Orlando might not be the home of Cuban sandwiches, but they’ve made their way up I-4. You don’t have to be from Tampa to appreciate tangy pickles and mustard, a double serving of meat, melted swiss cheese, and soft Cubano bread. So, here are 20 Orlando restaurants where you can find delicious Cubans ready for your enjoyment.

Copacabana Cuban Cafe 320 Dora Drawdy Way, Mount Dora Copacabana’s whole goal is to serve authentic Cuban food to Central Florida alongside an entertaining atmosphere. They are a three time winner of “Best Ethnic Restaurant” by Mount Dora Buzz, according to their website. Photo via Copacabana Cuban Cafe/Facebook
Black Bean Deli 1835 E. Colonial Drive Black Bean Deli has two beautiful restaurants in Orlando: one in Mills 50, the other in Winter Park. Both are serving up beautiful Cubans for lunch – with a side of black beans, of course. Photo via Black Bean Deli/Facebook1835 E. Colonial Drive Black Bean Deli has two beautiful restaurants in Orlando, one in Mills 50, the other in Winter Park. Both are serving up beautiful Cubans for lunch – with a side of black beans, of course. Photo via Black Bean Deli/Facebook
Sofrito Latin Cafe 8607 Palm Parkway Sofrito’s aims for all of its customers to feel at home, starting with their home-style Latin recipes and carrying through their hearty sandwiches. Photo via Sofrito Latin Cafe/Instagram
Meson Sandwiches Multiple locations This restaurant chain is based out of Puerto Rico, but that doesn’t mean they don’t have an amazing Cuban sandwich. Photo via Meson Sandwiches/Website
Cuba Libre 9101 International Drive, Pointe Orlando Cuba Libre doesn’t just have good food, they serve up the whole experience. Try their twist on a Cuban sandwich. Photo via Cuba Libre Restaurant/Instagram9101 International Drive, Pointe Orlando Cuba libre doesn’t just have good food, they serve up the whole experience. Try their twist on a cuban sandwich. Photo via Cuba Libre Restaurant/Instagram
Los Autenticos Cuban Cafe 7339 E. Colonial Drive Los Autenticos claims to have the best Cuban sandwich in Orlando, and from the looks of it, they might be right! Photo via Los Autenticos Cuban Cafe/Facebook
Rey’s Cuban Cafe 7800 S. US Highway 17-92, Casselberry Rey’s offers a large variety of meals steeped in Cuban tradition and flavors and their sandwich is a standout. Photo via Rey’s Cuban Cafe/Instagram
Great Harvest Bread Co. 101 Lake Ave. Great Harvest has taken the classic Cuban and created a twist featuring their own home-made bread. Customers can swap out for their favorite bread of choice. Photo via Great Harvest Bread Co./Facebook
Sobik’s Subs 4049 S. Orange Blossom Trail Sobik’s is another restaurant that features a Cuban sandwich on their menu, amidst a variety of other food. And they certainly turn out a good-looking Cuban. Photo via Sobik’s Subs/Facebook
Zaza New Cuban Diner Multiple locations Zaza has five shops across Orlando, Lake Mary and Altimonte Springs. The owners are the third generation serving Cuban American cuisine, much to Central Florida’s delight. Photo via Zaza Cuban Diner/Instagram
Cubabana’s Cafe 6760 Aloma Ave., Winter Park A small Ma & Pop shop in Winter Park, Cubabana’s offers Cuban meals to enjoy for any meal- breakfast, lunch or dinner. Photo via Cubabana’s Cafe/Facebook
Padrino’s 13586 Village Park Drive The Padrino family brought their recipes from Cuba and have used them to build a Florida restaurant chain. Their Orlando menu features many Cuban traditional dishes, but makes room for this American-made sandwich. Photo via Padrino’s Cuban Restaurant/Instagram
Old Cuban Cafe 1672 N. Goldenrod Road The Old Cuban Cafe has their main store on Goldenrod, as well as an express café on S. Goldenrod, and another branch on East Colonial. No matter where you are, you’re close to their amazing authentic Cuban sandwiches. Photo via Old Cuban Cafe/Insta
Cafe Pinar 730 Sand Lakes Road Pinar opened in 2014 to serve authentic Cuban cuisine to Orlando, and seven years later they’re still standing. Stop by to try some of their amazing food, including that oh-so-good Cuban. Photo via Cafe Pinar/Facebook
Valisa Bakery 1654 N. Semoran Blvd. Sweet treats, savory meals, and fresh baked bread- there’s not a lot more we can ask from a restaurant, and Valisa has it all covered. Photo via Valissa Bakery/Website
Havana Bistro Cafe & Restaurant 7975 S. Orange Blossom Trail Havana’s has both a café and restaurant, with two separate menus. Guests can find their Cuban sandwich on the café side, for less than $6. Photo via Havana’s Bistro Cafe Restaurant/Facebook
903 Mills Market 903 S. Mills Ave. Mills Market is not marketing Cuban-specific food, but they are marketing delicious, comforting food, and the Cuban sandwich makes that list any day of the week. Photo via 903 Mills Market/Instagram
El Cubanito Subs 2301 N. Forsyth Road Customers can either head over to their brick-and-mortar store, or follow their social media to find out where their food truck is to try their delicious Cubans. Photo via El Cubanito Subs/Facebook
Cuban Sandwiches To Go 1605 Lee Road Cuban Sandwiches To Go have had almost three decades of experience creating their signature sandwich. Head over to Lee Road to check them out. Photo via Cuban Sandwiches To Go/Facebook
Cubanela 900 W. Lancaster Road Talk about a good price- a Cuban sandwich at Cubanela only costs $6. 49. What can beat that? Photo via Cubanela/Facebook