Gordo's – Mexican
Gordo’s pulses with the vibrant energy of a tropical escape, where the savory aroma of garlic-marinated meats and toasted bread fills a space alive with soulful warmth. Golden, hand-crimped empanadas offer a satisfying crunch alongside masterfully pressed Cubanos and citrus-kissed pollo a la plancha, creating a sensory journey through the bold, sun-drenched flavors of traditional Cuban comfort.
South Lipona Road, Tallahassee, Florida 32304 +1-352-941-1764 https://gordoscubanfood.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, sugar-free, whole30, paleo, diabetic, pescatarian, mediterranean, plant-based, low-fat, heart-healthy, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, carnivore, volumetrics, low-fodmap, alkaline, detox, tlc, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free, mayo-clinic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its intimate setting and professional service, guests love visiting for special occasions where the food is consistently well-prepared and appetizing. Reviewers highlight the attentive staff and note that standout dishes include the delicious desserts, which provide a perfect finish to a memorable meal.
Menu
Starters
- Croquetas - $3.25: Ham filled and lightly fried. Order of two. Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Papa Rellenas - $7.5: 8 sharable potato balls Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Empanada - $3.95: Chicken, beef or black bean Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Empanada Sampler - $11.25: One of each: Beef, Chicken and Bean Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Cuban Sliders (3) - $11.25: Fresh ground beef and chorizo, topped with papitas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Cuban Sliders (4) - $12.75: Fresh ground beef and chorizo, topped with papitas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Bread with Butter - $5.5: Authentic Cuban bread and butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Garlic Bread - $5.75: Cuban bread with garlic butter spread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Bread with Tomato - $6.99: Fresh sliced tomato with garlic butter, lightly pressed Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Bread with Cheese - $7.75: Grilled cheese with garlic butter on Cuban bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Bread with Cheese and Tomato - $8: Grilled cheese and tomato with garlic butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Gordos Fries - $4.75: Thin cut fries with famous seasonings Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Mahi Fingers - $10.75: Fried mahi-mahi strips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Yuca Boiled - $5.15: Boiled cassava with mojo Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Yuca Fried - $5.15: Fried cassava Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Yuca Fritters - $6.25: Cassava fritters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
Burgers
- Frita Cubana - $4.25: Mini spicy burger with Spanish sausage, spices, and papitas on Cuban bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Gordo Burger - $13.75: 10oz beef, lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles, mustard, Gordo Sauce, served with fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger - $14.25: 10oz beef, spicy BBQ sauce, cheese, grilled onions, pressed, served with fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Cheeseburger from Paradise - $13.95: Beef patty with cheese, served with fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Papo Grande - $17.95: Two 10oz beef patties, double cheese, served with fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- La Pequenita - $10.25: Smaller burger (Gordo, BBQ Bacon, or Cheese style), served with fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Salads
- Gordos Salad - $10.95: Iceberg and romaine, onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, cheese, and bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- The Chef Salad - $12.45: 8oz ham and turkey over mixed greens Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida
- The Crazy Chicken Salad - $13.5: Grilled or fried chicken breast over mixed greens Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
- The Sailor Salad - $15.75: Mahi (grilled, blackened, or fried) over mixed greens Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
- The Rancher Salad - $15.25: Grilled palomilla steak over mixed greens Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida
Sandwiches
- Bread with Pork - $11.5: Slow-cooked shredded pork, onions, and mojo on Cuban bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- BBQ Pork Sandwich - $12.5: Shredded pork with spicy guava BBQ sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Steak Sandwich - $13.5: 1/2 lb palomilla steak, onions, and papitas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Gordos Chicken Philly - $12.95: Mojo grilled chicken, onions, peppers, and cheese, pressed Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Breaded Steak Sandwich - $15.95: Breaded palomilla steak with cracker meal and spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Cubano - $11.55: Ham, seasoned pork, swiss, pickles, and mustard Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Midnight Sandwich - $11.5: Ham, pork, swiss, pickles, mustard on sweet bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Sloppy Jose - $13.75: Ropa vieja and cheese on Cuban bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Main Courses
- Picadillo - $14.95: Seasoned ground beef, served with rice, beans, and plantains Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Grilled Chicken - $15.5: 1/2 lb marinated chicken breast grilled with onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Detox, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Rice with Chicken - $13.95: Yellow rice and chicken made with sofrito and beer Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Palomilla Steak - $18.25: 8oz thin cut steak marinated in mojo with onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Roasted Pork - $15.95: Oven-roasted pork seasoned with mojo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Old Clothes (Ropa Vieja) - $17.25: Shredded beef in tomato sauce with olives and spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach
Add-ons
- Gordo Sauce - $0.75: Signature house sauce
- Side Salad or Fries - $1.99: Add to any sandwich Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cuban Loaf - $3.3: Whole loaf of authentic Cuban bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol
Frequently Asked Questions about Gordo's
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews for Gordo's mention no specific concerns, instead praising the professional service, attentive staff, and consistently well-prepared food.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Gordo’s offers an intimate, soulful atmosphere with vibrant tropical energy, professional service, and a casual setting suitable for special occasions.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- The restaurant has a website at https://gordoscubanfood.com/ for information, though online ordering is not explicitly mentioned.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include the hand-crimped empanadas, Cuban sliders, Cubano sandwiches, pollo a la plancha, and various highly-praised desserts.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers love the intimate setting, professional service, and well-prepared food, specifically highlighting the delicious desserts and attentive staff.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- The menu offers keto, gluten-free, and low-carb options like Pollo a la Plancha, though specific vegan dishes are not listed.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Gordo's has an average rating of 4.0/5, with guests consistently praising the well-prepared food and professional service.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- Gordo's is ideal for special occasions, offering an intimate setting, professional service, and delicious desserts that create a memorable experience.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- Gordo's is suitable for families, offering budget-friendly prices, an intimate setting, and professional service highly rated for special occasions.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Pollo a la Plancha works for multiple diets simultaneously, including keto, gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, whole30, and high-protein.