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    Chug's Diner

    3.9 (663 reviews)
    ModerateCuban, Diners, Caribbean
    Open 7:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Bao Con Croqueta
    Indiana L.

    I've been wanting to try this place due to the hype and let me tell you, I understand it. It truly is that good. The service was great and the food was delicious. It's not your typical Cuban dishes as I initially anticipated but it's their twist on staple dishes and drinks. We were also pleasantly surprised that it was happy hour when we arrived. To drink, I tried the Vanilla Carajillo, which is their take on espresso martini, and it was delicious. I'm not much of a coffee drinker but I enjoyed this drink. Between 6-7 pm, they have 99 cents martini. I ordered one and it was very strong, dirty and delicious. To eat, we tried a few dishes. We first started with Beltran's Bacon. It was the best thickest bacon I have tried. We also ordered the Bao con Croqueta and it was delicious. This twist to bao buns was very interesting but the flavors worked very well together. As the main entree, I had the Plantain Crusted Snapper and it was so tasty. It came with a lot of mojo onions, which I enjoyed. The snapper was cooked to perfection. As a dessert, we tried the Arroz con Leche Blintz and it was so tasty. I've never had anything like this and I loved it. The best way to describe it like a rice pudding in a crepe with fruits on top. I would definitely return to this establishment again and either order different dishes or repeating the ones I tried already because they were that good. The service was amazing as the ladies kept checking in on us. We did have to ask them to replace a cup as there was something in it and they immediately did it. We were there talking for a few hours and not once did we feel rushed. They also provided some amazing suggestions from the menu and I'm glad we listened to them because everything was delicious. I absolutely love when the hype is real for places like Chug's Diner.

    Iced café con leche
    Emma F.

    If you're walking through Coconut Grove and feel like a sweet coffee treat, the iced café con leche is delicious! You can stop in, order at the counter, and take it on your walk. Or, you can stop and pick one up on your way to the beach! We also love the cozy diner feel of Chug's in the bustling area.

    99 cent happy hr martini and their flan
    Sarah P.

    Still a five star from me. Their flan is the BEST!! Words fail me to sum up to do it justice. But I will throw some descriptive words out there, for you to get the vibe - Smooth, decadent, luxurious, heavenly, naughty, silky, authentic, addictive (you get the picture?) .....If you go to Chugs and happen to be lucky enough to sample one, please hit me up and let me know YOUR verdict. Also, I sampled their 99 cent happy hour martinis. You have to purchase a food item for this speciality. Not my fever with regards to taste, but if you want to get a buzz on, and start a drunken night, I recommend!

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    Ronald M.

    Had an amazing experience at Chug's Diner in Coconut Grove. The food was packed with flavor and perfectly captured that Cuban-American comfort food vibe Miami is known for. Everything tasted fresh, from the pastries and croquetas to the main dishes, and you can tell a lot of care goes into every plate. The atmosphere was lively, welcoming, and had the perfect mix of neighborhood diner charm and modern Miami energy. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made the experience even better. Whether you're stopping in for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, this is one of those spots that keeps you thinking about your meal long after you leave. Definitely worth the visit and I'll be back again soon.

    Ariel W.

    If you are looking for an iconic Coconut Grove restaurant, I present to you Chug's Diner, a critically acclaimed Cuban-American diner founded by Chef Michael Beltran. It first opened in 2019 as a pop up before expanding into a full-service, 70-seat restaurant in September 2021. Chug's is known for its Michelin Bib Gourmand status highlighting restaurants that offer high-quality, delicious food at a great value Chug's menu fuses traditional American diner fare with the flavors of Cuba. I decided to grab lunch after the King Mango Strut Parade. I found seating at the counter but they have comfy looking booths, tables, and outside patio seating too. The menu is broken into sections for brunch, croquetas, pastelitos, snacks/picadera, salad and platters, entrees, sides, and handhelds. A counter in the restaurant sells breakfast sandwiches, pastries, coffee, and beverages to take out customers. I ordered the Diner Burger with lettuce, pickles, Chug's sauce, and American Cheese along with a side of fries. It was a large and satisfying portion of food. I especially appreciated the friendly and caring employees. My server made sure I had plenty of water before my meal came which I really appreciated since I suffering the effects of the heat from the parade. Nothing says Miami more than Cuban cuisine. I think you will be pleasantly surprised by the twist Chug's puts on it.

    Tami C.

    "Tami in Miami" brunch series review! Who doesn't love brunch? Perfect cheat day indulgence with your special friends & loved ones. Today we tried Chug's in Coconut Grove, and SO glad we did! Yep, It's a wait and parking was a b*tch, but we finally lucked out after a few passbys with a great space out front. No RSVP for brunch, so we got on wait list and strolled around the beautiful grove. All good! After about 25 mins, we got a table. Place is comfy & cute, lively. Floors are cement, upscale "diner-esque." Staff is great, menu selections unique and amazing! Don't be shy about asking for recommendations or looking at Yelp photos. WOW!! We got the famous HUGE-mongous pancake, the likes of which I've not seen. Like an actual CAKE size, and we added banana slices & chocolate. It's the perfect moist, yet still fluffy texture, baked like top/outer, sitting in a pool of delicious syrup and yet, not soggy?! SCORE-great choice!! We Could not finish it together. I also tried the chocolate shake and fries--worth it! It's for dipping the perfect light crispy bistro fries in thick chocolate shake. Yaaaassss-brunch nirvana. Hubby got a meal and Americano coffee, pictured here. He loved it, minus the eggs which he said were not cooked over easy to his liking. Oh, well. Not my eating experience, so I can't comment. *Pet peeve: I never like a $4 ice tea that doesn't come with complimentary refills, AND it was small. I also knew enough to ask, so as not an unpleasant surprise afterwards!! Ugh, really? Just charge an extra dollar or two guys and give refills!! Minus 1 star If you want a delicious, fun and fantastic brunch experience, check out Chugs diner! Thanks for following me, Happy 2026!!

    Jonathan T.

    Location is very well taken care of and decorated in a very welcoming lighthearted fashion. The food was great to good. Not everything was at the same level, pancake was insanely good, tried the 50/50 croqueta and the lechon hash. Both were very good but were not anything that would blow your mind away. The reason why this is a 3 and not a 4 is simple. The service. We were sat down. Handed waters. And had other tables sat down and tended to before we were asked if we wanted to order drinks. This amongst the couple of missed requests on the order is the only reason it's getting knocked down a peg. I'd definitely be open to come back and try more

    Clara A.

    I only had croquetas. And they were okay. This is a half review because we were there for 30 minutes. The decor is super cute although it's a little dark. I will be back to taste it and judge more.

    Martha C.

    The good part - the food was very good. I get why they had the Michelen nod. The iron pancake was a carb of sweet and savory goodness with the salted butter and syrup. The latkes were crispy outside and soft inside and on point with the seasoning. The breakfast sandwich was a winner. The breakfast burrito was solid with great sauce. (TBH The regular breakfast plate was meh but tasty). I would want to try more things on the menu BUT: The what is going on here part - service is not good. As in we had to physically leave our seats to get water several times. And check on our coffee order multiple times. (It came AFTER our meal was done and five reminders). And retrieve standard table items like sweetener and drink menus etc from the bussers station. Our waiter was friendly but the hosts/runners were doing the absolute least. We bussed our own table. The scan to pay and split the check was a nice touch. It made leaving with our just arrived coffee a little easier.

    Harina Con Huevo
    Jeniffer R.

    The Thai latte was good, but I had 3 sips and it was gone. The pancake was so yummy it kept me full after 2 slices and the harina con huevo was seasoned well especially if you love grits. There is a wait though during brunch but the wait was worth it.

    Ariana D.

    I loved this quick diner spot! Our server was a sweet young girl who helped me pick the snapper. I loved the pickled salad it came with, but I think the fish needed a bit more seasoning itself? Loved their fries so much, I almost ate all my husbands. He enjoyed his patty melt 110%

    Chloe M.

    Really great spot, I only tried some of their coffee and bakery items the day I went but enjoyed them. They tasted fresh and the staff is very nice. The space is really pretty too!

    Pancake
    Bisan A.

    Chug's is a brunch spot in the heart of the Grove serving classic Cuban cuisine. The coffee is good, the food is good, the service is good; what's not to like? I got an iced vanilla latte with oat milk and a la completa for my dish. The food came out relatively quick despite being their usual state of busy. The potatoes were delicious and had perfect crunch, and the eggs were seasoned nicely and made just how I like. We also got their popular pancake to share since it's huge, and that was also soft and yummy. Overall, you can't go wrong at Chug's!

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    Dropped by on a Saturday @ 4pm and they were closed with no notice. Have their hours changed?

    Hi Roberto! Thanks for your question. Only for today we are closed due to a Collaboration dinner with Chef Michael Beltran x Chef Stephanie Izard from Chicago. This event is open to the public and starts at 5pm. It was posted on our social media… 

    Hi, I'm unable to call to place an order . Is the number on the website incorrect?

    Unfortunately if the web number it's not correct you have to go in person. But so far I remember they dont do delivering

    I've been wanting to place an order over the phone, but the phone number listed is disconnected. Is there a working number for this business?

    No number right now. They told me they are working on it

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