Savory sandwiches and grilled dishes anchor Latin American food at Havana Delights Cafe & Catering in Bartow, FL, with pickup.
Order onlineThe Cuban Sandwich
$11.50
Ham, roasted pork, Swiss, mustard and pickles on Cuban bread.
“I've had Cuban sandwiches from a couple hole in the wall places in Miami/south florida which were great, but the Cuban sandwich here is on a different level. They also have homemade hot sauce and it's unlike anything I've had before. Great place, husband and wife do it all there, 100% recommend this place.”
Shredded Beef/"Ropa Vieja"
$14.99
Shredded beef in tomato sauce with peppers, onions, and black beans.
“Excellent! Staff was wonderful and the ropa vieja was spot on! This is my new favorite cuban restaurant!”
12" Cuban Sandwich
$14.95
Ham, roasted pork, Swiss, mustard and pickles in a 12-inch Cuban sandwich.
“Delicious food for a good price, best cuban sandwich I’ve had in a long time.”
Havana Delights Cafe & Catering serves Latin American food with grilled seafood in garlic sauce, chicken simmered with potatoes, and Cuban-style sandwiches layered with ham, turkey and bacon.
Midnight Sandwich pairs roasted pork, ham, Swiss cheese, mustard and pickles on sweet bread. Empanadas come with beef or guava and cheese fillings. Yucca is sauteed with onions and garlic sauce.
Visit us in Bartow, FL, for dine-in, or order pickup or delivery. The Elena Ruz Sandwich combines sliced turkey, cream cheese and strawberry preserves on sweet bread for a sweet-tasting bite.
Filled pastry turnovers with a required filling choice.
“If you're looking for authentic Cuban food, this is the place to go. The food was so good we came back a second night for dinner. Oh and the empanadas are to die for. Family owned and operated, great food and super neat decor.”
“Grabbed some take out tonight. Tried the Ropa Viejo, Picadillo, some croquettes, and the empanadas. Our main dishes came with rice and black beans which were fantastic, as was, well everything. It was all absolutely delicious. We will definitely be ordering again. I can't wait to try some of the pork and chicken dishes next time out.”
Chicken & Yellow Rice/"Arroz Con Pollo"
$12.99
Chicken served with yellow rice; black beans are not included.
“I would give Havana’s 6 stars ⭐️ I was visiting from Hawaii and this family Restaurant was fantastic, clean, quick service. We had the plantains, chicken and yellow rice, Cuban sandwich everything was delicious. Mahalo ( thank you)”
Chicken Breast/"Pollo a la Plancha"
$14.99
Grilled chicken breast, onions, and black beans with a rice choice.
“Had lunch here a few weeks ago. Had the Chicken Breast. It came with grilled onions. It also came with yellow rice and black beans. Ordered Stuffed Potato on the side. Also ordered The Cuban sandwich for later. Everything was great. Not expensive.”
Chicken Salteado/"Fajitas"
$12.99
Grilled chicken strips with tomato sauce, onions, peppers and black beans.
“Cute little place in downtown Bartow. The people there are super nice, especially the older lady. Feels less like a restaurant and more like your best friend's mom cooking for you. I got the Chicken Salteado (pictured right), and my partner got the Ropa Veja (pictured left) and a chicken empanada. Super flavorful, the beef and chicken were so tender. I had to substitute vegetables for rice due to medical issues, and it's really nice to have a place treat it like food instead of an afterthought. Also, the cortadito makes life feel a lot better”
Flan
$4.25
A smooth baked custard dessert with a caramel topping.
“House made fresh roast pork.... yummy! Fresh bread and flan... flan that was so creamy & not eggy. It is fantastic! The empanadas are amazing, too! So much goodness!”
Green Fried Plantains
$4.00
Green plantains are fried into a savory Cuban-style side.
“I am born and raised in Miami I ate good food and bad food but this place is one of the best Cuban places I had in a while it reminds me of home.The beans and rice were nice and hot the meat was well seasoned and the tostones were crunchy and Didn’t have to much oil.will come again.”
Ground Beef /"Picadillo"
$13.99
Ground beef with olives and raisins in tomato-wine sauce, plus black beans.
“As someone with a Cuban grandpa that would make picodillo growing up I’m very picky about it! But this place is off the chain!!! Tasted just like I was in my grandpa’s kitchen. Sooooo good! Down to the Cuban sandwich and the plantaines highly recommend!”
Guava & Cheese Empanada
$3.50
Sweet guava and cheese fill a handheld pastry pocket.
“The Cuban and Miami sandwiches were delicious, as was the flan and guava & cheese dessert empanada.. Great little local restaurant. Definitely coming back to try some more.”
Homemade Ham Croquette
$1.25
A crisp, breaded croquette filled with savory ham.
“Havana Delights has the best croquettes i have ever had, cafe con leche thats smooth as butter, and a cuban sandwhich to die for, complete with their fresh baked bread and cozy cuban aesthetic (but also batman?) 10/10”
Homemade Tamales
$4.00
Corn masa tamales are wrapped and steamed for a savory side.
“Best tamales I’ve ever had!!! Super friendly staff and reasonable prices.”
Midnight Sandwich
$11.50
Roasted pork, ham, Swiss, mustard, and pickles on sweet bread.
“We were looking for something different to try and went to Havana Delights Cafe & Catering in Bartow. I had the cuban with ana beef empanada, son had the midnight and empanada, hubby had the thin top sirloin. I have to say that's the best Cuban I've had. The bread was authentic and very flavorful. The steak was a huge serving with vegetables. Definitely will go back.”
Pork Chunks/"Masitas De Puerco"
$14.99
Fried pork chunks come with grilled onions, garlic sauce, and black beans.
“5 Stars. We ordered take out tonight, everything was delicious. The Pork Chunks and chicken were perfect. 5 stars for the coffee and service too. Very Friendly. We will be back.”
Shredded Pork/"Lechon Asado"
$14.99
Shredded roasted pork with grilled onions, garlic sauce and black beans.
“The food was delicious. The chef (and owner) delivered my meal and said if it was too spicy he would prepare it again. He did! It was delicious! I ordered the shrimp and fish and my husband ordered the shredded pork. Both were delicious. The serving/cooking team made us feel very welcome (like family). I would recommend this restaurant!”
Shrimp & Fish
$17.99
Shrimp and fish grilled in garlic sauce, with onions and black beans.
“The best fish and shrimp I ever had, the best family restaurant friendly people”
Shrimp Scampi/"Camaron Al Ajillo"
$14.99
Garlic-sautéed shrimp with black beans; choose white or yellow rice.
“Delicious shredded pork with black beans and rice. My wifes cubano as good as Miami. Shrimp scampi delicious. WE WILL BE BACK!”
The Elena Ruz Sandwich
$12.50
Turkey, cream cheese, and strawberry preserves on sweet bread.
“Had the Elena Ruth sandwich and it was so good. Sweet and savory and delicious. Sliced turkey breast, cream cheese and strawberry preserves served as a hot sandwich with potato sticks sprinkled on top. Deviled crab was also good but couldn’t even finish it after devouring my sandwich. My husband had the Cuban and loved it, he also ate both potato balls we ordered. Will be back”
The Miami Sandwich
$12.95
Cuban bread with ham, roast pork, Swiss, chorizo, mustard, and pickles.
“The Miami Cuban sandwich made me taste colors and see sounds. My sons response was that S**t was good! and that place does it right! I cant Scobey doo this place enough.”
Vaca Frita
$15.99
Shredded beef with garlic onions, black beans, and a rice choice.
“AMAZING!!!! Best cuban food I’ve had from a restaurant!!! The vaca frita ordered crispy with extra onions with black beans and rice is the way to go!!! Don’t forget the sweet plantains!And on top of the amazing food, the owners make you feel like family. Christine and Alfredo are top notch!!!! We make the 30 minute drive to come here!!! Worth it every time!!!”
Yucca
$4.25
Starchy yucca root is sautéed with onions and garlic sauce.
“Wow!!! I used to live in Key West many years ago and my favorite food became Cuban food. My mom moved to Winterhaven and I came to visit, needing Cuban food. Omg, this Rooa Vieja and Palomilla Steak with Yellow Rice and Beans was amazing. Don’t get me started on the Fried Plantains and Yucca!! There will no visiting my mom without a trips to Havana Delights Cafe!!”
Yucca Fries
$4.75
Crisp-fried yucca sticks offer a starchy alternative to potato fries.
“Awesome yucca fries.”
Chicken Fricassee/"Fricase De Pollo"
$12.95
Dark-meat chicken and potatoes simmer in tomato sauce, served over rice.
Sauteed Shrimp/"Camaron Salteado"
$14.99
Tomato-sauced shrimp with onions, peppers, and black beans.
Beef Salteado/"Fajitas"
$14.99
Grilled sirloin strips with onions, peppers, tomato sauce and black beans.
“Felt like a Cuban home restaurant! Served like you were getting a home cooked meal. Cuban sandwich and beef saltado with yellow rice and beans were amazing. Love the vintage decor too. Big fan of Batman!”
Grilled Blackened Fish Fillet
$14.99
Grilled fish with onions and garlic sauce comes with black beans.
“Wonderful authentic Cuban restaurant recommended by a local friend. Had the garlic blackened fish with rice and black beans - done perfectly and so moist, flavorful. Not spicy but great garlic flavor and a perfect white fish for this dish. In the catfish family but more the consistency of sea bass just not as thick a cut. Loved it and will gladly recommend and come back to sample some of their beef and chicken dishes from ‘Mama’s’ and Papa’s Kitchen. Cute place - love the nostalgic atmosphere.”
Homemade Beans
$4.00
Homemade beans are served as a simple, savory side.
“Another spot that makes you feel like your momma made it with love. When I need that Hispanic fix after a long day, I can count on them. Been about this place for maybe 2 years now and they’re still at it. Highly recommend”
Stuffed Potato
$3.50
A filled potato served as a savory side dish.
“Great Cuban sandwiches and their stuff potatoes are fantastic”
Sweet Ripe Fried Plantains
$3.75
Sweet ripe plantains are fried until tender, with lightly browned edges.
“I love a restaurant that feels like home and that love was put into the food and I got that here!! Thank you!! I had the sweet fried plantains with blackened fish black beans and yellow rice!! Yum”
Thin Sirloin Steak/"Palomilla"
$14.99
Thin sirloin, black beans, onions, and a choice of white or yellow rice.
“My husband and I ventured and found this lil hidden gem. I felt like I was eating at my mom's house. I had a delicious palomilla steak, white rice and black beans with a side of tostones and salad. My husband had the Miami sandwich (Cuban with chorizo sausage). Both meals were sooooo delicious and savory. Ended the meal with a steaming cortadito. Our waitress was soooooo sweet and attentive. Excellent experience!”
Yellow Rice & Beans
$6.50
Yellow rice and beans make a simple, savory side.
“The best cuban food I've ever had. Should definitely try the yellow rice with black beans.Cuban sandwich was amazing.The owners were super sweet. Definitely will be coming back.”
Cheese Sandwich
$7.99
Swiss cheese is grilled between slices of Cuban bread for a warm sandwich.
Croquettes Sandwich
$11.99
Ham croquettes, ham, Swiss, pickles and mustard on Cuban toast.
El Bocadito Sandwich
$8.99
Ham, Swiss cheese, and mayonnaise on Cuban bread, toasted until crisp.
Omelette Sandwich
$11.99
Scrambled eggs, Spanish sausage, ham, and cheese fill Cuban bread.
Pork Sandwich
$11.99
Roasted pork with onions, garlic, pickles, and mustard on Cuban bread.
The Club Sandwich
$11.50
Toasted bread stacks ham, turkey, Swiss, bacon, lettuce, tomato and mayo.
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