Orlando, FLCuban

Black Bean Deli Orlando serves pressed Cuban sandwiches, roast pork, picadillo, black beans and rice from a carefully restored Colonial Drive building. The two location local operation feels equally suited to a quick coffee and pastry stop or a full plate, with recipes that stay direct, comforting and rooted in Cuban tradition.

Cubans On the Run is a compact Casselberry counter known for pressed sandwiches, roast pork and filling rice and bean plates. Service is geared toward takeout without making the food feel anonymous, and the straightforward menu makes it easy to add croquetas, plantains or a strong Cuban coffee to the main order.

Otto's High Dive centers Cuban flavors in both its compact kitchen and rum bar. Braised short rib ropa vieja comes with rice and beans, mojo chicken carries a chunky chimichurri, and pastel de carne and guava pastries extend the menu beyond entrees. Daiquiris, mojitos and Cuba libres connect the food to the Milk District room's cantina inspiration.

Numero Uno Cuban Restaurant offers a broad South Orange Avenue menu rather than limiting itself to sandwiches. Familiar rice and bean plates share space with varied meats and seafood, giving the dining room enough range for a sit down Cuban meal. Straightforward preparations and classic combinations keep the focus on filling plates that travel well for takeout.