Where to Find the Best Cuban Sandwiches In Miami

There’s a reason the classic Cuban sandwich is so popular. Pressed between crusty Cuban bread, the traditional version is made with mouthwatering roasted pork, sweet ham, melted 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 them all. From modern and creative spins to the classic, here’s your guide to finding the best Cuban sandwich in Miami.

Versailles

Since 1971, Versailles has been a gathering spot for the area’s Cuban population and one of Calle Ocho's most popular restaurants. The decor features golden chandeliers and mirrors, a nod to the Hall of Mirrors in France’s Versailles Palace. But this sprawling restaurant on Southwest 8th Street in Little Havana has a decidedly casual diner vibe. You’ll find every staple of Cuban cuisine on the menu, including the classic Cuban sandwich. Versailles’ secret is what they call the “double press.” Before the bread is swept with butter and the whole sandwich is pressed together, it receives an open-faced press for 15 seconds to crisp the ham and bring out the sweetness of its honey glaze.

Sanguich

Following the success of its original location on Calle Ocho, Sanguich has expanded to Downtown Miami, Coral Gables, Little Haiti and more. 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. 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 it's 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 these sandwiches made with love and high-quality ingredients.

Puerto Sagua

Plenty has changed in South Beach since 1962, but one thing that’s remained the same is Puerto Sagua. A no-frills Cuban diner on Collins Avenue, it’s a bastion for Cuban classics, including a Cuban sandwich made of marinated pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles and mustard pressed between flaky Cuban bread. Pair it with a strong, sweet Cuban coffee, get cozy in your booth and savor the classic combination inside this gem that’s stood the test of time.

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 that locals have been flocking to since 1964 for authentic, hearty Cuban fare. From Cuban sandwiches and cortaditos to staples like pan con bistec, lechon asado and filete de cherna, this casual spot promises portions large enough to take home for lunch, dinner and maybe even lunch again the next day.

Chug’s Diner

Chug’s Diner in Coconut Grove is the MICHELIN Bib Gourmand counterpart to Chef Michael Beltran’s MICHELIN-starred Ariete. It’s a casual spot serving Cuban cooking inside a sun-filled dining room. The exquisite Cuban-American sandwich is made with sweet ham, salami, roasted pork lechon, Swiss, mustard aioli and pickles, with the option to add crispy ham croquettas to the press.

Mary’s Café & Coin Laundry

A 24/7 laundromat in Coconut Grove, Mary’s Café & Coin Laundry offers something beyond your typical fluff and fold. It’s also home to a killer Cuban sandwich that’s made with all the fixings, stuffed between pillowy soft Cuban bread and toasted to perfection. Whether you’re there for a load of wash or simply hungry for a delicious bite, this sidewalk cafe/laundromat delivers the goods.

Tinta y Café

A MICHELIN Bib Gourmand selection, Tinta y Café is a charming Cuban cafe and coffee house with locations in Coral Gables and Miami Shores. Get your cafe con leche fix and pair it with one of their satisfying Cuban pressed sandwiches, like the Patria, made with ham, pork, mortadella, Swiss, pickles and mustard.

Sarussi Café Subs

Sarussi Café Subs, a Cuban canteen and sandwich shop in West Miami, specializes in crave-worthy sandwiches, wraps, bowls and more. Its spin on the classic Cuban sandwich comes in the form of the Sarussi Original, 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 of this is sandwiched between toasted homemade bread with a splash of garlic butter. Absolutely delicious.

Franky’s Deli Warehouse

It might have come as a surprise when the unassuming, family-owned-and-operated Franky’s Deli Warehouse, situated in an industrial park in Hialeah, secured the top spot in Yelp’s Top 100 Sandwich Shops in the United States … unless you’ve sunk your teeth into its delectable Cuban sandwich. Franky’s Deli Warehouse serves 25 made-to-order sandwiches, and its Cuban is a classic: ham, lean pork, Swiss cheese, dill pickle and plenty of mustard pressed between extra crispy and crusty Cuban bread.

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