07/09/2026
Racquel Rodriguez is the founder of El Café Cubano, Kansas City's first source for premium Cuban coffee. More than a family owned business, El Café Cubano is a cultural experience dedicated to preserving Cuban culture through heritage, family, and tradition. From the mobile coffee truck and 2 coffee carts to wholesale and distribution partnerships across the region, Racquel has built a brand that meets people wherever they are.
Inspired by the heart of Havana, El Café Cubano crafts each cup with intention, excellence, and Afro Cuban pride. Every brew tells a story of resilience, legacy, and community transforming coffee into a meaningful connection rather than a simple beverage. Her brand exists to protect and celebrate Cuban traditions while creating spaces where cultures intersect and people come together.