Okay, if you’re looking for the best Cuban sandwich in the world, you’re probably going to have to book a trip to South Florida. With that being said, don’t fret, here in Columbus, we have some pretty great options to cure that craving.
While I haven’t enjoyed each of these sandwiches just yet, I went to the trusty Instagram for suggestions and this is what I got!
Plantain Cafe
Details: Cuban, the classic – slow roasted pork, sweet ham, swiss, pickles and tangy mustard.
Price: $11.45, served with fried plantains
Address: 77 E. Gay St, Columbus, OH 43215
El Arepazo
Details: Cuban Sandwich – Ham, shredded pork, swiss cheese, pickles, mustard and garlic spread.
Price: $13, served with Spanish potato fries
Address: Gahanna, Brewery District. Click here to find closest location.
Tasi Cafe
Details: 3 Amigos Cubano – Pork Shoulder, Bacon, BBQ Pulled Pork, Dijon Mustard, Bolivian, Salsa, Pickled Veggies, Swiss Cheese
Price: $11, served with chips
Address: 680 N. Pearl St, Columbus, OH 43215
El Camino Inn
Details: The Cubano Torta : Ham, Chorizo, Salchicha, Refried Beans, Jalapeno, Avocado, Oaxaca Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion & Mayo
Price: $9
Address: 238 South 4th Street, Columbus, OH 43215
Starliner Diner
Details: Cuban Sandwich (Media Noche!) – Marinated pork, ham, Swiss cheese, mustard, pickles on a pressed hoagie roll.
Price: $9, served with plantains
Address: 4121 Main St, Hilliard, OH
Barrel & Boar
Details: Sliced brisket, country ham, swiss, B &B pickles, carolina remoulade.
Price: $15, served with choice of fries or slaw
Address: Gahanna, North Market, Westerville, Newark, Canal Winchester. Click here for closest location.
Brown Bag Deli
Details :#5 The Cuban – Smoked ham, swiss, pickles, deli mustard, mayo
served grilled on ciabatta
Price: $9.75
Address: 898 Mohawk Street, Columbus OH 43206
Soulshine Tavern & Kitchen
Details: Soulshine Cuban – Slow Cooked Pork, Ham, Swiss, Bread & Butter Pickles, Honey Mustard
Price: $15, served with fries, simple salad, or cup of soup
Address: 266 E Main Street, New Albany, OH 43054
Lox Bagel Shop
Details: Roasted Niman ranch pork, house made ham, house pickles, Swiss and sauce.
Price: *researching*
Address: 772 N High St Suite 106, Columbus, OH 43215
Pablo’s Havana Cafe
Details: Multiple types of Cuban sandwiches!!
- El Cubano – Pressed Cuban bread with roasted pork, honey ham, swiss cheese, pickles and mustard
- La Cubana – Pressed Cuban bread with grilled chicken, honey ham, swiss cheese , pickles, and mustard
- El Cubanito – Pressed cuban bread with honey ham, swiss cheese pickles and mustard
- Bocaditos de Carne y Pollo – Choose 4 sliders made from Picadillo, Ropa Vieja, Pork, Chicken, or ham with swiss cheese, pickles mustard on a mini sweet roll
- Tampa Cuban Sandwich – Pressed Cuban bread with genoa salami, roasted pork, honey ham, Swiss cheese, pickles and mustard
Price: $5 – $10, add a side of 2 tostones, 3 maduros, or french fries for $2 add a cup of black bean, red bean, or chicken soup for $3
Address: 9685 Sawmill Rd., Powell, OH 43085
Do you have a favorite spot to get a Cuban? Let me know!
