“Everything about this place was absolutely wonderful. Adriana was amazing, she made great food recommendations. The vibe, energy, & food made this entire experience amazing. Definitely recommend if you’re looking for a good Cuban spots in Miami area.“
“Happy hour is awesome, the bar is very good and very fair priced appetizers! For proper dinner, it offers classic Cuban cuisine with a twist, probably overpriced but what is not in these days, Food is good though! Live music is great, overall a good experience, it's like to walk into La Havana a long time ago! Perfect for a classic Miami experience if you are visiting!“
“What incredible food and friendly, professional service! We chose this place to celebrate my sister's birthday, and we all truly loved it. Located in the heart of Miami, Marabu offers a modern decoration and cozy atmosphere. Their delicious traditional cocktails with innovative modern twists, along with its exquisite coal-fired artisan food, fresh seafood, perfect appetizer combinations, and equally delicious desserts, made our dining experience unforgettable. I couldn't have been happier choosing Marabu for dinner!“
“The star of the visit was obviously the food. The sandwiches were outstanding. The hype was strong and I was worried that there would be a let down. Worry not, if you enjoy a good cubano or just a sandwich fan, Sanguich is a required stop in Miami. Besides the cubano, the pan con lechon was also outstanding.Cafecito did not disappoint. Service was also great for how busy they were.The only downside to Sanguich is their location. Limited parking in front of the restaurant and the restaurant itself is tiny. Rent would be more, but they really should expand to a bigger location to be able to serve more diners quicker.“
“I celebrated my birthday at Salao and the attention was first class, from the host, servers, especially Claudia, was wonderful and made sure everything was very special! Also the bartenders were very friendly, especially Adrian who was very gentle and kind! Camilo is a character and sets up the party! Spectacular music, with the Latintime band! That group sings spectacularly and of all genres with original arrangements! Excellent experience in Salao!!“
“We decided to come to this place randomly and it did not disappoint. Marian was our servers, she was very attentive and sweet. I definitely recommend the paella ! We got the the big size, they say it’s for 3 people but I think it could feed more.“
Cuban • $$
“I was there for having a breakfast in an ambience wich is perfect, when you like the mix of amercian and spanish/cuban flair.The service is super, everyone is very kind and polite and the waitress Flavia got me a super memory of my last breakfast before leaving Miami, with her all time positive charisma and smile.The salmon toast was delicious.Thankful for this, and I would definitely come back!“
Cuban • $$
“My brother-in-law is a chef and he wanted to try this place out. We wanted the Cuban experience and taste that traditions. Food did not let down... it was superb. Service and atmosphere is everything you expect from a Cuban Havana vibe. My family ordered the Cubano sandwich and calamari. Fry's game with a nice Chipotle sauce and the cubanos came with perfectly toasted bread. Service was great, we couldn't have a asked for a better downtown Miami Cuban experience. Gisela was our server!“
“We REALLY enjoyed this restaurant. Husband had a Cuban sandwich (did not disappoint) and I had shrimp in a white wine sauce (OMGosh yum) and a mojito. Also we had such an awesome server, Cecilia - she was a very busy and still a total pro!!!!“
“I went with my family and I loved the place, the atmosphere, the service and the excellent food... We ordered the Mar y Tierra table for 10 people and it was spectacular... The only thing I gave a recommendation was the drinks... they are worth $13, but the glasses are very small, in terms of price and quantity, they should offer them a little larger and let it be known that I am not a drinker. But for everything else I recommend it 100%. Go and you will have a great time.“
“We loved this place, the food was delicious, Sebastián our waiter was very friendly, always very attentive, he gave us very good recommendations about the food, and the drinks... we had a pitcher of passion fruit mojito and it was very delicious. The very cozy atmosphere. Sitting on the patio was the best choice ?We will return?THANK YOU SEBASTIÁN, you are doing your job very well ?“
“We saw many comments before visiting them. I really liked the atmosphere, the food was very good, the prices were quite affordable, ample parking. A very safe area.The service was pretty good, we practically didn't have to wait to be assigned a table.Yes, it is very crowded due to everything said above.If you visit Little Havana I recommend it.“
“Delighted with the place. Anita served us very sweet, kind, polite and very professional, we ordered melon and pineapple juices, super delicious and what SURPRISED me the most is that they were NATURAL, the spaghetti was special, the sauce was very delicious and not to mention the Soft and well cooked pizzas, the place is clean, pleasant, with music and a pleasant clean smell, CONCLUSIONS: EVERYTHING IS SPECTACULAR.I RECOMMEND IT ?%. I REPEAT SOON.!!! We liked it a lot.“
“MAKE SURE you ask for AUSTIN to serve you!!! He made the experience 10/10 more than it already was. Food was delicious, fresh and quick. We had the vaca frita tostones, crispy tuna, and pork belly, all a must try. The Lis cocktail was a spicy margarita perfection, and the mule was also great. Live Spanish music , people getting up to dance, the restaurant itself is also so aesthetically pleasing. Easy parking. Must try for a date night, we’ll be back!“
“Kuba kitchen it’s a great place in which you can spend a wonderful time in family to laugh or enjoy delicious food in a comfortable and warm space. I do recommend it. Excellent customer services. For me and my family was a 5 start experience ! 5 ⭐️!“
“Just landed to Miami and had to check this place out. Place is huge great to bring the entire family, if you want to sit on the benches they are also available with quick service for both. The entire staff here were super friendly. I enjoyed my cafe con leche and tostada so much. The orange juice was delicious. If you live near by you have to check this place out. If you're visiting this just be your 1st place to come. The prices here are great.“
“If you’re going to get Cuban food in Miami, this is where you need to go. Not only does the food absolutely slap (and there are a lot more vegetarian options than other Cuban places) but our server Manny made us feel like we were old friends; he gave us his honest opinions, great recommendations, and we’ve even got some new inside jokes.Vegetarian options: Tostones. Love!!“
“We came to this place on the recommendation of a person who works on the Royal Caribbean cruise ship named Adelaida of Peruvian origin.We tried the trilogy of ceviches, all delicious, the one we liked the most is the one with the winning or traditional sauce, so much so that we visited said restaurant twice.The service was excellent, Luciana and Daniela assisted us on the first day and Daniela on the second day, very attentive and professional, luxurious attention.We were fortunate to meet Mr. Mauricio who told us about the preparation and preparation of ceviches.“
“La Cañita located in Bayside Marketplace is an amazing place. With a wonderful view of the sea, I was able to enjoy a delicious dinner as well as excellent service provided by the waiter who served me. Finally, the band of musicians makes that place magical.“
Cuban • $$
“They have a very complete American breakfast buffet, with excellent service. Luis is very kind.It is very well located on Ocean Dr in front of the famous clock where you like to take photos.The atmosphere at night is very good and the music is the best.Highly recommended“
“It is my husband and I's first time in Miami and we were on the hunt for a Cubano sandwich. I came across this place and it did not disappoint!!!! We got the hot honey Cubano and it was so good! The service was excellent too, really friendly staff.“
“Breakfast and lunch. The food was delicious, the ambience was cozy and service excellent. My party of 3 all agreed the music was too loud. We asked for it to be lowered a bit and they complied. A happy customer always returns. Looking forward to the next brunch.“
“Visiting from LA. I googled Best Cuban Restaurant. This was the only place that came up 5-stars in the area.I'm like ok. Worth a shot. Walked in, everyone was super friendly and smiling. I explained I was from out of town and asked for guidance (I'm not Cuban) and they were more than happy to offer several things.All food was great, very flavorful and interesting. I had the arroz campesino and tostones. With a new thing they are offering, a milanesa with ham and melted cheese on top. Sounds odd but was actually really good (and huge) seriously, get this for 2-4 people.Will definitely come back when I'm in town.They also make their own fresh OJ. Get some.“
“This place is amazing! Wonderful entertainment and the food is superb. Think Chinese/asian meets Cuban. We had The papas bravas, crispy gyozas and Octopus (btw the octopus was OUT OF THIS WORLD - think egg foo young from a Chinese restaurant, but octopus - this dish was by far my favorite and blew me away from a creativity standpoint)For main, I had the Sea Bass, perfectly cooked and the avocado poblano puree was such a nice touch. My husband had the seafood fried rice and it too was amazing!My only critique is that the wait staff is spread a little thin and so service is not as attentive as I think it should be for the prices you are paying, but this is a unique and amazing experience, we will definitely be back“
“The food and drinks for the most part were good but obviously the live entertainment and vibes were what made it. The host was friendly but the servers were a bit inattentive and they were hard to grab their attention. They also never checked in on us. We had two servers, one at our table inside and one outside. They also charge 7% service charge on top of the automatic 18% tip here - which other Miami restaurants don’t do (they just charge 20% automatically). I would come back just for the live entertainment and the outdoor seating in the back. We smoked our cigars there and it was a beautiful setting.“
“The frita a caballo I had here was one of the best sandwiches I have ever tried in my life. The amount of flavor they were able to achieve was incredible! I had the pleasure of meeting the owners and they took the time to explain everything to me and provided me great, reccomendations, This is a must visit for anyone who likes sandwiches!“
Colombian • $$
“Super good service in this restaurant. They invited me to a birthday shot and the waiters who served me (Tina and Yail) were very nice and super attentive all the time. The food here is very delicious and the place is very beautiful. I highly recommend it!“
“Had a really good time here. The atmosphere in ambiance was great, the Lincoln road Mall area was pretty happening. The staff couldn't have been kinder, our server was excellent, only wish I could remember his name so I can include it here. We really look forward to coming back.“
“The food here is excellent and not expensive considering that it's in Miami Beach. The garlic shrimp are jumbo and delicious. They serve a lot of food too. There is a patio area in the back with a bar and it's decorated very nice. I have been here multiple times and will continue coming back. I highly recommend this restaurant.“
“Excellent! The potato cake with cheese was rich and juicy, it seems very normal but the food is as if we were at a feast. The cheese cake was very juicy and rich. The ground beef is very delicious. Excellent Service, the woman recommends many things to us, one of which is the guava cake with cheese. The atmosphere doesn't matter because it's a food truck but I'm going to put it with the quality that's all delicious and excellent. It was excellent for us. Thank you!“
“La Viña is a hole in the wall that offers the old cuban Barrio experience. Clean, friendly service, family atmosphere. Affordable but cash only. Cuban food is delicious, generous servings. Today I went for breakfast, wasn't too happy with my Viña tortilla. It had too much potatoes and scarce on chorizo, ham and veggies. Coffee needed heating which is my pet peeve ?. Better next time I guess.Parking: Parking is a little tight but can always find a spot“
“We came here last minute on a Friday night. Not busy at all, and the plantain chips and Guac were absolutely fantastic and better than any “starter” Guac and chips I’ve ever had. Then my entree was a pork and a stack taco. The pork was fine BUT THE STEAK TACO. ? Honestly, quite possibly the best taco I’ve ever had. The aioli was exquisite, the steak was tender. I don’t write many reviews, but when food knocks my socks off, I do. And this did.“
“I loved the place, the service is excellent, my husband ordered a steak and it was very delicious, without a doubt, an excellent place to visit, ahh and highlight that they have a wide variety of ice creams. I ordered almond chocolate and I loved it, very good service.“
“Special attention from the owner and chef of the restaurant, a very kind person, who cooks giving options to your liking, excellent Italian and Cuban food!Vegetarian options: The chef gives you optionsParking: Parking in a small shopping center, you can choose the ones that are availableKid-friendliness: Yes, a child seat and special attention and a healthy menu. Excellent“
“I ordered the Cuban bowl. I also ordered some Yucca fries. the Yucca were more like potatoes wedges but made from yucca root. I ordered a diet coke. Cuban Guys make sandwiches, but they also have bowls like what I ordered. The fries are on the sandwi h in some cases. It is tasty“
“Great food, very attentive service and reasonable prices! We were looking for a Cuban meal while spending one night in Miami, and found La Rosa. We had a house salad, the shrimp, and a pork chop. They all had great flavors and husband said it was the best pork chop he'd ever had.“
“Shining spot for the area.In a place, Miami, with a lot of competition for a great Cuban food place, this takes a top spot. Great menu, presentation, and top of the line flavors. Food tastes delicious, fresh, and like they just made that just for you. Nice place to visit with family and friends. The outdoor area has a lot of tables and a large screen to watch sports.“
“The pleasant, very calm atmosphere to enjoy with the family, the food was super incredible, the chicken with polenta was highly recommended. Thanks to the very pleasant attention of Vivi, Chef Juan in each dish and his excellent explanation!!! And also the manager Sergio for making sure everything was perfect. Excellent staff, highly recommended.“
“The restaurant was very full, so we decided to grab a bite to eat there. Service was very quick, there was water and small breads with a hint of garlic butter.The ICE espresso coffee with milk is very tasty. The avocado salad is really great. The fish was fresh and also had a great taste.“
“First time here. In on a Wednesday at 5:30.Very nice inside. Not busy. FREE WI FIORDERED:Romo's Churrasco med. rare.with rice and beans $21Perfectly cooked, good flavor, tender but very small.Next time I will offer to pay more for more meat.Plantains $2.99 for 3 small pieces.TO GO:Cuban sandwich $7.99 OK for the price.Flan $3.99 Small but good for the price.Service was OK but she never came back to see ifeverything was OK. Had to ask for more water.I will give them another try.“
“They may not need another positive review, but here it is: if you want authentic Cuban food with waiters who will also most likely have an authentic thick accent and who may even help you discipline your malcreado child isn't polite then eat here. My 88 year-old Cuban American mother approves.“
“Highly recommended from a lot of people in the Calle Ocho area. I will say, nothing beats $6 all day Mojito Mondays so that for sure was my favorite part. Bonus points if you're actually there on a Monday, and we sure were. After snacking around and trying different bites around Calle Ocho, it was time for a meal, an authentic Cuban meal. From croquetas to sandwiches, fufu to rice and beans, here you will find all the delicious staples. We ordered mariquitas because these felt so nostalgic to me from years ago and our friends always ordering them and sadly they weren't as fresh as we would've liked and the mojo was straight up garlic (flavorless). Either way we loved our rice and beans and the sweet maduros we got. Our friends ordered sandwiches and they were HUGE (big enough to share). El Pub is a big staple of Calle Ocho but next time we'll probably try something else when we're not in a hurry. Definitely a quick place to get a sit down meal or sandwich, so if you're just casually dining or needed to be on the faster side, this place is pretty great for that. Mojito Monday, we will be back. DESSERT: leave. space. for. FLAN. That's all I'll“
“Karel Rodríguez our server was amazing - he made sure we understood what we wanted and took his time with us. The food is great I couldn’t recommend this place enough. If you’re traveling through MIA I recommend stopping by for some pollo con arroz, it was great .“
“From my recent visit to Hollywood, I found a gem of a dining spot - Padrino’s. Visiting not once, but twice, I was thoroughly impressed by the exceptional quality of the food, coupled with incredibly reasonable prices. The experience was seamless, even when accommodating a large group of 21, showcasing their exemplary service. The staff managed everything flawlessly, including the usually daunting task of splitting the check 21 ways.The mango Caesar salad adorned with perfectly cooked shrimp is a must try. Having ordered this dish twice, I can vouch for both its consistency and quality. The ropa vieja, served in just the right portion size, was bursting with flavor, beautifully complemented with my choice of sides that included soft, buttery yucca and flawlessly cooked sweet plantains.Dessert was no less spectacular, with the flan standing out as a true showstopper. Its texture was impeccably smooth, the flavor beautifully balanced and not overly sweet, topped with a divinely bittersweet caramel.For anyone in Hollywood looking for a meal that promises to be both a delight to the palate and gentle on the wallet, Padrino’s is the place to go. Their ability to handle large groups with ease, consistency in food quality, and outstanding service truly sets them apart.“
“Very large portions (includes nearly a loaf of bread lol), could possibly share and the price was super cheap for Miami! Only like $22 for 2 breakfasts :)) Great little quick spot to stop at. Lots of drink options too if wanted. Was busy so maybe that’s why it was a bit long to get our food. Has some spots to eat inside but not a lot.“
“Ordered the Cubana Especial(Large cuban sandwich). It was delicious. Flavors were flavoring. Serving sizes were great. Half of the sandwich down the hatch and I knew I should have saved the last half for when I got home. I opted to eat the whole sandwich and it made for a sleepy 1 hour drive home. It hit the spot. $11.33 and it’s the best thing i’ve had so far while visiting Florida.“
“If you're a fan of croquetas such as myself, "Dos Croquetas" is absolutely a must-try when visiting Miami. Some might ask "what exactly is a croqueta?". In simple terms, they are about the same size of a mozzarella stick, deep fried and usually filled with béchamel sauce, mashed potatoes, cheese, and meat. In fact, the options are endless with thousands of customizable creations. They are a very popular side/appetizer in the Latin culture and are a great quick snack to eat on the go. Located directly on 8th St (Calle Ocho) in between SW 15th & 16th Ave. in the heart of the Little Havana neighborhood of Miami, this place has been dishing out delicious croquetas since early-2024. I came here on a whim (during the afternoon of Sunday 3/17/2024 at 1:30pm) as I was craving a small bite and this place absolutely delivered. As far as the exterior of the building, it was quite easy to find due to the colorful array of forest green with a splash of pink and yellow on the awning. The interior brings that same colorful artwork which truly give this place a Miami vibe. Their menu offers not only Cuban craft croquetas (in 10 different flavors) but also sandwiches, sides, breakfast (served until 4pm), and Dulce dessert bites. They also carry craft shakes to cool you off on the sweltering hot & muggy Florida days. Since this was my first time trying their food and didn't want to go too overboard before dinner, I ordered just (1) of the "305". This croqueta had Cuban-styled picadillo , sweet plantains, and queso blanco with their signature dale sauce. Total price, only $2.20 before tax. Service was quick and my snack was ready in just a couple minutes. As far as the taste, this absolutely hit the spot for me. Crunchy on the outside while warm, cheezy, and savory on the inside, this was absolutely delicious and actually tasted like nothing I've ever tried before. They offer so many other delectable croquetas including "Medianoche" (pork, ham, & swiss), "Mexican Street Corn", "Creamy Spinach", and much more. They have very respectable hours being opened Sunday-Thursday from 10am-10pm and Friday-Saturday from 10am-12am. With the exceptional service, prime location, great atmosphere, and reasonable prices, I am giving the Little Havana "Dos Croquetas" a perfect five stars.“
“Absolutely amazing, flakiest pastries ever! The best guava & cheese pastelitos I have ever tasted! Definitely a must try! Everything in this bakery tastes awesome! The Cuban coffee is so good too! I will be bringing back a lot of goodies with me to Canada. Thank you El Brazo Fuerte for making my vacation complete.“
“What an amazing place. Servers are very friendly and the food is extremely perfect! The portions, the taste, the atmosphere is just perfect! Highly recommended to anyone that wants to eat some authentic Cuban Cuisine. I’m Puerto Rican and really really enjoyed it!“
“Such a great spot for authentic Cuban food. I had the Ropa Vieja and my friend had the chimichurri chicken. We also had a garden salad and a flan for dessert and two Cuban coffees and the price came out to only $41. What a deal, we will come back.“