Easter weekend I was dog sitting in the area and I wanted to take advantage of being in a different neighbourhood. La Cubana had been on my bookmark list for a while and after reviewing the menu I was set on trying the short-rib plate.
Wow, I was not disappointed! In fact, I went back the next day and shamelessly got the exact same thing. I got the short-rib plate to go, subbed the rice and beans for extra purple cabbage slaw, and the fried plantains. I will note the plantain was done differently on both plates in regards to smashed on the second but not on the first, and it was a sweet ripe plantain the first plate and not the second. I love all plantains in any way so I don't care either way... drool. Anyway - service was very fast and friendly. The short-rib was delicious and everything you could want in a short-rib. They had crispy onions on top, which was a nice touch. I was really pleased that the meat wasn't submerged in the Guava BBQ sauce and it was enough to compliment the meat instead of over-power. The purple cabbage slaw was unexpectedly yummy and just the right amount of sweet. Everything is fairly well single-portioned and I can see how some would note the price. However, I do not feel that way. This is a delicious dish that I would never make at home and I am pleased to trade my money for it
I will go back again and plan to dine in next time. It is a small diner-like space with some booths and some bar seats. I might branch out and try something else... but cannot make any promises.