I came here for breakfast with my mom and brother and really loved this little cafe. It felt so…read morenice to be somewhere "normal" again. No focus on aesthetics or trendy decor, just a classic, old-school atmosphere. There were a few tables filled, a couple of people at the bar, and a steady stream of to-go orders. It reminded me of life before the pandemic. I don't live in the area, but if I did I'd probably become a regular. The food was exactly what you'd expect from a spot like this, not sensational, but solid and satisfying.

We ordered a cuban sandwich, media noche and 2 mango shakes. We ordered take out so I can't…read morecomment on the restaurant. However the food we ate and the shakes were delicious. My only comment is to make sure you order two shakes each you won't regret it.

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 best Colombian food hands down, so delicious and service was incredible. This is the first yelp…read morereview I leave btw, amazing!

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!

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.

Food was great, very nice host, and for the price you can't beat it! Food does take a little long…read moreto be served but worth it.

Huge portion on the meal we got, the mixed grill for 2. The food came out a little slow but it was…read moregood. Lots of variety in what we ordered. It's a good place and we would return. Authentic Colombian. Also, please note this restaurant is under new ownership. The bad reviews on here were left prior to the current owner taking over. Give it a try! It's good.

We had the chicharrones and an empanada, both bad. The chicharrones were bland and soft not…read morecrunchy, i literally spit it out in a napkin. Nothing special. Service is not good at all, they take forever, they have an attitude and seem like they just dont care at all. As a Colombian myself, I wont come back.

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!!

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.

Must go to wile in Miami. Get the ribs with TWO sides of fried yuca. You'll thank me later, for…read moresure!!!

It's a cool local place that I will skip on future trips to Miami…read more I went looking for chicken wings, walked away with tamales and pork that I trashed. I entered and it was clearly a spanish speaking establishment which is cool. I was sat and given a menu. There was a language barrier so I pointed to menu items. Full list of list of drinks and beer but every beer I pointed to they did not have apparently so I got a margarita but that was full of a premade mix so I asked for a glass of sparkling wine thinking no one could mess up a simple pour. Weirdest glass of sparkling wine (they call it a martini and garnish it with a sugar rim). Fine. I ordered the tamales and she brought pork with it which was nice but I was full of the margarita mix so I couldn't possibly finish. I trashed the take out on the way to the airport. The language barrier was too great but I recommend to other who would have no such issue.

I am going to admit, I was skeptical of this new restaurant since it replaced Big Slick's Deli,…read morewhich was a delightful sandwich and grill restaurant. I had been salty about Big Slick's having closed, but it is time to move on. I saw some photos of the food from Bella's and decided to try it before remaining salty, so I ordered food for pickup tonight. They're on your usual delivery apps and have website ordering. I walked in before 8 PM and was a little surprised that there were 2 people separately eating in the restaurant. It had lounge lighting and decor, but it looked casual, since you still would place an order and pay at the front counter (still has the deli setup). To tell you how deserted the counter was, a child was sitting on the stool and had to get a staff member from the back in order for her to give me my order. I left wishing it were a little more happening, especially with the setup. But the food? Wonderful. I got to Griot Parmesan, which is griot (fried pork) and pikliz topping parmesan alfredo penne. THIS is ultimate comfort food! The penne had the great rounded flavor of parmesan and garlic without being overly creamy or heavy, the griot was so tender and evaporated that the fat on it was melty, and the pikliz was a tremendous accent to the dish with its spicy vinegar flavor. I can't remember the last time I liked alfredo pasta so much. It looks to me like Bella's is churning out some lovely Caribbean food. I hope this place gets more exposure so that more people can try it out for themselves!

This place is no longer Bella's Caribbean food but a Mexican food spot. Although the people were…read morenice, coming from California where Mexican food is the best since we are next door to Mexico, the food here is now subpar. I miss Bella's :( if you want Caribbean food in Miami's go to Pierre's or Au Bon Gout. I will post about those restaurants soon!