We often talk about old school restaurants in Florida in terms of burger joints, BBQ spots, and the like. But when it comes to the best sandwiches in Florida, especially South Florida, there is really only one option—El Rey de las Fritas. Maybe you’ve tackled these sandwiches after a long night on the town, or perhaps it’s just your go-to when you want a belly full of delicious food. Regardless, El Rey de las Fritas in Florida is the sandwich that keeps people coming back.

Let’s be honest—El Rey de las Fritas in Miami is anything but average, especially when it comes to food.
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This tiny, counter-service spot has been a staple within the South Florida community, serving up one-of-a-kind sandwiches that you won’t find just anywhere.
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El Rey de las Fritas has a flagship restaurant right in the heart of Calle Ocho, and has been slinging delicious, homemade Cuban food to the community for generations.
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Open for over 40 years now, El Rey de las Fritas knows how to do soul-satisfying food right—just take a look at their sandwich selection.
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A Frita Cubana is what is known as a Cuban hamburger, which at El Rey de las Fritas is served with a mixture of chorizo, pork and beef, plus topped with shoestring potatoes among other specialty ingredients.
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For instance, a fried egg on top is a tradition on this menu, plus other items like a bacon, fried plantains and more.
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People will literally come from all over town in order to indulge in a delicious Frita Cubana the way only El Rey de las Fritas can do.
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Beyond the fritas, there are other menu item favorites, too, like the pan con bistec (steak sandwich) and even Hawaiian tostones, which are a tad smaller than regular tostones, but bring a completely different flavor.
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The next time you’re stomach is rumbling and you happen to be in South Florida, snag a frita from El Rey de las Fritas and find out what all the fuss is about.
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For information about the various locations for El Rey de las Fritas, including the hours of operation, visit the Facebook Page. Have you ever had a Cuban fritas from this spot before?! Share with us your favorite in the comments section.

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