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    4.6 (68 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Rice, beans,  plantain, chicken,  salad, 2 pastries. It was a random too good to go app closing special. This was so good.
    Heather M.

    I live half a block away and have walked by every day since they opened. I never went thinking it was probably another tourist trap with high prices and low quality food. It is not. It's good food with good prices and good quantities. I went in because I saw a special on too good to go. (A random plate at closing, they choose what you eat) for $5 and figured I'd try it. I took a photo of what I got and I'm super happy. I'll definitely be back to get the app deal platter and to get breakfast/ lunch

    Where else can you get a champagne with guanábana juice?! Yummmmm
    Gigi S.

    Fine sized breakfast with attentive service and bakery. [[HIGHLIGHT]]As we munched my attention shifted over to a baby iguana making its way down a planter to nestle within the greenery[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. Nearly undetectable, others found interest in what we might be so amused with asked us to point the little guy out, he was beautiful. Let's not allow a rogue baby iguana to take away from the fact that my server made me a mimosa with delicious fresh guayabana juice!

    Salmon
    Joseane R.

    I was pleasantly surprised by this place. The salmon meal was incredible -- fresh and flavorful. I definitely recommend it if you're around Miami Beach.

    Iced latte, pastry in bag
    Ashley R.

    Stopped her for breakfast one morning and our sandwich, pastry, and iced lattes were fabulous! Their lunch options looked super affordable and fresh too! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Super clean, if in Miami again I'll be back![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    1. Avocado & Egg Toast
    Katie O.

    This is a must go place! I'm still dreaming about the avo toast and egg! The red pepper comes on the side so you can spice it up if you'd like. It was such good flavor and kept me full! They don't have coffee flavors but the plain coffee with milk was really good! The staff was friendly and the place is small but well decorated with a few barstools if you wanted to eat there. It's also a great location a few blocks from the beach

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    Jayme H.

    My boyfriend and I were staying at a hotel nearby and woke up craving something fresh for breakfast. We found this place on Yelp and decided to head over to get a smoothie. We arrived to find a small shop that offered even more than just smoothies. They have juice, acai bowls, breakfast sandwiches, croissants, all types of coffee drinks, and more. I ordered a #15 which is a green smoothie that includes spinach, kale, orange, mango, ginger, and apple. It was really fresh and easy to drink. I liked it. My boyfriend ended up coming back on another day to get a breakfast sandwich. However, he wasn't very impressed. Overall this spot was pretty good. I would stick to the smoothies and juice though. That seems to be what they specialize in. Happy eating!

    Cuban Sandwich with an Iced Coffee
    Andres C.

    So of course when in Miami, the first thing I needed was an authentic Cuban sandwich and I had to pair it with an iced coffee. I stood near the strip on south beach (The Clevelander to be exact) and I Googled the nearest Cuban restaurants to see where I could pick up a cuban sandwich. Cuba Cafe came up and it had good reviews, so I decided to give it a shot and surely wasn't disappointed. The cafe is a small shop but don't be fooled. Upon arriving I received a warm welcome from Esmeralda and she treated me as if I had been there numerous times. Her hospitality won me over before even trying the food, which I will add was great. As with all businesses, customer service is a huge deal and she truly understood that. The sandwich was delicious and the iced coffee, which she prepared with Cuban espresso shots, was the icing to the cake. I came to this cafe the final two days of my trip and I surely wish I would've known earlier because I would've stopped here everyday for either breakfast or an iced coffee during the day. Definitely give it a shot and say hello to Esmeralda while you're there!

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    Adrienne M.

    They have THE Best Pineapples!!!!!!!!! Okay so they have this drink that comes inside a fresh cut pineapple. You can get a cocktail, a Michalada, or a Pina Colada! They also make virgin drinks for kids. I was so excited when I found it! Oh and you can just get the pineapple on the side to eat or add to your drink for additional price of cours or maybe you just want the pineapple no problem they sell that too! Pre cut and ready to eat! When I tell you guys I have never tasted a pineapple so juicy, fresh and sweet. Oh man my taste buds were in heaven. I did my food dance for sure. I'm will be making this my first stop in Miami!!!! The outdoor sitting it very convenient and you get to people watch for sure! There's a lot going on in south beach so you can sit and enjoy the views!

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    The service was amazing!!! Las coladitas son las mejores!!! Perfect location from our hotel. Loved the food and coffee.

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    Smoothie was delish. Cortado was strong. Cubana was exquisite. Cost is muy reasonable.

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    excellente servicio y excellente comida y bebidas 10/10 definativa mente recomiendo este lugar

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    Had a cortado and iced latte! They were both so good! Staff was also really friendly!

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    4.1
    (3.9k reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$
    Takes reservations
    Large group friendly

    I visited Havana about 20 years ago. I loved the beans and rice. So, we had to try an authentic…read moreCuban meal. I had their famous chicken, which is roasted in a special gravy sauce. It comes with fried plantains, fingerling potatoes and beans and rice. It was amazing! Chicken was perfect. The beans and rice were delectable. Service was excellent. Inside was a little small, but full of Cuban decor. Wife and son shared a Cuban sandwich. They loved it. The fries were also terrific. Highly recommend!

    Classic Cuban flavors with rich, comforting dishes…read more Had the lechón asado (roasted pork) at Havana 1957 and enjoyed the meal overall. The roasted pork was tender, juicy, and packed with savory garlic-forward flavor. The crispy edges added a nice contrast in texture, and the mojo-style seasoning brought everything together with a bright, citrusy punch. It was comforting, flavorful, and paired really well with the traditional sides. Service was friendly and attentive, and the staff made the dining experience smooth even during a busy time. The vibe is lively and colorful, with a nostalgic Cuban café atmosphere that makes the whole experience feel festive and welcoming. It's a great spot for groups, casual dinners, or anyone looking to enjoy classic Cuban comfort food. Overall, a really solid Cuban meal with bold flavors and generous portions. I'd come back to try more of their traditional dishes and cocktails.

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    4.6
    (1.1k reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$
    Outdoor seating
    Takes reservations

    In Miami Beach, a trip isn't complete without a piping hot Cuban meal!…read more Palomilla Steak This is it on the oval plate! It's a classic Cuban thinly sliced ​​steak, marinated in a special mojo sauce and seared to perfection. The generous topping of roasted onions is the soul of the dish; be sure to eat it with the steak--the savory, tender flavor is incredibly satisfying! Seafood Lobster This steaming hot dish is a seafood feast! Its vibrant color is immediately appealing. It's packed with ingredients: large shrimp, sweet clams, and plump mussels. The rice absorbs the seafood's umami flavor, turning an enticing golden color. Before eating, remember to squeeze on the caramelized roasted lemon juice; the lemon's tang instantly elevates the dish's freshness, making every bite a taste of the island!

    Good for cuban food but takes advantage of being in a tourist trap area. Overpriced automatically…read morecharges 20% gratuity and all the available surcharges legally possible. Service is ok waitress was friendly but doing their job for the company to max out their profits. Ambiance is what you expect of all the south beach locations seemingly an extension of Havana if you been there. I would rank as 4 stars for the food but downgrade because they added a lot of random stuff to the menu just to get those who dont know real cuban food to eat there such as burgers and pasta lol. It would get 5 stars if they were authentic trying to offer strictly cuban only and reasonably priced. Because they take advantage of tourist and are here just for the money I lowered it to 3.

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    3.9
    (97 reviews)
    0.0 mi
    Free WiFi
    Outdoor seating

    It's Miami Beach! There are so many restaurants down here and I've been trying to try out as many…read moreCubanos as possible. The place is small and cute and we came here later in the evening. The staff was very friendly, but boy was it windy! I know it's near the ocean, but we sat outside and it just was not pleasant to be in that wind. Aside from that, the food was delicious! I love a good crusty Cubano and they did it right. It did feel like we were in Italy because water is not free. No big deal but I should've ordered a drink! The menu is vast, the music was great, the ambience was amazing, and the experience was fun.

    Worst experience in terms of both food and service. As I sat down and looked at the menu, I…read moreimmediately suspected that this was going to be another tourist trap restaurant that just beg you to leave them a good review on Google. You could tell by looking at their unreasonably pricey drink menu. Who charges $7 for diet coke that they pour out of a can in front of you? Especially with CVS literally next door For food, I ordered a cuban sandwich and it took them 45 minutes and several attempts on my end to get the staff to even look my way for me to ask about the reason behind the delay. And I can tell you one thing, all them who praise the food here on Google reviews are either liars or they have never had decent food in their lives. Don't get me started on how nasty their only restroom was. Out of soap and gross everywhere.

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    Havana 1957

    4.0
    (418 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$
    Takes reservations
    Large group friendly

    The food was AMAZING. I ate the salmon bowl and my family had Cuban food, like plantains, their…read morechicken, rice and beans, everything was delicious. Service was good, manager was very nice to us. Scenery is beautiful. 11/10 experience for our first time.

    I was there on a Saturday night. 8 PM. They were not busy. I was a dinning alone…read more The service was disinterested, more so after I informed them that I didn't drink. I was given a menu then an excessive about of time to review it. Place my oder and didn't see my server again until 20 minutes after I was done. A food runner brought the food and I had to flag down another server to get me more water. I asked my server for the desert menu. She was prompt in getting it to me but disappeared (not really, she had plenty of time for all the tables around me and was able to ignore me when I tried to get her attention). By the time she showed up to get my desert order I just asked for the check. I was rather pissed. I got the check and paid it, adding a 30% tip. It wasn't until I got the final print out that I discovered that the restaurant had already added a 20 gratuity. Since I had issues with my server, and the surprise automatic gratuity was not helping matters i asked for the manger. Told him about my experience and said there was NO the server earned and 50% tip. He refunded me the extra I put on as an added gratuity, but that was it. The food was good, but was so very salty I couldn't eat the entire entree (pork, rice, beans). The beans were good. The rice good. The prok goo to a point. Oh, they have also changed their name. With all the restaurants on the strip, try some where else. The service here is a problem and the salt ia enough to clog an artery.

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    Esquina Cubana

    Esquina Cubana

    4.6
    (370 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    I stayed right across the street from here and kept walking by, so late (well late for me) one…read morenight, my friend and I walked in. We were seated immediately and were given our menus. The menus for pretty much every Cuban restaurant in South Beach are copy paste replicas so the menu had pretty standard options. I started with a passionfruit mojito. It was amazing, one of the best i have ever had. I also got a cubano, which was good, but nothing mind-blowing. My friend ordered the churrasco sandwich, but they gave her the plate instead. The server then brought her bread so she could make her own sandwich, which was a nice touch and the price was the same. She enjoyed it and it looked like it was cooked perfectly to her liking.

    After our walking tour in South Beach, we were looking for something a little more authentic and…read morelow-key, away from the busy energy of Ocean Drive. That area definitely has more of a party vibe, and we just wanted to sit down and enjoy a relaxed dinner. We ended up at Esquina Cubana, just a couple of blocks away and I'm so glad we found it. It truly felt like a hidden gem tucked on the corner. The service was good overall. I do wish they were a bit more talkative or engaging, but they were still attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. The food, though, was the highlight. I ordered the beef empanadas (definitely recommend over the chicken), and my friends had a tamale and a Cuban sandwich everything came out flavorful and satisfying. We stayed for about 30 minutes, enjoyed the laid-back vibes, and it was exactly the kind of quick, authentic stop we were looking for before heading back to the hotel.

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