Recently I revisited this wonderful Cuban restaurant for lunch and the renovation of the venue was…read morevery impressive. The venue looked astounding, the wall's color and vibrant decor created a more welcoming vibe, the chef's menu was easy to read and the staff was very attentive. We ordered the croquetas and they were excellent. For lunch we ordered the paella for 2, our dish was very savory. The rice had an amazing flavor, every bite was delicious and the dish had a plentiful amount of seafood. We also ordered two lemonades. A very refreshing beverage. Their menu had a wonderful variety of dishes and new cocktails as well. Definitely recommended. Ps. Congrats on their 50 years anniversary. Wishing this restaurant and their staff my best and many more years ahead!

Came to celebrate my birthday , have t been here in a while …read more The food was amazing ! started off with the Mariquitas that were just perfect , the thickness is much better than last time . Wifey had the mahi mahi and I got the surf n turf combo , everything was perfect and the black beans were excellent. Service always amazing with 3rd generation running the place , they just remodeled recently and the ambiance is great , glad we came back .

We loved our first experience so much that we ended up bringing the whole family back to Little…read moreHavana the very next day! It's rare to find a spot that draws you back 24 hours later, but this place is a total standout in Miami. Despite having a larger group this time, we were greeted warmly and seated immediately. The service was excellent from start to finish--attentive, friendly, and perfectly paced for a family dinner. We kicked things off with the Cuban sampler, which was the perfect introduction to the menu and got everyone excited for the main event. Every dish that hit the table was a hit: the Red Snapper was incredibly fresh, and the Chicharron de Pollo had that perfect crunch. My wife really enjoyed the Chicken Milanesa, but for me, the Paella was the star of the show--rich, authentic, and packed with flavor. It's safe to say everything was delicious yet again. We've officially added this to our "must-visit" list for every trip to Miami. If you're looking for a meal that feels both high-quality and welcoming, you can't beat this spot. We'll definitely be back!

Needed to do errands in North Miami, so Little Havana came up as a place to go for Cubanos. It has…read morethree locations in Miami, with this one in North Miami being the original, opened in 1991. We dined in, and the visit blew away the food from the previous week. I really like Cuban sandwiches, so will be something my brother and I keep seeking out during short visits to Miami. We had a one-day rental car, so found Little Havana Restaurant, coming a bit after peak lunch time. It's on a major street, with surface angled parking in the back. There are a lot of wild birds in the area, with their guano being everywhere outside. It's a big dining area inside, and we were immediately directed to a prime location with views of their small lush adjacent green space, and the birds that live there. Elizabeth was our server, with water and complementary rolls being immediately offered by helpers. She and her team were great throughout, offering suggestions and bringing the food nice and hot. We ordered off the Happy Hour menu (11:30 - 18:00 M-F) and the Lunch Special Menu (11:30 - 16:00). We were greatly satisfied with every dish Shrimp in Garlic Sauce, appetizer size ($14.99) - 5 jumbo tail-on shrimp, sauteed in a scampi type sauce. It's what you expect when you douse good shrimp with a butter garlic sauce. The appetizer does not come with rice/beans, but we had plenty of it from the other dishes...loved spooning the sauce over the rice while eating. Roast Pork Lunch ($12.99) - what a deal. A dish of pulled pork with a big piece of fried pork skin on top...reminded me of the Filipino lechon, or even the Hawaiian kalua pork, with the tenderness of the mean. It came with a big scoop of rice and a bowl of red beans. Lamb Shank ($18.49) - This was recommended by Elizabeth when asked by my brother, what he shouldn't miss. It's a Cuban special, cooked in wine sauce. It was a big piece, still on the bone, coming with a big plate of rice and fried plantains. He enjoyed it, though he was struggling a bit at the end. Cuban Sandwich ($12.49) - A full size Cuban sandwich, cut in half. It had been grilled on a sandwich press with a little oil, resulting in the cuban bread being crispy at the top. It had the right mix of that same delicious pulled pork, along with ham, melted swiss, mustard and pickle slices. It was very good, great value for the price. Paying was done at the top, and we intentionally did not take any leftovers. There is a framed newspaper article from 1991 in the lobby, where you can read more about their origins.

Yummy food! We came in craving Cuban food and ordered from the breakfast menu. Our party got the…read moresteak and eggs, Cuban sandwich, empanadas, and the avocado egg breakfast. Everything tasted really good and the environment was nice and welcoming. The only small issue we had was with the avocado egg breakfast. The menu description mentioned wheat toast and a caffe latte included with the dish, but we unfortunately never received those items. We also noticed the tomatoes were prepared a little differently. The menu photo/description showed the tomatoes with what looked like a drizzle of olive oil and black pepper, which ours also didn't have along with the green mix. Other than that, the food itself was delicious.

Driving around Sunny Isles, I found this restaurant, I wasn't sure if the name was El Tropico or…read moreCuban Cuisine. It was actually "El Tropic, Cuban cuisine". After finding parking right in front of the restaurant I was able to get a table pretty fast. The staff were very attentive. Alberth provided an excellent customer service. I ordered a chicken noodle soup and an entree, this other dish from the lunch menu. The chicken soup was delicious. Definitely recommended. As for the fajita dish, the chicken had a nice flavor and it was seasoned well. The chicken was savory and had some soy sauce, it was served with onions and peppers. Every lunch dish comes with two sides. I ordered the yellow rice and plantains. Both entrees well very delicious. An overall nice lunch experience. The restaurant was clean and the staff were attentive, very hospitable and welcoming. Affordable lunch menu. Definitely recommended.

Came here with a big group so we made a reservation, but honestly on a weekday you could probably…read morewalk in without much trouble since it's not too crowded. Service was super attentive and quick -- our food came out fast and everything felt smooth even with a large party. The flavors were really good and everything tasted fresh. The Neapolitan milanesa completely stole the show. It's HUGE and comes with two sides, so definitely think about sharing. Portions here are generous in general. Prices are a little on the higher side, but it's worth it because the food is actually really tasty. Do not skip dessert. The tiramisu is one of the best I've had -- so good. The flan wasn't my favorite, but I'd still 100% come back and just order the tiramisu again.

Found this place bravura the smell of food wafted through the air and made us hungry. Beautifully…read moredecorated for the holidays nothing crazy but fit the space perfectly. We sat immediately and our food came out timely. My favorite had to be the yuca fries crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. The pork chunks were good as well but didnt stand our as much. We will be back when we are in the aventura area

CVI.CHE 105 is the perfect date night spot! It has all the trendy Miami vibes without the long…read moredrive. I absolutely loved the atmosphere! The décor and ambiance is so fun and really sets the mood. It was a little loud for conversation, but the music was great and fit the vibe perfectly. Santiago was an amazing server! 10/10 service! He was attentive, friendly, and made the experience even better. The food was delicious. The ceviche and causa were standout dishes, and while the concha was good, I didn't think it quite justified the price. I also had a fantastic cocktail that I'd definitely order again. Overall, such a fun experience, and I'll definitely be back!

From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was beautiful, modern, and inviting. Every dish we…read moreordered was absolutely delicious. The presentation was stunning, the ingredients tasted incredibly fresh, and every bite was packed with flavor. The lomo saltado was cooked perfectly, the potatos and the sauce was amazing. What truly made our experience exceptional was our waiter, Orlando. He was attentive, friendly, knowledgeable about the menu, and made us feel welcomed from start to finish. He checked on us often, gave great recommendations, and provided the kind of service that makes you want to come back. Outstanding customer service like his is hard to find these days. This was such a wonderful 6 /2 year anniversary, and we left already talking about what we want to order on our next visit. If you're looking for fresh, flavorful Peruvian cuisine with excellent service, CVI.CHE 105 is definitely worth a visit. Thank you, Orlando, for making our afternoon so memorable. We'll definitely be back!

We love Cuban food and were looking for a nice place to eat. In reading reviews, many people said…read moreit was the place to go and they were right. We loved the ropa vieja (shredded beef). It was very flavorful. We also had nice mojitos.

Located in Dania Pointe just off 95 and Stirling, this location of the chain is spot on. Haven't…read morebeen to this location before and been a long while since I have been to one, but that won't happen again. This store is very modern, open, and bright. Hostess was friendly and sat us right away. Our waitress was a hoot in a way that was great for us (I wish I remembered her name, shout out from the mamajuana ladies). We got a lunch special ropa vieja which was a decent size for lunch. The meat was good but the sauce was a little thin (tomato sauce like) for us. We also got a masas de puerco which was good (the onions were perfect), a little leaner normal if you want to be bad but not too bad. They carry a rum type called mamajuana that my lunch companion had told me about almost a year ago but we hadn't seen anywhere. They serve it in an old fashioned but we got a shot to try straight. While rum is not my first or even second choice of spirit, the mamajuana is my first choice of rum! I will definitely be back to try it in the old fashioned. Another highlight, our waitress introduced me to a light sugar colada (grew up in the 305 and never been offered that, probably sacrilege lol) and for me it was perfect!!

Best Cuban food I've had. Great prices. Do yourself a favor and get the chicken empinada.read more

My partner remembered A Touch of Cuba from many years ago when he lived here and was delighted to…read morefind that it's still open. Since we were in the area, we decided to check it out. It's a small unassuming place on a busy street. The food and service were top notch! The presentation was lovely. Will definitely return next time we're in the area. The guava cream cheese flan is a must.

Second time ordering food from this restaurant and the experience and food were wonderful. I…read moreordered the lunch bowl with the Lechon asado con maduros, arroz y frijoles, the masas de cerdo both dishes were seasoned and cooked to perfection. Very tender meat. As for beverage I got the delicious and refreshing passion fruit- mango. Although i didn't eat at the restaurant all my food was packed nicely and my beverage was nicely wrap and arrive at perfect temperature including my cold and frozen juice. I can't wait to visit this restaurant in person and continue trying more delicious dishes!! Photos can't do justice to the deliciousness of my food but the photo I took will make you laugh!!

Ordered Uber eats so I can't speak to the dine in experience…read more Ordered chicken soup-it was salty noodles and broth-no chicken, no vegetables. In the pictures there are both and it was 9$ for basically canned soup. Tasted awful. Ordered spinach croquettes. They were tiny but delicious, well prepared and worth it. Ordered Moro rice-inedible. Dry. Dry. Dry. And the only flavor was salt. Not sure why they would send the last bit of rice from the pot that sat out all day, but that is what I got. Ordered vegetables-the picture is broccoli, cauliflower and carrots in garlic sauce. I got a few pieces of iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, onions and some cucumbers. That pissed me off since it was not at all what I ordered. Maybe I ordered the wrong things, because the review here are pretty positive. Tried to call the restaurant to see why they didn't include the actual vegetables and decided a salad was a good substitute. No answer. So I won't be eating from here again. Disappointed.

Yesterday I walked to this restaurant because I craved authentic Cuban food and I left happy…read more Reading the reviews I was nervous being darker skin (since people said they discriminate) but I pushed that to the side and said let's connect through my love language...eating. When you arrive there are two doors, one for pickup orders and the other door is to sit and eat. I decided to sit and observe the environment. I noticed a lot of family and friends and lots of people who chose to sit outdoors versus inside. The service was swift. My waiter was sweet and had my order out in less than 15 minutes. The food is phenomenal! I ordered steak and eggs. Normally I request salsa or hot sauce but the chef literally seasoned the meat and egg to perfection. The potatoes were the star with hints of rosemary and tyme and diced onions, they are seriously delicious! I followed my meal with a beef empanada. Now the beef was slightly over seasoned but nothing to be upset about .. it had to be good because I ate the leftovers later in the day and the food was cold , which says a lot about the crust , flavor and texture of the empanada. Overall I rate the restaurant 5/5. They have Apple Pay and clean tables a booths what more could I ask for! Go check them out , don't let the other reviews scare you away!

This review is based on the side part of this establishment called "La Ventanita Cafecito"…read more After eating lunch, my dad and I wanted some good Cuban coffee. If anybody knows Miami, you know you can trust and get some good coffee from a little window in a cafe, so I was happy to see something like this in Aventura Mall! We waited a little as there was a line. The employee was super nice and friendly and did our coffee well. I will say that my colada was underwhelming. It was great coffee but it wasn't that Cuban Miami coladito. My dad's cafe con leche (milk and coffee) was legit, however. Will I be back? Yes! But not for the coladito. Lol.

Great place to have a delicious Puerto Rican meal…read more Service was fast and efficient, no wait time when I arrived. Monday evening, holiday. Food was delicious, from appetizer to main entree. Recommendations were made and I went with all of them. Pork belly chunks that were seasoned with salt and pepper, and lemon was added afterward for a little more punch in the flavor. Shrimp creole was delicious. The red beans and rice mix makes you want to keep having more and mixing it all together gives you a flavorful punch in your mouth. Mofongo, aka , masked green plantains are only for those looking for something a little dry with flavor. Mines had steak and it was drizzled with mojito sauce and oil. Our server was excellent and recommended flipping it over to have the juice flow into the mofongo which she went ahead and did.. steak was well done and when mixed in had a great combination of flavor.. Ambiance feels like a local P.R spot, flags, art, music, and very fun ambiance. Enjoyed it. Definitely when I'm in the area will come again..

I visited el Bayu de la wela sara with a lot of hype and expectations, which were sadly not met…read more The service overall was A+ 5 out of five. The food was mixed . - Alcapurrias : 5 stars crunchy, juicy, proper size and flavor. - pork chunks mofongo: 4 stars, great flavor. Huge pork portion. - shrimp mofongo creole sauce: 3 stars sauce was on the saltier side and once it reached the bottom of the mongo it was "just too much" - churrasco (kids): 3 stars. A bit overcooked (kid refused to eat it) but it was decent flavor and tenderness. - beans: 3 stars, too salty - white rice : 1 star, felt dry and grainy like day old rice from the fridge.