Mi Havana Latin Cafe & Catering

4.7 ( 302 reviews )
Checking... 09:00 AM - 07:30 PM See Hours
$10–20
1144 Whitfield Ave, Sarasota, FL 34243, United States
+1 941-896-7100

Mi Havana Latin Cafe & Catering emerges as a must-visit destination for Cuban cuisine enthusiasts in Sarasota. Nestled at 1144 Whitfield Ave, this charming cafe not only boasts a welcoming atmosphere but also a fiercely passionate staff committed to culinary excellence.

Patrons rave about the hearty portions and the robust flavors that define their menu. Shelby Witt highlights the standout Cuban sandwich, bursting with filling and encased in delicious bread, while Timoteo Delvecchio praises the generous servings that leave customers satisfied for days. The roasted Cuban chicken is reportedly tender and flavorful, and the tamales have been described as the best ever experienced.

Additionally, the service is consistently noted as friendly and attentive. Maria Sparsis describes the staff's kindness as unforgettable, while Raymond Buckingham remarks on the valuable experience of tasting different dishes before ordering. Crystal Chouinard even chose Mi Havana for her wedding catering, noting the rave reviews from guests.

Overall, Mi Havana Latin Cafe & Catering stands out not only for its delightful food but also for its commitment to customer satisfaction, making it a cherished spot in the community.

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • No-contact delivery
    • Delivery
    • Takeaway
    • Dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Fast service
    • Great coffee
  • Popular for
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Offerings
    • Coffee
    • Comfort food
    • Quick bite
    • Small plates
  • Dining options
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Catering
    • Counter service
    • Dessert
    • Seating
  • Amenities
    • Toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
  • Crowd
    • Groups
    • Tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
    • Debit cards
    • NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • Kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Parking

Reviews For Mi Havana Latin Cafe & Catering

Shelby Witt
Jun 16,2025
First time here and it’s our new go to spot for Cuban. The ladies working 11/15 at 5:30pm were so friendly and gave amazing service. Best Cuban sandwich I’ve had in the area (if you are reading this to pick between here and cafe havan I’d choose here. Cafe Havan is too dry, pressed too hard and had little filling. This Cuban was busting out with amazing filling and the bread was so yummy). Hubby loved the large chicken platter, fall off the bone real deal roasted Cuban chicken. Highly recommend the tamales, pork was best we’ve ever had. Yellow rice and black beans were out of this world.
Timoteo Delvecchio
Jun 9,2025
15/10 best Cuban food we’ve had. Portions are huge and so much flavor. We ended up ordering enough for a couple of days. The woman at the counter was very friendly and explained the food and let us try them. Will definitely visit every time we come to town.
Maria Sparsis
Jun 6,2025
We went to see an exhibit at the Ringling Art Museum and wanted a quick bite. OMG! The kindest, nicest people, amazing food, unbelievable pricing, huge portions. Never coming to the west coast again without stopping in!
Raymond Buckingham
May 17,2025
This is a fantastic restaurant. The staff is friendly and the food is very good. It is in an older strip mall, but don't let that discourage you. If it's your first time they give you a free empanada. We went here two days in a row for lunch if that says something about their food. The first time I got the grande plate with 1 1/2 meat. They let you sample the food yo see if you like this or that. The portion sizes are more than fair as you can see by the picture. The next day I got the Cuban. Give this place a try. It's worth it.
Crystal Chouinard
May 15,2025
We catered them for our wedding and it was AMAZING, everyone loved the food and the staff serving it. So friendly with great portions. Plus the food was top notch, I couldn’t have imagined anything better!
Kristi Mukhopadhyay
Apr 28,2025
Amazing Food! Two lovely sisters own the place and gave so many samples of everything and were so kind. The food was really delicious too, I will definitely be coming back!!
Sarah Denison
Mar 28,2025
Mi Havana is an amazing value and the food is always great! Fast service and the family who runs it is very kind and will take time to explain/describe everything for the gringos lol This is our go to spot when we don't want to cook or spend a fortune on take out.
Jose Vargas
Mar 10,2025
A bit hidden but definitely worth visiting. First time in this place and I will definitely come back again, order breakfast by phone and pick up at restaurant after 15-20min, large breakfast sandwich is really big and good Cuban flavor, only ate half, Cafe con Leche a bit sweet. The prices are very affordable for the amount of food they serve. Definitely a good option.

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