LA CARRETA – Mexican
Miami's original Cuban kitchen, and still the place the city defaults to when it wants ropa vieja without a reservation or a fuss. The plates are the canon done properly — vaca frita, grilled palomilla steak, fried pork masitas, fufú con masitas, an assorted croquette plate of ham, chicken, codfish and yuca — with moros, tostones and boiled yuca in mojo alongside. The cafecito window is its own small institution. Diners talk about generous plates, brisk service and above all reliability: it tastes the way it tasted last time. Cuban comfort cooking, no ceremony attached.
3663 SOUTH MIAMI AVE, MIAMI, FL, 33133 305.285.2760 https://www.lacarreta.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at LA CARRETA
Dairy-Free at LA CARRETA
LA CARRETA in Miami has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Natural Yuca Fries, Grilled Chicken Breast and Homemade Plantain Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at LA CARRETA
LA CARRETA in Miami has 5 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Chicken Breast, Caramel Flan and Shrimp Pineapple Tostones. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at LA CARRETA
LA CARRETA in Miami has 12 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Natural Yuca Fries, Caramel Flan and Homemade Plantain Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at LA CARRETA
LA CARRETA in Miami has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Vaca Frita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at LA CARRETA
LA CARRETA in Miami has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Vaca Frita and Roast Pork. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at LA CARRETA
LA CARRETA in Miami has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Grilled Chicken Breast. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at LA CARRETA
LA CARRETA in Miami has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Homemade Plantain Chips, Black Bean Soup and Malta Soda. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at LA CARRETA
LA CARRETA in Miami has 8 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Natural Yuca Fries, Caramel Flan and Homemade Plantain Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at LA CARRETA
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Midnight Sandwich | 37.2 g | 50.7 g |
| Ceviche Tropical | 109.9 g | 30.3 g |
| Fried Calamari | 6 g | 15.5 g |
| La Carreta Salad | 34 g | 9.4 g |
| Steak Sandwich | 15.2 g | 9.2 g |
| Roast Pork | 16.5 g | 9 g |
| Chicken Vaca Frita | 1 g | 6.1 g |
| Shrimp in Creole Sauce | 39.9 g | 5.8 g |
| Caramel Flan | 33.5 g | 5.6 g |
| Black Bean Soup | 15.7 g | 3.5 g |
| Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice | 0 g | 1.2 g |
| Yuca Croquettes | 61.9 g | 0.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Appetizers
- Homemade Plantain Chips: Served with Mojo Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari: Fried Squid Served with Marinara Sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Assorted Croquettes: Ham, Chicken, Codfish and Yuca Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mashed Plantains with Fried Pork Chunks: Fufú con Masitas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Pineapple Tostones: Fried Green Plantains filled with Shrimp in a Pineapple and Cilantro Creole Sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Al Ajillo: Sautéed with Olive Oil, Garlic, Lemon and Wine Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ceviche Tropical: Fresh Fish Cured in Lime, Cilantro and Jalapeños. Prepared with Diced Avocado Tomatoes and Boniato Chips Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Natural Yuca Fries: Served with Cilantro Aioli Sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yuca Croquettes: Stuffed with Ground Beef Picadillo, Served with Cilantro Sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Classic Cuban Sampler: Ground Beef Picadillo, Roast Pork, Ham Croquette, Tamale, Yuca, White Rice, Black Beans and Sweet Plantains Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chicken Vaca Frita: Grilled Shredded Chicken with Onions Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breaded Chicken Breast Milanese: Topped with Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella and Parmesan Cheese au Gratin Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Breast: Served with Sautéed Onions Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp in Creole Sauce: Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic, Onions, Bell Peppers, Wine and Tomato Sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mahi-Mahi Filet: Choice of Grilled, Creole Sauce, Garlic Sauce, or Salsa Verde Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline
- Roast Pork: Marinated with Cuban Mojo and Slow Oven Roasted Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Ropa Vieja: Shredded Beef Cooked with Onions, Peppers and Tomato Sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb
- Churrasco Carretero 10 oz: Skirt Steak Served with Chimi-Churri Sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
Sandwiches
- Our Famous Cuban: 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 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups and Salads
- Black Bean Soup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- La Carreta Salad: Mixed Field Greens with Red Onions, Mango, Pineapple, Candied Cashews and Feta Cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- La Carreta Cuban Espresso Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice
- Malta Soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Desserts
- Three Milks Cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Soy Free
- Caramel Flan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC, Soy Free
Frequently Asked Questions about LA CARRETA
- Is LA CARRETA dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. LA CARRETA has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Natural Yuca Fries, Grilled Chicken Breast and Homemade Plantain Chips.
- What can I eat at LA CARRETA on a dairy-free diet?
- Natural Yuca Fries, Grilled Chicken Breast and Homemade Plantain Chips carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does LA CARRETA have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Homemade Plantain Chips and Black Bean Soup.
- Is LA CARRETA gluten-free?
- 5 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at LA CARRETA?
- Midnight Sandwich, at roughly 50.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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