The food here is absolutely rancid. The meat tastes like fish and my plantains were so dry, there was 1 decently cooked plantain and when I bit into it it was rotten. My cachapa was alright but I was so disgusted by how it looked I couldn't finish it. Stay away from this place. Some good reviews are fake. Watch out people. read more

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The best Venezuelan food in town! I highly recommend everything; it's all so delicious, so you can't go wrong with any choice. They also provide amazing service, and it's a small, cute restaurant. read more

Great place to go after the movies! Very good Venezuelan food. It reminds me of the areperas in Caracas. read more

Whenever I come, they never have anything in stock. What is the point of a restaurant if you won't have the food stocked? The service is all right. The ambience is next to a club so you definitely get that kind of crowd. read more

I never leave reviews but these arepas were so good I had to leave a review . 10/10 the arepas were amazing. Open late too I went at 3 am on Saturday. read more

La Latina - a pulled pork sandwich and a pulled pork sandwich - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Miami, Florida

I would give this more stars if I could! Hands down an incredible experience with the warmest welcome. When we said we had never had Venezuelan food, we were given an enthusiastic introduction to the food with photos and verbal descriptions. I have a child with severe peanut and tree nut allergies and was excited that he was able to join us for the meal. We were able to try a variety of foods and everything was scrumptious! read more

The worker was really sweet and the food was made quickly and was so good! She gave us extra sauce on the side no charge they were kind go there for breakfast! read more

I love the food here but it's Getting too expensive. Last time I ordered 2 arepas and some tequenos and it was over $20. For a small little 'mom and pop' type place that's too expensive. However they do that the best Reina Pepiada and tequenos! read more

La Latina - Chicken Avocado arepa!! Pure deliciousness! I ordered from the Yelp app for the 1st time and it was quick and easy! - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Miami, Florida

I was very close to giving La Latina 3 stars but I'm giving them 4 for a couple reasons: - They have a great vegetarian and vegan menu. I appreciate that they have a whole separate section on the menu board for vegetarians and vegans - it means they put thought into it and that's always a major plus! - They are quick. We only waited a couple minutes for our order to arrive. - The prices are fair. I only paid like $6 for my arepa. - The arepa domino was delicious. I got it with queso de mano and it had all the right flavors, they were generous with the cheese, and the arepa itself was perfectly crispy. The reason I wanted to give 3 stars - the tequeños were so bad. They were the last batch sitting in the heated glass case and you could tell they weren't fresh. It seemed like they were made hours ago. The cheese didn't pull like tequeños should. I was pretty disappointed because tequeños are something I look forward to at arepa restaurants! I'll be back for the arepas for sure. read more

La Latina - Arepa domino - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Miami, Florida

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Service was excellent!!! My girl didn't expect her Reina Pepiada be cold (how it's served) and they changed it for a hot one. Thank you La patina best food always. read more

I ordered the Pabellon arepa and some yuca fries. Everything was delicious. I love and appreciate their sauce bar and how they make a couple of the each sauce so you can take them to your table because you are going to want to have them with EVERY BITE. I'm not a fan of Latin "fast food" but this concept of an arepa bar is really clever and the food didn't disappoint. read more

La Latina - Arepa Pabellon. Stuffed arepa with shredded beef, beans, maduro, and cheese. - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Miami, Florida

Cute spot! I came here to grab a snack and the arepa balls did not disappoint. Customer service was fantastic. I will definitely be back and with a bigger appetite next time! read more

Came here for the first time a couple months ago. Just stumbled upon it. The staff was very funny and nice. The food was amazing no where to get a good arepa like this in NYC. Ended up moving down here and I come like twice a week, everything is so good, the girl at the front is always so nice, I think her name was Valentina ? Anyway the place has AMAZINg food and a fun vibe . Highly recommend read more

Sooo delicious this spot is a MUST. Have the cachapas and also the arepas you can't go wrong. I've been to lagniappe next door a million times and can't believe I didn't know about this place!! read more

I really left this place disgusted. We went for dinner. Upon arrival the service greeting was lacking. It seems that the kitchen staff is unaware of operational protocols for preparing meals. The oil used for what we were served was old, you could taste the used oil more that what we ordered. Overcooked - everything we got was burnt. Charred and dry. There was a breach in empanada, everything spilled out. Massive pool of oil in the containers we were given. We ordered items on the menu and they kept telling us 'we dont have that'. So yeah, moral of the story: find another place to eat this cuisine. read more

Worst empanada place in the area. Do not waste your time. Empanadas are over fried, almost burned with old oil. Terrible after taste. Go to Doggi's or Pepitos Plaza. read more

I'm a big fan of stuffed arepas so this place was recommended for just that. I ordered a chicken and avocado arepa and stuffed tostones as an appetizer. The tostones were really good, very crispy and the cheese matched just right. The stuffed arepa that I ordered was filled with chicken, I had to take a little bit out and eat it with a fork but it wasn't short of delicious. Every bite was amazing and I used the green sauce they had on the table which made it even better! They have many options to choose from including vegan options which is fantastic! The only thing I didn't like was when I was ordering, the lady taking my order didn't seem very enthusiastic to be working but overall, I like it and I'd come back if I'm ever around the Midtown area. read more

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4/5 because the food was amazing, the delivery was fast but the coffee tasted horrible and I am a coffee lovers. The arrows and empanadas were amazing. Also the driver forgot to give me my coffee but I called and he came back to bring it. Very nice and not rude at all. 2/5 Second time definitely not the same experience. The arepa was so stale and cold and nasty read more

La Latina - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Miami, Florida

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Pabellon, negro asado, reina pepiadas... La Latina is Venezuelan! Although, as a Latino from Puerto Rico, this place tastes a Little closer to home. Started with tequeños here, eating them for the first time, May I say I am addicted to these small hotdog looking breadsticks filled with cheese. MMMM. And the arepas are delicious with either carne asada, pabellon, or reina pepiada. Loved them all! What really sells it to me as I've always come with an empty stomach after beach volleyball, El Pabellon de Carne is the *plate that Deavours my taste buds. Filling me up perfectly, I top it off with a nice Polar beer and Wualaa! Considerme a local Venezuelan Latino. This small place, hole-in-the-wall type of place. Located on a 4/5 store strip next to a smoke shop. Other side of the street from Lagniappe, After 7 check-in's I will return and return. Service is very friendly and you can tell they love their small store, and show love back to the clients. Gracias La Latina! Keep those Tequeños fresh! read more

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You know... I thought I wrote about this place a while back. But I can't find my review anywhere. So here it is, this place does have a cute bohemian kitschy charm inside, thanks to its decor. This "beach-shack" Venezuelan dishes out good Venezuelan empanadas and arepas using organic and healthy ingredients. I'm also seeing some reviews mentioning that it's overpriced - but honestly, I think the ones being sold in Brickell are priced higher. But yes, arepas here are still overpriced - just better priced than nearby competition (unfortunately we need cheaper competition still). That being said, this place is by no means my favorite arepería. That honor goes to a place in Fort Lauderdale even though I'm in Miami. It's the flavor - it's so much better at the other place. But this place can stand on its own comparing with nearby competition. I'm giving it two stars less for two reasons. Lackluster and overly doughy tequeños and for receiving the plantain and cheese empanada that was literally cold inside - meaning that they had kept it frozen and that it wasn't made right away. And lastly, I think the arepa menu could be a tad bit longer. But oh well, I can't be too picky. read more

I hit this place because a needed to use their bathroom, that is the truth! I was heading someplace else close by that was still closed, and I had no other option, but to use and abuse them. When I entered the simple but colorful decoration hit me high, I love colors and they have them all. After I was done I still had to make some time until my next stop open so I decided to have a small bite with them since their menu, posted on their blackboard wall, was very instigating. I decided to try their empanada (Yes! You can call Miss Empanada!), I chose the pulled pork that came out with a nice size, crunchy on the outside and creamy on the inside. I liked their empanadas because it seemed to be made of potatoes instead of corn. I personally think that potatoes enhance the taste of whatever meat better than corn. I also tried their pulled pork arepa with yellow cheese (they have more options of cheese to choose from). I wanted to try it the traditional style and following my attendant's suggestion I picked the yellow cheese, and it was divine! I have never been a big fan of arepas because they always tasted very bland to me. Well after my visit to La Latina it became clear to me that I was just going to the wrong places before and was not properly introduced to it! My arepa came steaming hot, the "bun" was crunchy and dried (considering it was fried), the filing was just perfect, the pork had been marinated well enough and slowed cooked nicely. I enjoyed every single bite of it. And to make everything even more perfect the bill was just under $10, including my Sprite zero. I'm definitely coming back here! *MUST ADD BOOKMARK ALERT* read more

La Latina - Yummyness... - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Miami, Florida

Stopped at La Latina with a school group of 16 (12 kids). Everyone absolutely loved this spot and were asking to return the next day! Isabel and the rest of the staff were wonderful and super accommodating for such a big group. They managed somehow to get all our orders out to us so quickly and were incredibly kind. Everything was delicious and we feel really lucky to have found such an incredible spot with wonderful people! read more

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la latian was one of my favorite restaurant in Miami. I feel like they are going down hill. The empanadas arnt that good the daw feels raw. The waitrees that served me seemed high or not on this planet. I do not like to write negitve review Honestly I do not have to much to say in the reveiw beside I am not happy with the direction La latina is headed. Maybe ill try it in a few months and if I have a better experince I will let every one know. read more

Excellent little place. I am from Venezuela, and I decided to take my husband (who is English)as well as his two friends (visiting from Norway) to try Arepas before our night out in the town. To my pleasure they absolutely LOVED It, and so did I. The food was very flavorful, the arepas were cooked perfectly, the service was great. We each had two arepas with different fillings and they were all amazing. Our Norwegian friends are taking Harina Pan home to attempt to make them when they get back. The only issue I had was that I ordered a side of guasacaca but instead they gave me guacamole. They shouldn't say they have guasacaca when they really dont. Two completely different things. But, other than that, LOVED the place and we will be back!!!! read more

La Latina - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Miami, Florida

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I am not sure if my small dis interest in la Latina's food was due to my lack of understand of the culture or if it was poor quality but I ordered a chicken avocado arepa and was not all that impressed. The flavor was quite bland and was not very filling. The seemed to have a large selection so if I were to go back and try another I may have better success. What I was very impressed with was the quality of service. The company I was with was craving La Latina's so I thought why not. I wanted to order a coffee but was sadly informed that they did not serve coffee. After a few minutes the manager or owner found some coffee and personally made it for me. I thought that was very thoughtful and impressive. My friend I was with is from Venezuela and is constantly going back saying it's the best he's had so I guess it may be a culture difference. read more

La Latina - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Miami, Florida

Great tasting Arepa, I had the plantain with cheese. That is the only reason they get one star, the second star is for closing @ 5am. But OMG $6.15 w/ tax for a 4 inch arepa are you kidding me!!! I feel sick to my stomach considering how much money I've spent on this incredibly small snack. This isn't even nice restaurant that would command these prices. At a restaurant I can imagine three arepas served on a plate for $6. I'm thinking about what I could have bought for $6.15 to eat, I could have gotten Steak, Rice and Beans, and Salad at Pinolandia and eaten for two days or fed 3 people. Or I could have went to Chez Le BEBE a Haitian restaurant and had Salad, Rice and Beans, Groit (fried pork), Tostones and a Soda for $6. Or Even a full BBQ Rib and Chicken Meal combo at Pollo Tropical for around $6. Ok, maybe more for Pollo but you get my drift. I will protest, I will not be robbed again. How much does corn meal, butter, egg and cheese cost. To make one Arepa. Less than $.50 add plantains maybe add $.25. In my rage of Buyers Remorse, I called the Store to speak with the manager... Oh yes I did... They are out of town, But I advised the acting manager, if they will not go down on price, 1. I will not come back, 2. I would advise no one to come and persuade my friends to avoid and 3. It posted on Yelp If you can't afford the rent, this food is perfect for a food truck.... read more

La Latina - Pretty small arepa. Size of my Palm for $6, wow - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Miami, Florida

Once in a while you find a rare Jewel, I miss those little corner cafes where you can just drop in, grab a bite, be around some of those aroma's of great food. This little shop of 'Oh My God' comfort food is just what I was missing. It seats probably 30 people. Colorful and melt in your Mouth Venezuelan Delight. A friend asked me what I had. It did a disservice to say 'Pork, Rice and Plantains' That is like calling the Mona Lisa 'A Painting' The Pork was succulent, amazing smooth spices that just made your mouth water. The rice was just perfect, the Plantains...well they are what Plantains are supposed to be, soft, thin, succulent and sweet. The sauces that accompany them from Pesto to lightly spicy just shouldn't taste that good. The Owners, part Colombian and part from Venezuelan culinary skills just hit the spot. I went in there to buy a coke, the aromas caught me. I came back 5 minutes later because I had to try it. The owners are amazing nice. People in Midtown, parking is on the side street, come and support this amazingly real comfort food in a happy colorful venue that just begs 'Come sit down, eat good and relax' Viva La Latina! read more

Cute little place, as everything Venezuelan, über casual borderline sketchy looking, but still cute. The food is yummy, however, be warned its small plates, not a buffet, $5-$7 arepas and appetizers, $7-$12 entrees. We had 2 Arepas, 2 empanadas, 1 appetizer, $33...needless to say it feels expensive for the amount of food. I frequent an Arepas place in FTL at the same price and 1 arepa is more than enough. Half the menu is fried stuff, that's not the Venezuela I remember. Smallest stuffed Arepas and empanadas I have ever had. Next time I am in midtown and I want to grab a bite to eat I will head over to Sakaya: where half of 1 order can fill me up and i can still take the rest for lunch the next day. i really dont know how this place gets 5 stars, really? compared to what? get real people! read more

La Latina - Reina pepiada + yuca fries for breakfast - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Miami, Florida

I was surprised to see that this place doesn't have a solid running four to five star rating. What's going on yelpers? This is the best food you will get at 5AM in Miami, period. Yes, I prefer to eat this than Gigi. Doesn't it mean something when pubbelly teams up with them to do a special dinner? Heck yes it does. My girlfriend makes homemade authentic and delicious Venezuelan arepas and here tie la latina. La latina makes homemade arepas with amazing inserts, my favorite being the Asado negro with queso guayanese and avocado. They will literally add anything you want into the arepas. They are so good that I dream about them, and the fact that I can stop by on my way home from wood is even more amazing. My friends rave about the toston cups, and fat girl hedonist also swears by them. But I usually go with the arepa (one is very filling even for me who eats double pincho burgers) and the cachapas. Also very authentic and very delicious. If you haven't eaten arepas here, you're missing out. I also come for breakfast and lunch, because it's just that good! Prices are great. It's very clean, located beside the midtown smoke shop, and they also deliver. read more

Lalatina is a great option for after hours munchies! Cute little place in the of midtown. Very charming and colorful decor. The Venezuelan inspired menu has great options for everyone. From a delicious Pabellon to a Vegetarian option for the health conscious souls. Boliarepas are my favorite! Little cornmeal (arepa dough) balls stuffed with melted cheese! Wow, these are an experience. You can also find Tequeños & Mini Arepitas in the appetizer menu. In the mood for an Arepa? They have lots of options and you can even make your own. With a wide selection of cheeses and toppings to choose from. My favorites: -Reina Pepiada - Queso Rallado & Ham - Queso Rallado & Sweet Plantain Make sure to try either queso de mano or queso guayanes. Two traditional cheeses from Venezuela. Cachapas are great way to try these. It is a fun little place with vibrant colors and so many details that you will be entertained looking around for a while. Why I don't give them 5 stars? I find them a bit inconsistent with the schedule posted at their door. It is heart breaking to drive all the way there to get our Arepa fix only to find them Closed!!! (When their schedule states they open at that particular time) Otherwise is a great place, food is made fresh. They have been able to capture the essence of their culture and the culture of the area around them. The people there are super friendly and helpful. Other great thing: THEY DELIVER!!!! So if you want a delicious different lunch or a midnight snack this is your place! Make sure you buy some little treats to take home. Their counter has some delicious Venezuelan sweet snacks to take home... And you can even buy the harina Pan to make your own Arepas at home!!! There is nothing wrong with that!!!! read more

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Sucks! The worse arepas I've ever had. I'm from Orlando and you'd think the arepas down here would have a little more OOMF a little more culture to them and be AMAZING. Nope! The arepas in Orlando beat this crap by a landslide! I was so disappointed. the staff was SO rude. And i paid $18 for 2 arepas and 2 soda cans. I mean I know this is Miami but c'mon! Neverrrrr again. read more

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It's all right pretty plain overpriced not really a good spot for healthy people I'll say that much maybe that's why I didn't like it that much but overall it's a good spot for normal people who don't care about that to go on a date night good vibes just nothing healthy to eat you know read more

La Latina - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Miami, Florida

This place is simply the best Venezuelan food in the area and that I've ever had. The low reviews of this place are nothing but negative people. Give this place a shot and you won't be disappointed. The service is incredibly warm and the food is just the best thing you'll have in the area hands down. The interior is such a colorful and creative ambiance. Even the restroom has gorgeous art on the walls that is so unique. read more

Some food is good, music ultra loud only Reggaeton, entry door, bathroom, tables, floors are very dirty; ultra dirty. A small space that looks unattended; unpleasant sense of dirt. Hopefully improve. read more

EVERYONE I take to this spot, falls in love with it. Not only is the place decorated with adorable kitschy style, but the food is OUT OF THIS WORLD. Do you like cheese? Well, this is a cheese aficionados dream. My recs: cachapa, arepa stuffed with queso blanco, and maduros, AND pretty much ANYTHING else on the menu. These are REAL arepas, with really really fresh ingredients. La Latina, I love you! :) read more

La Latina - arepa stuffed with maduros and queso blanco! DELICIOUS. - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Miami, Florida

I truly enjoy La Latina...the vibe is always nice, great food (veggie arepas!!!) ....off the beaten path hours....an overall 5 star spot!!! And, Maria Leonza watching over you while you eat! PERFECT!!! read more

La Latina - Maria Leonza! - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Miami, Florida

I don't know if the management team has changed but it's definitely not the place I loved going to! First, beware there is NO parking in the street adjacent to the restaurant. There is heavy construction and it is all tow-away. So either order take out or walk over. The staff is different and the food came out quicker than usual. The arepa was actually cold and the cheese felt like it came out of the freezer. I was such a fan but really disappointed this time around. The maduros weren't cooked all the way either. I'm hoping the old management team comes back or revamps it back to its glory days. It used to be so good and homey and now it just feels like they've lost their touch. read more

Where the fuck is my order. I've been waiting for 20 minutes and everyone in my party has received their food and I am still waiting. 2 people of 4 already received their order but it was WRONG. Like literally they gave them completely different dish. If someone ordered a pork dish and received a chicken dish and was ALLERGIC to chicken.... Ugh They also forgot my order TWICE and I had to remind them twice... I mean I'm writing this review as I wait. The menu looks legit but lord, how do I know if it's good if I have been waiting half an hour for 1 empanada And 1 arepa.... And why is there no toilet paper in the bathroom read more

La Latina - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Miami, Florida

Very nice and family owned place. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, and you can tell they love what they have. The empanadas were to die for. The Arepas were good but I think next time I will order a different one (I had the Ham and Cheese) as I personally did not like the Ham (but that;s my own taste). The main platter with beef and rice was delicious. Best of all, this place is very affordable, and they deliver. Support your local neighborhood small business owners and eat in a venue like this. read more

La Latina - Inside the cafe - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Miami, Florida

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Went last weekend to Miami very excited to try Venezuelan food and my order took almost an hour for 1 arepa 1 cachapa and 1 empanada. My friend went to check why was it taking so long than the others clients who arrived later, the lady at the front didn't even remember our order and at the end I never got the empanada I paid. The food was great but very disappointed about all this read more