We loved our first experience so much that we ended up bringing the whole family back to Little…read moreHavana the very next day! It's rare to find a spot that draws you back 24 hours later, but this place is a total standout in Miami. Despite having a larger group this time, we were greeted warmly and seated immediately. The service was excellent from start to finish--attentive, friendly, and perfectly paced for a family dinner. We kicked things off with the Cuban sampler, which was the perfect introduction to the menu and got everyone excited for the main event. Every dish that hit the table was a hit: the Red Snapper was incredibly fresh, and the Chicharron de Pollo had that perfect crunch. My wife really enjoyed the Chicken Milanesa, but for me, the Paella was the star of the show--rich, authentic, and packed with flavor. It's safe to say everything was delicious yet again. We've officially added this to our "must-visit" list for every trip to Miami. If you're looking for a meal that feels both high-quality and welcoming, you can't beat this spot. We'll definitely be back!

Needed to do errands in North Miami, so Little Havana came up as a place to go for Cubanos. It has…read morethree locations in Miami, with this one in North Miami being the original, opened in 1991. We dined in, and the visit blew away the food from the previous week. I really like Cuban sandwiches, so will be something my brother and I keep seeking out during short visits to Miami. We had a one-day rental car, so found Little Havana Restaurant, coming a bit after peak lunch time. It's on a major street, with surface angled parking in the back. There are a lot of wild birds in the area, with their guano being everywhere outside. It's a big dining area inside, and we were immediately directed to a prime location with views of their small lush adjacent green space, and the birds that live there. Elizabeth was our server, with water and complementary rolls being immediately offered by helpers. She and her team were great throughout, offering suggestions and bringing the food nice and hot. We ordered off the Happy Hour menu (11:30 - 18:00 M-F) and the Lunch Special Menu (11:30 - 16:00). We were greatly satisfied with every dish Shrimp in Garlic Sauce, appetizer size ($14.99) - 5 jumbo tail-on shrimp, sauteed in a scampi type sauce. It's what you expect when you douse good shrimp with a butter garlic sauce. The appetizer does not come with rice/beans, but we had plenty of it from the other dishes...loved spooning the sauce over the rice while eating. Roast Pork Lunch ($12.99) - what a deal. A dish of pulled pork with a big piece of fried pork skin on top...reminded me of the Filipino lechon, or even the Hawaiian kalua pork, with the tenderness of the mean. It came with a big scoop of rice and a bowl of red beans. Lamb Shank ($18.49) - This was recommended by Elizabeth when asked by my brother, what he shouldn't miss. It's a Cuban special, cooked in wine sauce. It was a big piece, still on the bone, coming with a big plate of rice and fried plantains. He enjoyed it, though he was struggling a bit at the end. Cuban Sandwich ($12.49) - A full size Cuban sandwich, cut in half. It had been grilled on a sandwich press with a little oil, resulting in the cuban bread being crispy at the top. It had the right mix of that same delicious pulled pork, along with ham, melted swiss, mustard and pickle slices. It was very good, great value for the price. Paying was done at the top, and we intentionally did not take any leftovers. There is a framed newspaper article from 1991 in the lobby, where you can read more about their origins.

The Half Chicken was Moist and Seasoned Well. Also great to get a Side Salad with Onions. And the…read moreBlack Beans Which are so Delicious for the Diet, and my white rice. The Barbecue wings were great with a Cold Beer. The Service was good. The ambiance was nice and quiet. It's Amazingly Great to know this Special Seasoning used on the Chicken Taste Amazingly Awesome. A Step Above and Beyond from the other restaurant down the corner .

Pretty good for what it is…read more Service a little slow but good food. The steak was flavored very good.

I recently discovered this restaurant and was highly satisfied with the experience. I recommend the…read morechurrasco and micheladas. Everything here is authentic from Central America. I sat by the bar the bartender made the best michelada. They serval tv so you won't miss the games. Overall great place id definitely come back to try the breakfast next time.

Place needs a lot of work. Food was acceptable maybe even good, service was adequate…read more The establishment almost looked condemned.

Beef empanadas are BOMB! Make sure you ask for their hot sauce. It really does make the meal!…read more The service was fantastic, friendly, and the restaurant was CLEAN!! Huge deal for me. These are the BIGGEST Colombian empanadas I've, legit, ever seen, lol. The fried cheese balls were also a hit! Unfortunately, they were also a hit with the seagulls, who stole our food. Boo. Anyway- definitely recommend! Make sure you tip well, as they work hard!

Great small.Colombian diner serving authentic dishes and coffee and soft drinks. Came here for…read morebreakfast and had to have an empanada with that delish hot sauce and a chicharron (fried pork). Now im allergic to pork so I shouldn't of done that cause I didn't feel.well after but it was worth it at the end. Around the diner was scrambled eggs with ham, cheese, and onions which did not disappoint. It also.came.with a fried salted cheese and an arepa type of bread. Everyone was happy, the coffee was delicious and we all left full. While we were there we saw people.prdering full meals.with rice and red beans and different meats, the smells alone were tantalizing. So the place may be off the cut and small, but the food is definitely worthy.

For our last day in Miami, we decided to eat lunch at one of our favorites, Sazon. This was our…read morefirst time to sit at their back patio, and I loved it!! It is casual, but pretty at the same time. A nice breeze blows that will keep you cook plus there are fans and AC. The atmosphere is great especially with the Cuban music playing. The service is always impeccable. They make sure your experience is a good one, and pay attention to every detail. The food is always incredible. My favorite dish is the Masa de Puerco which consists of fried pork chunks that are super soft served with sweet plaintains and moro which is dirty rice with black beans. Another great thing about Sazon is that they serve brunch from 12 to 3 pm.

Found myself in south beach Miami. The local hotel staff recommended I take the trolley north and…read moreglad we did This is authentic Cuban food This is Miami at its finest. What a meal what an experience Steak, rice, chicken, don't know where to start. Look at these pictures. Greeted at the door. Made to feel like you belong here. You are family Thank you Jorge for the 5 star service

Everything about Cotoa yells come back for more. Small area so reservations is pretty all but…read moreneeded. Also it's a bit out of the way if you live in Miami/Kendall so take time out if you're going during the week. Food was phenomenal. Started with the pan de yuca it's a must get. Next we got the mahi mahi ceviche. The peanut taste creeps up out of no where but it's a delicious bite. My favorite dish of the night were the langostinos. The sauce they put on it you could drink straight out of a cup. There was not one bad thing to say about this experience. Definitely going back to try other things.

Need to try again…read more I've had Cotoa on my radar for a while and found a convenient reservation and jumped on the opportunity. First things first, reservations are more or less necessary, so I highly recommend making one. When you first walk in, you are immediately greeted by the host who guides you into the dining area. This area is relatively small, but good enough for small groups or parties of 2-4; additionally, it's an inviting atmosphere, perfect to enjoy a long meal (which you will need, more on that in a bit). The menu has a wide array of options; you can find some snacks for around $15, then ceviche for ~$25, and mains ranging from $40-65. So be prepared to spend $40-50 per person. During our visit, we tried two ceviches and el pincho. The ceviches were incredible, easily the best "red" ceviches I have ever had. Each bite was a blast of flavor and textures; you can taste the freshness, feel the crunch, and enjoy the combination of flavors. As for the hanger steak, it was quite high quality, perfectly cooked, but nothing out of the ordinary; it lacked that special twist that the ceviche had. Another exceptional part of the experience was the service; although food takes a long time to be ready, so be prepared for this. Our servers made sure we had a great experience from being careful about allergies to making recommendations; simply 5 stars. All in all, Cotoa is definitely a 5-star experience when it comes to the "Pacific" dishes, really something delicious and unique, while some of the other options left a bit to be desired. I have to go back again and try some of the other entrees and will adjust this review as needed. My Criteria 5 stars: The best food I have ever had, or an excellent option given the price. 4 stars: Good food, a restaurant I look forward to trying again. 3 stars: Good food, a restaurant that I am indifferent to. 2 stars: Below average experience, will not go again. 1 stars: This restaurant should be closed.

We went for a second night in a row. Still delicious. Still welcoming. Will become a habit.read more

Hands down the best Colombian burger, empanadas, and Maicitos in Homestead! Great service and…read moreambience. Will return !!

The food was incredible. Large portions and so many different homemade dips for your steak. What I…read moreloved the most was the pride the staff takes in their restaurant and environment. Everything feels well-thought-out, from setting and cleaning the table to presenting the food. Thank you! Will be back next time we visit. Great experience.

Fuimos para el cumple de mi hija de 6 años. Reservamos la mesa con anticipación y aclaramos que era…read morepara una ocasión especial, celebrábamos el cumpleaños de una niña! La mesera que nos atendió (Agustina) realmente muy poco pendiente de nuestra mesa, se notaba que no tenia experiencia ni ganas de trabajar. Un lugar del renombre como "La Cabrera" espera una atención mejor de la que nos dio esta señora. Llegada la hora de pedir el postre le avisamos que era el cumple de nuestra hija y le pedimos si era posible que vinieran a cantarle el feliz cumpleaños como lo hicieron con minimo 4 familias distintas, personas adultas cumpliendo 40 o mas años! Resulta que no vino nadie y ni se dieron cuenta hasta que mi esposa se fue a quejar y ya la vela se había derretido totalmente. Al final le cantamos solos nosotros a nuestra hija. Una situacion muy incomoda porque porque nuestra hija fue la que pidió ir a cenar a "La Cabrera" para su cumple, vio todos los momentos de celebracion de 4 personas distinas durante la cena en donde llegaba el mesero con la vela y se escuchaba la celebracion de sorpresa para todos los demas y para ella no. El manager ( Jorge dubrovsky) se entero de la situacion y llego con otro helado! No nos interesaba otro helado! Era el detalle de cantarle a una chiquita de 6 años!! No somos de dejar reviews negativos pero esto no esta bien. Ultima vez que vamos.! Les recomiendo ir a "Prima Pasta" o a "George's Italian Restaurant", nunca fallan.

Ordered Uber eats so I can't speak to the dine in experience…read more Ordered chicken soup-it was salty noodles and broth-no chicken, no vegetables. In the pictures there are both and it was 9$ for basically canned soup. Tasted awful. Ordered spinach croquettes. They were tiny but delicious, well prepared and worth it. Ordered Moro rice-inedible. Dry. Dry. Dry. And the only flavor was salt. Not sure why they would send the last bit of rice from the pot that sat out all day, but that is what I got. Ordered vegetables-the picture is broccoli, cauliflower and carrots in garlic sauce. I got a few pieces of iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, onions and some cucumbers. That pissed me off since it was not at all what I ordered. Maybe I ordered the wrong things, because the review here are pretty positive. Tried to call the restaurant to see why they didn't include the actual vegetables and decided a salad was a good substitute. No answer. So I won't be eating from here again. Disappointed.

Second time ordering food from this restaurant and the experience and food were wonderful. I…read moreordered the lunch bowl with the Lechon asado con maduros, arroz y frijoles, the masas de cerdo both dishes were seasoned and cooked to perfection. Very tender meat. As for beverage I got the delicious and refreshing passion fruit- mango. Although i didn't eat at the restaurant all my food was packed nicely and my beverage was nicely wrap and arrive at perfect temperature including my cold and frozen juice. I can't wait to visit this restaurant in person and continue trying more delicious dishes!! Photos can't do justice to the deliciousness of my food but the photo I took will make you laugh!!