Time Out

"This is your best bet for delicious Cuban in Boston. For over 20 years, the cheerily appointed Jamaica Plain restaurant has been the go-to spot for perfectly dressed Cubano sandwiches."

Boston Magazine

"If you’re hankering for tender roast pork, thin slices of ham, Swiss cheese, and pickles layered inside a crusty baguette (with a creamy mango shake for dessert), get in line. This local hot spot draws fans from Boston and beyond to feast on its Cuban sandwiches. It’s Little Havana every night of the week."

Terrence B. Doyle

"15 Essential Sandwiches Around Boston: El Oriental de Cuba - The Cuban sandwich at El Oriental De Cuba in Jamaica Plain is compulsory Boston sandwich eating. The exterior is crispy, and the interior is filled with savory pork and tangy pickles dressed with a gooey amalgamation of Swiss cheese and mustard."