HIP HOP
CUBAN CAFÉ
NO BS.
THE LINEUP
Chef Gus is always experimenting. Here's what's dropping hot daily.
Everything Bagel
Cream cheese, everything bagel seasoning, pure Jersey innovation.
Taylor Ham, Egg & Cheese
The NJ breakfast classic, wrapped in handmade dough.
Guava & Cheese
Sweet guava paste and melted cream cheese. A Cuban dessert classic.
FROM THE GARAGE
TO THE BLOCK
It started in a two-car garage. A family recipe. A dream that didn't make sense on paper.
Today, Cubita Café is the place North Jersey won't shut up about — Cuban coffee, handmade empanadas, and a vibe you can't manufacture. We didn't plan any of this. It just happened.
THE FULL STORYMeet Gus & the full Cubita story —
NOT A RESTAURANT.
A FEELING.
We're a hip hop Cuban café. That means the playlist is fire, the coffee is strong, and the energy is real. No white tablecloths. Just good food and Jersey attitude.
PULL UP"Honestly the best empanadas I've ever had. This place is a gem."
— Some guy on Google
No stock. Just the vibe.
BRING THE NOISE
CATERING
Cuban trays for offices, parties and weddings. Feed the whole crew, look like a hero.
FEED THE PEOPLEWe'd follow up with details as soon as we can.
FOOD TRUCK
Pulling up to parking lots, block parties, and weddings across North Jersey.
BOOK THE TRUCKTell us the date and we'd roll up with the truck.
HALL OF FAME
Press features, festival wins, and championship belts.
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FAQ
What is Cubita Café known for?
Cubita Café is known for handmade empanadas, Cuban sandwiches and specialty espresso drinks served in a small hip hop Cuban café on Franklin Ave in Nutley, NJ. Signature flavors like the Everything Bagel empanada and our café con leche make it a local cult spot, not a traditional sit-down Cuban restaurant.
Where is Cubita Café located?
Cubita Café is located at 234 Franklin Ave, Nutley, NJ 07110. We serve guests from Nutley, Belleville, Bloomfield, Clifton, Montclair and surrounding North Jersey towns.
Does Cubita Café offer catering or a food truck?
Yes. Cubita Café offers Cuban catering trays for offices, parties and weddings, plus a full food truck for outdoor events across North Jersey. You can request catering on our Catering page or book the truck on our Food Truck page.