Don Matias Restaurante

This is right across from the Hard Rock/Guitar shaped hotel. This restaurant also shares the space…read morewith the store next door, which is El Patio Express. I seated myself but was approached right away then I was given plenty of time to check the menu. The servers seem pretty attentive here. The soup was in a huge bowl. Tasty, but couldn't finish, so after eating yo most of the liquid, I had to pack up the rest to take it home. Yuca is my favorite part because it melts in your mouth. If you don't want leftovers, then I suggest you get something else lol... I also decided to get hot chocolate to dip their cheese slabs in. They were plenty. It's best to bring someone with you -- I think they allow sharing the dishes here, so why not? They also charge 18% gratuity.

Little Colombian restaurant at the corner of an old plaza across from the Seminole Hard Rock…read moreCasino. Parking was limited. The restaurant was split into two sides with a trinket store offering money transfer services. The Colombian espresso single shot was an absurd $4.00 but the food here is supposed to be excellent so I ordered a beef empanada. It was small but flavorful with a semi-crispy shell at only $2.50 it was a steal. The gender assigned bathroom outer door had a cartoon guy wearing a sombrero hat indicating the men's room. Clean with Terracotta Mexican style flooring providing an earthy vibe with an out of order urinal.

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Patacon Mixto...yum!

Colombian Mountains Cafe

4.6(305 reviews)

25.1 mi

Main complaint is they didn't have the soup on Saturday but it's listed as their special soup for…read moreSaturday. I was all excited for it and then had to rethink my order after everyone had already ordered. Music was loud! But after more ppl came in it was blaring as bad. At 6:45pm only 1 table was taken, by the time we left close to 8, the place was almost full. Food was delicious. Only thing that was tasteless was the arepa, everyone said it tasted like cardboard. Digital menus were nice, but too many buttons/tabs/categories to click on to see the menu. At the end they brought desserts on a tray around. You ring a bell whenever you need service. Would def come back.

A taste of Colombia, simple and bright, Tilapia, beans, rice…read more- everything right, A sweet cortadito to finish it right, The great Yelp reviews are not only hype.

Order at counter

Espresso, chicken empanada (empanada pollo), guava pastry

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Cafe with secret sweetener.

Area 57 Colombian Restaurant & Bakery

3.7(268 reviews)

13.5 mi

Great authentic colombian pastries. Kind staff & clean space. I wiuld definately visit again.read more

The food here is usually pretty good. Unfortunately every time we've been here the service is…read morealmost non existent. The tip is automatically included in your bill so I guess that's why the staff doesn't bother to check on tables at all? Last time we went the restaurant was almost empty and we had to keep standing up to the counter in order to ask for basic things like cutlery and water refills The food is great though, we love everything we've ever ordered including their juices which are delicious. The food is well seasoned and great portions including the kids menu which our son absolutely loved. Also keep in mind that they charge a convenience fee if you pay with a credit card

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Cheese empanada

Colombian Extreme Food

4.0(31 reviews)

14.0 mi

Got the Patapollo with. It was tasty. Portion was good for the price. Patacon was crunchy and not…read morethick. The way is supppsed to be when stuff is out on top. I recommend is you want to try some Colombian street food.

best quesadilla ive ever had in my life!!!!! so good! the people are so so so nice! open till 130read more

Delicioso desgranado

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Desgranado mixto

Don Frijol

4.1(23 reviews)

0.8 mi

One of my favorite places for authentic Colombian food. The restaurant has the cutest decorations…read moreall around. The service is quick and they're super friendly. We started off with an appetizer, it brought 3 empanadas with steak inside, they were great! For my entree I ordered the bandeja paisa and it was huge! I had to split it with my mom because I couldn't finish it. Everything in it was delicious and tasted authentic! I definitely plan on coming back soon! They also have lunch specials for the bandeja paisa on Thursday's and it's only $7.

I can honestly say this little spot is fire! It may not seem like much, but I can guarantee you…read morethat if you're looking for some authentic Colombian food, this is it. The carne asada is phenomenal, the red beans taste like my grandmas beans. I love it . I haven't tried a lot from this menu , but my suggestion is carne asada and the sancocho is amazing. I've been here quite a few times and I've always had the same experience. Super bomb food, tranquil environment. The service is good and pretty quick. I have nothing negative to say about this spot. Feel free to check em out when ever you're in the area. Hialeah has a lot to offer and when it comes to restaurants and food joints ,they definitely have the upper hand. I mean come eat at Don Frijol and you will see exactly what I am talking about.

Great sister restaurant to their Kendal location.

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Ruta 75

4.0(86 reviews)

2.5 mi

Never had Colombian food before. I thought it was yummy!! I got the Colombian Platter so I could…read moretry a bunch of things. Steak and beans were my favorite part. There was a hard round price of (bread? cracker?) I didn't know if I was eating it right. (Was is suppose to soak in the beans? I dunno.) Service was quick and nice. Would recommend. (Unless your like my dad and don't like the texture of pork belly and avocado. Then this is probably not for you.)

Por favor pongan atención con la órdenes por teléfono para no perder tiempo. Y pierdan la actitud…read morecuando es cuando usted la caga. Que pelado de mala vibras

Ambiance

Bandeja Paisa con Carne Asada

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El Machetico

4.5(22 reviews)

4.3 mi

Stopped in for a quick coffee and was pleasantly surprised by how amazing everything was. The…read morecoffee was rich and delicious, and the arepa de chocolo was absolutely so yummy, fresh, warm, and full of flavor. The space has beautiful, authentic Colombian decor that really adds to the experience, plus a fun Instagram photo op station. Everything was clean and well-kept, and I love that they offer daily lunch specials. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to sit and do lunch. #thankmelater

Top service, warm and friendly employees. Delicious and…read moreabundant food. Lively music, busy location with plenty of parking. Only wished live music was available during lunch; Will be returning over the weekend to enjoy the music, murals, and photo ops.

Sancocho

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Palitos de queso

Fonda Sabaneta

4.0(192 reviews)

11.7 mi

One of the best Colombian restaurants in Miami. Food, service, and ambience are excellent. Thank…read moreyou Lizandra for makimg our dinner experience special. Thank you

First time eating Colombian food, it was amazing! The portions were very generous and tasty. I…read moreloved the tostones. This is literally a whole in the wall(Fonda) about a dozen tables. The service staff was very good, friendly and very attentive. Expect waiting on weekends and evenings.

Fonda Sabaneta

Picadera Pequena

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Colorful Art Piece Outside A pop of Colombian color right at the entrance.

Tipico Rinconcito Colombiano

4.6(313 reviews)

13.0 mi

Michelle was great. Great food Left really satisfied and…read morefull. Got steak pork belly and empanada

Rodrigo and Manuela are absolutely outstanding. Their service elevates this Colombian restaurant to…read morea whole new level. From the moment you walk in, they make you feel welcomed, appreciated, and genuinely cared for. Rodrigo brings unmatched energy and attention to detail -- every dish arrives perfectly, and he checks in with the kind of professionalism that makes the experience feel premium. Manuela adds warmth, kindness, and a natural hospitality that makes you feel like family. The food is incredible, but it's Rodrigo and Manuela who make every visit unforgettable. Their service is fast, friendly, and consistently excellent. This team is a major reason this restaurant stands out as one of the best Colombian dining experiences around.

Inside

Pork Sausage

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Margarita on the Rocks

Bandeja Paisa Restaurant

3.6(140 reviews)

6.9 mi

Great hidden Colombian spot! Ambiance was nice and staff super attentive. Food was super delicious…read more It's a must, to go back and try other dishes. Everything looked spectacular and yummy!!!

Stop the presses, this place is amazing. I drove down to visit family and had to pick a spot that…read morewasn't quite sushi and wasn't quite ribs. Culture aside, I instantly opted for Bandeja Paisa restaurant because of the solid reputation and excellent experience. My family was overjoyed to have Aura as our waitress, she was personable, knowledgeable, super patient and made the entire dining experience go from 4 to 5 stars. She truly is one of a kind when it comes to the personal touch and familiarity of what a family meal is. The food was amazing. I am an enormous fan of the consome I think it's the perfect way to whet my appetite, Stoke, the figurative food flames if you will. The favorite appetizer of the night was the plantains and fried cheese while I enjoyed the Churrasco steak and the table enjoyed the Bandeja paisa along with delicious traditional beverages. It's one of the best family outings. I've had thanks to the service and the quality of food. An admirable quirk I notice was the decor in that it looks like it was actually decorated by someone familiar with colombia versus someone who simply googled images of colombia; so 10 points to Gryffindor for authentic attention to detail Also, everything was very reasonably priced, and I was really impressed with the serving size of the Churrasco steak. The food was so good. We practically ordered the exact same order to go. That tells you something about how good it was on the spot that we knew we would want to eat it again a little later.

Area del restaurante

Bandeja Paisa acompañado de aguapanela

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Carne Asada con acompañantes

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Mery A.

1 year ago

Good ambience and good def recommend ..........................................................would recommend you come with fam

Mario O.

3 months ago

Was here for breakfast. food was excellent. Xiomara was our waitress and service was top notch. would definitely come back.

Sage C.

361

10 years ago

Right by my job. I'm a regular. They already know what I want before even sitting down... that's service

Eduardo C.

3 years ago

uno de los mejores Restorant para todo la familia limpio y buen servicio aparte de los mejores platos

Angela F.

4 years ago

Loved the food. I ordered the Rib soup and it was really good. 100% recommended................

Reniel A.

12 years ago

Excellent family oriented restaurant!

Carlos S.

12 years ago

excelente comida

Don Matias Restaurante - cuban - Updated October 2026

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Absolutely Delicious & Beautifully Presented!…read more My family and I came in for bandeja paisa, and it was outstanding from start to finish. We had the option of choosing chicken, beef, or pork -- so of course we tried all three -- and every single plate was delicious. The presentation was gorgeous, the portions were generous, and the flavors were exactly what you hope for in authentic Colombian comfort food. To make it even better, pairing the meal with an ice‑cold Manzana Postobón and a fresh mango lemonade was perfection. The drinks alone are worth coming back for. Our server was incredibly friendly and attentive, making the whole experience feel welcoming and relaxed. The restaurant itself is decorated in the cutest way, with fresh Colombian roses displayed on the bar area -- such a thoughtful touch that adds to the charm. Before you sit down, you can even pick out empanadas from the case, which is such a fun and unique option. Definitely grab a few -- they're fantastic. Overall, this place is a gem. Great food, great service, great atmosphere. I would absolutely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for authentic Colombian flavors Beautifully Presented! My family and I came in for bandeja paisa, and it was outstanding from start to finish. We had the option of choosing chicken, beef, or pork -- so of course we tried all three -- and every single plate was delicious. The presentation was gorgeous, the portions were generous, and the flavors were exactly what you hope for in authentic Colombian comfort food. To make it even better, pairing the meal with an ice‑cold Manzana Postobón and a fresh mango lemonade was perfection. The drinks alone are worth coming back for. Our server was incredibly friendly and attentive, making the whole experience feel welcoming and relaxed. The restaurant itself is decorated in the cutest way, with fresh Colombian roses displayed on the bar area -- such a thoughtful touch that adds to the charm. Before you sit down, you can even pick out empanadas from the case, which is such a fun and unique option. Definitely grab a few -- they're fantastic. Overall, this place is a gem. Great food, great service, great atmosphere. I would absolutely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for authentic Colombian flavors.

Exactly what I was craving and Uber Eats delivered…read more Sancocho de res was a generous portion with a side of rice and lime. The corn was so sweet, which was a great surprise. Chunk of beef and several nuggets of starch. I like mine spicy, so a generous splattering if Tapatio had it on point. Savory and spicy! I love this cut of pork belly for Chicharron. Slab with some scoring for three fingers of meat.

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Great Cuban Authentic Food! Wholesome prices and humble service. A complete hole in the wall, don't…read moreexpect anything fancy. It's really all about a home cooked Cuban meal! When in the neighborhood, I'll make a trip down memory lane!

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Great food and even better prices. These people are fast and have a great system in place. This is…read morea great breakfast or lunch stop.

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The buffet had a lot of variety and it was delicious! The host and the people behind the counter…read morewere very nice! My sister got a Pina Colada, she loved it. Try the flan, rich & flavorful. It was definitely worth the price, and more!

My last review of Cuban Lives Restaurant was back in 2018, and this place still deserves a good…read morereview. I was pleasantly surprised this time, especially with the grilled pork, which was even better than my last visit. The pea soup and chicken noodle soup were both very good and comforting. The ceviche options were plentiful and very fresh. The chicharrón was also good, with crispy skin, though it was a little salty for my taste. Everything else was well balanced and flavorful. The price is very reasonable for a Cuban buffet, and the service was good throughout our visit. Dishes were cleared promptly, and our water glasses were always refilled. Overall, a solid experience and definitely worth coming back.

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Food was amazing. Came here for lunch yesterday and it was so good I had to come back today for…read morelunch. Brought my work crew with me and they all agreed it was amazing.

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