In the heart of Downtown Homestead, a Hispanic family-owned burger spot has been turning heads since 2011. 🍔
What started as a home-based catering service in 2009 has blossomed into one of South Florida’s top-rated dining destinations, where bold Caribbean-American flavors meet innovative burger creations.
Led by Chef Ujaque, a proud Puerto Rican chef who honed his skills at renowned Miami establishments, this family operation has earned its reputation as “The Most Diverse Kitchen in Homestead.”
How Chefs on the Run won Homestead’s hearts
Chefs on the Run captured the community’s devotion through genuine family passion and an unwavering commitment to culinary excellence. 💪
Chef Jodrick I. Ujaque, alongside his family members Nelly and Jessica M. Ujaque Medina, transformed their home catering business into South Florida’s first Caribbean-American gastropub in 2011.
The restaurant’s success stems from Chef Jodrick’s vision to prove that locals didn’t need to travel north for extraordinary food experiences.
His background training at top Caribbean-inspired Miami establishments like Café Tu Tu Tango and Ortanique gave him the foundation, but it was his innovative spirit that truly set the gastropub apart.
By offering an inclusive menu featuring everything from award-winning burgers to Puerto Rican classics, plus vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, the family created a space where everyone feels welcome.
This authentic family warmth, combined with multiple culinary awards and features on television, cemented their status as a local treasure where bold flavors meet humble beginnings.
Food Highlights
- What Diet Bro?: A beast of a burger packing 1 pound of beef, applewood smoked bacon, American cheese, white cheddar, Muenster cheese, grilled onions, criolla sauce, and a free-range fried egg.
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Chef La Burger: A South Florida top-rated creation featuring hot pastrami, Creole mustard, grilled onions, and provolone cheese that delivers seriously satisfying deli-meets-burger flavors.
- Bro Bro Burger: An over-the-top creation layered with CAB beef, provolone cheese, blue cheese mousse, BBQ sauce, habanero chicken, applewood smoked bacon, lime ranch, and pickled onions.
- El Yunque (The Original Mofongo Burger): An innovative masterpiece combining applewood smoked bacon, provolone cheese, grilled onions, criolla sauce, chimichurri aioli, and a traditional Puerto Rican Mofongo patty. 🇵🇷
- Chino Taino Burger: A flavor explosion featuring a Chinese demi-glazed burger, white cheddar cheese, applewood smoked bacon, lime-ginger aioli, sriracha, and crispy plantains. 🔥
- Mac and Me Smash: A comfort food lover’s dream featuring 6oz CAB chuck, short rib, and brisket blend topped with Muenster cheese, applewood smoked bacon, and their award-winning chipotle mac n’ cheese.
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Ño! Burger: Their award-winning signature topped with applewood smoked bacon, white cheddar cheese, sweet BBQ, Spiceology pickled red onions, and Chef Jodrick’s proprietary Rugged Sauce.
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Ze Smashed Burger: A perfectly crafted 6oz blend of CAB short rib, chuck, and brisket with American cheese, white cheddar cheese, grilled onions, pickled red onions, and their mysterious Shh 🤫 Sauce (Secret Sauce).
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Black & Blue Burger: For those who appreciate their burger lightly blackened and rare, this sophisticated option features white cheddar cheese and Gorgonzola blue cheese mousse.
Atmosphere
The restaurant surprises first-time visitors with its unassuming exterior that conceals a vibrant, welcoming interior.
Diners describe the vibe as “fun and eclectic” with a hidden gem quality that makes the discovery feel special. 🎨
A cozy patio area tucked around the corner offers shaded outdoor seating that locals love, while the family-friendly dining room buzzes with energy.
The atmosphere perfectly balances casual gastropub comfort with the professionalism of a chef-driven establishment, where Chef Jodrick’s passion for his craft is palpable in every interaction.
Bottom Line
Visit for innovative Caribbean-American burger creations you won’t find anywhere else, award-winning flavor combinations that push boundaries, an inclusive menu accommodating all dietary preferences, and outstanding quality at reasonable prices. ✨
Address:
10 E Mowry Dr, Homestead, FL 33030
📞 (305) 245-0085
🕔 Open Tue-Thu 11 AM–8:30 PM, Fri 11 AM–9 PM, Sat 12 PM–9 PM (closed Sun-Mon)