El Cubano
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- On-Set Catering
- Family Events
- Corporate Catering
- Vegans & Vegetarians



El Cubano Menu
Appetizers
Stuffed Potato Balls (2 units)
Crispy, golden-fried mashed potato croquettes stuffed with your choice of filling: Picadillo (Seasoned traditional ground beef) or Queso (Melted, creamy cheese).
Ham or Chicken Croquettes (4 units)
Crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, made with a traditional Cuban recipe.
French Fries
Classic fries, golden and crunchy, seasoned only with a touch of sea salt.
Traditional Boiled Yuca with Mojo
Tender boiled yuca, soft and perfectly seasoned, drizzled with hot garlic mojo, olive oil, and citrus.
Tostones
Portion of fried green bananas with garlic sauce
Sweet Plantains
Slightly sweet fried ripe bananas
Authentic Cuban Tamal
Traditional corn tamale mixed with pieces of seasoned pork, wrapped in corn husk with garlic sauce.
Fried Yuca with Mojo
Soft cassava sticks on the inside and crispy on the outside, bathed in our traditional garlic and lemon sauce.
House Salad
Fresh mix of crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and sliced onions with a light citrus dressing.
Main
Cuban Sandwich
Plassic CUBAN SANDWICH Crispy Cuban bread grilled with butter, ham, roast pork, Swiss cheese, pickles, and artisan mustard. Includes 1 side of your choice: French fries, tostones, or fried yuca.
Sandwich
ROAST PORK Sandwich (Pan con Lechón) Crispy Cuban bread filled with tender roast pork, topped with plenty of grilled onions marinated in our house garlic mojo and a touch of citrus. Includes 1 side of your choice: French fries, tostones, or fried yuca.
Sandwich
SHREDDED BEEF Sandwich NEW! (Pan con Ropa Vieja) Crispy Cuban bread filled with our traditional juicy shredded flank steak, melted Swiss cheese, and a touch of house garlic mayo. Includes 1 side of your choice: French fries, tostones, or fried yuca.
Bowl ( VEGAN & VEGETARIAN)
🌱 VEGAN & VEGETARIAN OPTION / OPCIÓN VEGANA Y VEGETARIANA * The Cuban Veggie Bowl — / El Veggie Bowl Cubano — * 100% plant-based option full of authentic criollo flavor. Served over a base of white rice and traditional black beans, or a base of moros y cristianos (congrí), alongside tender boiled yuca with garlic mojo, sweet plantains, and fresh avocado slices. (Optional: swap sweet plantains for crispy tostones) [100% Vegan & Gluten-Free]
Cuban Bowl ( Shredded Beef )
White rice and traditional Cuban black beans, or moros y cristianos (congrí), served with your choice of protein. All bowls include 1 side of your choice: French fries, tostones, sweet plantains, fried yuca, traditional boiled yuca with mojo, or house salad. * Shredded Beef (Ropa Vieja): Juicy shredded flank steak braised for hours with a rich sofrito of sweet peppers, onions, and garlic, simmered in a delicate dry wine and seasoned tomato sauce reduction.
Cuban Bowl ( Grilled Mojo Chicken )
White rice and traditional Cuban black beans, or moros y cristianos (congrí), served with your choice of protein. All bowls include 1 side of your choice: French fries, tostones, sweet plantains, fried yuca, traditional boiled yuca with mojo, or house salad. * Grilled Mojo Chicken (Pollo al Mojo): Tender chicken breast strips deeply marinated in our vibrant citrus-garlic mojo, grilled to order for a perfect char and signature smoky flavor.
Cuban Bowl (Roast Pork)
White rice and traditional Cuban black beans, or moros y cristianos (congrí), served with your choice of protein. All bowls include 1 side of your choice: French fries, tostones, sweet plantains, fried yuca, traditional boiled yuca with mojo, or house salad. * Roast Pork (Lechón Asado): Premium pork shoulder marinated for 12 hours in authentic citrus-garlic mojo, slow-roasted for 6 hours, and finished on a live-fire grill for a juicy center and crispy edges.
Desserts
Guava and Cheese Pastry
Crispy puff pastry filled with guava candy and cream cheese
Rice Pudding
Creamy and traditional rice pudding flavored with a touch of cinnamon and lemon.
Drinks
Natural Juices
Watermelon Pineapple
Cuban Coffee
Authentic hot espresso with sweet "espumita" foam (Colada or Cortadito).
Cuban & Tropical Sodas
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Fanta , Pepsi , Ironbeer, Jupiña, Malta Hatuey.
Water
Bottled water
Past Catering Events
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About El Cubano
Signature offerings include the Classic Cuban Sandwich, slow-roasted Lechón Asado, and traditional Ropa Vieja prepared with tender shredded beef and authentic seasonings. Guests can also enjoy hearty Cuban Bowls served with black beans and rice, crispy tostones, or fried yuca, while the Cuban Veggie Bowl provides a flavorful plant-based option. House-made citrus-garlic mojo adds a distinctive touch throughout the menu, complementing favorites like croquettes, stuffed potato balls, and authentic Cuban tamales.
El Cubano is an excellent choice for corporate events, private parties, festivals, and community gatherings throughout Los Angeles, CA. Refreshing tropical beverages, authentic Cuban coffee, and classic desserts like guava and cheese pastries help complete the experience. Whether guests are discovering Cuban food for the first time or reconnecting with familiar flavors, El Cubano delivers Cuban food with soul in every bite.
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