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1654 Meridian Ave., Miami 33139
305-672-8707

David's Cafe II

Feeding celebs like Gloria Estefan, J-Lo, and Ricky Martin isn't out of the norm for this 24-hour Cuban eatery. Everybody goes here, whether getting started with huevos and a strong cafe con leche ... read more

644 6th St., Miami 33139
305-534-9333

Las Olas Cafe

Cubanos gather 'round the takeout window in the morning for good conversación and the most potent cafe con leche in the area. Lunch is the big draw. Everyone from businessmen to locals to to... read more

6970 Collins Ave., Miami
305-864-1509

Las Vegas Cuban Cuisine

Just why this Cuban restaurant with seemingly a million locations all over South Florida is called Las Vegas is anyone's guess. It's not even to say they offer splashy cocktails or stripping waitre... read more

601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami 33132
786-777-2100

Bongos Cuban Café

An enormous pineapple rises from the roof—a beacon of light and a symbol of hope for seekers of concentrated Miami pulp. Gloria Estefan is the owner of this Technicolor restaurant and nightclub, wh... read more

4612 S. Le Jeune Rd., Miami 33146
305-661-2622

Havana Harry's

Havana Harry's goes one better with white tablecloths and elegant tropical decor. There are some Nuevo Latino touches, but for the most part it's the freshest, cleanest Cuban food in town. Maybe th... read more

3555 SW Eighth St., Miami 33135
305-444-0240

Versailles

You haven't experienced Cuban Miami until you go here. Don't pronounce it like the French. Call it ver-sai-yes. The heartbeat of the city—the place where aging Cuban stage divas, politicos, kids in... read more

1510 SW Eighth St., Miami 33135
305-643-0227

Exquisito

No-frills eatery as authentic as any place you'll find in Miami. Waitresses will call you mi amorcito (my little love) and coax you to finish everything on your plate. If you want a hardcore Cuban ... read more

401 Biscayne Blvd., Miami 33132
305-381-7774

Latin American Cafe

A local chain with reliable and cheap Cuban standards, this is Miami's answer to the American diner. Start the morning with sweet cafe con leche and toasted Cuban bread slathered in butter. For lun... read more

12 Crandon Blvd., Miami 33149
305-365-1177

La Carreta at Key Biscayne

The Cuban food thing sans dark patchwork of Miami's comida cubana across the causeway. Find here your basic ropa vieja con arroz y maduros. Rice, beans, meat and plantains from this reliable Miami ... read more

1548 SW Eighth St., Miami
305-642-9942

El Pub

One of the oldest Cuban joints on the strip. The black beans are among Miami's finest and the rest of the criollo (countr-style) menu is equally good when you're absolutely famished. Topnotch café ... read more

1177 SW Eighth St., Miami
305-858-4223

El Rey De Las Fritas

Name of the place translates as King of the Fritas. Never heard of a frita? It's an onl-in-Miami mystery sandwich that many call a Cuban hamburger, except it's spicier and glows sort of orange. Top... read more

3632 SW Eighth St., Miami 33135
305-444-7501

La Carreta

Order a medianoche, or midnight sandwich: ham, roast pork, Swiss cheese, mustard and pickles on a soft, sweet egg bread, just a tad toasted on a sandwich press. This place and its sister Versailles... read more

700 Collins Ave., Miami 33139
305-673-1115

Puerto Sagua Restaurant

Fun, vibrant, always full, classic Miami Cuban restaurant with satisfying meals at good prices. The staff are friendly and the plantains are plentiful. Be prepared to wait 5-15 minutes for a table.... read more

1626 Pennsylvania Ave., Miami 33139
305-673-0480

El Rancho Grande

One of the best Mexican restaurants in South Beach. The dishes are large, authentic, and affordable, and you never have to wait more than 5-10 minutes for a seat. Very family-friendly and right off... read more