The empanadas were very tasty. I had one queso and one with sausage, egg, and cheese that were obviously freshly made. My mom enjoyed her beef and chicken versions. We could have had one each and been full. The fried plantains were a good addition and something we don't get where we live read more

Everything here is kinda strange. Service is off, then again, this is a very busy spot, so you may start at a good energy level only to crash towards the end. The place is on the smaller side, yet many patrons fit in. This place is also a kind of nostalgic place, so I guess nostalgia also has a price. The food, the main reason we come here, is OK. Not very tasty, although cooked well. The other reason we come here, drink, is below par. Maybe, for the below average Joe, this place may suffice, but if you know what a cocktail bar is, this place won't cut it. My flan was good, the prices reflect the location, and if it begins to pour in Miami, you may have no other option. read more

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I have never felt so disrespected by a restaurant manager in my life. Before our full party even had a chance to arrive, we were confronted by the manager, Angel, simply because we parked in the back lot while waiting. Instead of greeting us like guests, he approached us with hostility and aggression -- speaking to us as if we were trespassing criminals rather than paying customers. There was no calm explanation. No courtesy. No professionalism. Just an immediate, confrontational tone that felt like harassment. We were embarrassed and shocked at how quickly the situation escalated over something so minor. What made it even worse was the complete lack of professionalism in both behavior and appearance. A manager is supposed to represent leadership, class, and hospitality. Instead, Angel presented himself in a sloppy, poorly dressed manner and carried himself with arrogance and rudeness. It was astonishing that someone in that role could behave this way toward guests. A restaurant's atmosphere starts at the top. If this is how management treats people before they even sit down, I can only imagine what happens behind the scenes. We came to enjoy a meal. Instead, we were made to feel unwelcome, uncomfortable, and harassed. Absolutely unacceptable. read more

Monday's $6.00 coco and guava mojitos are absolutely delicious.... The fried yuca with the sauce is very tasty, as is the papa rellena...plus the Cuban sandwich... Enjoying the weather on the patio...the servant was both tentative and professional... read more

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Food ok. We had the empanadas: Chorizo and cheese, Spinach and Cheese and Ropa Vieja . All good options for a quick bite. Service not great. Outdoor seating was nice and it's situated right at the heart of Little Havana. But I'm sure we could have found a better place to get a bite to eat. read more

El Pub - Empanadas : Assorted - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

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Great service! Got Cubana which was great and the seafood stew which is delicious with the hot sauce! Also got carne and chorizo empanada and the chorizo was yummier! read more

El Pub - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

Every time I've been there, the food is on point. The service is amazing from when you get there till you leave. The bathrooms are clean and you can definitely count on it being a jovial experience, especially when there's life music. read more

El Pub is an absolute Miami institution -- and after dining here, it's easy to see why this place has stood the test of time. If you're looking for an authentic Cuban dining experience in the heart of Little Havana, look no further. The food is the real deal. The ropa vieja was tender and deeply flavorful, the black beans and rice were perfectly seasoned, and the tostones were crispy golden perfection. Every bite felt like a home-cooked meal made with love and tradition. read more

Just an ok restaurant. Good service on a busy Sunday afternoon. Food had no seasoning or flavor whatsoever. I ordered the ropa vieja empanada and the lechon empanada and didn't care for them. Better in the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico. Agua Fresca was $9 and nothing special about it. Live music playing, casual ambiance. I don't think I would consider coming here again. Pricey... read more

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First time in Little Havana. Incredible sandwich. Homemade bread. Excellent service. And I was surprised at the price. More than reasonable. Can't wait to go back if I've ever hear again. read more

El Pub - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

Here's your review with corrected grammar and flow: "Hello Yelpers! Quick review of this spot: The food was good, and the price wasn't bad for being on famous Calle Ocho. It was delicious! I had a regular breakfast with eggs, homemade potatoes, and ham, which came with coffee with milk and toasted Cuban bread, plus an extra order of eggs. My cousin ordered a BLT (bacon, lettuce, tomato), which he said was delicious and looked great in the photos. The server, an older lady, was attentive, as were the other staff, which was nice since it was empty when we arrived. She even shared the secret to a good Cuban cafe con leche (coffee with milk) - a big plus! The ambiance feels very Miami, modern Cuban with the classic rooster at the door and wooden seating. Definitely recommend if you're from out of town!". read more

El Pub - Egg breakfast and blt - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

We were visiting Miami exploring Little Havana when we decided to stop here for lunch because of reviews. Big mistake! The place was busy, but we sat for over 20 minutes before our server even acknowledged us. She eventually took our order, but we never received our drinks and no one checked on us again. Meanwhile, people around us were being seated, getting drinks, and getting their food. My friend tried to say something to another server, but it didn't seem to go anywhere. The whole experience felt awkward and unwelcoming, so we ended up leaving and going elsewhere for lunch. Definitely disappointing. read more

El Pub - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

Well known place by locals. Was told this place been here for over 40 years??? Many movies have been filmed here too. Tried their coffee and beef empanada. They were one of the best beef empanada I had. Full of juicy beef filling. Their hot sauce really elevated the empanadas tasting. read more

El Pub - One of the best beef empanadas! - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

Came here around lunch time on a Friday. This is such a cool Miami Cuban vibe spot with a lot of history, they've filmed scenes here from war dogs, power, and Ballers with The Rock Dwayne Johnson. When I went, they had live music playing; it was so lively and fun. I sat at the bar and kept seeing all these amazing looking sandwiches coming out for different tables. I ended up getting the steak sandwich with a mojito. mojitos are a must in Little Havana. Everything was delicious and fresh. the atmosphere was great; it gives you that authentic local feel. read more

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I was on a walking tour of Little Havana in Miami and happened to find this cute coffee window. Had to try the Cafe Cubano and a chicken empanada. Most Cuban restaurants have a walk up window just for coffees and snacks. My order was taken quickly by a friendly server behind the window and was ready promptly. The Cafe Cubano was served as it should be, hot and sweet. I loved the empanada too. It was loaded with chicken and veggies. A definite must try in Miami!!! read more

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Being a Miami native, I remember little havana being run down and not a tourist place, and el pub has been there since I was a kid. So visiting town, we decided to stop for some cuban food for old memories. We ordered a churassco and a fritanga for mains, then quarto leche and arroz fon leche for dessert. Service was friendly and quick. Food was delicious and just like i remember 30 years ago. While little havana is very different, the food still hits the same. read more

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Good authentic food. Great prices. Friendly service and great atmosphere, perfect must go spot in little Havana. Great happy hour and drink specials during the week too! read more

El Pub - Ropa Vieja - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

I stopped here before heading to the airport for another empanada, thele best chicken empanadas on the Little Havana strip. The service is great and food came out fast. A must visit when in Little Havana!! read more

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What do you do after you get into Miami late at night after a long, hard day of travel? You go to Little Havana and have a midnight dinner at El Pub. My hubby and I are on vacation, and our flight from Los Angeles to Miami was long and hot. It took us over an hour to walk through the Miami airport and get a rental car. It was 11:40pm by the time we got checked into our hotel room. But Little Havana was lively at midnight, with music blaring, people out and about, and a balmy breeze in the air. El Pub gave really friendly service and a platter of packed empanadas. We tried chicken, beef, ham and cheese, and guava and cheese empanadas. We also had a shrimp cocktail and a plate of sweet fried plantains. The empanadas were well seasoned and loaded with meat. They were definitely good empanadas. The shrimp cocktail, while not tremendously generous (only six shrimp), was nice and fresh. The fried plantains were my favorite thing on the table. They were just perfect. My favorite of the empanadas was the guava and cheese. My favorite of the meat empanadas was the beef. Hanging out at El Pub and experiencing the boisterous, zesty flavor of Little Havana at midnight was a great way to start our vacation. read more

El Pub - Empanadas - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

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Perfect casual dinner place with large serving sizes. Everyone in our group ordered something different and we all loved every dish. Our favorite sides were the mixed vegetables and the plantains. To drink we recommend ordering Hatuey Cubana, a Cuban style beer, served in a bucket of ice. While you eat there's music, a friendly waitstaff, and quick service. The restaurant has happy hour 4-8 each day and karaoke on Wednesday's! read more

El Pub - Clockwise from upper left: Ropa Vieja, Vaca Frita de Pollo, Lechon Asado, and Picadillo - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

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This place is magic, the regular beef empanadas are fire! The bar is quintessential, the guy making the sandwiches is like a Picasso with artful arrangements and spiked with logoed toothpicks. Pretty as a picture, read more

I really wanted to like this place, but no one in the family did. Three adults and two kids, disappointed. Tried several sandwiches, including their special, media noche, Elena Ruth. All okay at best. Even their croquetas were not great. I think their location is why they still get customers, including tourists. Many Cuban bakeries are a better choice, in my opinion. read more

-1 star for the lack of air conditioning in this Calle Ocho Miami heat and for the drink pushing waitress. I did succumb and order a jugo de pina, and it was delightful. The waitress was attentive but I think she wanted us drunk, but we persisted with the gallons of water requests and after being properly hydrated we enjoyed the hands down (or up) Cuban food. Ropa Vieja, tostones, special "Elena Ruth" Cuban sandwich. There are many choices and it's so hard to choose but this one was so, so good and the bathrooms were clean and refreshing. That's always a plus in my books. read more

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This place has always caught my eye as a local cause it's always packed and it has a very beautiful aesthetic. The restaurant wasn't super packed like how it usually is, so I decided to check it out since service would probably be quick. Unfortunately, the service was terrible. It took my server 30 minutes to drop-off water. Then she left and came back 20 minutes later to take my order. The food took almost an hour and it wasn't anything special. The server disappeared again and I had to go looking for her to pay my bill. Suffice to say, I will never go back after this visit. read more

El Pub - French toast - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

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I came out to Miami for my birthday and this was the first place my uncle took me. I was looking to try more Cuban cuisine and this was the SPOT. I had the Vaca Frita steak for the first time and it was really good. It's basically crispy shredded beef. The meat was juicy and flavorful. The onions went well with the steak. On the side I had white rice and black beans can't go wrong with that combo. I love flan so when I seen they had a flan milkshake I had to try it. It was real sweet and creamy and was honestly the perfect embodiment of a flan and milkshake combo. On my last day in Miami I came back. This time I had to order the Cubano sandwich and it was fire. First off presentation was on point. The bread was toasted nice and crisp. The meat inside was juicy and had that Smokey taste to it. I love the pickles. The fries as garnish was nice. I really wanted to true the cuatro leches milkshake but they ran out so I got the flan again. That milkshake was still good. Service was pretty good. I love how it's more of an old school vibe. The waiters were amazing and on point with everything. The complimentary butter bread was nice. Overall, this is a dope Cuban restaurant in Little Havana. The aesthetics are nice and old school. If you're in Miami looking for Cuban cuisine this is the place. read more

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Had a great lunch here in their outdoor space. They recently added a "make your own bowl" feature to the menu and it was a great idea. The food was really good and it was a decent sized bowl. I had a delicious mango drink to complete the meal. Nice and respectful waiter. I would come back here for more Cuban food and the shade of their outdoor space. read more

El Pub - Refreshing mango drink. - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

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Had an amazing time at El Pub for lunch. It was Mojito Monday so I couldn't pass that up, but I got the Churrasco and the Ropa Vieja... cooked to perfection! Shoutout the staff for their hospitality. Great food, service and vibes. Get there! read more

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The food was awesome, the fish tastes very fresh. Service was very nice and attentive. I look forward to coming back to another meal. read more

El Pub - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

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This is my first time trying Cuban food, so I may not be the best judge for their food. But overall, I think it's still worth the try! If you like light, tomato-based flavor food, you should try the ropa vieja (beef dish). It went well with the rice. We tried their chicken empanadas, and I thought the chicken was pretty dry compared to what we tried from the other restaurants. read more

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Local hidden gem in old Havana, Miami Beach. The food was absolutely delicious and fresh. Experience here is unbelievable. Service was on point, but we definitely came during the time there was a lot slower. The place has plenty of seats inside and they set up for live music with some great music playing during the dining. read more

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I went here for breakfast for a Cuban coffee and guava pastry. It was only $4 as of April 2026. The pastry was so flaky and delicious. Coffee was delicious as well. read more

El Pub - Outdoor patio at El Pub. - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

Worst service ever. Just decided to leave. No one came to my table. Then I went outside to get a coffee. They look at me like I was bothering them. F this place read more

In the middle of Little Havana, you can always find the comforting Cuban food here. It's always packed with customers so the service could be a bit slow. But the Cuban sandwich is good and cortadito is just right. The regular Cuban dishes could be hit or miss sometimes but over all, they are good. On weekends, they have music playing inside. I take my out of town friends here and they seem to enjoy. read more

Service was not great, took forever to get waters and take our orders. Ended up taking half of our parties food to go because it took too long to get most of our food. I got the Cuban sandwich, it was good, nice sized sandwich and tasted great. Parties of 6 or more they will not split checks and also add 18% gratuity automatically. read more

Food was 10 Customer service was 9 Cleanliness 8 Please stop heating the queso dip in the microwave it was chunky thick instead of smooth velvet run over a chip and up the jalapeño in the dip ijs Over all i would go back bc that fish was very good so high 8 for me... Dj was a cube l vibe read more

Cute little spot. Pitcher of mojitos was good and food came out quick. However, service was very slow. Fine at first because we were just relaxing but 30 minutes after ordering drinks, we didn't even offer food. Once ordered, it cam quickly. Worse part was paying the bill. We get bill and I gave 10% because of service. She takes the check, walks away, reviews my tip and comes back to say they REQUIRE 18% TIP. I had to give another $4. No where on menu or restaurant said required tip. Absolutely ridiculous. El Pub, el no read more

El Pub - Pitcher of mojito - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

Brought my mother here after a long day of touristing. This place was very clean, large and had plenty of seating inside and out. My mom ordered fresh squeezed orange juice and it was spectacular. For dinner I ordered the chicharrónes de pollo that comes with two sides of your choice, I went with white rice and yuca al mojo. They were served in large healthy portions that I had plenty of leftovers. The chicharrónes de pollo were delicious, juicy. The yuca was really good. My mom enjoyed her vacation frita as well. read more

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In a city with few authentic restaurants and a ton of tourist traps, El pub really stands out. Fun environment, friendly staff, and great food. read more

Tried El Pub and had the Cuban sandwich and the boliche. Both were pretty good--solid flavors and satisfying, but nothing that totally blew me away. Worth checking out if you're nearby, just don't go in expecting food anything mind-blowing. The service was great and the ambiance was welcoming ! read more

Lourdes made our experience amazing. The food was great and the live music was exceptional. Lourdes made this restaurant even better with her attentiveness and superb customer service. . read more