Colombian in Miami New Times
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Casa Vieja is a spacious community gathering spot for Kendall’s sizeable Colombian population — politicians have campaigned there, many a large family birthday party has been celebrated in the space, and local cumbia acts have partied the night away on the large stage. The interior is designed to look like, well, a casa vieja. The […]
When Colombian chef Juan “Juanma” Manuel Barrientos first set foot in Miami, he envisioned opening a stateside outpost of his fine-dining restaurant Elcielo. . Like its sister establishments in cities like Bogotá and Washington, D.C., the restaurant is centered on a multisensory tasting menu known as “the Experience.” Standout moments might include plucking tufts of […]
KokoRiko ain’t McDonald’s, Pizza Hut, or Starbucks. It is, more or less, a Colombian KFC. The space is brightly lit, and the small, simple menu offers family meals. Choices include quarter-chicken platters (fried or rotisserie white or dark meat or chicken tenders) with a side of white rice and one of many sides (ranging from […]
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Despite the belief that they sprung from Yankee Stadium, hot dogs actually trace their lineage a little further back. And Columbians might have it over Sabrett’s. Their “perros” are fatter, juicier, and OH, the toppings! Miami Beach’s La Perrada De Edgar offers up a whole host of weineriffic options, from the Swiss dog (cheese sauce, […]
While flashier Colombian eateries abound — especially the fast-food style joints keeping drunks happily munching on hot dogs — the truly authentic, homey spots are hard to find. That’s why Colombians and fans of Latin cuisine in general make the trek south to Macita’s, on the southern end of South Dixie Highway in Cutler Bay. […]
If you’re looking for someone to thank for this Colombian sandwich oasis located between a Subway and a car wrap shop, give praise to Margoth De Horta who convinced her four children to open a place with her so the far flung family could be together again. Hence today you can stop into Manantial for […]
It might sound like the name of an Atari videogame hero, but the namesake stew at Mondongo’s is a serious meal. Twelve bucks gets you a massive bowl of pork, potatoes, and peppers, with sides of rice and arepas. With its two Medellan restaurants doing booming business, Mondongo’s has exported its popular paisa cuisine to […]
With a backstory that includes boiled yuca, Cartagena and Colombian cops – the name Narcobello should elicit more than a few giggles from Spanish speakers. Meanwhile, the Doral outpost is known for serving up pan de bono (cheese bread), empanadas, bollos (corn buns) and other Colombian eats for budget-friendly breakfast and lunch. Try their sancocho […]
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Pueblito Viejo #2 takes its cue from the original in Chicago, serving up delicious homemade Colombian dishes in a saloon-style setting that transports you to Barranquilla. Inspired by a Colombian folk song, owner Gonzalo Rodriguez opened his second restaurant in 2003. Succulent arepas with Colombian sausage and pork rinds are the standout appetizers. For the […]
Arturo Lopez has been bringing Colombian food to Miamians since 1974. This, the third locale of his Monserrate Restaurant (the other two are in Doral), brings the food closer to Coral Gables. Housed in a large space mostly devoid of d
Think parking on South Beach is bad? You ain’t seen nothin’ yet. But if you can endure the obstacle course, you’ll find the charms of their take on the Colombian classic, bandeja paisa, will make it all worth it. The gut-busting traditional dish wraps up steak or ground beef, fried bananas, fried pork belly and […]
In true Florida fashion, this Colombian restaurant is nestled in an unassuming strip mall. Locals stop here for familiar tastes of home cooking at unusually inexpensive prices. There are only fourteen tables, so lunch gets busy. Start with a very greasy, extra-crispy Colombian empanada garnished with spicy aj