La Teresita Restaurant

5 different ways to eat! It can be a little confusing at first, but there are different parts of the restaurant that serve you in a different setting. Read the sign by the entrance. The service was wonderful, very polite and great recommendations. The food to price ratio is great with big servings!

Stopped by La Teresita, a well-known Tampa staple I hadn’t visited in over 20 years. It was once the go-to spot for hearty, family-style, home-cooked meals — and while the style and welcoming vibe haven’t changed, I felt the quality of some dishes has slipped a bit. I ordered the fish filet and fried shrimp, both of which tasted a little processed, like something straight from the freezer. That said, considering the generous portions and very reasonable prices, it’s hard to be too disappointed. The real highlight of my visit was the mango and guava fruit drinks — absolutely amazing! So refreshing and full of flavor, they alone are worth a quick stop when you’re in the area. I still appreciate La Teresita for providing affordable, filling meals in a casual, homey setting where families can gather and enjoy a taste of classic flavors.

I heard a lot of hype about this place and it exceeded expectations. Healthy portions and great food. Highly recommend

Great spot! A bit confusing to get inside, but the dinner service is very charming. The food is great, we had the puerco asado and the lamb and both were flavorful and tender. The portion sizes were generous for the price and included complementary bread. Would recommend

The food was delicious! Tasted like my grand mother's home cooked Cuban food. RoIando, our waiter, was excellent and so welcoming. We will definitely be back soon.

The food was exquisite. I ordered a bistec de palomilla (grilled palomilla steak), a red wine and a couple of sides. The best Cuban cuisine I have tried. The ambience was cool and the place was cozy. The customer service was very kind and on point. This is a returning spot for future dining.

My Tampa friends discovered this quaint Cuban restaurant. Everything is Cuban here, yes authentic. Ordered the ropa vieja. Very good. Service was quick and to the point. Great place for thy family. I'll be back.

After a long photo shoot with my coworker, we stopped at La Teresita for lunch—and it hit the spot. I had the bistec palomilla with white rice and black beans, and everything was delicious and full of flavor. The steak was tender, the rice was fluffy, and the beans were perfectly seasoned. Great Cuban comfort food and friendly service. Definitely coming back!