Alma Old Cuban Cuisine

Alma Old Cuban Cuisine brings a traditional Cuban dining style to Calle Ocho, with a menu shaped by family memories, familiar flavours and a courtyard setting. The cooking draws from Cuba’s culinary traditions while also reflecting an Italian influence, creating a restaurant character that feels rooted in heritage rather than focused on modern reinvention.

The menu covers old-style comfort food and recognisable street-food favourites. Rice dishes, pressed sandwiches, shared plates and frita-style preparations sit alongside a broader selection of classic dishes served for lunch and dinner. The approach is generous and informal, making the restaurant suitable for diners looking for a relaxed meal built around established recipes and hearty portions.

The courtyard is central to Alma’s atmosphere. It provides an outdoor setting for meals, drinks and celebrations, with live Cuban music adding a more social evening character. The music is part of the venue’s identity, bringing rhythm and performance into the dining experience without changing its focus on food. The setting works for a casual lunch, a dinner with friends or a longer evening gathering.

Alma also caters to private occasions. The courtyard can be hired for birthdays, corporate dinners and other celebrations, with custom menus, live music and event coordination available as part of the arrangement. That makes the restaurant relevant not only for individual meals but also for groups seeking a dedicated dining space.

Located at 1380 SW 8th Street, Alma sits directly on Calle Ocho in Miami’s Little Havana area. The address places the restaurant within one of the city’s best-known Cuban dining districts, while the courtyard and music give the venue a distinct setting of its own. Reservations are available online for lunch and dinner, and the restaurant provides a full menu throughout its service hours.