Caribe Cafe Restaurant

4.2(816)

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Location & Hours

Address

8228 W Flagler St
Miami, Florida 33144
United States

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Hours

Current open or closed status is unavailable.

Monday7:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Tuesday7:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Wednesday7:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Thursday7:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Friday7:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Saturday7:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Sunday8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Contact & Links

Contact Information

(305) 266-7170

About Caribe Cafe Restaurant

Latin fare from breakfast to entrees served in a simple space with counter seats & a covered patio.

Price range: moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on April 18, 2025.

4.2/5

Based on 816 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Alexander K

a year ago

Server didn’t speak little English and I know less Spanish but she was patient and very pleasant and helpful with the menu and items. Food was prepared quickly, and the plates were full! Right parking...

Alfredo Gomez

9 months ago

I had an extremely disappointing experience at El Caribe Restaurant. I ordered a chicken milanese with no red sauce, but instead, it arrived drenched in sauce. The chicken breast was old, soggy, and t...

Mica Garrett

a year ago

Food was okay, but served cold. I had revuelto con espinaca, which was good after adding salt. Orange juice is freshly-squeezed oranges with no ice, served warm.

Yolanda Santa Cruz

6 years ago

They made the best cuban food that I've tried in years!! (I'm from Cuba). Loved their black beans as well as the garbanzo soup. Great customer service. It's very authentic and totally worth the experi...

ralph brand

5 years ago

Definitely a must stop if in the area. No one there spoke English but they tried very hard. Food was amazing! Best Cuban sandwich I’ve ever eaten. I don’t know the name of the shrimp dish I got but it...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

The restaurant generally provides a satisfactory dining experience, although experiences vary widely, reflected in the mixed ratings. Some customers had exceptional experiences, while others were highly disappointed.

Customer Favorites

The Cuban sandwich is frequently praised, with one reviewer calling it the "best" they've ever had. Other well-received items include black beans, garbanzo soup, and a shrimp dish featuring plantains, chorizo, and pork skins.

Atmosphere & Service

The staff is noted for being patient and helpful, even with language barriers. Some reviewers noted that the staff does not speak much English, but they try their best to accommodate customers.

Value & Quality

Portion sizes are generally perceived as generous. However, food quality is inconsistent; some found the food amazing and authentic, while others described it as old, soggy, or cold.

Areas for Improvement

Consistency in food quality, especially freshness and temperature, needs attention. Specifically, the preparation and ingredients of dishes like the chicken milanese and revuelto con espinaca need improvement.

Recent Trends

A recent negative review highlights concerns about food quality and freshness. This suggests a potential decline in food standards that needs to be addressed.