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MLK (My Little Kitchen) Restaurant

Restaurant Breakfast restaurant Soul food restaurant

Basic, compact eatery whipping up a variety of homestyle soul food for breakfast & lunch. People often mention grits, good, breakfast, eggs,


Address

5931 NW 17th Ave, Miami, FL 33142

Website

www.togoget.com

Contact

(305) 693-0303

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (950 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Thursday: 7 AM to 1 PM
  • Friday: (Good Friday), 7 AM to 1 PM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 7 AM to 1 PM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 7 AM to 1 PM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 7 AM to 1 PM
  • Tuesday: 7 AM to 1 PM
  • Wednesday: 7 AM to 1 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: grits (9) good (7) breakfast (6) eggs (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 McKenzie F. 6 years ago on Google
    This place has the best breakfast in Miami. If your in the mood for a southern home cooked hot meal this is the place to go. I especially love their fried snapper grits and eggs with onions and peppers. Can't forget the sweat tea and lemonade "flop" drink. Amazing.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jason S. 9 months ago on Google
    Just plain Ole down home comfort ; I'm going to get you full food at an decent price.... Highly Recommend.... Please tip the people... Memphis, Tennessee in the house...💯💪
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Rhoda B. 9 months ago on Google
    Worst grits ever. How does a soulfood plave not know how to make grits. Absolutely no flavor. Salmon patty didn't even onions. WHAT. Eggs were rummy toast was cold. DO NOT EAT THERE . THE BILL WAS $30.. YKES
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 A R. 2 years ago on Google
    Perfectly done and the wait isn't too long considering the business they receive. The waffle is soft and spongy. The wings are perfectly done. Eggs scrambled soft. Takeout and go..
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Meek H. 6 years ago on Google
    I love visiting local community restaurants. I ordered more food than I could eat. The place was nothing fancy and small. Aye, aye my food was delicious piping hot and fresh. Everybody knew everyone there. Open at 7am and close at 1 pm daily it was busy during my visit. Only complaint was the silverware only due to the food...Yikes, try cutting through a pancake and the knife pops and hit someone at another table?😂 I enjoyed and will bring my folks.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Just W. 2 years ago on Google
    First time there and it definitely did not disappoint!!! A little tight but if you don't mind that you'll love it! Straight Bussn!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Douglas B. 1 year ago on Google
    Ordered to go breakfast and got my over easy eggs placed on top of hot hard grits in the container. The eggs kept cooking. The food just did not live up to expectations as everything about each item was wrong: hard as a brick grits. hard eggs. stale toast. greasy sausage.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jennifer B. 1 year ago on Google
    Food is homestyle cooking. So far everything I ordered was good. The grouper fingers, cornedbeef hash, steamed shrimp everything was made to perfection. The staff goes above and beyond to make you feel comfortable.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Symone M. 1 year ago on Google
    Literally we were on the way to another restaurant and saw this place. Decided to google it and the reviews confirmed it was a good choice. So we switched routes and stopped in. The menu has a good variety and there is something for everybody. We ordered the ‘Salmon Croquettes’ and the ‘Steamed Snapper’ both with eggs, grits & biscuits. The food was phenomenal, the reviews didn’t lie, and we will definitely be visiting again!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Tyrone G. 1 year ago on Google
    The best value for breakfast in Miami. The catfish and eggs were very good, abundant and served love and a little Miami attitude which I enjoyed. Very friendly and relaxed place. This place stays busy, which shows how much the community enjoys and values what they offer. There isn't alotta seating but it core clientele carries out from what I saw. My wife and I were on vacation and wanted to try neighbor places and weren't disappointed. We spent 3x as much in South Beach for breakfast and were underwhelmed. This may not be for everyone's comfort level but we felt welcomed and satisfied with our meal. The value alone can't be beat.

  • 2/5 Prime “Doc” F. 6 months ago on Google
    My first time going to the new location only went to the old location a couple of times as well! I ordered chicken and waffles with a side of grits. It was ok, nothing special Grits were ok, not creamy Waffle was made with cheap batter! It was very dense and heavy, and to top it off, you get this cheap syrup that tasted like medicine! I poured over the waffle before tasting it, and boy, what a big mistake and only finished half the waffle it was so nasty!! The fried chicken was better they were seasoned! They had a sitting area, but it was not being used by customers, only folk sitting around talking! Loud chatter or something coming out of the kitchen as well but sent out nothing special! I dont think I'll be going back!

  • 5/5 monuhh l. 1 year ago on Google
    this is hands down the best diner ive been to in a long time! the staff was amazing and friendly and the food was 🤌🏼🤌🏼🤌🏼🤌🏼🤌🏼 freshest and tastiest catfish 🤤🥴 the fries were so perfect i aint had to add any seasonings either i HIGHLY RECOMMEND COMING HERE🤍

  • 5/5 Lavanette M. 1 year ago on Google
    The food is great. Food is cook to order. The waitresses are friendly, quick, efficient with order taking and most importantly respectful. Whenever I want some soul breakfast and don't feel like cooking MLK is where I go.

  • 2/5 Faye J. 11 months ago on Google
    Wish I had been greeted and tabled wiped off. Had salt/pepper shakers(put on shelf after I came in). Stood and waited for change after getting food in bag and I told lady I was eating there)then said I’ll sit down when it’s ready. Asked for hot sauce, told in bag yet it was different and I couldn’t open. I finally got up to ask for salt, got pkgs instead of shaker and used hot sauce which I heard them comment about. Had trouble with plastic knife. No customer friendliness and smelled of roach spray even though food good. Other people greeted after me. 1 slim woman did a lot of work while others gossip but it’s family business. Bldg will be caving in soon looking at inside roof yet LOTS OF BUSINESS.

  • 5/5 The Teaching S. 10 months ago on Google
    Stopped here while waiting for an expedited passport from the Passport Agency in Miami and the food was excellent. My wife and I love finding hidden gems that are local and even minority owned. I had shrimp and grits and my wife had some waffles. We truly enjoyed our food and definitely will stop by again if we are in the area.

  • 3/5 Lola Blossom (Blooming With L. 1 year ago on Google
    If I could give a NEGATIVE-5 for customer service from the young lady(Crystal I believe) in the front I would. She was rude, unprofessional, and needs to watch how she talk to customers in front of other ppl. I came in at 9:05am & left out at 9:58am. The young lady took our order, while talking to customers, on the phone, and just not attentive as much. So the kitchen apparently made a Mistake which is understandable however, the courteous thing to have done was make us aware of the fact that food was running behind. I walked up to the counter thinking our food was ready several times and even had asked she not once mentioned that a mistake was made and a fried salmon instead of steamed one was bring out. I overheard the older lady who takes the orders as well, mention the mistake which prompted me to ask The young lady, she dismissed it as if that didn’t occur and stated she was waiting for my bf turkey bacon breakfast, which clearly shows that our ticket was neglected. I also asked her for sliced cheese and after checking my food I told her that & she shockingly said “ when you told me y’all food was almost done, what u want me to add it now?” as if I wasn’t waiting almost an hour. I understand it is a fast moving environment however, be courteous and pleasant to the ppl who are spending there hard earn money in these TRYING TIMES to support a black business. I live in Miramar and came all the way there to feel like I was just another dollar. So please talk to her about professionalism and being from “OVERTOWN” has nothing to do with being respectful and courteous. On a better note the Food was DELICIOUS. Kisses to the Chefs 😘 worth the wait but not worth the disgusting dismissive attitude.

  • 1/5 Eleuxus D. 1 year ago on Google
    Finally getting around to writing this, but: Roaches and rude management you can hear her talking about customers and employees. I'm not sure if it's a "Miami thing" and normal here, but it was the most disgusting thing I'd ever seen. I honestly lost my appetite. This restaurant was recommended by family in the area, but I'd never eat here again. hunny I'd never drive by it.

  • 5/5 black l. 1 year ago on Google
    Great service, great menu, great food,great atmosphere. All around great place to satisfy your hunger. I would give this place ten stars

  • 4/5 Cheryl B. 2 years ago on Google
    We were visiting from SC. Susie was a joy! The place reminded us of our mom’s restaurant from back home! True soul food! We felt like we were at a family spot! Delicious and we will be back!

  • 5/5 Wilkia M. 1 year ago on Google
    Ouuhhh baby this is a hidden gem! Customer services wasn't all that upon entry but you have to kill ppl with kindness sometimes and it worked. Food was goodt especially the shrimp and grits and talking bout reasonable oh Def reasonable. I tried going back before returning home but they where closed till Wednesday! If ever in the area make sure u stop by ! I'll Def be there again!!

  • 2/5 Alicia 2 years ago on Google
    Went here because Jackson's was closed. Had the liver and onions, it was alright. Eggs were too wet for me. Had the grouper bites. They tasted cold and tough by the time I made it home. I'll stick to Jackson's. The waitresses were nice though.

  • 5/5 Javonda “JoJo” M. 1 year ago on Google
    Delicious food everytime we visit. Ms Kat and the staff are super friendly..(She even took a pic with us). Get there early or call ahead because the food is so good, it's always a packed house. There is some seating inside. Grits, catfish and Georgia sausage are a must. They close early so arrive/order before noon.

  • 4/5 Jakiem 2 years ago on Google
    Food was so good. The wait for the food was a little too long but work the wait. I recommend the smothered pork chops and onions


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
    • ✓️ Free street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Healthy options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery

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