La Carreta
La Carreta has fed Miami's Cuban community since 1976. Generous portions of classic Cuban fare — ropa vieja, picadillo, and the definitive medianoche — at honest prices. Open late (midnight Mon–Thu, Fri–Sat until 12 AM Sat). A stalwart of the Calle Ocho corridor.
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The Story
The first La Carreta opened on Calle Ocho in 1976, built inside a former diner trailer known as the Wagon Wheel; the wooden wheel from that structure became the inspiration for the restaurant's horse-drawn cart logo.
Deals
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The Vibe
La Carreta has fed Miami's Cuban community since 1976. Generous portions of ropa vieja, picadillo, and the definitive medianoche at honest prices — open late, reliable every time, and exactly what the neighborhood needs.
What to Order
- Medianoche — the definitive medianoche sandwich on egg bread — a house signatureLa Carreta menu
- Picadillo — ground beef with olives, capers, tomato sauce — Cuban comfort stapleLa Carreta menu
- Ropa Vieja — slow-braised shredded beef, served with rice and beansLa Carreta menu
- Setting
- Indoor dining
- View
- None
- Formality
- Casual
- Music
- Background Music
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