Yet another tromp through the Miami airport. I'm not kidding when I say I've been through this airport at least 60 times, maybe more. Lunch time and yo tengo hambre. The chicken soup took a chill off the air conditioning. Great flavor, lots of chunky chicken, just the right amount of heat and saltiness. Now I need to learn how to make a homemade version of this. The booths in the back give the perfect place to relax for a bit on a layover and they don't seem to rush anyone out. read more

We happened upon La Carreta Restaurant in the Miami Airport near gate D 39. They had a cafeteria style breakfast that looked amazing, but we were also not interested in a big meal before our flight. I decided to go to their "To Go" counter and grabbed a chocolate croissant. It was good but I wish that it had more chocolate on the inside. My husband said the apple strudel was just okay, but he did like the walnut cinnamon Danish. read more

La Carreta Restaurant - Chocolate Croissant - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

So, being serious here. I do not like American Airlines, but I use them every time I fly back to Vegas from Miami JUST for this restaurant. I get the Imperial Rice dish and it never disappoints! The staff is great, too. Just try it if you haven't yet! read more

La Carreta Restaurant - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

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On our trip to Peru, we had a very long layover at the Miami airport. So we did some research, and this place seemed to be one of the best restaurants in the airport. So we showed up, got in line, and marveled at all of the deliciousness staring us in the face. Ambiance was that of a Latin American food court. A conga line of people ordering their meals, you gotta know a little Spanish to get through this line. But they're pretty much used to dealing with us gringos. Service was nice. All the workers were very friendly and attentive. Your table will be clean mere minutes after your food has been consumed. Make sure to carry some cash to tip the guy. And the food. Wow. I forgot what I ordered, but the pictures say a thousand words. Soft and tender rice with pigeon peas and crispy chunks of pork mixed in, very soft, sticky plantains as a side, and roasted pork so flavorful, with a jus left behind to sop up with the roll. Oh, so good. A visit here will probably be one that's short and sweet, but it will be delicious and memorable. Airport food, but it might as well have been home cooking. I will definitely be back if I'm ever in Miami airport ever again. read more

La Carreta Restaurant - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

Pros: Ambiance was nice. Didn't feel like an airport restaurant. It was cozy and not designed to get you out of there in a hurry. It was cafeteria style counter service, but the people serving were very nice and really piled on the portions. I was appreciative. The food itself also very much better than I was expecting from an airport. It was even better than restaurant food. It tasted like home cooking. Very good. Cons: No real cons. The menu itself is hard to navigate, and if you keep saying yes to stuff, you'll end up with some unexpected upcharges, but they will be delicious upcharges. Tips: Get the rice that has pigeon peas and meat in it. That was the best thing we had that day. And if you like plantains, these were very very good as well. read more

La Carreta Restaurant - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

On a Thursday around 7pm, there's a decent line that's consistently at the end of the cafeteria styled restaurant. Got the: - Pollo carretero $20.5: not bad! Drier than I would've liked, but nice roasted flavor, tho subtle. Got the moro rice (yum!) and mashed potatos (mid) - Churrasco $32.50: def liked this more. tender and good flavor. Got the yucca (cooked perfectly through) and plantains as sides. Both also very good! - Small CHicken Soup $5.25: noodles are kinda soggy, but it's like any other chicken noodle soup. - Guava Cheese PIe $6.75: strong guava flavor, but also dry and hard to swallow. I would get the churrasco again with the same sides, albeit the price. The rest I could pass on. read more

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This La Carreta Restaurant is in the Miami International Airport in concourse D right by gate D39. I was flying out of MIA in the morning and wanted to grab a quick breakfast. There was a morning rush for flights and a lot of people came here to grab breakfast and some coffee. The line wasn't too long but the staff was okay for being up so early and the wait for food was super long. They unfortunately forgot my order making the wait time longer and it seemed that a lot of orders got mixed up. It's a busy airport, early in the morning, so I get it but overall experience was okay. I got the scrambled egg, hame and cheese sandwich (which came on a cuban bread) and a croqueta. Might not be the best place to grab a quick bite if you're in a rush. read more

La Carreta Restaurant - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

Quick and easy spot for Cuban food while flying through miami international airport. The staff is always friendly and the restaurant has plenty of seating. I usually go for the Ropa Vieja with mashed potatoes and plantains. Super yummy! read more

La Carreta Restaurant - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

Not a fancy place but the food is reasonably priced and fabulous. Loved the cuban sandwich and chicken and rice dish. Both were flavorful and delicious! If you dint want to wait an hour to get into Versailles this is a solid option. I would definitely dine here again and sample other entrees on their extensive menu. read more

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This place came recommended by ChatGPT when I searched for "best food in MIA terminal D" - I hope that there are, in fact, better options than this. We opted to dine in, and we selected a half roasted chicken with rice and beans from the main cafeteria line. and I had a chicken soup and a Cuban sandwich from the sandwich window. I will say that the service was great, a staff member helped us to the table with our cafeteria line selections and drinks, and brought the sandwich when it was ready. Unfortunately, the sides were the winners here, and not much else. Fries accompanying the sandwich were good if a a little light on browning. Tho soup was tasty once more salt was added. The chicken was very dry, but did have a good flavor; we picked off the white meat that was the most moist and just went with that. The Cuban sandwich was the biggest disappointment. It was very dry, and the meat almost smelled a little off. The roast pork had no flavor, and there was barely any mustard and pickles. It was pressed well and the bread itself was OK, but as a sandwich, it failed to deliver. All told, a swing and a miss. We'll try someplace else next time we're at MIA. read more

Had a Cuban coffee, a pilot recommended it and it was delicious! He also recommended the guava and cheese pastry and it hit the spot! I got a key lime pie slice for bonus points since I'm in Miami! The service was great! Very kind ladies with a pleasant personality that is helpful! Thank you! It's a grab and go set up but it was clean and effortless system setup! Will definitely stop by the next time I'm in town! read more

La Carreta Restaurant - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

Visiting Miami for the first time and was recommended to La Carreta by a local resident. We were a party of 5 on a Thursday evening and were sat right away. The family style dining made for a relaxed environment. The service staff was polite, attentive and even offered their favorite recommendations from the menu. The food was delicious! Very flavorful and authentic! read more

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There are a few of these located in Miami airport for a reason. I love their coffee & pastelitors, but their actual food is equally amazing. My favorites are the vaca frita & guava bbq chicken. This place never disappoints & is worth a stop while coming or going through the airport. read more

I recommend purchasing Cuban coffee here. This place has a variety of different types of coffees. This place is located on the first floor. This place has different types of pastries. The customer services is good here. read more

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Like any place in Miami you are sure to find a variety of places to eat in and enjoy. But sometimes you have to go to an area most tourists do not visit for dinner. We did that and stepped into the region known as Old Havana. This was going to Cuba for dinner. And being at La Carreta you are truly in Havana for anyone who lived there or had the ability to visit it as we did. This is authentic Cuban food. Yes, you can have the Cuban sandwich. But you can have more. Start with an appetizer or salad, or as we did with Chicken soup. And this was not ordinary. This was the soup your mother would make. It was rich and filled with chicken, noodles, and vegetables. A meal unto itself. This was then followed with a small salad. A fresh made salad of the day with the proper dressing to expect if in Cuba. Then the entrees came. One was a mixed plate of a variety of dishes to try. A total of 6 portions of various entrees. From tamales to chicken, to a sausage to pork and beef. Naturally there was rice and a separate dish of black beans. You can combine this as you wish, which is typical if you were there. It was a rich and tasty meal. It was a good portion that could be lunch the next day. Or you could have split this between two. There was also the selection of a true Cuban dish of Fried Chicken Chunks "Chicharrones". It is topped with Cuban Mojo and Onions. I picked a side of rice and beans, as well as an order of Plantains. This was heaven itself. The perfect dish that could have been dessert. As for dessert, had to have Flan over a piece of pound cake. Very different, but truly special here. It was like eating at home one night. And with a cup of Cuban coffee it was perfect. The staff at La Carreta is wonderful. Several speak both English and Cuban. The price is wonderful. The portions are large. The time is as long as you need. And it is packed. I met some people on a trip and they live in Miami. They are from Cuba and they even recommended La Carreta. We will be back...Gracias. read more

Authentic Cuban food with plenty of options along with good portions. You can take the food to go or grab a tray and sit at their tables. There's a bakery/coffee shop next to it. The people seemed joyful and happy to help. Below is the rating on the foods I tried: *Parcha/Passion Fruit Juice: 4/5 *Morro (rice and beans): 4/5 *Ropa Vieja: 4/5 *Yuca: 5/5 *Sopa de Pollo: 5/5 It gets pretty packed so make sure you grab your seat before you get your food. read more

La Carreta Restaurant - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

Got off a 5 hour flight super hungry and came here to eat. I'm so glad I did! The food was fresh and delicious! Food was full of flavor. This is authentic Cuban food, loveee! Customer service is great here. I'd say this is one of the best food spots at the airport! read more

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Awesome breakfast... waitresses we polite and friendly. Their selection was delicious. Will definitely be returning

Great option inside the airport Terminal D for a quick fix of Cuban food. It's like an old school lunch counter where you choose your order from a buffet & they plate it or fix your to go box. I had the lechon (roast pork) & 2 sides - plantain & rice with black beans. It was a large portion & good value at $16.49. read more

La Carreta Restaurant - Lechon, plantains, lime, black beans & rice - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

Besides for a stale roll,this was a good meal. The grilled chicken Padilla was large and had good flavor. Ths rice and potatoes were slightly above average. read more

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Quick fast and easy food to travel with .. the only thing I didn't like was the tip amounts for something under $3 . I ended up paying $1 tip read more

I came here before my flight and it was amazing I had a chicken with rice and mashed potatoes for around $14 which is amazing for the airport. The service is great but we have to get the food ourselves. The ambiance is like a cafe mixed with a restaurant. 100% will come back read more

The staff is a little rude to English speakers, but the food and drink are great. Low prices too. Spinach cheese empanada was very tasty. Espresso was strong and fresh. read more

Skip labor-busting Starbucks and go for this local cafe serving the best Colada Jumbo with enough caffeine punch to wake you up. Not that watered down Starbucks coffee. Plus they have empanadas read more

La Carreta Restaurant - Coffee - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

According the Reddit, many travelers agreed that this is the best Cuban restaurant at the Miami International Airport. We were here for a late diner, so we had to stop by. They have both a cafeteria line and an a la carte line. My wife order from the cafeteria line, and got a huge helping of a chicken and rice dish that smelled amazing and tasted even better. I ordered a Cuban sandwich and black beans from the a la carte line, and was a little disappointed in both. Next time I am in the Miami airport, I'd visit again and hit up the cafeteria line. read more

Stop by before we headed back home and everything we tried was delicious, service was great and ambiance was wonderful. I come back again when I'm in Miami read more

After reading many reviews about La Carreta's Cuban Churrasco and yellow rice, I thought I should try it despite it being a bit on the spendy side... but it's the airport, everything is expensive, so that doesn't really detract from it (also the price comes with two sides, so it's actually reasonable). The reviews were spot on. The stake was tender and soooo flavorful, my mouth is watering just thinking about it. This is cafeteria style dining... which means it's quick... perfect for an airport. Definitely highly recommend if you pass through this airport. read more

La Carreta Restaurant - Cuban Churrasco with yellow rice and plantanes - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

Chicken - dry and cold Rice - VERY dry and cold Plantains - best part but mediocre Water - by far the best part Okay, I can speak Spanish, but not one word of English was spoken to me. I'm not in Cuba. I've eaten at La Carreta .... Don't waste your time at the airport , stick to coffee and empanadas at the to go stand. Peppermint and toothpick nice touch, delivered by busser. read more

La Carreta Restaurant - Pricing - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

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After visiting Turks & Caicos, there was no way I will have a layover in Miami without having the best Cuban Churrasco in Miami next to Puerto Sagua. I specifically chose an MIA layover versus CLT to have this mouthwatering dish. I know it doesn't look as great, but believe me, the flavor is so delicious! This was at the airport and they had cafeteria style dining. read more

La Carreta Restaurant - Churrasco with Black Bean Rice-Super Good! - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

Perfect place to come for a cortado when you are half dead from flying in late the night before, checking into the MIA Hotel, only to wake up at 5am for the morning flight. Thank you for saving my life! read more

Cuban sandwich sucked. Did not have pickles, not enough mayo and too much salty boiled ham. (Maybe fake roasted). All I got was a mouth full of salt. Maybe that's why they left out the pickles. When I complained they had the nerve to tell me I must have not noticed 3 slivers of pickles. The cheapest part of the sandwich was skimped. Airport La Carreta shame! read more

You come to Miami and know that you are going to go for some Latino food/flavors. In the airport, La Carreta has a corner on the market and do their best to give you the real Cuban experience. The staff is friendly but the numbers of patrons is overwelming and they are always playing catch up. I had the chicken plate. Flavor, execellent. Unfortunately, I may have been the first to order it all day (early lunch) and so my chicken had been on the line for a while and dried out. Sides of rice and plantains did not have any issues. When in the Miami airport, I will come here again, but I will never expect the quality that is available out in the city proper. read more

La Carreta Restaurant - Roasted chicken lunch - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

Arrived late in the afternoon, wanting some food with substance a coworker recommended this location to try with a line outside the door, I moved fast with an order of steak, yellow rice and mashed potatoes. When I say they filled the plate to the brim... you can never say you left this location hungry. My meal was greatly price and I decided to sit in the restaurant and eat. Oh my gosh! Everything was flavorful and delicious. I am so glad that I tried this place. The ambience gives family vibes and the restaurant was packed. I am glad I took the recommendation definitely look forward to returning read more

I lived in South Florida for a while and going to La Carreta restaurants (there are a few) was also a memorable experience. Warm friendly Titis and Abuelas ready to feed you with huge plated portions of traditional Cuban food. The branch at the airport is no different. It's huge compared to other restaurants in the terminal . If you're traveling with a big goup this is perfect and lots of room for to set down carry on bags etc ,not cramped at all. They offer grab and go options if you are in a rush but this is the place to be if you have a longer layover . Stick to your rib ,tummy filling grub and drinks. Need a pick me up get the Cuban coffee, you'll be awake for days hehe. I love their Carne con Papas. Yummy succulent chunks of beef and the most tender potatoes.potatoes. Picadillo ,another favorite. They have specials that come with one or more sides. You won't leave hungry or disappointed. It's in the D terminal at gate D37 but even if you're elsewhere in Miami's massive airport its worth the free air train ride to get here. read more

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Food is always perfect! Best Cuban authentic food around, never regret eating here, servings are always big and the menu is perfect

I recommend this restaurant! Every dish here is made to perfection, with Love! It is as authentic as it gets It's the real deal, Cuban. They are very consistent, and my favorite thing is, when you order their Pan con Lechon (roasted Pork sandwich with slivered white onions and MOJO sauce) you can order some extra MOJO on the side! Their servers are all superb, very kind & courteous. The Ambiance is quiet, clean and comfortable! Highly recommend all their locations. Though, my personal favorite is in Hialeah, where I lived my first 27 yrs!! Thank you, LA Carreta for the Best food, and fond memories of Home! read more

To be in an airport, they were excellent! I had to pass through Miami, so of course I went on search for the Ropa Vieja dish (shredded steak in tomato base) ! Saw someone eating it and immediately located this spot. Fast service and happy staff! They gave me so much food, I had the leftover for lunch the following day! read more

I was hesitant but I'm glad I got food from here. The rice was so flavorful and the plantains and chicken was delicious. If ever in the Miami airport and on that side of the terminal, I would get the steak next. read more

La Carreta Restaurant - Ala cart: rice, plantains, chicken - Cuban Near Me - Miami, Florida

While I waited for my connecting flight, I stopped by La Carreta for the soul reason of getting Ropa Vieja which is one of my favorite Cuban dishes. Walking in, it was a little disheartening to see the "cafeteria like" line ordering style because usually it's not very good however the food was quite tasty. Was it the best Cuban food I've had? No. However, it's a great option to have at the airport. Beats the typical fast food place. read more

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Wonderful and odd restaurant, with many traditional Cuban options but also American too. Set up like a cafeteria where you point at what you want from the main dishes, and then add on extras as you move down the line. La Carreta reminded me of cafeteria-style restaurants from long-gone eras that used to be all over the US. It seemed wonderfully out of place in the Miami airport, yet fitting for Miami with all its diversity of cultures and food choices. Clearly, the Cuban options were the major influences and I was delighted to see some of these flavors and dishes being introduced to travelers and hope Cuban food (which is great) becomes more popular across the US. It also seemed much of the staff seemed to be family, I enjoyed watching them interact as they worked. read more