I have to say this is Cuban fast food chain has decreased in the quality since my last visit. The black beans were tasteless and the chucks of pork were dry. I was really bummed out since I was dying to have some authentic Cuban food. Their is plenty of seating for large groups with several rooms ready to seat your party. What I found was that the service is friendly but stretched to thin. One server in one room with over 10 large groups is abusive and really unnecessary. I did observe other areas that didn't have as many people as the room we were in. In the end, our service was slow but he was very friendly and you could tell he was experienced and knew what he was doing. As we were in a family celebration mode, didn't really care about the time factor and also recognize that no one is ever in a hurry in Miami. I just felt bad for our server, Rolando who did an excellent job of attending to us. Everything we ordered was delivered and he was on point with water, napkins, drinks, and espresso. read more

La Carreta - Sangria - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

How stupid can one be ??, this place has an outdoor area but is closed ??, are you kidding?, hello COVID !!!! Management????? Only seating indoors with the AC and the weather is not even hot, if I get sick , they will be hearing from my attorney. read more

La comida riquisima. Awesome food and service! Servicio bueno y comida. Lo recomiendo 100% read more

La Carreta - Pollo empanizado, maduros y arroz moro. - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

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Great services. Food was delicious with a lot of flavor. Churrasco was super juicy. The place was nice and clean, very attentive. I'll give it A+ read more

La Carreta - Churrascos, moro de habichuelas negra con tostones. - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

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Coffe shop team morning shift is doing excellent work Ms Sara Ms Alyeris and all others are super proactive. Bravo ! read more

muy mal servicio , pides una cosa te dan otra la verdad es verdaderamente horrible , el cafe sabe a agua la verdad al paso de los años ha decaído tanto este lugar read more

This place has gone down in service. Arrive this morning at 7 am to the side cafeteria I asked the lady for a Cuban toast and she says oh I have to call "didn't get the name" and she looks at me and say the toaster is broken. I asked her again so I am not able to get a toast and she says no. You would think a place as big as La carreta would have more than one toaster so sad when you have a someone that is too lazy to work. Very bad service didn't offer a solution or anything else read more

I've been coming to this same location since I was little, my favorites in this place have never changed, the fish ceviche (served with plantain chips) chicken noodle soup (with lime) and the churrasco with chimichurri and white rice are the absolute best at this place, the location is especially convenient since you have both Miami International Mall and Dolphin Mall right there after you're done dining. The service has always been quick to arrive, never have I ever had to return anything, and the food comes out relatively fast. In a Cuban cuisine restaurant you'd expect, of course, a Cuban ambiance. You'd find a ton of old Cuban history around the restaurant as you walk by. Overall, La Carreta, would definitely recommend to anyone. Especially this location which never fails to amaze. read more

The food is really good if you're looking for a fast bite cuban taste. They have coffee, toasts, sandwiches, and croquetas. And much more.

The service at this window has majorly changed and not in the good way. Terrible They do not have any manners and talk to you as if you are blessed to be helped by them. I have been coming to this window for 9 years today was the last day read more

Went for lunch at La Carreta by International mall. The special of the day was ajiaco, so had to get that. It was really good and reminded me of one from my childhood. Ordered a croqueta and I was pleasantly surprised that it came with a side dipping sauce and the croqueta was very good. The complimentary bread they give is always hot and crunchy. The service was good, only complaint was my glass of water wasn't refilled until the end when we asked. read more

I went here with a couple of my friends for dinner. For the pros, due to the corona virus, you unfortunately cannot sit inside, but the interior looked nice inside for a cuban restaurant down from the international mall. To my surprise, I had also no problem actually getting a table, and the food was actually pretty good. My lechon asado was a good size portion for 2, very tender, well seasoned, and had a nice light and citrusy mojo sauce. For the cons, I would've been glad to give this restaurant 5/5 stars if I had a better experience with the waiters, as they weren't really the very sociable. read more

La Carreta - Lechon Asado - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

Came for breakfast at 8am....they just opened. Service was horrible. Waitress and Waiters where all sitting eating with no care customers needed attention. Ordered their famous "Carretero Breakfast". Waitress said sorry we are out of bacon...how can you be out of bacon at 8am? So ordered sausage instead...which came undercooked and almost raw. Meal should have included 2 ham croquettes which I had to tell waitress to bring them almost after I finished my meal. I took a bite and they where actually fish croquettes and not ham...almost barfed. After I told her she really didn't care and was not apologetic at all and just put the bill on my table. Go to other locations cause this one has gone down hill. read more

This place has gone down in quality. Went for lunch, service was ok at best and It wasn't even busy during the lunch rush. Food was really not that good, not sure if they are under new management. As far as eating inside I will not go again. The ventanita was busy, so if your looking for a quick coffee break, I guess you'll be ok. read more

La Carreta - Breaded chicken steak Caldo Gallego - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

I love the food, the service amazing my waitress Mariela super nice and don't forget your cortadito read more

La Carreta - Delicious cortadito - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

La Carreta on 12th Street in Miami is a great place to go for all things delicious Cuban food that is well prepared. I really like the location and atmosphere that they have here that you can really enjoy your meal. The staff here provides an excellent overall experience. I have been happy with all of the meals I have had here. read more

La Carreta - La Carreta - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

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The food was horrible! The Ropa Vieja was salty, and the salad had no dressing. The worst was the rice. There was a few egg shell-like crunchiness. Then the most horrifying was seeing a small hair inside my rice. I'll never buy food from this place ever again. I'm going to review it on Google, Facebook, and Yelp. As a pregnant woman, I am mad that my dinner wasn't made with passion. This was a DoorDash order which I reported. I'm also calling an investigator to investigate this restaurant because I'm pregnant and ended up getting food poison. read more

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Service was very slow and lackluster. The server did the bear minimum taking my order and bringing the food. I waited 25 minutes after getting my food to get a check back. I wanted ketchup and salad dressing but this was not forthcoming. Food was alright, but the service made it below average. Go to Old Havana's. This place is underwhelming. read more

La Carreta - Steak with chimichurri sauce, fries and a salad. Been waiting for 30 mins for salt, ketchup and dressing for my salad. Underwhelmed - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

Today March 14, we had our first and only experience at La Carreta. When we first sat down, I saw they had margaritas and it ordered one. The waitress came over and I asked do you have different type of margaritas? She had no clue what I meant so needless to say, I got a Glass of ice water with tequila in it and no mixing pretty bad. we then ordered calamari off the menu and it at its advertised with marinara sauce. The sauce came and it was definitely not marinara sauce. It was like a Russian dressing mix with mayonnaise. I asked the waitress if they had marinara sauce and she went and spoke with the manager who told her that's the sauce they use for that. I then ordered the barbecue chicken and I got two pieces of pounded out chicken with barbecue sauce poured on it. I ate a few bites and left it. My wife ordered the steak sandwich. She told me it was so tough. She couldn't eat it. She had two bites and we left the steak sandwich. Unfortunately I can't give this restaurant anything below one or I would anyone who lives in Miami and knows what good Cuban food is. It's not this place. read more

Love stopping by for coffee on my way to the mall. Something about the connection between their hands to the Cuban coffee grinds that makes love on that espresso machine. Lunch is always great. Love the churrasco and pork chunks. The wait is never longer than 20 minutes and the food is quick and fresh. The inside of the restaurant is divided into a few sections so they're able to accommodate big parties. read more

Miami staple for Cuban food and cafecito, located in front of international mall la Caretta has been around forever, Felipe Valls sr owner and Cuban refugee really hit the big time when he opened this Miami landmark, my recommendations are the guava pastellitos which are my fav and the Cuban coffee. If you want a bigger meal they have an extensive lunch and dinner menu with all the Cuban classics such as carne con papas or arroz con pollo. Parking is scarce in this place due to the demand but you can always park in the mall. read more

La Carreta - Cortadito Evaporado & pastellito de guava - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

No ice tea and I asked for Cuban hot sauce and all they serve is Tabasco! Portions are not consistent with price.

This spot was delicious and inexpensive!!! The staff is nice, you also get plantain chips and buttered bread while you wait. I would definitely stop here if you get the chance, the Ropa Vieja was delicious and it paired well with my sandwich. Definitely ask for a side of their chimichuri sauce, it goes great with almost everything! read more

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Ms Sara and Ms Alyeris are excellent team always smiles and very professional. This two deserve to be recognized Mario Gustin read more

I went in expecting to have average food and was quite wrong. All four courses were very good. Well seasoned, well cooked with excellent flavor. Like many places, they were short-staffed, but our waiter was excellent, especially given that he was visablly given at least 6 tables. Look forward to returning. read more

More like 2 1/2 stars but the service was pleasant and they spoke both English and Spanish. We stopped here because it was convenient and an alternative to eating at the mall food court. They gave us a big basket of Cuban bread with garlic butter to start. You could smell the garlic (even through my cold). I prefer pressed Cuban bread so this was just okay, but not "stop me or I'll eat the whole basket" kind of bread -- my usual obsession. Had one of their lunch specials - picadillo -- which came with the usual ground beef, a few green olives, and a few raisins topped with a sprinkle of little yucca squares. It was served in its own separate dish. It just didn't have much flavor and there were too many chunks of ground meat clumped together. The best part of the meal was the plantains -- perfectly fried. The white rice was good as well. The place was packed at lunch...so maybe I need to order something different? There are so many good Cuban places in south Florida guess I've just become a bit spoiled. read more

La Carreta - I can even smell the garlic with my cold!! - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

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Food was over cooked , really dry , didn't eat any of it and they didn't ask if anything was wrong

Like we say in Spanish, "Bueno, Bonito y Barato" it never disappoints. Love coming to La Carreta. All dishes are affordable and tasty. read more

La Carreta - Menu - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

A Honest Review: One of the most iconic restaurants in Miami. From the minute I walked in the service was fantastic , was greeted at the door and guided right to my seat. I came in today for breakfast and it was excellent. If you have a Hispanic grandma this is the exact taste, smell, and vibrancy you would get from a authentic Cuban cooked breakfast. My Cafe Con Leche was delicious , the aroma was sweet, and for the price of all the food you get , it's a steal. Definitely recommend anyone who is Cuban or who is not from Miami or of Hispanic origin to try this Miami Gem! read more

La Carreta - Omelet: Chorizo Egg and Cheese Cuban Toast House Fries Café Con Leche - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

A classic Miami food chain. Great for breakfast, amazing for lunch and dinner. I really dig the outdoor "ventanita" they have going on outside. Makes it that much authentic. The cortadito is foamy, creamy and delicious. Pastelitos de guayaba hot and freshly done. The OJ also very fresh and refreshing, and Ofcourse a nice tostada! read more

La Carreta - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

The only enjoyable part of lunch was my grand kids. Server was in another planet. Forgot our orders, would bring one part and not the other and brought the last meal after bringing the check. Food served is prepackaged warmed up stuff. La Carreta has turned into la basura. Disappointed. Time for a new Cuban restaurant chain to take this spot and represent us well in food and service. read more

Not going back. How can Cuban food be bland? Well, it was here. Vaca frita and palomilla And yuca hervida all bland. Not going back.

La comida horrible. El arroz duro. Los frijoles resecos y ni contar los tostones con grasa pasada. Que decepción read more

It's a franchise Cuban restaurant in Miami... it's not the best compared to the abuelas or the mom-n-pop places around, but it's solid food that you can rely on for their consistency and huge menu. I'm a fan of La Carreta because they're open early for your Cubano coffee and they're open late for the dinner munchies. Service is good, although usually on the slower side. This location is outside of the International Mall plaza. The parking is a nightmare. The traffic flow around the restaurant is one-way, and you might be lucky to get a spot in their area. But during busy hours, you can park further and just walk. The inside of the restaurant is huge, and they do get busy. But the service is friendly and it's clean inside. The table gets a basket of Cuban bread, served hot and buttery. I ordered: - Assorted Croquettes (Ham, Chicken, Codfish and Yuca). I love croquettes and these are excellent as appetizers! Big pieces served hot and crispy. My least favorite is the codfish, it tasted very fishy. I was pleasantly surprised by the Yuca! We ordered a second plate of just the Yuca croquettes because we liked them so much. They're served with a Cilantro Aioli Sauce that tastes AMAZING!! I definitely saved it to eat with the rest of my food. - Ropa Vieja: Shredded Beef Cooked with Onions and Cuban Mojo. Served with Moros Rice and Sweet Plantains. You can order different sides with your entree, but I like the sides it's served with. The beef is tender and juicy. I loved that it's served in a bowl of sauce. Classic Cuban food with big flavor. I love the food here, and it's the same at any of the locations you go. They also have a quick service window for coffee and pastries if you don't want to sit down. read more

La Carreta - Assorted croquettes: ham, chicken, codfish, and yuca - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

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Seafood flavorless. Yuca frita very dry. Server was not welcoming. We sat, ordered, ate, payed and left. Nothing special about this place. We won't be back. read more

I've been to this location a few times and the food keeps getting worse. I spent $11 for scrambled eggs and can't get that right. Does this look scrambled to you? If it does you should be ashamed to be in the food business. read more

La Carreta - "Scrambled eggs " - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

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We are locals and just landed from Las Vegas and we're craving Cuban food. It looks like the quality of this place has gone down. I should've checked my food before I left. what they tried to pass for chicken vaca frita was a disrespect, disgusting and a misery of food. The tostones were extremely bland and overall the food was disgusting and low quality. This place has really gone down. read more

I've been to La Carreta restaurants my share of times, including this one. Being next to the mall it's kind of hard not to stop by every now and then, even though there are a lot of other choices not too far. If compared to other Carreta locations, this one should change their carpet flooring inside as it doesn't have a nice appearance and pretty much makes the place feel a bit dirty. I do like that they have outside seating. Food is pretty standard in all locations but I wasn't impressed with the fish chunks here, they were only good with tartar sauce and lacked otherwise. Nevertheless most items on the menu are yum. read more

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This place has gotten really bad. Don't order food for pickup it will sit there forever. The food quality sucks. And the food they serve it cold. read more

La Carreta - It's fufu looks like vomit - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

My chicken and vegetables were over cooked. The black beans were more sauce than beans. When you order plantain chips it supposed to come with a garlic sauce not a lime sauce. Seriously we are in Miami - this is unforgivable. The place was clean and the waiter was nice, thus the two stars. read more