Arlen Beach Restaurant

If you’re looking for a quiet, cozy spot with truly delicious food and heartfelt service, Arlen Beach Restaurant is an absolute treasure. Tucked away from the usual Miami Beach buzz, this place offers a peaceful atmosphere that feels like home—perfect for unwinding and enjoying a soulful meal.

The food? Simply outstanding. The tostones rellenos are perfectly crisp and generously filled—bursting with flavor in every bite. Their homemade croquetas are hands-down the best I’ve ever had—crispy on the outside, creamy and seasoned to perfection on the inside. And don’t even get me started on the flan… One bite and I was instantly transported to memories of my abuela’s kitchen. It’s that authentic, that good.

A special shoutout to Wilma and Leticia, two of the warmest, most attentive waitresses you’ll ever meet. Their kindness and care elevated the entire experience—thank you both for making our visit so special!

Arlen Beach Restaurant is not just a meal, it’s a nostalgic, comforting experience. Do yourself a favor and check it out—you’ll leave full, happy, and planning your next visit.

This restaurant is the type of restaurant you would never expect in South Beach. Their food feels so homie, flavorful, and on point. The staff are so welcoming and put a smile on your face. Also their prices are so good I ended up going there again the next day for breakfast. Please make sure to stop by anytime you pass by it, you won't regret it

One of the best cuban sandwitches and bistec enceboado I have ever tried

Quiet place tucked away in a residential building. Amazing Cuban food and largely organic menu.

The best place for food

Great food with outdoor dining tables

It does not reach the category of a beach bar. All bad and expensive

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Great food, great service. Lamb chops were excellent.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

The staff acted angry that we walked in 15 minutes before closing and we didn't know they were closing at 8pm. We offered to go somewhere else but the owner (the only one being hospitable) insisted that we stay. The staff sat at the bar (right next to us) speaking loudly and made the experience awkward. We quickly ate our tacos and left.
The owner was really sweet though and the food was pretty good. I wouldn't call it top notch but it was alright.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 3

Beautiful place with an ocean view, super friendly service, homemade food and abundant dishes. We went for breakfast and left delighted. Good prices!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lamb chops to perfection. ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Delicious food, friendly waitress, reasonable prices

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Super friendly service....food was great...I had steak...my wife had fish....coffee...was Cuba style...about the best so far in

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Was looking for something affordable for breakfast and found this place. Very clean and beautiful. Staff was kind. The food was okay. My son and I got the American breakfast. My son got the strawberry lemonade and I got carrot juice. Also added avocado and cheese to my dish. The bacon was cooked to a crisp like it was deep fried like chicaronnes. I prefer my bacon both soft and crisp. Swiss cheese used on the eggs not surprising just different for me. The pancakes were okay as well. Remind me of my stepmoms pancakes. I definitely wanted to return for lunch but didn’t because the kids wanted to try somewhere else. I will return another visit in the future. Forgot I ordered beef empanada never got it but wasn’t charged either so Next time.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

This is an unassuming little place inside a condo building, but I had seen good reviews. The food was AMAZING. My husband got the fettuccine Alfredo and it was the best either one of us had ever had. I got the beef empanadas and they were perfectly seasoned and crispy. The white sangria was excellent as well. Our server was so lovely, and all around probably our best meal in 4 days in Miami Beach.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5