LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT – Mexican
On NW 103rd Street in Hialeah Gardens, La Estrella has been cooking Cuban food from scratch for more than seventeen years - sauces, sides and all. Lechon arrives with crisp plantains and white rice; ropa vieja comes slow-cooked over black beans; churrasco, picada and properly fried tostones cover the rest, with pizzas and Cuban sandwiches for anyone who wandered in wanting something else. Live music fills the room and Friday nights belong to karaoke. Cozy, family-run, and busy for the right reasons.
8074 NW 103 ST BAY 5, HIALEAH GARDENS, FL, 33016 305.557.5501 https://www.laestrellacafe.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, 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, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT
Dairy-Free at LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT
LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT in Hialeah Gardens has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pork Loin Chop, Smoked Pork Chop and Plantain Chips with Mojo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT
LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT in Hialeah Gardens has 12 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Pork Chunks, Pork Loin Chop and Smoked Pork Chop. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT
LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT in Hialeah Gardens has 33 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp Alfredo, Banana Split and Shrimp Pizza. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT
LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT in Hialeah Gardens has 9 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hawaiian Pizza, Shrimp Pizza and Chicken Breast. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT
LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT in Hialeah Gardens has 4 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Soup, Soup of the Day and Virginia Cream Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT
LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT in Hialeah Gardens has 7 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pork Loin Chop, Chicken Breast and Chicken Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT
LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT in Hialeah Gardens has 3 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Soup, Soup of the Day and Surf and Turf. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT
LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT in Hialeah Gardens has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Plantain Chips with Mojo, Tomato Salad and Ox Tail Cuban Style. 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 ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Club Sandwich | 49.1 g | 57.3 g |
| Chicken Wings | 1.4 g | 57.1 g |
| Salmon Fillet | 53.6 g | 52.8 g |
| Chicken Alfredo | 23 g | 47.1 g |
| Media Noche | 24.3 g | 45.1 g |
| Breakfast Combo | 54.6 g | 44.2 g |
| Combination Pizza | 51.4 g | 35.3 g |
| Shrimp Pizza | 1 g | 32.3 g |
| Beef Stir-fry | 45.8 g | 28.2 g |
| Tuna Salad Sandwich | 12.8 g | 27.4 g |
| Breakfast Special | 77.7 g | 27.2 g |
| Stuffed Plantains with Shrimp | 21.8 g | 24.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Breakfast
Breakfast is served until 11:00 am; after 11:00 am please add $1 to the regular price.
- Breakfast Special - $4.99: Two eggs fried or scrambled with fries or house potatoes, toast and coffee milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Combo - $5.9: Two eggs fried or scrambled with your choice of ham, bacon or sausage links served with fries or house potatoes, toast and coffee milk Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Plain Egg Sandwich - $4.75: Plain Omelette on Cuban bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Deluxe Scrambled - $6.3: Scrambled eggs with ham, onions, green peppers and diced tomatoes. Served with fries or house potatoes, toast and coffee milk Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Croissant Breakfast Sandwich - $3.75: Croissant with bacon, eggs and cheese topped with lettuce and tomatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Ham Omelet - $4.95: Omelette loaded with ham, served with fries or house potatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Western Omelet - $6.95: Omelette made with ham, onions, green peppers and Swiss cheese served with fries or house potatoes Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Steak and Eggs - $10.95: Two fried eggs over a Palomilla Steak served with French fries or house potatoes, toast and coffee milk Available at: breakfast, brunch
Appetizers
- Plantain Chips with Mojo - $3.5: Homemade fried plantain chips with mojo sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries with Bacon and Cheese - $6.25: French Fries with layers of melted cheese and topped with bacon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fingers - $7.75: Marinated chicken breast strips breaded and fried, served with marinara sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings - $9.95: Original, BBQ or Buffalo wings served with fries Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Plantains with Shrimp - $10.95: Fried plantain cups filled with succulent shrimp in a savoury sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sampler Picada - $12.95: Chicken wings, fried pork bites, chorizo, fried plantains, cheese and olives Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Chicken Soup - $3 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day - $3.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Cream Soup - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Virginia Cream Soup - $3.99 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad - $2.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $3.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tomato Salad - $2.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Caesar Salad - $8.99 Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Cuban Sandwich - $6.5: Ham, Sliced Pork, Swiss cheese, Pickles, and mustard Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Media Noche - $6.75: Ham, Sliced Pork, Swiss cheese, Pickles, and mustard on sweet bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prepared Croquette Sandwich - $7.95: Two croquets, Ham, Pork, Swiss cheese, Pickles, and mustard Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Sandwich - $7.95: Steak and onions cooked on the griddle topped with lettuce and tomatoes Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Philly Cheese Steak - $8.6: Thinly sliced beef, caramelized onions and green peppers covered with melted cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hamburger with Fries - $6.5: Hamburger, lettuce, tomatoes, onions Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Club Sandwich - $7.5: Chicken breast, bacon, mayo, lettuce and tomatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- BLT Sandwich - $4.5: Bacon, lettuce, tomato and mayo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Chicken Sandwich - $6.75: Crispy chicken breast, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cheese and ranch dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Salad Sandwich - $5.5: Tuna salad topped with lettuce and tomatoes Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: lunch
Pizzas
- Cheese Pizza - $6.25: House made dough, tomato sauce, cheese blend Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ham Pizza - $6.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepperoni Pizza - $6.75 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chorizo Pizza - $6.95 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Pizza - $8.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hawaiian Pizza - $7.5: Ham and Pineapple Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combination Pizza - $7.25: Pepperoni, onions and green peppers Available at: dinner, lunch
- Three Meats Pizza - $8.95: Pepperoni, Bacon and Ham Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Pizza - $8.25: Ham, pepperoni, red onions, olives and peppers Available at: dinner, lunch
Pastas
- Spaghetti Napolitano - $7.95: Spaghetti smothered in a rich tomato sauce, topped with fresh mozzarella cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmigiana - $11.95: Crispy chicken breast cover with a rich tomato sauce and melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on a bed of spaghetti Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Alfredo - $11.95: Pasta with creamy Alfredo sauce and chicken breast Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Alfredo - $13.95: Pasta with creamy Alfredo sauce and shrimp Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Entrees
All entrees served with two sides: White Rice, Bean Soup, Fried Plantains, Sweet Plantains, French Fries, Salad, Vegetables, or Root Vegetable of the day.
- Fried Chicken - $7.25: Golden fried quarter chicken Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Breast - $9.95: Tender Chicken breast on the griddle with onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Chicken Breast - $11.95: Ham and cheese stuffed Chicken breast rolled in bacon, breaded and fried Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Milanesa - $13.95: Breaded chicken breast topped with tomato sauce, ham and melted cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Stir-Fry - $9.75: Chicken breast strips sauté with peppers and onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Loin Chop - $9.75: Marinated pork loin cooked on the griddle served with cooked onions Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Pork Chop - $10.95: Smoked pork chop served with onions Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Pork Chunks - $9.95: Fried pork chunks Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Stir-fry - $9.95: Tender beef strips sauté with onion and green peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Palomilla Steak - $9.5: Thin cut palomilla steak cooked on the grill with onions Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Uruguayan Beef Steak - $13.95: Breaded palomilla steak layered with ham and cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ox Tail Cuban Style - $20.97: Rabo de Res Encendido Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Liver Italian Style - $8.5: Beef liver strips stir-fry with onion and peppers Available at: dinner, lunch
- Churrasco Steak - $17.97 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Fish Fillet - $9.97 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Fillet - $14.95 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Scampi - $11.95: Camarones al Ajillo Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp in Creole Sauce - $11.95: Camarones Enchilados Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish in Creole Sauce - $9.95: White fish chunks in a creole sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Surf and Turf - $21.97: Churrasco and shrimp Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Caramel Flan - $2.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Ice Cream Bowl - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Banana Split - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Chocolate Cake - $5.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Espresso - $1
- Cortadito - $1
- Colada - $1.5
- Coffee with Milk - $1.75 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Chocolate Milk - $1.75
- Mamey Milkshake - $3.75
- Mango Milkshake - $3.75
- Banana Milkshake - $3.75
- Lemonade Frappe - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Cappuccino Frappe - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Malted Milkshake - $3.5
- Wheat Milkshake - $3.5
- Ice Cream Milkshake - $3.99
- Natural Orange Juice - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Sodas - $1
- Malta - $1.75 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Jarritos - $2
- Juices - $1.75
Sides & Add-ons
- Toast - $0.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Empanada - $2.5: Chicken, beef, ham/cheese, or guava/cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Regular Croquette - $0.9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Croquette - $1.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Toast with Cream Cheese - $1.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Guava and Cheese Toast - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
Frequently Asked Questions about LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT
- Is LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pork Loin Chop, Smoked Pork Chop and Plantain Chips with Mojo.
- What can I eat at LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT on a dairy-free diet?
- Pork Loin Chop, Smoked Pork Chop and Plantain Chips with Mojo carry the dairy-free tag, out of 12 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Plantain Chips with Mojo and Tomato Salad.
- Is LA ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT gluten-free?
- 12 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 ESTRELLA CAFE & RESTAURANT?
- Club Sandwich, at roughly 57.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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