Best Cuban Food in Miami: 5 Must-Try Spots for Authentic Flavor
Did you know that besides beaches, sunsets, palm trees, and nightlife, Miami is also Cuban food? Miami is home to the largest Cuban enclave in the United States. This might make the city the best place outside of Cuba to get a Cuban food experience. From Little Havana to South Beach and beyond, Cuban food is everywhere. This guide gives you the 5 best spots for your Cuban food adventure. From Cuban sandwiches to ropa vieja like abuela makes.
We only cover 5 spots in this guide. If you’re planning a trip to Miami or you want to find more spots to have good (Cuban) food in the city. This CityBook is for you. The book offers restaurants, shops, hotels, bars, mapped-out itineraries for 3 and 5-day stays, money-saving tips, and so much more.
Table of Contents
- Sanguich Little Havana
- Doce Provisions
- Versailles Restaurant Cuban Cuisine
- Enriqueta's Sandwich Shop
- Old's Havana Cuban Bar & Cocina
Sanguich Little Havana
💰$10-20
Everyone comes for a superb Cubano Sandwich with pork butt that’s been marinated for a week in garlic and spices and pressed between grilled slices of house-made bread. This is why there’s almost always a line of diners. A perfect alternative for the Cubano Sandwich is the Pan Con Lechon featuring tender shredded pork slathered in garlic-cilantro aïoli. If you want a small bite, try the baton-shaped croquetas.
Doce Provisions
💰$30-50
This is a modern twist on Cuban cuisine. You easily pass by this little restaurant. If you walk in and miss the backdoor, you miss the best of the restaurant. The door leads to a narrow path that gets you to a backyard oasis. This ain’t the place to rush your meal. The menu is filled with Golden chorizo croquetas, crispy lechon asado buns, and tostones with shredded beef. The best way to enjoy this restaurant is to come with a group, order a round of drinks, and see what the night brings.
Versailles Restaurant Cuban Cuisine
💰$10-20
Versailles is Miami’s most famous Cuban restaurant. It’s a meeting point for Cubans and the perfect pit stop for tourists looking for a flaky pastelito or garlicky plate of tasajo. While the food is “ok”, fame and quality rarely go together. It’s the mic of the local Cuban diaspora and the tourists that make this place special. If you stop, don’t forget to order a hot colada.
Enriqueta’s Sandwich Shop
💰$10-20
Situated in Wynwood, this Cuban restaurant serves authentic Cuban breakfast and lunch in a diner-like setting. They’re best known for their Cubano sandwich. Other traditional dishes you can find are ropa vieja and arroz con Pollo. It is the only authentic ventanita in the neighborhood for a cortadito on the go. Most people consider this place as the place with the best Cuban sandwiches in Miami.
Old’s Havana Cuban Bar & Cocina
💰$30-50
Old’s Havana Cuban Bar & Cocina is one of the many restaurants nestled on Calle Ocho. It’s known for its shareable starters, like yucca fries, empanadas, and pork tamales. Don’t forget to try the braised and shredded flank steak dish, ropa vieja served with white rice and plantains. The full-service bar offers refreshing cocktails. It’s the perfect way to end your dinner together with a dessert.
Savor the Best Cuban Food in Miami!
From classic Cuban sandwiches to flavorful ropa vieja, Miami’s Cuban food scene is a must-experience. Want to explore even more authentic spots? Our Miami CityBook has you covered! Get insider tips, top-rated restaurants, and pre-planned itineraries to make the most of your trip.
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