Order the best Cuban near Davenport, FL

Best Cuban Restaurants Nearby in Davenport

Cottozkii's Frituras Boricua

Cottozkii's Frituras Boricua

Puerto Rican • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee • 4.2 mi • 45 min
Newly Added
"Best Puerto Rican fritters I’ve had so far! 🇵🇷🔥 Excellent service, everything is fresh, and the flavor is amazing. Every empanada is generously filled and absolutely delicious. I can’t wait to order again! Highly recommend! 💯❤️"
"Empanadilla de Pionono wow que rico todos quedaron ricooEmpanadillas de Pollo / Chicken Empanadas wowcon mayoketchup brutal todo frescoy lleno full no hay nada negatipo que decirEmpanadillas de Pizza / Pizza Empanadas pizza wowesa fue la primera que se fue que vicio boy a tener con ustedes"
Relleno de Papa con Carne / Beef Potato Ball
Bola de papa majada rellena de carne molida / Smash potato ball filled with ground beef
$3.51
Empanadillas de Carne / Beef empanadas
Empanadilla rellena de carne molida / Turnover filled of ground beef with cheese
$4.07
Empanadillas de Pollo / Chicken Empanadas
Empanadilla rellena de pollo desmurusado / Turnover filled of shredded chicken with cheese
$4.01
Empanadillas de Carne / Beef empanadas
Feature a crispy thin pastry shell stuffed with savory seasoned ground beef and typically fried until gold brown.
$3.88
Banda Burrito

Banda Burrito

4.4
(50+)
• Mexican • Breakfast
$0 delivery fee • 5.0 mi • 37 min
Nacho Abuela's Nachos
Freshly cooked tortilla chips, with Pepper Jack queso, cheddar cheese, seasoned nacho meat, pico de gallo and sour cream on the side to keep the chips crunchy. A snack that would make your abuela proud!
$7
El Güero
Bacon, scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese and hash browns all wrapped up in a warm flour tortilla with a side of salsa & Cholula hot sauce. The perfect companion to start the day or end a wild night.
$10.7
El Desvelado Combo
Shredded beef, fresh avocado, 5-pepper sauce, fire-roasted bell peppers & onions, red-skinned potatoes and cheddar cheese in a warm flour tortilla with a side of salsa. Buenas noches, indeed. Includes your choice of a drink and a side to round out the meal.
$17.32
El Chamuco
Chorizo, bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese and sliced jalapeños, all wrapped in a warm flour tortilla with a side of salsa. It’s almost a sin not to enjoy this heavenly creation.
$12.82
Starbucks

Starbucks

4.6
(1k+)
• Coffee • Cafe
$0 delivery fee • 16.9 mi • 53 min
Farther away
"Ordered Iced Lavender Cream Matcha ...absolutely delicious!! will continue ordering."
"Chai Latte and Iced Chai Latte were very delicious, full of wonderful flavor, always fresh and never disappointing. Would highly recommend and will continue ordering ."
Bacon, Gouda & Egg Sandwich
Our classic breakfast sandwich has 18g of protein with sizzling applewood-smoked bacon, Parmesan cage-free egg frittata and melted aged Gouda on an artisan roll.
$6.75
Bacon & Gruyère Egg Bites
These egg bites with 19g of protein, applewood-smoked bacon, aged Gruyère and Monterey Jack cheeses are folded into cage-free eggs and cooked using the French sous vide technique to create a velvety texture that’s full of flavor.
$7.15
Pumpkin Spice Latte
Our signature Espresso Roast and steamed milk with the celebrated flavor combination of pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg and clove. Enjoy it topped with whipped cream and real pumpkin-pie spices.
$8.26
Banana, Walnut & Pecan Loaf
Bananas, walnuts and pecans mixed into a moist, nutty, classic banana bread. - VEGETARIAN
$5.55
Denny's

Denny's

4.1
(3k+)
• Breakfast & Brunch • Family Meals
$0 delivery fee • 5.3 mi • 46 min
"The sandwich was really good first bite the buttey flavors the well cooked egg and the well tasted ham and I got full off first half"
"$15 for literally 5 Mozzarella Cheese Sticks with no marinara sauce!! The bread for the sandwich of the Super Bird® was so hard it hurt to bite into. This restaurant is definitely better in person and not via delivery. "
Build Your Own Grand Slam®
Contains egg, dairy, soybeans, wheat, & gluten; may contain tree nuts & sesame. Pick any four items and make it your own.
$15.58
All-American Slam®
Contains egg, dairy, soybeans, wheat, & gluten; may contain tree nuts & sesame. Nothing says home like three scrambled eggs with cheddar cheese, two Applewood-Smoked bacon strips, two all-pork sausage links, crispy hash browns, and white toast.
$17.55
French Toast Slam®
Don't miss this fan-favorite Slam with three slices of brioche French toast topped with powdered sugar. Served with two eggs* made your way, two Applewood-smoked bacon strips and two all-pork sausage links.
$16.41
Double Cheeseburger
Contains dairy, soybeans, wheat, gluten; may contain egg, fish, & sesame. Choice of American, Swiss or aged white cheddar cheese with lettuce, tomato, red onions and pickles on a brioche bun.
$16.52
La Garita Bakery

La Garita Bakery

4.1
(10+)
• Latin American • Bakery
$0 delivery fee
Jamón, Queso y Huevo
Tuna, mayo, lettuce, onions & tomatoes
$10.62
Empanadilla
Bistec, Swiss cheese, mayo, caramelized onions, lettuce & tomatoes
$5
Jugos Naturales
2 Pancakes, 2 eggs any style, choice of ham, bacon or sausage
$5.64
Malta
2 Eggs any Style & toasts
$3.95
La Criolla Cafe & Restaurant

La Criolla Cafe & Restaurant

4.5
(2k+)
• Burritos • Breakfast Burrito
$0 delivery fee
"Both the chicken Empanadas and the Empanadillas de Marisco / Seafood Empanada were juicy and flavorful. My order was still hot when it arrived!! I would definitely order again if I have a light night taste for empanadas. "
"I have ordered many times. The food has great taste, however the prices on the menu are insanely expensive. This assortment is definitely not worth $30 plus. The mini empanadas had nothing inside. I belive the cafeteria option is worth the money, however the prices in the menu are overpriced."
Empanadas
Pollo, jamón, carne, mayo ketchup, queso y papitas. / Chicken, ham, meat, mayo ketchup, cheese, and chips.
$4.55
Tripleta / Triplet Sandwich
Pernil al mojo, jamón, queso blanco, mayonesa, pepinillos y mostaza. / Ham with mojo sauce, ham, white cheese, mayonnaise, pickles, and mustard.
$12.25
Alcapurrias de Carne / Beef Alcapurrias
Chicken breast with your choice of fried plantain, sweet plantains, cassava fries, or French fries. Creole or garlic sauce available for an additional cost.
$4.98
Pernil /Roasted Pork
Papas fritas cubiertas de tu carne favorita con lechuga, tomate, mayo ketchup, queso y crema de ajo. / French fries covered with the meat of your choice, lettuce, tomatoes, mayo ketchup, and cheese.
$13.99
Egg City

Egg City

4.4
(1k+)
• American • Breakfast
$0 delivery fee
"I ordered the bacon, egg and cheese biscuit with hash browns. Yo, the biscuit at this place is hands down one of the best I've ever had. They use thick bacon with tons of flavor, and the egg was actually real, nothing rubber in texture about it. Although pricey, they have earned the ability to charge the prices. Fantastic, one of my favorite breakfast eateries in Central Florida!"
"Always phenomenal quality food and portions at affordable cost. Our favorite breakfast place delivers right to our door "
Bacon Egg & Cheese Sandwich
Bacon & egg with cheese. Add home fries or french fries 1.99.
$12.85
Two Eggs
Includes choice of home fries or grits and choice of homemade biscuit, toast or english muffin. Substitute fresh fruit for home fries or grits 1.99
$13.39
Big Breakfast Combo
Includes your choice of short stack, waffle, or french toast and 2 eggs any style with bacon, sausage links, or patties and grits or home fries. Top it or stuff it for 2.00.
$17.68
Biscuits & Gravy
THE BEST IN TOWN. We make our own. Add two eggs 2.99. Add choice of bacon, sausage links or pattie for 2.99 extra. Add ham steak or smoked sausage 3.49.
$10.62
Juancho’s Birrieria

Juancho’s Birrieria

4.7
(2k+)
• Mexican • Burritos
$0 delivery fee
"Quick service & delicious food! The Guanabana (soursop) Agua Fresca was perfect, not too sweet and refreshing! The Torta de Milanesa (8in) was my favorite! I'll definitely be ordering again. I placed my order mins after watching @carlosxnoel Tik Tok about how good the food was and wow! He did not exaggerate. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!"
"I ordered the Birria tacos, and they were absolutely delicious!!!! They were super flavorful, and fresh! The sauce in particular was amazing. Couldn't get enough of it! The portion sizes as well were very generous!"
Quesabirria Taco Combo
three quesabirrias tacos with mozzarella cheese, cilantro, onion, lime. A side of rice, a side beans, and one 8oz cup of consome.
$20.36
Quesabirria Taco
corn tortilla, beef birria, mozzarella cheese, cilantro, onion, lime, and choice red or green salsa. Price is for one taco.
$4.96
Birria Ramen
Beef birria, ramen, consome, cilantro, onion, mozzarella cheese, lime.
$14.87
Birria Taco
beef birria, corn tortilla, cilantro, onion, lime, and choice of green salsa or red salsa. Price is for one taco.
$3.48
El Calenton

El Calenton

4.8
(80+)
• Puerto Rican • Food Truck
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"Deverdad es una experiencia lo único deben de hacer las Tripletas un poco más grandes"
"tripleta sandwich 1000000/10!!!!!"
Tripleta
Premium sandwich with mayoketchup, ketchup, cheese, steak, chicken, ham, potato sticks, Swiss, lettuce, and tomato. Add French fries for an additional cost.
$16.87
El Calenton
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
$19.19
Alcapurria De Carne
Premium sandwich with steak, pastrami, Swiss, mayo, mayoketchup, potato sticks, lettuce, and tomato. Add French fries for an additional cost.
$7.15
Rico Rico Bakery

Rico Rico Bakery

4.6
(1k+)
• Sandwiches • Chicken
$0 delivery fee
"This is our favorite local bakery/restaurant! The portions are extremely generous, everything tastes amazing, they pack everything very well for delivery and the prices are unbeatable. This place is amazing and I cant recommend it enough. 💜"
"The breaded chicken is amazingly delicious and tasteful, it's actually bigger than what I expected considering the price and the rice is sooo good! The sweet bread is delicious and I love how it comes with 4 breads for the price."
Harina De Maíz 8oz
pastrami picado, queso suizo, mayonesa, ketchup, lechuga, tomate y cebolla pan de agua
$3.59
Sand. Jamón Y Queso
sand. tres carnes, pollo, jamón y biftec, queso suizo, mayonesa, moyoketchup, potatoes sticks, lechuga y tomate en pan sobao
$8.15
Avena 8oz
2 huevos, jamon, tostadas, escoge entre pancake o waffle acompañado de syrup de guava
$3.6
Sand. Pastrami
pernil asado, jamón, queso suizo, mayonesa y mostaza en pan de agua
$15.79
Flama Tropical Food Truck

Flama Tropical Food Truck

4.4
(100+)
• Latin American • Food Truck
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"Todo muy rico, exquisito. Excelentes precios!"
"Good price per portion. arrived hot. Today the beans were a little over the salt but edible. I would order again."
Guineo Alcapurrias de Carne / Meat Alcapurrias
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
$3.65
Sandwich Tripleta
Rice and beans with grilled steak, often accompanied by sautéed onions.
$9.61
Mofongo de Bistec / Steak Mofongo
Fried green plantains with choice of small or large size.
$12.85
Mofongo de Carne Frita / Fried Meat Mofongo
Cassava alcacapurria with grownd beef
$12.89
ASERE HOUSE

ASERE HOUSE

Cuban • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
Philly Cheesesteak
Shaved meat, onion, sweet pepper, provolone cheese and mayo.
$13.99
Croquettes (3)
Ham
$3.99
Cuban Pork Chop Plate
A classic Cuban-style pork chop, perfectly seasoned and pan-seared until tender and juicy. Served with traditional sides like Cuban congri, sweet or green plantains, and a fresh house salad. A delicious and authentic taste of Cuban home-cooking in every bite.
$12.99
Cuban Sandwiches
Roasted pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, mustard and mayonnaise.
$11.99
La Barrica Latin Grill 2

La Barrica Latin Grill 2

4.6
(20+)
• Latin American • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
Carne Frita / Fried Pork
Marinated chicken skewer with spices and tangy BBQ sauce.
$15.76
Chuletas / Pork Chops
Hot dog topped with melted cheese.
$16.59
Pechuga A La Plancha
Grilled longaniza skewer with traditional Latin American spices.
$18.01
After 25 Cuisine

After 25 Cuisine

4.7
(100+)
• Puerto Rican • Food Truck
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"PRican Chinese Fried Rice with chuletas and fried plantains... OMG Delicious ! "
"Consistently amazing food, everything I have ordered is great! They pack everything nicely for the delivery, give you condiments and everything needed. This is our favorite restaurant in the area. 🌷"
Plato Principal / Main Dishes
1 proteína y 2 complementos. / Choose 1 protein and 2 sides. Crea tu propio plato , escoges dos de nuestros ricos complementos.
$16.64
Mofongo
Acompañado de 1 proteína y ensalada. / Served with 1 protein and salad. Nuestro mofongo, se hace al momento con la textura y sabor que tanto buscas.
$19.32
Pastelillo de Carne Molida y Maduros / Ground Beef and Fried Sweet Plantains Pastelillo
Carne Molida, plátano maduro y queso. 100% home made y los más importante con carne desde el primer bocado hasta el último.
$4.71
Alcapurria
Crujiente por fuera y blandita por dentro, totalmente HOME MADE con la receta de abuela Juana, el que las prueba repite y repite.
$5.54
Rico Rico Bakery & Restaurant

Rico Rico Bakery & Restaurant

4.6
(20+)
• Puerto Rican • Dinner
$0 delivery fee
"A lot of food and Absolutely delicious!"
Sand. Tripleta
sand. tres carnes, pollo, jamón y biftec, queso suizo, mayonesa, moyoketchup, potatoes sticks, lechuga y tomate en pan sobao
$15.82
Sand. Cubano
pernil asado, jamón, queso suizo, mayonesa y mostaza en pan de agua
$15.67
Malta India
pastrami picado, queso suizo, mayonesa, ketchup, lechuga, tomate y cebolla pan de agua
$3.9
Sand. Pastrami
biftec, pastrami, queso suizo, mayonesa, cebolla, lechuga y tomate pan de agua
$15.88
Parada jibara

Parada jibara

4.8
(20+)
• American • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
Carne frita
Pastrami, Pork & Chicken
$21.09
Alcapurria guineo carne
Papas, yuca,platano maduro o tostones con topping de tripleta y aderezos
$6.71
Sorullitos
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
$5.4
Empanadilla de pizza
Pork, Virginia Ham, Pickle & Mustard
$5.4
La Garita Restaurant

La Garita Restaurant

4.6
(200+)
• Puerto Rican • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"diosssss tuve que ordenar otra vez uff que vicio la comida esta brutal Pechuga Salteada wowed arroz mamampostiao esta afuegooo fresco todo y te dan tanto que de un plato comemos dos la foto que pongo ya no aguante tuve que comer rápidoporq desde que llega el olor wow el arroz tiene mdurossss ya saben son boricua wepaaaaa"
"wow dios mio saves cuando la comida estarica cuando comes y bailas a la misma vez estoy bailado diosssss qe rico todo quedo brutal lasPechuga Salteada perfecto todo como me gusta, las Habichuelas wow que rico nada quedo soso todo tiene sabr boricuay el arrol mampostiao estoyyy bailando es música en mi bocaa ustenes son #1 y los precios muy bien todo fresco y ricooo"
Empanadilla
A golden, flaky crust envelops a savory filling seasoned with traditional spices, creating a harmonious blend of flavors in every bite.
$5.24
Carne Frita
Crispy fried pork chunks topped with savory sautéed onions, served with your choice of side and a refreshing salad.
$19.69
Churrasco
Juicy grilled skirt steak, topped with a zesty chimichurri sauce, served with your choice of side and a fresh garden salad.
$29.76
Arroz
Alcapurria is a classic Puerto Rican appetizer featuring a crispy, golden-brown exterior and a savory filling, offering an authentic taste of the island's cuisine. Perfect as a flavorful snack or starter for any occasion.
$4.34
El Kiosko 38

El Kiosko 38

4.6
(30+)
• Latin American • Caribbean
$0 delivery fee
Bistec Encebollado / Beef Steak with Sautéed Onions
Plátano, yuca o amarillos. / Plantain, cassava or sweet plantain.
$21.71
Morenas Sabor Latino

Morenas Sabor Latino

5.0
(30+)
• American • Dominican
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
Rave Reviews
"AMAZING and just WOW!! hands down the best chimi and chicken empanadas around! Ordered from Morena’s through DoorDash and everything absolutely hit the spot. The chimi was packed with flavor and perfectly made, and the chicken empanadas were crispy, fresh, and delicious. You can truly taste the quality in every bite. If you’re thinking about ordering, do it!! Morena’s never disappoints!"
"We tried Morena's Dominican special today with the scramble eggs salami and cheese and let me tell you, that got the spot! The portion was more than enough , so feeling and delicious, the taste of the family too the eggs to a while another level for me. So fresh and definitely we will have her special again. She never disappoints. Our favorite place"
Dominican Sancocho a lo Morena
A true Dominican classic made slow-simmered with love. Our sancocho is a rich, hearty stew prepared with a savory blend of tender meats, root vegetables, plantains, yuca, corn, and our house-seasoned broth — bold, comforting, and full of real island flavor. Perfect for cold days and hungry hearts, this is the kind of sancocho that warms you from the inside out. Lo bueno de verdad. Served White Rice
$18.64
Tostada with Bacon, Eggs and Cheese
Crispy Cuban tostada layered with eggs, crispy bacon, and melted cheese. Simple, hearty, and satisfying.
$8.99
Cafe Con Leche
Bold Cuban-style espresso blended with hot milk and lightly sweetened for a smooth, creamy, and authentic Cuban coffee experience.
$4.19
Sorullos
Crispy fried cornmeal sticks stuffed with melted cheese, golden on the outside and soft on the inside. A Puerto Rican favorite.
$3.75
The Brunch Box by Metamorfic

The Brunch Box by Metamorfic

4.7
(40+)
• American • Diner
$0 delivery fee
"Absolutely loved my caramel latte. So good I ordered twice in two days"
"This was my first time ordering from here but I have heard nothing but great things. And YES, the hype is legit! The Banana & Caramel iced lattes were delicious as well as the passion fruit natural juice.The french toast was the best I have had around the Davenport/HC area. The fresh fruit was indeed fresh. I also ordered pancakes which my son loved and all that came with eggs, bacon, and ham. I will definitely be ordering again and I hope to visit in person soon!"
ICED LATTE
nuestros ricos lattes
$9.48
CRISPY CHICKEN SANDWICH W/ FRIES
crusted chicken, American cheese, jalapeno mayo, pico de gallo, chips...fire!!!
$14.91
French Toast
Our spectacular twist on the clasic * Mallorca bread turn in a golden buttery French Toast finished with powder sugar and fresh fruits , serve warm for the perfect balance of rich and fluffy, add egg for $2.62
$15.61
Any Style Eggs
Clasic American Breakfast but With Our Twist : 2 Eggs Any Style, Our Fluffy Bread Toast and Your Selections of Ham, Sausage or Bacon Served with Our Famous Home Fries!
$12.76
Fortuna Bakery & Coffee

Fortuna Bakery & Coffee

4.4
(100+)
• Colombian • Bakery
$0 delivery fee
"All items ordered were amazing. pleasantly surprised with this place. Will order more often."
"I ordered a Cuban sandwich and what arrived was honestly embarrassing. The sandwich was almost completely empty — barely any pork, barely any ham, mostly bread. A Cuban sandwich should be packed with meat and flavor, not look like someone forgot half the ingredients. For the price paid, this was extremely disappointing. Quality control clearly isn’t happening in the kitchen."
Espumoso (Cappuccino)
We are so sure of how good our coffee is, that we even have our own name for cappuccino.
$7.17
Empanada Carne (Beef Corn Empanada)
A traditional Colombian crispy cornmeal empanada filled with seasoned ground beef.
$4.26
Empanada Venezolana
The authentic flavor of Venezuela in every bite. A crispy golden cornmeal empanada filled with your choice of beef, chicken, cheese, or pabellón (shredded beef, black beans and sweet plantain). Hot, crunchy and just like the ones from home.
$6.38
Empanada Pollo (Chicken Corn Empanada)
A traditional Colombian cornmeal empanada filled with seasoned chicken.
$4.26
Donde Wilking Latin Food Truck

Donde Wilking Latin Food Truck

4.8
(1k+)
• Latin American • Sandwiches
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"The food was delicious and tastes so authentic. The churrasco was so good, tasted fresh and def had that charcoal taste we all love, it was also super soft and not chewy at all. The food arrived warm which was an extra thumbs up "
"they always cook amazing food and it gets delievered steaming hot.Pechuga / Chicken Breast this chicken is amazing n the Arroz Mamposteao / Mamposteao Rice wowspeechless that's all I can sayust amazing the Pastelillo / Muffinalso delishhhhh tasty meat definitely recommend"
Pechuga / Chicken Breast
Incluye ensalada y un acompañante adicional. / Comes with salad and one additional side.
$15.68
Carne Frita / Fried Meat
Incluye ensalada y un acompañante adicional. / Comes with salad and one additional side.
$14.59
Bistec Encebollado / Steak with Onions
Incluye ensalada y un acompañante adicional. / Comes with salad and one additional side.
$16.61
Mofongo de Pollo / Chicken Mofongo
Rellenos, salsas, criolla, ajillo, queso. / Fillings, sauce, creole, garlic, cheese.
$17.32
Sip Haines City

Sip Haines City

Sandwiches • Dessert
$0 delivery fee
Gourmet Wings w/Fries
The best wings around - with bleu cheese or ranch.
$11.82
Cheese Snack Plate
Chef's selection of (3) cheeses served with stone ground mustard, fresh fruit and artisanal crackers.
$15
Chicken Tender Basket
Chicken tenders and seasoned fries.
$7.5
Sip Mixed Board
Chef's selection of (3) meats and (3) cheeses, fruits, nuts & accompaniments.
$25

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