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Latino Restaurant in Miami

Original Río Cristal Menu

Welcome to Original Río Cristal, your Latino restaurant in Miami where Cuban roots and flavor come together in every dish. Our menu is thoughtfully crafted so you enjoy authentic Cuban cuisine that reflects time‑honored recipes. Each dish connects you to our heritage; every bite takes you back to the heart of true Cuban cooking.

Most Popular Dish

Explore our authentic Cuban menu filled with classic and beloved dishes.

Ropa Vieja

Ropa Vieja

Super Rio Cristal

Super Rio Cristal

Don Pepe Burger

Don Pepe Burger

Appetizers

Frituras de Malanga

Tamal en Cazuela

Fresh ground corn seasoned and cooked over low heat

Nido de Queso w/Guava Sauce

Fried mix gouda, Swiss and mozzarella cheese balls w/guava marmalade

Malanga Chip

Tostones Montados

Loaded tostones w/beef, crab imitation & shrimp

Homemade Croquetas

Chicken, bacalao, ham

Loaded Malanga Chip

Ground beef + American cheese, pico de gallo, cheese, avocado

Yuca Frita

Fried cassava

Garbanzos Fritos

Sautéed chickpeas with assorted sausages

Plantain Mariquitas

Fried mariquitas plantain

Pollo / Chicken

(choose two sides — rice & beans considered as one)

Arroz con Pollo a la Chorrera

Yellow rice, chicken leg quarter and beer choose one side: Maduro, salad, fries or tostones (+1.50)

Rebanadas de Pollo Empanadas

Fried breaded chicken dices

Juliana de pollo

Juliet's sautéed beef with onion, garlic and bell pepper

Bistec de Pollo Empanado Milanesa

Breaded chicken topped with tomato sauce, ham and cheese

From the Sea

(choose two sides — rice & beans considered as one)

John Bill Fish Fillet

Shrimp on Mahi-Mahi au gratin

Camarones Empanados

Breaded shrimp

Camarones Enchilados

Shrimp in creole sauce

Camarones al Ajillo

Sautéed shrimp, tossed in olive oil and garlic sauce

Trozos de Pescado Empanados

Breaded fried breaded fish dices, tartar sauce

Filete de Pescado a la Plancha

Flat iron grilled fish (mahi, swai, salmon)

Beef & Pork

(choose two — rice & beans considered as one)

Ropa Vieja

Shredded beef in tomato sauce

Picadillo de Res

Ground beef

Tasajo

Jerked beef

Vaca Frita

Flat iron grilled shredded beef

Higado a la Italiana

Beef liver Italian style

Bistec de Res Empanado Milanesa

Breaded beef steak topped w/ tomato sauce, ham and cheese

Bistec de Res Empanado

Breaded beef steak

Juliana de Res

Sautéed beef fajitas with onion, bell pepper and teriyaki sauce

Masas de Cerdo Frita

Fried pork

Bistec de Cerdo a la Plancha

Pork steak with cooked onion

Cerdo Asado (weekend)

Roasted pork topped with Cuban mojo

Carnero Estofado

Stew Lamb

Churrasco (10 oz)

Skirt steak on the flat iron

Baby Churrasco (6 oz)

Skirt steak on the flat iron

Sides

White rice

Red Beans (as availability)

Black Beans

Yuca Hervida (boiled cassava)

Moro

Yuca Frita

Fries

Tostones Naturales

Sautéed Vegetable

Mash Potatoes

Sandwiches

Croqueta Preparada

Ham, cheese, two croquettes

“Don Pepe” Burger

Cuban bread, 10oz meat, bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, crispy onion, cilantro and spicy mayo sauces

Media noche

Cheeseburger

Cuban Sandwich

Roasted pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, mustard

Pan con Bistec

Beef steak, lettuce, tomatoes, onion

Soup & Salads

Chicken Soup

Ensalada Mixta

Lettuce, onion, tomatoes small +3.80 · ADD avocado +3.50

Caesar Salad

Add chicken (6oz) 4.00 mahi-mahi +6.00

Malanga Cream

Avocado Salad

Seasonal

Los Favoritos de “Pepe”

(With one large side)

Bistec Rio Cristal

Bistec Empanado de Pollo

Add rice and beans +4.00

Super Rio Cristal

Bistec de Pollo a la Plancha (12oz)

Lunch Specials

(martes-viernes | Tuesday-Friday | 12:00pm-4:00pm)

Rebanadas de Pollo Empanadas

Fried breaded chicken dices

Chicken Breast (8oz)

Bistec de Palomilla

Palomilla steak 6.5 oz

Chicken Fajitas

Onion, green pepper, teriyaki sauce sauce

Beef Fajitas

Onion, green pepper, teriyaki sauce

Arroz con Pollo a la Chorrera

Lunch Sides

choose (2) add salad for only 1.99

Moro

Maduro​

Papitas / Fries

Caesar Salad

Rice & Bean

Red Beans (ask for availability)

Yuca Hervida

Mix Salad (Lettuce, onion and tomatoes)

Tostones (+1.50)

Mix Salad (Lettuce, onion and tomatoes)

Chicharos (ask for availability)

Yuca Frita

Kid Menu

Pollo a la Plancha

Chicken Tender

Chicken Tender

Kid Cheeseburger

Rio Cristal Junior

Desserts

Helado / Ice cream

Flan de Caramelo

Add coconut +1.80 add cheese +1.50

Torrejas

Crema Catalana

Cream brulée style

Chocolate Cake

Pistachios–Ricotta Cake

Brownie Cookies and Cream

Guaba Cheesecake

Casquito de Guayava

Homemade traditional sweet guava with cream cheese

Beers and Wine

Domestic beer

Imported beer

Glass of wine

Bottle of wine

Cocktails With Wine

Sangria (glass)

Wine Mojito

Passionate love Daiquiri

Passionate love Daiquiri

Mango-Michelada

Mango-Michelada

Wine margarita

Piña colada

Bebidas / Beverages

Apple juice

Soda

Malta

Bottled water

Agua perrier

Milk shakes

Ice cream shake

Lemonade

IceTe

Coffee

Colada

Cortadito

Cafecito

Café c/leche

*Consuming raw or under cooked meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food borne illness, specially if you have certain medical condition.

Why Choose Us?

Experience the Difference

Because we care about every detail: fresh ingredients, homemade seasoning, and a warm, family‑style atmosphere. Also, our menu evolves with seasonal offerings, blending tradition with new flavors. As part of the community, we ensure every dish delivers the real Cuban flavors Miami.