Cubamex — Restaurant in McAllen

If you’re craving truly authentic Cuban flavors in the Rio Grande Valley, look no further than Cubamex in Downtown McAllen. From the moment we walked in, the owner, Rolando, went above and beyond to make us feel more than welcome. His warm hospitality alone is reason enough to visit.

He personally prepared us two batidos—one mango and one mora (blackberry)—and they were absolutely delicious, creamy, and refreshing. We also ordered a Cuban sandwich and it did not disappoint. It was huge (easily feeds two), generously filled with pulled pork, ham, cheese, pickles, mayo, and mustard—pure comfort food!

To top it off, Rolando surprised us with a complimentary sweet treat—casco de guayaba with cream cheese—which was the perfect ending to our meal.

It’s so refreshing to find a genuine Cuban spot run by a passionate small-business owner right here in McAllen. Supporting places like Cubamex not only means enjoying incredible food but also helping the local small-business community thrive. We’ll definitely be back soon to try their media noche sandwich.

Highly recommended—this is...

Cubamex in Downtown McAllen is a true gem for anyone craving authentic Cuban flavors! The standout dish has to be the Medianoche Cuban sandwich absolutely delicious, with perfectly toasted, authentic Cuban bread that’s crispy on the outside and soft inside. Every bite was packed with fresh, high quality ingredients, clearly made with care and attention to detail. You can tell everything is freshly prepared, delivering that vibrant, traditional Cuban taste. The owner, who runs the show, is incredibly attentive and passionate about sharing Cuban culinary culture with the community. His dedication shines through in every aspect of the experience, from the warm service to the authentic dishes. Cubamex is a must visit for anyone in McAllen looking for a taste of...

I had the batido de platanito and a media noche sandwich…and let me tell you,I was close to tears with how good and authentic the food was. The owner makes it his own but the Cuban flavor and love was in the food,and it transported me back to my youth in South Florida eating my ex boyfriend’s family food. lol All that is to say I hope this small business is around for a long time because the valley is blessed to finally have...