Cafe La Trova – Spanish
Step into a vibrant time capsule of mid-century Havana, where the rhythmic pulse of live Trova music fills a space adorned with nostalgic Cuban memorabilia and warm, tropical hues. Tuxedoed cantineros perform a theatrical dance of cocktail-shaking behind the bar, serving artisanal spirits that perfectly complement a menu of soul-warming Caribbean classics reimagined with contemporary flair.
971, Southwest 8th Street, Miami, FL, 33130 +1-786-518-8193 https://www.cafelatrova.com/0Cuisine: Spanish
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: high-protein, nut-free, vegetarian, dairy-free, low-carb, gluten-free, vegan, keto, sugar-free, pescatarian, mediterranean, diabetic, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, whole30, paleo, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, low-fodmap, raw-food, aip, lectin-free, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, slow-carb, pegan, candida
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
- Friday - Saturday
- 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Menu
Bites
- Creamy Mushroom Croquetas - $14: wild mushrooms, pecorino, truffle aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Jamon Serrano Croquetas - $13: melting cheese with fig jam Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Pizza Croquetas - $13: mozzarella, basil, pepperoni, basil aioli Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Lobster Croquetas - $13: scampi aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Tapas
- Peruvian Ceviche - $24: local Florida fish, cilantro, lime, huancaina sauce and cancha Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida
- Calamari - $19: mezcal-marinated fried calamari, tajin, Del Maguey Mezcal aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Salt Cod Fritters - $18: aioli dipping sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Tuna Carpaccio - $27: radishes, soy sauce, olive oil, tostada Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory
- Beef Galbi Carpaccio - $24: beef tenderloin, crispy shallots, vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, Raw-Food
- Fried Haloumi Cheese - $16: tomato-raisin-Jerez stew with crunchy capers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Tostón Lechón Sliders - $16: smashed green plantains, mojo laced lechón, pickled onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Seared Foie Gras - $25: spanish french toast, maduros, maple syrup Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Octopus on the Plancha - $29: squid ink aioli, and smokey tomato, green and black olive stew Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach
- Vaca Frita Sliders - $19: sour orange aioli, papitas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Cauliflower Steak - $19: caramelized raisins and almonds, capers, dill and pickled garlic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Masitas de Puerco - $24: crunchy mojo-marinated pork, sweet plantain mash, mezcal-honey glaze Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Crab Cake - $24: lump crab cake, smashed avocado, mustard sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Prawns Al Ajillo - $26: white bean stew, crunchy garlic, confit tomatoes, tostada Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
Empanadas
- Hand Cut Steak Empanadas - $14: caramelized onions, Spanish olives and jerez Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Roast Potato Empanadas - $13: caramelized onion and creamy leek with melting gruyere Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Spinach Empanadas - $13: spinach and cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Cuban Sandwich Empanadas - $14: la Trova Léchon, ham, Swiss cheese, yellow mustard, pickles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Empanadas - $13: pulled chicken, fresh corn, tarragon, rosemary Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Salads
- Ensalada Miraflores - $19: choclo, avocados, feta, piquillos, rocoto, white beans, radish, parsley and tinto vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Caesar Salad - $19: whole romaine leaves, buttery croutons, grated parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Watermelon Caprese - $21: burrata, mint, basil, and PX vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Summer Salad of Beets and Peaches - $19: arugula, candied walnuts, whipped feta, lemon-honey vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
Main Courses
- New York Steak - $69: green peppercorn sauce, whipped potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- 16oz Rib Eye - $89: house french fries, chimichurri Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Crispy Fried Snapper - $48: puréed malanga, topped with warm soy broth Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Lechón - $29: braised mojo-marinated pork shoulder, steamed yuca, crispy pork belly, citrus mojo, pickled onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Whole Boneless Stuffed Branzino - $48: fennel, leek, mascarpone, lemon vinaigrette, crunchy capers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Lectin-Free
- Skirt Steak Ropa Vieja - $29: rice and black beans, tostones, avocado cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Chupe de Mariscos - $45: prawns, local fish, clams, mussels and lobster in a seafood-aji amarillo broth, queso fresco, Peruvian corn Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating
- Rabo Encendido Pasta - $29: slowly braised oxtail stew, pulled and tossed with its own juices, mascarpone, pecorino, and trofie pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Vegan Fricassee - $38: mojo-marinated tofu, peppers, onions, tomatoes over rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Mushroom Ropa Vieja - $38: sofrito, warm spices, rice and black beans, tostones, avocado cream Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Arroz Con Pollo - $29: Bomba rice, saffron, beer, free range chicken braised in its own juices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Sides
- White Rice - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Coconut Rice - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Yuca - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Pegan
- Tostones - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap
- Black Beans - $9 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Fries - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Maduros - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Yuca Frita - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
Desserts
- Flan de la Flaca - $11: Flan with passionfruit sauce & olive oil crackers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Michy's Bread Pudding - $13: chocolate, Cuban rum soaked raisins, orange rind Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Banana Tres Leches - $14: Sponge cake, banana pudding, whip cream, Frosted Flakes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pavlova - $14: seasonal fruits, mascarpone cheese, passionfruit cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Arroz Con Leche - $14: with bourbon soaked cherries and cherry whip cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Daiquiri Clásico - $14: Bacardi Superior Rum, lime juice, sugar
- Mojito Criollo - $14: Bounty White Rum, lime juice, sugar, mint, soda water, Angostura bitters
- Canchanchara - $15: Saint Benevolence Clairin Rhum, honey syrup, lime juice
- Presidente - $16: Banks 7 Rum, blanc vermouth de Chambery, dry curaçao, grenadine
- Hotel Nacional - $16: Planteray Pineapple Rum, apricot liqueur, pineapple juice, lime juice
- Periodista - $16: Brugal 1888 rum, apricot liqueur, dry curaçao, grenadine, lime juice
- Banana Daiquiri (Frozen) - $16: Diplomático Planas Rum, crème de banane, lime juice, banana purée, sugar, coffee beans
- Modelo Especial - $8: Lager, Mexico (4.4%)
- Stella Artois - $8: Lager, Belgium (4.8%)
- Hatuey - $8: Cuban style ale, Greenville SC (5.5%)