Best Cuban Restaurants in Philadelphia, PA
Looking for Cuban Restaurants in Philadelphia? Below you'll find 7 local options with their address, phone number, website and opening hours, plus practical advice on choosing the right one.
What they do: Cuban kitchens with Cuban sandwiches, ropa vieja, plantains and café cubano.
This guide lists 7 Cuban Restaurants in and around Philadelphia, spread across 4 ZIP codes. 6 have a phone number you can call directly from this page, 7 link to their own website, 6 are open on weekends. Listings are organized so you can compare them at a glance and contact them directly.
Top 7 Cuban Restaurants in Philadelphia
Listings are shown in no paid order: no business can pay to appear or to rank higher on this page.
1 Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar
- Address 10 S 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
- Phone (215) 627-0666
- Website cubalibrerestaurant.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 4-9 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 4-9 PM |
| Wed | 4-9 PM |
| Thu | 4-9 PM |
| Fri | 4 PM-2 AM |
| Sat | 12 PM-2 AM |
| Sun | 12-9 PM |
2 Home Cuban Cafe
- Address 17 N 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
- Phone (239) 404-8038
- Website homecubancafe.com
Opening hours
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 12-3 PM |
| Wed | 12-3 PM |
| Thu | 12-5 PM |
| Fri | 9 AM-7:30 PM |
| Sat | 9 AM-7:30 PM |
| Sun | 10 AM-4:30 PM |
3 Mixto Restaurante
- Address 1141 Pine St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
- Phone (215) 592-0363
- Website mixtorestaurante.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 10 AM-9:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10 AM-9:30 PM |
| Wed | 10 AM-9:30 PM |
| Thu | 10 AM-9:30 PM |
| Fri | 10 AM-9:45 PM |
| Sat | 10 AM-9:45 PM |
| Sun | 10 AM-9 PM |
4 Empanada Alley by Cuba Libre
- Address 3 Strawberry St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
- Website empanadaalley.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 4-9 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 4-9 PM |
| Wed | 4-9 PM |
| Thu | 4-9 PM |
| Fri | 4-9:30 PM |
| Sat | 12-9:30 PM |
| Sun | 12-9 PM |
5 Avenida 7 Cafe
- Address 1424 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
- Phone (267) 398-2786
- Website instagram.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 4-9 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 4-9 PM |
| Wed | 4-9 PM |
| Thu | 4-9 PM |
| Fri | 4-9:30 PM |
| Sat | 12-9:30 PM |
| Sun | 12-9 PM |
6 Alma de Cuba
- Address 1623 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
- Phone (215) 988-1799
- Website almadecubarestaurant.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 9 AM-4 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 9 AM-4 PM |
| Wed | 9 AM-4 PM |
| Thu | 9 AM-4 PM |
| Fri | 9 AM-6 PM |
| Sat | 9 AM-6 PM |
| Sun | 9 AM-6 PM |
7 Loco Lucho
- Address 51 N 12th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
- Phone (267) 314-5525
- Website locolucho.com
How to choose Cuban Restaurants in Philadelphia
- Check hours and whether you need a reservation, especially on Friday and Saturday nights.
- Look at the current menu online, since prices and dishes change often.
- Ask about dietary options such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or halal if you need them.
- Check whether the place is BYOB, which is common in Philadelphia and can save a lot on a night out.
- Look up the latest health inspection results, which the county or city publishes online.
Local tips for Philadelphia
Philadelphia has its own licensing rules that go beyond state law: the city's Department of Licenses and Inspections (L+I) issues contractor licenses, permits and trade licenses, so plumbers, electricians and contractors working in the city need an L+I license on top of any state registration.
SEPTA's subway, trolley and bus network covers most of the city, so check whether a business is near a Market-Frankford or Broad Street Line station if you don't drive. Street parking in Center City is limited and enforced by the Philadelphia Parking Authority.
Philadelphia is in Philadelphia County, and local phone numbers use the 215, 267 and 445 area codes. Popular areas include Center City, Old City, Fishtown, Northern Liberties, South Philly, University City, Manayunk, Chestnut Hill.
Frequently asked questions
Which Cuban Restaurants in Philadelphia are open on weekends?
According to their listed hours, these are open on Saturday or Sunday: Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar, Home Cuban Cafe, Mixto Restaurante, Empanada Alley by Cuba Libre, Avenida 7 Cafe, Alma de Cuba. Hours can change on holidays, so call before you go.
Which areas of Philadelphia do these Cuban Restaurants cover?
The Cuban Restaurants on this list are located in ZIP codes 19103, 19106, 19107, 19146. Many businesses also serve nearby neighborhoods and suburbs, so ask when you call.
What does BYOB mean?
BYOB means 'bring your own bottle.' The restaurant has no liquor license, so you can bring your own wine or beer. Some charge a small corkage fee.
Do I need a reservation?
For popular places on weekends, yes. Many Philadelphia restaurants take reservations online, while casual spots are usually walk-in only.
Where can I check restaurant health inspections in Philadelphia?
Restaurant inspections in Pennsylvania are run by the Department of Agriculture or by local health departments in cities and counties such as Philadelphia and Allegheny County, and results are published online.
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Information is collected from public sources and may change. Please confirm hours, prices and availability directly with each business. Business owner? Ask us to update your listing.