HABANA CAFE – Spanish
A small, bright room on Gulfport Boulevard where the kitchen leans hard on garlic, citrus and slow-roasted pork. The house lechon asado is done Oriente-style, marinated with fresh garlic, oregano, white wine and bay leaf and finished with grilled onions; the Cuban sandwich is pressed on crisp Cuban bread, and picadillo, breaded steak, champagne chicken and drunken shrimp fill out the board. Flan cheesecake closes it. Diners consistently single out the warmth of the service and the sandwich, though opinions split on how deep the traditional menu runs. Neighborhood Cuban, run by the owners.
5402 GULFPORT BLVD, GULFPORT, FL, 33707 (727)321-8855 http://www.habanacafe.com/0Cuisine: Spanish
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, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at HABANA CAFE
Dairy-Free at HABANA CAFE
HABANA CAFE in Gulfport has 16 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pork Chops, Grilled Shrimp Salad and Tuna Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at HABANA CAFE
HABANA CAFE in Gulfport has 14 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pork Chops, Grilled Shrimp Salad and Drunken Shrimp Entree. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at HABANA CAFE
HABANA CAFE in Gulfport has 22 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guantanamo Bay Shrimp, Spanish Salad - Large and Grilled Shrimp Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at HABANA CAFE
HABANA CAFE in Gulfport has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tuna Salad and Garlic Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at HABANA CAFE
HABANA CAFE in Gulfport has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Shrimp Salad and Garlic Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at HABANA CAFE
HABANA CAFE in Gulfport has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Shrimp Salad, Garlic Shrimp and Grilled Chicken Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at HABANA CAFE
HABANA CAFE in Gulfport has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Grilled Shrimp Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at HABANA CAFE
HABANA CAFE in Gulfport has 11 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Black Bean Soup - Bowl, Fried Green Plantains and French Fried Potatoes. 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 HABANA CAFE
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Grilled Chicken Sandwich | 108.1 g | 41.2 g |
| Tuna Salad Sandwich | 12.8 g | 27.4 g |
| Pork Chops | 130.5 g | 25.5 g |
| Garlic Shrimp | 0.2 g | 24 g |
| Ham and Cheese Sandwich | 35.1 g | 23.6 g |
| Palomilla Steak Sandwich | 53.3 g | 22.7 g |
| Grilled Fish Fillet | 17.1 g | 16.5 g |
| Cafe con Leche | 22.5 g | 14.8 g |
| Pork Sandwich | 33.3 g | 12.1 g |
| Tuna Salad | 7.1 g | 12 g |
| Cuban Sandwich | 15.7 g | 11.4 g |
| Grilled Chicken Salad | 2 g | 7.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Appetizers & Soups
- Our Famous Roasted Pork - $8.95: Pork roasted and seasoned to perfection Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Potato Balls - $8.95: Two homemade mashed potato balls, stuffed with picadillo and slow roasted pork, then deep fried Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guantanamo Bay Shrimp - $9.95: Tender bare back shrimp, seasoned and grilled in a light oil Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corona Battered Onion Rings - $6.95: Spanish onions dipped in beer batter and fried to golden perfection Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Drunken Shrimp - $8.95: White wine, olive oil, garlic, onions and mojo sauce sauté Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Butterfly Shrimp - $7.95: Fresh jumbo shrimp, breaded and deep fried Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Shrimp - $8.95: Fresh garlic, white wine, butter and parsley sauté Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Bean Soup - Cup - $4.95: Black Bean a la Menocal Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Bean Soup - Bowl - $6.95: Black Bean a la Menocal Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Spanish Salad - Large - $9.95: Iceberg lettuce, tomato, cucumber, green olives, feta cheese, and parmesan cheese with special dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Salad Cuban Style - $9.95: Oven roasted chicken meat mixed with diced potatoes on Spanish Salad Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Salad - $9.95: Traditional tuna salad on iceberg lettuce with tomato wedges Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Salad - $13.95: Tender palomilla style strips of chicken served over a large Spanish Salad Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Palomilla Steak Salad - $14.95: Boneless sirloin strips served over a large Spanish Salad Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Shrimp Salad - $15.95: Grilled Shrimp served over a large Spanish Salad Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Cuban Sandwich - $8.95: Sliced sweet ham, roast pork, Swiss cheese, pickles and mustard pressed on Cuban bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Sandwich - $9.95: Slow roasted pork served with grilled onions and mojo sauce on Cuban bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Sandwich - $9.95: Grilled chicken breast topped with melted Swiss cheese on Cuban bread Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Palomilla Steak Sandwich - $9.95: Palomilla steak topped with grilled onions and string potatoes on Cuban bread Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ham and Cheese Sandwich - $6.95: Sliced sweet ham and Swiss cheese, mayo and mustard Available at: lunch
- Tuna Salad Sandwich - $6.95: Traditional tuna salad on Cuban Bread with mayo Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Entrees
- Picadillo - $16.95: Ground sirloin of beef, onions, bell peppers, garlic, tomatoes, potatoes, green olives and raisins Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Steak - $15.95: Breast of chicken sautéed and seasoned with oregano, garlic and lime juice, served with grilled onions Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Palomilla Steak - $16.95: Sirloin of beef seasoned with fresh garlic and lime juice, garnished with raw onions and parsley Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Pork Oriente Style - $18.95: Pork roasted and seasoned with garlic, oregano, white wine and laurel leaves topped with grilled onions Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Chops - $19.95: Two loin pork chops seasoned with garlic, cumin, oregano and lime juice; grilled with onions Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken with Rice (Friday Only) - $18.95: Chicken cooked with Valencia rice in beer and wine, seasoned with garlic, cumin, oregano, peppers and onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Piccata - $17.95: Chicken breast sautéed in a light sauce of capers, scallions, white wine, lemon & butter Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Creole - $18.95: Shrimp cooked in a creole sauce with garlic, onions, green peppers and burgundy wine Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Drunken Shrimp Entree - $18.95: Drunken shrimp sauteed in olive oil, white wine, onions, garlic and mojo sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breaded Shrimp - $18.95: Large butterfly shrimp breaded and deep fried Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Fillet Breaded - $17.95: Fillet of fresh fish breaded in plantain chips and pan fried Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Fish Fillet - $17.95: Fillet of fresh fish grilled in butter with garlic and sazon completa Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Side Orders
- Fried Sweet Plantains - $4.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Rice - $3.95 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
- Yellow Rice - $3.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fried Potatoes - $4.95: Large basket Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Toasted Buttered Cuban Bread - $2.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Side of Veggies - $6.95 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
- Fried Green Plantains - $5.95: Tostones Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Flan - $5.95: Traditional custard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Cream Cheese Flan - $7.95: House Specialty Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Cafe Cubano - $1.95: Demitasse
- American Coffee or Tea - $1.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Cafe con Leche - $2.95
- Pepsi Fountain Soda - $1.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Canned Beverages - $1.95: Malta, Iron Beer, Materva Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Homemade Sangria - Glass - $5.95: Red, Yellow, or Champagne Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about HABANA CAFE
- Is HABANA CAFE dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. HABANA CAFE has 16 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pork Chops, Grilled Shrimp Salad and Tuna Salad.
- What can I eat at HABANA CAFE on a dairy-free diet?
- Pork Chops, Grilled Shrimp Salad and Tuna Salad carry the dairy-free tag, out of 16 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does HABANA CAFE have vegan options?
- Yes. 11 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Black Bean Soup - Bowl and Fried Green Plantains.
- Is HABANA CAFE gluten-free?
- 14 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 HABANA CAFE?
- Grilled Chicken Sandwich, at roughly 41.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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