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9 Florida Restaurants Make List Of Best Cuban Sandwich Spots In America

Author Marija
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The Cuban sandwich is very popular, especially here in the Sunshine State, and 9 Florida restaurants made a list of the best Cuban sandwich spots in America.

One of my favorite sandwiches is, and has always been, a Cuban. Between the crispy bread and the layers of ham, pork, pickles and mustard there’s just something about the combination that is so delicious. While the sandwich did originate in Cuba, thus the name, it didn’t take long for the sandwich to gain popularity here in America. In fact, it was in the late 1800’s/early 1900’s that it became a staple in Florida as Cuban immigrants began coming to live and work in Ybor City.

I really have never had a Cuban sandwich I haven’t enjoyed, but I do have a few favorites. At the top of my list would be the Cuban at the Columbia Restaurant. A half Cuban and a 1905 salad makes for the most perfect meal. There are a few locations and every one of them I’ve been to has been wonderful. Other favorites for a Cuban include Cha-Cha Coconuts in Sarasota and also the Mambo Food Truck in Fort Myers. Now, that there’s a list of the best in America with so many locations in Florida, I have some new places to try.

9 Florida Restaurants Made List Of Best Cuban Sandwich Spots In America

Tasting Table just put out their list of the 21 Best Cuban Sandwich Spots in America and 9 places in Florida made the list. For their list, they say it’s based on “a combination of my own personal experience, careful perusal of professional sandwich shop and restaurant reviews, and guidance from the almighty Google reviews.”

If you’re looking for the best of the best, there are plenty of places here in Florida to try:

  • Sanguich- Miami
  • La Segunda Central Bakery- Tampa
  • Café La Trova- Miami
  • Columbia Restaurant- Tampa
  • 5 Brothers- Key West
  • Doce Provisions- Miami
  • West Tampa Sandwich Shop- Tampa
  • Bodega on Central- St. Petersburg
  • Cuban Coffee Queen- Key West

For the full list, click here

Marija is a morning show host on WXKB/B1039, midday host on WRXK/96KRock and night show host on WPBB/98.7 The Shark. She loves to write about food, travel, and things to do around the state of Florida.

6 Popular Fast Food Joints Southwest Florida Is Missing Out On

  • Raising Cane's

    I think this one goes without saying.  Raising Cane’s has gained so much popularity from social media recently, and with huge collaborations, like Post Malone and Barstool Sports.  According to The Raising Cane’s website, their concept is simple and unique.  They say they only have ONE LOVE – quality chicken finger meals!

    Raising Cane’s is inching closer to Fort Myers.  They’ve got 16 locations in Florida, the closest to us is in Clearwater, FL.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/C66mm-rOeKZ/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

  • Whataburger

    OK!  I have been to Whataburger and it is delicious.  Think drive-thru really late at night when you need something greasy in your belly.  There are 45 locations in Florida, but the closest to us in SWFL is all the way in St. Augustine.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/C69kwTIuSZM/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

  • Bojangles

    Another chicken joint.  I’ve stopped at a Bojangles many, many times for breakfast in North Carolina and the country ham biscuit is my go to!!!  Another must try, the Bo-Berry.

    Right now, they’ve got one Florida location located in Clermont, about three hours north of us in SWFL.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/C50yor0rOow/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

     

  • Jack In The Box

    I think I went to a Jack In The Box while on vacation in Hawaii like 20 years ago and I don’t recall it knockin’ my socks off.  But, I do see Jack In The Box getting some love on TikTok, so we might be missing out.  They stay open late with a typical fast food menu of burgers, chicken sandwiches, CURLY FRIES, chicken fingers and shakes.

    Like In-N-Out, no Jack In The Box locations in Florida or even close by.  The closest store is in California…whomp, whomp.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/C6rUIEpPEUr/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

     

  • Del Taco

    Another fast food place I haven’t tried, but I can bet I would love.  What’s not to love?  It’s Mexican fast food, what could go wrong.  As all of the other places I’ve mentioned, I learned about Del Taco on TikTok, from one of my favorite influencers, SnackQween.

    From what I can tell, it’s a lot like Taco Bell.  They’ve got 2 for $3 Mix-N-Match deals and are open late.

    There are several Del Taco locations in Florida and the closest isn’t that far from SWFL, it’s in Bradenton.  There are two locations there, one on 14th Street W and the second on Manatee Ave.  That’s a doable drive for sure, especially a great option as you make your way to Tampa or Orlando for summer road trips.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/C6cB8lQvqwQ/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

     

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