There’s something about Cuban food that transcends the plate. It’s not just the slow-simmered stews, the crispy plantains, or the fragrant rice — it’s the feeling you get when you sit down to eat. A warmth. A sense that someone who loves you made this.
Cuban cuisine is rooted in centuries of history, shaped by the island’s Spanish colonial heritage, African influences from enslaved populations, and the natural bounty of the Caribbean. The result is a cuisine that is humble and bold at the same time — built on simple ingredients like black beans, pork, citrus, and garlic, but elevated by time, technique, and heart.
At Azúcar Café, that’s exactly what we aim to bring to your table. When our grandmother Mamama made her famous black beans, she didn’t follow a recipe card. She followed memory. She followed love. And that’s still how we cook today.
The sofrito — a base of sautéed onions, peppers, garlic, and tomato — is the soul of nearly every Cuban dish. It’s what gives our Ropa Vieja its deep, savory richness, and what makes our Carne con Papa something you’ll think about long after the last bite. These are not fast dishes. They take hours of low, slow cooking, which is exactly why they taste the way they do.
If you’ve never tried Cuban food before, we’d love to be your first experience. Come in for a cafecito and a tostada on a weekday morning, or sit down for a full lunch with a plate of congrí and roasted pork. Let us show you why Cuban food feels like home — even if you’ve never been to the island.
We’re right here in Lehigh Acres, and our door is always open. Come hungry. Leave happy. That’s the Azúcar way.
