Chuối Chiên (fried bananas) are a classic Vietnamese snack — crispy on the outside, soft and sweet on the inside. In Miami, you'll find them at Vietnamese bakeries and coffee shops across Little Havana and the west side. Here are our top picks for the best chuối chiên in Miami.
Miss Saigon Top Pick
Serves chuối chiên as a dessert option. The bananas are ripe and sweet, fried to golden perfection. Served with a drizzle of condensed milk or ice cream.
Com Ga Ninh Kieu Best Value
This family-run spot serves fried banana fritters as a dessert. The bananas are fresh and the batter is light and crispy.
545° Banh Mi Cafe Hidden Gem
(Wynwood) A Vietnamese cafe that offers chuối chiên as a dessert alongside their coffee and sandwiches. A sweet ending to a meal.