by Rick Munarriz - 406 Reviews - 155 List
There's no liquor involved, but the sugary sweet-bean water packs a caffeinated wallop. A cafecito is a staple at every Cuban eatery, supermarket or bakery. Most of the time, you don't even need to walk inside, as window counters are available to dispense the Cuban octane. Here is where to sip the best ones in style.
Updated: November 07, 2007
Mingle with the politicos--and aspiring politicos--as you slurp away at the front window counter of Miami's most famous Cuban restaurant.
Caffeinated blasts power the tile-turning locals at this domino-playing park. Where's the Latin java breweing? Everywhere. You're in Little Havana! There are a half-dozen places within a block serving the stuff, or find a player with a colada (i.e. - large cafecito, accompanied by small plastic cups) willing to share.
Rich shots of bean water are the perfect chaser after hearty meals at this moderately upscale restaurant.
South Beach oasis for reasonably-priced Cuban eats serves a cafecito so viscous that it can "power the Challenger into orbit" according to reviewer Bill Citara.
Talking politics between swigs in the middle of a strip mall? Now you're talking.
With a half-dozen locations around the city, Versailles' sister concept is there to quench the masses around the clock.
