If you're into buffet style service & Cuban food you'll like this place. They are located between gates D36 and D38. Staff speak English and Spanish & there are name cards above each item that explains what the dish is. I ordered the pollo carretero, arroz con puerco & platanos maduros. The rice was cooked to perfection and the pork meat was tender. The maduros were made fresh and damn good. I will say I was disappointed in the chicken because although it looks well seasoned it was rather bland. The only thing about airport food is you will PAY, especially when you want something other than fast food. I was surprised when the attendant rang up my order and told me the total was $31.28, because the price of the chicken dish shows $17 on the name card but whatever. Overall not bad.
Matthew Y.
Honestly, it is one of the better food options that you can find that is located in the airport. Prices are generally more reasonable than a fast food restaurant located in the airport too. Service was quick and food was freshly prepared, just like how I remembered when I used to live in Miami. Cuban Sandwich is a must.
Cathy C.
While waiting at MIA, connecting flight to Colombia ... I was oober hungry and saw a number of folks stop here. Thought I would do on by and see what the commotion was for and noticed everyone coming here to enjoy the espresso shots, empenadas and Cuban sandwich... I myself got the sandwich. It was good but there was a lot of bread and not much middle .. none the less the bread itself was delish. Portion size for food is large. The ambience was as expected for a busy terminal. Lucky I knew Spanish cause if you don't all then you are screwed cause the staff only show Spanish... I saw a few folks sighing to order and walk away sadly.
Vincent Pazo
Nice atmosphere, great breakfast selection
Patricia Roxana T
It happened today tuesday, September 12, 2023 at 2pm. Just because I asked if they have a special coffe with sugar like with caramel . she served my cappuccino and skipped my turn serving a coffe to another client who ordered it after I paid my order and when she handed my coffee she said "It has sugar if you want more served yourself! Unacceptable behavior for a worker who has to be nice and smile to the costumers and be thankful for consuming there
Ben H.
I agree with my other fellow yelpers. This might be the best airport food I've had. The plates looked delicious, but opted for a chickpea stew. It was on point. One can only wonder why there is line across the hall at Nathan's Hot Dogs when you can eat La Carreta
David Garcia
They make one of the best pastries!
Mike M.
Good food to grab while in Miami Airport if you want a last minute bite before you drop on or off a flight
Falan E.
There is poor customer service and language barriers here. The best interaction was at the bar station for my drink and the cashier. Other than that that this would have easily been a 1*. I wanted to order protein only but the staff insisted I had to order one protein and two sides. The restaurant is located inside Miami Airport and the space was clean. The food is low quality and not the best. I could've had better from a fast food place.
Bambi S.
This restaurant was al a carte. The food was no edible. The vegetables were over cooked. The rice was dry. The fruit was not fresh. The bartender was great though. I do not recommend this place because it reminds me of cafeteria food.
If you like extremely dry chicken and to feel pretty iLL with diarhoea soon afterwards when you and your family are about to board a flight then la Carreta is right up your street
Google user
So happy we found this spot. Best food option in the area. Huge egg sandwich and potatoe balls are delicious. Everything tastes so fresh. Coffee is great too.
Nikki C.
While I waited for my connecting flight, I stopped by La Carreta for the soul reason of getting Ropa Vieja which is one of my favorite Cuban dishes. Walking in, it was a little disheartening to see the "cafeteria like" line ordering style because usually it's not very good however the food was quite tasty. Was it the best Cuban food I've had? No. However, it's a great option to have at the airport. Beats the typical fast food place.
awolracing
Often, finding a descent meal in an airport is a challenge, if not impossible. Most airport food seems to come from an eye catching package, machine, or reheated from a box that moments before was in the freezer. Can anyone say microwave? If you happen to pass through Miami International’s terminal D, then do yourself a favor and visit La Carreta Restaurant. Yes, this is a sister location to the famous Little Havana eatery. Many of the same menu items are available with plenty of seating area for weary travelers. Other than the food and friendly service, my favorite aspect of La Carreta Restaurant in Miami’s terminal D is the cafeteria style service. Yes, you did here me correctly. The cafeteria line allows travelers very fast access to freshly cooked food choices including Bistec de Pollo with grilled onions, Arroz con Pollo, local caught, grilled, Mahi Mahi (Dorado), Lacón, Oxtail, magnificent soups (Friday’s fish soup is my favorite), daily specials, and on and on. But, the best part of that “cafeteria line” is the speed at which you can get in and out. The friendly lady’s who work the counter are kind, and generous - - this is not the mean “lunch lady” line you remember from school. So, if you’re catching an American Airlines flight out of Miami International, do yourself a favor and make the walk to La Carreta, just across from gate D-37. You’ll be pleasantly surprised.
Christina Prostano
The breakfast was delicious, I had eggs and potatoes. They were out of a lot of items, and the organization of it was very confusing. There were separate lines for takeout, cafeteria style, another walk up line, tables, it was a little bit much. The pastries, favorites like Cuban pastellitos in guava/cheese etc. — were delicious. The Takeaway line doesn’t have hot food, but they do have the Cuban coffee and pastries, and that line moves much quicker than the hot food line.
If you're into buffet style service & Cuban food you'll like this place. They are located between gates D36 and D38. Staff speak English and Spanish & there are name cards above each item that explains what the dish is. I ordered the pollo carretero, arroz con puerco & platanos maduros. The rice was cooked to perfection and the pork meat was tender. The maduros were made fresh and damn good. I will say I was disappointed in the chicken because although it looks well seasoned it was rather bland. The only thing about airport food is you will PAY, especially when you want something other than fast food. I was surprised when the attendant rang up my order and told me the total was $31.28, because the price of the chicken dish shows $17 on the name card but whatever. Overall not bad.
Honestly, it is one of the better food options that you can find that is located in the airport. Prices are generally more reasonable than a fast food restaurant located in the airport too. Service was quick and food was freshly prepared, just like how I remembered when I used to live in Miami. Cuban Sandwich is a must.
While waiting at MIA, connecting flight to Colombia ... I was oober hungry and saw a number of folks stop here. Thought I would do on by and see what the commotion was for and noticed everyone coming here to enjoy the espresso shots, empenadas and Cuban sandwich... I myself got the sandwich. It was good but there was a lot of bread and not much middle .. none the less the bread itself was delish. Portion size for food is large. The ambience was as expected for a busy terminal. Lucky I knew Spanish cause if you don't all then you are screwed cause the staff only show Spanish... I saw a few folks sighing to order and walk away sadly.
Nice atmosphere, great breakfast selection
It happened today tuesday, September 12, 2023 at 2pm. Just because I asked if they have a special coffe with sugar like with caramel . she served my cappuccino and skipped my turn serving a coffe to another client who ordered it after I paid my order and when she handed my coffee she said "It has sugar if you want more served yourself! Unacceptable behavior for a worker who has to be nice and smile to the costumers and be thankful for consuming there
I agree with my other fellow yelpers. This might be the best airport food I've had. The plates looked delicious, but opted for a chickpea stew. It was on point. One can only wonder why there is line across the hall at Nathan's Hot Dogs when you can eat La Carreta
They make one of the best pastries!
Good food to grab while in Miami Airport if you want a last minute bite before you drop on or off a flight
There is poor customer service and language barriers here. The best interaction was at the bar station for my drink and the cashier. Other than that that this would have easily been a 1*. I wanted to order protein only but the staff insisted I had to order one protein and two sides. The restaurant is located inside Miami Airport and the space was clean. The food is low quality and not the best. I could've had better from a fast food place.
This restaurant was al a carte. The food was no edible. The vegetables were over cooked. The rice was dry. The fruit was not fresh. The bartender was great though. I do not recommend this place because it reminds me of cafeteria food.
Restaurantji Recommends
If you like extremely dry chicken and to feel pretty iLL with diarhoea soon afterwards when you and your family are about to board a flight then la Carreta is right up your street
So happy we found this spot. Best food option in the area. Huge egg sandwich and potatoe balls are delicious. Everything tastes so fresh. Coffee is great too.
While I waited for my connecting flight, I stopped by La Carreta for the soul reason of getting Ropa Vieja which is one of my favorite Cuban dishes. Walking in, it was a little disheartening to see the "cafeteria like" line ordering style because usually it's not very good however the food was quite tasty. Was it the best Cuban food I've had? No. However, it's a great option to have at the airport. Beats the typical fast food place.
Often, finding a descent meal in an airport is a challenge, if not impossible. Most airport food seems to come from an eye catching package, machine, or reheated from a box that moments before was in the freezer. Can anyone say microwave? If you happen to pass through Miami International’s terminal D, then do yourself a favor and visit La Carreta Restaurant. Yes, this is a sister location to the famous Little Havana eatery. Many of the same menu items are available with plenty of seating area for weary travelers. Other than the food and friendly service, my favorite aspect of La Carreta Restaurant in Miami’s terminal D is the cafeteria style service. Yes, you did here me correctly. The cafeteria line allows travelers very fast access to freshly cooked food choices including Bistec de Pollo with grilled onions, Arroz con Pollo, local caught, grilled, Mahi Mahi (Dorado), Lacón, Oxtail, magnificent soups (Friday’s fish soup is my favorite), daily specials, and on and on. But, the best part of that “cafeteria line” is the speed at which you can get in and out. The friendly lady’s who work the counter are kind, and generous - - this is not the mean “lunch lady” line you remember from school. So, if you’re catching an American Airlines flight out of Miami International, do yourself a favor and make the walk to La Carreta, just across from gate D-37. You’ll be pleasantly surprised.
The breakfast was delicious, I had eggs and potatoes. They were out of a lot of items, and the organization of it was very confusing. There were separate lines for takeout, cafeteria style, another walk up line, tables, it was a little bit much. The pastries, favorites like Cuban pastellitos in guava/cheese etc. — were delicious. The Takeaway line doesn’t have hot food, but they do have the Cuban coffee and pastries, and that line moves much quicker than the hot food line.