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Big moves are happening in Pinecrest — the legendary Sergio’s Cuban Restaurant is opening a brand-new location, and it’s about to shake up the food scene in the best way possible. For decades, Pinecrest has been known for quiet streets, family life, and brunch cafés — but not really for the deep, soulful Cuban flavors that define Miami. That’s about to change.
Sergio’s is taking over the old IHOP building on South Dixie Highway and transforming it into something special — a full-service Cuban spot complete with a ventanita, where you can walk up, grab a cafecito, a pastelito, and catch up on the latest chisme. It’s that Miami energy Pinecrest didn’t even know it needed — loud laughter, strong coffee, and food that feels like home.
The brand has been part of Miami’s DNA for over 45 years, serving up classics that remind us of abuela’s kitchen — vaca frita that crackles on the plate, ropa vieja, lechón asado, and of course, that perfect Cuban sandwich pressed just right. But what’s made Sergio’s stand out over the years is their ability to blend tradition with evolution. They were one of the first to introduce a “Fit Menu,” giving health-minded diners a chance to enjoy Cuban flavors without the guilt. Think grilled mojo chicken bowls, lean picadillo, and low-carb sides that still hit like comfort food.
And let’s be honest — no one does coffee like Sergio’s. Their cafecito, cortadito, and viral cold-foam coffees have become part of Miami’s daily rhythm. On any given day, you’ll find people posting Sergio’s cups on Instagram, foam hearts and guava flavors included. That’s how you know it’s more than a restaurant — it’s culture in a cup.
Of course, you can’t talk about Sergio’s without mentioning the pastelitos and croquetas. These little bites are pure nostalgia — flaky pastries filled with guava and cheese, ham croquettes that practically melt in your mouth, and that famous croqueta preparada sandwich stacked with ham, Swiss, pickles, and mustard. It’s comfort food that connects generations — from the grandparents who grew up on it to the new wave of young foodies rediscovering it.
Bringing Sergio’s to Pinecrest isn’t just about opening another restaurant — it’s about reviving the Cuban food culture in an area that’s ready for it. Pinecrest has great eats, sure, but not many places that celebrate that real Miami flavor — the smell of espresso in the air, the sound of the espresso machine hissing, the buzz of Spanglish conversations that make you feel like family even if you just met.
This new location will bridge that gap. It’s where a family can grab Sunday breakfast with tostadas and café con leche, or swing by after work for a croqueta and a conversation. It’s where the abuelas will feel proud, and the next generation will feel connected.
So when Sergio’s opens its doors in Pinecrest later this year, expect lines out the door — not just for the food, but for what it represents. A piece of Miami’s Cuban heart, right in the center of Pinecrest. The smell of vaca frita, the sound of cafecitos being poured, and a whole lot of sabor.
Welcome home, Sergio’s. Pinecrest has been waiting.
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