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Cuban Kitchen in San Mateo

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Cuban Kitchen, your go-to Caterer and Cuban restaurant in San Mateo, CA, offers an authentic culinary experience that will transport you to the heart of Cuba. Located at 3799 S El Camino Real, our restaurant is a must-visit destination for anyone craving delicious Mexican and Cuban cuisine. Our menu boasts a wide range of traditional dishes, from tender Cuban sandwiches to flavorful Mexican tacos, all made with love and care using only the freshest ingredients. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty meal or a quick bite, our friendly staff will ensure you feel at home. As a reputable Caterer, we also offer customized catering services for events of all sizes. Let us bring the taste of Cuba and Mexico to your next gathering or celebration. At Cuban Kitchen, we're passionate about serving our community with exceptional food and outstanding service. Come visit us today and experience the vibrant spirit of Cuba and Mexico in the heart of San Mateo!

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JessicaAnn Orr -Google user

a month ago

This was a great place! We loved it very much. We are from out of the area and enjoyed this cozy little café. It is so clean and the restrooms are beautiful. The inside is welcoming and the staff is simply amazing. I...Read More

$10–20Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talkSomewhat recommendPlenty of parkingFree parking lot, Free street parking

Oneill Mclean -Google user

3 months ago

Cuban Kitchen in San Mateo hits the spot with their classic Cuban sandwich. The non alcoholic mojito lemonade is delicious and a great refresher on a hot day for sure. The vibe is laid-back and welcoming, would recommend stopping by after shopping at the...Read More

Dine in$20–30Atmosphere: 4Reservations not requiredModerate noise

Farshad P -Google user

2 months ago

There aren’t too many Cuban places in the Bay Area and I gotta say Cuban Kitchen is worth the trip to San Mateo alone. This is authentic, home cooked delicious Cuban food. It feels like you’re eating inside of their home. I don’t I why some...Read More

Atmosphere: 5

Paola Delfin -Google user

3 months ago

I love this place, the food is so good I recommend (mojito chicken) pollito mojito and sandwich Cuban and remember my childhood in Mexico (Veracruz) with ropa vieja is so good the bread flavor and texture is amazing and cortadito to cold or...Read More

Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5No waitHave gluten free breadPlenty of parkingPerfect kid-friendly

One Of Us -Google user

a year ago

Flavorful Cuban favorites in an inviting setting. The menu is focused on a handful of protein dishes, served in different options (sandwich, bowl, burrito, plate), some readily made, some slow cooked (offering deep homemade flavours). Add a selection of sides, appetizers and desserts to make an...Read More

Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5

Elvia Y. Diep -Google user

3 months ago

As a first-time guest, Food,service and cleanliness were superb. Definitely coming back.

Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5No waitPlenty of parkingFree parking lot

Say Prayer -Google user

a year ago

I discovered this awesome place today, I'm visiting from Chicago. The food was plentious, and delicious. I had the salmon, my husband had Chicken, rice n beans. The sauces were bomb, can't wait till they are available for purchase. I met the owners Lynna and...Read More

Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5

Chelle T -Google user

a year ago

Finally a nice opportunity to try Cuban. We ordered bistec platter with congri and broccoli and mushroom, philly bistec sandwich, tostones, veggie empananda iced cortadito, sake mojito and flan. They served chips with their fun salsas, nice to discover other flavors. Then the appetizers came,...Read More

Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Tostones, Chips

wolfjm11 -Google user

3 months ago

I loved the food here. Had a really great Cuban coffee, took me back to how I felt in Havana sipping away. The Tostonas were amazing. I could drop in there just to get a dozen of those. Wait until you...Read More

Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5No waitPlenty of parkingFree parking lot, Free street parkingIt's kid friendlyIt has wheelchair access

GandA K (G-n-A) -Google user

a year ago

A Family Favorite Eating Spot - today we ordered the Cuban Bisteca Sandwich w/ Avocado Slices, and the Salmon with the ChaChaChuri sauce (Delicious!). Add their Crispy French Fries with a variety of sauces; all washed down with Mint-Mojito Limeade and Ramón Palmer.

Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Tostones, SteakHighly recommendLarge vegetarian selectionPlenty of parkingFree parking lot, Free street parking

Abdul Rehman -Google user

4 months ago

Definitely recommend this place for a quick bite or a full meal! Their sandwiches are great as well as their full plates with two sides! Everything is fresh and from order to picking up is usually less than ten minutes. Great service! Fair prices and...Read More

Take outLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Plenty of parkingFree parking lot

David Hernandez -Google user

a year ago

This place was amazing! It’s small diner style just of the main road. It’s definitely a hidden gem. The staff was great. They explained the menu and some history of the restaurant. Very helpful in making selection and recommendations. We ordered a...Read More

Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5The Best Cubano S'Wich, Tostones

Xie Si -Google user

3 months ago

First time here. Food is amazing. Since we are the first timer, they gave us a small sample plate. Even my picky eater mother likes the food. The ambiance is also good, seems we were the only non-Spanish speakers here, this reflects their authenticity. Price...Read More

Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5No wait

Melissa Hill -Google user

a month ago

So delicious and affordable! We got two fiesta bowls, one with the pollito mojito and another with the vaca frito. Just the rice and beans were delicious and fragrant, so with the toppings, meat, and sauces, it was amazing. Very nutritious and almost everything is...Read More

Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 51 person, 2 people, 3-4 peopleHighly recommendClearly labeled vegetarian dishesGluten free optionsPlenty of parkingFree parking lot, Free street parking

Amanda Morales -Google user

5 months ago

My family and I absolutely adore this place. The service is great and the food is excellent. The Ropa Vieja platter is our personal favorite as it's jam-packed with flavor and all the sauces they provide when you dine-in complement the meal so well too!...Read More

Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Plenty of parkingFree parking lot

J B -Google user

5 months ago

My partner and I drive 30 mins from SF just to eat at Cuban Kitchen. The Best Cubano is the best Cubano sandwich in the Bay. The yucca fries are nice and crispy. The pork (lechon) is delicious. And the staff is always attentive. If...Read More

Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Cubano SandwichPlenty of parkingFree parking lot

Michael Dawid -Google user

4 months ago

Got the pork lechon plate, it was delicious, also tried the bistec, and the 48 hr marinated chick my friends got. Delicious!!!

Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5No wait

Mina -Google user

2 weeks ago

I had an amazing experience at Cuban Kitchen! The food was absolutely delicious — flavorful, fresh, and authentic. I especially loved the Cuban Sandwich. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere was cozy and inviting. Definitely one of the best Cuban meals I’ve...Read More

Atmosphere: 4

Alex Bray -Google user

5 months ago

This is a family ran restaurant that truly cares about the overall diners experience. We came with 2 hungry babies and immediately brought food for them out while the other adults had a chance to review the menu and ask questions. Everything here tasted...Read More

$20–30Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talk3-4 peopleNo wait

Joseph Friesen -Google user

3 weeks ago

This food is DELICIOUS! Which is not easy to come across in Belmont. Pork and chicken are both great and the fried plantain is done perfectly. Love all the sauce options too.

$10–20Atmosphere: 4

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Identifies as Latino-owned

Identifies as women-owned

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LGBTQ+ friendly

Identifies as women-owned

Identifies as Latino-owned

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