
Cafe Cuba Caribbean Food Bristol
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About Cafe Cuba Caribbean Food Bristol
Cuban cooking anchors the menu at Cafe Cuba Caribbean Food Bristol, a Cuban restaurant on Stokes Croft. Ropa vieja comes as a recurring order, served with rice, and fried plantain, tostones and cassava fries turn up alongside the mains. Mojitos run through the drinks side, and rum shots arrive with or after the meal, so a visit tends to finish at the table rather than end with the plates. The kitchen also lists calamares fritos, tamal de maiz and flan de tres leche. Tables outside give the option of eating in the open air, while a step-free entrance keeps the room reachable for visitors with mobility needs. Reservations are recommended. The restaurant serves Tuesday through Sunday and closes on Mondays, with music playing in the room during service.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid street parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
Menu & Prices
42 dishes- Calamar
- Sandwich De Calamares
- Sandwich De Pollo/Carne/Cerdo
- Pulled Beef
- Steak
- Ropa Vieja
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention ropa vieja, mojitos, free rum shots and fried plantain and tostones.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention ropa vieja, mojitos, free rum shots and fried plantain and tostones.
Customer Review Summary
Mojitos draw the most repeated praise, described as excellent, unreal and not too sweet, and a couple of reviewers expressly tell others not to miss them. Close behind is the ropa vieja, singled out by several, one noting rice that arrived fluffy and tasty. Beyond that, diners name fried tostones with garlic, cassava fries, plantain, a Sandwich del Pollo called the tastiest chicken sandwich one had eaten, tender Calamares Fritos, a Tamal de Maiz starter and a Flan de Tres Leche dessert, with a caipirinha and the Cafe Cubano also getting a mention. Several remark that the frontage looks like a greasy spoon and that the room is not a dressy place, then add that the cooking, which they describe as fresh and made from scratch, is nothing like the exterior suggests. Service is repeatedly called friendly, one group was seated and fed just before closing, and more than one describes rounds of rum shots arriving free at the end of the meal.
Customer Review Summary
Mojitos draw the most repeated praise, described as excellent, unreal and not too sweet, and a couple of reviewers expressly tell others not to miss them. Close behind is the ropa vieja, singled out by several, one noting rice that arrived fluffy and tasty. Beyond that, diners name fried tostones with garlic, cassava fries, plantain, a Sandwich del Pollo called the tastiest chicken sandwich one had eaten, tender Calamares Fritos, a Tamal de Maiz starter and a Flan de Tres Leche dessert, with a caipirinha and the Cafe Cubano also getting a mention. Several remark that the frontage looks like a greasy spoon and that the room is not a dressy place, then add that the cooking, which they describe as fresh and made from scratch, is nothing like the exterior suggests. Service is repeatedly called friendly, one group was seated and fed just before closing, and more than one describes rounds of rum shots arriving free at the end of the meal.
Featured reviews
- Susie
“Absolutely incredible. The flavours are to die for. Service is great and really friendly. First time here, not our last. 👌 Mind cash only.”
- Matt Earp
“Delicious food and UNREAL mojitos - all served with gusto and pride! You really cant go wrong here - get down”
- Zoe Affleck
“My partner and I have come here to eat twice and have not stopped talking about it since. It is hands down the BEST food in Bristol. I want to eat there every day”
- Raquel González Eizmendiz
“Great spot for Cuban food! Super authentic and delicious. The ropa vieja is a must, and don’t miss the mojitos!”
- Cristina “Crispi” Pimienta
“If I were to ever live in Bristol, finding Cafe Cuba was the best find in the Bristol! It felt like a home away from home. David the owner greeted us and we immediately connected and spoke Spanish. We ordered ropa vieja which was SO DELICIOUS!!!! Also ordered the fried tostones with garlic and mannn we were on the moon! OH and let’s not forget the MOJITO he gifted us AND these spiced rum shots for us to know what a real mojitos should taste like. I was blown away because Miami could neverrr!”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Paid street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Show more amenities
- Vegan options
- Bar on site
- Casual
- On-site services
- Beer
- Coffee
- Offerings· 9
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Spirits
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Dining options· 6
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Atmosphere· 1
- Trendy
- Highlights· 2
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Facilities· 1
- Toilet
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
Location
Restaurants near Cafe Cuba Caribbean Food Bristol
- Sam’s Master Grill4.77400.4 mi
persian cuisine, perfectly cooked rice, fresh bread
- The Scrandit4.81250.5 miReservations
modern greek pop-up, octopus with grape glaze, rotating food pop-ups
- Cafe Atlas4.8950.6 miOutdoor seatingVegan optionsVegetarian options
moroccan mint tea, moroccan chicken with couscous, lamb meatballs with rice
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Cuba Caribbean Food BristolOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.9491 | — | ropa vieja, mojitos, free rum shots |
| Sam’s Master Grill | 4.7740 | 0.4 mi | persian cuisine, perfectly cooked rice, fresh bread |
| The ScranditReservations | 4.8125 | 0.5 mi | modern greek pop-up, octopus with grape glaze, rotating food pop-ups |
| Cafe AtlasOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.895 | 0.6 mi | moroccan mint tea, moroccan chicken with couscous, lamb meatballs with rice |
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