🍖 Toronto's Cuban Gem｜Crispy Pork Belly at La Cubana

Ossington's Retro Cuban Hideout Just found this Ossington hotspot—one bite of their crispy pork belly and I'm already planning my next visit! The vintage Cuban vibes here are chef's kiss, and every dish feels like a carnivore's dream. Scroll down—you'll start drooling too. 🍽️ Menu Highlights That'll Make You Drool 🥗 Jicama Salad Tropical crunch: ✅ Local jicama (tastes like a pear) mixed with green apples and lettuce ✅ Huge portion—even two of us couldn't finish! 🍟 Yuca Fries Fiber-rich goodness: ✅ Golden-crispy cassava fries, texture like a cross between taro and sweet potato ✅ Served with a zesty dipping sauce that's addictive 🐮 Guava Short Rib Fork-tender magic: ✅ Beef so tender it falls apart at the touch of a fork ✅ Sweet-savory guava glaze—perfect for Chinese palates! 🐷 Crispy Pork Belly (Must-Order!) 💘 Fat-to-meat perfection: ✅ 60% fat, 40% meat—crispy caramelized skin, melt-in-mouth fat that's never greasy ✅ Flavors are totally different from Asian styles, but trust me—you'll love it! 🍹 Alcohol-Free Drinks Staff recommendations: ✅ Both were refreshing, but ask for the guava limeade—it's a tropical explosion 🌟 The Only "Con" + Pro Tips Staple truth: ❌ Black rice and plantain pancakes aren't as filling as white rice, but they're authentic Cuban sides! Location deets: ✅ Two locations—Ossington's service and ambiance are top-notch ✅ Walk-ins are usually okay, but go early for dinner Post-meal treat: ✅ Cross the street for Bang Ice Cream—perfect end to the meal! 📍 Where to Find It La Cubana (Ossington location) #CubanCuisine #TorontoEats #FoodieFind