Must see restaurants in 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…

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…

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…

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…

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

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,…

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

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…

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)…

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…

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…

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…

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…