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    La Criollita Cafeteria

    3.8 (33 reviews)
    ModerateSandwiches
    Closed 5:30 am - 7:00 pm

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    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Jonathan L.

    ASERE, ño que rico! Heres another review for another Cuban restaurant near East Hialeah! Small and cozy cuban cafeteria but great in taste! I visit this place maybe once a month, and every time i leave, im satisfied plus 3-5 additional pounds. This time i ordered one of my favorite, grilled chicken breast with rice and beans, french fries and drink a glass bottled coke (No matter what others say, Coke tastes just way better in glass bottle). All of it, with that hint of cuban condiments, tasted perfect. Every time I come, I can never complain on their food quality and freshness. Its hard to beat their low prices and lunch specials, for a big size meal. The reason this place doesn't reach 5 stars, is because its extremely limited in space. I say it has a total of 8-10 regular and small tables fitting 4 to 2 people respectively. It has a small size bar like on the other side of the restaurant. Also, the parking is very limited in space and it can be very packed and lunch times, mostly from noon to 2pm on weekdays. Lucky enough, you will find additional parking on the side street. I have to add, that sometimes waitresses can be a bit stressed, so their attitude wont be at their best, But most of them have been around for a long time so they know to get the orders right.

    Grilled Pork Chops
    Hollis C.

    Real Latin food!!!! I have been eating from there for 14 yrs and the quality of the food hasn't changed one bit. Everything is well seasoned and taste great....Highly recommend!!!!

    Linda A.

    My dad used to come here every morning and afternoon. In his memory I came and had a coffee here. After 8 years the flavor is still there. Authentically Cuban and a hole in the wall!!!

    Masas de puerco, arroz blanco, frijoles negros, maduros
    Ashley P.

    This is one of my favorite spots. I used to work in this area and I would come down here often to eat. The food is delicious, the portions are good, and they are super fast. The owner and his son run this little hole in the wall. I've never had anything to eat here that I did not like and the service is good. I haven't been here in probably a year, but the owner's son and one of the waitresses remembered me. The waitress even remembered what I used to order. This place is always packed around lunchtime and they aren't very big, so try to come early if you can. I have even brought out of town guests here before to try the fabulous Cuban food. My favorite thing on the menu is the fried pork chunks, but I also get the chicken breast with egg on top sometimes. Free Cuban toast with your order. Also, the passion fruit juice is awesome. And don't forget some colada for dessert! They also have a walk up window and plenty of baked goods if you only have time to grab and go. Check it out!

    Jean P.

    Authentic Cuban food... reminds me of my childhood, coming home from school going to my neighbors house and getting a home cooked meal... mmmmmmm #EatWithMe

    Quail (codorniz) at its best. It's delish!
    Boni L.

    I've been coming here for years and I have never been disappointed. The service is great, the food is delish and they make u feel at home. The arroz con leche is amazing and what I love the most is the oven roasted quail (codorniz ). Don't forget their famous cuban coffee.

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    6 years ago

    the best cuban food in miami the food was soooo good! the best mom & pop cuban spot.

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    8 years ago

    Little hidden gem in East Hialeah, above and beyond service, meals are tasty and the wide selection of beers is endless

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    10 years ago

    Very good Cuban sandwich just stopped in for a sandwich waiting on the train friendly staff good spot

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    11 years ago

    Good sandwiches and lunch specials friendly atmosphere prices are good also churro steak is the best..good prices

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    12 years ago

    Had an excellent lunch at one of my favorite Cuban Restaurant. Great Service and Prices. Very friendly and fast.

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    11 years ago

    Right by the office, making it extra convenient! Delicious food at a great price...plus they take credit cards!

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    I have been going to this place for years. The food is great and they have daily specials. They are always fast and friendly.

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    Your typical cuban cafeteria.... smalll, loud and not great service. The food just like any other nothing special.

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    WARNING: Do NOT buy a pan con bistec from Pronto Café unless you have absolutely nowhere to be…read moreafterward. For months, TikTok has been harassing me with videos of Pronto Café in Hialeah, claiming they have the King of Pan con Bistec. I kept scrolling thinking, Relax it's just a sandwich. Well. TikTok owes me an apology because they actually UNDERSOLD this thing. I live in Weston, about 45 minutes away, and today I happened to be working nearby. I called my wife and proudly announced, Don't cook! I'm bringing home the famous pan con bistec. Walked in spotless place, awesome people, fast service, and a supermarket right next door. Everything was going according to plan. Dropped my wife's lunch off, got back in the truck, and told myself, Be an adult you'll eat yours when you get to your next stop. That sandwich had other plans. It was sitting in the passenger seat smelling so good it felt like it was whispering. You ain't making it another mile, big boy. I tried ignoring it. Turned the radio up. Didn't work. Rolled the windows down. Didn't work. Started talking to myself. You're 50 something lol years old show some self-control. The sandwich said. Self-control? Not today. Then, because Florida likes to add drama to everything, the skies opened up and a biblical thunderstorm hit. Now picture this. One hand on the steering wheel. One hand holding the greatest pan con bistec known to mankind. Rain coming down sideways. Cars hydroplaning... Windshield wipers moving faster than a DJ scratching records. And me smiling like I just won the lottery because every bite was worth risking my dry cleaning bill. I was driving so slow people probably thought I was transporting grandma's wedding cake. Nope. I was protecting the sandwich. And let me tell you if that sandwich had fallen on the floor, we'd be having a state funeral. Now let's talk about the robbery. I got: Pan con bistec Steak, rice, beans & maduros Flan Two drinks FOR UNDER $30!! I looked at the receipt three times thinking somebody forgot to charge me for something. At today's prices, I expected them to say, That'll be $97.43. Instead, I almost asked if they needed a hug because those prices are unreal. If you're anywhere in South Florida Miami, Broward, Palm Beach, or Mars if Elon drops you off go to Pronto Café. Find my man on TikTok. Try the sandwich. Then come back and tell me I was wrong. I'll wait. (But I already know you won't.) Brother you officially earned your crown. THE KING OF PAN CON BISTEC. Next time I'm bringing the whole family and I'm eating mine in the parking lot because there is ZERO chance that sandwich is making it back to Weston.

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