With its richly diverse population, Miami is home to communities from a wide range of Hispanic and Latinx countries. This has made Miami a cuisine capital for hispanic and latin cuisine ranging from traditional Columbian fare to Cuban street food. In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we've compied a list of the most historic and iconic restaurants across Miami and Palm Beach. 

Miami

Pueblito Viejo – Columbian

This columbian spot is a go-to for locals and tourists alike, for its atmosphere and unbeatable dishes. Its combination of homestyle cooking and innovative plates make Pueblito Viejo one of Miami’s most frequented eateries. 

Fritanga Monimbo – Nicaraguan

Regarded as the #1 Nicaraguan restaurant in Miami by the Miami New Times, Fitanga Monimbo is a must-visit. Their menu is filled with mouth watering entrees, from the churrasco to the popular cerdo frito.

Club Tipico Dominicano – Dominican

Located within Miami’s Little Santo Domingo neighborhood, Club Tipico Dominicano is the most popular Dominican restaurant in the city. Founded by Dominican Republic-native Luis De La Cruz, this hotspot has a menu filled with authentic Dominican fare, in a family-friendly vibrant atmosphere. 

Dona Paulina – Uruguayan

This community-favorite has been a staple of Miami for decades. Serving Uruguayan cuisine, serves traditional plates such as chivito and the highly recommended pizza a caballo. 

El Rey De Las Fritas – Cuban

This popular burger joint, which began as a street food spot started by Victoriano “Benito” Gonzalez, is known for its delicious Cuban sandwiches, burgers, and its iconic frita cubana. If you’re looking for a spot to enjoy an unforgettable burger, look no further than El Rey De Las Fritas.

El Bajareque – Latin

Located in the Wynwood section of Miami, El Bajareque is a Puerto Rican restaurant with a menu that does not disappoint. This local staple has a menu created through the family recipes passed down through multiple generations.

Palm Beach

Dr. Limon – Peruvian

This Peruvian ceviche bar specializes in creating vibrant, colorful dishes that are served in a laid back atmosphere. The menu showcases a robust selection of Peruvian fare, and is well-known among locals for its affordable prices. 

Rivales Taqueria – Mexican

This fan-favorite Mexican restaurant carefully selects all of their ingredients from locally-sourced suppliers. Rivales Taqueria is not only known for their amazing food, but they are also known for a great cocktail menu. 

Don Ramon – Cuban

Opened in 1951, Don Ramon has been well-known around the Palm Beach Area for decades. The restaurant takes pride in offering an authentic Cuban experience, as noted on their website.

Havana Restaurant – Cuban

Whether you're getting to-go from the walk-up window or dining in, Havana Restaurant is sure to satisfy your cravings for authentic Cuban cuisine. The restaurant is a West Palm Beach institution.