I was kind of hungry, when I got off the plane. So, my husband and I came to one of our favorite Cuban restaurants for breakfast. I had scrambled eggs, Cuban toast, and home fries. My husband had grits, fried eggs, toast and Cuban coffee. The food was delicious. We'll definitely be back soon. :-)

Buscas auténtica comida cubana? Aquí es, en Pembroke Pines, La Carreta, una excelente opción. Su menú ofrece sabores tradicionales y platos bien servidos, pero mi recomendación especial es el hígado, si te gusta porque sabe fuerte, que preparan con un sazón casero delicioso. Además, plátanos en todas sus versiones--tostones, maduros y plantain chips--son el acompañamiento perfecto para cualquier plato, con arroz blanco y frijoles negros. El ambiente es acogedor y el servicio siempre es atento, lo que hace que cada visita se sienta como un pedacito de Cuba en el sur de la Florida.

I can't believe it's taken me this long to review La Carreta. This restaurant is a staple in my family. Some of the best Cuban food around. This particular location has plenty of seating and a comfortable layout, so rarely ever you'd need to wait to be seated. I always go with Lechon Asado (braised pork) con Moros (black beans and rice) y Maduros (fried plantains), but my family frequently orders the vaca frita (tender braised and seared skirt steak), arroz imperial (yellow rice with chicken, peas, and cheese), croquetas, ropa vieja (stewed shredded beef), chicharron de pollo (deep fried chicken bites), and so many more things. You MUST end your meal with arroz con leche (rice pudding), and an authentic cuban coffee (colada for espresso and sugar, or cortado for espresso with milk)!

We've been visiting La Carreta for a few years and we were thrilled to see they were open on Thanksgiving since we were in a bit of a bind. We ordered Lechón con Moros y Maduros and enjoyed it as our Thanksgiving dinner. Although the portions felt smaller than when we dine in, the flavors still packed a punch. You can't beat Cuban Cuisine in southern Florida. This has become a staple whenever we visit.

Whenever I visit FLL, I am on the prowl for good, authentic Cuban food. I'm pretty sure this fits the bill! My first visit was for lunch. The parking lot was pretty full when I got there, so I parked by their outdoor service window and went in throught a bakery area. I'm embarassed to say it took me days to realize how big the restaurant is. Anyway, I had the arroz con pollo for lunch, expecting a lunch size portion. What I got was huge! Also delicious, with a basket of toasted Cuban bread (I could have gone through 2 or 3 more), followed by cafe con leche. Good service and fast. I went back the next morning to get more cafe con leche (not something I've found in WI, although my local coffee shop owner says it's just a latte - I disagree). Also got an amazing coconut pastry and freshly squeezed orange juice. Heaven. They also had guava and cheese pastries, churros, and empanadas available, but I was trying to be good. Went back the next morning for their Sunday brunch. Great price and nice selection of eggs, meats, pancakes, grits, croquettes, pastries and fresh fruit (some of the best melon I've had all year). Best of all, they pour the cafe con leches from a pitcher. Final stop was for an empanada and my last chance at cafe con leche. There was nothing here that I didn't love. I'll be bringing the family here next time we're in the area!

La Carreta in Pembroke Pines, FL, delivers a delightful Cuban dining experience, particularly with their fried fish and picadillo. When you walk in, it feels like you're taking to Cuba with all the vintage decor and music playing. The fried fish is outstanding -- lightly battered and fried to a golden crisp, it remains tender and flaky on the inside. The freshness of the fish shines through, complemented by a subtle seasoning that allows the natural flavors to take center stage. Paired with traditional sides like rice and maduros (sweet plantains), it makes for a well-balanced, flavorful dish. The picadillo is equally delicious. The meat is perfectly seasoned, with the sweetness from the maduros and tangy sensation of the olives adding layers of complexity to every bite. Served with white rice and black beans, offers that perfect balance. If you're in Pembroke Pines, their fried fish and picadillo are must-try items.

Our hotel recommended La Carreta & grateful they did. Our waitress was wonderful and friendly. The fish soup was excellent with a decent portion of fish and superb seasoning. The seafood melody platter was chock full of seafood and the sauce was fabulous. Rice was very good as well. Great place and one I would highly recommend. Very family friendly and comfortable dining atmosphere.

As my local La Carreta I've come to this specific location multiple times in the past years. Service is always hit or miss depending on the time of the day or if you got to the cafeteria or the main salon. The fried empanadas are always fresh and the coffee always hit the spot. Chicken soup is one of my favorites and always an option specially when I'm sick. The Cuban and media noche sandwiches are often pretty good as well. I'm not a huge fan of the main dishes but the fried chicken chunks with Moro is usually a safe bet. Overall is a good option for breakfast or lunch.