"Hats off to Cakeland for not only making the best croquetas in Miami, but also the second-best pastelito. Their guayaba y queso is airy with lots of volume and guava that wraps around a cheesy center. It’s a timeless classic. But if you’re going to order just one pastelito here, prioritize their pastelito de carne. We tried to only consider guava versions for this guide, but Cakeland’s carne is too good to ignore. It’s filled with tons of ground beef surrounded by more golden layers than a pile of autumn leaves—and just as much crunch. " - mariana trabanino, virginia otazo, ryan pfeffer
CLEVELAND JENNINGS / @EATTHECANVASLLC
