MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE – Spanish
A Beach Boulevard Cuban kitchen in Jacksonville that plays it straight and plays it well. The counter turns out two Cubanos - the classic on Cuban bread and the Media Noche on sweet bread - alongside empanadas, arroz con camarones and paella for the table. There is also a pizza list with a Cuban accent, the Cubanita crowned with sweet plantains being the one people order twice. Diners keep returning for the portions and for a room that feels genuinely welcoming rather than performed. Honest Cuban cooking, generously served.
13770 BEACH BLVD STE 9, JACKSONVILLE, FL, 32224 904 374 2046 https://mamboscubancafe.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, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE
Dairy-Free at MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE
MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE in Jacksonville has 24 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Tilapia, Grilled Skirt Steak and Sautéed Steak. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE
MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE in Jacksonville has 19 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Tilapia, Grilled Skirt Steak and Sautéed Steak. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE
MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE in Jacksonville has 24 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Tilapia, Roasted Veggie Wrap and Black Bean Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE
MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE in Jacksonville has 7 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mango Chicken, Garlic Shrimp and Coconut Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE
MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE in Jacksonville has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Garlic Shrimp, Sautéed Mixed Vegetables and Fresh Juice of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE
MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE in Jacksonville has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pork Chunks, Garlic Shrimp and Sautéed Mixed Vegetables. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE
MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE in Jacksonville has 5 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Chicken Breast, Sautéed Mixed Vegetables and Garden Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE
MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE in Jacksonville has 10 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Black Bean Soup, Stuffed Plantains and Sautéed Mixed Vegetables. 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 MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Croquette Sandwich | 63.6 g | 95.9 g |
| Cuban Burrito | 51.9 g | 61.3 g |
| Empanada Basket Small | 1.3 g | 53.5 g |
| Empanada Basket Large | 1.3 g | 53.5 g |
| Cuban Fried Rice | 135.8 g | 53 g |
| Midnight Sandwich | 37.2 g | 50.7 g |
| Cuban Wrap | 69.9 g | 46.1 g |
| Chicken with Rice | 41.4 g | 41.3 g |
| Cuban Sodas | 84 g | 30.3 g |
| Grilled Skirt Steak | 22 g | 28.9 g |
| Garlic Shrimp | 0.2 g | 24 g |
| Mango Chicken | 4.3 g | 21.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Hours
- Friday – 10: 30 AM – 9:00
- PM Saturday – 10: 00AM – 9:00 PM Sunday – 10: 00 AM – 8:30 PMReservations:904-374-2046
Menu
Appetizers
- Mambos Combo - $14: (3) empanadas, (6) ham croquettes with mambos sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mambos Sampler - $20 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Plantains - $14 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Potato Balls - $9: Fried potato balls filled with ground beef Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yuca Cheese Bites - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coconut Shrimp - $14.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ham Croquettes - $9: Served with mambos sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Empanada Basket Small - $12: Choice of beef, chicken, guava & cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Empanada Basket Large - $14: Choice of beef, chicken, guava & cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Garden Salad - $8: Includes toasted cuban bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $8: Includes toasted cuban bread Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mambos Salad - $16: Grilled chicken breast with sweet corn, black beans, cheddar & mozzarella cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
- Black Bean Soup - $8.5: Includes toasted cuban bread and white rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Stew - $12: Includes toasted cuban bread and white rice Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Pork Chunks - $18.5: Tender chunks of pork flash-fried and topped with sautéed onions in homemade mojito sauce Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Pork - $19: Slow roasted pork shredded & grilled with sautéed onions in mojo sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Chops with Onions - $18.5: Two grilled pork chops marinated in traditional cuban seasonings with sautéed onions Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Fricassee - $19: Cuban-style slow cooked pork stew with yuca, carrots, onions & bell peppers Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Shrimp - $20: Ten succulent shrimp sautéed in house-made garlic scampi sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Tilapia - $20: Grilled tilapia fillet topped with grilled zucchini, squash & bell peppers Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mambos Creole - $25: Tilapia, shrimp & mussels sautéed with peppers & onions in a homemade creole sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Creole - $20: Shrimp sautéed with peppers & onions prepared in house-made creole sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sautéed Steak - $19.5: Sliced Palomilla steak sautéed with fresh bell peppers & onions Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breaded Steak - $19: Breaded steak topped with onions & lime wedges Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ground Beef - $18.5: Ground beef simmered with olives, raisins, onions & fresh red & green peppers Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Old Clothes (Shredded Beef) - $19: Slow-cooked shredded beef in house-made tomato-based sauce with sautéed onions & bell peppers Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Skirt Steak - $28: Charbroiled Tenderloin skirt steak served with classic home-made chimichurri sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Beef - $19: Crisp pan-fried shredded beef marinated in traditional cuban mojo sauce topped with sautéed onions Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Breast - $18.5: Grilled chicken breast marinated in mojo with onions Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Chicken - $19: Pan fried breaded chicken breast marinated in mojito sauce served with garlic & lemon butter sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mango Chicken - $17.5: Thinly sliced pan fried breaded chicken & sautéed red peppers in sweet mango sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Chicken - $19.5: Thinly sliced pan fried breaded chicken sautéed in a creamy mushroom sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Golden Chicken - $17.5: Grilled chicken marinated in Cuban seasonings and specialty cayenne pepper sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Cracklings - $18: Tender chunks of dark meat bone-in chicken marinated in garlic & Cuban seasoning, fried crispy Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Chicken - $18: Mojo marinated roasted bone-in chicken topped with house Mambos de gallo sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Milanese - $20: Breaded & fried chicken breast topped with ham, swiss cheese & marinara sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches & Wraps
- Cuban Sandwich - $14: Ham, roasted pork, swiss cheese, mustard & pickles Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Midnight Sandwich - $14: Traditional cuban sandwich served warm on toasted sweet bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Midnight Pork Sandwich - $14: Slow roasted pork shoulder & sautéed onions in garlic & lime mojo on sweet bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Sandwich - $14: Slow roasted pork shoulder & sautéed onions in garlic & lime mojo sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Sandwich - $14.5: Seared palomilla steak, sautéed onions, potato sticks & mayonnaise Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mambos Steak Sandwich - $15: Grilled palomilla steak, sautéed onions, tomatoes, lettuce, potato sticks & Mambos sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grande Chicken Sandwich - $15: Grilled chicken breast, bacon, mixed cheeses, potato sticks, lettuce, sautéed onions, bell peppers & mayonnaise Available at: dinner, lunch
- Croquette Sandwich - $14: Ham croquette sandwich with sliced ham, Swiss cheese and mayo on Cuban bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cuban Wrap - $13.5: Ham, roasted pork, swiss cheese, mustard & pickles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Quesadilla Wrap - $14: Sliced palomilla steak, peppers, onions, potato sticks, mixed cheeses & mayonnaise-mojito sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Quesadilla Wrap - $14: Grilled fajita chicken, sautéed bell peppers & onions, mixed cheeses and mayonnaise-mojito sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cuban Burrito - $14: Grilled chicken breast, black beans, white rice, sautéed peppers, mixed cheeses, mayonnaise & lettuce Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Veggie Wrap - $14: Grilled zucchini, squash, roasted peppers, onions, mixed cheeses & Mandarin-Mayo dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Rices
- Chicken with Rice - $18.5: Yellow rice & chicken garnished with green peas & red bell peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp with Rice - $20: Yellow rice & grilled shrimp garnished with green peas & red bell peppers Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Traditional Paella - $25: Chicken, shrimp, chorizo & mussels cooked in chicken broth with vegetables Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cuban Fried Rice - $20 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- French Fries - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Plantains - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Beans - $2.5 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, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tostones with Mojo Sauce - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Rice - $2.5 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 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Congri Rice - $3.5 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sautéed Mixed Vegetables - $5.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Yuca - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Tres Leches Cake - $8.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Flan - $7.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Bread Pudding - $7.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Custard - $7.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Beverages
- Soft Drinks - $3.5: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger Ale, Pink lemonade, sweet tea and unsweetened tea
- Cuban Sodas - $3: Materva, Jupina, Iron Beer
- Bottled Water - $2
- Fresh Juice of the Day - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE
- Is MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE has 24 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Tilapia, Grilled Skirt Steak and Sautéed Steak.
- What can I eat at MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE on a dairy-free diet?
- Grilled Tilapia, Grilled Skirt Steak and Sautéed Steak carry the dairy-free tag, out of 24 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE have vegan options?
- Yes. 10 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Black Bean Soup and Stuffed Plantains.
- Is MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE gluten-free?
- 19 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 MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE?
- Croquette Sandwich, at roughly 95.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
Restaurants near MAMBOS CUBAN CAFE
- Mambos Cuban Cafe — Spanish
- EMPANADA'S FACTORY — Spanish
- CASA IBERICA — Spanish
- CRUZ MEXICAN GRILLE — Mexican
- BAGELS R US — American
- PDQ — American
- SMALLCAKES CUPCAKERY AND CREAMERY — American
- VINNY'S RESTAURANT — Italian
- LA TAKERIA — Mexican
- JAX COOKING STUDIO — American
- YOON'S SPOON — Korean
- DICKS WINGS — American
