Just like Abuelas cooking! If you're looking for a Pan con Bistec - it's fire!! Best Cuban food in…read moreLauderdale!!

My husband and I were craving some delicious Cuban food so decided to stop by the Little Cuban…read moreCafe. Wow! Let me just say it did not disappoint. The food was delicious! The service was great! We were seated right away and the waitress was very attentive. We ordered the Cuban sandwich and the pollo à la plancha with white rice, black beans and plantains. So delicious!

Omg I can't wait to return to this place. Came in late last…read morenight and needed to eat. Lucky made it an hour and a half before they closed. The staff were so welcoming and the environment was stunning. Was a nice surprise for being in a strip mall space. Ended up getting a few things. A cocktail a flight of sangria as drinks Then an app was a chorizo croquette. For main got the Cuban and the Ropa Vieja Both were fantastic. The services was amazing to top it off. I would highly suggest if you are looking for some delicious eats and great vibes.

Beautiful restaurant, especially considering it is a strip mall...not usually a situation to…read morecelebrate, but they made it so here! The hostess was polite and soft spoken, sat us straight away and made a couple of suggestions. Our server was not soft spoken, but was a joy to talk with. Even under the burden of the afternoon rush, she was great. We ordered, and shared 3 dishes. None were disappointing and all were beautifully plated and prepared to perfection. My favor was the Tropical Ceviche and my wife loved the Ropa Vieja. The Cuban Combination appetizer was so good, I wish I had ordered it as my entree. We enjoy mojitos with our meal and with desert I favored the Cuban coffee while my wife enjoyed an Espresso Martini and key lime pie. If you are into good quality Cuban food, excellent coffee and a pleasant sitting, you should definitely stop in and enjoy!

I casual come here 2 a week for the specials. The food is on point, service a substantial amount…read moreof food by at great price. Johan was excellent as always, super friendly, very knowledgeable about the menu, and spot on with recommendations. He made the whole visit feel warm and easy. We'll definitely be back.

Best prices for Cuban coffee at $1.90 for a single shot is insane. Its a tiny café in the Palm…read morePlaza on the Dixie Hwy railroad tracks. In search of good coffee, found this café by chance just driving around old Hollywood. The fresh squeeed cold watermelon drinks were on the counter but a little pricey for me. Chatted briefly with the barista about the great prices. The espresso was presented in a tiny white porcelain cup hovering a saucer which was appreciated. The gender neutral bathroom was clean with wood flooring, a white pedestal sink and a Phalaenopsis orchid flower arrangement on a 3-tier metal shelf as decor.

We had dinner at Juana La Cubana Cafe on a Friday evening before seeing a show at Hard Rock Live at…read morethe Hard Rock Casino (it's only about a 10 minute drive to the casino). I read the reviews on Yelp and decided to try it. We were the only people in there, which was a bit strange for a Friday evening at 7 (maybe it's more of a lunch place?). The gentleman that took care of us was very nice and friendly. We had the cuban sandwich - I agree with some of the comments on Yelp that the sandwich was good quality, but somewhat bland. We tried the Vaca Frita (marinated skirt steak with sautéed onions on top), rice and tostones and the Pechuga De Pollo a La Plancha (chicken breast with onions on top). They were good. Also had a side of black beans and cilantro sauce. The walls of the restaurants are filled with hand-written notes and signatures from previous patrons. I was able to find some rare white space to add my name as well.

I came straight here after airport. It was a bit early for dinner so there wasn't anyone when I got…read morethere around 5. I liked the vibe and the little tiki bar. The waitress was friendly. I ordered a Cubano sandwich. I would say that's not the best one that I've had but it was good. The bread was nicely toasted. I liked sweet plantain on the side. Overall it's a nice place to grab a quick bite.

Stopped by here before we went to the airport to try some Cuban food in the area. This place did…read morenot disappoint! The service was quick, and we got seated quickly. With 4 servers, they got our orders pretty quickly. The location was nice and had a great ambiance, with locals enjoying a nice Monday lunch. We ordered the Breaded Ham Paste, and I got the Roast Pork for lunch, while she got the Fish Fillet. The pork was tender, the rice was delicious, and the appetizers were spot on. I tried some of her fish, and it was quite tender and good as well. Overall, this place was great; I definitely will come back in the future and try more options!

I WISH I would have taken a picture but we immediately dug in. SOOOOOOO good…read more I ordered ropa vieja and my mom ordered the tamale de lechon. The food was amazing and the service was even better. We got complimentary garlic bread. I'm sad I'm visiting from out of town and not able to get this more often.

Very nicely appointed decor. Amazing Cuban cuisine. Silvana was such a delight as our server with…read morefabulous suggestions.

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!

this little Cuban establishment is a no-frills kind of spot. Honestly, it's a hole in the wall and…read moreif you didn't know it was there. You'd probably miss it but the down home authentic Cuban cuisine and great service is what I go for. I was looking enough to beat the rush and be in and out super fast my Vaca Frita was cooked perfectly and the portions were pretty decent. I had enough to eat half there and take the rest for lunch in the next day if you're ever in Hollywood area check out this spot.

This place was an old building that looks like it was straight out of a small village in Tijuana…read more There were a few parking spaces directly in front of the business. The gender neutral bathroom appeared clean with basic decor. The place had a simple, no-frills vibe, which can be a nice change of pace from the more trendy spots. The server made me an espresso which was quick and affordable at only $2.00. A few patrons came in for an early lunch as I was leaving the restaurant with my coffee to oddly complement with my pizza.

What happened??!! Just got there and it's closed!! Signs off!! This hurts my soulll!! Hands down…read morethe best Puerto Rican food in south Florida

In short : Come for the authentic Puerto Rican comida and stay for the beautiful atmosphere…read more It was my father's birthday and I wanted to take him for Puerto Rican food. He is Puerto Rican :) and we do cook some but not all of it . Anyway... Backstory: Chef Iram Ayala was born and raised in Caguas, Puerto Rico. This is considered Jibaro territory and they are known to be great cooks ! He has worked in many high end hotels such at The Breakers, Ritz Carlton etc. He started in the Hollywood farmers market and his comida became so popular that he opened this restaurant in honor of his grandmother Sara. Wela is short for Abuela which means grandmother in Spanish . Atmosphere: it's a tiny space located directly off Hollywood blvd but hard to miss because of the colorful storefront. Inside it feels as if you are stepping in Puerto Rico. Taino artwork is all over the walls ( Taínos are the indigenous people that all Puerto Ricans descended from). It's breathtaking. Appetizer: We ordered beef empanadillas (what Ricans call empanadas ) , Alcapurrias, and croquetas de mofongo. The empanadillas were fresh and came with a mayo ketchup sauce. Alcapurrias are specific to PR cuisine and they are a plantain fritter stuffed with whatever meat you desire . We had beef and they disappeared instantly . The croquetas stole the show in my opinion. They are unique in that they are made out of mofongo, stuffed with cheese (or whatever you want ) and served with a guava salsa. They were fire! Get these! Dinner: My father had the chuletas with arroz con gondules , my son and nephew both had steak and I had a pernil mofongo. Let me just take a moment to say this mofongo was probably one of the best I've had in a looonnngggg time . It wasn't dry.. it was so flavorful and the pernil was amazing. I had to stop myself for eating it all. Everyone liked their meats but the arroz con gondules was a bit lacking . It could've had more gondules and some green olives and/or pork. I'm used to My dad and Abuelita making it so flavorful so my standards are high on that side dish. For dessert we had the homemade tres leches . It was light , almost too light . Service was good.. our waitress was very nice. Overall I would definitely come back again.. Especially when they have their live music .

I had such an amazing experience at Las Vegas Cuban Cuisine! From the moment we walked in, the…read moreatmosphere felt lively and authentic. The music, décor, and energy made us feel like we were transported straight to Cuba. We ordered the classic Empanadas, ropa vieja, rice and maduros-- everything was flavorful and perfectly seasoned. The meat was tender, and the portions were generous. The Sangria were fresh and refreshing too! Service was friendly and attentive. Our server made great recommendations and checked on us often. Definitely one of the best Cuban spots in Hollywood. I'll be back for sure!

Great Cuban food! A Hollywood staple as this is the original Las Vegas and in the early 80's when…read moreyou came to dine in the whole family was working from the front of the house to the back. Service was great then it's still great now. The ambiance is very nostalgic if you are familiar with the way the restaurant was before to now.

Excellent food, service and decor but the seats/ chairs were not so comfortable when we were there…read more Very worth going back for the food and atmosphere both. Service was first rate and moderate cost for the quality. Very nice clean toilets also so important. Well worth the trip.

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.