Miami’s Best International Restaurant Neighborhoods

No matter what kind of food you’re craving, it’s likely Greater Miami & Miami Beach has it. With heritage neighborhoods such as Little Haiti, Little Havana and Historic Overtown – and chefs hailing from all over the world – there’s an international restaurant around every corner serving almost every type of global cuisine imaginable. Here are some of the best neighborhoods in Miami for delicious global food.

Little Havana

Café La Trova, Cuban

At Café La Trova in Little Havana, it’s all about elevated Cuban food. Standout dishes, including the Cuban sandwich empanadas and croquetas stuffed with steak, ham, mushroom risotto or pork, are must-tries. This popular spot also serves up some of the best cocktails in Miami. Later in the evening, enjoy live Latin music and nonstop dancing.

Mi Rinconcito Mexicano, Mexican

In a neighborhood best known for Cuban food, the longstanding Mi Rinconcito Mexicano is a beacon for authentic Mexican cuisine. Run by two sisters from Tulancingo, Mexico, who wanted to open a place that reminded them of home, this restaurant is known for delicious options such as crisply griddled quesadillas and tasty stuffed gorditas, tortas and flautas.

Yambo Restaurant, Nicaraguan

Yambo Restaurant is the place to immerse yourself in the cuisine and colorful décor of Nicaragua. You’ll feel as if you’ve been transported to Central America as you meander along the buffet-style counter, choosing authentic dishes like juicy carne asada (marinated beef), tajadas and fried cheese. Come hungry.

Wynwood

Doya, Aegean

Patterned spaces filled with lush plants abound at Doya in Wynwood. The modern Aegean hot spot focuses on cold and hot meze (sharing plates), all made in its open-theater kitchen and packed with Mediterranean flavors. Dig into dishes like wood-fired lamb, roasted eggplant, tender octopus, Turkish meatballs and shrimp ouzo. It is a MICHELIN Guide Bib Gourmand awardee.

Dukunoo Jamaican Kitchen, Jamaican

Embrace the high-energy island vibes of Dukunoo Jamaican Kitchen for a true taste of Jamaican food and tropical cocktails. The atmosphere was created to make guests feel at home while enjoying elevated versions of classic Jamaican dishes, such as jerk chicken, fried chicken, oxtail and fresh snapper.

Wayku, South American

For a classic South American menu with a creative twist, check out Wayku. Serving a mix of artfully prepared cold and hot plates, the restaurant offers dishes crafted with seemingly opposing flavors that turn out to be complementary. Start with the salmon ceviche, then move on to crab empanadas, crispy curry shrimp and ossobuco ragu fettuccine. Top it all off with a slice of avocado cheesecake.

Historic Overtown

Lil Greenhouse Grill, Soul Food

Come hungry and leave happy at Lil Greenhouse Grill, a restaurant in Historic Overtown that initially made its name as a food truck. Start your meal with the sweet and spicy fried shrimp or the chicken and waffle appetizer, then move on to main courses, like seafood cakes or smoked barbeque ribs, that come with two sides, including collard greens and black-eyed peas.

Red Rooster Overtown, Comfort Food

With a Bib Gourmand award from MICHELIN, Red Rooster Overtown is a must-try comfort food force in this historically Black neighborhood. Helmed by acclaimed chef Marcus Samuelsson, it's a can’t-miss spot for brunch with its sweet potato waffles crowned with fried chicken, red velvet French toast, and biscuits and gravy.

Allapattah

Club Tipico Dominicano

For delicious, authentic Dominican food and a dining experience suitable for the entire family, step inside the vibrant red building of Club Tipico Dominicano in Allapattah. Run by a Dominican family, the restaurant has a solid reputation for its food and the live Latin music in its nightclub. Every day brings a new special, such as the stewed goat or hen, fresh fish in a savory coconut sauce or baked chicken, which is the owner's personal favorite.

Tipico Hondureño, Honduran

For a quick, affordable meal, Tipico Hondureño is a tasty takeout spot for traditional Honduran cuisine. Dig into one of its hits, like the baleadas, which are wrapped in made-to-order flour tortillas and stuffed with refried beans and cheese. Don’t take off without a cup or two of the homemade fruit juice or an order of rice pudding for dessert.

Hialeah

La Fresa Francesa, French

What happens when a girl from Hialeah and man from Paris fall in love? They create La Fresa Francesa, a bistro serving uniquely delicious food intermingling classic French dishes and Cuban flavors. Think seared foie gras with a guava pastry, savory crepes and croque madame, all crafted with distinct Cuban influences.

Molina’s Ranch, Cuban

Known as one of Hialeah’s staples, the family-owned Molina’s Ranch is a hot spot for Cuban classics. When you’ve been around as long as they have (since 1982), you can lay claim to one of the best Cuban sandwiches in town. Don’t miss other delicious classics, like beef and seafood coupled with sweet plantains, maduros and black beans or the tortillas de papas Española (Spanish potato omelet).

Rinconcito Peruano, Peruvian

For a casual yet tasty experience, Rinconcito Peruano serves an array of authentic Peruvian dishes with a modern twist. For a true taste of Peru, begin the meal with the Peruanito sampler, then try one of the seafood tiraditos before moving on to more-filling entrees, like lomo saltado, a beef stir fry that comes with fries.

Doral

El Arepazo, Venezuelan

The outstanding El Arepazo has served as a meeting place for both visiting Venezuelans and locals to sample authentic Venezuelan food in Doral. Diners must try their arepas and cachapas, which can be topped with black beans, cheese, beef or eggs. You’ll also find typical Venezuelan foods, like beefy soups, patacones (fried green plantains), empanadas and more.

Francisca Charcoal Chicken & Meats, Latin American

Make room in your stomach for a filling meal at Francisca Charcoal Chicken & Meats. Centered around a love for Latin American traditions and flavors, the restaurant offers charcoal-grilled chicken and meats, warm stews, standout starters, such as chicharrón (fried pork rinds), and churros to end the meal. Francisca has several locations throughout Miami.

Coconut Grove

Los Félix, Mexican

With a friendly staff and a small-but-welcoming environment, this MICHELIN-star winner is a little slice of heaven and offers both sidewalk and inside dining. Los Félix specializes in new takes on indigenous and classic Mexican cuisine along with wines and beers sourced from small producers.

Bombay Darbar, Indian

Bombay Darbar, a longtime staple in Coconut Grove, sets the bar high for authentic Indian cuisine. Think crispy veggie samosas, warm naan bread from the clay oven, tandoori chicken wings and plenty of vegetarian and meat entrees ranging from chicken vindaloo to lamb kadai. If you’re looking for a lighter bite, come by during lunchtime, when signature dishes are offered in smaller portions. There’s also a location in Doral.

Liberty City

Bahamian Pot Restaurant, Bahamian

Discover a taste of the islands at Bahamian Pot, a small, casual spot in Liberty City owned by a Bahamian family that loves to share its food with guests. They’re best known for their boiled fish with grits, tender conch, oxtail and Johnny cakes.

MLK Restaurant, Southern Comfort

While its name is undoubtedly a nod to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who spent time in Liberty City, it actually stands for My Little Kitchen, a perfect fit for this home-cooked Southern comfort food restaurant. Breakfast is a popular time to dine there (the restaurant is only open until 1 p.m.), with top menu items like snapper with grits, salmon croquettes and super fluffy pancakes.

Naomi’s Garden, Caribbean/Haitian

For beloved Caribbean and Haitian dishes, Naomi’s Garden has been doing it right for decades. Tempt your tastebuds with curry chicken, fried grouper, and goat or okra stew. To spice up the weekdays, the restaurant features live music and art events in its garden.

Little Haiti

Chef Créole, Creole

For cuisine infused with Creole spices and flavors of the Caribbean, head to Chef Créole by Chef Wilkinson Sejour. The main attraction at the Little Haiti restaurant is seafood with a kick. Don’t miss other tasty staples, including oxtail, fried chicken, Creole-style chicken wings and barbequed ribs.

Clive’s Café, Jamaican

Another delicious gem in Little Haiti is Clive’s Café, a beloved place for spot-on Jamaican food. Customers’ favorites are jerk chicken and rice, goat curry and the flavorful, fall-off-the-bone oxtail. Wash it all down with the made-in-house sorrel & ginger beer.

Miami Gardens

Awash Ethiopian Restaurant, Ethiopian

At Awash Ethiopian Restaurant in Miami Gardens, Ethiopian culture can be found everywhere, from the décor to the menu. Created to feel like a typical “gojo bait” (Ethiopian country home), this welcoming restaurant offers a menu rich in flavors in dishes like meat sambusa (meat pastries) and asa goulash (spiced cubed fish). This space also has a shop offering hard-to-find Ethiopian coffees, teas and spices.

Lorna’s Caribbean & American Grille, Caribbean

At Lorna’s, you’ll feel like you're on a Caribbean Island, thanks to its casual, friendly atmosphere and well-executed tropical dishes of fresh seafood, including Bahamian conch. Don’t miss hearty dishes like the jerk chicken, simmering curries and stews.

Yarumba Restaurant, Dominican

Find traditional Dominican recipes fused with fresh cooking techniques at Yarumba Restaurant, which features new chef's creations every week. Staples include Boca Chica snapper, slow-roasted pork belly mofonguitos (plantain mash) and goat stew, a house specialty.

Opa-Locka

Romo’s Place Restaurant, Cuban

Head to the locally loved Romo’s Place in Opa-Locka for homemade Cuban food. Sample favorites like churrasco and ribs made on the grill, traditional Cuban medianoche sandwiches and daily specials, such as lechon asado (roasted pork). While Cuban coffee is a must, Romo’s also makes freshly squeezed juices that may also give you a jolt of energy.