican. Not that mexican is ba...

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Favourite place for Cuban food in austin. I was looking for a place with Cuban food like my hometown miami. I?ve tried cuba512 (not big,) habana (it's okay,) an...

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Google
4.2 ★ from 977 reviews
Deborah
25.03.2024 - 09:23

Wonderful experience for myself and my Cuban husband. Flavorful and plentiful plates of authentic Cuban food. We've tried a few Cuban restaurants in town and th...

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Joy
25.03.2024 - 09:23

I gave this place a higher rating on yelp, but since being overcharged, which I didn't expect after such a nice meal. It appears they're charging gringos more,...

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Erika
25.03.2024 - 09:23

My mother is Cuban and approves this place! If you’re looking for a great quality dining experience, Tropicana is it! Delicious, well cooked food and everything...

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Andrea
25.03.2024 - 09:23

I want to say that this place is truly a gem. The entire staff—from the waiters to the cooks and bakers—always greets us with a smile. We visit the restaurant o...

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D
25.03.2024 - 09:23

Their fried chicken is the best in the entire city.

Sirved
4.1 ★ from 471 reviews
Bad
05.05.2024 - 06:51

Moved to Austin after living in Florida for twenty years. Needed some Cuban food, lots of places around here calling the restaurant Cuban. When you get there, i...

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Natalie
05.05.2024 - 06:51

Favorite place for Cuban food in Austin. I?ve been looking for a place here with Cuban food like my hometown Miami. I?ve tried Cuba512 (not great), Habana (it?s...

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Debbie
05.05.2024 - 06:51

As a Cuban, I can confidently say this restaurant offers true authenticity. I've tried other Cuban eateries in Austin, but they didn't compare and lacked that g...

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Alex
05.05.2024 - 06:51

Their Medianoche (Cuban sandwich) is incredible, and the customer service is top-notch! I’m giving it 4 stars, though, because they don’t allow concealed carry,...

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Sherrl
05.05.2024 - 06:51

The restaurant is ADA wheelchair accessible and features beautiful chairs and a great bar. They have a bakery filled with fresh pastries, and the Cuban food is...

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Gastroranking-us
3.2 ★ from 491 reviews

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