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They brought us bread (warm and already buttered), and round soda crackers with an oil based and a tomato based dipping sauce (both hot). Bob had shrimp (gambas) in yucca ($9.25), and I had tostado rellenos, which is stuffed plantains. There were four and each one about 3/4ths of a cup and stuffed with a different kind of meat ($8.50). One tasted like ground beef with green olives, one was pulled beef, one was pulled pork, and one had shrimp. Unfortunately the plantains were too woody and dry to eat. I was going to get fried plantains as a side dish, but I thought I could eat the stuffed ones, so I got plantain chips ($3.75) which Bob ate some of, but we didn't finish. The total bill was $23.11 before the tip. Leave a Comment
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This restaurant was our favorite during our trip and actually among our top ten ever. We sat outside...........the weather and lighting(lanterns and candles) was perfect. Live music was playing during most of our time there. We waited a little extra (25 more minutes) for outdoor dining, but it was worth it. The restaurant is situated in mallory square where everyone is out and about. The prices were very reasonable and their food is delicious. It's the best cuban I have ever had.
The portions are big and I am glad that my daughter and I shared a meal. The service was great. We never had to ask for anything. Leave a Comment
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We went to the location around the corner from Duval on Wall Street. It's dark inside even on a sunny day, but there's plenty of outdoor seating complete w/chickens wandering around. We sat in the courtyard across the little alley way from the restaurant with a fountain in the center of it. If you have kids, the roosters, hens, and baby chicks would keep them well entertained.
It was Christmas Day and we wanted Cuban food - the concierge found this one for us and we loved it. Given that they were open Christmas Day on a Sunday in the middle of the afternoon, I'd imagine they are rarely closed.
The ropa vieja (shredded beef) was excellent. We had a few seafood dishes that were also pretty good: the whole fried yellow fin tuna was good, though the breaded-fried grouper & black bean soup were a little salty. All entrees were served with white or yellow rice; sweet plaintains or fried yucca; and a cup of black beans.
Service was prompt, dishes came out quickly, prices were reasonable, good portions.
While you're browsing the menu, they bring out warm buttered bread and crackers with 2 dipping sauces (one slightly spicy) that we really liked. For dessert we had the guava cheesecake which was nice.
If you like ropa vieja (shredded beef with tomatoes and peppers), you'll like it here - very flavorful and moist...stewed to perfection! Theme: Eclectic/InternationalPrice: US$11-20 » Currency ConverterComparison: less expensive than averageAddress: 410 Wall St.Phone: 305.295.2620Directions: Off Mallory Square. Walk past Front St towards the water on Duval and take a left on Wall St - no sign for Wall street, but it's right before you hit the pier. Restaurant is on the right about 1 block down.Website: http://elmason.pepe.com
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Excellent!!!! Food was outstanding. It was so good we went 2 nights in a row. The service was great. Sat outside - there was a band playing at Mallory square, right by the patio, so we were even treated to live music.
Lechon Asado was delicious (pork dish). Also loved their appetizers (got sampler) and delicious Cuban bread. Don't forget to order a Mojito. Leave a Comment
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This Cuban restaurant is simply amazing. Because of its location off Mallory Square, we were a bit apprehensive thinking it would be a touristy place, and it was just a little bit, but this didn't matter once we got inside. The place is big, sprawling both inside and outside. The seating areas outside were pretty romantic and cool even on a humid night. There is a bar outside and a dancefloor that was populated by incredible dancers while an intense Cuban band played. The food was some of the best I've ever had and the service was friendly.
The Lechon Asado is wonderful. Leave a Comment Theme: OtherPrice: US$11-20 » Currency ConverterComparison: about averageAddress: Off Mallory Square.
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this is excellent Cuban food. I've tried this same style in Tampa, but not as good. have read other reviews, and agree that the shredded beef is awesome. my parents enjoy the dish where the description says that means "old clothes" or something like that. also love the plantain. forget what's in it other than bananas. but I feel that a sampler would be good for any first time visitors. that's what me a my parents did, and every year we went back, we knew what to order.
the bread and dipping sauces they bring out prior to the meal is great. is an authentic Cuban tradition from what I understand. they give you 2 choices of sauce. I prefer the spicier one with the garlic in it.
as other people mentioned, there is a live band that plays outside. but think it's after 4 pm....maybe later. but it is great to get dinner here, and wait for the sunset while at Mallory square. next door to the restaurant is a cigar factory. many times, I've stopped in and smoked a great cigar after an awesome meal, then watched the sunset.
we've been allowed to take our 10 pound dog to eat with us here. they insist you eat outside, but is worth it. she likes to chase around the native roosters that run around Key West. I understand the roosters are a species unto themselves, which makes them protected by law. so don't think about hurting them or anything dangerous.
on a scale of 1 to 10 I give Pepe's a 10, not only for food, but atmosphere.
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My husband and I were looking forward to some good Cuban food. Upon arriving, we must of sat at the door waiting to be seated for 10 minutes. Don't get me wrong, I have no problem waiting, but we were never even acknowledged by the three people who worked there, having a conversation at the bar and the restaurant was empty on the inside. I decided to approach them to see if they were "on-duty" and if the restaurant was actually not open and they were just waiting for us to go away. They seemed quite annoyed that i had interrupted them, and the girl who sat us huffed about it. Honestly, at that point, we probably should have just left. I don't remember anything tasting especially good, or the service to be anything to brag about. We arrived for dinner at exactly 5:00p.m., to beat the dinner rush, and we did. It seemed that once the restaurant started to get busy, we lost our waiter. After returning to our hotel that evening to digest before visiting some local bars, we both became sick to our stomach and had to stay in for the nite. I wouldn't recommend this place. I know there has to be GREAT cuban food nearby. My husband and I are returning the weekend after Thanksgiving and are looking forward to trying a few new places. We heard El Siboney is a family owned cuban restaurant that the locals frequent and really love. I'll let you know!
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 by tatyanap
Everything was delicious and portions were huge. We asked for a to-go box and made sandwiches the next day for lunch. Even cold, meat was very good!
Service was quick and our waitress was very helpful -- explained dishes to us, recommended good choices, and even provided a free sample!
#80 -- combination of three Cuban dishes
Appetizer -- fried pork with parsley
Mango smoothie (non-alcoholic) Leave a Comment
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