The city in Florida known for its vibrant Cuban culture and cuisine, located near the Gulf Coast, is Tampa.

Tampa, particularly its Ybor City neighborhood, has a rich Cuban heritage and is famous for its Cuban culture and cuisine. Ybor City historically served as a center for Cuban immigrants, and it continues to celebrate Cuban traditions through food, music, and festivals. While Miami also has a large Cuban population, it is located on the Atlantic Coast, not the Gulf Coast.