Top 5 Places to Eat in Pinewood

My Conukito

1099 NW 119th St, North Miami, FL 33168  

✅ Takeout - ✅ Delivery - ✅ Outdoor Dining

The sound of bachata in the background, plates clinking, and the smell of garlic and fried plantains that pulls you straight in—there's no mistaking the authentic Dominican rhythm when you walk into My Conukito, a dining spot that transports your taste buds to the sunny Caribbean coast.

Celebrating Dominican cooking that way it's meant to be, My Conukito features an array of traditional dishes, including favorites such as mofongo packed with pork or shrimp, Chicharrón de Pollo with the perfect crunch, and Bistec Encebollado layered in slow-cooked onions and spice. 

Here, every plate comes with moro, tostones, yuca, or arroz y habichuela, displaying pure comfort done right.

And while the setup is simple, with only a few tables and continuous Dominican music that never really stops, it's undoubtedly an experience reminiscent of the Dominican Republic without the need for a passport in a cozy, unpretentious setting.

My Conukito reminds you why Miami's best flavors often come from the humblest kitchens.

Cliff’s Restaurant & Catering

10740 NW 7th Ave, Miami, FL 33168

✅ Takeout - ✅ Dine-in - ✅ Delivery - ✅ Outdoor Dining

For Jamaican cooking that tastes like home, head to Cliff's, a casual counter spot that keeps comfort front and center.

It's a Pinewood staple that needs no introduction as its dishes speak for themselves, made even better by the irresistible aromas of different spices and smoky jerk on the grill.

Think Jamaican classics such as jerk chicken with a slow, steady heat, oxtails braised until they fall apart, curried goat, and brown stew chicken swimming in rich gravy, paired with rice and peas, fried plantains, and a side of stewed cabbage or mac and cheese to round it out.

Loved it too much? Get Cliff's as a caterer for your special events and share the love (and unforgettable taste) with your friends and family, too!

We guarantee they'll love the generous showcase of flavors that define everyday Pinewood!

Pinolandia

1100 NW 119th St, Miami, FL 33168

✅ Takeout - ✅ Dine-in - ✅ Delivery

If you've ever wondered where Pinewood folks feed their midnight cravings, it's at Pinolandia, the Nicaraguan fritanga that never sleeps.

Here, the line spills past the door, often in a mix of families, night-shift workers, and regulars who already know exactly how they want their plate built, as they surround themselves in the scent of smoke from the grill, garlic, fried cheese, and sweet plantains.

We're talking about carne asada sliced to order, gallo pinto, queso frito, tajadas, and nacatamal wrapped and steaming by the counter—and that's just the prelude to the authentic Nicaraguan dining experience waiting for you at Pinolandia. 

Add a cold cacao drink or chicha to seal the deal, and you'll understand why it's a culinary icon, no matter the hour.

Open since 1994, Pinolandia remains a significant part of Miami's rhythm — fast, loud, generous, and impossible to leave hungry.

Moji African Restaurant

825-827 NW 119th St, North Miami, FL 33168

✅ Takeout - ✅ Dine-in - ✅ Delivery 

Embark on a journey of flavors centered on authentic African cuisine at Moji African Restaurant, a compact, laid-back West African kitchen offering traditional dishes from Nigeria.

Boasting bold West African recipes, fast service, and plates led by tradition, Moji has become a story of passion and community — one lovingly shared by residents and tourists alike for over two decades.

The food selection? Think signature dishes: Egusi soup with fufu, Efo Riro, and okra soup that balance heat and depth, alongside Jollof rice, beans and plantains, and stews rich in spice and soul—the perfect introduction to West African culture!

Need we say more?

Pastamarket

209 NE 82nd Terrace, Miami, FL 33138

✅ Takeout - ✅ Dine-in - ✅ Delivery - ✅ Outdoor Dining

Sit back, relax, and savor the unmistakable flavors of Italy at Pastamarket, just 7 minutes from Pinewood.

Born from Maurizio's vision, who grew up in Naples, Italy, surrounded by the aromas of family kitchens and the warmth of Italian hospitality, Pastamarket aims to bring a place of authenticity and simplicity to Miami, where every dish tells a story made with care.

Here, you'll find pasta made by hand and sauces built from scratch, deliciously displayed in their Fettuccine Bolognese, Rigatoni Amatriciana, Paccheri Genovese, and Gnocchi Sorrentina, alongside a few standouts off the pasta list, such as their grilled octopus, eggplant parmigiana, salads, pizzas, and other famous Italian specialities.

Yes, including desserts!

Plus, Pastamarket, as its name implies, sells homemade uncooked pasta by the pound, as well as cold cuts, cheese, and dry goods, so if you want to recreate their dishes at home, you can with the proper, Pastamarket-approved ingredients!

And don't worry; you can sign up for one of their classes so you can get it right the first time!