a discovered gem among the rocks. what i got: cuban chop
taste: delicious, savory, and fresh. the yellow rice (which i was told to be saffron rice) complemented the seasoned and grilled cuban chicken very nicely whereas the black beans and pita bread provided a neutral goodness. they have these signature sauces that are to die for. for instance, i got the sweet curry sauce, and it was a creamy semi-sweet blend that actually made the chicken a whole lot more flavorful, to my surprise. to me, its taste was far more superior than the curry dipping sauce they serve at the melting pot.
quality: another reviewer stated that their chicken is hormone free and whatnot. since i got the chicken, i can say that the grilled taste was there. from what i've seen, they cook the meat ahead of time and serve them in large heated food trays that are prepared for fast orders. i have no complaints there, since they do serve carry out more often.
service: it was my very first time dining on cuban food and at tropical grille! i know that it may not be authentic as we wish it to be, but since the food is so delectable here, i'm assuming the real cuban food must taste even better. the cashier was so amicable and told me right off the bat that i would enjoy the deluxe or regular cuban chop, and she was right! other customers came by and were telling me that it was very difficult to order one item since they are all legitimate. the restaurant is casual and i didn't see any waiters/waitresses, so the place is down to earth.
price: inexpensive! i paid $13 for two people, and had leftovers. well, i only ate half my bowl, and had plenty to take back home with me. for excellent taste and quality, i don't mind the price at all. :)