I've ordered from this place several times as well as stopping by before or after the airport for…read morereliable Cuban food. Not only do they have great prices, they're also very centrally located. Plus, they actually have a parking lot which avoids a hassle. Whether it's the ventanita or a full meal-they got what you need. I do appreciate how they really make their maduros nice and crispy on the edges. On this last visit, I added the blackberry Dijon sauce on the side to dip my chicken breast in and it was a pretty interesting flavor profile for such a small dip. It's a chill spot but w a miami Cuban diner approach to it so depending on the time of day or day of the week, you can expect a rush or just have it nice and peaceful. The service is quick and not stuffy or overhyped.

The restaurant was recommended by the hotel where we stayed. We were able to walk in for brunch…read morewithout reservations. Our meals were disappointing. The meat was chewy and very overcooked. It was very difficult cutting it with a knife. The tortilla omelette was also dry. The drinks were the only things we thought were good.

I was told that when you're in Florida ESPECIALLY Miami you HAVE to get Cuban food. And wow... now…read moreI understand why. As we were driving in, the place already looked beautiful. We came in the evening and immediately, as we walked up, there was music, people laughing, talking, smiling... the energy was incredible. I also loved that there was a bar off to the side while waiting. We ordered a few mojitos and sat outside at the tables and benches, just enjoying the atmosphere. When our name was finally called and we walked inside, I genuinely felt like I was stepping into history. The atmosphere here is unmatched. The music, the aromas, the people. God, I loved it here and I hadn't even tried the food yet. We ordered the braised oxtail (which came with plantains and rice), salmon glazed in guava BBQ sauce, ceviche tropical, assorted empanadas, and a Cuban sandwich. Everything was phenomenal. The sauce paired with the empanadas perfectly. The guava BBQ glaze on the salmon was absolute perfection. It was the perfect combo of sweet, smoky, and flavorful. The ceviche had the perfect acidity and tasted so fresh and refreshing. This is one of the most famous Cuban restaurants in Miami. It completely lives up to the reputation. Highly recommended

DIRT AND MUD IN THE SALAD!!! WATCH OUT…read more We ordered the salad with mango and pecans. They do not wash there lettuce. There was literally dirt/mud at the bottom and I took my first bite and it felt like biting into sand. Upon spitting the food out onto my plate it was black sludge. Literally my tongue and teeth were black. The waiter came by and grabbed the plate when I was in the bathroom. I spent about 10 minutes trying to get that BLACK SLUDGE out of my mouth. When I was spitting out the dirt/mud wife noticed the bus boys laughing at me and there was not a manger in sight. When I asked for a manager he did not even respond. No apology or anything just a look of confusion. Worst experience in a restaurant in my life and I love to eat and have been to many types of restaurant big and small. Cheap and expensive and this one takes the cake. We were so bummed as I see thousands of great reviews. But if there was a zero I would have given zero stars the way they handled the situation. If you eat there in the future make sure to check for DIRT/MUD.

Really solid fast-casual spot. The food is consistently fresh and flavorful, and the prices are…read morevery reasonable for the portion sizes you get. It's a great place to grab a quick meal without feeling like you're sacrificing quality. Service is quick and efficient, and the staff is friendly and helpful. The whole place has a relaxed, no-frills atmosphere that makes it easy to stop in for lunch or a casual dinner. If you're looking for good food that's affordable and served quickly, this place definitely hits the mark. I'll definitely be coming back.

I ordered two large tamal en cazuela to go, and neither of the two had one piece of masita de…read morepuerco in it. I seriously paid $30 to get two big containers of masa and some toasted cuban bread, which was honestly the best part of the meal. Totally unacceptable! No wonder the place was empty!

Longtime since we've been to this location. Arrived at approximately 3:30pm very few customers…read more Plenty of servers, floor littered with garbage, the very least they could do is go around sweeping up loose garbage. If it looks bad, it is bad! The waitress was very polite and courteous, but it didn't make up for the "rock hard" tostones! I had the yellow rice with pork chunks and fried plantains that did not look fresh at all. Sent the tostones back for softer ones, but received hot and still hard ones. My wife did have a good split pea soup that was satisfactory. Ambiance was typical Miami Cuban vibe. Hate to say this, but too many other better places to go in Miami. Loyal customers will continue to come here, but we won't.

Croquetas are huge and tasty. Pan con croqueta wasn't great. Didn't have butter just plan bread…read morewith croquetas. Beef empanada was very good. Mango smoothie good, very milky.

This place was great. The Hot Honey pizza and Frita were amazing…read more The staff was very pleasant and helpful. The place was very nicely laid out with great paintings on the walls. Love the Monkey!!

Was excited for a new place to open on South Miami, but it didn't last…read more My partner and I ordered the steak sandwich, which was barely enough steak to cover the bread. We both agreed the chicken club was the way to go. There was a good sized chicken breast. You may chalk this up to us being gringos, but there was a little too much oil on the bread. You can see the shine.

Miami, Miami, Miami. Every time I come to your town the food scene never lets me down. Found out…read moreabout this place years ago but never was able to make it to the restaurant. When you walk in the restaurant is very clean but it's very busy so pack your time and patients the line moves very fast so that's a plus. When you go there just know that English is spoken very little so learn how to order your food In Spanish it's shows that you at least tried and they very gracious that you tried. Now to the food very delicious and well season I was a little disappointed at how much meat they gave but that was my eye being bigger than my stomach. I will definitely come back next time I'm in Miami.

Mala comida mala y refrescos pura agua es un.robo Al…read moredescubierto nunca más regresaré Está gente perdió su toque su comida ahora es peor que la de un lunchero

Delicious. Authentic. Intimate. I couldn't have asked for more. I got the ceviche and it was…read morehonestly perfect. The sauce was to die for. I asked for it spicy and they didn't miss. It's also conveniently located, but what really stood out was how they treated us. Super warm, super welcoming. Felt like family. Highly recommend. 5 stars.

Disfrutamos una deliciosa cena se Christmas Servicio…read moreexcelente, atencion por parte de Sofi ecepcional, la comida y dessert deliciosa . Regresaremos pronto !

Yet another tromp through the Miami airport. I'm not kidding when I say I've been through this…read moreairport at least 60 times, maybe more. Lunch time and yo tengo hambre. The chicken soup took a chill off the air conditioning. Great flavor, lots of chunky chicken, just the right amount of heat and saltiness. Now I need to learn how to make a homemade version of this. The booths in the back give the perfect place to relax for a bit on a layover and they don't seem to rush anyone out.

La Carreta (Located inside Miami International Airport)…read more2100 NW 42nd. Ave. Miami, FL 33142 Chicken empanada This Cuban cafe is conveniently located inside the Miami International Airport. The empanada did not have the greatest appearance, but it tasted decent for the most part. I could not acquire a taste for the chopped olives that were mixed in with the chicken. This was a quick, affordable snack that held me over after a long plane flight. #lacarreta #chickenempanada #miaminternationalairport

I want to start by saying I used to come here for lunch often, 20 years ago, when I worked on Blue…read moreLagoon. The food was always delicious! We had plans to get-together to meet my son's girlfriends' family who live in Estero. Since my son and his girlfriend live in Coral Gables, I suggested La Patagonia. Everybody loved it! I had the seafood pasta and a couple of glasses of Chardonnay. Everyone else had Malbec and ordered bottles, that were quite reasonably priced and they said it was really good. My son and his girlfriend shared the parrillada for 2, my daughter their famius steak milanesa. It is so large, i could split it into 4 meals. My son-in-law ordered the tiras de asado. He is a huge steak connoisseur. He was amazed at how delicious. Her mom and sister had assorted meat and saysage with a salad. The desserts were decadent and we finished it iff with Espresso. Being a Thursday night, they weren't that busy. The restaurant feels so cozy. Amanda, our server was great! She was so attentive -and patient. The food came out quick, warm and at the same time. Kudos! I highly recommend!!

Love this place, feels very Argentinian. Owner is very nice, the place is very spacious. I always…read moreget the entrana because it's so good!

La Tierra Restaurant - Miami, FL…read more La Tierra never disappoints! The atmosphere was amazing -- great music, an even better DJ, and food that hits every time. The vibe is perfect for a night out with friends or just to enjoy good food and good energy. I also want to give a big shout-out to the staff. I accidentally left my wallet there the night before, right after Thanksgiving, and they kept it safe for me until the next day. Truly honest and attentive people. That alone shows the kind of service they provide.

I was excited to try this place; it was my birthday dinner date with my husband. We rarely get out…read morealone. Unfortunately, the music was so loud (4 pm-ish on a Sunday) it was extremely difficult to compete against. People were shouting over the music. It wasn't as "warm and inviting" as I expected. It was so loud, I had to leave. I was looking for a place where we could dine and where (normal volume) conversation could take place. Sadly that was my first impression. I ordered a quisqueya roll and tried to cancel before leaving but was told it was too late to cancel. So I bought it "to go" while we found a different place to eat. I'm normally not a complainer. In fact, I usually give excellent reviews! I tried to avoid the negative review and originally messaged them privately via IG. No manager approached us; no one seemed to care.