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NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE

Old’s Havana Cuban Bar & Cocina1442 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135

Energetic Cuban eatery famous for their authentic mojito menu offers traditional dishes, cocktails and live

musical performances amid retro-themed décor

El Pub1548 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135

Down-home Cuban kitchen serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in diner-like digs with outdoor seats. The menu reflects traditional Latin joints in the area—think rice

dishes, a variety of stews and lots of pork.

Azucar Ice Cream Company1503 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135

Creates artisanal gourmet ice creams and sorbets in Cuban and tropical flavors in the heart of Miami’s Little

Havana neighborhood on Calle OchoTIP - Azucar Ice Cream is carried hotel-wide at The

Confidante, grab some here if you can’t make it to Little Havana!

Exquisito Chocolate Factory2606 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135

Miami’s first “bean to bar” chocolate factory specializes in dark chocolate truffles, bars and confections made

fresh daily – using only ethically sourced cocoa beans, roasts and grinds. Stop by for a taste or ask us how to book a special chocolate-making class at the factory.

TIP - The Confidante is proud to launch the first-ever custom chocolate made for a hotel – The Confidante

Truffle - created using our signature colors in a Mango Piña Colada flavor. Purchase custom Exquisito

Chocolates Truffle boxes and chocolate bars at our Cafecito Bar located in the lobby.

Versailles3555 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135

This Miami institution has been the unofficial town hall for El Exilio since 1971. The Calle Ocho icon serves more than just cafecito – sit for pastries, Cuban sandwiches

and more; or grab some croquetas from the “la ventanita” to-go window.

Ball & Chain1513 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135

This iconic nightclub from the 1930s-1950s reemerges as Miami’s top live-music venue with Cuban-style food and

drinks and lively Latin music from local musicians

Cubaocho Museum & Performing Arts Center1465 SW 8th St #106, Miami, FL 33135

The story of Cuba is told via rotating art and live musical performances. The museum boasts the largest Cuban Art Collection from 1800 to 1956, a collection of cigars and a

bar specializing in rum with over 450 different brands.

Little Havana Cigar Factory1501 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135

This is a great place to buy a cigar and also to smoke one. This sophisticated tobacco retailer provides premium cigars

and accessories, plus a comfy smoking lounge. Not to mention, cigars are rolled in-house by a Cuban expert!

Tower Theater1508 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135

This renovated historic theater built in 1926 features multicultural films, live performances, and cultural and

educational programs

BARS, LIVE MUSIC & CULTUREAUTHENTIC LOCAL EATS

LITTLE HAVANA

Ask a Guest Services Host about a Calle Ocho guided walking tour!Vibrant Cuban culture permeates every aspect of Little

Havana — you’ll find it in the colorful murals, cigar rollers doing their craft and residents facing off in Domino Park (on the corner of Calle Ocho and SW 14th Ave) while discussing

politics and drinking Cuban coffee

“Calle Ocho” is the center of Cuban life and culture in Little Havana. As you walk up and down SW 8th Street (between SW 17th and SW 12th Ave), you’ll take in Cuban restaurants,

popular ventanitas, Cuban bakeries and colorful street festivals.

TIP - The sidewalk is marked with pink marble stars that make up the Calle Ocho Walk of Fame. This Little Havana

version of the Hollywood attraction pays tribute to more than two dozen Cuban and Latin stars including the legendary

salsa singer Celia Cruz.

EXPLORE CALLE OCHO