I wish I could give a million stars!…read more Toro is located inside the Le Meridien hotel in Dania Beach. You have to go in the parking lot and get a ticket, but the restaurant will validate it. It has its own entrance from the parking lot. Right when you walk in, it feels very nice and upscale. My husband and I came for a happy hour experience, and tried just about everything. All of it was incredible! The guac was served with a mixture of plantain chips and tortilla chips, which I loved. The corn empanadas were surprisingly a little spicy, but delicious. The mac and cheese came in a skillet with tajin breadcrumbs, and was super creamy and delicious. The elote was probably my favorite. You can't beat truffle! I also especially loved the yuca that came with the beef. The drinks were super strong. After about a drink and a half (the hibiscus margarita and the Mexican mojito), I found myself needing to probably cut myself off. We sat at the bar, and the server who helped us was really nice. If you're looking for a nicer and more upscale happy hour experience, this is it. It's a great night out with amazing food. Highly highly highly recommended!

Came here with the husband on a date night last night. Located in the meridien hotel this…read morerestaurant is very hidden. But I liked that about it. A hidden gem. We came with our own bottle of wine which they were very nice to waive the corking fee. We ordered the skirt steak, ceviche and Cobb salad. The food was delicious. Small portions but very good. No complaints on the food at all. Basic but still good. Our service was not good at all. The waitress was very rude unfortunately. However we still enjoyed our time and happy we came out.

Excellent food and service every time we visit. Definitely one of our favorites to go to. So many…read moredifferent menu food options to choose from

I cannot say enough about how incredible El Tamarindo café is. We walked here from our hotel on a…read morehot day before embarking on a cruise. We were looking for somewhere to get a very satisfying dinner at a slightly early bird time. We were the first people in the restaurant for dinner and we wondered if the empty place held any bearing on the quality of food. Let me tell you... This was one of the best meals I've ever had while traveling. We were shocked and amazed at the large portions and the incredible flavor. We try to eat high-protein, and that was no problem here. We kept telling the staff to give our compliments to the chef. We had a few drinks, we had a really great long meal, and as we were packing up, more people were flowing in. We had leftovers, but since we were traveling, we couldn't take them with us, so we decided to sit tight until we had finished as much as we could. Worth it!

The food was amazing! Such a big portion I made three meals out of it. Can't wait to go back and…read moretry the lunch menu, which I am sure is as good as the brunch.

We stopped here before heading to the theater, and it's always a reliable choice. We parked in the…read morerestaurant's lot, which was an additional $20, but it was well worth it for the convenience. A friend and I split the shrimp skewers and a delicious salad, and it turned out to be just the right amount of food. The restaurant is within walking distance of the theater, making it a great pre-show option. Our waitress seemed a bit overwhelmed at first because she was juggling several tables, but things eventually settled down and the service improved. Overall, this is a dependable spot before a show. Just be sure to make a reservation, especially on theater nights! I know why they stay in business because they have good food and have a great location. You know what they say -Location, location, location!

I stopped by Mama's Latin Cafe for a quick bite to break up my day and really loved it. The…read moreatmosphere was cozy and refreshing, especially in a time where every place feels overly "aesthetic." This spot felt original and welcoming exactly as it is. No fuss, just good energy. The cafecito was amazing, and I loved that she stirred it at the table, right before pouring it into the little cup. The ham croquetas were EXACTLY how I like them: flavorful, crispy, and not bland or greasy at all. I also got a guava y queso pastelito and it was delicious too. I honestly didn't even really look through the rest of the menu, but I loved the place and will definitely be back to try more quick bites every time I'm in the area.

This place was really nice. Great service. But I felt the portions were a bit small. It's a very…read morecute place mom and pop. I ordered the ropa vieja with rice, beans and salad tomato and lettuce. My son had the soup. I might try this place for the sandwiches.

Great meats, sausages, Russian salad and bread. Nice atmosphere and good selection of beers & winesread more

Absolutely delicious, I stumbled upon this place with my wife and decided to order some food for…read morepick-up. The food was ready at exactly the time it told us it was going to be, and when I picked it up, I knew it was going to be well worth the price of it! The staff was super friendly from the few moments we were inside to grab the food and while I was waiting, I got to enjoy how nice and clean the location was! There was nice decorations on the wall and I couldn't find a single crumb anywhere! The staff was also friendly and told us where to go to grab the food we ordered. I decided to get the skirt steak and it was cooked to perfection. I will say the chimichurri sauce was a little underwhelming as it didn't have my flavor and only tasted like oil to me, so I didn't use it. The steak was flavorful and the portion was more then reasonable for the price! The rice was also very well done as well, cooked perfectly! I will for sure be coming here again in the future to try more of their food they have to offer and grab a couple drinks!

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.

Stopped in with a friend for a late lunch, and it was a really great time. We each ordered…read morehorchata to drink, which tasted great, and had some good food to boot. I think we both had the same thing, baleadas with eggs, and it was nice and toasty. On top of that, also ordered a pupusa that was quite tasty. Ambiance was really great as well, and staff was very friendly. Everything came pretty quickly, and it all tasted good.

Me giving this place a 2-star review is honestly me being nice. The service was horrible…read more We walked in and the restaurant was nearly empty. We were told to sit anywhere, which was fine, but then we ordered 2 waters and a passion fruit margarita and waited almost 30 minutes just to get them. On top of that, the drink order was wrong. She served us what tasted like salty mango juice -- and I say "juice" because there was absolutely no alcohol in it. Then we ordered a simple meal: a few chicken tacos, pork tacos, and an order of chicharrón. Somehow that still took 30-45 minutes, and the order was missing items when it finally arrived. That's crazy for an order of 4 chicken tacos and 4 pork tacos. The tacos honestly weren't even that good either. The only thing that was actually good was the chicharrón. People always say "good food takes time," and sure, that's understandable when a restaurant is busy. But this place wasn't even halfway full. There were plenty of open tables inside and outside, so the wait made no sense -- especially considering the food wasn't worth it.

I was looking for an authentic Cuban sandwich and this is where Yelp suggested I go. Thankfully I…read morefound my way and I am so happy about it. Parking in the warehouse area was quite difficult but luckily I found a space. Once inside, the place was quite small but there is an additional dining room to the right. My husband and I sat at the sandwich bar area because the air conditioner was blowing cold. The ladies behind the counter took our order and although the food took a while, we did notice that they were packing up a large take out order and there were other dine in orders ahead of our which we didn't mind because we were in no hurry. Beverages are located in a cold storage cabinet but they also have traditional cuban coffee drinks and a fresh juicing machine of OJ. There were also some fresh baked goods on the bar area. Our sandwiches were served in a plastic basket with no included side but they had a few reasonable options. The Cuban sandwiches were packed full of pork, ham and cheese. They have a special garlic sauce that I used for some extra flavor which was also used on their plated dishes and the daily special. The food was fresh and so delicious and very good value for the large portion size.

I'm so glad I followed my fellow Yelpers' advice and tried this place. It's a small, well-kept gem…read moretucked into an unassuming location. From the outside, it doesn't look like much, but once you walk in, wow. The ladies working here are incredibly welcoming and immediately make you feel comfortable. There are only two tables and a bar, but somehow it didn't feel cramped. We ordered the café con leche, the chicken sandwich, and the grilled chicken plate with rice, beans, and sweet plantains. The sandwich is huge and really flavorful. Definitely add the cilantro sauce. It takes it to another level. The standout for me was the sweet plantains. Hands down the best I've had since I was a kid in the Philippines. Absolute must try. Overall, an excellent experience.

My first experience with Luka was a takeout order during their buy-one-get-one-free promotion. I…read moreordered the Paisa Bowl, and it was honestly amazing. The portion was generous, everything tasted fresh, and all the flavors worked really well together. I also had their lemonade, which was refreshing and tasted natural--not overly sweet or artificial. The food was so good that I decided to return with my family and dine at the restaurant. Everyone really enjoyed their meals. The service was attentive, and the staff took good care of us. There were only two small issues during our dine-in visit. My Paisa Bowl seemed to have much less steak than my takeout order--probably only three or four strips. Also, my brother ordered his steak medium-rare, but it arrived extremely well-done. Thankfully, the staff handled it well and replaced it without any problem, which we appreciated. Despite those details, we had a very good experience. The food has so much flavor, tastes fresh, and is definitely worth coming back for. We'll be returning!

I went there with my parents and my 2 daughters for my birthday lunch yesterday, and I was very…read moredisappointed at the food. We got a picada, punta gorda, 2 soups, and a couple of lemonades. Unfortunately, the beef in the picada was extremely chewy so we couldn't eat it (my dogs enjoyed it at home). La punta gorda had zero flavor. Las papas criollas were dripping oil when bit. I am only giving a 3 star because of the service. The waiters were nice and attentive, and the host was super sweet to my girls. I think this place is good for breakfast. I've heard they have the best coffee, just not for lunch.

great food great vibe and great staff. I highly recommend this place. Rodrigo is fantastic. saw…read morethis place as I was driving to the beach and it immediately caught my eye

Came back to bring some friends, and everyone agreed this was the best meal of the night! This…read moreplace definitely isn't a hidden gem anymore--it was packed. There was a large party that seemed to cause major delays, and we ended up waiting about an hour for our food. Thankfully, the drinks were strong, so we had a great time catching up while we waited. We started with the guacamole, which was incredibly fresh and addictive. I ordered the Fresh Herbs Swai, and although they were out of the coconut rice, the dish was still flavorful and delicious. We also tried the Cuban 4 Leches cake and flan, and both were pretty good. Despite the long wait, this remains one of my favorite low-key spots. The food never disappoints, and I plan to return whenever I'm in the area.