I visited Havana about 20 years ago. I loved the beans and rice. So, we had to try an authentic…read moreCuban meal. I had their famous chicken, which is roasted in a special gravy sauce. It comes with fried plantains, fingerling potatoes and beans and rice. It was amazing! Chicken was perfect. The beans and rice were delectable. Service was excellent. Inside was a little small, but full of Cuban decor. Wife and son shared a Cuban sandwich. They loved it. The fries were also terrific. Highly recommend!

My first time in Miami, kicking off a birthday week, and the first place we landed after a quick…read moreand predictably rough Spirit Airlines flight from NYC, RIP to whatever dignity that airline has left. Wanted a Cubano sandwich immediately upon arrival, so we came straight to Havana 1957. This spot has been recreating 1950s Havana since 2010, right down to the vintage memorabilia and the whole "Un Dia En La Habana" concept, and it's since grown into a small chain across Miami and even Vegas. The Ocean Drive location does it right: great service, very friendly and fast, food that was amazing across the board. Loved my first taste of a traditional, genuine Cuban sandwich, ham, roast pork, Swiss, pickles, mustard, all pressed together and served with a mountain of shoestring fries, as close to the source as I could ask for stateside. Ordered a rum and coke and they hand it to you in a genuinely giant glass, perfect for getting the party started, even though it was a random Monday afternoon. Vibes and atmosphere were immaculate the whole visit. Great first stop in Miami, and a great way to kick off the week that followed.

Paperfjsh is located on an adorable, closed off street in the heart of South Beach. Service was…read morefriendly and the happy hour menu had a nice selection of drinks and food. The standouts were the sashimi which was delicious and buttery, the crispy rice rolls, the paperfish roll and the miso cod lettuce wraps which were five pieces in appetizer version. I've had Nobu's miso cod and this was just as good, if not better for a fraction of the price. This is a solid choice in Miami with standout sushi.

Better of the options in south beach since it is not cliche of a place for the tourists visiting…read morethe area. They need to be a good sushi place to survive in this area but again like most places in the area charge 20% gratuity. This makes employees feel entitled and lose motivation to give good service. These are subsidies for the company to pay employees. The ambiance is actually good for this area. I would give 5 stars if the prices were more reasonable or if they actually had spectacular food. In any other city this would be decent sushi at half the price.

Food was amazing. Lovely outdoor seating…read more Waitstaff was super friendly. Great experience.

The place is very nice, but no parking, you have to be luck or pay valet (on a Wednesday was $35…read morefor 4h - no, less time will no cost less money). Server was friendly and helpful. Talking about food. Sangrias were good (we had white and red) Meatballs were just okay. Croquetas were delicious, I had to order 2. Paella was okay, but we couldn't finish, nothing especial. Steak was amazing, best steak I had in a long time, it melted in my mouth!!

CANNOT RECOMMEND ENOUGH!…read more Dined on a Wednesday night with reservations, place was full by 8 PM. From the moment you walk in the staff are nothing but welcoming and kind. The small space has such a cozy charm that makes you feel like you're dining in the heart of Italy. Our server Mirko gave us time to review the menu and made sure to answer any questions we had. He was very friendly and attentive without overly hovering, and made sure everything arrived while it was still hot from the kitchen. The food was SPECTACULAR! A meal I will certainly never forget. The "Fiocchetti Pere & Parmigiano" was sweet but had a bite from the black sesame; I've never had anything like it. And the tiramisu was delectable without being too overly sweet. Even the wine was delicious! Can't wait to visit again.

Went in expecting just another fancy Miami Beach tourist trap, but got the coziest dinner date with…read morethe cutest decor. All the staff was amazing and helpful, but our waited Pedro truly made the experience. We started off with the Bruschetta Crostini, which was amazing as someone who loves truffle, and the Mozzarella Fritta. Both were amazing but what really blew us away was the Tonnarelli alla Ruota, which was served table side in a parmesan wheel, and the Agnolotti Piemontesi. They even brought out a Tiramisu for my birthday which I thought was insanely thoughtful. As long as this restaurant remains open they will ALWAYS have us as a customer!

In Miami Beach, a trip isn't complete without a piping hot Cuban meal!…read more Palomilla Steak This is it on the oval plate! It's a classic Cuban thinly sliced ​​steak, marinated in a special mojo sauce and seared to perfection. The generous topping of roasted onions is the soul of the dish; be sure to eat it with the steak--the savory, tender flavor is incredibly satisfying! Seafood Lobster This steaming hot dish is a seafood feast! Its vibrant color is immediately appealing. It's packed with ingredients: large shrimp, sweet clams, and plump mussels. The rice absorbs the seafood's umami flavor, turning an enticing golden color. Before eating, remember to squeeze on the caramelized roasted lemon juice; the lemon's tang instantly elevates the dish's freshness, making every bite a taste of the island!

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.

food and drinks were awesome and Roberto was a great server! you must get the jalapeno margs and…read morethe nachos!

My husband and I stopped here randomly when walking in Miami and trying to find a meal- we were…read moresuper glad we did! We sat in the outside area which was great. Service was good despite not being in the main part of the restaurant. The outside area was cute and vibey. I am gluten free, and our server was knowledgable on what I can/can't have - Mexican food is often easy. The food was delicious and fresh (photos attached)!! Fun fact, right after this meal- my husband and I (happily) found out we were pregnant. Our meal made the news that much better since we were full and satisfied! :D

This place SLAMMMIN! The fish was really fresh, tasted super fresh and clean and of course…read moreauthentic. Nice chill atmosphere. The service was friendly and efficient. Arrel KILLED it!!! Super friendly chef and super amazing guy... Definitely one of the best Omakases in town! Price great, space amazing, staff great! Will be back!

We've done several fine dinning establishments in miami and the food and service except for two…read moreplaces where great. However, our favorite has been sushi bar with the omakase menu. The ambience is secluded and warm without losing its chic feeling. The two chefs had a great personality and we had great conversations. The food was absolutely amazing. Each course had a completely distinct flavor profile and played off one another very well. None where so over powering that it made the other seem bland. Extremely well balanced with amazing flavors. For a nice night out. Stay at the beach for the weekend, take an uber to the restaurant, immerse yourself for an hour or so of culinary delight, and let the outside world melt away in the experience.

Wow! I can't wait for the next time I can come back! The food was incredible! Each roll had fresh…read morefish and so much flavor. The servers were very kind and attentive. Had a great time in!

Pretty little restaurant with some exterior seating. Staff was friendly and very welcoming. Food…read morewas good but nothing out of the world. If you're in Miami Beach and want sushi I'd definitely say this is a good spot to pass by and get a fun seating experience to feel like you are in Japan. If you don't like sushi they also have a variety of other options on the menu including Udon, Ramen, and a couple other choices. I'd definitely come back to have more of the moshi moshi roll, that was the bite of the night