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Good place to eat in Miami Beach and affordable prices as well. Love the Cuban sandwiches. Recommend this little gem. Popular with locals and tourists. Check them out.
Very unassuming place, but had delicious cheese pupusas! The ladies were very friendly and kind, and the bathroom was clean.
I'm back in after 10 years and it's as delicious and super local as usual. Came back for lunch later with my partner too. Cortadito and juices are always my favorite stop here with out all the tourists and touristy prices
stopped by for a quick breakfast and probably had one of the best cuban sandwiches ever! prices are super cheap too given the location. worker was very kind and also referred to me as papá which was nice
I went to this cafe late Sunday night, around 10:30pm. They are very reasonably priced compared to other places. We ordered the steak plate (comes with 3 sides per order) and the chicken breast plate. The food tasted great. The chicken was a little dry, but the spicy sauce and flavorful rice makes up for it. The steak was very good. I would have loved to return for their fresh squeezed juice the next day, but service was not good. The two-star rating is for the service. The food is a 4, the service was a 1. I didn't feel welcome in this restaurant. Not one server spoke upon arrival or while sitting at the bar for 15 minutes. We went to the register to order, and the woman was snippy and not friendly. We waited 30-40 minutes for the food, then I noticed that it had been sitting on the back counter for 10 minutes before she finally brought it over. Not sure what the purpose of the unfriendliness was, as we waited quietly and patiently; but I will not return. There are too many other Cuban options around the corner.
Best cafe in Miami. Go get your pastele tamale fix. Also, good soup. Make sure to get a tamale before they sell out.
A chill location to experience great Cuban food in South Beach. Easy to walk to and there is Bar top seating or you could easily take it to go. Everyone is extremely friendly and make great suggestions! Most agree that you can't go wrong with any option. I loved my chicken fajitas and the butter avocado and fresh tortilla gave it the extra mile. The fajita sauce was just too good. The yellow rice was a great side, very fresh rice too. My friends had the Cuban and chicken sandwiches. Both loved them and I definitely enjoyed the Cuban sandwich as well. Honestly you can't go wrong with any choice.
This is your typical mama y papa estilo Cubano sandwich shop. None of the South Beach I'm in Miami fufu vibes but on some real authentic Cubano vibe with the ladies cracking jokes and chisme behind the counter as you drink your cafecito con leche. We had the Philly Cheesesteak and the Sandwich Cubano. Both hearty and filling, reasonably priced without breaking the bank, and more satisfying than some of the other high priced restaurants nearby. You can tell its a local spot as the ladies behind the counter knew the customers by name and by order. I even got to know the man they call "El Profesor." Listen, whoever this man was, it was a moment and the ladies there love giving him a hard time in the most we appreciate and love you manner. To be a regular here would be nice. It's not fancy by any means, and is quite small with counter space in two areas. Def a place that is busy in the morning but so glad we tried it. Menu is large, I don't think you can go wrong with anything and there is def something there for everybody. We ordered a side of plantains and even that was enough to share with 4 people. They weren't sweet but that has nothing to do with establishment. May not have been the season yet for them. A place I'd come back to after a night of dancing to get a morning fix and cafe con chisme.
This family owned and operated Playa Cafe offers excellent home style cooking food, and friendly customer service thats populat to locals and tourists alike. Located in the heart of South Beach, this is an excellent choice if you're craving for Caribbean, Latin, Spanish, Cuban anf Central American Cuisine. They also serve their breakfast combos with fresh coffee choices and freshly squeezed orange juice. They also serve sandwiches, tacos, tamales, wraps, salads, croquetas, empanadas and desserts like flan, caramel cakes, arroz con leche, bread pudding and tres leches. One of my favorit meql is the Arroz con Calamares which is just rice cooked with squid meat and squid ink. It is very tasty and the meat is cooked to perfection. Beef and Chicken Fajitas were good too and it is served with your choice of 2 sides with these to chiose from, white rice, yellow rice, salad, plantain, french fries and black beans It is located in 15th Street Washington Avenue, a few minutes walk from the beach, hotels and Lincoln Road Shopping Center.
EVERYTHING WAS AMAZING HERE! I read reviews before going here and I had pretty decent expectations but wow what an incredible find. This is authentic and flavorful. The staff were kind and welcoming. From the outside looking in, it doesn't look like much but absolutely immaculate food. I have zero complaints and there's nothing I can think of that would have made it better. I will definitely return here when I visit Miami again.
We were in South Beach and needed breakfast but wanted someplace low key and not really foofoo but still wanted that South Beach vibe. Get my drift? We found this little hole in the wall restaurant that was literally right around the corner from our hotel on Collins Ave but tucked away so it wasn't too busy. Definitely a locals spot! If you're looking for a good Cuban breakfast place that's nice on the pockets, you found the right place. We were pleasantly surprised by how good the food was here. My husband got the steak and eggs with a side of beans, plantain, and fried cheese. Delicious! I had to make him share with me because I just got bacon and eggs lol. Their bread was also surprisingly good - just buttered and toasted to perfection. Their orange juice is freshly squeezed along with the smoothies that they offer. I would definitely come here again!!
Cramped no frills single counter diner serving up tasty Cuban food at a very reasonable price. The menu is pretty large, but it's basically permutations on sandwiches and thin meats that can be quickly cooked on the grill / griddle. Puerto Sagua is probably a better choice if you want more of the slow cooked stewed dishes or fish dishes, but Playa Cafe is good for quick and filling. Chicharrones de Pollo: Billed as an appetizer, but it comes out at the same time as your meal. So it essentially becomes a pretty meaty and tasty side dish. Despite using no batter, they are so crispy. They us bone-in chicken chunks. And really great with some fresh squeezed lime. I especially like how the chicken skin was extremely crunchy like a pork rind. Queso Frito: Also billed as an appetizer, but comes out with your meal. Essentially a lightly deep fried chunk of queso fresco. Pairs very well with rice and beans, even when you're eating a meal past breakfast. Bistec de Palomilla: Very thinly pounded steak nicely griddled. And lots of yummy onions on top. Not a steakhouse kinda steak, but a great value for the price. Especially filling with the white rice, soupy black beans and sweet plantains. Marinated Pork: A pork cutlet covered in spices and charred a bit on the grill. Really flavorful. Like you definitely need the rice and beans to counter it. But so delicious. Maybe even more personality than the palomilla steak. Maracuya: Frozen passionfruit pulp blended with water, ice and a healthy dose of sugar. Turns into a deliciously sweet and tropical smoothie to pair with the savory meals.
The food at Playa Cafe is authentic and tasty!! We had lunch from there 3 times on our last trip to South Beach. We enjoyed stuffed plantains, Cuban sandwiches, ham/egg/cheese breakfast sandwiches, croquette sandwiches, and tres leches cake. Every single thing we ordered was delicious, filling, and reasonably priced. The cafe is very small with just some stools at 2 counters. The food comes out from the kitchen quickly. It's great for a quick stop or takeout! Their menu is huge and I can't wait to work my way through it!! read more
Look no further for authentic Cuban food. It gives diner vibes. Order to eat in for a quick bite or order to go. They give a discount to state employees so it is always busy but the food is cooked quickly. Perfection takes time. They are my go to breakfast spot in Miami. If the Cuban sandwich had a MOJO sauce it would be a 5!! I like my sandwich saucy and moist. My family all loved their Cubano as they were. read more
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9 months ago
Good place to eat in Miami Beach and affordable prices as well. Love the Cuban sandwiches. Recommend this little gem. Popular with locals and tourists. Check them out. read more
2 years ago
I'm back in after 10 years and it's as delicious and super local as usual. Came back for lunch later with my partner too. Cortadito and juices are always my favorite stop here with out all the tourists and touristy prices read more
8 months ago
stopped by for a quick breakfast and probably had one of the best cuban sandwiches ever! prices are super cheap too given the location. worker was very kind and also referred to me as papá which was nice read more
3 years ago
I went to this cafe late Sunday night, around 10:30pm. They are very reasonably priced compared to other places. We ordered the steak plate (comes with 3 sides per order) and the chicken breast plate. The food tasted great. The chicken was a little dry, but the spicy sauce and flavorful rice makes up for it. The steak was very good. I would have loved to return for their fresh squeezed juice the next day, but service was not good. The two-star rating is for the service. The food is a 4, the service was a 1. I didn't feel welcome in this restaurant. Not one server spoke upon arrival or while sitting at the bar for 15 minutes. We went to the register to order, and the woman was snippy and not friendly. We waited 30-40 minutes for the food, then I noticed that it had been sitting on the back counter for 10 minutes before she finally brought it over. Not sure what the purpose of the unfriendliness was, as we waited quietly and patiently; but I will not return. There are too many other Cuban options around the corner. read more
1 year ago
Best cafe in Miami. Go get your pastele tamale fix. Also, good soup. Make sure to get a tamale before they sell out. read more
11 months ago
3 years ago
A chill location to experience great Cuban food in South Beach. Easy to walk to and there is Bar top seating or you could easily take it to go. Everyone is extremely friendly and make great suggestions! Most agree that you can't go wrong with any option. I loved my chicken fajitas and the butter avocado and fresh tortilla gave it the extra mile. The fajita sauce was just too good. The yellow rice was a great side, very fresh rice too. My friends had the Cuban and chicken sandwiches. Both loved them and I definitely enjoyed the Cuban sandwich as well. Honestly you can't go wrong with any choice. read more
4 years ago
This is your typical mama y papa estilo Cubano sandwich shop. None of the South Beach I'm in Miami fufu vibes but on some real authentic Cubano vibe with the ladies cracking jokes and chisme behind the counter as you drink your cafecito con leche. We had the Philly Cheesesteak and the Sandwich Cubano. Both hearty and filling, reasonably priced without breaking the bank, and more satisfying than some of the other high priced restaurants nearby. You can tell its a local spot as the ladies behind the counter knew the customers by name and by order. I even got to know the man they call "El Profesor." Listen, whoever this man was, it was a moment and the ladies there love giving him a hard time in the most we appreciate and love you manner. To be a regular here would be nice. It's not fancy by any means, and is quite small with counter space in two areas. Def a place that is busy in the morning but so glad we tried it. Menu is large, I don't think you can go wrong with anything and there is def something there for everybody. We ordered a side of plantains and even that was enough to share with 4 people. They weren't sweet but that has nothing to do with establishment. May not have been the season yet for them. A place I'd come back to after a night of dancing to get a morning fix and cafe con chisme. read more
3 years ago
This family owned and operated Playa Cafe offers excellent home style cooking food, and friendly customer service thats populat to locals and tourists alike. Located in the heart of South Beach, this is an excellent choice if you're craving for Caribbean, Latin, Spanish, Cuban anf Central American Cuisine. They also serve their breakfast combos with fresh coffee choices and freshly squeezed orange juice. They also serve sandwiches, tacos, tamales, wraps, salads, croquetas, empanadas and desserts like flan, caramel cakes, arroz con leche, bread pudding and tres leches. One of my favorit meql is the Arroz con Calamares which is just rice cooked with squid meat and squid ink. It is very tasty and the meat is cooked to perfection. Beef and Chicken Fajitas were good too and it is served with your choice of 2 sides with these to chiose from, white rice, yellow rice, salad, plantain, french fries and black beans It is located in 15th Street Washington Avenue, a few minutes walk from the beach, hotels and Lincoln Road Shopping Center. read more
2 years ago
EVERYTHING WAS AMAZING HERE! I read reviews before going here and I had pretty decent expectations but wow what an incredible find. This is authentic and flavorful. The staff were kind and welcoming. From the outside looking in, it doesn't look like much but absolutely immaculate food. I have zero complaints and there's nothing I can think of that would have made it better. I will definitely return here when I visit Miami again. read more
4 years ago
We were in South Beach and needed breakfast but wanted someplace low key and not really foofoo but still wanted that South Beach vibe. Get my drift? We found this little hole in the wall restaurant that was literally right around the corner from our hotel on Collins Ave but tucked away so it wasn't too busy. Definitely a locals spot! If you're looking for a good Cuban breakfast place that's nice on the pockets, you found the right place. We were pleasantly surprised by how good the food was here. My husband got the steak and eggs with a side of beans, plantain, and fried cheese. Delicious! I had to make him share with me because I just got bacon and eggs lol. Their bread was also surprisingly good - just buttered and toasted to perfection. Their orange juice is freshly squeezed along with the smoothies that they offer. I would definitely come here again!! read more
1 year ago
Cramped no frills single counter diner serving up tasty Cuban food at a very reasonable price. The menu is pretty large, but it's basically permutations on sandwiches and thin meats that can be quickly cooked on the grill / griddle. Puerto Sagua is probably a better choice if you want more of the slow cooked stewed dishes or fish dishes, but Playa Cafe is good for quick and filling. Chicharrones de Pollo: Billed as an appetizer, but it comes out at the same time as your meal. So it essentially becomes a pretty meaty and tasty side dish. Despite using no batter, they are so crispy. They us bone-in chicken chunks. And really great with some fresh squeezed lime. I especially like how the chicken skin was extremely crunchy like a pork rind. Queso Frito: Also billed as an appetizer, but comes out with your meal. Essentially a lightly deep fried chunk of queso fresco. Pairs very well with rice and beans, even when you're eating a meal past breakfast. Bistec de Palomilla: Very thinly pounded steak nicely griddled. And lots of yummy onions on top. Not a steakhouse kinda steak, but a great value for the price. Especially filling with the white rice, soupy black beans and sweet plantains. Marinated Pork: A pork cutlet covered in spices and charred a bit on the grill. Really flavorful. Like you definitely need the rice and beans to counter it. But so delicious. Maybe even more personality than the palomilla steak. Maracuya: Frozen passionfruit pulp blended with water, ice and a healthy dose of sugar. Turns into a deliciously sweet and tropical smoothie to pair with the savory meals. read more
3 years ago
Walking the Miami south beach area looked up playa ...on yelp GB PS sent me down the street...had to check out...stop by while taco hoping..order the 3 tacos with meat and a corona beer shared with wife was very tasty and service was very polite and courteous . Their breakfast menu looks good I want to try..if I get a chance when I am in Miami...and the price is right for area read more
Iykyk!!! I could eat all my meals here the whole time I'm in Miami, literally breakfast lunch and dinner. I always feel at home. Everyone is like family and so friendly! The service is great, but don't come here if you're in a rush. We're on island time here and it is always packed and busy because the food is so fresh and delicious! If you want a home cooked meal with fresh ingredients at a fair price for South Beach, then this is your spot! The fresh juices and smoothies are a must and the coffee is delicious as well. Like I said, they don't miss and you can't go wrong with anything on the menu! read more
4 years ago
First experience with Latin (not Mexican) cuisine! I knew a Cubano was a must for a visit to Miami, so I walked over to Playa after scoring street parking a couple of blocks away. To my delight, I was the only English-speaking person there, so I figured, must be good right? *cubano ($9.50): layers of ham, roast pork, Swiss cheese, dill pickles, Mayo, and mustard pressed between Cuban bread slices. This was hearty and so tasty, that a swarm of sea gulls picked at it when I tried eating a 1/2 sub on Miami Beach. Thankfully, I caught a Mexican family's eye and they helped to ward off the birds. NEVER AGAIN LOL. *arroz con leche/rice pudding ($4): maybe I waited too long to eat this, but this was slightly sour. I wasn't a fan. *horchata ($5): Playa's is extremely creamy, which was heavenly to me. I'd be interested to try other things on my next visit! Gracias, Playa Cafe. P.S. Tagalog, which I speak a bit of, has a bit of overlap with Spanish. I overheard the staff members referring to me as a Chinese princess. AHAHA read more
2 years ago
Definitely a hidden treasure at Miami beach! Great prices for great food. We had the cuban combo with fries and drink for about $14, which is great for this area. The fries were just okay, but the cuban amazing and large! read more
After dinner on the Bay Side, we walked around looking for an authentic tres leches cake. At first there were many more touristy looking spots, with overpriced looking tres leches, if they had it at all on the menu. Finally, we came here. It was a long walk, but totally worth it. read more
4 years ago
DELICIOUS. All I have to say. Authentic. Cheap. And YUMMY. Will be back so happy this popped up on yelp when I was looking for lunch, solo, in my gym clothes. Perfect casual, if you can get a spot at the counter! Anything will be good here. Promise! read more
2 years ago
After eating food at 6-8 different restaurants all week, this by far was the best food this week. Not only is it cheap but the portions are MASSIVE. My plate could've fed 2 adults and a kid. The coffee is really good. The cashier was nice. read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
This is a place that makes you feel right at home. The menu is extremely budget friendly and the food is good. My go to place when I don't want to spend too much on breakfast or lunch read more
2 stars bc not only was the food mediocre, but it also took me and my friends 45 min to an hour to get our food. We ordered separately but the first person got their food after 45 min and the last person got their food after 1 hour. I got the Ceibeno de Carne Asada and while the flavors were good, the meat was not tender and everything was kind of soggy. read more
3 years ago
This place is small but the food is delicious I really enjoyed it and will be back. The pineapple empanadas were delicious and the chicken was great!! read more
A small little no frills cafe. The food was amazing and the price is great. They don't speak a lot of English but very willing to help and try. The midnight sandwich was our favorite !! Would recommend if you're in Miami for their sandwiches! read more
2 years ago
If I could give them 0 stars I would because this place doesn't even deserve 1 star. Avoid ordering from here. The food that I ordered through Uber eats from them was absolutely disgusting. Even though I was so hungry I could eat anything , I took a bite of what they called "enchiladas" and I wanted to throw up. It tasted like absolute garbage. Nothing like an actual enchiladas. Their empanada was so dry and so bad I spit it out. My dog wouldn't even eat this trash. This place should be banned from all platforms. read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
This prefect little dive, food is absolutely delicious! Had the fresh orange juice and the Cuban sandwich, hot fries. read more
Legit hole in the wall in South Beach. Came in for lunch on a Tuesday and the counter was full. Outdoor seating is also available. Menu is extensive, it can take a long time to decide what to order if you're not a regular. I decided to order the bistek and the wife got the garlic shrimp in cream sauce. Both dishes were pretty damn good. Kinda heavy for lunch, in retrospect, I probably would've gotten just a sandwich instead. Nonetheless, definitely with a try. read more
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1515 Washington Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
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