Sergio’s Restaurant is part of a chain of Cuban and Latin cuisine eateries in Florida, known for serving authentic Cuban recipes since the family began in 1975.
What Makes it Unique Sergio’s is based on the philosophy of “Simple, Fresh, & Homemade,” using fresh ingredients and homemade recipes to serve what is described as the most authentic Cuban and Latin cuisine in the Miami area, aiming to evoke the sensation of a home-cooked meal.
A unique feature is the “La Flaca” menu, which was introduced in 2009. It is a lighter lineup of low-calorie and health-conscious alternatives, including options like the La Flaca Plant-Base Frita (no meat and vegan) and Keto Chicken Ropa Vieja Stuffed Bell Peppers, showing an adaptation to changing tastes while keeping Cuban flavors.
History The history of Sergio’s began in 1975 as a modest sandwich shop. It has since evolved into a recognizable South Florida restaurant brand, with the family perfecting their now-famous croqueta recipe at their third location in Hialeah.
Highlight Menu Items The menu offers a wide variety of traditional Cuban and Latin dishes. Some specific highlights include:
- Entrees:
- Vaca Frita: Flat iron grilled shredded beef with cooked onions.
- Lechon Asado: 5-hour roasted pork with mojo marinated onions.
- Pollo a la Plancha: Flat iron grilled chicken breast.
- Mojo Shredded Chicken: 48-hour marinated, flat iron grilled chicken.
- Appetizers/Sides:
- Croquetas: Available in ham, chicken, or bacalao (cod).
- Mariquitas: Cuban plantain chips served with mojo sauce.
- Trio Loaded Tostones: Served with pork, ground beef, or chicken, guacamole, cilantro sauce, and pico de gallo.
- Sandwiches:
- Cuban Sandwich: Ham, pork, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard on Cuban bread.
- 1975 Pan Con Bistec: Steak, grilled onion, tomato, and string potatoes on Cuban bread.
- Desserts:
- Tres Leches: A light, moist cake using four types of milk.
- Flan: Traditional egg custard.
- Cascos de Guayaba con Queso Crema: Guava shells served with cream cheese.
- La Flaca Menu Items: Includes items like La Flaca Plant-Base Frita and La Flaca Ropa Vieja.
Customer Feedback Customer feedback for Sergio’s generally highlights the delicious, authentic Cuban and Latino cuisine with generous portions and reasonable prices. The warm and friendly service, creating a welcoming atmosphere, is often praised. Specific items that receive high praise include the pudding, churrasco, and croquetas. Some isolated feedback has mentioned minor hiccups with service speed or food temperature. The management and staff are noted for being attentive and quick to address issues. The Pembroke Pines location also offers a “Chandelier Room” and “La Floridita – Semi Private Room” for private events.
Significant Events While specific significant events at the Pembroke Pines location are not detailed, the chain itself has some notable history:
- Sergio’s celebrated 50 years in business on October 1, 2025.
- The chain has sold over 25 million croquetas since its opening, leading to the proclamation of National Croqueta Day on October 1st in both Miami-Dade and Broward counties.
- In 2021, Sergio’s broke the record for the World’s Longest Croqueta, an achievement featured in a documentary called Croqueta Nation.
Location and Contact Information
- Address: 13620 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines, FL 33027
- Phone Number: (954) 381-7711
- Website: Sergio’s Restaurants has a main website with dedicated pages for the Pembroke Pines location and its menu.
- Social Media: Links to social media accounts are not explicitly provided, but the official website is a good starting point for finding them.
