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Oh my oh my....these folks make an excellent Cubano, cordita strong Cuban coffee and a pork and plantain empanada. I was in the neighborhood to get a badly needed haircut while visiting from the Bay Area for work and next door on the corner on an otherwise unassuming street is this solid legit Cuban sammie and coffee place. Locals galore sitting outside sipping strong Cuban coffee and eating Sammie's and empanadas. Who am I to argue with the locals. They definitely steered me right on this one. The Cubano was stuffed with moist roasted pork and ham with pickles and melted cheese. The spicy garlicky green sauce that comes with it could make an old shoe delicious ! The coffee was spot on and that roasted pork and plantain empanada also hit the proverbial spot. All in with tax and tip for $25 I was stuffed full and now remarkably fluent in Spanish ! Esta bien Las Olas Cafe ! Muy muy deliciosa !
This unpretentious Cuban cafe is not to be missed. Only 2 blocks from Collins Ave but offers delicious authentic Cuban food at great prices. We got a couple Cuban sandwiches - hot, delicious, with a rich balance and optional jalapeño avocado sauce for those who don't mind heat. Also got fresh squeezed juice... that is actually squeezed in front of you. The most affordable and yet delicious meal so far in Miami Beach
Found these guys in yelp looking for a Cuban sandwich. And it was fairly close to where I was staying. I like that this place had the order window and door open so it felt great inside. Staff were nice and didn't take too long for my order. I tried the Cuban and it was good. But I got the pork belly bowl and it was so satisfying. Nice crunch and tender meat. So good! I loved the rice too. Definitely would get this again.
Los Olas Cafe is a must when you're in town! Get there in the morning and grab the shredded beef or chicken empanadas with a latte ("tres leche" in Spanish ). Perfect spot for a light morning start. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and exactly what you want to kick off your day in Miami Beach. Definitely coming back!
Authentic coffee experience. Coffee usually doesn't phase me, but this place is different. One cortado and I'm ready to take on the day! Amazing empanadas as well. Depending on who is working, there may be a minor language misunderstanding, but that's how you know it's legit. So. Freaking. Good.
Very good Cuban also very affordable. I'd recommend as a local spot. The beef empanadas were good as well. I also had the cantaloupe drink fresh blended drink
In the midst of the high end, trendy, kitschy south beach eats locations, is las olas cafe. An authentic Cuban cafeteria, it services flavorful dishes, sandwiches, pastelitos and coffee. There is Both a sit down restaurant and takeout window, both constantly bustling with yelling Cuban aunties and food flying around in all directions. The service is a little slow on both ends, but they were busy so understandable and after all, good food is worth the wait!
Great neighborhood Cuban cafe for the locals! Of course had to venture out just a little bit to visit and the food had that taste from home. Packed w/ locals and a few tourists, the breakfast combo I ordered was generous with fluffy eggs. I ordered ham and paid $2.60 extra to add veggies (tomato, onion, and green pepper). Initially it was a bit confusing why this is extra, but it made sense when thinking about Cuban food which generally doesn't have this kind of veggies. And it comes with coffee by which they mean espresso, but I changed it to Cortadito because I love me some Smokey bold Cuban Cortadito! It was strong in the best way, and fragrant. Add un poco de azúcar and you're off to the races! Wife commented her croissant was much better than more expensive bakery we went to the prior day, and iced coffee wasn't too watered down (ask for little ice and sugar) like most iced coffees we've had in Latino cafes so far. Outside seating was pleasant though you may have local uncles smoking a pack at the next table but wasn't bad w/ the breeze & shade. Don't waste your money going to $20/meal cafes closer to ocean drive... just walk a block to here and enjoy better food at better price + mingle w/ locals.
We were hoping to get some local food while in Miami and quickly found that most of the restaurants around Ocean Drive and the more walked areas were heavily "catered" to tourists, meaning that they were simply mass produced and not very authentic, so when we found this place, albeit a bit of a walk, it turned out to be exactly what we were looking for. It's a small cafe with an extern counter for ordering, or inside with seating; They are clearly frequented by locals and have a menu great for lunch, breakfast, or snacking. We ordered a Cuban sandwich to try, some tequenos, an empanada - we really enjoyed everything; it came with a few sauces, which had a ton of flavor and nicely complemented the combination of bread and meat. We just wish there were more places like this around the area as it seems to more accurately represent what people in the area actually prefer to eat.
The food took some time to be done but was delicious and plentiful. Staff is in constant motion, but very nice.
Whenever I travel on a cruise these days, I try to get to the city of embarkation the night before so I don't have any undue pressure the day of the sailing. Seems most ships I travel on these days pull out of the Port of Miami, and so several times I have flown in the day prior to. This time I was leaving on the Norwegian Cruise line's Breakaway, and so my friend, Michael and I decided to stay the night before in the Avalon Hotel in South Beach. South Beach cracks me up. When I was a young boy, my grandparents used to go there for the Jewish holidays and celebrate Rosh Hashanah or Yom Kippur at one of the many, many fancy hotels that used to be down in that area. Everybody there was Jewish! Then suddenly in the '70s, everybody took flight from that area and it became a ghost town. You could not give those old hotels away. Now you walk along the beach and it is one gorgeous Deco hotel after the other. Where you could buy a whole hotel for $10,000, now would cost $250 to stay for just one night in a room. The Avalon is a cool Deco hotel right there on the strip. While I was waiting for him to arrive from LA, I decided to take a recommendation and go get some lunch nearby. I asked my receptionist at the Avalon where would be a place I could go that is walking distance and not a tourist trap and he recommended Las Olas. He said it's the real deal and I needed to order a Cuban sandwich, which I have never had! The walk from the hotel was less than 5 minutes and there was Las Olas, sitting on one corner. When you step inside, you could swear you were in another country. Not a word of English is spoken and everything on the menu and all the signs are in Spanish. Even when I asked one of workers a question in English she was not able to understand me. It had a a charm to it, as if I were in Spain or Cuba or a Spanish-speaking country. Sometimes it's fun to be the minority. Gives you a whole different perspective! Anyway, although they had really nice looking trays of hot cooked food, I decided since it was lunch and based on the recommendation of my hotel receptionist, I ordered their Cuban sandwich. That sandwich had everything in it that I should not be eating. Pork, cheese, lots of fat and bread and absolutely delicious! LOL The Cuban sandwich was quite large and at first I thought I might only eat half and take the back to my room, but as I continued to bite into this delicious concoction, I suddenly realized that I had eaten the whole thing. I did notice that Las Olas is also very popular for coffee and snacks. Besides their inside restaurant, I noticed they had an open area where one could walk up and order a hot cup of coffee. It's it seems they are known for their espresso and people were lining up for it. After my tasty but fattening lunch, I walked back to my hotel for a nice afternoon nap. When I woke up with my full belly, I sat down in front of the hotel and did my infamous guessing game as people of all types and ethnicities and ages strolled by. You will marry the 5th person that walks by, the 10th person that walks by is a murderer, the 4th person that walks by Is in love with you, etc. It kept me busy until Michael arrived that evening and we enjoyed our dinner. South Beach is certainly different than it was when I was a young Jewish boy. Instead of the sounds of Yiddish and the smells of matzo ball soup, now you hear the sounds of Spanish and the smell of Las Olas' Cuban sandwich. Do yourself a favor, and next time you are in the area, stop by and enjoy this local establishment that seems to be the real deal!
2 years ago
3 years ago
Delicious popular Cuban cafe. Order at either the window or inside the cafe. We went on Sunday around noon - it was still poppin and they were out of many of the Cuban pastries. We still managed to snag a chicken empanada, croquetas, and a guava pastelito. All delicious! The standout was the Cubano sandwich though - loved that it came as two thin sandwiches, which made it satisfying to eat and perfect for sharing. Bread was crunchy and flavorful, plenty of meat...perfection! We will be back, but try to go earlier and be prepared for a wait for hot food and coffee. read more
Best cubano I've ever had. It was the bread that made this sandwich. Somehow they got the outside to be crispy, while keeping the inside bread soft. Perfect bread. I don't think I'll ever find another perfect cubano again. You must go here and get the cubano. I had a small espresso that was so strong. I was on another level for hours and then crashed. I normally have a grande coffee, which is a caffeine level of nothing compared to their espresso. Beware! Also, get the cubano! They have limited seating outside of their window ordering section, but it would be better to take it somewhere more ambient. read more
5 years ago
5 years ago
Las Olas was recommended to me by a friend many years ago but I wasn't able to go in any of my visits to Miami. I was so happy to see its still in operation post-COVID shutdowns and was able to make it out on my most recent trip. So worth it! I got the cubano (a classic) and the cortadito. I only finished half the cubano and was super full for the rest of the day. My friend tried their platter and loved every part of it. Tons of options and so authentic. Highly highly recommend if you're in the south beach area! read more
Great authentic food. And amazing coffee. It's a toss up these days if you're gonna get good strong espresso, but man I had these guys everyday when I visited. Great coffee, sugarcane juice too. Sandwiches were amazing, meat was great. Also had the lechon and it was flavorful, pulled apart, went amazing with the yuca which was super soft. Place is a must if you're in the area. read more
Las Olas is known in Miami Beach for serving classic, no frills Cuban food. You can place your order at either the indoor or outdoor window and then seat yourself at one of their tables. There's no clear line to order so it can get confusing, but you just have to follow the flow of the crowd. The prices at Las Olas are super cheap especially for the area. I got their Cuban sandwich ($10) and their Pastelitos de Guayaba y Queso (~$2). Make sure to try their Cuban coffee as well! Some of my friends got their empanadas and they were a bit stale. Las Olas is more known for their sandwiches and rice bowls anyways so I'd recommend sticking with that. For the price, the food can't be beat! TLDR: Classic Cuban food with prices that can't be beat! read more
This is a small dinner but food packs a punch! Highly recommended stopping here. The staff is very polite, friendly and helpful. You can order sandwiches, deli style, empandadas and fresh juices. We had empandas, Cuban sandwiches and Mojo pork with roasted plantains. Don't skip the plantains. Some of the best I have had. Better than any in South America. Papya and passion fruit juices are made there and so refreshing. Empandas are good and full of meat. If I had to choose it would Cuban sandwiches over empandas. Indoor and outdoor seating or take to go. Reasonably priced especially for Miami. read more
This was one of two five-star places we went to (alongside Under the Mango Tree Cafe) while in Miami. Incredible Cuban food. Everything you want in a sensational Cuban meal. Get the Cuban sandwich - it'll be the best one you've had in your life, laced with spicy mustard and crispy, fluffy Cuban bread, slabs of pork and cheese, zesty pickles. Insanely good! The Cuban bowl with sweet plantains, roast pork, and rice and beans is delicious, too, with the rice and beans being off the charts! A great cafe con Leche. Too sweet, perhaps, but that's the appeal. Would come back here every time I'm in Miami. 5 stars!!!! read more
4 years ago
This place is such a great find! This is a very small cafe with a walk-up window and some seating inside. We came in for breakfast and were blow away at how reasonably priced everything was and how awesome everything tasted! We just got finished walking the beach and exploring south side neighborhoods and wanted to refuel. We enjoyed the FRESH squeezed orange juice the breakfast sandwich (Which is super huge and we are so happy we split it). The empanada's were just as we exceptional; every light, crispy yet flaky and the flavors! read more
5 years ago
I only had a chicken empanada but it was good. It would have been better hot. From my hotel I saw they get a lot of business. read more
3 years ago
Cubano was good Cashier corrects your Spanish if it's not " MIAMI " Spanish; my wife speaks beautiful correct MEXICAN SPANISH AND SHE WAS VERY RUDE ! ALTHOUGH SHE EXCEPTED OUR VERY GOOOD AMERICAN DOLLARS!! There are plenty of better places to spend money for better food and easy better SERVICE? Quite in the morning Cuban Sandwich read more
3 years ago
Came during closing time so we felt a little rushed but overall a really good experience. Got the Cuban sandwich which was ok but the breaded fish was excellent. The black beans was the star of the show. Nice neighborhood place. Oh and they give you a ton of food! read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
Went here on my Miami trip! Cubano sandwich was lengthy(9/10). The bread was crunchy and the inside pork was tender and fell apart so easily. On two separate days, I got the iced coffee with milk and sugar(9/10) which was a godsend for the 4 hours of sleep I got the night before! Definitely recommend if you're on the go and need a pick me up before heading to the beach! read more
1 year ago
Our first stop in South Beach was Las Olas Cafe. The menu was large and a bit overwhelming but I finally settled on ordering the Medianoche Sandwich. It was delicious! The sweet bread paired well with the mustard and savory pulled pork. Talking about pulled pork, the pork was so tender and melted in my mouth. The pulled pork had great flavor. My sandwich was also huge and I would say worth the $12.50 especially when other places in Miami could get more expensive. read more
A year later and I'm finally leaving my review for Las Olas! I can't believe this review slipped my mind because this spot was the most memorable of my trip to Miami. Just a few short blocks from the beach, this tiny cafe is serving authentic cuban cuisine and the best pork I've ever tasted. Our incompetent taxi driver laughed at us when we pulled up and kept saying "Are you sure you want this place? I'll take you to a restaurant on the beach!" Jokes on him! This spot is Anthony Bourdain approved (RIP) and as legit as you can get. read more
2 years ago
Outstanding food affordable and not at all touristy. Had the pork empnada, a cubano and a cortadito coffee for 16$ which is a steal for how close this place is to the beach and the hotels 10/10 will eat here again read more
2 years ago
Best food for the price. Coffee is outstanding, juices are fresh and the people watching is perfect. 10/10 recommend. read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
Very delicious Cubano. Empanada (beef) was so good...we didn't even get a pic! Just do it! read more
2 years ago
Great Cuban coffee ! I didn't eat there but food looks great and very affordable. This place is very popular read more
Delicious cubano! The pork was SOOO juicy! Did take a while for service/food but didn't experience the poor service that other reviews mentioned. Don't let that deter you from coming here. I would totally come back here to bring people for a cubano!! Super casual spot. Some tables and chairs inside and outside read more
3 years ago
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644 6th St
Miami Beach, FL 33139
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