Must-see restaurants in Little Havana

  • Versailles

    Little Havana

    Versailles (ver-sigh-yay) is an institution – one of the mainstays of Miami's Cuban gastronomic scene. Try the excellent black-bean soup or the fried…

  • El Carajo

    Little Havana

    Walk past the motor oil inside the Citgo gas station on SW 17th Ave (yes, really!) into this Granadan wine cellar and get yourself a seat at the bar…

  • Lung Yai Thai Tapas

    Little Havana

    This tiny gem in Little Havana has some excellent Thai cooking – and provides a nice change of palate in the area. Chef and owner Bas Trisransi produces a…

  • Doce Provisions

    Little Havana

    For a break from old-school Latin eateries, stop in at Doce Provisions. The industrial interior is stylish and sets the stage for dining on creative…

  • El Nuevo Siglo

    Little Havana

    An unusual location for an eatery, this place is hidden inside a supermarket (El Nuevo Siglo). Foodie-minded locals come for delicious cooking at…

  • Viva Mexico

    Little Havana

    Head up busy 12th Ave for some of the best tacos in Little Havana. From a take-out window, smiling Latin ladies dole out heavenly tacos topped with steak,…

  • San Pocho

    Little Havana

    For a quick journey to Colombia, head to friendly, always hopping San Pocho. The meat-centric menu features hearty platters like bandeja paisa (with…

  • El Rey de Las Fritas

    Little Havana

    If you’ve never had a frita (Cuban-style burger) make your peace with McDonald’s and come down to El Rey with the lawyers, developers, construction…

  • Xixón

    Little Havana

    It takes a lot to stand out in Miami’s crowded tapas-spot stakes. Bread that has a crackling crust and a soft center, delicate explosions of bacalao (cod)…

  • Yambo

    Little Havana

    If you’re a bit drunk in the middle of the night and can find a cab or a friend willing to drive all the way out to Little Havana, direct them to Yambo…

  • Exquisito Restaurant

    Little Havana

    Great Cuban cuisine in the heart of Little Havana – the roast pork has a tangy citrus kick and the ropa vieja (spiced shredded beef and rice) is…

  • Azucar

    Little Havana

    One of Little Havana's oldest ice-cream parlours serves delicious ice cream just like abuela (grandmother) used to make. Deciding isn't easy with dozens…

  • El Cristo

    Little Havana

    A popular hangout among locals, the down-to-earth El Cristo has options from all over the Spanish-speaking world. Lots of people say it’s as good as Calle…