Havana 1957 Ocean Drive

Havana 1957 Ocean Drive is a Cuban restaurant at 1410 Ocean Drive in Miami Beach, bringing the flavors of Cuba to one of the city’s best-known beachfront streets. The menu focuses on familiar Cuban cooking, with citrus-forward mojo, black beans, white rice, sweet plantains, yuca and pressed bread appearing across several sections.

The cooking combines traditional comfort food with seafood, steaks, burgers and salads. Classic choices include roasted chicken, shredded beef, stewed ground beef, roasted pork and the pressed Cuban sandwich. Seafood options include ceviche, lobster and shrimp, while meat-free dishes include yuca fries, guacamole, plantains and salad-based plates. Cuban-style sauces and seasonings give the menu a consistent regional character.

Several dishes are designed for sharing, including a combination of Cuban small plates and a sampler featuring different meat preparations with rice, beans and plantains. That format suits diners who want to try more than one style of Cuban cooking in a single meal. The menu also includes appetizers such as tamales, empanadas, croquettes and pork bites, offering a range of smaller dishes alongside the main courses.

The restaurant’s menu structure covers lunch, dinner, drinks, desserts and happy hour, with a separate kids menu for younger diners. Burgers and sandwiches add familiar choices for guests who prefer a more casual format, while chef-led seafood and steak dishes provide a fuller dinner option. The selection makes the restaurant suitable for Cuban food enthusiasts, mixed groups and families choosing from different levels of appetite.

Its Ocean Drive setting makes Havana 1957 a practical stop for diners exploring Miami Beach, especially those looking for a meal with a clear Cuban identity rather than a general-purpose menu. The style is centered on recognizable ingredients, pressed sandwiches, hearty plates and shareable combinations, with enough variety to accommodate a relaxed lunch, a family meal or a dinner built around several courses.