Box of Cubans

"This quaint sandwich shop is a true gem in the area! With excellent sandwiches and the best empanadas around, it's definitely worth a visit. During our trip from out of town, we were thrilled to try the "Box of Cubans" after it was highly recommended to us—and it did not disappoint. The service was exceptional; the gentleman serving went above and beyond to accommodate our requests. A must-visit spot for anyone craving delicious sandwiches and friendly service!"

"Indulge in their amazing cold brew Bustelo and delicious Cuban bites. While the wait can get busy, pre-ordering is worth it. Five-star treats await with their Cuban sandwiches, croquettes, and empanadas. Dive into the flavors of Cuba"

"Intrigued by the sight of people enjoying their meals outside, my curiosity led me to try their offerings, and I'm thrilled that I did. I opted for the steak sandwich, Cuban cheese toast, and beef and cheese empanadas. From the first bite, I was hooked. Each dish was bursting with flavor and crafted to perfection. The steak sandwich was a savory delight, with tender steak. The cheese toast was a simple yet satisfying treat and the beef and cheese empanadas were a true highlight. The flavors were bold, the portions generous, and the overall experience was great. Whether you're in the mood for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, I highly recommend stopping by this hidden gem."

"Amazing! I’m writing this while we’re still here - it’s that good! We’ve tried several Cuban restaurants since moving to the area a few months ago, and this one is hands down the very best. Just like others have already said, the food is excellent. We had a classic Cuban sandwich, Miami style (the best way!), which had such great flavor. My media noche was the best I’ve ever had, which is high praise. The black beans and rice were on point, too. Everything was exactly as it should be: delicious! Thanks for the great food and service, Box of Cubans. We’ll definitely be back!"

"Made it a specific point to have lunch here today after multiple years of passing it by back off Faulkenburg and even the past several months here in Riverview. Now we are wondering why it took us so long to miss out on such amazing grub and service! Be prepared though, this place is super busy, and for good reason obviously. I had a traditional Cuban sammich and a Cheeseburger Empanada. First the Embanada is da bomb. Perfect filling and freshly made, not greasy. Dipping it hot sauce added a whole different dimension to a simple starter. Let's talk about the Cuban. I have been a fan of the Cuban sammich since long before moving to Florida from Ohio 5 1/2 years ago. So many variations. So many failures, including trying to make my own version (which I have down to a pretty good variation right now). This one tough, has the right amount of Lechon, the right amount of Serrano Ham, the right amount of cheese, the right amount of pickle, and almost the right amount of mustard. Pressed to perfection. On a scale of 1 to 10, it's a solid 9.9 On the rating of best Cubans ever...top 3 easily, possibly second best ever. Touch a little bit more filling (not much more, just a little more) including just a hint more mustard would probably sway me to rate this as the best ever. The other half had the chopped cheeseburger pressed sammy. Wow, is that a work of art or what? Yummy on all counts! As a Veteran, I do not willingly seek out to participate in all the Veteran's Day discounts and free meals. It just a thing I have about helping local businesses stay in business and I am not opposed to paying fair rates for good food and service. That being said, the very friendly woman taking my order asked if I was a Veteran and I showed proof. She gave me a meal discount, and a voucher for $5 off next order. Totally unexpected and fully appreciated. In fact, I think I will return one next next week to have a breakfast here and use my coupon. Excellent job, highly recommend this place. Just be prepared for the fact that this place is not a secret...the line was out the door when we left. Says a lot doesn't it? *And yes, just a couple days later I had to have a breakfast here. Got the Cuban Griddle which is an Omelette with cheese, sausage and a thin line of guava jelly on media noche bread. This is simply an amazing sammich!!! While I love the crunchiness of pressed Cuban bread, this makes sense to be on the softer side using the media noche on a shorter press. Had some freshly squeezed (to order) orange juice and one of the best Cafe con Leche's I have ever had. It really was made perfectly! Breakfast expectations exceeded the high bar already set by the previous lunch. Outstanding!"