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10/25/2026
Tonight’s dinner ❤️
10/24/2026
Happy Saturday! We are closed to the public today because we had some AMAZING customers reserve the whole day for a special family celebration.
On Sunday, we will be open from 3pm-5pm for a FREE tasting event! Yes....FREE!
10/23/2026
Your Friday deserves a little jazz. 🎶✨
Tonight, Mission City Music featuring Mike Garza on guitar brings the sounds to Cuba 1918! Come hungry, bring your favorite bottle, and settle in for an evening of live music in historic Quintana.
🎸 Tonight | 7–10 PM
🍽️ Full menu available
🍹 Craft mocktails + BYOB
🎟️ $15 cover
Bring a friend, make it a date, or come find your people. ❤️
Cuba 1918-Music Lives Here.
10/22/2026
We are open AND showcasing our Cuba 1918 downtown!
10/21/2026
Thank you for sharing our owner Ray Colao’s story Veteran SA!
10/10/2026
Some days are better than others. Today was one of the slower ones. ❤️
We’ve made the decision to close at 5 PM today, and while our team is a little disappointed, we know tomorrow is another opportunity.
Here’s the thing about small businesses: every customer matters. Every sandwich ordered, every friend you bring, every recommendation you make helps keep our doors open, our team working, and our little corner of the South Side alive.
We’re not a big corporation. We’re a family-owned business with a hardworking team, a historic building, and a whole lot of heart. ❤️
So if you’ve been meaning to stop by, consider this your invitation. We would love to see you.
Thank you to everyone who continues to show up for us and for all the small businesses working hard to make San Antonio special.
❤️ Cuba 1918
Real Food. Real People. Music Lives Here.
10/09/2026
Local jazz legend Toro Flores is back at Cuba 1918! 🎸
Toro has been traveling and performing across the country, and we’re so happy to welcome him home to our stage tonight. You may have heard him play at other places-but there is nothing quite like experiencing live music inside Cuba 1918: intimate, soulful, and close enough to feel every note.
Doors open at 6 PM | Music 7–10 PM
$15 entry | Tapas | Steak Churrasco | Craft Mocktails | BYOB
Pre-Pay via our Ticket Link: https://square.link/u/MO2nv0hF
or
Pay at the door.
(All entry fees go directly to the musicians. Purchasing tickets allows you to select your seats ahead of time as well).
10/07/2026
Cuba 1918 is by musicians, for musicians, and TONIGHT we are hosting a karaoke/talent search/jam night 6 PM-10 PM.
Calling all singers, songwriters, rappers, and musicians of all kinds!
Your next gig starts at Cuba 1918- come show us what you've got.
Microphones, mic stands, and small percussion section available. Bring your own instrument otherwise.
10/02/2026
Tonight, we're bringing the beautiful sounds of acoustic jazz live, right to you! Yes, Jazz Club is still happening, regardless of the rain! This is in fact the perfect accompaniment to a rainy evening. Come enjoy the beautiful sounds of acoustic guitar and stand up bass in our historic building and soak in the atmosphere of our burgeoning Quintana District. We are BYOB, so you can bring w**e, b**r, and spirits of your choice to accompany our special After Dark menu. Purchase tickets here:
10/01/2026
Out of an abundance of caution for our team and our guests, Cuba 1918 will be closed today. 🌧️
We’re grateful for this much-needed rain, but days like today do have a real impact on small businesses like ours.
We hope you’ll make your way over to the historic Quintana tomorrow and show some love to local. Every lunch, every dinner, every ticket, every visit matters more than you probably realize.
We’ll be back tomorrow for lunch, dinner and Jazz Night. 🎷❤️
Stay safe, San Antonio. We’ll see you tomorrow at Cuba 1918.
09/29/2026
Since we’re still talking about AI…let’s talk about the music. 🎶
No AI-generated songs here.
No fake bands.
No manufactured applause.
No perfectly polished tracks pretending to be a live performance.
Just fingers on strings.
Breath behind horns.
Hands on keys.
Drummers finding the pocket.
Vocalists taking chances.
Musicians listening to each other and creating something that may never sound exactly the same again. 🎶❤️
Raw musicianship. Real talent. Live and imperfectly perfect.
That’s the whole point.✨
At Cuba 1918, you’re not coming to hear an algorithm recreate a moment.
You’re coming to be IN the moment.❤️✨
Fourteen photos. Zero AI. 100% live music. 🎶
Music Lives Here.
09/29/2026
Plot twist…the people are real too. 😂
No AI-generated crowds.
No stock photos of suspiciously happy people holding cocktails.
No imaginary “vibe” created for the El
Facebook or Instagram or TikyToky.
Just real people.
Real birthdays.
Real music.
Real conversations.
Real families.
Real celebrations.
And a whole lot of memories made inside one very old building. ❤️
We may not always get the perfect picture - but THIS is what Cuba 1918 actually looks like when you show up.
Twelve photos. Zero AI. 100% real people having a damn good time.
Come make yourself part of the next photo dump. 😂
09/29/2026
Apparently y’all liked our very sophisticated food photography. 😂📸
So here are six more. 🙌🏼❤️
No perfect lighting.
No magically floating ingredients.
No sandwiches that have never actually existed.
Just real food made in a 108-year-old building by real people who are apparently now also aspiring food photographers. 😂
Six more photos. Zero AI. Still 100% Cuba 1918.
Come eat the food instead of analyzing the pixels. 😂
09/29/2026
Apparently the restaurant groups are talking about AI food photos today. 😳🫣😂
We aren’t going to lie...we tried it a couple of times but…
We like our…
Crooked sandwiches. Melting cheese. Sauce where sauce wants to be. Real plates. Real kitchen. Real people.
Five photos. Zero AI. 100% Cuba 1918.
Come grab lunch with us so we can keep providing San Anto real experiences.
Address
2809 W Southcross Boulevard
San Antonio, TX
78211
To get to the café located at W Southcross Boulevard in San Antonio, there are a few options for public transport and driving/parking:
Public transport: Take the 302 bus from downtown San Antonio towards the direction of South Park & Ride and get off at the South Flores & Westfall bus stop. From there, walk northwest on W Southcross Boulevard for 5 minutes and you will reach your destination.
Driving/parking: If you're driving, take I-35 S towards Somerset and take exit 148B towards Poteet/Jourdanton onto US-281 S. Continue onto SW Military Dr before turning left onto S Flores St. Turn right onto W Southcross Blvd and keep an eye out for parking spots as it can be busy during peak hours.
Opening Hours
| Tuesday |
11am - 3pm |
| Wednesday |
11am - 10pm |
| Thursday |
11am - 9pm |
| Friday |
11am - 10pm |
| Saturday |
11am - 10pm |
| Sunday |
11am - 8pm |
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What people say
Cuba 1918 is a charming café located on W Southcross Boulevard in San Antonio that celebrates the diversity of the city's Latino community. The café offers a warm and inviting atmosphere where customers can enjoy delicious food, great coffee, and live music. The staff at Cuba 1918 are friendly and welcoming, making every visit a memorable experience.
One of the highlights of Cuba 1918 is their live music events. From Tropical Sundays to Cafecito y Canciones, there is always something happening at this café. Los Tr3mendos U.S.A. and Jesse Garcia are just some of the talented musicians who have taken the stage at Cuba 1918.
The food at Cuba 1918 is simply amazing. Whether you're looking for a light breakfast or a hearty lunch, there is something for everyone on the menu. The staff favorites include their quesito and coffee combo, which is perfect for an afternoon snack.
If you have a sweet tooth, be sure to try Chef Ángel's new dessert - sweet maduros accompanied by vanilla bean ice cream and drizzled with caramel. It was such a hit with customers that they are considering adding it to the menu!
Overall, Cuba 1918 is a must-visit café in San Antonio. With its delicious food, great coffee, live music events, and friendly staff, it's no wonder why this café has become so popular among locals and tourists alike.
