EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT – Spanish
El Cubanito Restaurant has served Port St Lucie's Cuban food fans for about fifteen years, built around a calm, unhurried dining room rather than a rush-hour counter. The kitchen works through the classics: ropa vieja, the shredded-beef centerpiece of any Cuban table, alongside pressed cubano sandwiches and a rotating list of daily specials. Beyond the regular menu, the restaurant caters weddings and family celebrations, complete with a photo booth. Diners describe it as a reliable stop, prized for its homemade taste. Service moves quickly without feeling rushed, and the room stays welcoming for a solo lunch or a family dinner.
1660 SE PORT ST LUCIE BLVD, PORT ST LUCIE, FL, 34952 772-215-5931 https://elcubanitorestaurant.com/0Cuisine: Spanish
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, south-beach, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT
Dairy-Free at EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT
EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT in Port St Lucie has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tostones and Ropa Vieja. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT
EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT in Port St Lucie has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tostones and Ropa Vieja. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT
EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT in Port St Lucie has 1 halal-tagged dish on its current menu, including Tostones. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT
EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT in Port St Lucie has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Tostones. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT
EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT in Port St Lucie has 1 vegetarian-tagged dish on its current menu, including Tostones. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT
EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT in Port St Lucie has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Ropa Vieja. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT
EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT in Port St Lucie has 4 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tostones, Milanesa and Cuban Sandwich. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT
EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT in Port St Lucie has 1 paleo-tagged dish on its current menu, including Ropa Vieja. 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 EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Croqueta Preparada | 14.5 g | 33.3 g |
| Cuban Sandwich | 15.7 g | 11.4 g |
| Milanesa | 8.8 g | 2.4 g |
| Tostones | 34.3 g | 1.1 g |
| Ropa Vieja | 5.5 g | 0.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Main Courses
- Ropa Vieja - $15.99: Shredded beef in a savory tomato-based sauce with traditional Cuban spices Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Milanesa - $14.5: Breaded meat fillet, typically served with traditional sides Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Cuban Sandwich - $10.99: Roasted pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard on Cuban bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Croqueta Preparada - $11.5: Cuban sandwich with added ham croquettes Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Tostones - $4.99: Twice-fried green plantain slices, thin and crispy Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT
- Is EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tostones and Ropa Vieja.
- What can I eat at EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT on a dairy-free diet?
- Tostones and Ropa Vieja 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 EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Tostones.
- Is EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT 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 EL CUBANITO RESTAURANT?
- Croqueta Preparada, at roughly 33.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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