Cuban Burger – American
Cuban Burger pulses with the vibrant energy of Havana, where the savory aroma of slow-roasted pork and the rhythmic sizzle of the grill invite guests into a world of bold, island-inspired comfort. Golden-brown empanadas and crispy yucca fries lead the way to indulgent pressed Cubanos and "drunken" nachos, all elevated by zesty house-made sauces that bring a splash of Caribbean sunshine to every soulful bite.
70 West Water Street, Harrisonburg VA 22801 https://cubanburger.com/Rating: 1/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Cuban Burger
Dairy-Free at Cuban Burger
Cuban Burger in Harrisonburg has 22 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including El Original, Fried Sweet Plantains and Vaca Frita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Cuban Burger
Cuban Burger in Harrisonburg has 10 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Sweet Plantains, Vaca Frita and Tostones. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Cuban Burger
Cuban Burger in Harrisonburg has 25 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including El Original, Fried Sweet Plantains and Kids Pressed Grilled Cheese. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Cuban Burger
Cuban Burger in Harrisonburg has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vaca Frita and El Vaquero. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Cuban Burger
Cuban Burger in Harrisonburg has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Vaca Frita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Cuban Burger
Cuban Burger in Harrisonburg has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vaca Frita, Spicy Green Sauce (2oz) and Garlic-Lime Aioli (2oz). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Cuban Burger
Cuban Burger in Harrisonburg has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Cuban Burger
Cuban Burger in Harrisonburg has 14 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including El Original, Fried Sweet Plantains and Black Bean Dip. 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 Cuban Burger
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| El Vaquero | 41.5 g | 79.4 g |
| Drunken Nachos | 55.7 g | 52.4 g |
| The Big Makka | 78.5 g | 50.8 g |
| El Cubano | 4.9 g | 50.6 g |
| Fried Yucca with Green Sauce | 71.7 g | 44.5 g |
| El Jefe | 5.7 g | 43.9 g |
| Buenos Dias | 58.7 g | 43.1 g |
| Grilled Chicken Sandwich | 108.1 g | 41.2 g |
| El Vegetariano | 127.5 g | 36.2 g |
| Cuban Sodas | 84 g | 30.3 g |
| Cuban Cheesesteak | 11.2 g | 30.2 g |
| Beef Empanadas | 33 g | 26.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its convenient accessibility and immediate seating during busy event weekends, guests highlight the straightforward burger menu designed for those seeking a quick, familiar meal. Standout dishes include the classic burgers, which reviewers note are served in a no-frills, fast-food style that caters to diners looking for an efficient to-go experience when other local spots are at capacity. The atmosphere is often described as quiet and low-key, providing a functional option for visitors needing a rapid bite to eat near the university.
Menu
Snacks
- Beef Empanadas - $9.5: Beef-stuffed pastries, spicy green sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Rinds with Red Sauce - $9.5: Pork rinds, arbol chile salt, guajillo chile salsa Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Yucca with Green Sauce - $9.5: Fried yucca, cotija cheese, cilantro, spicy green sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tostones - $9.5: Fried green plantains, red mojó Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Bean Dip - $11.5: Puréed black beans, toasted cuban bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Drunken Fries - $11.5: Shoestring fries smothered in beer cheese, jalapeño, cilantro, and tomato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Drunken Nachos - $11.5: Fresh fried tortilla smothered in beer cheese, jalapeño, cilantro, and tomato Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $8.5: Cotija cheese, garlic-cumin croutons Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Cuban Sandwiches
- El Cubano - $14.5: Crispy roast pork, Black Forest ham, Swiss cheese, dill pickle, mustard, Cuban bread and hot pressed with butter Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Pulled Pork Sandwich - $13.5: Crispy pulled pork, sautéed onions, Cuban bread with red mojo sauce on side Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cuban Cheesesteak - $14.5: Crispy roasted and pulled local beef, sauteed onions, Swiss cheese, garlic-lime aioli on Cuban bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Sandwich - $14.5: Adobo-rubbed local chicken breast, lettuce, tomato, garlic-lime aioli on Cuban bread Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Fritas (Cuban Style Burgers)
- El Vaquero - $13.5: Crispy flank steak, rum caramelized onions, Swiss cheese, spicy-smoked aioli, matchstick potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Big Makka - $16.5: 2 patties, sesame seed bun, American cheese, lettuce, pickle, onion, maka sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- El Original - $10.5: Shaved onions, ketchup, and matchstick potatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buenos Dias - $12.5: Fried over-easy egg, bacon, American cheese, matchstick potatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- El Jefe - $11.5: Roast pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickle, mustard, matchstick potatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- El Americano - $11.5: American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle, ketchup, mayo, matchstick potatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Del Fuego - $11.5: Roasted jalapeños, bacon, pepper jack cheese, spicy green sauce, matchstick potatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- El Vegetariano - $10.5: 3-grain patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, ketchup, mustard, matchstick potatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon-Blue Cheese - $12.5: Bacon, blue cheese, caramelized onions, matchstick potatoes and garlic-lime sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Build Your Own Burger - $8.5: Burger and bun. You pick the toppings Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
The CubanBurger Chop-Chop
- Chop-Chop (Straight Up) - $8.5: Black beans over white rice, shredded jack cheese, shaved onions, lettuce, diced tomato, cilantro, garlic-lime and smokey aioli Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
House Specialties
- Vaca Frita - $20: Crispy roasted and pulled local beef, sautéed onions, choice of two sides Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lechon Asado - $20: Crispy pulled pork, sautéed onions choice of two sides Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo a la Plancha - $20: Adobo-rubbed local chicken breast, sautéed onions, choice of two sides Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Kid's Menu
- Kids Pressed Grilled Cheese - $8.5: Served with fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Chicken Tenders - $8.5: Served with fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Grilled Chicken - $8.5: Served with rice Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Homemade Desserts
- Caramel Flan - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Key Lime Pie - $6: Slice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
Sides
- French Fries - $5.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cuban Black Beans - $5.25 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Sweet Plantains - $5.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corn Grits - $5.25: Grits topped with bacon and jack cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Rice and Beans - $5.25: Black beans over white rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Rice - $4.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings - $6: Beer battered onion rings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Refreshments
- Guava-Mint Ginger Ale - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Fresh Squeezed Lemonade - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
- Fountain Sodas - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Cuban Sodas - $5.25: 12oz can Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
- Fresh Brewed Iced Tea - $3.25: Sweet or unsweet Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Sauces & Specials
- QBN Fire Sauce - $10.5: Fermented hot sauce with habanero, Fresno peppers, and tropical fruit Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Soy Free
- Garlic-Lime Aioli (2oz) - $0.55: Mayo with fresh garlic and lime Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Smokey Aioli (2oz) - $0.55: Mayo with smoked paprika and hot sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Soy Free
- Spicy Green Sauce (2oz) - $0.55: Cilantro, jalapeños, garlic, lime, vinegar and mayo Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free
- Special (Makka) Sauce (2oz) - $0.55: Ketchup, mustard, mayo and pickle juice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Cuban Burger
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The restaurant supports numerous diets including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, keto, high-protein, dairy-free, and heart-healthy options across its diverse menu.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Vaca Frita and Pollo a la Plancha both work for keto and gluten-free diets, while also being dairy-free and sugar-free.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ($) restaurant offers casual, no-frills dining with a quiet atmosphere and a fast-food style menu focused on efficiency.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors should expect a quiet, budget-friendly spot specializing in fast-food style burgers, efficient to-go service, and immediate seating during busy weekends.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers love the convenient accessibility, immediate seating during busy weekends, and straightforward, fast-food style burgers designed for efficient to-go experiences.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain information regarding the total number of reviews for Cuban Burger.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- The atmosphere is described as a quiet, low-key, and functional space that provides a no-frills environment for quick, efficient dining.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- To contact Cuban Burger, you can visit their official website located at https://cubanburger.com/ for further information and inquiries.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Vegan options include Cuban black beans and white rice, while keto and low-carb choices feature Vaca Frita and Pollo a la Plancha.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) restaurant offers a straightforward, fast-food style burger menu, though it currently holds a low 1.0/5 average rating.
- Is Cuban Burger dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Cuban Burger has 22 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including El Original, Fried Sweet Plantains and Vaca Frita.
- What can I eat at Cuban Burger on a dairy-free diet?
- El Original, Fried Sweet Plantains and Vaca Frita carry the dairy-free tag, out of 22 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Cuban Burger have vegan options?
- Yes. 14 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including El Original and Fried Sweet Plantains.
- Is Cuban Burger gluten-free?
- 10 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 Cuban Burger?
- El Vaquero, at roughly 79.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
Restaurants near Cuban Burger
- Clementine — American
- Black Sheep Coffee — American
- Ruby's Arcade — American
- Texas Inn — American
- Billy Jack's Shack — American
- Pulp Cafe — American
- Greenberry's Coffee — American
- Heritage Bakery & Café — American
- Drifers Cafe — American
- Sweet Joy's Cakes and Desserts — American
- Hangry Joe's — American
- O'Neill's Grill — American
