LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT – Mexican
One of La Carreta's Miami kitchens, carrying the house style intact: Cuban cooking served quickly and in quantity, from early coffee through to a late plate. Expect ropa vieja, vaca frita, grilled palomilla, roast pork and masitas, with fufú con masitas or an assorted croquette plate to open and moros or tostones alongside. The sandwiches — the Cuban, the Elena Ruz, the house Special — keep the counter moving. Cortaditos come out all day. Diners describe it as the sort of place you stop scrutinising, because you already know what is coming. Familiar, generous, unpretentious.
11740 SW 88 ST, MIAMI, FL, 331862102 (305)596-5973 https://lacarreta.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT
Dairy-Free at LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT
LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT in Miami has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Natural Yuca Fries, Churrasco Carretero 10 oz and Homemade Plantain Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT
LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT in Miami has 6 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp Pineapple Tostones, Churrasco Carretero 10 oz and Boliche. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT
LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT in Miami has 13 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Natural Yuca Fries, Three Milks Cake and Shrimp Pineapple Tostones. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT
LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT in Miami has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Elena Ruz. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT
LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT 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 V RESTAURANT
LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT in Miami has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Vaca Frita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT
LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT in Miami has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Homemade Plantain Chips, Black Bean Soup and La Carreta Cuban Espresso. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT
LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT in Miami has 10 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Natural Yuca Fries, Three Milks Cake and La Carreta Salad. 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 V RESTAURANT
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Midnight Sandwich | 37.2 g | 50.7 g |
| Ceviche Tropical | 109.9 g | 30.3 g |
| Elena Ruz | 21.8 g | 19.3 g |
| Fried Calamari | 6 g | 15.5 g |
| Key Lime Pie | 110.2 g | 12.2 g |
| La Carreta Salad | 34 g | 9.4 g |
| Steak Sandwich | 15.2 g | 9.2 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 |
| Onion Soup Au Gratin | 1.6 g | 1.5 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
- Fufú con Masitas: Mashed Plantains with Fried Pork Chunks Dietary tags: Low-Sodium 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
- Charbroiled Guava BBQ Chicken: Boneless Half Chicken Glazed with Our Guava Barbecue Sauce Over Open Fire 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
- Churrasco Carretero 10 oz: Skirt Steak Served with Chimi-Churri Sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ropa Vieja: Shredded Beef Cooked with Onions, Peppers and Tomato Sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boliche: Cuban Style Pot Roast stuffed with Chorizo Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
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
- Elena Ruz: Sweet Egg Roll, Turkey Breast, Cream Cheese and Strawberry Marmalade Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium 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
- 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
- Onion Soup Au Gratin Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- 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
Beverages
- La Carreta Cuban Espresso Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Cortadito
- Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice
- Malta Soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Desserts
- Three Milks Cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Caramel Flan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Key Lime Pie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions about LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT
- Is LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Natural Yuca Fries, Churrasco Carretero 10 oz and Homemade Plantain Chips.
- What can I eat at LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT on a dairy-free diet?
- Natural Yuca Fries, Churrasco Carretero 10 oz and Homemade Plantain Chips carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Homemade Plantain Chips and Black Bean Soup.
- Is LA CARRETA V RESTAURANT gluten-free?
- 6 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 V RESTAURANT?
- Midnight Sandwich, at roughly 50.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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