To the best of my recollection, this is the best replacement for Kool Korners to hit the Atlanta Lunch world. The biggest difference being the meat is piled on (no skinny sandwich here) and the place is new and clean.
I went April 21 and returned a week later to see their menu and the process change. The veggie is now on the menu and the sandwiches (order the classic) are sitting on the rack ready to press. How else can you serve over 100 hot sandwiches during lunch? I got mine in less than 10 min. I used to wait over 20 min for one at Kool Korners.
I did notice the meat was actually sliced not shredded. Havana and Papi's, with much less meat, are shredded air. I would like to see one slice of ham traded for a slice of pork to simply balance out the flavor. The pork I pulled out to taste on the side was a terrific moist garlicky tasting delicacy. My next sandwich (next Wed) will be the Mojo Pork.
One other exciting thing this week was the black and white photos added for decor. I ask the Crazy Cuban how old they were and he told me they were less than a month ago.....yes modern day Cuba still looks old. The photos were excellent. Maybe I'm partial to old Chevys.
This place officially opened Monday April 26. Last week was there time to burn in the new presses. Having given them the chance to crank up; I'm convinced to walk over there once a week to keep my taste buds tingling in mojo. Welcome to my neighborhood.
Pros: The Classic Cuban Sandwich
Cons: Seating - It is strictly take out
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