Jorge: You won't find any canned beans or frozen tostones at this place!

Raúl: This is a very pretty restaurant, despite the strip mall location.

Jorge: It's not overly fancy -- just a very clean modern look.

Raúl: The walls are covered with memorabilia from Cuba.

Glenn: Cafe Piquet turns out some delicious appetizers from the fryer. The papa rellenas, croquetas, and several varieties of empanadas are highlights.

Raúl: The croquetas are very good, very similar to the ones we like best in Miami.

Glenn: The yuca frita was beyond excellent -- just about the best we've ever had. The Yuca was cut in large meaty chunks and fried in hot oil until the outside was so crisp and crunchy, yum!

Raúl: The yuca frita was covered with mojo, although this version was mostly crushed garlic.

Jorge: Cafe Piquet offers a menu that includes several Cuban favorites with lunch and dinner specials providing nice bargains.

Glenn: Their menu is not overly large -- here they stick to several basic dishes.

Raúl: There were many places like this in Cuba, simple places that served a basic menu.

Glenn: One of our readers raved about the great picadillo here, and we have to admit that it stands right up there with some of the best we've ever had.

Jorge: Almost as good as our own!

Glenn: Cafe Pique does provide a lot of value for the money with Texas-sized portions.

Jorge: No one leaves here hungry. The masitas fritas and the ropa vieja are standouts.

Glenn: The masitas were very tender and juicy.

Raúl: If you like fish, this place serves up the best pargo entero frito in town. You get a very good sized fish cooked to perfection.

Glenn: Save room for one of the Cuban comfort food desserts. The cascos de guayaba y queso (here made with cream cheese) is a sweet treat to end your meal and a real palate cleanser!

Raúl: The arroz con leche is sweet and creamy.

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