The CHICAS Story
CHICAS Cuban Cafe was born out of the deep love for Cuban food shared by its founders, Ileana Vedey and Isidro Castro. Their journey began in 2018 with a humble coffee shop, which has since blossomed into a vibrant restaurant on Main Street in DeLand, FL.
At CHICAS Cuban Cafe, our slogan 'Mi casa es su casa' is more than just words-it's a promise. You'll be welcomed like family in our inviting dining room, where our service is authentically Latin: warm, welcoming, and genuinely caring.
CHICAS Cuban Cafe is proud to be one of DeLand, Florida's most beloved restaurants, offering the vibrant atmosphere and flavors reminiscent of Little Havana. Our authentic Cuban espresso, which has garnered a loyal local following, and our delicious fresh pastries, delivered straight from Miami, are sure to satisfy you every time.
Our menu features traditional Cuban dishes like Ropa Vieja, Picadillo, roasted Mojo Pork, and a few signature dishes. A local favorite is the Famous CHICAS Chicken plate - a juicy chicken marinated for 12 hours in our original garlic Mojo sauce, then roasted, chopped, fried, and tossed in our secret "Chicas Sauce." Another beloved dish is the "Shrimp & Churrasco" plate, grilled to perfection and served with authentic black beans, rice, sweet plantains, and savory Flan.
We are honored to be located on Main Street inside The Historic ARTISAN Downtown Hotel. If you want to break free from the ordinary, experience the freshly prepared foods at CHICAS Cuban Cafe. We are grateful for your support and look forward to serving you!
“Thank you for sharing your time with us…” ~ CHICAS Family
215 S. Woodland Blvd. DeLand, Florida 32720 (386) 469-9969
MEET OUR TEAM
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Ileana Vedey
Owner, Founder : Restaurateur
One of DeLand Floridas' most popular restaurants, CHICAS Cuban Cafe' offers the island atmosphere and flavors of Little Havana.
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Isidro Castro
Owner : Restaurateur
“Thank you for sharing your time with us!”
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Chef Joa
Head Chef, Kitchen Manager
One of DeLand Floridas' most popular restaurants, CHICAS Cuban Cafe' offers the island atmosphere and flavors of Little Havana.
