[AZ SLIM]

I'm looking for recommendations for a restaurant that serves a good Cuban sandwich in the Wildwood/Leesburg area. Maybe father away if it is worth it.

I know there is a LOT of debate about the origin of the Cubano, and recently read that some people say that there is a "Tampa" version that adds Salami and a "Miami" version that does not.
I have had them with salami and without. I like the little kick from salami, but I like both.
I come from the far western states where the Cuban sandwich started making inroads in some restaurants. No salami there.

[Ropnrose]

Originally Posted by AZ SLIM

I'm looking for recommendations for a restaurant that serves a good Cuban sandwich in the Wildwood/Leesburg area. Maybe father away if it is worth it.

I know there is a LOT of debate about the origin of the Cubano, and recently read that some people say that there is a "Tampa" version that adds Salami and a "Miami" version that does not.
I have had them with salami and without. I like the little kick from salami, but I like both.
I come from the far western states where the Cuban sandwich started making inroads in some restaurants. No salami there.

I go to Villa Pinar for Cuban food. I've had their Cuban sandwich and it is very good. When you walk into the place there's a hot table (think cafeteria) where you can see the selections of food. There's always a good crowd at lunch time. It's north on 441, on the east side of the road. Not too far north of Spruce Creek CC.

[Pondboy]

Havana Country Club serves a Cuban….your call on whether it’s good. There is also Bori Burger in Leesburg.

[shut the front door]

If you find yourself in Mt. Dora, there are 2 Cuban restaurants that are pretty good.

[asianthree]

Originally Posted by Pondboy

Havana Country Club serves a Cuban….your call on whether it’s good. There is also Bori Burger in Leesburg.

Havanas Cuban has salami on it, so Tampa style

[BuddaDude]

To get a huge selection of Cuban Sandwiches to try go to the 14th Annual Intl. Ford Cuban Sandwich Festival;
​Sunday, March 30th, 2025, Noon - 6 pm @Historic Ybor City. BACK AT CENTENNIAL PARK in HISTORIC YBOR CITY!

I went last year… great music, food, and cigars!

[Pairadocs]

Originally Posted by AZ SLIM

I'm looking for recommendations for a restaurant that serves a good Cuban sandwich in the Wildwood/Leesburg area. Maybe father away if it is worth it.

I know there is a LOT of debate about the origin of the Cubano, and recently read that some people say that there is a "Tampa" version that adds Salami and a "Miami" version that does not.
I have had them with salami and without. I like the little kick from salami, but I like both.
I come from the far western states where the Cuban sandwich started making inroads in some restaurants. No salami there.

Chicken Time restaurant in Belleview on Rt. 441 (on the right when going toward Ocala, it's easy to miss but there is a sign) is a legend in this area, in business many many years and known for their small but clean neat restaurant and authentic Cuban and Puerto Rican food. If you just want a quick takeout, believe it or not, Publix deli does make a passable authentic Cuban with ham and sliced pork, and they do use a press. I'm sure you could ask for any non traditional add-ons too, like salami !

[kkingston57]

Originally Posted by shut the front door

If you find yourself in Mt. Dora, there are 2 Cuban restaurants that are pretty good.

Agree 100%

[kkingston57]

Hard to find a Cuban Sandwich in TV and finding a good one is even worse. Most sandwich shops do not have the press needed for a good Cuban

[Ecuadog]

I enjoy the Cuban sandwiches at the Cafe Havana in Ocala. They're only open Mon-Fri, for breakfast and lunch.

Cafe Havana
923 N Magnolia Ave
Ocala, FL 34475

[rustyp]

Originally Posted by asianthree

Havanas Cuban has salami on it, so Tampa style

I make my own concoction. I substitute capicola for the ham. I add a touch of Bee Sting (a pineapple guava hot sauce).

[bjswist]

Bori Burger in Leesburg. Absolute best[/QUOTE]

[RickyLee]

Originally Posted by Ropnrose

I go to Villa Pinar for Cuban food. I've had their Cuban sandwich and it is very good. When you walk into the place there's a hot table (think cafeteria) where you can see the selections of food. There's always a good crowd at lunch time. It's north on 441, on the east side of the road. Not too far north of Spruce Creek CC.

I will second Villa pinar, I am far from Cuban! But I really enjoy the food and I told my Cuban buddy about it, he comes in every week to our workplace, after he stopped one time he thanked me for telling him about it and stops quite often now. I will definitely keep going back although I don't know the difference probably between good and bad Cuban food! Give it a shot I think you'll like it

[ThirdOfFive]

Another upvote for Villa Pinar. Great place (and huge portions). Never had a sandwich there but the rest of what they offer is great.

[phojo]

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