El Cubo de Cuba – Mexican
This lively Cuban retreat pulses with tropical energy, drawing guests in with the irresistible aroma of slow-roasted meats and the rhythmic clinking of glasses during a spirited happy hour. Golden-crusted empanadas and perfectly pressed sandwiches find their match in sweet, caramelized plantains and refreshing rum cocktails, creating a soulful dining experience that captures the sun-soaked spirit of the islands.
3106, Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard, Portland, OR, 97214 +19715447801 https://www.cuboportland.com0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at El Cubo de Cuba
Dairy-Free at El Cubo de Cuba
El Cubo de Cuba in Portland has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Plantains and Happy Hour Sides. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at El Cubo de Cuba
El Cubo de Cuba in Portland has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Plantains and Happy Hour Sides. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at El Cubo de Cuba
El Cubo de Cuba in Portland has 2 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Plantains and Happy Hour Sides. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at El Cubo de Cuba
El Cubo de Cuba in Portland has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Plantains and Happy Hour Rum Cocktails. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at El Cubo de Cuba
El Cubo de Cuba in Portland has 2 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Plantains and Happy Hour Rum Cocktails. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at El Cubo de Cuba
El Cubo de Cuba in Portland has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Plantains. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at El Cubo de Cuba
El Cubo de Cuba in Portland has 2 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Plantains and Happy Hour Pints. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Mediterranean at El Cubo de Cuba
El Cubo de Cuba in Portland has 1 mediterranean-tagged dish on its current menu, including Plantains. 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 Cubo de Cuba
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Happy Hour Pints | 14.3 g | 3.1 g |
| Empanadas | 12.2 g | 0.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Happy Hour Specials
Available Monday-Thursday 3pm-6pm and Every Night 8pm-Close
- Half Sandwich with Plantains - $8: Half Cuban sandwich served with a side of plantains Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Happy Hour Sides - $5: Selection of Cuban sides Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Empanadas: Gluten-free Cuban style empanadas Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Plantains: Traditional Cuban plantains 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, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Happy Hour Pints - $4: Draft beer selection Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal
- Happy Hour Rum Cocktails - $7: House rum cocktails Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about El Cubo de Cuba
- Is El Cubo de Cuba dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. El Cubo de Cuba has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Plantains and Happy Hour Sides.
- What can I eat at El Cubo de Cuba on a dairy-free diet?
- Plantains and Happy Hour Sides 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 Cubo de Cuba have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Plantains and Happy Hour Rum Cocktails.
- Is El Cubo de Cuba 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 Cubo de Cuba?
- Happy Hour Pints, at roughly 3.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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