La Carreta – Mexican
Stepping into La Carreta feels like entering a sun-drenched hacienda, where the air is thick with the savory perfume of slow-simmered spices and the rhythmic sound of hand-pressed tortillas. Vibrant plates arrive piled high with tender, flame-kissed meats and zesty salsas, inviting guests to linger over shared stories and cold drinks in a space that celebrates the soulful heart of traditional Latin hospitality.
2100, Northwest 42nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33126 +13058693003 https://lacarreta.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Homemade Plantain Chips with Mojo: Crispy plantain chips served with garlic mojo sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari: Fried squid served with marinara sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Assorted Croquettes: Ham, chicken, codfish, and yuca Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fufú con Masitas: Mashed plantains with fried pork chunks Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Pineapple Tostones: Fried green plantains filled with shrimp in a pineapple and cilantro creole sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Al Ajillo: Sautéed with olive oil, garlic, lemon, and wine Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ceviche Tropical: Fresh fish cured in lime, cilantro, and jalapeños with avocado, tomatoes, and boniato chips Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Natural Yuca Fries: Served with cilantro aioli sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yuca Croquettes: Stuffed with ground beef picadillo, served with cilantro sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Cuban Sampler: Ground beef picadillo, roast pork, ham croquette, tamale, yuca, white rice, black beans, and sweet plantains Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Vaca Frita: Grilled shredded chicken with onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ropa Vieja: Shredded beef cooked with onions, peppers, and tomato sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vaca Frita: Shredded beef grilled with onions and Cuban mojo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Palomilla Steak: Classic Cuban thin flat steak Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Churrasco Carretero: 10 oz skirt steak served with chimi-churri sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roast Pork: Marinated with Cuban mojo and slow oven roasted Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Paella: Savory yellow rice with shrimp, served with sweet plantains Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Famous Cuban Sandwich: Ham, roast pork, Swiss cheese on Cuban bread with mustard and pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Midnight Sandwich: Sweet egg roll with ham, roast pork, Swiss cheese, mustard, and pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Sandwich: Grilled onions, shoestring potatoes, lettuce, tomato, and special sauce with French fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups and Salads
- Black Bean Soup: Traditional Cuban black bean soup Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- La Carreta Salad: Mixed field greens, red onions, mango, pineapple, candied cashews, and feta cheese with honey balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Three Milks Cake: Tres Leches cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Caramel Flan: Traditional Cuban custard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Rice Pudding: Arroz con leche Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Beverages
- La Carreta Cuban Espresso: Authentic Cuban coffee Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Cortadito: Cuban espresso with a splash of milk
- Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice: Natural orange juice
Restaurants near La Carreta
- Casa Juan — Mexican
- La Granja — Mexican
- TIPICO CENTROAMERICANO CAFE — Mexican
- BURRITO BAR — Mexican
- La Casita Restaurant — Mexican
- Coyo Taco — Mexican
- EL SABOR DE LA ESQUINA — Mexican
- YOLYS RESTAURANT — Mexican
- TRADICIÓN HONDUREÑA POLLOS YIHRE — Mexican
- CAFE HONDURAS MAYA — Mexican
- LA CARNE ASADA — Mexican
