Ace
I ordered the Monday special which was a Cuban sandwich with rice and beans. I only received rice and beans. The place looks nice, but they did give me the main part of my meal.
… moreVictor Quinteros Marquina
Loved the authentic Cuban flavors! The pork was perfectly seasoned and tender, the white rice was fluffy, and the potatoes were deliciously crisp and flavorful. Great home-style taste and very friendly service — I’ll definitely come back again!
… moreJUAN CARLOS ROJAS
Great service the people are very nice there but the sandwich and empanada wasn’t my favorite!
… moreJay Jay
Come here pretty often for a hearty lunch. Let me say, it is always delicious! I have had the Oxtail, the chicken quarter and the Pernil, and all have been tasty and fresh. Make sure you try their yucca, its sublime. They have a lunch special as well which is reasonably priced for the are. Great service, very fast and responsive to questions.
… moreLuna Danu
Make sure you ask for gravy. Also, if you get breaded chicken it will be half the portion if chicken as the grilled. Weird. But everything is great. Food is great. Staff is nice. And the blonde with the glasses is
… moreBernadette Moody
I don’t know about the atmosphere or service. Uber Eats order. The food was sub-par. Rice was too mushy, black beans was cooked too soft, and the chicken breast was too dry. Did not even taste like Cuban food, it had no flavor.
… moreDigital Hassan
Title: Sophie Cuban Restaurant: A Casual Cuban Spot with Mixed Results
Review:
We visited Sophie Cuban Restaurant, a casual Cuban spot in Manhattan’s financial district. The restaurant offers a fast-food approach with self-service at the counter, similar to a deli or a place like McDonald’s.
The food was well-cooked, but it didn’t meet our expectations in flavor or presentation. The guava and cheese empanada was the standout dish, but the other food tasted plain and didn’t feel authentically Cuban.
The decor is basic, with framed Cuban posters on the walls. The salsa music playing in the background didn’t quite capture the Cuban spirit we hoped for. A lack of a detailed menu and photos made it difficult to know what we were ordering, which was a bit inconvenient.
The staff was friendly, and the food was very inexpensive. Sophie Cuban might be a suitable option for those seeking a budget-friendly meal with generous portions. However, those expecting a higher-end restaurant experience or authentic Cuban flavors may be left wanting more.
Overall, Sophie Cuban Restaurant offers value for money, but the culinary experience and ambiance didn’t match our hoped-for Cuban charm. It’s a good option for a quick, affordable meal but not for an authentic Cuban dining experience.
… moreGrace L
We happened to be in the area, got hungry and found this place. We love Cuban food so we definitely want to give it a try. It was late afternoon, early dinner time, guess a lot of food including oxtails were either gone or they were not ready yet. There were not many options. The salmon and chicken legs were decent, a little on the tough side but they’re delicious, the sweet plantains were good. Their green sauce was amazing, the freshness and spiciness of the sauce simply pushed the flavor of the food into next level. Happy with their service. Decent prices given it is in downtown, can be a little lower because it’s more like a fast food type restaurant
… moreRosa Diaz
Absolutely love the food. Some of the staff needs a bit of smiling and friendliness. Otherwise, I would have giving it 5 stars . Me and my son have come a couple of times to see the environment on different dates and it changes by the staff encounter. The food still delish!!!!
… moreAndre Barnes
Had a beef and chicken empanada, with rice and beans, very satisfied everything tastes great and I will be back! I love walking into a place with no expectations and find a new favorite place to eat when I visit the city!
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