You can't spend two weeks in Miami and leave without eating a Cuban sandwich. It would feel like visiting 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. read more

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Service is always in point, my favorite server is Maria; she's just so sweet and attentive. This is my go to spot for breakfast. Always a hit never a miss. Can get a little loud as many locals visit and it's very busy. Not a complaint at all, just an opinion. read more

We've been going here for over 35 years! Like every restaurant you have good experiences and you have not so good experiences. The waitress, the food, the ambiance, the temperature of the food, the crowd, all can contribute to your experience on any given day. Overall, if you're Cuban, you know the food is consistently good and reasonably priced. If you're not Cuban, you will always have complainers saying it's not like they're country. Daily specials, great soups/stews, meat, chicken, fish, all available. Sandwiches are LEGIT! You will always see local cops in there, families, groups. Lechón asado (shredded roasted pork) with onions, yuca, black rice with black beans (congri), is my favorite plate. Got to have a shot of Cuban coffee to close out the meal. Almost forgot dessert, flan, rice pudding, tres leches, variety of shakes. Great family restaurant! read more

Latin American Grill - Roasted pork, congri, yuca - Latin American Near Me - Miami Lakes, Florida

One of the best place for Cuban food. Large portions of delicious food. They offer daily food specials 7 days a week. Waitresses are pleasant and the ambiance is good. They also have outdoor tables. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

It's Latin American, part of a chain? Hard to tell these days, the names all become the same. Food was average, not to expect anything out of this world. Both my mom and I ordered the same beef soup and both times we asked for it to please be warmer, they missed the mark. Otherwise very tasty. Soup was enormous, with a side of rice. Service was attentive and kind. We sat outside with the unusual nice weather on a hot summer Miami day! read more

Latin American Grill - Beef Soup comes with side of rice. - Latin American Near Me - Miami Lakes, Florida

I met with a colleague here for lunch. First of all, the place was clean and they sat us down right away. But upon walking in the door, you see this big case with fresh empanadas, croquetas, and pastelitos that just start you salivating. They were very savory.(You can buy them at the little window) . The service was excellent. Very courteous lady explained the days specials and took the order. Came to the table with a basket of their toasted bread. The food was tasty and abundant. We topped it off with a cortadito with evaporated milk, delicious. Great place to go. read more

Good food. Good service. Very fast pace. They are always on the go. They got a little window for a quick coffee. Plenty of seating. They are busy. read more

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The sandwiches hit the spot... added some wine to wine down the work week. The waitress was attentive. read more

great attentive service, heaps of bacon and lovely toast with coffee that will power you through the day! Nice and bright, lovely and relaxing early morning. read more

The food is great. Lots of families go there and the services second to none. I love ordering pork chunks with a salad and you can't go wrong with that. Highly recommend this place. It's very clean. read more

Went here for the first time the other night. We found it as we were looking to eat some Cuban food and it was pretty late. We stumbled upon this spot and what a pleasant find. Walking in I knew it had to be good because it was pretty full late in the evening on a weekday. The food and service backed it up! We had the vaca frita which was crispy and full of flavor with the mojo onions, and the Palomilla that was tender and well seasoned with Moros and Maduros. Very flavorful Cuban food with generous portions and the service was super fast and efficient. This played well in our favor because we were starving. We will be back ! read more

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They burnt down a few years ago and reopened. This place is classic old school Cuban food. They have daily specials and deliver both on service and on the quality and amount of food. I got the chicken Chicharron with Tostones and Morros. They also serve you the little Cuban buttered breads in a basket as soon as you sit down. Nice environment service is friendly and the Cuban coffee is top notch. This is always an option if you were in the area read more

Everything about s always good service, food, staff very friendly and attentive . We love sitting at the counter ladies are wonderful

Why do they allow street vendors walk from table to table selling t-shirts . I came in to eat, not attend a flea market

Amazing place! I love the food the customer service I love it all. I would put a 5 star but got a little upset that they charged me for a "natural orange juice" and it was tang the powered juice and they charge as if it's natural. Besides that it's the best place ever. I recommend everything . read more

The food was terrible the fried plantain had old stale grease taste. The yuca was watery and acid tasting. The fried chicken has the same old stale grease taste. Absolutely terrible dinner option. I will never try this restaurant again. read more

Our server was great, very nice and attentive. The Cubano was AMAZING! And the ambiance was nice, such a great local spot!! read more

Latin American Grill - Cubano Sandwich - Latin American Near Me - Miami Lakes, Florida

Since the reopening, the food quality has not been the same. Second time getting a sandwich and bread is stale. Not happy at all especially since waiting so long to reopen. Disappointed read more

Great weather for a soup. In a rush today sat at the counter to have a large chicken soup. I asked the waitress for one scoop of rice inside my bowl of soup but the instructions was not taken. Overall the soup was delicious. read more

I put 1 star because there is no option to put 0 stars. I went for breakfast today and took my 5 month old 5 pound maltese puppy. I sat outside and placed my puppy on the chair next to me on top of a blanket while he was also inside of a dog carrier bag. My puppy was calm and laid down on the chair the entire time. I was approached by my waitress and was told that the manager only allows puppies to dine if they are on the floor. I am so disappointed. This is my neighborhood Miami Lakes Latin American Grill that I grew up with. I'm still in disbelief that they don't have a clue of what a family pet means to people. SO FOR ALL YOU LET LOVERS LATIN AMERICAN GRILL IS NOT PET FRIENDLY!!!! Went all the way to Sergio's in Pembroke Pines that is pet friendly and the food is wayyyy better! read more

We are so glad they reopened after the fire. They have not missed a beat with their service and quality of food. My favorite is the Bistec de Palomilla. A must appetizers is the Mariquitas con Mojo. Also you will find yourself over eating on the pressed garlic buttered Cuban bread, so be careful. read more

We have been going to this restaurant for over 20 years, and we've always had a great experienc, but today was very disappointing. We ordered a stake sandwich which had no taste, and the mamey shake was watery and flavorless. The chicken soup was good. I hope is a blip in the radar and we just got unlucky today. I would hate for one of our favorite local restaurants to loose their quality. read more

Been coming here since 2001 & it hasn't changed. Quick service. You come here for an easy meal. Not for top quality. But its good - meets the need for a quick fix. Service is fast paced. Food is cheap. They recently remodeled and but its kept the same vibe. Bueno. Bonito. Barato. read more

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Stopped in for breakfast and it was such an enjoyable experience. We got there relatively early, got sat down quickly, and we had a very nice and personable waitress take care of us. My two cohorts had their media noche sandwich, whereas I had their quintessential Cuban breakfast offering. The food came out quick, hot, and our coffee was kept bottomless - truly enjoyed the experience and was impressed with how quickly we were able to get a take out added to our order and out to us. read more

Latin American Grill in Miami Lakes is hands down one of my favorite spots for a Cuban breakfast, and I come here almost every Saturday. The portions are always generous, and the flavors are incredible. Their croquetas are definitely a specialty and something I always look forward to. It's a popular spot, especially on weekends, so be prepared for a 10-15 minute wait--but it's worth it! If I had to point out one thing, it would be the café con leche. But, to be fair, I'm quite picky when it comes to coffee, so it's hard to win me over in that department. That said, this place is consistently great, and I highly recommend it for anyone looking for an authentic Cuban breakfast in Miami! read more

This place was closed for two years so when they recently opened I went and ordered a boliche with moros and plantain, whoever cooked this has no idea how a boliche is supposed to taste like, the moros were super dry, plantains very hard and the boliche tasteless and very hard, you only get me once read more

Excellent customer service. Great food, ranging from breakfast to dinner options! Highly recommended read more

The manager responded but as I wrote. It was a takeout order so I could not call staff in person to express my dissatisfaction. I was sick and needed chicken soup not broth. read more

Family go to - tried and true always good cuban food! I've been going to the Miami lakes location for years and will continue to do so! My go to order is a small chicken soup as an appetizer, churrasco steak with white rice and black beans as the entree - so good! read more

Latin American Grill - Latin American Near Me - Miami Lakes, Florida

Oh my..as good as I remember. It is so good to be back. This is mine and my husbands go to for good wholesome and very reasonably priced Cuban food. Since the pandemic they have also spruced up the inside decor to include new flooring and tiling throughout. read more

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A rock in my Moro rice fractured a molar. I contacted the owner, Reny Gonzalez, to cover my dental bill, but he has not resolved the issue or provided his insurance information for a claim. read more

Latin American Grill - Rock inside Moro rice - Latin American Near Me - Miami Lakes, Florida

After a full remodeling and renovation it is open offering high quality home made style Cuban food. Nice atmosphere in beautiful Miami Lakes and warm and welcoming service from staff. Busy most of the day. Two important issues: they did not increase their prices after reopening and the complimentary bread they serve is the best in town. read more

I was at first happy to see this place open again, but I have been here to eat a few time now after opening. I have not had a good plate of food, The food quality is not the same as it used to be. The place has been done nice the service is great. The people are real nice, and also happy to see some of the old people back at the window. But a shame the food is not great anymore. Hopefully they can get the food back to what it used read more

They finally reopened and the service was a little slow, this was due to the amount of people who were there. The food was good, it just came out a little cold, again it may have been because of the amount of people who were there. Their empanada was great tho, try one of them. read more

Very good food ropa vieja. The menu had traditional great testing Cuban food mixed with traditional as well as American sides. The restaurant had excellent service. read more

Food doesn't taste the way it did prior to the fire. Most of the plates taste very bland

When ordering to add tomato and onion, they charge $3.00 and not even one whole tomato And the side for mash potatoes is so little read more

We came back from a trip , decided to pass by one of my favorite Cuban breakfast spots. I was so glad it re-opened, but I had not gone for dinner since it re-opened recently. What a disappointment!!!! My husband ordered the arroz con pollo ( one of the specials of the day). That was horrible. It tasted like parboiled race with yellow coloring,. There were pools of yellow water in the bottom with a lot of peas! Not a good arroz con pollo!. It tasted like "cubitos" de pollo rice. I had the churrasco with black beans and !rice. The Churrasco had so much fat, I'm not sure that's what it was. It had zero taste. I had to add salt and pepper to give it a little flavor! The meal was horrible. Black beans tasted like canned beans. I'll give them credit for the tostones and sweet plantains! The service was good! What happened to the good cooks???? read more

All excellent, from food to service and staff. Drink Cafecito everyday. My second home!!! read more

It's a shame that after a few years of being closed, after a kitchen fire forced renovations, the food quality has not improved. I was under impression that you couldn't mess up a "pan con bistec" but I got to hand it to them... they succeeded!!! After waiting 37 minutes for the order at the window and the waiter repeatedly asking for the order, six times, the manager came out and said the grill was full of steak and he couldn't ask his cooks to do more!!! That didn't improve the taste and when I got the order...it was wrong... maybe they shouldn't have reopened so soon!!!! The ambiance was typical, noisy and loud...overall they need improvement. read more