50 Best Latin American Restaurants near Bay Harbor Islands

“We had a very nice experience on a Sunday evening. The service was very pleasant and fast and the food was delicious and original. We had rolls, takitos, salmon bao bun and desserts:pavlova and nutella dessert. We enjoyed it very much ,recommend it ?❤️“

“spectacular service and food! with the help of my server and the chef, i ordered an octopus and fish ceviche. WOW - out of this world. the chef also sent out extra sauces to make sure i tried all the best flavors for my dish. can't wait to go back.“

“We went for lunch today and it seems that Olima is out of business. We are very sad to learn that. We have been loyal customers for more than 1O years bringing numerous guests from all over the world to experience their amazing food and service. We will miss Alejandro and their team!!! Please let us know if you open in another location. It will be a pleasure to come back!!!“

“What an incredible place, This is the BEST OCTOPUS??? THAT I HAVE EVER EATEN IN MY LIFE, IT IS A MASTER HALLUCINATION CREATED BY THE CHEF, GOKU HIMSELF ATE THIS AND BECAME SAYAYIN, NOT TO TALK ABOUT THE TRIO OF CEVICHES, HOLY GOD WHAT EXQUISITES, EXCELLENT SERVICE GUYS, BEFORE YOU DIE YOU SHOULD EAT “

“Went to this restaurant about two weeks ago and I must say I thought the food was fantastic and full of flavour! The chicken and black beans especially were lovely. I also received good service from Johana, who was very friendly and also gave me a good cocktail recommendation! I'm definitely coming here again.“

“I highly recommend this place, because I went last weekend and I felt very good. I was served by a lady named Greyci, who was very attentive and friendly. The food was also very well prepared and very good tasting. , anyway. I had a great time“

“We are traveling from Vancouver Canada to Miami, and we had this restaurant at our first night. The taste of food is amazing, every flavor is so rich and creamy. The fried red snapper is extremely good. It’s right beside the beach. The sea breeze is very comfortable. Angelica and Dayan give us a warm welcome and the service made our day very memorable“

“We’ve been here for four days and Kim has been amazing!!!! She makes wonderful drinks, great conversation, and has a real local’s POV on the good bars and restaurants. A real delight. Augusto (especially), Yuly, and the Ly added to the energetic vibe and good time. Great service, great food, great people.“

“My husband and I went to this restaurant and were impressed with the treatment we received. From the moment we walked through the door, the owner Juan welcomed us and was very friendly. He gave us the choice of where we wanted to sit. The employees who assisted us were also very good. The food, above all, very good. You feel like you are in Peru and excellent service. Recommended 100%“

“Literally some of the best for you I've ever had in my entire life! If you're looking for authentic Cuban food, stop scrolling, and go here immediately. You may have to have a small weight, but it will be well worth it. The prices are low, the quality of food is high, there's nothing more that you could ever ask for in a restaurant. Do yourself a big favor, and go here multiple times.“

“We loved this place, the food was delicious, Sebastián our waiter was very friendly, always very attentive, he gave us very good recommendations about the food, and the drinks... we had a pitcher of passion fruit mojito and it was very delicious. The very cozy atmosphere. Sitting on the patio was the best choice ?We will return?THANK YOU SEBASTIÁN, you are doing your job very well ?“

“Was welcomed in by friendly greetings, and glad i stayed! We had ceviche tacos, chicken fajitas, de la rosa tacos, and chipotle shrimp tacos. Everything was fresh and delicious! Got a pitcher of mojitos and it was amazing and came with sugar cane! Definitely recommend stopping by. Beautiful patio, great service, thank you gonzalo!!“

“The atmosphere was very awesome the staff is very friendly the performers does an amazing job it keeps you entertained you dance the whole time I sing-along songs this is my second time going and even the first time I had an amazing time this time was even more amazing I recommend everyone that enjoys life to go there with your girlfriends your family I guarantee they will have a very very very good time I had a blast I laughed I danced I sang the whole time I stood up most of the time just a great atmosphere I recommend if I could give them 10 stars I’ll give them 10 stars they deserve it“

“From Boston, short vacation and was really impressed with this new restaurant. We don't have anything like it in Boston. Menu was overwhelming for someone like me although I have been to Peruvian Ceviche places before but this was terrific Thank goodness we had a waiter who was patient and explained it all and although many of our questions may have frustrated him, he took the time to see what we liked and guided us perfectly. The enviroment was large but really interesting and cool. Just wish they open one of these in Boston, it would be a big success Highly recommend the experience“

“Good service. However, the outside area is too crowded. In my opinion the tables are too close together. The main thing is that as many guests as possible can be served. This reduces the quality of dinner. Pasta with cheese cream sauce is not recommended. Very bland.“

“One of the last places we ate at in Miami. Sat outside with a beautiful view. My Guava Mojito was bomb! The table ordered various food to share. We got the Conch Fritters (my favorite), Smashed Avocado (my second favorite), Spinach Empanadas, Chicken Fricassee Empanadas, and Coconut Shrimp.I highly recommend trying this place out! The selection is very fun!“

“I had the opportunity to visit this wonderful place located on the emblematic Ocean Dr. Street. My husband and I arrived for something very quiet, without any desire to drink, and we were greeted at the table by a girl with a wonderful smile. Gabi explained the menu to us and why. The restaurant was called Havana 1957, this girl captivated and made the experience unique and special. 100% recommended The Super pineapple mojito and the super special Cuban Combo.“

“If you’re going to get Cuban food in Miami, this is where you need to go. Not only does the food absolutely slap (and there are a lot more vegetarian options than other Cuban places) but our server Manny made us feel like we were old friends; he gave us his honest opinions, great recommendations, and we’ve even got some new inside jokes.Vegetarian options: Tostones. Love!!“

“I haven't had a chance to dine yet but the airport pickup, check In desk, and bar service was great! I just love Yuri at the bar energy and welcoming spirit! Everything so far has been great. I will do another review after my hotel inspection. So far so good!“

“A little pricey- about $50pp. This is a plate of food, 2 beers,and a soda for 2 people service charge was also already included. Small tables outside. Very small restaurant inside. May not be able to accommodate large parties. Parking is a HUGE issue and may be expensive after 9pm on the weekends. Staff is helpful and always attentive. Food is authentic and VERY GOOD!“

“As someone who loves a good food happy hour menu .... This place is LEGIT, but arrive before 5:30 so you can get a mix of the happy hour and regular dinner menus. Order all the happy hour tapas your heart desires. The clams casino were so good I ended up ordering 3 dishes of them for the table. We also had duck tacos, fried calamari, a dozen chef selected oysters and lamb meatballs. Everything was fiiire as someone who doesn't normally eat oysters the Kusshi oysters were flavorful. For dinner we ordered mushroom grouper (highly recommend bc it's not something you see everywhere) and the Thai snapper entree which is ALSO highly recommended. From the regular happy hour menu the baked oysters with chorizo were bangin. Things to stay away from are the happy hour cosmo drink and conch chowder (tasted diet to me but my wife loved it). I recommend parking at the public parking garage attached. There's a $10 flat rate parking fee which is good for Brickell and convenient. Enjoy!! 9.8 out of 10“

“Boca Bites impresses with its culinary offerings and the quality of its drinks, making it a strong contender in the local dining scene. The food was delicious, and the drinks were exceptional, highlighting the establishment's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Moreover, the manager's caring and delightful demeanor added a personal touch to the dining experience, enhancing the overall ambiance.However, the experience was marred by a small service hiccup. After the manager stepped away for a meeting, a new waiter prematurely presented the check, even though it hadn't been requested. This occurred during happy hour, which added to the discomfort, as the gesture felt abrupt and somewhat discourteous. This incident, albeit minor, detracted from what could have been a flawless visit.In conclusion, Boca Bites offers a fantastic dining experience with its excellent food and drink, underscored by a generally stellar level of service. A bit more attention to consistent customer service could help in avoiding similar issues in the future, ensuring that all patrons leave feeling fully satisfied. Despite the hiccup, Boca Bites is definitely worth a visit for those seeking quality dining in a welcoming atmosphere.“

“This is what flavorful vegan food is all about! From the empanadas to the cachapa…simply heaven in your mouth. Thank you for giving us a nice treat while we were here in Miami.Vegetarian options: It’s a totally vegan menuDietary restrictions: We don’t eat meat, fish, dairy or eggs.“

“My boyfriend and I sat at the bar with Laura. We enjoyed the bar tasting and added one of each al la carte item. While the whole experience was fun, I think we both enjoyed Laura more than the food. The 18 course sit down was a little more food than either of us wanted for a late dinner, and by sitting at the bar we got to watch and interact with some of the staff. While we want to go to the DC location for the entire experience, our shorter version was perfect.“

“I got takeout but picked it up at the restaurant which is very nicely decorated. I got the whole chicken with rice and fried yucca.Overall the chicken was good but could be more moist. The rice was very dry but the yucca was really good. I’m willing to try again!“

“Didn't even know it was there, just happened to walk by and decided to pop in - what an unexpected delight! The food was excellent (the ropa vieja empanadas were meaty and filling), and the happy hour prices are unbeatable. Our server was incredibly friendly, really enjoyed just chatting with him. The decor really captures both modern outside and "Old Florida" inside, with plenty of patio doors, giving it an airy indoor-outdoor flow.Apparently there's live music on Fridays from 5:00/6:00-7:00/8:00, so we'll definitely be back.Wheelchair accessibility: Wide hallways, very even surfaces.“

“I had an incredible experience at this amazing place! The food was absolutely delicious, and the service was top-notch. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience. Not only is the price reasonable, but the quality of the coffee is also outstanding.“

“Na een lange reisdag heerlijk gegeten. Wellicht bijzonder om tijdens een Amerika reis in een Italiaans restaurant te belanden maar we hebben er zeker geen spijt van. Pizza met BBQ chicken en een lekkere pasta. Voornamelijk de bediening van Sabrina was voortreffelijk ?“

“It is a food truck that has a seating area, where they serve roasted chicken. If you go, make sure to ask for the yucca fries, truly amazing. The chicken is probably one of the juiciest chickens you will ever eat, and the sides are varied And very tasty.If you’re in the mood for fantastic chicken, this is the place“

“Super good service in this restaurant. They invited me to a birthday shot and the waiters who served me (Tina and Yail) were very nice and super attentive all the time. The food here is very delicious and the place is very beautiful. I highly recommend it!“

“Peaceful and relaxing spot. The staff was great, especially our bartender Kostas, a real professional with knowledge of how to make perfect cocktails. Also, the food was tasty. The restaurant was clean and bright Will be coming back! Thank you so much Chimba ?“

“Very cozy local spot with amazing servers and wait staff. It is an authentic Latino experience within a city that can be anything but sometimes. Highly recommend an evening here. Thanks to everyone for consistently great experiences.Parking: Small paid parking lot and free parking on some of the surrounding streets.Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp leading into the restaurant“

“We were greeted when we entered and given an overview of how to order and all the menu items. Ordering was very easy, and all items could be customized. We scanned our drink items that we obtained from the adjacent cooler and paid with our mobile device. We found a table and waited for our order to be ready. We ordered the chicken shawarma and short rib pockets with sides of fries. The pockets had so much flavor, and we should have split an order of fries. All the staff were courteous and were busy keeping the tables clean. We will definitely come back if we are in the area.“

“Stopped by this food truck after flying into town for the 1st time. Had some salmon, salad, tostones, a steak sandwich, and a creamy smoothie — all were delicious. Parking is in the lot sharing with a photo studio. There’s a cute, artsy outside eating space too with psychedelic tunes playing and the owner checked on us to make sure we were good. Definitely recommend!“

“Honestly, we've been told food in this area is very overpriced and not always reaching the quality level. But let me tell you...This place is a huge gem. Amazing amazing food! We saw they tood their time to get us the best place to be seated and we left the place with a huge smile.If I ever go back to Miami Beach, this will be a must go place.I highly recommend it!Kid-friendliness: My kids love calamari here... My daughter told me it is the most delicious restaurant she have tried ever! Just saying....“

“Excellent service, delicious food, traditional music and comfortable price...!! The flavor and atmosphere transports you to our beautiful homeland Bolivia!! Highly recommended... they also offer you a game of cachito... to have a fun time... thank you very much Pamela and Dany!! In the photos you can see everything my family and I were able to enjoy!“

“We came to south Florida for family spring break. I have fond memories of empanadas and wanted my kids to experience them. Looked for a place with good reviews and ended here. They had a 4.9 at the time, and that was underrated. The flavors were sharp, crisp, juicy, and experimental as well as traditional. All were great and the shell seemed to magically not get soggy despite juicy fillings.The owner kept us entertained while we ate with flavor explanations, recipes for sauces and tales of the area. My kids didn’t even rush to get back to their switches.Thank you for making empanadas a fun memory for my kids!“

“This was my first time here. I was in town because I missed my flight. The receptionist at the hotel recommended this spot because their menu was extensive. I enjoyed my time here. They gave sooooo much food. I wanted a good espresso. They brought out some pan cubano....so good with butter. They took my order fast. I was here on Friday morning. I ordered an omelet, which came with café con leche, and some Cuban hash browns. Lots of food. They have a bathroom and outdoor seating.“

“The food was delicious, the music was great, and the ambiance romantic. It was a great vibe. Having said that, we were a large party, and if restaurants can’t serve large parties in a timely manner, they should be better prepared. It took TWO HOURS to be served dinner, which is unacceptable.“

“Great restaurant tucked away in a motel. But when you walk from the lobby of the motel into the restaurant, you're transported into a great little restaurant. Parking isn't well labeled, but there is nearby parking at the motel.Dietary restrictions: Kosher“

“Excellent Service, Juliana and Estefaníe are the ones when it comes to making a good recommendation regarding the menu, the taste of the food is super good, I recommend this place 100% ……Excellent Service, Juliana and Estefaníe are the ones when it comes to making a good recommendation regarding the menu, the taste of the food is super good, I recommend this place 100%.“

“I have been to this place a couple of times and it has already become one of my best places to eat; Being Peruvian I can say that the food has a very similar flavor to what they prepare in Peru, one of the dishes that I have repeated is the ceviche tostones and they are delicious ?? The prices are affordable and the staff is very friendly!“

“First time here. In on a Wednesday at 5:30.Very nice inside. Not busy. FREE WI FIORDERED:Romo's Churrasco med. rare.with rice and beans $21Perfectly cooked, good flavor, tender but very small.Next time I will offer to pay more for more meat.Plantains $2.99 for 3 small pieces.TO GO:Cuban sandwich $7.99 OK for the price.Flan $3.99 Small but good for the price.Service was OK but she never came back to see ifeverything was OK. Had to ask for more water.I will give them another try.“

“They may not need another positive review, but here it is: if you want authentic Cuban food with waiters who will also most likely have an authentic thick accent and who may even help you discipline your malcreado child isn't polite then eat here. My 88 year-old Cuban American mother approves.“

“We ate dinner here. The food was absolutely delicious! I had the Chicken Marsala. The burger my son in law ordered was huge! I intended to watch him attempt to eat it, but after my first bite, all my attention was on my own meal. Generous portions and Igor was the sweetest host. I would 100% eat there again-and will, when we visit Miami Beach again. My only concern is that the restaurant is a bit hard to find. It’s inside a hotel, and there’s no sign directing you to the location. A place such as this needs exposure! Thanks so much, Igor, and good luck to you and your partners.“

“Absolutely amazing! Traveled from Texas and had the luck of finding this bakery ! Five star! Cubano was amazing! The beef empanada best flavor I have ever had in an empanada! Don’t miss out! Not only good food but the staff was friendly and sweet! Ohh and don’t forget the COFFEE!!! Thank you the big TEXAS family!“

“No frills Cuban restaurant with walk up window for take out orders! Food was good portion inexpensive but a little bland which could probably of been corrected with salt and pepper but I got take out and forgot to ask for it! Mainly Spanish is spoken here with some broken EnglishParking is plentiful - lots of other Cuban Restaurants in this area! Would go again and just request more spices on my meal !Parking: In a strip mall easy parking!“

“Loved the Matador. The food and drinks were excellent, service was attentive and friendly, and the vibes are great.We had a pea guacamole, which was flavorful and fresh. Good combination of flavors and came with a generous portion of tortilla chips.The octopus appetizer was truly exceptional — and my octopus standards are particularly high, if I may say so myself. Full of flavor, soft, and yet cooked through and not slimy at all. Loved that dish.The snapper entree was also fantastic — fresh, very tasty, cooked to perfection, and a good portion.Lastly the coconut tres leches dessert was so great we ordered it again through room service a couple of nights later.Great place!“

“I tried the Toston burger and it was delicious. I loved the idea of ​​replacing the hamburger bun with banana. In addition, all the ingredients were of very good quality. All the staff were super friendly. I will definitely go again. Highly recommended!“

“The staff was so nice and attentive. Certainly had a great variety to choose from. My food didn't take long to get served and everything was amazing. No lie a surprise because they had a good amount of customer's this day. Thank you El Bajareque for the little corner of home.“