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Places in Hialeah
Our picks in Hialeah. Read the Hialeah guide.
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Where to eat and drink in Hialeah
Cuban cafeteria
Morro Castle Hialeah
Editor's favoriteCuban cafeteria founded in 1966 and still serving classic Cuban comfort food at counter prices.
Tip: An affordable neighborhood meal rather than a dressed-up restaurant.
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–12 AM
- Cost
- $
- Parking
- On-site parking available (restaurant site)
- Free transit
- Hialeah Transit circulator, Flamingo and Marlin routes (Mon to Fri 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; no Sunday). Free per the city's 2023 brochure.
- Waterfront
- No
1201 W 44th Pl, Hialeah, FL 33012
Open in MapsOfficial siteCuban bakery
Vicky Bakery East Hialeah
Cuban pastelitos, sandwiches and cafecito at a neighborhood Hialeah bakery.
Tip: This is the East Hialeah branch; the brand has many locations.
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 6 AM–8 PM · Sat 6 AM–7 PM · Sun 6:30 AM–4 PM
- Cost
- $
- Free transit
- Hialeah Transit circulator, Flamingo and Marlin routes (Mon to Fri 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; no Sunday). Free per the city's 2023 brochure.
- Waterfront
- No
445 E 49th St, Hialeah, FL 33013
Open in MapsOfficial siteCuban family restaurant
Chico's Restaurant Hialeah
Family Cuban restaurant serving Hialeah since 1980, known for lechon asado, paella and hearty plates.
Tip: Open around the clock on weekends. Friday is karaoke night and Saturday brings live music.
- Cost
- $$
- Free transit
- Hialeah Transit circulator, Flamingo and Marlin routes (Mon to Fri 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; no Sunday). Free per the city's 2023 brochure.
- Waterfront
- No
4070 W 12th Ave, Hialeah, FL 33012
Open in MapsOfficial siteNeighborhood sandwich shop
Franky's Deli Warehouse
Old-fashioned deli known for substantial sandwiches and an informal counter.
Tip: A breakfast and lunch spot; listings show it closed Sundays and weekday lunch gets busy, so confirm before going.
- Cost
- $
- Parking
- Private lot
- Free transit
- Hialeah Transit circulator, Flamingo and Marlin routes (Mon to Fri 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; no Sunday). Free per the city's 2023 brochure.
- Waterfront
- No
2596 W 84th St, Hialeah, FL 33016
Open in MapsOfficial siteArgentine steakhouse
Graziano's Restaurant Hialeah
Full-service Argentine restaurant for grilled meats, wine and family dinners.
Tip: The Graziano's market next door at 5999 W 16th Ave is separate; book the restaurant.
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 11:30 AM–3 PM · Mon–Thu 5 PM–10:30 PM · Fri 11:30 AM–3:30 PM · Fri 5 PM–11:30 PM · Sat 12 PM–11:30 PM · Sun 12 PM–10 PM
- Cost
- $$$
- Free transit
- Hialeah Transit circulator, Flamingo and Marlin routes (Mon to Fri 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; no Sunday). Free per the city's 2023 brochure.
- Waterfront
- No
5993 W 16th Ave, Hialeah, FL 33012
Open in MapsOfficial siteFrench-Cuban cafe
La Fresa Francesa
Intimate French-inspired restaurant on an old Hialeah commercial street, known for crepes and brunch.
Tip: Book on OpenTable; listings show dinner midweek and brunch through dinner on weekends, so confirm before going.
- Cost
- $$
- Free transit
- Hialeah Transit circulator, Flamingo and Marlin routes (Mon to Fri 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; no Sunday). Free per the city's 2023 brochure.
- Waterfront
- No
59 W 3rd St, Hialeah, FL 33010
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Things to do in Hialeah
Historic city landmark
Hialeah Park Historic Racetrack
Editor's favoriteRacetrack that opened in 1925, rebuilt in the early 1930s with palm-lined grounds and an infield lake known for its flamingos. It is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Tip: The site now runs mainly as a casino, so confirm visitor access before going just to see the track and flamingos.
- Free transit
- Hialeah Transit circulator, Flamingo and Marlin routes (Mon to Fri 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; no Sunday). Free per the city's 2023 brochure.
- Waterfront
- No
100 E 32nd St, Hialeah, FL 33013
Open in MapsOfficial siteLarge recreation park
Amelia Earhart Park
County park bordering Hialeah with trails, lakes, dog areas and outdoor activities.
Tip: Weekend cars pay $8. The 5.5 miles of mountain bike trails and the fenced Bark Park are free.
- Cost
- Free
- Parking
- On site: free Mon to Thu; $8 per vehicle Fri to Sun and holidays
- Free transit
- No free transit confirmed.
- Waterfront
- No (inland park with five lakes)
401 E 65th St, Hialeah, FL 33013
Open in MapsOfficial siteCommunity recreation park
David H. McDonald Park
17-acre city park, the only one in Hialeah with a lake, with tennis, volleyball and racquetball courts, a playground and 10 gazebos.
Tip: Named for Army Sgt. David H. McDonald, a Hialeah resident killed in Vietnam in 1969. Gazebos are popular for parties.
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–10 PM · Sat–Sun 7 AM–6:30 PM
- Cost
- Free
- Free transit
- Hialeah Transit circulator, Flamingo and Marlin routes (Mon to Fri 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; no Sunday). Free per the city's 2023 brochure.
- Waterfront
- No (park has a lake)
7505 W 12th Ave, Hialeah, FL 33014
Open in MapsOfficial sitePublic art garden
Garden of the Arts
Small public park combining South Florida plants, local artwork and a miniature amphitheater.
Tip: The miniature amphitheater can be rented through Palm Lakes Park.
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 2 PM–9 PM
- Closed
- Saturday, Sunday (no weekend hours listed)
- Cost
- Free
- Free transit
- Hialeah Transit circulator, Flamingo and Marlin routes (Mon to Fri 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; no Sunday). Free per the city's 2023 brochure.
- Waterfront
- No
7460 W 16th Ave, Hialeah, FL 33014
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Updated October 25, 2026. Hours change, so confirm before you go.