Bongo’s Cuban Café, a magnificent restaurant opened in 1997 in Downtown Disney’s West side. The building is old Havana architecture and is dominated by a massive pineapple-shaped adobe structure that fills the skyline of Downtown Disney.

The restaurant created by music superstar Gloria Estefan and her producer husband Emilio, this vibrant restaurant is a mosaic of colors and flavors set against infectious music and a celebratory spirit. 

Bongo’s Cuban Café is open daily for lunch and dinner. They serve sandwiches between 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. along with a full menu. One of their specialties is the, “Bongos Combo” that serves two people. This includes Fried Stuffed potatoes, Pork Tamale, Cuban mojo marinated Fried pork chunks, traditional Cuban ham croquettes, Stuffed Plantain cups, Green Plantain cups stuffed with shrimp Cuban creole or minced meat.

 The World’s Famous Mojitos-The original drink from Havana, made with the original Bacardi Superior Rum, fresh Mint Leaves, Lime wedge, sprinkle of sugar and a splash of Club soda. They offer several types of Mojitos such as So-Be Mojitos, Naranjito Mojitos, Raspaito Mojitos, Coco Mojitos, Grand Melon Mojitos and Calle Ocho Mojitos.

For dessert be sure to try the traditional Cuban Flan.