Authentic Cuban cooking, family-run warmth, and a tres leches you'll be thinking about for days.
Mario's is a family-run Cuban restaurant in Homestead that's been feeding people well from breakfast through late dinner. The menu covers the classics: empanadas, Cuban sandwiches, pork chops, fresh-squeezed juices, and a dessert called "quarto leches" that regulars rave about. (Order it. Trust the regulars.)
The space is comfortable and casual, with booths, a bar, and big screens for game watching. There's outdoor seating too, and dogs are welcome on the patio. It's the kind of place where you can bring the whole family, pull up to a booth, and settle in without feeling rushed.
Service here gets mentioned constantly in reviews, and for good reason. Staff like Faby, Luna, Delmis, and Belen have a way of making first-time visitors feel like regulars. That attentiveness goes a long way when you're road-weary from a day in Everglades National Park, about 20 minutes up the road.
The menu goes broader than you might expect for a Cuban spot. Wings, burgers, and steaks share space with the traditional Cuban plates, so even the picky eaters in your group will find something. Portions are generous. Beer, wine, and cocktails are on the menu if you want to stretch the meal out a little. Takeout and delivery are available too, which makes Mario's an easy call for a post-park dinner back at the hotel.
6,586 reviews
2 months ago
We had a wonderful experience at Mario’s Cuban Kitchen in Homestead! The food was delicious, authentic, and full of flavor. A special thank you to Faby, who made our visit even better with her warm, friendly, and attentive service. She was welcoming, checked on us throughout our meal, and made us feel right at home. Excellent customer service and a great dining experience. We’ll definitely be back. Highly recommend asking for Faby!
2 months ago
What a great find! Amazing savory authentic dishes in a relaxing setting with comfortable booths and a bar with large screens for game watching. The best tres leches dessert I’ve ever had (on the menu called “quarto leches”). Our server Delmis was awesome - very friendly, helpful and attentive, making our lunch very pleasant and enjoyable.
3 months ago
This was our first time here and the experience was great. Our server Luna took great care of us. We had the ham and cheese empanada to start. They have fresh juices which are delicious. I loved the orange one. The special of the day was really good.
3 months ago
Very good culinary choices. Been here multiple times and it never disappoints! The food is amazing! Flovora that just come together for an amazing dinner experience! The young waitress, Belen, was EXCELLENT. Very nice and sweet and she made some excellent recommendations. I love the new location. Sat outside and enjoy a churrasco steak medium. Beautiful!
2 months ago
Ordered a burger, wings for myself was amazing. My baby got the tender meal, wife got the pork chops was please and big daughter got the steak malinese. Little pricey but worth it on the food quantity 😀
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