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Tampa's 4 best spots to score affordable Caribbean fare

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Published on May 21, 2019
Tampa's 4 best spots to score affordable Caribbean farePhoto: La Segunda Central Bakery/Yelp

Looking for a sublime Caribbean meal near you?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Caribbean restaurants around Tampa, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to fulfill your urges.

1. West Tampa Sandwich Shop

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Topping the list is West Tampa Sandwich Shop. Located at 3904 N. Armenia Ave. in Northeast Macfarlane, the eatery is the highest-rated, low-priced Caribbean restaurant in Tampa, boasting 4.5 stars out of 452 reviews on Yelp. The restaurant offers authentic Cuban meals, sandwiches, breakfasts and more.

2. La Teresita Restaurant

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Next up is Northeast Macfarlane's La Teresita Restaurant, situated at 3246 W. Columbus Drive. With four stars out of 825 reviews on Yelp, the Cuban and Spanish spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for Spanish fare at an affordable price. On the menu, you'll find classic dishes like ropa vieja, black beans and rice and puerco asada, as well as Cuban pastries, coffees and desserts.

3. Interbay Meat Market & Groceries

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Interbay Meat Market & Groceries is another much-loved, inexpensive go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 106 Yelp reviews. The Cuban deli and eatery specializes in homemade sandwiches and salads that are made fresh daily, but it also serves burgers, soups, chicken dishes and more. Head over to 6110 Interbay Blvd. to see for yourself.

4. La Segunda Central Bakery

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Finally, there's La Segunda Ce ntral Bakery, a Ybor City favorite with four stars out of 186 reviews. The spot offers authentic Cuban bread, pastries, sandwiches, soups and more. Stop by 2512 N. 15th St. to hit up the bakery and eatery the next time you're in the mood for cheap Cuban eats. 

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