I came for dinner. I had a great dinner and food experience. Maykel and Yamilet made our experience…read moreunforgettable. They both were attentive and gave great costumer service. This was one good Brazilian stake house. The meats were good quality and tasted great. They also had some seafood and chicken. We enjoyed our time here. We all left full and happy. The atmosphere and customer service was great. A few people here were celebrating a birthday and we got to watch. The restaurant way of celebrating birthdays was awesome. It was cheerful, contagious and fun. This is a great place for a birthday.

I guess there were signs this restaurant wasn't going to go as expected when I called several times…read moreto make a reservation and either 1. they didn't answer 2. couldn't hear me on the phone or 3. the reservation is done on WhatsApp and no one responds. The restaurant was empty, yet they were pushy for us to eat and leave. After a while, they stopped being pushy and rarely passed by. Our server? We never saw her. I had to ask other servers to find her so we can get our check. It was terrible service and on top of that it's automatic 18% gratuity added. Small salad and side bar. We were seated in the front and the live music was so loud we couldn't hear ourselves talk. Some meats were better than others. For $50 and some change a person there are better restaurants around.

Lovely people very attentive I Definitely will be coming back and definitely recommend everyone to…read morefind out what's your favorite dish

Located right outside of Westland Mall facing the parking lot next to H & M…read more Lots to look at and admire. Loved the lighting fixtures and the murals on the walls. Great music and friendly staff. What we ordered- Croquetas 10/10 - Soft creamy inside and lightly crispy on the outside. Drizzled with a aioli style sauce. (In my opinion)the croquetas were so good they didn't need any sauce. Churassco w/ white rice, black beans and plantains 10/10 ohh this is everything a churassco should be. Juicy, tender and cooked full of so much flavor. The rice was perfect not sticky just perfectly fluffy and not oily and the beans are exactly what I always hope to be served at any Cuban restaurant. Absolutely delicious and full of so much flavor. I mean if they told me Abuela had made them I would totally believe it. Chefs kiss The hubs ordered the Picanha with morro rice and plantains 10/10 No crumbs or grains of rice was left on his plate! Absolutely delicious Needless to say this place is an absolute must! Definitely will be back

Really liked this place. We went for a birthday dinner and they served us all timely. The food was…read moreamazing!! Definitely worth it! The restaurant has a cozy feel to it but also lively with music!

Went with a gf to a group workout at The Yards at Amelia this weekend and we were starving by the…read moreend of it. We saw La Romanita next door and went to grab a bite since the food trucks weren't open yet. We sat outside because the weather was nice and they have fans to keep the air flowing nicely. Servers were very attentive, and we were able to order fairly quickly and the food also came out quickly. We both ordered the churrasco with rice and beans, and shared a side of maduros. Food was good, and we both had food left over. All in all, for a quick, impromptu lunch post workout this was great. I'll definitely plan to go again if I'm in the area around lunch time again.

My husband and I found this restaurant on Instagram and, honestly, we were a little hesitant…read morebecause so much of what you see on social media can be misleading. But we were craving Mediterranean food, so we decided to give it a try and we're glad we did. The food was really good, and John took care of us. His recommendations were excellent and definitely made the experience even better. The atmosphere was nice, and I recommend making a reservation, especially if you want to make sure you can see the belly dance show on Saturdays. The only downside for us was that the chairs were a bit uncomfortable. Other than that, we had a very good experience and would definitely come back.

Coming in, the smell of the restaurant was incredible. Fragrant, and aromatic. Immediately captured…read moreby the ambiance and trans-lounge music. We were sat Immediately, unknowingly, we were sat right next to the unisex bathroom when there were other tables available in the restaurant. Not good. Great service from our server, Felipe, who was superb! Very attentive and professional. The lamb chops were delicious! The Moscow Mule yummy. Dessert was a flop. The baklava was gross. It was a cheap version made with what appeared to be croissant as opposed to philo. No honey. Dry and tasteless. I do not recommend.

We visited from Texas in June 2025. We had never eaten Cuban food before and didn't know what to…read moreexpect. I had watched David Srirachi's video on YouTube and it looked great so had to give it a try. Being from Texas we're used to a lot of Spanish, but pretty sure we were the only people in the place that spoke a word of English while we were there. Didn't matter one bit, if anything it made the experience even better. Wow! I'm a big fan and will be back. Had some flavors I hadn't had before and the variety was great.

My last review of Cuban Lives Restaurant was back in 2018, and this place still deserves a good…read morereview. I was pleasantly surprised this time, especially with the grilled pork, which was even better than my last visit. The pea soup and chicken noodle soup were both very good and comforting. The ceviche options were plentiful and very fresh. The chicharrón was also good, with crispy skin, though it was a little salty for my taste. Everything else was well balanced and flavorful. The price is very reasonable for a Cuban buffet, and the service was good throughout our visit. Dishes were cleared promptly, and our water glasses were always refilled. Overall, a solid experience and definitely worth coming back.

La Bodeguita is not just a restaurant -- it's an experience. From the moment you walk in, you're…read morewrapped in the vibrant energy of live music, laughter, and that unmistakable Cuban warmth that feels like home. The ambience is lively & warm. The service was Attentive, genuine, and on point. You can tell the team cares deeply about every table. We felt welcomed and completely taken care of all night. And the food... hands down, every single dish transported us. As second-generation Cuban Americans, we grew up with these flavors -- plates that filled our childhood tables, surrounded by family, stories, and culture. Every bite brought back memories of home-cooked meals, Sunday gatherings, and our grandparents' kitchens. The seasoning, the textures, the presentation -- authentic and elevated without losing soul. This place doesn't just serve Cuban food. It brings our culture to life. Thank you Mikey for sharing your art with our community, you truly created art on this. Mikey is the owner , who is very talented and committed to creating nostalgic bites with good quality ingredients. We love that you love why you do so much. If you're looking for nostalgia, flavor, music, and heart all in one night -- La Bodeguita is it. Run, don't walk. And bring all your people.

Came here and want to say I loved it but it was so hot in there, felt the AC was not cooling . I…read morehad pasta de rabo but it was not that well seasoned . Wouldn't mind coming to try and see if that was a one off .

We ordered the steak kabob dinner. It was delicious and a…read morenice portion. They make the BEST Tostones in Hialeah.

every time ive gone here for a burger it definitely hits the spot. servers always friendlyread more

This is not just a restaurant but they also own a meat market where you can buy Argentinian meat…read morefrom right next door. From the outside it looks small but once you step inside you realize it is pretty big with plenty of seating. The lighting is dim making it perfect to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, date night, or any other special occasion. We made reservations to celebrate my mom's birthday. We arrived earlier than expected and they accommodated us right away. We wanted to start with the lamb empanadas but they didn't have any so we had the chicken instead. Nonetheless these were just as tasty. We weren't done yet and the second server removed our plates for the bread and appetizers. At this point our main server had passed by several times to ask if we were ready to order. We definitely felt rushed. We ordered two sirloin steak for our entree. My mom and I shared a sirloin and my husband had his own. This was a pretty decent size to share. Unfortunately my husband's cut was not very good as it was very fatty. It wasn't communicated very clearly that the steak came with 2 sides. However, if sharing among 3 people the sides are pretty small and will not be enough. So we went ahead and ordered two more sides. Despite the confusion, this is one of the best steaks we have ever had! We all agreed that it was so flavorful, fresh, and good quality meat. If you want a good steak this is the place to come to!

another great experience waiter luis did a great job great food and cus service will come back with…read moremy family

this is the only place where i'll eat tacos de lengua, everything is so so good the ambience is…read moregood they have tables outside, because he place inside is a bit small, service always amazing and the drinks are so good! ------ Este es el único lugar donde como tacos de lengua, todo esta tan bueno, el ambiente es normal, tienen mesas afuera, porque el lugar adentro es un poco pequeño, ¡el servicio siempre es increíble y las bebidas son muy ricas!

July 14, 2026. We…read morearrived at 2:30 pm and left after 9:20 pm. We returned to La Potranca Tacos & Cantina. Mauricio was at the bar and we definitely missed being under his attention by not sitting there. Eliezer (the Venezuelan waiter from Mérida) took care of us in the dining room. Both are always very friendly and attentive. This time we decided to sit in the dining room because we were a group of three and had a lot to talk about. The place has 4 TVs and we were able to enjoy the France vs Spain match. We all ordered La Tropical Draft beer, a light, smooth, and very refreshing blonde. In total we had 16 beers . We shared nachos with grilled steak, which were very good (they pour the melted cheese right at the table). We also ordered tripa tacos well toasted (that's the technique) as we requested, and they came out excellent. Note: They have different promotions or offers depending on the day, not a regular happy hour variety, so it's good to be aware of that. The restaurant offers a good variety of 8 salsas: Sirloin, Chips, Guacamole, Verde, Vicente, Pastor, Chilanga, and Asada. Good atmosphere, pleasant service, and tasty food. We'll definitely keep coming back.

Let's talk about it. I was at the car wash across the street…read moreand decided to stop by this restaurant to check them out. Typical Fritanga, very outdated on the inside but super authentic. You can feel it the moment you walk in. Everybody in there was super nice, super friendly. I ordered the quesillo. It was a lot more expensive than it used to be back in the day, but it was still really good. Worth it. I would highly recommend this place. It's nice to see spots like this still thriving and keeping their doors open. If you're in the Hialeah area, check these guys out.

I used to eat here a lot, but the price is not worth it no more $20 for two pieces of Carne Asada…read morewhite rice queso Frito & Tajadas is over price. That not including a drink other fritangas give you minimum of 3 pieces of carne asada. Way to tax for what it is hard pass for me! Probably cause I'm use to Sweetwater fritangas but Hialeah is not it for me! I rather driver 20 mins out then to still be hungry