The staff was full of love, the food was full of love, now I am full of love. El mago himself thanked us

This is the deal. The best frita place in Miami. 300% authentic, the service was amazing and the price was cheap in mu opinion. Parking is a quiet bit challenge but you can can find something the street behind or front. Definitely I will return.

Super interesting cubana frita burger, would definitely get two next visit.

Really enjoyable place. I'd never tried fritas before, and these didn't disappoint. I'll be back. The flan was also fantastic.

This place was a great find. Everyone loved the food, the people were so nice, the place clean, and we had a great time.

Excellent service delicious Fritas the hidden gem of miami, you must visit

Everything was amazing and reasonably priced. You must eat here!

5 stars just isn't enough! AMAZING food and the staff are so welcoming and accommodating, checking in on you throughout your visit! Can't believe I haven't been here before! DEFINITELY the best fritas in Miami! If you are visiting the area this an absolute gem of a place to eat! Do recommend getting there early as parking is somewhat limited in the area. Will definitely be back on my next visit!

Found this place after a Google review dive for Cuban food and oh wow! The whole family thought it was amazing. Never had a Cuban burger before and so glad we did. The staff was very friendly and helpful. You could tell they were busy but you could also tell that they were used to it and there were no problems with them staying attentive. Will totally come back if back in Miami!

Really tasty burgers with a Cuban twist. Plus, the waitress was nice. Try the special double burger with the fried egg and onions.

Small little place that in my opinion is a must eat at place in Miami.

Best food ever , definitely I will return any time soon. Food was very delicious I was not even able to take a picture of the food the sauce very good as well

Do 👏 not 👏 miss 👏 Fantastic food and friendly service 😋

Excellent food! Best frita in town!

Hands down the best food I’ve ever put in my face! Everyone was so kind and the service was amazing! The cutest little restaurant with a small town family feel. I will drive the 3 hours to eat here again any chance I get!

Delicious Cuban food and pleasant atmosphere with friendly staff & The Mago was a funny and entertaining.

You must stop here on your way back to the airport. Delicious, fresh, made with love.

Best burger ever. Everything else I’ve had has been really good as well. The first time I came here I ordered a second frita after two bites of my first one. It’s one of my main reasons for going to Miami and is always my first and last stop. I don’t speak Spanish and the waitresses don’t speak English so my order is usually has a minor screw up, but I don’t care. The food is still great.

We love it, first time we came and the food was great, and the staff was very friendly

Absolutely the best Fritas around this is a must go to place. I could eat here everyday. The best service just ask for Maria tell her I sent you.

First time in Miami and we wanted to try some authentic local Cuban cuisine. This was an absolute gem! Only 3 parking spots, so we had to drive around a bit to find a spot, but it was so worth it!! Family restaurant that makes everything fresh and the food was incredibly flavorful and delicious! Lucked out that it was Saturday because the chicharrones are only available then… and they were so, so good! Also had the Frita Tradicional which was also amazing. They are so nice and friendly! Wonderful experience!

This place is a little slice of heaven. The food is prepared fresh right in front of you, the staff are as friendly as can be, and it is so delicious it hurts. The fritas are light and savory, making you want to eat many of them all in a row. Flan and cafe Cubano are exceptional as well. All around a wonderful experience and delicious food for rock-bottom prices.

Love this place. Family style with unique Cuban Food. Staff are so friendly. Love to meet Mr El Mago. He is so sweet.

+4

Found this gem looking for something new and family owned. The entire place is run by family, and our service and food was amazing.

Very friendly staff! The food is so good! Love the cold water carafe they bring... just another detail of their good service.

+1

I was in the area completing a real estate transaction and desired some memorable local cuisine. I never had a frita before this and my life will never be the same because of it. Amazing! I'll make it a point to enjoy this Cuban burger regularly. On top of that, the service was incredible. I was treated in a way that made me feel specialby both the staff and who I believe was an owner. I was given a history on the restaurant, dish, and left with staff waving goodbye while smiling lovingly. I am forever a fan.

First time having a Cuban frita and I loved them. The "frita tradicional" is super tasty and the service is very friendly. They really care about you enjoying your meal. I'll be back to try some other frita options.

A place I'd wanted to try for some time - did not disappoint! Got the double frita with cheese and onions with a side of beans, everything turned out amazing!

My wife and I love this place. Found it quickly on the way to the airport to end our honeymoon. Amazing food. You must try the special sauce too, no clue what's in it, but it surely is special along with everything else they offer. I had the confundida and the wife had the a Caballo, and both were out of this world. The flavor profiles and the textures make one of the best meals we've had. Super laid back atmosphere, amazingly courteous and fast service, this is a must try for Miami if you're looking for amazing food, and amazing service.

Food was great fresh as can be absolutely must in Miami Authentic Fritas and the wait staff was amazing food was cheap to portions intense….

+2

Best frita in Miami. Small place with great service and excellent food. Great place to sit down and relax. Most days El Mago is there. He is super and loves making sure you get that special treatment and great quality with superior service. Love seeing a restaurant that the owner is still there. It gives it a special home feeling. For sure would recommend if you havent tried yet.

Cuban style burger which served to Obama. Food is good and waitress is really nice. we order 4 burgers for 2 person.

+1

Had the confundida and it was excellent. Definitely recommend trying that. It was a chorizo seasoned burger and a Cuban sandwich in one. Parking was limited. Burger was also bigger than what I thought i was getting. Thought it was going to be a slider size.

Family owned and operated. The food was delicious. The service was THE BEST. I had the chicken sandwich and it was amazing. Miss coming here with my parents. It was especially nice to see El Mago sitting at the counter, his daughter elegantly running things behind the counter. Everyone was happy. Thank you!!!

Excellent food, great prices and best of all the attention of the staff is AMAZING, you will feel extremely welcomed...overall best fritas in town !! 🙌😬

I absolutely love their Frita a Cavallo! Let’s not forget the aioli, hot sauce, and great customer service. We have been here quite a few times and it is always better than I remembered. Totally worth the 40 min drive.

Great food, great place very clean and everyone is very friendly and the food is amazing

This is a famous restaurant in West Miami since the early 1980s, which perfectly represents Cuban cuisine and hospitality. They specialize in the Cuban style burger known as a "frita". A frita is classically made with a beef and pork (chorizo is sometimes used) patty topped with cooked onions and crispy shoestring potatoes, and served on a Cuban bread roll. They serve a few different variations with single, double and triple patties. They also serve various other Cuban staples: pastries, desserts, shakes, and sandwiches. I usually order the double frita with a fried egg on top with swiss cheese and side of french fries. It's a phenomenal burger with a great balance of flavors and textures. The patty is savory and mildly spicy, the swiss cheese is nutty, the fried onions are sweet, the runny egg yolk is silky, and shoestring potatoes add crunch. They serve each burger with a side of garlic aioli which takes the burger and fries to the next level. Although the frita is a relatively simple burger, it's unique blend of delicious flavors is a culinary masterpiece of Cuban cuisine and is rarely found outside of Miami in the United States. The service and hospitality is second to none, and the ladies working the restaurant treat everyone like family. The restaurant and clean and has an old school Miami vibe with the bar counter. Prices are fair and reasonable. El Mago de las Fritas is a local favorite and should be on everyone's list when visiting Miami.

What a find! The best fritas, gorgeous fruit juices too. Cannot wait to return for more!

Truly exceptional! I hope this place never changes. A must try if you’re in Miami!

This is definitely old-school 1970's lunch counter style neighborhood spot. Counter stools & tables for about 40 diners. Short menu focused on the famous Cuban-style frita(hamburger-style beef, sausage or chicken). Everybody knows that but the REAL star is the pork chicharones(deep-fried pork belly meat with crispy skin). No sauce just served with a lime wedge! But there's the kicker, it's ONLY available on Saturdays after 12 noon. A medium -sized portion at $6.50 is a steal! I was not impressed with the flan. Super service from your Cuban abuela!

Great place, in the heart of the old soul that is West Miami, definitely everyone should come try a Frita or a Hot Dog. Many famous entities have visited this place.

This place. Fantastic. Always packed so you might have to wait, but so worth it! Definitely a place to check out.

Amazing atmosphere, transports you away to Cuba. Fantastic food and friendly ownership. An experience any foodie would love to have

The Fritas are an awesome take on a hamburger. Bother chicken and chorizo we're delicious. Good beer selection and awesome service. Very clear it is a family owned and operated establishment

Excellent! Highly recommend the confundida burger. Amazing. I stole all of my husbands haha. Very reasonably priced and good amount. The perfect Cuban diner. Would come again!

Welcoming people, fresh fries and Cuban burgers and sandwiches at an affordable price. One of the best meals i had at that price range.

Ok, this may not be the fanciest of locations and the decor is old school, and parking is limited at best, but - and this but is bigger than Kim Kardashian's - the food is amazing and so reasonably priced. I recommend the Frita Cubana Al Caballo with a Batido de Mamey to wash it down. The bun in the Frita was soft and delicious and the batidio was sublime. For those who don't know a Frita is a Cuban burger but the Patty is ground beef, pork, and chorizo with very very thin fries dressing the Patty. Al Caballo means with a fried egg on top of the meat patty. The batidio is a shake made with the fruit Mamey and is delicious and sweet. Perfect counter to the salty of the chorizo Those two items combined came out to $9.75 and worth twice that. Delish. Plus you get that old school Miami vibe. The servers treated me very well and were all over any needs. Always a great experience so check it out if you are from out of town, and if you live here and you have never been.. Then w.t.h. is wrong with you?

The best FRITA in miami. You have to have "El Mago" make you one of his signature sandwiches. All the fritas come with a mountain of homemade shoestring potato curls pilled high on a soft cuban bread roll. The house made hot sauce is for veteran scoville connoisseurs. They also serve cuban comfort food that is just like moms. Don't forget to enjoy with a malted shake!

Fantastic service, really lovely folks. Food was delicious, very nice selection of local and popular drinks / beers. Highly recommend the bacon-and-swiss frita!

Excellent place with a friendly, warm and helpful staff, and delicious food. Burgers with a Cuban twist, tostones, coffee and more. The place is a little small but comfortable. Definitely a stop worth your time and stomach.

We ate here 7 years ago and remembered it being wonderful! We had the opportunity to stop in again and it was just as good if not better than last time. We had the frita, tostones, rice and beans and they blessed us with a flan for my birthday. Service was top notch and food was over the top. And as a bonus, the man himself was there and the kids enjoyed taking a picture with him. We can’t wait to go again.

+1

The frita a caballo I had here was one of the best sandwiches I have ever tried in my life. The amount of flavor they were able to achieve was incredible. I had the pleasure of meeting the owners and they took the time to explain everything to me and provided me great reccomendations. This is a must visit for anyone who likes sandwiches.

The BEST frita (Cuban hamburger) in Miami. hands down. I had the Europa Frita, with fries. These will become the gold standard of fries. Crispy outside, soft inside, cooked to order. The frita exploded with Cuban flavors. Prices are great too.

+2

1st time here on recent trip to Miami. WOW! delicious burgers. just amazing flavor. Chicharron was fantastic! I have never had a Cuban burger and loved it so much I had to try to recreate it when I got back to NJ. Kids loved it! so Thanks for the amazing food and inspiration, though mine pales in comparison. Lastly, Thanks for your warmth during our visit. Everyone was so nice and welcoming! Looking forward to next trip back.

This is an amazing family owned eatery! For over 40 years they have been serving the most amazing Fritas! My only regret is that I'm so full I can't eat another one

Small place but with a big heart. You will feel like home. The employees and the owners are fantastic and THAT reflect to the food. The "Fritas" are their signature dish and are the best in town!

+2

Most excellent establishment!! I enjoyed a Cubana Frita!! WOW!! What a burger!! Also, had a coconut side and flan for dessert. Nice little spot south of Miami International. A defiant stop on my next visit to South Florida!

+4

I love el mago de las fritas. They never disappoint and every time I go I just end up ordering more and more. A real Cuban staple! Love the history on the walls and always liked seeing el mago himself at the restaurant just enjoying the fruits of his labor. Can’t go wrong with any of the fritas or the shakes.

Service was great, food was amazing! Yes it's a hole-in-the-wall kind of place (snug accommodations), but don't let that dissuade you. The flavors are worth it!

Wow we loved our experience with el mago. You can manufacturer this atmosphere. The people working and eating there were like family. Within minutes of walking in we were joking and having a great time with everyone and we really felt like family. The food was delicious and I can't wait to come back. For those that were there with us you are welcome at our home any time when you visit Utah. Thank you for the great meal and the great evening.

+6

El Mago De Las Fritas is a lesser known classic of Miami-Dade County eating. Simply put, El Mago and his crew create one of the most pleasant dining experiences I've had in a long time. From the top-notch customer service to the mouth watering food, El Mago De Las Fritas knocks it out of the park. During my most recent visit, my group ordered the Chicharrones, Tostones, and the titular Fritas. The Fritas are incredible, and the Chicharrones were addicting. Overall, El Mago De Las Fritas is a most go spot for a great value and an even better restaurant experience.

The people who work in this place are awesome. They are like a family. Very detail oriented in their attention to the client. Real Cuban taste. Awesome food

+5

Highly recommend - I'll definitely go back next time I'm visiting Miami. The fritas are super affordable (the traditional one I got was only $4!) and so delicious. If you like flans or custard desserts, get their flan - really rich and a great way to finish your meal.

The frita was amazing ! True Cuban food! We came from Sarasota during HurricaneMilton . We had our dogs with us due to evacuating and they said we could bring them inside ‘. We also had a mamey shake which was so so good! The people there were in my opinion the best I have ever had! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts !

Best place in Miami for Fritas!! When u walk in you feel like you’re in your family’s house. Everyone’s always welcome and they love getting to know u!

Great cuban food and even better service. Love the counter to watch the magic happen. Cuban Burger and the Croquetas are 😋 Black beans side is seasoned to perfection.

+3

Place is awesome. We don’t speak Spanish and they try very hard to help. But don’t worry anything you order good.

+2

A beautiful place with a warm, smiling, and helpful team. The food is excellent, fresh, and different from what you can find in Miami. You can go there with your eyes closed!

Best authentic home in the wall cuban restaurant!!! The prices are very affordable And the people are super friendly too!! Definitely order the Fritas bc it was so amazing that I ordered 2!!!! (I had to order mine without bread got half reasons. My husband had it with the bread and loved his too)

This is a can’t miss for unique Cuban food. The sandwiches are amazing! Super tasty and love the homemade sauces. The staff is super friendly and passionate about their food.

It has been 7years today since the first time I visited and wow! Food is amazing! So personal and special to always see the owner here and I showed him the photo I took of us 7years ago haha! This is the spot!! Amazing amazing am-zing!

2023: Great fritas and hot dog. Don't forget the smoothies and the juices which were both outstanding.

+6

After watching George Motz Burger Scholar Session,had to try this place. It's just a small place,but amazing Fritas await inside.One word of warning, there's limited parking directly in front. Staff was very friendly, but the star is the Fritas,just so good,never had anything like it. Highly recommend this place!

We stopped in for lunch and were pleasantly surprised with our first time having Cuban food. The food was amazing! We tried a few different versions of the Frita and they were all delicious! The employees were so friendly and helpful explaining the different options to our party of six.

Had a fantastic meal at El Mago De Las Fritas. We tried the Frita Traditional, Big Magic Frita, Croqueta Sandwich, and the Magic Hot Dog, everything was absolutely delicious. The flan was amazing and a must try. They also have fresh juices, and the mango juice was outstanding, easily the best mango juice I’ve had. Highly recommend this spot for a great meal. We’ll definitely be back. Everyone there was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better.

This place was splendid! As soon as we came in, we were warmly welcomed, and the waitress who served us explained to us the contents of each dish of our interest. The food was delicious; not oily at all and the quantity was perfect for moderate eaters! The manager of the store also greeted us and introduced herself as well as the place and its history. Nice ambience and very homely feel. Super chill eatery that I would highly recommend to tourists looking for an authentic food choice.

I went on a father-and-son outing this Saturday and stopped at this restaurant, and it turned out to be a fantastic experience. From the moment we walked in, we were warmly greeted and invited to sit anywhere we liked. We chose the counter and immediately felt welcomed. Our waitress was incredibly friendly and attentive. She offered great suggestions and explained the daily specials, and every recommendation was spot on. She took our order perfectly and the food came out quickly, fresh, and excellently prepared. Not only her, but the entire staff was attentive, helpful, and genuinely pleasant. One moment that really stood out was after I finished my meal and ordered a cafecito. I stepped away briefly to wash my hands, and when I returned, she had thoughtfully placed a saucer over my coffee to keep it warm. That level of attention to detail truly impressed me. I also had the chance to speak with the owner, who was just as attentive and kind. I shared how much we enjoyed both the food and the service. The entire experience made us feel like we were eating at our grandparents’ home—full of warmth, happiness, and genuine family-style treatment. Highly recommended.

Came in on a quiet Monday night -- the food was great, but the service was memorably friendly. Our server (and the owner/manager) were really excited to welcome us as first-time guests, walk us through the menu, etc. I really can't stress how friendly and hospitable they are. Will go back next time in Miami!

Ate here a few months ago while killing time waiting to go to the airport and forgot to give them a review. We are from Wisconsin and were told this was the best Cuban food. Server was surprised we knew of the place. Great food and friendly atmosphere. My kids even loved the food. We'll definitely go back when in Miami.

Tonight I stopped by this place, as it has been on my radar for the last two weeks ever since I saw a niche social media post about it. Although the place being empty around 6 PM, do not let that fact fool you! I asked the lovely lady (Adís is her name I believe) if I can order the Big Magic Frita with fries and a mango smoothie( the only one they had at the time). She also convinced me to stay to eat inside since I had the time to. Despite me generally not liking mangoes and Aioli sauce, this establishment made it with pure love to the point where I would give them another try! She also gave me a taste test of another milkshake that they do on certain days and I'm happy to say that it tasted fantastic too! I can't believe that you can still find hidden gems inside Miami, considering the fact that this place has been there for the past 40 years. guaranteed on my next Pay-Day I'll go visit El Mago to try everything else that they offer! Also, thank you El Mago for opening another door in my life to trying Cuban Food!

These just might be the best fritas in Miami. I highly recommend it. The tostones were also excellent. The service was good despite it being super busy when we were there. I will be returning for sure.

Abel Rodriguez

En la calle Ocho. El mago de las fritas es uno de los sitios que no puedo dejar de ir cada vez que vengo a Miami. La frita clásica es mi favorita. Pero cualquiera que pidas está muy bien. A caballo es buenísima! Los sábados de Ajiaco y chicharron no pueden faltar y el viernes bacalao. Los tamales con salsita y su picante de habanero espectaculares y además siempre tan bien atendido, las chicas más amables y simpáticas del mundo, para pasar un buen rato conversando y comiendo rico. Café cubano del bueno para terminar. Siempre es grato venir, disfrutad comiendo y pasando un buen rato. Y si eres de los que siempre has amado las fritas, aquí es el lugar para venir. Tiene sus propias plazas de parking afuera y está ubicado en la calle ocho cerca de todo!

Gustavo R.

Excelente restaurante para comer las tradicionales Fritas cubanas, muy buena atención, siempre está presente el dueño (el mago de las fritas) quien te saluda con una amable sonrisa. y lo mejor de todo: la comida es deliciosa. Ubicado sobre la calle 8 en Miami, 100% Recomendado, el flan es espectacular ———————————————————————- Excellent restaurant to eat traditional Cuban Fritas, very good service, the owner (the fries magician) is always present and greets you with a friendly smile. and best of all: the food is delicious. Located on 8th Street in Miami, 100% Recommended, the flan is spectacular

Daymi Ramirez

Las mejores fritas de Miami, se comen en este lugar . Hortelio nos lleva a recordar con cada mordisco de la frita a nuestras raíces cubanas. Y han contagiado a muchas personas americanas, latinas con nuestro sabor. Es un excelente lugar las muchachas son muy amables y el servicio excelente.

Edgar

Es un lugar pequeño y famoso, visitado por grandes personalidades que tienen en fotos colgadas en la pared; la razón es porque las fritas son muy ricas y te recomiendan un aderezo cremoso que les va muy bien, no pude evitar comer dos aunque la porción es buena. El servicio es de primera, te atienden con una sonrisa y los precios son accesibles. El batido de mango es delicioso.

José da Silva

La confundida es deliciosa, los sabores de el cerdo la hacen especial. Yo le agregaría el tostón de la big magic y la haría la frita perfecta.

Excellent Cuban burgers (Fritas). You can get single or double patty with a fried egg. I wish my belly was big enough to try everything.

+2

Very good frita burger, and the tostones con meat were delicious. Prices are very good for the quality of the food.

Outstanding and classic Cuban diner with great sandwiches and the nicest people. Definitely a do not miss in Little Havana to get the authentic Miami Cuban experience.

+5

Delicious . Try the double burger :)

Loved the vibe & the food! Server was extremely helpful & gave good recommendations. Order had 1 frita with 3 tostones, 1 frita & croquetas with fries, 1 extra order of croquetas, & 1 Guabanaya shake (opted for water instead of milk) for about $23. The food was definitely worth the price & the experience.

+1

This was a fine frita but let me be clear , it wasn't the best. I wish the patty had a little more flavor, it wasn't overly greasy which was good. But, it didn't have enough of that meat and chorizo flavor. Also, my mamey smoothie was not very good, tasted like table sugar. It seems that the best smoothies now a days are made with the ice cream instead of the real fruit.

It’s been a while since I purchased food from this restaurant, so I was very disappointed with the quality of food and how the prices have gone up and the quality and portion of the food has gone down. I really used to like their fritas and shakes, but now they dont taste good. The shake wasn’t sweet at all and their Frita had no onions no lettuce and tomato and no cheese. I was quite disappointed and I will never return so I do not recommend this place. I’m sure there’s other places that do a better job and have better quality food.

I was genuinely interested in trying this restaurant because the food seems great, but my experience was extremely disappointing. I went to pick up a delivery order and ended up waiting far too long. The order was never completed, and I ultimately had to cancel. It appears they only have one person cooking, which makes it impossible for them to keep up with the demand. If a restaurant does not have the capacity to provide timely service, then it should not offer it until it can operate properly. It is very frustrating to wait so long for an order that never gets done. This place might have good food, but the lack of adequate staffing and organization completely ruins the customer experience.