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    Cafe Miami

    4.1 (70 reviews)
    InexpensiveAmerican, Sandwiches
    Open 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Quiet
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Pork torta
    Parker W.

    Jennifer Lopez was a psychiatrist who could enter people's dark recesses of the mind in the terrible film "The Cell." Customers at Cafe Miami can achieve the same feeling of gaining access to one's psyche upon entering the threshold of Cafe Miami. The decor is a visual assault reminiscent of psychedelic mushroom trips during college years at Kent State. The food is a mashup of traditional breakfast and Carribean. The service and food were both excellent. The Cuban sandwich was a better value than pork torta although both were satisfying. The arroz con pollo was a solid dish as well. I am sad I did not get to meet the famous Larry who was previous owner. He sounded "cool as a polar bear in a freezer" as Gucci Mane says.

    Kyle S.

    Another place I would have never visited or known existed without Yelp. A little hard to find and the construction out front doesn't help. The owner actually greeted us at the door welcoming us in. Once in, you're kind of in a different world. I've never seen a diner (its not a cafe) with so much "stuff" in it. We had 2 of the all Americans, extra bacon, 2 cups of coffee and a can of coke. $10.80! And it was good. We'll be back. The address one reviewer listed is incorrect!

    Menu 2/2 - Gyro Items are no longer on the menu
    Rehan W.

    Fantastic food and prices. Owner Larry cooks himself and if you stay close to the kitchen area you will get a great conversation for free! There is on street parking in front during some hours (see signs posted) and there are two parking areas (one off Cypress). http://www.facebook.com/pages/Cafe-Miami/114021831962196

    Not sure why the coco latte defies gravity, but it sure was delicious!
    Holly R.

    Went on a Sunday late morning 7/19 because it was too hot to cook at home and we needed to refuel after a long day a festival the day before. I don't recall much of the menu from the prior owner, but I knew I wanted to come back after reading about the Cuban items. My BF and I split fried sweet plantains with black beans and a generous helping of sour cream. He had the Cubano sandwich (his only critique was that he wishes he had the sauces from Barroco!) and I had the Cuban breakfast with a huge hunk of Cuban bread. I would have finished every last bite of it if it wasn't for the coco latte I ordered. Iced latte made with coconut milk and topped with whipped cream and shredded coconut--a meal in itself. Leftovers saved me from cooking that night, too! Will totally go back. Super friendly waitress and owner-the only thing preventing me from giving it five stars was the wait for the check and change. 4.5***

    Inside looking towards the main window.
    Al D.

    Last week I had the wonderful fortune of finding Cafe Miami via the internet. I would like to confirm what is written in all the previous reviews. My own contribution would be emphasizing the uniqueness, the eclectic ambiance, the 'Larry' persona of friendliness which caught me off guard, the really tasty food, the wondrous art and memorabilia collection which you can feast your eyes on. Two drawbacks: I like my coffee stronger and a more noticeable street sign may be a good idea. My overall rating: a top notch diamond. Will go as often as I can.

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    Jess P.

    Great food! The Cuban sandwiches are the best and I also liked the ham and cheese empanadas. They have a breakfast menu too.

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    Au Jus - Ham, pepperoni, salami, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, mixed olives, capers, Italian dressing, and lemon basil aioli.

    Au Jus

    4.4(96 reviews)
    2.1 mi

    I would have made this 3.5 stars if I could…read more Plusses: Large portions. The large Italian beef was indeed large (I should have ordered the regular; the large is more than any one person should eat) and packed with beef. The portion of fries was big, too. Quick service. Took only a few minutes to get my order. Minuses: While there was a lot of beef, the spicy giardinera was on the skimpy side. Traditionally, that would be piled high and falling off; this was not much and buried inside. The fries were limp; a few seemed not quite cooked through. My first bite into the beef puzzled me. It was mushy. This continued throughout the sandwich. From the pinkish hue of some of the beef, I'm guessing this might be due to being cooked less than I'm used to? In any case, it was disconcerting. And the jus was much plainer than I'm used to, as well. I expected to see flecks of oregano and other spices; this version was darker and seemed to be lacking those. It may be unfair to compare this to my expectations. Maybe, if you're new to Italian beef, you might enjoy this. But if you're looking for a Buona / Mr. Beef / Portillo's experience, you won't find it here.

    Au Jus is a casual eatery that specializes in authentic Chicago-style Italian beef sandwiches. I…read moreheard all about this place on social media. Finally decided to stop in when I was driving by and noticed "open late" sign. AMBIANCE: Simple cafe with minimal decor. White walls and digital menus. Faux marble wrap around bar and a few chairs are available to dine in. All guests were picking up to go orders during my visit. FOOD: The menu is straightforward. It was easy to review it during first visit and make quick decisions. There are multiple categories including Italian beef sandwiches, sausage sandwiches, pressed sandwiches, and sides. I ordered Philly sandwich ($13), fresh cut fries ($4.25), and two Italian beef egg rolls ($5). I ordered Philly sandwich since it's a classic and I felt like it would be the best choice. The meat tasted high quality. Unfortunately, I did not like any dishes. Meat in Philly sandwich was bland and could use more seasoning. It seemed like something was missing - cheese or something like mayo or other ingredients. It was literally bread and meat. The price for the size did not seem like good value. Italian beef egg rolls were dry both exterior shell and meat. The fries were a bit soggy but included a generous portion. I didn't eat much of my meal. Perhaps other menu items are tastier. The cafe has rewards program through Toast. You receive sign up 25 bonus points then 1 point for every $1.25 spent. Although my points did not calculate accurately, less points were provided. SERVICE: I didn't feel especially welcome and was rushed. The service was very quick, order was available in minutes. It was very impressive. This eatery is a good destination if you're craving quickly served sandwiches. It's especially true later in the day or on weekends when most businesses in Parma open early. I didn't find any favorite menu items but you might!

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    Daves Cosmic Subs - Daves at the Zoo!!  Amazing!!

    Daves Cosmic Subs

    3.4(8 reviews)
    1.1 miOld Brooklyn
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    -Limited Menu, Unlimited Taste-…read more I used to go to Dave's Cosmic Subs in Macedonia all the time, in fact, I've probably eaten half the menu there. While at the Cleveland Zoo, I noticed that they have a location in the food court area. The line was long, but moving at a steady pace, so we hopped in line. Sadly, they didn't have the "Super Dave" sub I'm used to getting, but I quickly was able to find an option that suited me. I ordered myself a "Crazy Dave" sub and eagerly waited for my name to be called. It's just as good as I remember, so I wasn't surprised that the line was longer than Pizza Hut and McDonald's lines combined. Their sandwiches are made from seemingly fresher ingredients than most of the food places that the zoo has to offer. It's a bit sloppy (overstuffed with meats, cheeses, and vegetables), so be prepared to ask for napkins. The prices are great for the portion size, I'd say that the price is about the same as other locations (I know some zoo restaurants have inflated pricing). You could get away with splitting a sandwich with a friend, or saving half during your walk of the zoo. By far, this is one of the best places to stop and grab food at the Cleveland Zoo, it's located at the food court next to the indoor seating area. I highly recommend that you try it out if you're looking for a healthier option that tastes fantastic.

    Used to really look forward to getting Dave's at the zoo. The last few times the bread has been…read morestale. The crunchy signature style bread of Dave's has been soft and dry. Really a disappointment.

    Larder Delicatessen and Bakery - Bubbie's brisket with potatoes and coleslaw

    Larder Delicatessen and Bakery

    4.3(206 reviews)
    4.0 miOhio City
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    This is a remarkable place. First and foremost, the food. Jeremy is clearly a genius at pickling…read more We tried pickled everything. It was all amazing. When I walked in, I had to settle for an unbelievably delicious scrapple sandwich because they were temporarily out of pastrami. Scrapple with a handmade, red, cabbage, slaw, onion, marmalade, and cheese. So creative and so delicious. My wife had asparagus and fennel soup. The fennel perfectly cut through the richness of the asparagus. Add to this one of the best potato salads I've ever had and it would've been enough. Until Jeremy came over to the table with some fresh pastrami to taste. I don't know where the best pastrami in America is, but whatever it is it's unlikely to be better than this. This is a place you should not miss.

    Housed in a historic building in Ohio City next to a bevy of other great dining options, I always…read moreend up gravitating toward Larder because it is exceptional and because the owners are just such damn good people. I love supporting what they have going on here, and its no surprise that they've been James Beard nominated multiple times. The rotating menu of sandwiches always deliver. The fried chicken is the staple I like the most, but my husband prefers the pastrami. Those are the two I always recommend newcomers start with. The best sandwich they make, in my opinion, is the fresh & fried tomato sandwich. I watch their Instagram posts like a hawk in August when I know the local tomato crop should be coming in, and then I try to go at least twice while it's on the menu. Sitting outside on a sunny day with fried tomato juice dripping down your chin is a version of my heaven. Don't sleep on the rest of the menu, though, where the pickle selection, house-made sodas and egg creams, and baked goods almost out shine the mains.

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    McAlister's Deli

    McAlister's Deli

    4.4(17 reviews)
    5.4 mi

    This was my first visit to McAlister's in Middleburg Hts. I assumed it was a sit down restaurant…read morewith Servers but it is not. You order food at the counter, online or at the drive thru and they do have indoor seating. The menu consisted of soup, salad, deli sandwiches and spuds (baked potatoes). They offer a "choose 2" option, which is 1/2 soup, salad, sandwich or spud + another half for $10.99. There is an up charge for Premium options that are marked with a red "P". My total was $12.19 including tip for the Choose 2. I tried the 1/2 spud with chili and cheese and 1/2 grilled chicken club sandwich. Food was fresh and came out quickly. Service was Excellent! Nice decor too with big screen TV's and clean restrooms.Highly recommend McAlister's!

    For a chain, the Reuben was not bad, especially for the price ($12.99). The sizeable sandwich came…read morewith plenty of juicy corned beef plus Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and 1000 Island dressing. I did want the sauerkraut to have more tang, and I think the dressing got somewhat lost in the mix, but I still thought it was a tasty sandwich. The $12.99 price tag also came with a pickle and a small side of unremarkable but serviceable potato salad. I was pleased to see that the soda fountain came stocked with Diet Dr. Pepper. I'm accustomed to restaurants only offering diet Coke/Pepsi for zero-sugar soda options. For dessert, I got a slice of the Colossal Carrot Cake, which didn't quite live up to its name, though it was a sizeable slice. The cake was moist, and if you like carrot cake, you'll probably be happy with McAlister's. The staff was friendly, and the restaurant was clean.

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