La Lonchera
This tiny, family-run Cuban spot in Manhattan is best for grabbing authentic cubanos and empanadas to go.
- Mon – Sat, 08:00 – 19:00; Sun, 08:00 – 17:00
- $
- 600 W 139th St
- 4.8 (73 reviews)
Description
Beyond the classic sandwich, the kitchen serves up fried plantains that regularly steal the spotlight, alongside chicken empanadas and sweet chili wings. Hot coffee is on hand to round out the meal, though the yuca fries can be dry and hit-or-miss. The space is kept exceptionally clean and run with friendly, small-business hospitality, even if the tight quarters mean you will likely be taking your order to go.
Good to know
Limited seating