LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV – Mexican
La Carreta's Hialeah room on West 16th Avenue is a full-day Cuban kitchen: coffee and pastelitos early, full plates by noon, and a steady counter trade in between. The menu runs the classics hard — ropa vieja, grilled palomilla, fried pork masitas, croquettes in ham, chicken, codfish and yuca, black bean soup, moros and tostones. The Cuban sandwich and the Elena Ruz do the quick business. Regulars point to fair prices, plates you cannot finish, and daily specials that make a weekday lunch easy to justify. Hialeah's reliable table, decade after decade.
5350 W 16 AVE, Hialeah, FL, 330120Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV
Halal at LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV
LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV in Hialeah has 12 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Caramel Flan, Homemade Plantain Chips and Fried Calamari. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV
LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV in Hialeah has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Shrimp Garlic Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV
LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV in Hialeah has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Vaca Frita and Shrimp Garlic Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV
LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV in Hialeah has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Vaca Frita, Roast Pork and Shrimp Garlic Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV
LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV in Hialeah 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 RESTAURANT IV
LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV in Hialeah has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Homemade Plantain Chips, Malta Soda and La Carreta Cuban Espresso. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV
LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV in Hialeah has 8 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Caramel Flan, Homemade Plantain Chips and Rice Pudding. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV
LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV in Hialeah has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Caramel Flan and Rice Pudding. 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 RESTAURANT IV
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Midnight Sandwich | 37.2 g | 50.7 g |
| Ceviche Tropical | 109.9 g | 30.3 g |
| Shrimp Garlic Sauce | 8.5 g | 28.6 g |
| Fried Calamari | 6 g | 15.5 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 |
| Rice Pudding | 18.3 g | 2.4 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 sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari: Fried squid served with marinara sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced 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, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Garlic Sauce: Sautéed with olive oil, garlic, lemon and wine Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Atkins, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ceviche Tropical: Fresh fish cured in lime, cilantro and jalapeños 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, Pescatarian 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, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb 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: Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charbroiled Guava BBQ Chicken: Boneless half chicken glazed with guava barbecue sauce 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 green sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- 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 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
Sandwiches
- Our 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 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC 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
- Tropical Shakes: Choice of Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry, Mamey, Papaya, Wheat or Malted Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Desserts
- Three Milks Cake: Tres Leches Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Caramel Flan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Rice Pudding Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Frequently Asked Questions about LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV
- Is LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV halal-friendly?
- Yes. LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV has 12 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Caramel Flan, Homemade Plantain Chips and Fried Calamari.
- What can I eat at LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV on a halal diet?
- Caramel Flan, Homemade Plantain Chips and Fried Calamari carry the halal tag, out of 12 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Homemade Plantain Chips and Malta Soda.
- What is the highest-protein dish at LA CARRETA RESTAURANT IV?
- Midnight Sandwich, at roughly 50.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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