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Back to Cuba Cafe
A Nashville Cuban classic, back after four years away in a southeast strip mall. Co-owner Alejandro Martinez bakes the bread for the Cubano.
#11 in Tacos + Latin
What to get
- Cubano on Cuban bread baked in house (two hams, pulled pork, cheese, pickles)
Insider tip
A Nashville classic that relocated from Trousdale Dr after four years away; co-owner Alejandro Martinez bakes the bread (Scene).
Heads up
Far from the core; confirm days open.
Find it
- Phone
- (615) 964-7119
- Website
- backtocubacafenashville.com
Recognition
Checked Oct. 1, 2026. Ratings are a snapshot from Google and Yelp; ranks are ours (how we rank). Something out of date? Tell us.
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