My second visit and once again, my expectations were not too high. This place delivered. I went with the Vaca Frita with fried plantains and rice & beans. The only thing missing for me is the hot sauce which is easily added. This is a solid plate of food and on point for other Cuban restaurants I've been to. My wife ordered the Cuban sandwich. It has just the right ration of meat to cheese to bread and was perfectly pressed. If you're looking for a solid Cuban restaurant experience, this is your place! read more

Mirna's Cuban Cuisine - Vaca Frita - Cuban Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

The Cuban sandwich and grilled chicken were excellent. The fries weren't the same when I returned for a second visit. The first time they were amazing, shoestring fries. The second time they were breaded and a bit mushy inside. I'm not sure which is the norm. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There is indoor and outdoor seating, which is nice.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I wish they had a cilantro sauce for the chicken, like many Cuban restaurants in Miami. read more

I used to love this restaurant, but they have seriously gone downhill. This is the third time I've had issues with ordering from this restaurant today they took my order at 1730 said it'll be 30 minutes. I arrived at 1800 and the restaurant is closed. Sign says open not a single car employee or customer in the parking lot. The food here is phenomenal, but don't bother because they don't seem to understand customer service any longer. The ONLY reason they got 2 stars is because previously they've had excellent food read more

I'm a little bit late on this review but I'm sharing it anyway. Last weekend we were in Sarasota and had the MOST AMAZING Cuban food!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]From the minute you park your car you can feel the energy and authentic Cuban culture.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Alexandra was a great hostess/server. She was so attentive and friendly making you feel like you were part of the family! The most delicious relleno de papa!!! If you are ever in this area, this is a MUST!! We cannot wait to go back. 10/10 read more

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Had a Friday hankering for Cuban cuisine and Mirna's came to the forefront. This is authentic and very flavorful. In addition, they offered 2 for 1 sangria's or margaritas. I remembered the black bean soup which was both rich and filling; Just as good this time as well. Also, I opted for the arroz con polo which was delicious and substantial for under $15. My wife ordered the ropa vieja - shredded beef with rice, peppers and cilantro plus 2 sides. Both entrees were approved (2 thumbs up) and no room for dessert. This venue is becoming a required stop for us when the in season traffic diminishes. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Private parking lot with indoor and outdoor dining options.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Service was great, food was soooo soooo good. I loved the papa rellenas it was my favorite. It was a very welcoming place and you could tell the people coming in come back often. Great place and very kind and fun staff read more

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We were in Sarasota to visit Ringling college and found Mirna'a on Yelp. We are so happy we did. It was some of the best Cuban food we have had and we live in south Florida. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Service was friendly and while we chose to eat inside, they also have a nice amount of outdoor seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My daughter started with the chicken noodle soup. It was so good. Different from what she expected but she loved it. My MILA and I had the small Cuban sandwich. We probably could have shared it. It was till huge. Husband ordered the potato ball. It was amazing! My favorite ever. I ended with a cafe con leche to go. It could have been a little hotter but it was delicious and perfect. We can't wait to head to Sarasota again to make another visit. read more

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Stopped in here after finding it on Yelp when looking for a quick place nearby the jungle adventures place after our visit there. As we pulled in, we noticed the crowd but they still were able to seat us immediately. We were really hungry and this hit the spot! The servings were massive; we both took home about half our entrees! Our server was terrific, friendly and informative. read more

Mirna's Cuban Cuisine - Cuban Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Best service, great food, amazing location, this is the best place to get food in the Sarasota area by far.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I am so glad to have tried Cuban food here because I cannot wait to go back! We came here with a large party, but the service was so quick to accommodate for 20 people. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have both indoor and outdoor seating, making the place very spacious and comfortable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The servers were also so kind, easy to talk to, and made our stay very welcoming. I wanted to try their most favorite item, so I got the Ropa Vieja. The food was delicious. Large portion sizes, but I finished it all---it was THAT good. It is oily though, which I did not expect, but the flavors were all strong and cohesive. I would love to come back and try more Cuban food! read more

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This was our first time in Sarasota. We wanted to try some local Cuban food, and found this gem on yelp. Everything was perfect! The food was delicious. The servers were all smiling and excited(probably because their team was winning in the World Cup match) . [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere was loud and inviting. Just the way you'd expect in a Latin restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Thank you for the excellent experience Mirna's! read more

This place is good good. My parents were excited to take us here, saying everything they've tried has been great and the portions leave nothing to be desired. We came hungry and this sounded right up our ally. I got the vaca frita and my husband got the ropa vieja. My brother got the palomilla. My parents' ultimate recommendation was the vaca frita, and while I absolutely loved my food I think they were right. I could not stop picking at my husband's meal, and he's been requesting that I try to make it ever since we had it. My brother's steak was also great. The portions are indeed generous. The atmosphere is pretty relaxed. We ate at the outdoor patio. The staff is friendly and helpful. Absolutely come check this place out, and try the ropa vieja! read more

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What a surprise! Some of the tastiest food I've ever had. We wanted to order one of everything. The best mojitos period. Get there early or make reservations. The place filled up quick. read more

This family run restaurant is fantastic. The service is excellent. The food is amazing and about as authentic as you can get this side of Havana. I had the Cuban sandwich. It was delicious. Full of ham, pork and cheese. Fresh Cuban bread presses and toasted just right. The black bean soup is so good. If Cuban food is your thing, then this is a must do. read more

Mirna's Cuban Cuisine - French Fries - Cuban Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

Everything was spot on! The kind service, delicious food, large portions, [[HIGHLIGHT]]great atmosphere[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. I had the roasted pork and loved it. Very authentic. Try their good selection of fresh juices. We will be going back soon. read more

We got here just before it got super busy. We were quickly shown a table and they took our drink order. We placed our order and ordered a Cuban sandwich and ropa vieja. Our plates quickly came out and everything was hot and delicious. One of the best Cuban sandwiches I have ever had. Everything else was great too. Highly recommend this place for Cuban food. You will not be disappointed. read more

Close to Sarasota airport, Mirna's may be my first stop for lunch on flying in! Roasted pork sandwich and braised chicken were both so flavorful and tender! I enjoyed trying yucca fries! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Outdoor seating was very comfortable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Everyone who served us was very nice and quick to refill our water glasses. Bargain priced for ample portions, I look forward to trying many other dishes here. read more

Great service and the food is amazing. We had the papa rellenos to start with and the kids got mango juice which was fresh and tasty. The food portions were rather large and only 1 of us managed to finish our food. The Bistec Empanizado and fried fish fillet was tasty as was the yellow rice. The vaca frita and puerco asado were ok. Overall we enjoyed the food. read more

Best Cuban sandwich in Sarasota! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Delicious food, generous portions, clean establishment, and service that is happy, friendly and professional.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Great place. Will definitely be back. read more

Mirna's Cuban Cuisine - Cuban Cubano Sandwich - Cuban Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

12/10 recommend stopping by Mirna's! This little mom and pop restaurant has excellent Cuban food. Our waiter was extremely attentive and friendly. We only ordered one item but it was absolutely mouthwatering. The Masita de Puerco con Yuca Frita appetizer was a HUGE portion for the price. The meat was juicy and full of flavor. The people next to us ordered a Cubano and Skirt Steak and I was envious because both entrees looked amazing. We sat on the patio and had a wonderful time. 1000% will be going back to Mirna's to try more items on the menu next time I'm in Sarasota. read more

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Stopped here before our show at the Van Wezel. They opened in a new space about 3 miles south of their old location. Big difference! Great air conditioning,outdoor dining and a lot more tables inside. Same great food in a much better atmosphere. Same great prices and quantity. Service was excellent even with all the extra tables. read more

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We rolled in on a Saturday for an early dinner. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was pretty crowded inside, so we chose a seat outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I did partake in the BOGO sangria. Wasn't planning on alcohol, but who could resist? Our server was excellent at making recommendations. Hubby ordered the skirt steak, I ordered the pork. Both were bursting with flavor and there was enough on each plate for two whole meals. We both took about half home, and left the restaurant stuffed. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There was a guitarist who performed that was excellent.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] What a great overall experience. This was our third time eating Mirna's, but first time at the new location. The food is consistently delicious. read more

Mirna's Cuban Cuisine - Skirt steak with Cassava, Pork Roast Puerco Asado with Fried Plantains - Cuban Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

Are you looking for authentic Cuban food and not a chain? This is it! First time here! Appetizer: Stuffed tostones with ropa vieja,big portions and very filling,delicious Entrees: Large Cuban Sandwich,I mean LARGE,very well made and crunchy Bistec de Palomilla with congri and boiled yuca,so flavorful! The taste is on point and the portions are all on the large size. To close: A cortadito,on point. They offer beer,margaritas and sangria. Also soft drinks! Just go! read more

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In town for the weekend and to look at a school for my daughter and needed some lunch. I found this place on yelp. It turned out to be a really great place. We started out with a few appetizers. My mom had some black bean soup and said it was very good, my daughter had the chicken soup and loved it, my wife and I shared a stuffed potato ball, and it was one of the best potato balls we have ever eaten. My daughter had the fried fish filet with fried yuca and white rice, she really liked it. My mother and wife both had cuban sandwiches. I got to try it and I have to agree with them, it was fantastic. As for myself I had ropa veija with yucca and sweet bananas. And it was incredibly good. Our server was very good, the menu had plenty of options to choose from and the portions, wow! Very large. I'm only sorry we were unable to take our leftover. If you're ever in Sarasota, and like Cuban food, this is your place to go! One more thing the Crocketts, they were out, but they looked really good. read more

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Stopped in while visiting Tampa. Wanted some good Cuban cuisine and oh my did Mirnas fit the bill! We had the ropa vieja, tamal cubano, croquetas, papas rellenas and a large Cuban. Sooo good! The Cuban was huge! The large is like 2 sandwiches. The Roos vieja was so tender. Excellent. We had plantains and fries as well and both were fresh and an excellent complement texture wise to some of the other items. Would gladly go back as it was excellent value. Great quality for an affordable price and good taste and service! Indoor and outdoor seating was a viable as well. It was cold when we went so we went with indoor but would gladly sit outside if the weather allowed. Thank you Mirnas! read more

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Quality food at quality prices. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Friendly staff and clean establishment.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Love their new location.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Service was absolutely awful. We ordered (buy-one get-one $14) margarita with no salt also ordered a water with lemon. Margarita came out with salt and no lemon for water. We ordered 2 salads with chicken and ranch plus extra ranch. They came out with no dressing. The waiter finally came back after 10 minutes, we had to ask once again for dressing. He finally brought us the dressing. He never came back after that to ask if we needed anything. We never got the second margarita either. Another waitress came and brought us the bill. Since we didn't get the second margarita they charged us $9.00 for one margarita. When asked about the price change the waitress was of no assistance. We won't be back. To beat all else, the food was cold. Go to a different Cuban restaurant that knows what they are doing. read more

Very friendly atmosphere. Alive and inviting. Servers are excellent. Finally a restaurant that knows how to properly season food. You will not be disappointed. Fair prices and very big portions. I recommend the snapper. My wife had the skirt steak and it was fantastic. You will not go home hungry. This restaurant was much needed in that corridor. Welcome to the Neighbourhood and thank you so much for doing what you do. read more

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The location is pretty convenient. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The inside of the restaurant is very clean and very well put together.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Plenty of staff and very friendly environment. The food was pretty good and the prices were reasonable. My only pet peeve. I can't stand when restaurants make you pay at the table with the server standing right in front of you with that. Credit card machine. I purposely tip LESS when I see that. It's annoying and very low class. but they did not get penalized stars because of that. read more

Mirna now moved on to us 41 and it's much more spacious & the flavor is still all there! We tried the croquetas as appetizers, the order of 6 was enough for my family of 5 to begin. We also tried the small bean soup, this portion is not a cup size as you would think but twice as that if not more, a bit thick and Flavorful and delicious. Every main plate comes with huge portions, we could not finish in one sitting. We had Left overs for pre dinner/snack. The fresh juice of guanabana and mammary were also a hit with the kids. No complaints which is good to say on my end. There is parking on both sides of the building just use the side walk to get to the entrance. read more

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We are not locals but visit Sarasota 3-4 times per year. On each trip, we have eaten at Mirna's and gotten something different each time. Their staff is very friendly and helpful, [[HIGHLIGHT]]decor is colorful and food is outstanding.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]There is also a nice outdoor area for additional seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I grew up on real Cuban food in Tampa and Miami. This is authentic and real Cuban food, not those from other islands or Latin American claiming they do Cuban food. Some of the best Cuban food I've ever had! Reasonably price with large quantities. Can't wait for our next visit! read more

I first visited Mirna's when she opened her place near the airport and I fell in love with her food and passion. I think there were just 3 staff at the time and I believe they were all family. She's since moved from that shotgun shack of a venue with 3-4 parking places and moved south, increasing her space, parking, and staff. But the one constant? Her passion for traditional Cuban food and hospitality. Whether lunch or dinner, if you long for savory food at a great price and huge portions this is it. Oh, and be sure to say hi to Mirna, she's in the kitchen every day! read more

Mirna's Cuban Cuisine - Cuban Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

Food: *Skirt steak ordered med rare (w/chimichurri sauce) beans&rice, and plantainos - everything was hot and perfectly cooked. 10 outta 10! *pro-tip: skirt steak is thin- if you enjoy medium, order medium rare $17.95 **If you like French fries, order the fried Yuca - it'll change ya life Service: After seated 10 mins, gave drink and food order; had water/drinks within 20 mins of arriving and food roughly 20 mins later. Received customary checks-ins every 15-20 mins. Promptly received check upon request. 2 upbeat women serving food to a full house with smiles intact - always a pleasure. Ambiance: 5pm on Saturday - it was busy and loud, but I had no problem conversing across the table. This place is clean. When we left, multiple families were lined up outside awaiting tables, indicative of Mirna's Reputation. Hole in the wall type place with the most delicious food and Cuban coffee - it's on read more

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I visited Mirnas because some friends recommended it to me and wow the food in Mirnas is evidence of real Cuban food! The service feels like family and the atmosphere is really nice I can't wait to return. read more

Absolutely one of my favorite Cuban restaurants! Portions are huge. Flavor is amazing. Cubano is perfection.

Wow this place was really good. Didn't take pictures but authentic delicious Cuban cuisine- the table had a variety from sandwiches to Bistec Empinazado to amazing roast pork delicacies.....all very reasonably priced read more

We were staying at a hotel down the street for an event last week & got a couple takeout sandwiches from Mirna's to take back to the hotel with us. We got the Pan con ropa vieja (shredded beef) & a Cubano sandwich. Both were great but the shredded beef sandwich was outstanding!!! And they were HUGE sandwiches! We actually got two meals out of them. We will go back to Mirna's whenever we're in town. I look forward to trying some of their entrees & appetizers! It all looks fantastic. read more

Huge portions, great service, delicious food, fair prices. What more could you ask for? Try the Cuban sandwich.

Food was great and authentic Portions are huge! Service was no frills but prompt and friendly. read more

Mirna's Cuban Cuisine - Ropa Vieja. Yum! - Cuban Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

One of the best restaurants we visited in Sarasota. As a Cuban myself I loved the flavors of the dishes it was so authentic and delicious. We had a great server and the overall atmosphere was very nice and family friendly. I would recommend visiting if you want a nice lunch and like Hispanic food. I loved the Papa rellena. And if a place can make chicken breast this nice and juicy I can only imagine what the beef and pork plates are like. read more

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We split the 12 inch cubano for lunch with a side of fries. The cubano was perfect - tasty and crispy bread with all the delicious pork and cheese. The service was quick and our waitress was excellent read more

Mirna's Cuban Cuisine - Twelve inch cubano! - Cuban Near Me - Sarasota, Florida