Neighborhood Guide: Little Havana

by Rick Munarriz - Citysearch Contributor - 338 Reviews - 131 Lists

Updated: December 22, 2008

You haven't seen Miami until you've hit a few spots down Calle Ocho, where Cuban culture is always on display and in fashion.

Little Havana Restaurants

Versailles Restaurant
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3555 SW Eighth St, Miami, FL 33135 (map)

Ground zero for exiles and aspiring politicos looking to exchange animated conversations between sips of potent cafecitos.
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Exquisito Restaurant
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1510 SW 8 St, Miami, FL 33135 (map)

All of the Cuban standard entrees and sandwiches are served up at this casual award-winning eatery.
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Casa Panza Restaurant
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1620 SW Eighth St, Miami, FL 33135 (map)

Spanish restaurant turns up the entertainment value at night with live flamenco dancing and guitar picking.
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Taqueria El Mexicano
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521 SW Eighth St, Miami, FL 33130 (map)

It's not all Cuban food in this bustling neighborhood. Patrons looking for something a little spicier head out to this value-priced Mexican stand.
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Maximo Gomez Park
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801 SW 15th Ave, Miami, FL 33135 (map)

Even if you can't talk your way into a foursome game of dominos, watching elderly Cubans turning tiles and shouting "bota gorda" is always entertaining.
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Hoy Como Ayer
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2212 SW Eighth St, Miami, FL 33135 (map)

Live Latin music and an even livelier crowd gather at this throwback lounge.
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Little Havana to Go
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1442 SW Eighth St, Miami, FL 33135 (map)

The ultimate souvenir shop for all of your over-the-top Cuban gifts like straw hats, t-shirts, mugs, and domino sets.
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La Moderna Poesia
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5739 NW 7TH St, Miami, FL 33126 (map)

It may have outgrown its original Little Havana bookstand, but this is place to go for the deepest collection of books on the island's history and folklore.
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