This was my first time in 15 years coming back to try Latin American Grill in Pembroke Pines…read more When my family used to live in Pembroke Pines, I remember stopping by to grab colada and sandwiches for quick lunch every weekend with my friends before going out. It was one of more affordable lunches for us back then. Not much has changed in all the years. The food quality is still decent, the prices are still affordable, and the customer service is still friendly. It was a nice experience to stop by for a simple breakfast and colada. It helped me reminisce about my life from years ago, how much has changed for the better now, but still missing how some things were back then. Maybe it wasn't a simple dining experience for me today, maybe motivation for me to check in on some people from way back then to see if they are still doing well. Thanks Latin American Grill for still being at the same location and reminding me to reach out to people I haven't spoken to in years. They offer plenty of free parking in this plaza. I would recommend this place to others and maybe be back next time I am in Pembroke Pines area.

So good. Very unpretentious and straightforward diner. It reminded me a lot of a Chicago diner that…read moreI loved so much when I lived there, but Cuban style. Food was great, and prices were fair. The waitress was kind when my brother practiced his Spanish. We will definitely return!!

The Colombian food here is my favorite in town. Worth the price for the flavors that remind me most…read moreof being in Medellin. Fresh juice options, I enjoy the maracuya (passion fruit) or a fresh lemonade, flavorful coffee, if you're in a rush you can go order from the back takeout area some empanadas to go are ready to eat. I love dinning in to enjoy the steak aguacatal but every plate that passes by looks sensational and smells delicious. I bring friends here when they want to try Colombian food.

I eat Colombian food ALLLL the time and I'm new to the area so I decided to try this place. I…read moreordered a bandeja paisa, I was very disappointed. We ordered for take-out. First the steak was a palomilla steak, I've never ordered this meal and had the carne asada be a palomilla. Next the sausage had zero flavor, it tasted like it had been thawed in water. The arepa was hard and dry, it tasted like it had been rewarmed. For $23 I really expected more. The beans and chicharron were the only things good about the plate.

Best breakfast in Miami lakes. Jessica was great! Great service! Have come here for many, many…read moreyears.

You can't spend two weeks in Miami and leave without eating a Cuban sandwich. It would feel like…read morevisiting Philadelphia without trying a cheesesteak or New Orleans without ordering gumbo. Fortunately, a coworker pointed me toward Latin American Grill in Miami Lakes, just a few minutes from our hotel. It turned out to be exactly the sendoff I was hoping for. We started with the Sopa de Pollo, a bowl that made it immediately clear this kitchen isn't interested in shortcuts. Large chunks of chicken, tender vegetables, and noodles floated in a broth with remarkable depth. It wasn't simply chicken soup, it was the kind of soup that makes you wonder why every other version tastes so timid. A squeeze of fresh lime added just enough brightness to wake up every spoonful without distracting from the richness of the broth. Then came the reason for the visit. The Medianoche. I've always preferred the sweeter cousin of the traditional Cuban sandwich, and Latin American Grill makes a terrific one. Thick slices of ham and juicy mojo pork were layered with Swiss cheese, mustard, and pickles before being pressed between soft, sweet bread until the outside turned beautifully crisp. Every ingredient had a purpose. The pork brought richness, the ham added salt, the mustard and pickles cut through the fat with welcome acidity, and the sweet bread tied everything together. It's one of those sandwiches that reminds you how satisfying simplicity can be when every component is done well. Sometimes the best restaurant recommendations don't come from guidebooks or social media. They come from someone who simply says, "You should eat here." In this case, they were absolutely right. A great Cuban sandwich doesn't need reinvention. It just needs great ingredients, careful execution, and a hot press. Latin American Grill delivers all three.

Absolutely delicious, I stumbled upon this place with my wife and decided to order some food for…read morepick-up. The food was ready at exactly the time it told us it was going to be, and when I picked it up, I knew it was going to be well worth the price of it! The staff was super friendly from the few moments we were inside to grab the food and while I was waiting, I got to enjoy how nice and clean the location was! There was nice decorations on the wall and I couldn't find a single crumb anywhere! The staff was also friendly and told us where to go to grab the food we ordered. I decided to get the skirt steak and it was cooked to perfection. I will say the chimichurri sauce was a little underwhelming as it didn't have my flavor and only tasted like oil to me, so I didn't use it. The steak was flavorful and the portion was more then reasonable for the price! The rice was also very well done as well, cooked perfectly! I will for sure be coming here again in the future to try more of their food they have to offer and grab a couple drinks!

We had four days in town and ate at Alta Vaca Grill on two separate occasions. Yes, it was that…read moregood! Hubby and I are former Floridians but were in town for my SIL's graduation. We moved to Georgia about a year and a half ago, which was a great move for us and we have truly loved our new home and hood, but the only thing we don't have in our new area is good Argentinian food. That's why when we got to town, we knew we were going to look specifically for a good churrasco. We discovered Alta Vaca Grill on Yelp near our airbnb and had it on our first night. Normally, hubby and I would split a steak but on this visit we each got our own and cleaned our plates. Alta Vaca definitely hit the spot! We each had a churrasco cooked medium with fries for me and rice for my husband. Every bite was music to my tastebuds! We loved it so much that when making dinner plans with friends a couple days later and the night before our flight back home, we knew we wanted to return to Alta Vaca one last time before leaving. I made a reservation for 8 and I'm glad I did because the space inside is somewhat limited and they were slammed. Despite the place being jam packed and us being a large party, our server was incredible as was their entire staff. Our food came quickly and tasted just as divine as the first visit. I ordered the churrasco again but this time with potato salad instead of fries. I asked if the potato salad was vinegary because I tend to be picky about those, but I was assured that if I didn't like it, I could switch it to something else after. This was great to know but not necessary as I ended up loving it along with the delicious steak. I savored every bite and lamented at the fact that I could not take the whole place home with me as I was not ready to let go. If we had Alta Vaca Grill near our new home, I would be there at least weekly without question. Amazing service with mouthwatering food and reasonable prices makes this an easy 5-star rating in my book. If we are ever in the area again, returning will be high on the priority list. If you are lucky enough to live nearby and haven't tried them yet, I suggest you run, not walk there, sooner rather than later because you will not be disappointed.

We were going on an Eastern Caribbean cruise and Port Canaveral was the place we need to embark on…read more So we flew to Miami from the bay area and stayed a few days at my husband's cousin's house in Miramar. She was actually going with us to the cruise as well. When we got to her house, had a little chat then off we went to this place per her recommendation. We were starving yes but it did not disappoint. There's 7 of us so we ordered different dishes from the menu. Cuban sandwich. Tamales Con Lechon. Croquettas(Breaded ham paste). Thursday lunch specials- Skirt steak. Roast pork Lechon asado. We shared some from everyone's plate to get a taste of everything. I love their smashed crispy plantain too. Their garlic bread was ok for me not really a fan. Everything were delicious but I wished we ordered and tried their desserts though. We just had their Cuban coffee and that was it. So goodd!! We just got so full and couldn't afford to stuff our face anymore lol! I love plantains and I just got a couple of pieces from my sister in law's plate. The service was kind of a little slow but it was worth it I think. We enjoyed the place while waiting and they have a full bar anyways. I love the interior decor and almost every part of the furniture is curated. The place is a little huge so it's really good for big groups too. I highly recommend them if you are craving for Cuban food. Parking is great as well. There's so much space. Price reasonable. There you have it! I hope you enjoy dining there as well as we did!

Very disappointing lunch experience at Las Vegas Cuban Cuisine today. We debated going to El…read moreBalcon de Las Americas but decided to come here since it had been a while. We instantly regretted our decision after ordering our food. Our server was not friendly and welcoming. The bread didnt come out until after our entrees arrived, and I also had to ask for it to two different people. Tall guy in a server uniform poured water in our cups without any greeting and rushed away. I had to ask for straws and more napkins. I ordered the baby churrasco and our server asked how I would like my steak cooked. I answered medium well but when it arrived it was cooked to medium at best. I had also ordered boiled yuca with my meal, which is one of my favorite sides to get at Las Vegas Cuban cuisine restaurant. The yuca was hard and not cooked all the way. The onions on top were raw and hard textured like shredded cabbage. The server never came by our table to ask if everything was okay. She walked around in circles like she was lost and was first day on her job. I had to ask for a check. Only then she came by and asked if we were okay. I paid cash. The bill was $62 and left $18 tip. I don't think I will be coming back to this location ever again. The experience was upsetting. When customers go to restaurants, their expectation of decent food and decent customer service should be given and not sought after. I don't recommend you go to this specific Las Vegas Cuban cuisine in Pembroke Pines location unless you look Hispanic because they will discriminate and give you different kind of crappy customer service and whatever cooked food.

Stopped in with a friend for a late lunch, and it was a really great time. We each ordered…read morehorchata to drink, which tasted great, and had some good food to boot. I think we both had the same thing, baleadas with eggs, and it was nice and toasty. On top of that, also ordered a pupusa that was quite tasty. Ambiance was really great as well, and staff was very friendly. Everything came pretty quickly, and it all tasted good.

Me giving this place a 2-star review is honestly me being nice. The service was horrible…read more We walked in and the restaurant was nearly empty. We were told to sit anywhere, which was fine, but then we ordered 2 waters and a passion fruit margarita and waited almost 30 minutes just to get them. On top of that, the drink order was wrong. She served us what tasted like salty mango juice -- and I say "juice" because there was absolutely no alcohol in it. Then we ordered a simple meal: a few chicken tacos, pork tacos, and an order of chicharrón. Somehow that still took 30-45 minutes, and the order was missing items when it finally arrived. That's crazy for an order of 4 chicken tacos and 4 pork tacos. The tacos honestly weren't even that good either. The only thing that was actually good was the chicharrón. People always say "good food takes time," and sure, that's understandable when a restaurant is busy. But this place wasn't even halfway full. There were plenty of open tables inside and outside, so the wait made no sense -- especially considering the food wasn't worth it.

We were hungry and originally we were just grab some coffee at Haute. My friend asked if I would…read morerather share lunch. We did. We shared the chicken breast lunch special. It came with rice & black beans. We also ordered a small order of fried yucca. Everything was delicious! The woman gave us an extra plate so we could easily share. The sauces were delicious too! Service was super friendly There are picnic tables & ceiling fans, so even though it was hot out it was shaded and the fans helped. Would totally go back!

I initially had a little bit of an issue with Mr. Rotisserie because I ordered and paid online,…read more but when I happened to call with a question while on my way, I was told they were sold out of the item I ordered. They kept putting me on hold for a manager , but then disconnecting the call. I eventually got the issue resolved and they said they would refund me. I decided to try again the next day, but go and order in person. This time customer service was great, my order was ready quickly, and the food was really good. The garlic sauce was amazing! The black beans weren't all that, but the flavor of the chicken made up for it.

Havana 1957 is your classic cuban spot for all your cuban food cravings. Located in Pembroke…read moreGardens this spot has all the delicious cuban dishes like vaca frita, masitas de puerco, cuban sandwiches and lechon asado. We stopped for lunch and tried the lunch menu items. We tried the pollo asado bowl which comes with rice, salad , big chunk of avocado and baked chicken no skin. The rice and beans were so good. Beans were a little watery but were perfect for my taste as this is the way i like them. Chicken had good flavor but was a bit dry. Waitress was fast but food took longer than expected and we had to rush back to work. Love the 1950's Havana nostalgia vibe with all the vintage cuban decor. Dimmed lights and nice bright bar area. Spacious with plenty of indoor and outdoor patio area.

Havana 1957 was a nice experience overall. We had family visiting us from a different country and…read morewanted to provide a memorable experience for them while they were in Florida. In my opinion, trying Cuban food is a must, for anyone visiting Florida, since Spanish culture is such a huge part of South Florida scene. We found one or two other restaurants that offer better quality Cuban food than Havana 1957, but with vibe and music thrown in the mix, we decided to go with Havana 1957. We went on a Wednesday night, and though the place was mostly empty, it took a long time for us to get our food. We were a party of 9 so I understand how it could have been hectic for the chefs in the back preparing our food, but wait time of close to 1 hour felt a bit extreme. Our server was nice. The food was decent. The vibe was nice. The only bad experience I have to say, was that there was a lady from Visenta Studio walking around asking to take photos of us. Before we even got our appetizers, she came and asked if I wanted to buy the photos she took of us on a frame for $20 each. I asked her can I wait until after we eat to pay for the pictures? She said no, I am sorry right now please. I then asked if she can removed the photos from the frame because our family have to go back on Friday and they would prefer to bring just the photos and not the frames. I asked if I can pay her $10 just for the photo and no frame, and she said no it's still $20. I asked her what happens to the pictures I don't buy and she said they go in the garbage. I asked to speak to the manager to better understand how this made sense and she said the manager can't do anything because it's not his company. Honestly, this was such a frustrating experience and lost my appetite going back and forth with this lady named Samantha. I hold Havana 1957 partially accountable for going along with Visenta Studio and allowing this money hungry photographer to come and interrupt our dining experience. The whole experience would have been much better without this photographer engaging to ruin our experience. At the very least, Samantha (Visenta studio photographer) could have had humor and manners and offered to take free photo with our phone after we purchased two of her overpriced photos on hideous frames. I recommend this place to others for sure. I don't recommend you entertain the photographers from Visenta Studio. If they come by you said no thank you and save your money please. We are Florida locals who got suckered into paying tourist price for average pictures.

Authentic unpretentious Puerto Rican food! I have the shrimp mofongo and absolutely loved it! My…read morego-to going forward!

Hidden Gem Alert!! This spot might not be on everyone's radar yet, but it definitely should be! I…read morestopped by with my mom and was blown away by how good everything was. I ordered the Pechuga a la Criolla mofongo, and wow--what a dish! The portion was super generous, packed with tender, flavorful chicken all the way to the bottom of the bowl. Every bite was delicious! My mom ordered the carne frita mofongo but I loved mine more!! Lol. Her's was good too if you prefer that type of meat. I also got a side of alcapurria, and it was piping hot, clearly made fresh. Crispy on the outside, perfectly seasoned on the inside... Absolutely hit the spot! The lady at the counter was kind and patient, answering all my questions since I wasn't familiar with a few of the menu items. Her helpfulness made the experience even better. This place feels like one of those underrated treasures you're lucky to stumble upon, and I can't wait to go back! Very authentic vibes inside... Loved it!

It's Tuesday afternoon 12:30pm , 3 tables sat, I placed takeout order at bar. Place clean, server…read morewelcomed me. I ordered lunch Churrasco with rice and fried yucca. I was told would be about 20 minutes. I walked around the plaza to kill time. Came back 15 minutes order was ready. Food was great the portion was enough to fill me.

Overall, the food was good and the portions were incredibly generous. The plates are pretty big and…read moreshareable, so I think this is a great spot for groups, especially if everyone wants to order a few things and share. The service was very attentive and friendly. I personally prefer service that is warm but a little more professional rather than overly familiar, so some of the interactions felt a bit too casual for my taste, but the service itself was very good. The atmosphere inside wasn't really for me either. Between the red walls and fairly loud reggaeton, it felt a little more stimulating than relaxing. I probably would have enjoyed the outdoor seating more, but unfortunately it was raining that day. Overall, it was a good experience with good food, generous portions, and attentive service. It just wasn't quite my vibe or somewhere I personally feel the need to return to, but I can see it being a fun choice for a group.