Archive for Croquetas
I’m all about Blue Collar in North Miami
Posted by: | CommentsSometimes I write about a new restaurant, go through the motions and point out a couple things here and there I like. I’ve been to Blue Collar run by Chef Danny Serfer five times and have not left disappointed. I’ve had something different each time but honestly, truthfully and really you should have The Big Ragout (Pork, Veal Shoulder & Brisket mix in hollowed out bread with fresh Mozzarella). It’s unbelievable. Oh and also get the mashed potatoes they’re heavenly.
Check out what delicious looks like below:
Potato Pancakes
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The Burger Beast Top 5 Croqueta List
Posted by: | CommentsA few weeks back the New Times posted a list of the Top 5 Croquetas in Miami which I vehemently disagreed with. After some consideration and re-testing of my favorites I had to move one out of the Top 5 and bring in a new fellow (La Casona). So here they are, my Top 5 Croquetas in reverse order to build some non-existent drama:
5 - La Casona
4 - Luis Galindo's Latin American
3 - Caribe Cafe Restaurant
2 - Sergio's
1 - Islas Canarias Cafe
These 5 are all must tries so what are you waiting for? Get out there and check them out because I’m expecting a full report.
La Casona
9606 Sunset Drive
Miami, FL 33173
305-270-1476
Luis Galindo’s Latin American
898 SW 57th Avenue
Miami, FL 33144
305-267-9995
Caribe Cafe Restaurant
3965 NW 7th Street
Miami, FL 33126
305-541-5449
Sergio’s
3258 SW 22th Street
Miami, FL 33133
305-529-0047
Islas Canarias Cafe
13695 SW 26th Street
Miami, FL 33175
305-559-6666
Sergio’s – Coral Gables, Florida
Posted by: | CommentsI remember the first time I heard of Sergio’s. It was the early ’90s and my sister & her friends would go there late at night on the weekend to get Cafe con Leche (Cuban coffee with steamed milk). I had already made it out in my head to be this place where all these hipster kids would hang late and talk about how bad they had it but I had it wrong. I ate there with her one time and I was hooked.
Sergio’s is a restaurant that serves Cuban comfort food and in rather generous portions. There are 2 reasons I eat here: the Croquetas and the Pan con Tortilla (omelette sandwich with onions, ham and cheese).
Croquetas
Pan con Tortilla
If you’re into Croquetas, these are one of my favorites in Miami. The Pan con Tortilla is massive and enough to share. This is as good of an omelette sandwich as you’re ever gonna have.
There is a Frita on Sergio’s menu and it’s a bit of a let down. It pains me to say that because I love this place. All the right toppings were there: Onions, Ketchup and wait a second….canned Potato Sticks. Yeah, that’s a big no-no, either you go the fresh julienne potatoes route or go home. It just did not add up to a good Frita. I just didn’t like the seasoning of the meat. It could be a good thing though, that means I’ll always get the Pan con Tortilla whenever I go.
Cafecito
And don’t forget to get a shot of Cuban coffee while you’re there.
Sergio’s
3252 Coral Way Coral Gables, Fl
305-529-0047
La Palma – West Miami, Florida
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Eating at La Palma is a family tradition. I can recall many moments, joyous or otherwise where we ate their Churros (fried dough with sugar) and Hot Chocolate . La Palma is also known for their Croquetas and Fritas (Cuban Hamburger). As far as the Croquetas go, they’re ok and the seasoning is more overpowering than the actual ham in it.
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| La Palma’s Croquetas |
When I first ate a Frita as a kid via a place called Morro Castle in Hialeah, I was little apprehensive about it. I had never seen or heard of a Frita before. My father tells me that it’s “The Cuban Hamburger” but that certainly didn’t seem like any hamburger I’ve seen before. So, I’m served this thing and I of course open the lid to see what’s going on. I see these little tiny potatoes (some places serve them with potato sticks), onions (generally served raw), ketchup and cheese of course if you request it. When I take a look at the patty itself, I don’t know what to think, but dog food comes to mind, which is what I thought back then. My dad said it was good and I felt like I would be letting him down if I didn’t at least try it. So I did, and that brings us back to speed and La Palma.
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| La Palma’s Frita |
I like La Palma’s Frita although it is more of an actual patty and not some squished meat on the griddle. They also make their own julienne potatoes, which is always a good thing. And the best thing about La Palma? Their walk up window is open 24 hours.
La Palma
6091 SW 8th Street, Miami, Fl
305-261-1113
Hours: Open 24 Hours
