Thursday, October 10, 2024

Cafe Cuba & Cakes - Hawthorne


So this is what Potato Balls are supposed to taste like. Still warm from the Doordasher’s car to my doorstep, these wonder-balls boast a super-crispy breaded crust which encases a firm layer of mashed potato, shielding a moist and well-seasoned ground beef core. Perfect spheres, packed with flavor, absolutely spectacular.


Sandwiches are another specialty here, especially the deceptively simple Cubano. It’s a layered ham and cheese, but the slices of roasted pork, smear of smooth mustard and interspersed bits of pickle give it a subtly elegant finish. 


The Bistec de Milanese features a very tender cutlet, but it seems less exciting as it comes across a bit blandly. More tang to the onion and pepper mix would have made all the difference.


Pan Con Lechon, what a luxury. A roll stuffed to the gills with roasted pork is so filling and full of comfort. The pork just has milder garlic notes, but the the tenderness and texture are so good I don’t mind it having less punch. That said, if you add a dash of whatever hot sauce you have at home, the result is bound to be better, 

I’m sad you can’t Doordash the desserts, but I’m quite happy with the sandwiches anyway. They’re a good size and a fair price, and despite being packed full of protein, they’re quite well-balanced. Would definitely eat these again. 

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