This yummy local Cuban joint has people coming in for delectable black beans, cheap breakfasts, and perfectly seasoned bistec de puerco.
Best of Miami 2013- Best Breakfast: El Palacido De Lose Jugos. Try their Chicharron, a deep fried swine rind smeared with fat, accompanied with an array of fresh fruit juices. Leia mais.
Best of Miami 2013- Best Croquetas: Islas Canarias. If you can't choose between ham, chicken or fish, don't worry. Islas Canarias has all three and for a delicious price. Leia mais.
The restaurant also serves classics: chunks of fried pork, bistec de palomilla, and a mighty fine tamal con mojo, usually about $11 to $12 per dish.
This late night spot attracts the locals and the tourists, who probably would not be able to get deep friend greasy quality cuban food in Miami Beach.
Family-owned Cuban cafeteria Morro Castle has been Hialeah's source for good, affordable bistec de palomilla, tostones, and moro. Leo Villalba prides himself in making everything from scratch.
Exquisito is conveniently located across the street from Azucar Ice Cream Company, a perfect afternoon involving tostones at Exquisito and then sweet plantain ice cream at Azucar.
At La Rosa, the fare is solid, the ambiance is classy, and the complimentary mariquitas are always served fresh out of the fryer.
This little Hialeah joint sells 25 croquetitas for $4.50 (what a steal!). This eatery has served chuletas, lechón asado, and, on the weekends, rabo encendido. It also serves a damn good arroz frito.
The menu features old standbys, like ropa vieja, vaca frita, and chicharrón de pollo.This mom-and-pop eatery makes the list because it's just downright charming, affordable, and all-around consistent.
