CasaBlanca Cuban Grill

Ever since we tried our first Cuban food back in Olympia, WA on a summer vacation recently, we've been eager to try more. CasaBlanca Cuban Grill, at first glance online, has a lot more to offer than the first Cuban place we tried. A lot more menu items, for one. (A lot more warmth, for another.) We were able to try other dishes we've been curious about, like the shrimp (or beef, or chicken, or pork) in creole sauce, and the coconut flan. Everything we ordered was fantastic, deeply flavored, as if and probably simmered on the stove for days, served promptly with smiles and unassuming hospitality. They know what they're doing at CasaBlanca Cuban Grill. We hear they've been in business for going on 15+ years, there's a food truck out back, and we can see why. There is a steady line of people coming in, regulars and newbies, and we were there on a Labor Day Weekend, which can get slow for everybody. I especially appreciate the portions served. Cuban food can be heavy (hearty). The staff is aware of this, so the dishes are appropriately filling but not too much. We were able to wolf down our pork (so tender!) and shrimp in creole sauce, black beans and white rice, and plantains, without feeling stuffed, and with plenty of room for dessert, a brownie and coconut flan. Water's fine, but ask about their drink menu. They have guava and mango juice (the mango runs out).

This place is incredible! While we were waiting, the owner generously offered us an appetizer. Everything we ordered was incredibly tasty, and the dessert was equally delicious—not too sweet at all.

First time to Casablanca, and I had planned on getting a Cubano sandwich, but then I saw the Fricase de Puerco on the menu and had to try that since it sounded so good. O have to say, it did not disappoint in flavor. It was very tasty, and the pork was so tender it just fell apart. The sides were fine, but not exceptional. The black beans could have used a little more seasoning, and the plantains were delicious - a personal favorite of mine - but there were only 3 small pieces. I almost knocked a star off for the paucity of plantains when I was really hoping for a plethora given the moderately high price of the meal (~$20). Service was friendly and prompt, and the atmosphere was casual and quiet (I had a late lunch). I would recommend Casablanca to anyone who likes Latin American / Carribean cuisine, or anyone who likes flavorful food.

I thought this place was closed. I walked in during happy hour on a Friday and all the chairs were up on the tables. It was about 5 o’clock. I really wanted authentic Cuban food like the ones you find in south Florida. I ordered palomilla steak, ropa vieja, masitas de puerco and flan, yes it was only for myself this is how excited I was. I don’t want to say it was bad but it’s not good either. The palomilla steak is steak with onions parsley and lime, this one came with onions and peppers. The ropa vieja tasted like it came straight out of a can and so did the flan, perhaps the taste of canned cherries. The masitas de puerco weren’t to bad but you could tell they weren’t marinated for a long time. The beans were delicious. The customer service I received was top notch but having lived in south Florida with real Cubans I was a little disappointed. Again it wasn’t that bad it was just so so.

**A Flavorful Escape to Cuba!** CasaBlanca Cuban Grill is an absolute gem! From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed with warm hospitality and an atmosphere that transported us straight to Havana. We started with the Tostones Con Mariscos and the Chorizo Croquetas—and WOW. The tostones were perfectly crispy, loaded with flavorful seafood, and the croquetas were rich, smoky, and addictive. We could’ve made a meal just out of those appetizers! For our main dishes, we had the Camarones Al Ajillo and Ropa Vieja. The shrimp were tender and drenched in a garlicky sauce that was out of this world, and the Ropa Vieja was hands-down the best we’ve ever had—slow-cooked, savory, and full of depth. Every bite was packed with authentic Cuban flavor and cooked to perfection. We left full, happy, and already planning our next visit. Highly recommend this place if you’re looking for bold flavors, great service, and a taste of Cuba done right!

Casablanca Cuban Grill made our night with friends even more memorable. Our server, Jesús—also called Chewy—was attentive and personable, with a great sense of humor that added to the overall experience. Our table ordered a variety of pork, fish, and chicken dishes, and every single one was exceptional. I usually don’t care much for plantains, but Casablanca’s were the highlight of my meal—absolutely delicious. Great food, great service, and a wonderful atmosphere. Highly recommended.

A slice of Cuba, right here in Boise. My absolute favorite restaurant. Every time I come here I think I'm going to try something different, but the puerco asado is so good. It gets me every time. 🤤

Enjoyed a big hot Cuban latte after a great vaca frita plate. This restaurant is welcoming with great Cuban food. Highly recommend to anyone nearby!

Food was tasty. Interior was nicely decorated. Plenty of parking. Do yourself a favor and get a dish with lots of garlic. A little problem with the maintenance of the bathroom. Don't think the appearance of this would pass health inspection.

The sandwiches were dry. We were a group of 10. All of us wished for tomato for our sandwiches. Everyone enjoyed their choices. The waiter was excellent.He kept the drink orders correct. The decor reminded us of a Mexican restaurant . It was clean.

Amazing food‼‼‼brings me memories back home with my family‼‼‼ aquí si tienen comida bien deliciosa

GREAT Cuban restaurant with a friendly down-home vibe. Service was personable and attentive. The Cubano sandwich is solid as were the tostones, fries, and other dishes. Looking forward to going back and trying more of the menu.

Good food & nice server I had the fried pork with plantains and rice. It was a tasty meal. Parking was super easy and plentiful.

Everything is still delicious and authentic. Service is still super friendly--even though I only come every couple of years, the server (I should get her name) always remembers me. They are very cautious about COVID and I appreciate that. Love any and every excuse to come to Boise because like mom used to say, "aquí si se come bien."

Authentic Cuban dishes prpared with Cuban taste. Atmosphere is welcoming with excellent service. I couldn't believe i found this gem in Idaho.

Whenever I'm in Boise, I make sure to enjoy at least one meal here! Always consistent with the food and a great staff.

Growing up in Florida I ate Cuban food It's very few and far between to find authentic Cuban. I knew as soon as I walked in the was going to be a good experience the atmosphere has a Latin flare true to the culture. The service was excellent. If you have not had the pleasure of Cuban food just start with a Cuban sandwich it's a basic item. Here it was delicious. I'm in town for a few days but will be back

First time here and first time eating authentic Cuban cuisine. A quaint little place with nice decorations. The food was really good. I ordered the Pan Con Lechon Samminch, and the wife got the Puerco Adada Entree. Great sandwich with a tasty dip and fries. The entree was fork tender and the black beans and rice were great. I've never had yucca, different but good, it was kind of like potato. All in all, an outstanding lunch. The service was spot on. As usual, ate half of it before the pics.

Food is amazing. Tastes homemade and this is better than any Mexican restaurant I've ever been to. The flavors our excellent. If you like Mexican food give this a try. You will be so glad you did!!!!! This a a treasure of a find.

Food ,service and ambience is great ! Highly recommend carne con papas . Everything on the menu is delicious

Always a fantastic experience at Casablanca! We love the Puerco Asada, the flavor is unmatched. Wrapped it all up with the coconut flan. Look forward to our next visit

Good Cuban food. Quick friendly service in a family run shop. As with most Cuban food it is not spicy but it is full of flavor. I had the "dirty laundry " always one of my favorites the flan de cocoa was also very good. I think this place was a Chinese restaurant at one time judging by the carved lions at the door. You need to try this little gem.

Not very impressive from the outside but don't let that fool you! Excellent service, great authentic food! Try the picadillo!

The food is still amazing. Every time I have to travel to Boise, this is the only place I come for dinner. The menu is always good. And the people here are so nice and friendly typical Caribbean hospitality

I'm Cuban I know the food Love this place love the decor The food is great nice people Would recommend it to all The ropa bieja is great And all the other dishes I wish they had picadillo And caldo gallego It b great Thank u guys

My 1st visit to CCG was good. Service was a little slow, but the food was "okay". This visit, the service was quick, and the food was nothing like the 1st time. Granted I ordered a different entree, but ordered a mojito just like before had the same appetizer as before. The mojito tasted like they just poured in the rum added some lemonade and club soda and threw in the mint. The pork dish I ordered came with black beans and yucca. I thought it was fried yucca but it was steamed. Both the yucca and beans had no taste, terribly bland. The pork was good after I added some salt, if they actually marinate the pork they need to marinate it longer or put in more spices. The service was good though. Not sure if I will go back, kind of a disappointment.

Our last visit 2 years ago was pretty good. This time around , not so good. My wife and I wanted to try different meals this time around . The Arroz Vegetariano was my wife's choice. Sautéed peppers, broccoli, zucchini ,carrots and green beans. Served with yellow saffron rice and sweet ripe plantains (maduros). She said the zucchini had a sour taste and the rest of the veggies were cooked inconsistent. I wanted to try the Cubano sandwich. Roasted pork, ham, pickles, Swiss cheese and mustard on a Cuban style bread. The bread was very dry and hard. The pork was dry and had no flavor. I had to ask for mustard. Their was barely any on it to try and liven up the sandwich. Our waiter was not good . When he asked us if we wanted any drinks my wife just wanted water. I said the same. He said are you ready to order . We had sat down about 2 minutes. We said not yet. 15 minutes later he came back . Once our food was delivered the waiter never asked us how everything tasted. His assistant cleared our plates and gave us the check. Usually I would give a restaurant another chance. Not this establishment.

It's exactly what it advertised itself to be. Delicious food in a clean homemade feeling atmosphere. Nothing gourmet, or pretentious just solidly delicious, clean and friendly service. The Cuban (a fav of mine) tucked all the boxes. And the maduros were spot on perfect.

Very good food. Cuban sandwich was exactly what you'd hope a Cuban sandwich to be. Their entrees are unique, well put together and full of flavor.

This place is pretty great. It's family-owned, which was obvious when I saw a mother checking in on her customers with a little girl in tow. :) Everyone was sincere and smiling, and working hard. This is a small unassuming place in Meridian that we found online, otherwise I'm not sure we would have noticed it. Luckily, though, we did find it! The food is all fresh, homemade and authentic. I'm not Cuban, but I sure do appreciate comfort food, and I can see how comforting this food must have been growing up. My husband decided to get deep into it and ordered the Picadillo a la Habanera. This is a beef dish in a seasoned tomato sauce with raisins and green olives. I know it sounds weird, but it's kind of over-the-top yummy! The raisins added a touch of sweetness, while the olives contributed a salty bite to the dish. We were pleasantly surprised by this combination. We also shared a very comforting soup that we finished happily, and I ordered Camarones al Ajillo, which is shrimp sautéed in garlic....lots of garlic. I'm a garlic lover, so I was on board, and it was very tasty! I'm not sure what the green side sauce/dressing was, but I definitely wanted to dip everything on my plate in it, lol. I really don't think you can go wrong at this place. The plates are nothing fancy in the way they look. It looks like a family dinner, and it tastes like a lovingly made meal you'll want to come back and have over and over again. Will be back without question.

The food is so good I love the plantains and their chicken is always so tender. I love coming here and getting their coronaita. Very good place and I recommend it to everyone.

Still a huge fan of this lovely little family restaurant. They greet us like old friends, the food is delicious and served quickly. The sandwiches and fries are still my favorite but every thing I've had here is always good.

Stopped here for lunch. The restaurant was very clean and nicely decorated. Staff was very friendly and attentive. The prices were good and the food was even better, amazing! I highly recommend this restaurant and I will be visiting again on my next trip to Boise.

Fantastic restaurant. Right off the freeway. The first time we stumbled upon us was Sherlock and we stopped here whenever we're going through Idaho. The Cubano sandwich is incredible.

Due to my extensive travel history, I have built a very strong and picky tongue for authenticity. That being said, I can tell you Casablanca is the real damn deal. I'm about to tell you why. The entire menu at Casablanca is filled with what you'd find at a typical restaurant in Havana. I recognized many dishes that I've dined on and they were all delicious, so it was hard for me to make a decision. During my first visit I bellied up to the world-famous Sandwich Cubano (roasted pork, ham, pickles, Swiss cheese and mustard on a Cuban style bread). Man, I tell you, it was SPOT ON. Reminded me of my trip years ago when I had my first one. The meat was roasted to perfection, delivered a dynamite of flavor and was too damn good to stop eating! If you try one thing here, this is it! On another occasion I was served the Ropa Vieja (shredded beef in Cuban Creole sauce with onions and peppers. Served with white rice, black beans and sweet ripe plantains (maduros)). This also happens to be Cuba's national dish! Again, each bite took me back to Havana. Sweet, delicate and tender beef paired with fresh cooked rice and beans. The taste was outstanding. Boise lacks so many authentic cuisine but Casablanca reminds me that true food is there if you seek it. On another note, I absolutely loved our waiter both times. He was very kindhearted and humorous, took time to inform us of what each dish consisted of, which was super helpful for my very Americanized husband (nothing wrong with that - he just doesn't have the palate for authentic food like I do!). In a heartbeat, I recommend this to anyone who is tired of over-sweetened, sodium packed eateries that boast but fail to deliver genuine cuisine. Also, if you've never had Cuban food you are missing out on so much!!! And it's here, in little Boise so HEAD OVER AND SUPPORT THIS LOCAL BUSINESS that I love so dearly!

I loved the food. It wasn't busy at the time we ate there. It is quiet and the service is good.

The service at Casa Blanca is always 10/10 to go along with the amazing food. Love this place

So happy every time I come here! I'm a BIG food critic and this place hits the spot with flavor, presentation and authenticity! Thanks for the great experiences and delicious food!

To be honest, I've never tried Cuban food before coming here. I asked the waiter. What he suggested they brought me a plate that had like some chunks of cooked pork that was pretty dried out and flavorless. The plate also had a plantain which I enjoyed. And if I remember right, I think there was some oil potatoes on the plate. Whatever the case, I remember thinking I will never spend my money and come here again. Plus, it was pretty pricey for what I got. Very disappointing. I drove clear across town to get here because I had read reviews that it was good.

My daughter and I went there for lunch. She highly recommended, she's been there before. Always gets the Cubano. I had the grilled chicken salad with house garlic dressing. I asked for ranch as well and mixed them. I'll be back for sure. Our service excellent!! She smiled and was very attentive! Don't pass by this place without trying for yourself!

Great service...great food! Prices are very reasonable, especially these days. And they have beer on tap, what more could you ask for? We will be back.

Do yourself a favor and try this place. The ropa vieja is delicious as are the sweet plantains. Quick service too! Highly recommend, will be back!

Food was really alright, not bad at all but not surprisingly good either Service was good though

Our waiter was amazing! Super helpful and gave us plenty of suggestions. Out sangria was delicious. Our son got the garlic shrimp with a plantain cake, which he loved. Hubby and I split the Cuban beef sandwich our waiter suggested, which came with fries. - perfectly crispy with fry sauce, and we also shared the pork with beans and rice. I put some hot sauce onto it but it was full of flavor! It's comparable to Mexican food prices, and it was fun to try something new!

Last night we stumbled across casa Blanca really by chance, luck and a little help from Yelp!...we were on this side of town and originally were going somewhere else and changed our minds. Looking on Yelp my wife asks how about Cuban and always a little skeptical because most places that say they are Cuban really aren't and squally more of a glorified Mexican restaurant. Not the case here and so happy we decided to try it out. Inside is a very clean well aquatinted restaurant with staff greeting you with friendly smiles. Right off you can tell this is a family run restaurant with the whole family working. I say this because the service was so sincere and you could see the other older family members helping out some of the younger staff. For food we started off with the Marquitas which are crispy, thin sliced plantain chips, fried and served with homemade garlic sauce(mojo). These are so delicious and couldn't stop stuffing these in my face. They were so crispy and fresh while just a hint of salt. The garlic sauce was so addicting and for sure not a 1st date item, but these made for a perfect starter. For dinner we shared both the Fricase de Puerco and Pechuga de Pollo a la Plancha. Both of theses dishes were absolutely amazing. The Fricase de Puerco is tender pork served chunks of potatoes cooked in a homemade Cuban creole sauce. It is served with white rice, black beans and sweet ripe plantains. The Pechuga de Pollo a la Plancha is grilled chicken breast in garlic and lemon, topped with sautéed onions. Served with white rice, black beans and sweet plantains. It would be very hard to decide on a favorite here because both were equally unique and delicious. The creole sauce on the pork was absolutely amazing and once you mixed it in with a little pork, beans and rice it was the perfect bite. The same was for the grilled chicken as well and what made each dish delicious were the perfectly cooked sweet plantains. This was hands down one of the best meals I have had since moving to Boise and will for sure be back. I have seen some yelp reviews on here stating this is the best Cuban food in Boise and Idaho and I would agree and argue that its some of the best authentic I have had in a greater area bigger than Idaho. Well done to the owners and staff of Casa Blanca this was a truly amazing experience.

Yum! I went with a group of coworkers for lunch. I haven't had Cuban food in years, since I was last in Miami. The food at Casa Blanca was authentic and tasty. There are many dishes to choose from. My Arroz Amarillo Con Pollo was delicious. The chicken was fall of the bone tender. The saffron rice was great. And it was topped off with some sweet and savory pan-fried plantains. Our waiter was super friendly. They were pretty busy during the workday lunch hour rush. I would recommend showing up around 11:30 if you're trying to get a quick lunch during the week.

Been wanting to try this place for a while since moving out here. I miss me a good cuban sandwich. Also they have my favorite Malta that I can't find in any stores in the Treasure Valley. The waiter was also very nice. Next time I wanna try some plantain's!

We're so lucky to have this restaurant on the Bench! Granted, we've only tried a few things here, but they're consistently good every time. The Cuban sandwich is big - hubby and I will share one, along with an appetizer of croquetas. Service is fast and friendly. I'm glad they survived the pandemic, and hope they're around for years to come!

Delicious! Great service, nice decor, delicious food. Just wishing it was closer to home.

The food: this place has only gotten better over time, there isn't a single thing I've tried that I don't like. I get the bacaloa a la vizcaina and it is my favorite dish! My husband gets something different every time and this time he got the sandwich de pollo and he loved it, he hasn't had anything he doesn't like and he's kind of a picky eater sometimes. Inside out: the building is adorable and inside is so relaxing, it feels like a mini vacation. Even full this place doesn't give me the social anxiety of most crowded spaces. There is ample parking and easy to get in and out. The place is clean and well kept. The service: stellar. Just flawless. Even when I'm fed up with people and don't want to go to dinner (like tonight) but don't have the energy to cook coming here the staff is so sweet and patient I don't regret leaving my house. They always have a warm greeting and are friendly to every patron. Try it for your date night, you won't have any regrets! Also it's a great place to eat by yourself :)

One of our favorite restaurants in Boise! It is a hidden gem and run by the friendliest family of staff! Service is quick and we have become a regular here and love introducing this place to our friends and families. The ambience is cozy and welcoming too. I had their Croquettas, Marisitas pork, Ropa Vieja, Arroz con pollo, Piccadillo ground beef, Enchilado camarones, Bacalao, Cuban sandwich multiple times and they are always cooked to perfection and so delicious! Their prices are so reasonable for how much food you get too. I can't say enough about this place, family run is also a plus because they put so much efforts in making sure their guests are welcomed!

Solid Cuban food in Boise. My friend and I visited Casa Blanca Cuban Grill for dinner, and we had a nice time here. We visited on a Sunday evening and the place was packed because of a large birthday party, which took up all the tables in the center of the dining area. The party was having a great time, singing aloud, dancing in their seats and even the staff was joining in. Fun! The menu had a lot of classic Cuban dishes, with a full bar, including local and imported beers and drink specials. For dinner I ordered the classic roasted pork dish, the puerco asado, which came with rice and beans, yuca and grilled onions. I also ordered a side of the plantains with. It didn't take long for us to get our food and everything smelled good. The roasted pork dish was tender and good, but wasn't as juicy as I thought it would be. It was a tiny bit dry, but the lime juice from the yuca really helped add some flavor, as did the roasted onions on the pork. I ended up adding some hot sauce for some extra spice and flavor. Of the entire dish I liked the yuca the best. It was very soft and loved the lime flavor that it was cooked in. The side of plantains unfortunately, was something I wouldn't order again. It was overcooked, so had a candied flavor to it. I wished the plantains had been more plump and soft versus sticky. My friend ordered the fricase de puerco, which was a pork stew with rice, beans and plantains, which I had a bite of. Her stew was made with a creole sauce, which was fantastic; she really enjoyed her meal. Glad to have checked out Casa Blanca for some Cuban food, a cuisine I don't often have. Casa Blanca serves lunch and dinner, has a large private parking lot and there is a private room for parties and such. Staff were super friendly. After dining here it made me seek out some Cuban food back home. TBD.

Delicious food, good service. I was a big fan of the fried plantains and the creole flavors in my something something ropas. My wife got the cubano and we were less in love with it. I definitely recommend this place if you're around and looking for or looking to try it out for the first time like me.

This place made the best pork tamale I have ever had! I also tried the fried plantains off my husbands plate which I did not think I would like but they were so delicious! This was one of those meals you don't forget. Sounds crazy, but I will miss that tamale and those plantains. I wanted to go back the next day for lunch but we had to hit the road back home. This was the first time I have tried Cuban food and I will definitely seek it out again. Service was great too. Our server was prompt and very friendly.

The service was great from the moment we walked in. This is a really cute place. We tried the carne con papas and the bacalao. Both were really good . We also got a pork appetizer that was tender and tasty. I would highly recommend this restaurant if you want something delicious and different than the usual fare.

Amazing food service and restaurant The pork sandwich is moist and flavorful and just as good as one you'd get in Miami The garlic sauce is so good I want to take a bath in it.