Esquina Cubana | Cuban Restaurant Miami Beach — Restaurant in Miami Beach

Good atmosphere and great food! There's lots of options for food and Cuban food in South Beach but Esquina Cubana is definitely shines.

First up the mojitos are big by default but there's a fishbowl upgrade available. And it's for all the flavor Mojitos so you can't go wrong. You can tell the bar tenders know what they are doing. They aren't using some cheap mix.

The drinks come from the bar. It's a very distinctive decorated well. It's worth seeing at night.

Of course if alcohol isn't your thing there is always coffee. You have the whole range fr espresso to cafe con Leche and other variations.

For appetizer you can't go wrong with either shrimp ceviche or the croquettes. The ceviche came with some salad garnish and banana chips. Perfect additions to add texture and flavor to the dish. It was delightful scooping up with the chips. Now the croquettes....they were something worth writing home about. They were not shaped traditionally, more of a hush puppy size and shape. The flavor was very immense. The beef was cooked so well and the crust was nice and crunchy. A must have!

After being delighted by the appetizers it was time for the main dishes. The ropa vieja was cooked well and with a great flavor. The beef was totally shredded from the slow cooking like it should be. The sauce for it was also done well. It had flavor but was not overwhelmed with oil and fats from the beef reduction. The plantains made it a very satisfying dish. Probably one of the best versions of ropa vieja I have had.

I also go sample the vaca frita for the first time. It was another surprise and delight for the night. Basically is is the same beef used in the ropa vieja but cooked a little differently. It is slow cooked but fried a little at the end. This adds a little more depth and dimension of flavor than the ropa vieja. This may be my new go to dish from now on!

There's a couple choices for dessert. Just go with the traditional dessert. flan or tres leche and you're set. Can't wait to come back...

I recently dined at Esquina Cubana and had an absolutely delightful experience! From the moment I walked in, the warm and inviting atmosphere set the perfect tone for a wonderful meal.

I ordered the Cubano sandwich, and it was nothing short of spectacular! The bread was perfectly toasted, boasting a crispy exterior and a soft, flavorful inside. The layers of savory pork, ham, and melted cheese created a mouthwatering combination, while the pickles added just the right amount of tanginess, perfectly balancing the richness of the sandwich.

What truly made my visit memorable was the exceptional service provided by Priscilla. She was attentive, friendly, and genuinely enthusiastic about the menu. Priscilla made great recommendations, ensuring that I had everything I needed without me having to ask. Her knowledge of the dishes and her passion for Cuban cuisine really shone through, making me feel valued as a customer.

I appreciated how she checked in on me throughout my meal, ensuring that everything was to my liking and that I was thoroughly enjoying my dining experience. It’s clear that Priscilla takes pride in her work and is dedicated to providing top-notch service.

I highly recommend Esquina Cubana to anyone looking for delicious food and a welcoming atmosphere. If you’re lucky enough to have Priscilla as your server, you’re in for a real treat! I can’t wait to return and try more of the menu!

Thank you, Priscilla, for making my visit...

We went for lunch on a Saturday. We were promptly seated outside. There are 4 seats at the bar and the rest of the seating is outside. Take this into consideration based on weather. The outside seating is covered.

We received great service from Geilyn. She checked on us frequently and we were never in need of anything . She brought us complimentary plantain chips.

We started with the empanadas and croquettes. Both were very good. The empanadas were typical, but the croquettes were very unique. They were stuffed with shredded beef (ropa vieja) and melted cheese. The empanadas are on chicken and one beef and are served with a tasty creamy green sauce.

The CHURRASCO sandwich at $38 was a little pricy. It had good flavor and came with potato stix. It is served on pressed Cuban bread.

The roast pork was flavorful and comes with yuca and moros.

The tres leches was of the best I’ve ever had.

The drinks are made with wine and not alcohol. They do not have a liquor license, only a beer and wine license. This made the cocktails much weaker than if they were made with liquor.

There is convenient parking in the public garage on 7th street and Washington Ave. the restroom is shared with other restaurants and it down the sidewalk a few...