Call Me Cuban
South Beach, Miami Beach
Restaurant in Miami Beach, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Call Me Cuban delivers straightforward Cuban food on Ocean Drive with late hours; open until 11 PM most nights, midnight on weekends. The casual format and central location make it a practical choice for quick meals between the beach and nightlife, though without published menu or pricing details, expect tourist-tier simplicity rather than destination dining. Walk-ins work most times.
About Call Me Cuban
Call Me Cuban is a casual venue in Miami Beach with long daily hours: 9 AM to 11 PM Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 12 AM on Saturday and Sunday. Before you go, check the current menu, service format, pricing, reservation setup, dining-room style. Treat it as a straightforward Miami Beach option where the key planning facts are the hours and casual dress code.
What to Expect from the Food
If you are deciding between nearby dining options, compare current menus directly before committing. Donatella is another Miami Beach restaurant to consider, while Call Me Cuban works best with the basics in mind: Miami Beach location, casual dress, extended daily hours.
Practical Realities for Visitors
The practical appeal is the schedule. Call Me Cuban opens at 9 AM daily, closes at 11 PM Monday through Friday, stays open until 12 AM on Saturday and Sunday. Check current operating information before planning a special occasion or time-sensitive meal, especially for reservations, seating style, phone availability, price point, or group capacity. If you want another Miami Beach option to compare, LT Steak & Seafood may be worth reviewing. You can also explore more options in our full Miami Beach restaurants guide or check our full Miami Beach bars guide before or after your visit.
Planning details
- Location
- 1300 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- cardozohotel.com
- Phone
- +13055329822
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Call Me Cuban plants itself on Ocean Drive with a clear editorial intent: to let Cuban cooking, not beachfront spectacle, do the talking. The write-up frames the restaurant against a backdrop of restored Deco facades and a famously photographed strip, so the room feels like part of Miami Beach’s theatrical public life. Rather than leaning into generic tourist fare, the kitchen ties itself to a dense, historically rooted Cuban tradition, giving the place a sense of cultural specificity and gravitas even as it sits amid one of the city’s most scenic, attention-grabbing blocks.
Best For
This is a place built for people-watching and easygoing meals on Ocean Drive. Its location and tone make it a natural pick for casual hangouts, weekend brunches, and late-night bites when the strip is busiest. The menu’s Cuban focus positions it for visitors who want a taste of Miami’s culinary identity without pretension: come for an informal meal with friends, drop in after a night out, or make it a brunch stop while exploring South Beach. The setting reads scenic and historic, so dining here doubles as a local cultural moment.
Ordering Tips
When you visit, prioritize the venue’s signature items: truffled yuca fries, Cuban tacos, and Lechon Asado are highlighted as focal dishes. These choices reflect the restaurant’s commitment to Cuban flavors and the rich, direct seasoning traditions the copy emphasizes. The truffled yuca fries make a strong shareable starter, the Cuban tacos offer a streetwise take on classic flavors, and the Lechon Asado showcases heartier, roast-style cooking tied to the restaurant’s described provenance. Let the signature plates guide your meal to get a concise sense of the kitchen’s approach.
Venue details
Ambiance
Vibrant Caribbean vibes with live music every evening, creating a fun and energetic atmosphere praised for excellent food and service.
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Vibe
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Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- truffled yuca fries
- Cuban tacos
- Lechon Asado
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Taquiza, Notable alternative
- Coyote Taqueria, Notable alternative
- La Sandwicherie, Sandwiches, Sandwiches
- LT Steak & Seafood, Notable alternative
- Donatella, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Call Me Cuban holds the middle ground among Ocean Drive casual dining options. Taquiza and Coyote Taqueria offer Mexican alternatives at comparable price points and foot-traffic locations; all three serve the same visitor base looking for familiar flavors without fuss. La Sandwicherie, though slightly north in South Beach, competes on speed and price if you want a Cuban sandwich or other handheld without sitting down, it's faster for solo diners and stays open even later, often past 2 AM on weekends.
For a step up in ambiance and service, LT Steak & Seafood and Donatella offer full-service dining with advance booking and wine programs, at roughly double the likely price of Call Me Cuban. Choose them for special occasions or group dinners where reliable reservations and polished service matter. Call Me Cuban wins on flexibility and late hours, if you're walking Ocean Drive after 10 PM and need food without drama, it's the easier option. For a quieter, less tourist-dense Cuban meal, venture inland to neighborhoods like Little Havana or Wynwood, where family-run spots deliver deeper flavor at lower prices, though without the beachfront convenience.
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Compare Call Me Cuban
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Call Me Cuban | Miami Beach | ; | No published awards |
| Taquiza | Miami Beach | ; | 2026 OAD Cheap Eats in North America RecommendedMichelin Guide Florida 20262025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #1482025 Michelin Plate2024 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #892024 Michelin Plate2023 OAD Cheap Eats in North America in Ranked · #121 |
| Coyote Taqueria | Miami Beach | ; | No published awards |
| La Sandwicherie | Miami | Sandwiches | 2025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America |
| LT Steak & Seafood | Miami Beach | ; | No published awards |
| Donatella | Miami Beach | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Call Me Cuban handle dietary restrictions?
Is Call Me Cuban good for solo dining?
Call Me Cuban is casual and open 9 AM–11 PM Monday through Friday, with Saturday and Sunday hours from 9 AM–12 AM.
Is Call Me Cuban good for a special occasion?
For a special occasion, check current details about the dining room, service style, reservations, menu before booking. For a more planned meal, compare current information with another Miami Beach option such as LT Steak & Seafood.
