Marilyn M.
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3/10/25—-A Post-CrossFit Feast: When Hunger Meets Cuban Comfort Food
After surviving a brutal CrossFit workout on an empty stomach—not eating for 19 hours—I was beyond hungry. Some people do intermittent fasting; I call it accidental survival mode. But hey, I like to work out on an empty stomach, so no regrets... until the hunger hit like a freight train.
Thankfully, this Cuban café was just a one-minute drive from the gym. Perfect. No need for long decision-making—just food, now.
First Impressions: Buffet Style & Spacious Seating
As soon as we walked in, I noticed a buffet-style setup with hot, ready-to-go meals lined up. A tempting sight for someone who just burned more calories than they had in reserve. The place was spacious, so we picked a table further back to settle in.
It was getting close to 11 AM, but my stomach didn’t care—it was breakfast time for me.
The Order: Enough Food for a Small Army
I went for:
✔ Scrambled eggs with French fries (brought most of them home)
✔ Croquetas (because Cuban café = croquetas)
✔ Tostadas (because why stop at just one carb?)
✔ Coffee (of course)
✔ Orange juice (which I saved for later like a true planner)
My husband? He got an omelet, then immediately complained it was too much food—as he always does. So, we finally made a pact: from now on, we order one meal to share. (We’ll see how long that lasts.)
I also ordered boiled yuca con rabo encendido (oxtail stew) to-go—because the wise traveler knows, always think ahead.
The Atmosphere: A Gathering Spot for Hungry Workers
As we ate, we noticed construction workers filing in, one after another, filling up the place. That’s always a good sign—because if locals, especially hardworking laborers, eat here, the food is legit.
Service: Friendly & Full of Stories
Then there was Mari—so friendly, so talkative. She told me my name is very popular in Cuba, which made me feel honorary Cuban for the day.
Final Thoughts: Worth the Trip?
Everything was delicious, the coffee was strong, and the service was warm and welcoming. Plenty of parking, great home-cooked flavors, and a good spot to fuel up.
Would I go back? Absolutely. Will I drive 30 minutes to get here while hosting guests? Highly doubtful. But if you’re in the area and craving authentic Cuban food, this is the place.
Wise Words to End On:
"A good meal after hard work isn’t just food—it’s fuel for the soul."