Mi Cuba Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Cuban Sandwiches in Washington.

1. Mi Cuba Cafe

8.9
1424 Park Rd NW, Washington, D.C.
Cuban Restaurant · Columbia Heights · 41 tips and reviews

Víctor S.Víctor Sánchez: Try the Cuban Sandwich, Cheese y Guayaba Empanadas & Flan! Traditional Cuban food made with love. Great music, good energy and good people.

Ryan O.Ryan Olivett: The Cuban sandwich was awesome

Katherine G.Katherine Garcia: The Cuban sandwich is delicious! And I recommend the "croquetas de pollo". I've been there many times! And I'll come back! Service is fast and the people is really kind!

Cuba Libre is one of The 15 Best Places for Cuban Sandwiches in Washington.

2. Cuba Libre

7.5
801 9th St NW, Suite A (at H St NW), Washington, D.C.
Cuban Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 154 tips and reviews

Franco F.Franco Fernandez: Great ambiance, food, and service. The Bacan is one of the smartest veg dishes in the DC, the Cafe Cubano is legit and the bay leaf in my frijoles blew my mind! They got so many things right!

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: El Cubano is a must to try!

Brian M.Brian Medina: Amazing food. The Cochinito Cubano is made with the hopes and dreams of little kids. Also, ask for Maduros!

Colada Shop is one of The 15 Best Places for Cuban Sandwiches in Washington.

3. Colada Shop

8.2
1405 T St NW (at 14th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Cuban Restaurant · U-Street · 20 tips and reviews

David K.David Kirsch: Delicious veggie Cuban sandwich, feels a little healthier than the traditional ham and cheese version. Corn empanadas also nice.

John B.John Baker: The Piña Colada is delicious as is the Cuban sandwich

Anne N.Anne N: Empanadas, All The Way. Don’t waste your time with the Cuban sandwich or anything else on the menu. Get all empanadas, and you’ll be set. They are deep-fried and flaky...the greatest I’ve ever had 👑

Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Cuban Sandwiches in Washington.

4. Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe

8.5
1517 Connecticut Ave NW (at Q St NW), Washington, D.C.
Bookstore · Northwest Washington · 327 tips and reviews

Harry W.Harry W: the smoked Cubano is the best thing on the menu.

Steve M.Steve Minard: Catfish fingers, Cubano sandwich and Rogue Dead Guy. All pure yum!

Chad M.Chad Mairn: Probably the BEST Cuban sandwich I've ever had.

Lauriol Plaza is one of The 15 Best Places for Cuban Sandwiches in Washington.

5. Lauriol Plaza

8.3
1835 18th St NW (at T St NW), Washington, D.C.
Mexican Restaurant · Northwest Washington · 264 tips and reviews

Joe G.Joe Gizzi: Bistec Cubano all the way.

Phoebe M.Phoebe Michelle: Pitcher of swirl .. .feeling a bit dangerous? Add sangria on top!Food wise, Im in love with the Bistec Cubano but the Lomo Saltado and the Mar y Tierra are AMAZING as well!

Michael K.Michael Kauffman: Try the Bistec Cubano - Wow. Best yet on my whirlwind food tour through DC.

Duke's Grocery is one of The 15 Best Places for Cuban Sandwiches in Washington.

6. Duke's Grocery

8.9
2000 Pennsylvania Ave NW #3500, Washington, D.C.
Gastropub · George Washington University · 8 tips and reviews

Francisco R.Francisco Ruscalleda: Lots of flavor, great service. The cubano and choripan sarnies are superb!

Cesar C.Cesar Calderon: The proper burger is amazing. Add a runny egg

Lamia F.Lamia F.: You don't want to miss the proper burger and the local corn! 👍🏻

Denson Liquor Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Cuban Sandwiches in Washington.

7. Denson Liquor Bar

8.8
600 F St NW, Washington, D.C.
Cocktail Bar · Penn Quarter · 33 tips and reviews

Kathryn J.Kathryn Johnson: Denson's offers top-notch prohibition cocktails and (surprisingly) an authentic cuban panini. Best for small groups as even the back room only accommodates 8. Excellent service!

Andy G.Andy Grossman: Friendly bartenders & a solid oyster happy hour

Allyson H.Allyson Hartten: Perfect for a late night and some great craft cocktails. Very cozy and hip.

Tortilla Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Cuban Sandwiches in Washington.

8. Tortilla Cafe

8.1
210 7th St SE, Washington, D.C.
Latin American Restaurant · Capitol Hill · 63 tips and reviews

Melanie Z.Melanie Zucker: Cuban sandwich, plantains and chips

Christina H.Christina Hoenow: Horchata, tamales, everything!

Tracy R.Tracy Russo: Get the pupusa platter! It's the best $6 meal in Washington!

Eastern Market is one of The 15 Best Places for Cuban Sandwiches in Washington.

9. Eastern Market

9.1
225 7th St SE (at North Carolina Ave. SE), Washington, D.C.
Farmers Market · Capitol Hill · 143 tips and reviews

Stami W.Stami Williams: Cuban sandwich on the inside building is to die for.

Design*SpongeDesign*Sponge: During the week, an amazing market with fresh food, produce and flowers. On the weekends, it transforms into a world market. Read more.

Washington PostWashington Post: Eastern Market, a leafy, Capitol Hill neighborhood radiates from the city’s oldest remaining public market, built in 1873. Read this story by local Gene Weingarten. Read more.

Duke's Grocery is one of The 15 Best Places for Cuban Sandwiches in Washington.

10. Duke's Grocery

8.5
1513 17th St NW (btwn Church St & P St NW), Washington, D.C.
Gastropub · Northwest Washington · 133 tips and reviews

Matt S.Matt Silverman: Cubano sandwich is a must-try!

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: One of the top burgers in DC here called, appropriately, the Proper Burger: two patties topped with Gouda, charred red onion, sweet chili sauce, dill pickles, rocket & garlic aioli on a brioche bun.

Washington PostWashington Post: This is a neighborhood shop dedicated to scratch cooking. It draws inspiration from East London, but the sandwiches are just as much influenced by Argentine or Vietnamese street vendors. Read more.

Columbia Island Marina is one of The 15 Best Places for Cuban Sandwiches in Washington.

11. Columbia Island Marina

7.6
George Washington Memorial Parkway, Arlington, VA
Harbor or Marina · 7 tips and reviews

Majed A.Majed Alashari: Nice marina to walk and have picnic.

Saj M.Saj M: Great amenities. Park nearby. Good view of the pentagon.

BoatUS FoundationBoatUS Foundation: In need of a kid-sized life jacket? Columbia Island Marina is part of the BoatUS Foundation Life Jacket Loaner Program, ask a staff member how you can borrow a life jacket for FREE!

Capitol City Brewing Company is one of The 15 Best Places for Cuban Sandwiches in Washington.

12. Capitol City Brewing Company

7.4
1100 New York Ave NW (at H St NW), Washington, D.C.
Brewery · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 218 tips and reviews

RickyRicky: Cubano Sandwich is the way to go. Red kraut tastes like it was made with dirty tap water. Good micros. Grab the Cherry Blossom seasonal if its still available

Yilen R.Yilen Rodriguez: AMAZING JUICY BURGERS!!!! THEIR FRENCH FRIES ARE ALSO AMAZING! Their cuban sandwich is surprisingly good as well, i'm cuban and i give it 4stars! out of 5! pretty darn good!

Debbie G.Debbie Gray: Good atmosphere & great waitstaff! Kid friendly & food was good! Pub style & free pretzels are yummy!! Onion rings are tasty too!

barmini by José Andrés is one of The 15 Best Places for Cuban Sandwiches in Washington.

13. barmini by José Andrés

8.8
501 9th St NW (9th St NW between E and F St NW), Washington, D.C.
Cocktail Bar · Penn Quarter · 74 tips and reviews

BC .BC 😎🎶: A must do experience if you're into craft cocktails. Superb service. Make a reservation!

Washington PostWashington Post: The Obamas celebrated Valentine's Day 2013 at Jose Andres' Penn Quarter restaurant, which left Washington Post restaurant critic Tom Sietsema unimpressed in December 2012. Read more.

The Daily MealThe Daily Meal: With only six bar seats available for dining, this restaurant within arestaurant is arguably the country's toughest reservation to score. Read more.

Whole Foods Market is one of The 15 Best Places for Cuban Sandwiches in Washington.

14. Whole Foods Market

7.7
4530 40th St NW (at Albemarle St NW), Washington, D.C.
Grocery Store · Tenleytown · 22 tips and reviews

NiquelleNiquelle: I love the salad bar for lunch. Lots of selections

Ashley G.Ashley Groves: They don't sell Half Foods here.

Derek F.Derek Fromson: Value Meals, offered in the deli section at all locations, are a great deal. For $6,8 or 10, choose a main dish of chicken or pasta + 2 non-protein sides for $6, vegan +2 for $8, meat/fish +2 for $10.

The Cheesecake Factory is one of The 15 Best Places for Cuban Sandwiches in Washington.

15. The Cheesecake Factory

8.1
5335 Wisconsin Ave NW Ste 29 (in Chevy Chase Pavilion), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Friendship Heights · 61 tips and reviews

Rob B.Rob Bouknight: Great Happy Hour on weekdays from 4-6 with many 5$ appetizers, drink specials, and 5$ long islands that are quite effective. Huge menu with overly large portions.Unbeatable Cheesecake as name suggests

WineCountryMuseWineCountryMuse: Great service

SamanthaSamantha: Awesome red velvet cheesecake!