Versailles (restaurant) facts for kids
Versailles is a famous Cuban restaurant, cafeteria, and bakery in Miami, Florida. You can find it on Calle Ocho (also known as 8th Street) in an area called Little Havana. This large restaurant can seat 370 people. It is known for its beautiful etched glass and statues. Versailles also has a bakery, a place for takeout, and a counter where you can order. It can even host big parties and events.
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History of Versailles Restaurant
Versailles was started in 1971 by Felipe A. Valls Sr. He came from Santiago de Cuba. The restaurant quickly became a popular spot. It is a favorite place for people from Cuba who have moved to Miami. Tourists also love to visit Versailles. It is well-known for its delicious Cuban food. It also became a special gathering place for Cuban exiles. They could meet there and talk about their home country.
Delicious Cuban Food at Versailles
Versailles is a very popular place for enjoying Cuban food and meeting friends in Miami. You can try many tasty items there.
Popular Drinks and Snacks
At a special walk-up window, you can get quick treats. These include:
- Cafecito: This is a strong Cuban espresso.
- Cortadito: This is a Cuban espresso with a little bit of steamed milk.
- Cuban pastries: These often have fillings like beef or guava.
- Croquetas: These are small, fried rolls, often made with ham or chicken.
Main Dishes to Try
In the main dining room, Versailles serves many traditional Cuban dishes. Some popular choices are:
- Moros: This is a tasty mix of black beans and rice.
- Palomilla steaks: These are thin, Cuban-style minute steaks.
- Maduros: These are sweet, fried ripe plantains.
- Tasajo: This is a type of dried beef stew.
- Croquetas de yuca: These are croquettes made from yuca (cassava root).
- Tamal en cazuela: This is a corn stew, often with pork.
- Milanesa: This is a breaded and fried cut of meat, like chicken or beef.
Bakery and More
Next to the restaurant, there is a bakery. You can buy fresh Cuban bread and pastries there. There is also a counter where you can pick up food to go. The restaurant has plenty of space for meetings and events.
Awards and Recognition
In 2001, Versailles restaurant received a special honor. It won a James Beard Foundation Award. This award is given to restaurants that are considered "American Classics." It shows how important Versailles is to American food culture.
See also
In Spanish: Versailles (restaurante) para niños
