Since a video of the Whole Grilled Octopus from 1910 Restaurant & Bar went viral with over 500,000 views, the restaurant has been continuously welcoming customers who all say the same thing: “I came because I saw the video of the octopus.”
The phenomenon is not a coincidence. Behind every spark, every sound of the octopus sizzling on hot iron, there is a story that began in Cuba in 2010, when Nacho and Lili opened a small family restaurant with a dream: to preserve authentic Creole cuisine, cooked over charcoal and imbued with the flavor of wood from Cuban homes.
That first 1910 was an immediate success on the island, reaching the top spots on TripAdvisor and Google, and to this day it continues to operate, although its founders decided to emigrate to the United States.
Revival of the Cuban dream in Miami Lakes
In 2025, Nacho joined his friend Pedro Álvarez to revive the concept in Miami Lakes, and what started as a tribute to Cuban tradition has turned into a gastronomic sensation.
Today, 1910 Restaurant & Bar sells more than 800 pounds of octopus a week, and its viral dishes like the octopus, shrimp, and lobster skewers or the freshly made tostones have won over both the Cubans in Miami and food enthusiasts.
Here, nothing is processed. Nothing is prepared in advance. Each dish is cooked to order, over real fire, with charcoal and firewood as the main players.
The secret: the true fire
In a city filled with restaurants, 1910 stands out for its authenticity, exquisite flavor, and originality of its dishes.
Everything, from Italian pasta and wood-fired pizzas to fresh seafood, traditional rice dishes, and Wagyu meats, is cooked with that smoky, intense, and artisanal touch that only charcoal can provide.
The Whole Grilled Octopus is not alone in its success. At 1910 Restaurant & Bar, there are other dishes that have also captivated customers and taken social media by storm. The skewer of octopus, shrimp, and lobster, grilled to perfection, has become another viral phenomenon thanks to its blend of bold, fresh, and smoky flavors, an irresistible combination for those seeking an intense and authentic experience.
If there is anything that defines the essence of this restaurant, it is its respect for freshness. There’s nothing like freshly made tostones that are fried only when the customer orders them, smashed on the spot, and served at the table crispy, hot, and golden, with that unmistakable taste of home, of Cuba, of grandma.
Each dish in 1910 is a blend of Mediterranean cuisine with a hint of Cuban flavor that does not go unnoticed and is a delight to the palate.
#1 in Miami Lakes
In just eight months, 1910 Restaurant & Bar has become the number one restaurant on Google in Miami Lakes, thanks to hundreds of reviews praising its warm atmosphere, live music, attentive service, and above all, that unmistakable flavor of fire and wood that has captivated thousands.
1910 Restaurant & Bar is located at 6743 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Florida 33014, a cozy space where the flavor of wood and Cuban cuisine blend with a family-friendly and authentic atmosphere. For reservations or inquiries, you can call 305-456-4915. Don't forget to experience in person the octopus phenomenon that is conquering Miami.
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