I love this place. Every time I come here it reminds me of home. If you want to feel like you back…read morein DR this is the place to be.

Wife had a itch for Dominican food and we decided to stop by El Conuquito which was in the area. We…read morearrived around 7pm and parking was relatively easy as they have their own lot. The tables are outside but covered. As should be expected Latin music is playing all through out the place and at just that right volume level where you have to talk just a little bit louder and using your hands. The restaurant was lively and had a good amount of people. We ordered the Mangu and the Locrio de Cerdo amongst other things. Everything was really good. Food took awhile to come out but heard they had one person in the kitchen. But good company and good music makes the wait better. Overall it was a good place and it definitely gives off local spot vibes. Recommend if you are looking for some good Dominican food and vibes.

Came here to pick up something to eat at the beach. We walked in and ordered takeout. The staff was…read moregreat and it didn't take long to get our food. I ordered a cafe con leche, a Cuban sandwich and a Media Noche sandwich. Everything was delicious. Especially the media noche sandwich. I've had plenty of media noches in my life, but never as good as this one. Not sure what kind of bread they use for their media noche, but it was so soft, just the perfect amount of sweetness. The Cuban sandwich of course was good, but tasted similar to others I've had. I can definitely see myself returning next time we're in the area.

Puerto Sagua is an absolute Miami Beach classic! I've been here so many times that I've lost count,…read morebut I keep coming back for one thing: the oxtail stew! It is hands down my favorite. I've never had anything quite like it, except maybe in Caribbean Costa Rica, and there is something so special about the way they make it here. It is literally my first stop every time I visit Miami Beach. I genuinely crave it! And then there's the quatro leches cake. INSANELY good. You will absolutely finish it. I recently tried their iced Cuban coffee with sugar and milk, and it was such a delicious addition. The passion fruit juice is also fantastic. I finally tried the grilled lobster plate, and WOW, it did not disappoint. Honestly, you might need to walk around the block a few times afterward because everything is just THAT good, and you're going to finish every last bite. Puerto Sagua has been serving Miami Beach since 1968, and it is still standing strong, serving incredible Cuban food with so much character and history. Great service and love the open restaurant ambiance diner feel. If you're visiting Miami Beach, DO NOT skip this place. Come hungry and get a taste of this iconic Cuban American restaurant. And whatever you do, GET THE OXTAIL STEW!

It doesn't get more authentic than this. A neighborhood spot in Allapattah that never disappoints…read moreyou just drop in get in line cafeteria style and pick out your food. Everything is extremely tasty you won't be disappointed.

The chicken is the best thing on the menu! The chicken with tostones or French fries should be the…read moreonly thing you order. They do take a while as they do fifty the fries or the tostones as you're there. I also tried their tres leches which was surprisingly very good. If you're craving some Dominican pica pollo I recommend.

To dance this place is great! I went for a weekend event they had and it was fun…read more Their service and food however is lacking. When we arrived I am not sure if the restaurant wasn't open or not, but the lady was all the way on the back and we didn't even know where to sit. She took a while to tell us to sit down. The food came out quickly but it was just ok. It was lacking a bit of flavor or salt. I will come back, but just to dance not eat.

I had to remove my old review because it needed an adjustment…read more I used to come here every Sunday about 5-6 years ago. It was always packed and a blast. The food was good. But service is very slow, you have to wait a long time for what you order and have to get lucky to catch your waitress. Very loud but lots of ambiance. At 11pm the DJ announced all children to get out:) and then the dance floor was popping until late night hours. They play a variety of latin music, also salsa etc. so not only the Dominican stuff We had a blast but you have to come on Sundays as their other days were just a regular restaurant and Sunday it's a club. Not sure how it is nowadays but I miss the good old days at tipico!

El Otro Tiesto is always a great choice for authentic Dominican flavors! The location is great, and…read moreI really love the updates they've made to the seating and decor; it gives the restaurant a fresh, welcoming feel. The food is consistently good and definitely hits the spot when you're craving Dominican food. It's a great place for a night out, but it's also family-friendly and perfect for a relaxed dinner with the family. Great food, great atmosphere, and that comforting taste of home!

There were El Tiesto locations closer to me, but my friends insisted the Miami one was more of a…read morevibe and I'm glad I listened! First things first, the DJ was ON POINT didn't stay on one genre too long, just kept the energy flowing perfectly. It was a rainy Sunday so it wasn't as packed or hype as we expected, but honestly? Even if it was just us and the DJ, it still would've been a whole party. The inside has a dark, moody vibe with cute spots for pics, definitely a vibe. Parking was $11 in a small lot right outside, which wasn't bad. Now let's get into the important part... the FOOD & DRINKS whew!! I had a passion fruit mojito and a passion fruit margarita, both were SO good. Like... real good LOL! The wings were flavorful, and we also had fried tostones topped with shrimp in this sweet sauce that paired perfectly with the savory. SO GOOD. I also tried two different sushi rolls with steak, and babyyy... every bite had me like "hmmmmm" no exaggeration at all. They offer both a brunch menu and a regular menu, and everything is displayed on tablets which was super vibrant and easy to browse. I don't love driving all the way to Miami, but for these vibes, the music, and the food? I'd definitely make the trip again. Good food, good drinks, good music, good vibes. We had an amazing time!

If you're in Miami and your soul's craving something loud, alive, and unapologetically Latin, go to…read moreBolivar. The place hums with color and chaos in the best way possible. Music spills out onto the sidewalk, the staff greets you like long-lost cousins, and the Colombian food? It punches above its weight. Ceviche that snaps with citrus and heat. Lomo Saltado with just the right grease-to-glory ratio. And the empanadas? A glorious mountain of meat and carbs that could cure heartbreak or hangovers, maybe both. Make sure you get Catalina, she'll make you feel very welcomed.

Amazing place, plain and simple. This is a Colombian-rooted restaurant bar lounge on Washington Ave…read morein South Beach, named after Simón Bolívar, with a menu that leans into Colombian, Peruvian, and Venezuelan fusion. The food was okay at best, honestly probably the weakest part of the whole experience. But that's not really why you go. The live music, the open dance floor, the whole vibe and atmosphere here is top notch. Came here for my birthday week and had such a fun, amazing time. We were thoroughly engaged with the band the whole night, they even handed us instruments to play along with at one point, which is not something that happens at most restaurants. Service was great, and the staff genuinely seemed to be having as much fun with us as we were having with them. Come for the party, not the plate, and you'll leave happy.

Katty is amazing her hospitality is excellent, when you come in, she receives you with so much love…read moreyou feel like you are at home. Food was exceptional. I would 100% recommend this restaurant to anybody that wants to try great food and great customer service. I will definitely be back.

We ended up at El Mangu for breakfast after striking out at a Cuban bakery that wasn't set up for…read moredining in--and it turned out to be the better move. From the start, the welcome was warm and genuine, with prompt, attentive service. The space itself is simple and cozy--no unnecessary frills, just what you need, which fits the experience perfectly. We ordered the cuatro golpes, and it delivered. As a Boricua who's spent plenty of time around Dominican food, I can say this felt authentic--like sitting in a friend's kitchen rather than a restaurant. That's not something you come across often. Before leaving, I took a look at the board with their lunch and dinner offerings--chivo, oxtail, red snapper, sancocho. That alone was enough to guarantee I'll be back next time I'm in Miami.

This is located in the heart of little Havana. It's on a corner of the street which makes for great…read morepeople watching. It has a bunch of chairs outside with some fans blowing. They have such cute drinks! I just got pineapple juice but my friends got their coconut drink and mojito and said it was to die for! They give you these plantain chips to snack on and they are so good! It's got a sweet, salty, and crunchy chip texture to it. For an appetizer, we got a sampler which had ropa vieja, plantains, empanadas, shredded pork, and some large fried potatoes. I loved that so you get to try a little bit of everything. The ropa vieja tasted just like grandmas. They use ropa vieja as the filling in the empanadas. The fried potato's was steak fry cut style. It was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Just how a perfect fry should taste! Everyone really liked the vaca frita! I think that's a must try! It's shredded beef marinated in this delicious citrus marinate. They fry it afterwards so it's pull apart, melt in your mount soft, with a nice crispy crunch to it. I think this is a must get dish. The desserts were delicious too! The flan was perfectly soft and creamy. The tres leches was delicious as well. This is a great place to have some good Cuban and enjoy a beautiful night out in Miami!

Good for cuban food but takes advantage of being in a tourist trap area. Overpriced automatically…read morecharges 20% gratuity and all the available surcharges legally possible. Service is ok waitress was friendly but doing their job for the company to max out their profits. Ambiance is what you expect of all the south beach locations seemingly an extension of Havana if you been there. I would rank as 4 stars for the food but downgrade because they added a lot of random stuff to the menu just to get those who dont know real cuban food to eat there such as burgers and pasta lol. It would get 5 stars if they were authentic trying to offer strictly cuban only and reasonably priced. Because they take advantage of tourist and are here just for the money I lowered it to 3.

Service was great! Sofi did a great job accommodating us and making sure we didn't need anythingread more

Garden House has such good colombian food!! I got a cortadito and the colombian breakfast. I had…read morenever had a Colombian breakfast before but everything listed sounded good, so I tried it out. It was so good. It came with rice and beans, eggs (i got them sunny side up), chorizo, avocado. I loved it, it was flavorful and delicious. The service was great, and the outside was very cute. They had fans set up so you could get a respite from the Miami heat.

Oh my oh my....these folks make an excellent Cubano, cordita strong Cuban coffee and a pork and…read moreplantain empanada. I was in the neighborhood to get a badly needed haircut while visiting from the Bay Area for work and next door on the corner on an otherwise unassuming street is this solid legit Cuban sammie and coffee place. Locals galore sitting outside sipping strong Cuban coffee and eating Sammie's and empanadas. Who am I to argue with the locals. They definitely steered me right on this one. The Cubano was stuffed with moist roasted pork and ham with pickles and melted cheese. The spicy garlicky green sauce that comes with it could make an old shoe delicious ! The coffee was spot on and that roasted pork and plantain empanada also hit the proverbial spot. All in with tax and tip for $25 I was stuffed full and now remarkably fluent in Spanish ! Esta bien Las Olas Cafe ! Muy muy deliciosa !

I was visiting Miami for less than 24 hours, and I made it my mission to try a Cubano sandwich on…read moremy trip. I did some research, and Las Olas Cafe came up in multiple recommendations. Located a couple of blocks off a major road (Washington Ave.), Las Olas Cafe felt like a hole-in-the wall neighborhood joint - a team of off-duty police officers were enjoying their dinner inside the restaurant, and families were eagerly lined up at the to-go window outside the restaurant. As I waited in line to order, I perused the menu, which included breakfast items, coffee, and a variety of sandwiches. Even though there were only a couple of customers ahead of me in line, each meal was made-to-order before the next order was taken. This meant that the staff prepared about half a dozen coffees, a couple of smoothies, and several meals before it was my turn to order. When I finally placed my order for a Cubano sandwich, I waited about 20 minutes for my food to be prepared. My sandwich was served piping hot, and I eagerly took my food to go so I could enjoy it at the beach nearby. Despite the wait (about an hour from the time I arrived at the cafe despite the short line), my food was delicious. The sandwich was stuffed with crispy shredded pork and ham, and a generous amount of mustard, melted cheese, and pickles pulled it all together.