El Cubanos

El Cubanos brings the vibrant spirit of Havana to Singapore with their authentic Cuban-style pressed sandwiches and Latin American flavors. Established in 2015 as a Muslim-owned establishment, this restaurant offers a unique halal dining experience centered around traditional Cuban cuisine.

Located at 1A Short Street #01-01, El Cubanos relocated from Jalan Kayu to their current premises on 8th June 2017, bringing with them an eclectic and warm decor reminiscent of lively Old Havana. The restaurant specializes in Cuban-style pressed sandwiches, with their Signature Pulled Beef Cubanos (1.90) and Grilled Chicken Cubanos (0.90) being crowd favorites.

What sets El Cubanos apart is their dedication to authentic preparation methods. Their pulled beef is made from beef brisket slow-cooked for six hours, then allowed to rest for another hour before being carefully pulled. Each sandwich comes with a generous serving of chubby chips topped with melted cheese and chili beef con carne, creating a complete and satisfying meal.

Beyond their sandwiches, the menu features founder-favorite dishes and an array of mouth-watering mocktails, perfect for complementing the bold flavors of Cuban cuisine. Rated 4.2 out of 5 on TripAdvisor and ranked #3,663 among Singapore restaurants, El Cubanos offers islandwide delivery or pickup through their website.

While there have been reports of temporary closure in 2021 due to lease expiry, recent sources suggest the establishment may have resumed operations, continuing to serve their signature Cuban-style fare to eager diners.