There’s a reason the classic Cuban sandwich is so popular. Pressed between crispy Cuban bread, the traditional version is made with mouthwatering roasted pork, sweet ham, melty Swiss cheese, dill pickles and tangy yellow mustard. With Cuban culture’s influence on Greater Miami & Miami Beach, there are plenty of spots to savor this delicacy – and we know ‘em all. Here’s where to score the best Cuban sandwiches – many with a unique twist – in neighborhoods across the destination.

Sanguich de Miami

For an interesting spin on the Cuban sandwich, head to the popular Sanguich de Miami on Calle Ocho (Southwest 8th Street) in Little Havana. The stylish luncheonette is decked out in Spanish-tile floors, bold, green walls and brass fixtures as an ode to Cuba's Spanish-inspired architecture and design. Of course, what keeps locals coming back – and what earned it a MICHELIN Bib Gourmand accolade for quality food at a great value – are its mouthwatering sandwiches. Whether you choose the classic Cubano, made with city ham, or the eponymous Sanguich de Miami, a Cuban spin on the turkey club with bacon, sink your teeth into high-quality ingredients and a “sanguich” made with a solid dose of love.

Doce Provisions

With locations in both Little Havana and Doral, Doce Provisions kicks Cuban cuisine up a notch with a creative gastropub approach and an emphasis on locally sourced ingredients, earning it a MICHELIN recommendation. Helmed by chef-owners Justin Sherrer and Lisetty Llampalla, Doce’s El Cubano sandwich is prepared in what many consider Tampa-style with the addition of salami and mayo alongside ham, Swiss cheese, mustard and pickles.

Breadman Miami Bakery

Run by a husband-wife duo, Breadman Miami Bakery in Hialeah went viral with its croqueta cake, a Cuban vanilla butter cake with guava filling lined with ham croquetas – an unusual mix of savory and sweet Cuban flavors. For a more straightforward treat, Breadman’s Cubano sandwich also stands out for its freshly baked bread, which manages to be both pillowy soft on the inside and crusty on the outside.

El Mejor Batido de Hialeah

While the name may translate to “best milkshake,” El Mejor Batido de Hialeah is also known for some of the best Cuban sandwiches in town. This no-frills counter in Hialeah is home to an extensive list of “batidos y jugos” (milkshakes and juices) made with tropical juices, from the classic mamey to papaya, mango and banana. Pair that with a classic Cuban sandwich or any of their other sandwiches, which include roasted pork, pan con lechon or pan con tortilla and can be topped with cheese and ham, chorizo or bacon.

Sarussi

A Cuban canteen and sandwich shop near Westchester, Sarussi specializes in crave-worthy sandwiches, wraps, bowls and more. Its spin on the classic Cuban sandwich comes in the form of the Sarussi Original, which is piled high with layers of smoky ham, succulent roasted pork leg and tangy pickles. Instead of the traditional Swiss cheese and mustard, Sarussi goes with melted mozzarella and its secret house sauce, all sandwiched between toasted homemade bread and a splash of savory garlic butter.

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Tinta y Cafe

A MICHELIN Bib Gourmand restaurant, Tinta y Cafe is a charming Cuban café with locations in Coral Gables and Miami Shores. Get your café con leche fix and pair it with one of their satisfying Cuban pressed sandwiches, like the Patria, made with ham, pork, mortadella, Swiss cheese, pickles and mustard. Try a pastry, like an empanada, pan de bono or pastelito, to finish your meal with something sweet.

Chug’s Diner

From Chef Michael Beltran and the team behind the MICHELIN-starred Ariete, Chug’s Diner is their MICHELIN Bib Gourmand counterpart and casual café dedicated to Cuban cooking. Their Cuban-American sandwich is made with sweet ham, salami, roasted pork lechon, Swiss cheese, mustard aioli and pickles with the option to add crispy ham croquetas to the mix. Chug’s is in the heart of Coconut Grove and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, so you can get your sandwich fix at any time of day.

Mary’s Cafe & Coin Laundry

Tucked inside a 24/7 laundromat in Coconut Grove, Mary’s Cafe & Coin Laundry offers something beyond your typical fluff and fold. It’s also home to a killer Cuban sandwich made with all the fixins, stuffed between pillowy soft Cuban bread and toasted to perfection. Whether you’re here to do a wash or simply hungry for a delicious bite, this sidewalk café/laundromat delivers.

Enriqueta’s Sandwich Shop

With a name like Enriqueta’s Sandwich Shop, you know their Cubano is going to be good. The cafeteria-style eatery in Wynwood is a popular spot where locals go for good, hearty Cuban fare. From Cuban sandwiches and cortaditos to staples like pan con bistec, lechon asado and filete de cherna, this casual spot promises plates large enough to take leftovers home for lunch, dinner and maybe even lunch again the next day. The food here is so good, it’s often frequented by Inter Miami soccer team owner David Beckham.

Off Site

Billed as a “nano-brewery,” Off Site is a minimalist taproom and kitchen in Little Haiti and home of the crave-worthy Country Cuban sandwich, made with Duroc pork, Benton’s country ham, Tillamook Swiss cheese, pickles and mustard and pressed between crispy Cuban bread. Enjoy it with a Super Good Lager beer. There’s also a menu of elevated comfort food, with dishes like a koji-cured burger, three cheese grilled cheese and an all-beef hotdog topped with sauerkraut and curry mustard.

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