El Cubano Carlsbad Menu

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Welcome to El Cubano Carlsbad, where the essence of Cuban cuisine comes to life in every flavorful dish. Located at 5806 Van Allen Way, Carlsbad, CA, this culinary gem serves up comfort food that has patrons raving about its authentic flavors and fresh ingredients.

  • Customer Karina Martinez describes it as "comfort food at its finest," emphasizing the freshness and piping-hot meals.
  • Shishir Bhandari’s experience with the Fricase de Pollo showcases juicy, tender chicken paired perfectly with rich black bean soup and sweet, caramelized maduros.
  • Longtime fan Eric Huezo recalls the delightful blend of flavors that transports diners to the heart of Havana.
  • Chef Savage highlights the expertly crafted Cuban sandwiches, featuring a perfect balance of crispiness and softness.

At El Cubano, every dish is a vibrant celebration of Cuban heritage, making it a must-visit for both newcomers and seasoned food lovers alike.

Sides
Salads
Plates
El Cubano Bowls
Appetizers
Sandwiches

Sides

White Rice

Arroz Blanco. Savory white rice and black beans cooked together.
US$3.99

Plantain Chips
US$5.49

Congri

Moros y cristianos. Savory white rice and black beans cooked together.
US$5.39

Tostones Salted Plantains

2 pieces.
US$2.49

Maduros Sweet Plantains

2 pieces.
US$3.39

Black Beans

Frijoles negros. Savory white rice and black beans cooked together.
US$3.99

Tri-Tip Salad

Spring mix with Tri-tip, tomato, cucumber, red onion, black olives, feta, and house vinaigrette.
US$14.99

El Cubano Chicken Salad

Spring mix with grilled chicken, tomato, cucumber, red onion, black olives, feta, and house vinaigrette.
US$12.99

Shrimp Salad

Spring mix with grilled shrimp, tomato, cucumber, red onion, black olives, feta, and house vinaigrette.
US$14.49

Salads

Plates

Ground Beef Plate

Picadillo. Savory ground beef in a tomato sauce with onions, garlic, bell peppers, and potatoes.
US$16.59

Lechon Asado Plate

Slow-roasted pork served with grilled onions, a Cuban classic.
US$17.59

Fricase De Pollo Plate

Braised chicken thigh cooked in a light wine sauce with onions, garlic, and potatoes.
US$16.59

Veggie Plate

White rice and black beans or congri with salad and maduros sweet plantains.
US$11.38

Grilled Chicken Plate

Pollo a la plancha. Marinated and grilled chicken breast.
US$16.59

Ropa Vieja Plate

Old clothes. Braised shredded beef in a tomato sauce with onions, garlic, and bell peppers.
US$17.59

Tilapia Plate

Fresh tilapia served with grilled onions, seasoned with lemon, pepper, and garlic in a light wine sauce.
US$13.68

Rabo Encendido (Oxtail)
US$26.50

Tri-Tip Plate

Cuban style. Braised slices of tender beef seasoned with mojo Cuban marinade with potatoes and onions.
US$19.59

Breaded Chicken Plate

Lightly breaded and fried chicken breast.
US$18.59

Top Sirloin Steak Plate

Bistec de palomilla. Marinated thin-cut top sirloin with grilled onions top sirloin.
US$16.59

Tri-Tip Bowl

Tender beef seasoned with mojo Cuban marinade.
US$14.09

Shrimp Bowl
US$14.59

Ropa Vieja Bowl

Old clothes. Braised shredded beef in a tomato sauce with onions, garlic, and bell peppers.
US$13.09

Surf And Turf Bowl

Tri-tip and shrimp.
US$16.59

Chicken Breast Bowl
US$12.09

Ground Beef Bowl

Picadillo.
US$11.59

Roasted Pork Bowl

Shredded pork.
US$11.09

Chicken Breast And Shrimp Bowl
US$15.59

El Cubano Bowls

Appetizers

Potato Ball (Papa Rellena)

1 piece. Mashed potato ball stuffed with ground Turkey, lightly breaded and fried with dipping chipotle sauce on the side.
US$5.50

Yuca Frita Fries
US$7.29

Empanada

1 piece. Light, fluffy pastry, stuffed with ground beef (picadillo).
US$7.50

Croquetas De Jamon

2 pieces. Ham croquettes, lightly breaded and fried.
US$4.99

Sloppy Cubano Sandwich

Picadillo ground beef in tomato sauce, onions, garlic, and bell peppers on a brioche bun.
US$9.49

Tri-Tip Sandwich Combo

Served with grilled onions on a hoagie roll, and chipotle mayo sauce on the side.
US$18.59

Tri-Tip Sandwich

Served with grilled onions on a hoagie roll, and chipotle mayo sauce on the side.
US$15.50

Cuban Sandwich

El cubano. The Cuban sandwich-renowned and loved slow-roasted pork, smoked ham, swiss cheese, dill pickles, and yellow mustard on a baguette.
US$17.50

Ropa Vieja Sandwich Combo

Shredded beef with tomato sauce, bell peppers, and onions on a brioche bun.
US$11.38

Croqueta Sandwich Combo

Ham croquettes layered with smoked ham and swiss cheese on a hoagie roll.
US$12.19

El Cubano Cheesesteak Sandwich Combo

Braised shredded beef in tomato sauce, swiss cheese, dill pickles, and chipotle sauce on a hoagie roll.
US$17.59

Ropa Vieja Sandwich

Shredded beef with tomato sauce, bell peppers, and onions on a brioche bun.
US$9.49

Cuban Sandwich Combo

El Cubano. The Cuban sandwich-renowned and loved slow-roasted pork, smoked ham, swiss cheese, dill pickles, and yellow mustard on a baguette.
US$19.50

El Cubano Chicken Sandwich Combo

Marinated grilled chicken breast with swiss, spring mix, tomato, onions, with chipotle on a ciabatta bun.
US$13.48

Sloppy Cubano Sandwich Combo

Picadillo ground beef in tomato sauce, onions, garlic, and bell peppers on a brioche bun.
US$11.38

Lechon Asado Sandwich Combo

Slow-roasted pork on a brioche bun.
US$12.58

El Cubano Cheesesteak Sandwich

Braised shredded beef in tomato sauce, swiss cheese, dill pickles, and chipotle sauce on a hoagie roll.
US$14.50

Lechon Asado Sandwich

Slow-roasted pork on a brioche bun.
US$11.59

El Cubano Chicken Sandwich

Marinated grilled chicken breast with swiss, spring mix, tomato, onions, with chipotle on a ciabatta bun.
US$13.50

Sandwiches