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El Mirador

3.3 (20 reviews)
Closed 6:30 am - 11:00 AM, 6:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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Ric P.

El Mirador is the in-house restaurant at the Holiday Inn Express Miami and is on the 9th floor. We had breakfast. Eggs, bacon, pork sausage, home fries, OJ, cranberry juice, and coffee. All on the American Airlines dime. :-) Food was good (it was breakfast) and the server was friendly and chatty; we liked her. As it was Sunday, there was a Sunday buffet. Lots of food choices for $20.99 a person.

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Kay H.

Pleasantly surprised. Staying here in Holiday Inn for work, and this restaurant is on the ninth floor overlooking the airport and highways. Our group didn't want to venture out into the traffic, so we decided to give this place a try. The reviews weren't so good, so I was a bit hesitant. We were seated right away, and our server Ana came over promptly. She was wonderful! She knew right away we all needed the dreadful separate checks. When we asked her what was good, she replied "everything". She took our drink orders and then came back for our orders. Three of us had the salmon, and it was cooked perfectly. It wasn't dry at all. Another had the fajitas and she said they were really good. Another had the Sirloin and she was happy with the flavor too. The place became a little bit busy, however it's not loud in there so you can hear your company speak. They did add the tip in each bill to which we gave more because Ana was really great, patient and funny. Thank you Ana! Enjoy!

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Kayesha W.

One of the perks of staying at the hotel is this restaurant on the 9th floor. There is a bar area and a separate restaurant area and there is also a little patio so you can eat outside. Service was a bit slow (but friendly) and it was not crowded but food was good and views were very nice. I loved my Cuban sandwich and the lady I was talking to had the salmon with veggies and she said it was really good.

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Reham M.

Not sure if they have other branches but this restaurant is located inside the holiday inn by Miami airport. When we booked our stay, breakfast was included. When we went the next day to have breakfast, we were told that our options for breakfast are only from this small section in the menu (otherwise we have to pay). Anyhow, that section had around 6-8 dishes but all were basically the same. Eggs, toast and something else (potato or sausage). Considering we were in Miami for a week, it was boring ordering the same thing over and over again. So we skipped some days and went out to find a different place to have breakfast. Food wise, it was OK. Nothing special.

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Bartenders exceptional!! Great happy hour prices!! Food is amazing!! It is the star of the show. Don't miss this hidden gem!!

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The food is really good. The bar could use better tasting drinks. Then you can start and dance. Good night out and in one place.

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I chose to eat here out of convenience since I'm staying at the hotel it's located in. I waited 90 minutes for a simple salad.

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Service was top notch. Very attentive. Food was average. We had the penne Alfredo, one with shrimp, one with chicken.

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( next to - in the holiday inn ) A great, yet concise menu of Latin / Caribbean entrees - all very nicely done.

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Versailles

4.0
(7.1k reviews)
3.1 mi
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Versailles is a Miami staple for a reason. Whether you're a local or just visiting, this iconic…read morespot belongs on your must-try list. The menu is extensive, offering so many authentic Cuban favorites that it can be hard to decide what to order. I've been here multiple times, and honestly, I haven't had a single dish that I didn't enjoy. Everything I've tried has been flavorful, satisfying, and worth coming back for. The restaurant is spacious with plenty of seating, so even though it's popular, it does a great job accommodating guests. The lively atmosphere adds to the overall experience and gives you a true taste of Miami's Cuban culture. Don't leave without stopping by the bakery next door! It's the perfect way to end your meal, with an incredible selection of pastries, desserts, coffee, and other sweet treats. Even if you're already full, it's worth grabbing something to enjoy later. Great food, generous portions, a rich history, and an authentic atmosphere--Versailles continues to be one of my favorite places to visit whenever I'm in Miami.

Versailles in Little Havana continues to be a Miami classic that's well worth a visit. Today I went…read morewith my husband and son, and despite how incredibly busy the restaurant was, we had an excellent experience. My husband ordered the picadillo with rice and black beans, my son had the vaca frita with rice and black beans, and both enjoyed a side of tostones. I chose the rionada with congrí and sweet plantains. Overall, the food was delicious, flavorful, and satisfying. The only disappointment was the tostones. They were a bit bland and not as crispy as we prefer. Everything else, however, was excellent. The service was outstanding; friendly, attentive, and efficient, even with the restaurant packed. Every area was bustling, from the dining room to the bakery and takeout counters, yet everything seemed well organized. The restaurant itself was clean and very well maintained. To finish our meal, the three of us shared a flan, and it was absolutely delicious; the perfect ending to a wonderful meal. I have to admit, we were enjoying our conversation so much that I completely forgot to take pictures! That's probably a good sign that we were too busy enjoying the food and each other's company. Versailles remains one of Miami's iconic Cuban restaurants, and it's definitely a place worth visiting. We'll certainly be back.

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Indoor seating area of bakery
Indoor seating area of bakery
Flan de Caramelo ($4.75) - Cuban style flan. Pretty good though very sweet. Very smooth texture.
Flan de Caramelo ($4.75) - Cuban style flan. Pretty good though very sweet. Very smooth texture.
Flan de Caramelo ($4.75) - Cuban style flan. Pretty good though very sweet. Very smooth texture.

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Flan de Caramelo ($4.75) - Cuban style flan. Pretty good though very sweet. Very smooth texture.
Kuba Kitchen

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4.5
(98 reviews)
2.2 mi
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If you need a tasty and quick bite not far from Miami International Airport, look no further that…read moreKuba Kitchen! While waiting for my mom's delayed flight to come in, I decided to pop over to this quaint cuban restaurant about 2 miles from thr airport. The outside definitely could use a touch up but the inside was clean, inviting and nice for a casual night out. I didnt end up ordering a drink and ordered a Ropa Vieja. This came with a choice of 2 sides, of which there are plenty of options. I ended up picking the Yuca fries and black bean rice. The Ropa Vieja was packed with flavor and the yuck fries were perfectly crispy without them being overcooked inside. The black bean rice was the perfect compliment to balance it out. I was able to fill up on one dish by myself for dinner, so you'd likely need one dish per person. The Levhin Asada was highly reccomended as well! I was happy with the price for the meal as I felt like they were priced perfectly and felt like a good value. The staff was incredibly friendly and were only ever genuinely smiling! I will definitely be back on future visits to Miami!

If I could give them a negative 100 I would. We travelled all the way from Seattle and I chose them…read moreout of many restaurants around because of the reviews and it looks like a family owned restaurant. We sat down and a lady in glasses took our order. We didn't even ask for it recommendations and she recommended two things and literally forced us to order one and we did. It was the A lo Guijio natural and it literally tasted worse than the Costco chicken. And she told me I should order the other shredded beef thing she recommended and I said no. I want to try a Cuban sandwich and there were several on the menu. I specifically told her I wanted the steak sandwich and pointed to number one and the brought out the el kubano sandwich which was number 2. When I raised my concern she argued with me and said I ordered that one and was giving me full attitude. Please do yourself a favor and don't come there. I don't know what other people are saying but I guarantee you food suck and service is even more terrible. Go somewhere else and maybe pay a little more or even the same to make sure you get what you order and probably way better food. DO NOT go here and have your day ruined like mine. She recommender chicken is below, as you can see: tiny, dry, and absolutely nothing special.

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El Mirador - cuban - Updated July 2026

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