1928 CUBAN BISTRO – Cuban
Cuban home cooking, run at counter speed. Named for Mario Alvarado, born in 1928 and out of Cuba by 1961, and for his wife Pura, the bistro has grown to eight cafes across Jacksonville, St Johns, the beaches, Fleming Island and Fernandina without losing the point. Cafe con leche and cafecito are pulled properly. Pastelitos and empanadas move by the tray. The sandwich board covers the Cuban, the medianoche and pan con bistec, with tostones and plantain sticks alongside and chicken soup when the weather turns. Materva and Ironbeer sit in the cooler. Fast service, but never a shortcut anywhere.
3928 BAYMEADOWS RD #9, JACKSONVILLE, FL, 32217 305-244-5413 https://www.1928bistro.com/0Cuisine: Cuban
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, aip, alkaline, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at 1928 CUBAN BISTRO
Dairy-Free at 1928 CUBAN BISTRO
1928 CUBAN BISTRO in Jacksonville has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Green Plantains and Roasted Pork. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at 1928 CUBAN BISTRO
1928 CUBAN BISTRO in Jacksonville has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Green Plantains and Roasted Pork. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at 1928 CUBAN BISTRO
1928 CUBAN BISTRO in Jacksonville has 3 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Green Plantains, Cuban Pastry and Espresso Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at 1928 CUBAN BISTRO
1928 CUBAN BISTRO in Jacksonville has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Green Plantains and Espresso Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at 1928 CUBAN BISTRO
1928 CUBAN BISTRO in Jacksonville has 3 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Green Plantains, Cuban Pastry and Espresso Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at 1928 CUBAN BISTRO
1928 CUBAN BISTRO in Jacksonville has 3 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Green Plantains, Cuban Pastry and Cuban Sandwich. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at 1928 CUBAN BISTRO
1928 CUBAN BISTRO in Jacksonville has 2 paleo-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Roasted Pork and Espresso Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at 1928 CUBAN BISTRO
1928 CUBAN BISTRO in Jacksonville has 3 pescatarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Green Plantains, Cuban Pastry and Espresso Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at 1928 CUBAN BISTRO
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Cuban Sandwich | 15.7 g | 11.4 g |
| Cafecito | 1.3 g | 0.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Sandwiches
- Cuban Sandwich - $10.99: Roasted pork, ham, swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard on pressed Cuban bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Dishes
- Roasted Pork - $14.5: Authentic Cuban style roasted pork Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Fried Green Plantains - $4.99: Perfectly fried green plantains Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Pastries
- Cuban Pastry - $3.5: Traditional Cuban pastry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast
Beverages
- Cafecito - $2.5: Traditional Cuban espresso
- Espresso Coffee - $2.75: Freshly brewed espresso Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about 1928 CUBAN BISTRO
- Is 1928 CUBAN BISTRO dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. 1928 CUBAN BISTRO has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Green Plantains and Roasted Pork.
- What can I eat at 1928 CUBAN BISTRO on a dairy-free diet?
- Fried Green Plantains and Roasted Pork carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does 1928 CUBAN BISTRO have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Fried Green Plantains and Espresso Coffee.
- Is 1928 CUBAN BISTRO gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at 1928 CUBAN BISTRO?
- Cuban Sandwich, at roughly 11.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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