Home cooked by GRANDMA! I was pretty amazed stopping by this little hole in the wall. I didn't expect much of it because I don't typically go out for Cuban food being Cuban myself. I made an exception for this little hole in the wall. We were instantly greeted and felt comfortable. It got full VERY quickly. As we browsed the menu, we noticed regulars stopping by and being greeted by their first name by the staff. That's when you know, they're regulars and the food is bomb. The Cuban food was as close to Cuban as it can get, in the streets cooking for people. It had a very home cooked taste that you don't typically find in the "Cuban" chain restaurants many know of in South Florida ie La Caretta, Latin America etc. What surprised me the most was, I saw the cook coming out when the restaurant was packed and everyone was eating. Of course, you cannot guess who it was? IT WAS THE GRANDMA. Yup! No lies. A , what appeared to be a 60+ year old grandma COOKING the Cuban food by the book. She puts Nitza Villapol to shame. Jk Cubans know who that is. A part of me was grateful a grandma was the head chef because only a grandma would still cook with that much care for masses in a restaurant. The other part of me, the granddaughter side, wishes she would rest. Either way, I'm grateful she was cooking the food in this restaurant. For that alone, I would come back to that restaurant and recommend it to others. If you are looking for authentic Cuban food, Don Carlin is the place to go. Service was fantastic , food was great, restaurant was cozy but not fancy and the prices were still reasonable for this day and age.
Pablo Montoya
Great Cuban
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Erin Eisenmann
Stopped here before a show a few wools ago for a quick bite, food was amazing, service awesome and friendly and cannot wait to get a bigger takeout order tomorrow for the family.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Empanadas
Ryan Wright
Don Carlin’s is a local jewel, the food is amazing and the staff are very friendly!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Empanadas, Soup
Ray Bannister
Check your credit card receipt. I was overcharged for a picture up order. They said that it's a printed receipt charge. REALLY??? A printed receipt?I used to come to Don Carlin often. I even sat and ate there on some occasion. They've just recently lost a good customer. I'm owed a lot for trusting them when I pay with my credit card.The food also went from good to bad.I'm not going back to Don Carlin.A lunch special does cost $12.29. I was told $10 & some change, which was the norm.READ YOUR RECEIPT!!!
Yoan Arguelles
It is a very good restaurant, the food is incredible, the atmosphere is very nice and the customer service is special, I recommend it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dan Allen
Food is usually good but portions have gone down too much over the past 2 years. Also too much salt on the lechon asado lately not always but
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Julian P.
This is a very good Spanish restaurant with great food and drinks, the people are very nice and welcoming plus the environment is classy. I'm a huge fan of the cubano sandwich and ropa veja fantastic
Kim Garcia
Good food and friendly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hanna M.
Outstanding place! Incredibly authentic with delicious food. We're weekly patrons, usually opting for takeout. I'd advise against Uber Eats due to recurring issues. The Vaca Frita is Chef's Kiss, Arroz Imperial, and breaded chicken are all delicious . Everything here is top-notch. Highly recommend
My go-to spot for Cuban food the moment I touch down in South Florida. Muchas muchas gracias!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ferdinand Ortiz
All reviews say that they have a great Cuban sandwich. So I was in the mood for one so I got one. It was not good at all. Lacked flavor and had sweet pickles instead of dill. Overall not good.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 4
Leandro Vazquez Comisarenco
Super well attended. The Colombian girl attended to us with a lot of love. The food is very good and abundant. Super recommended!!Parking: It's big, it's part of a shopping centerWheelchair accessibility: The parking lot is next to the door so I understand it is easy to access.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bistec de Palomilla Solo Arroz Y Maduros, Yuca Con Mojo
Angel Cortes (Angel Jr)
Delicious grilled chicken.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ubaldo Henriquez
I have been a customer for a long time and Mario almost always serves me. I feel like a friendly, respectful family and he already knows what my nephew and I like. It is a pleasure to come because in addition to everything I have eaten Excellent and combined with the cleanliness and a good service from Mario and the others have from Don Carlin the best of the atheist
Home cooked by GRANDMA! I was pretty amazed stopping by this little hole in the wall. I didn't expect much of it because I don't typically go out for Cuban food being Cuban myself. I made an exception for this little hole in the wall. We were instantly greeted and felt comfortable. It got full VERY quickly. As we browsed the menu, we noticed regulars stopping by and being greeted by their first name by the staff. That's when you know, they're regulars and the food is bomb. The Cuban food was as close to Cuban as it can get, in the streets cooking for people. It had a very home cooked taste that you don't typically find in the "Cuban" chain restaurants many know of in South Florida ie La Caretta, Latin America etc. What surprised me the most was, I saw the cook coming out when the restaurant was packed and everyone was eating. Of course, you cannot guess who it was? IT WAS THE GRANDMA. Yup! No lies. A , what appeared to be a 60+ year old grandma COOKING the Cuban food by the book. She puts Nitza Villapol to shame. Jk Cubans know who that is. A part of me was grateful a grandma was the head chef because only a grandma would still cook with that much care for masses in a restaurant. The other part of me, the granddaughter side, wishes she would rest. Either way, I'm grateful she was cooking the food in this restaurant. For that alone, I would come back to that restaurant and recommend it to others. If you are looking for authentic Cuban food, Don Carlin is the place to go. Service was fantastic , food was great, restaurant was cozy but not fancy and the prices were still reasonable for this day and age.
Great Cuban
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stopped here before a show a few wools ago for a quick bite, food was amazing, service awesome and friendly and cannot wait to get a bigger takeout order tomorrow for the family.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Empanadas
Don Carlin’s is a local jewel, the food is amazing and the staff are very friendly!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Empanadas, Soup
Check your credit card receipt. I was overcharged for a picture up order. They said that it's a printed receipt charge. REALLY??? A printed receipt?I used to come to Don Carlin often. I even sat and ate there on some occasion. They've just recently lost a good customer. I'm owed a lot for trusting them when I pay with my credit card.The food also went from good to bad.I'm not going back to Don Carlin.A lunch special does cost $12.29. I was told $10 & some change, which was the norm.READ YOUR RECEIPT!!!
It is a very good restaurant, the food is incredible, the atmosphere is very nice and the customer service is special, I recommend it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is usually good but portions have gone down too much over the past 2 years. Also too much salt on the lechon asado lately not always but
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
This is a very good Spanish restaurant with great food and drinks, the people are very nice and welcoming plus the environment is classy. I'm a huge fan of the cubano sandwich and ropa veja fantastic
Good food and friendly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Outstanding place! Incredibly authentic with delicious food. We're weekly patrons, usually opting for takeout. I'd advise against Uber Eats due to recurring issues. The Vaca Frita is Chef's Kiss, Arroz Imperial, and breaded chicken are all delicious . Everything here is top-notch. Highly recommend
Restaurantji Recommends
My go-to spot for Cuban food the moment I touch down in South Florida. Muchas muchas gracias!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
All reviews say that they have a great Cuban sandwich. So I was in the mood for one so I got one. It was not good at all. Lacked flavor and had sweet pickles instead of dill. Overall not good.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 4
Super well attended. The Colombian girl attended to us with a lot of love. The food is very good and abundant. Super recommended!!Parking: It's big, it's part of a shopping centerWheelchair accessibility: The parking lot is next to the door so I understand it is easy to access.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bistec de Palomilla Solo Arroz Y Maduros, Yuca Con Mojo
Delicious grilled chicken.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I have been a customer for a long time and Mario almost always serves me. I feel like a friendly, respectful family and he already knows what my nephew and I like. It is a pleasure to come because in addition to everything I have eaten Excellent and combined with the cleanliness and a good service from Mario and the others have from Don Carlin the best of the atheist
Service: 5