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    Bistro 8

    4.9 (39 reviews)
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    Berlinesa
    Ana W.

    Lovely spot in Calle Ocho. The restaurant is in an unassuming shopping plaza with free parking. However, once you open those doors, you are transported to a chic and vibrant room with a beautiful long bar by the entrance. The bartender immediately greeted us and served us delicious cocktails! We decided to wait at the bar while we were waiting for the rest of our party, but as soon as everyone arrived, we were escorted to our table. Everything was absolutely delicious. I recommend ordering a few plates to share like the tiradito, shrimp tostadas, octopus in aguachile, and pork belly. The food and service do not disappoint. Can't wait to come back!

    ARROZ NEGRO, PULPO, ALMEJA Carnaroli Rice, Squid Ink Sauce, Maine little neck clams, octopus
    Jess E.

    Wonderful experience! Frankie, the maître d' was very welcoming. I also requested a high chair or space for a stroller for my friends who brought their 2-year old. Frankie acknowledged it right away and they seated us in the perfect corner table. The drinks were all spectacular. We had the Mex-Tlan, Miami Vibes, and Umami Mule. The food was also equally delicious. We had the taco de hongos, tiradito de kampachi, tostadas de camarón, arroz negro, and a barbacoa de Cordero. The service was also excellent, and we received a surprise text after we left because the 2-year old forgot his dinosaur toy behind & Frankie reached out to ensure they could be reunited. Above and beyond!

    Mezcal tasting at the bar
    Daniel Z.

    Fantastic bar and agave selection on Calle ocho. Authentic and real flavors on food and drinks

    Eddie D.

    So, I've been back several times and they've clearly worked out the service kinks. The food has gotten even better and they've elevated their bar game appropriately. This really is a hidden gem.

    Pulpo con Arroz negro

    We had such a great time here! The decor beautiful, the food delicious, the drinks incredible! And finally the service was great..everyone was very nice and attentive! As a Mexican I can say the flavors are very authentic with s modern take and the mezcal and tequila cocktails are just so so good you have to try for yourself!

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    Jaime L.

    Amazing. Located in Little Havana, in the same street mall as Sanguich and not to far from Thai Tapas, this one is a keeper. Great service, beautiful decor, and delicious contemporary Mexican cuisine. Very reasonable prices and a great array of cocktails.

    Marjon F.

    Adorable new Mexican style French Bistro in the heart of little havana. what a fun and colorful ambience that fits the Cuban neighborhood. great intentive service, they change your silverware and plate wear out after each meal. dishes are designed to be shared for parties of two or four. we ordered a number of dishes to get a real taste of everything. I don't even know where to start. some of my favorites are the octopus for starters, ceviche, and the seafood soup! we tried their Catch of the Day which was a branzino. The delegate fish was cooked perfectly soft on the inside with a crispy crunch on the outside. We also tried there wagyu tacos, which is build it yourself tacos so you don't actually have to create the taco if you prefer to eat the meat by itself, but comes with a ton of condiments that makes it really delicious combination. We also try to the flan and berlinesa for dessert. They berlinesa is topped with truffle which is a really unique twist on dessert! great spot for fine dining for dinner for two or a celebration! I will definitely be back.

    Mex-Tlan
    Katarina B.

    Really special. The food was fantastic and I cannot recommend the cocktails enough, specifically the Mex-Tlan if you like your drinks smoky. The wagyu dish was simple and to the point--the beef shined, it was very tender and cooked perfectly. I recommend sitting at the bar to socialize with the bartenders, and every staff member was kind and quick with orders/requests. We also received quite a few freebies as a token of their appreciation. The decor is a nice blend of old and new Miami with art deco vibes. It's a generous business that's earned its rightful place on Calle Ocho in my book.

    Chocolate tarte and the most amazing little puff sugary donut you will find within the 305

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    Hidden gem. I don't remember a place with better quality food. Great service and best value.

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    An excellent discovery. The food and service were excellent. I highly recommend it. The cocktails are also fantastic.

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    Food was excepcional service was provided by profesional staff may a future Michelin star restaurant

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    Despite a tough location on 8th St, Fantastic service, food and professional bartenders. Everyone's a pro there.

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    Great service, very friendly staff, creative food and good Wine. Nice bar and beautiful dining room.

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    This spots going to change the Miami food scene. Incredible all around! From the ambience to the service and of course the food!

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    I love a cool speakeasy thats suktry and sexy. Place definitely has grown vibes…read more You can go through the black door or do the coolest thing and go thru the actual red Phone booth (choose this option and have your phone ready) The place is flowing with cocktail ambiance. The bartenders here are artist. The menu appears like a vintage book with history about each drink. But listen honey when I tell you these cocktails are Amaze! Just try anything or ask.to be surprised. Remy was our server and he is freaking awesome and has skills. He helped us choose our cocktails cause everything was sounding like a vibe. The food options sound delish and the sliders and pizza seemed to be a hit as we saw that mostly. We were here for drinks though and we stuck to it. Only down fall for us is that we aren't cigar smokers, so the room was filled with it as we didn't know its a cigar lounge as well, but to each his own. Come drink eat and ber merry!

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    Went to Ball & Chain this past weekend. Mixed feelings, really…read more On one hand, I was disappointed. The costs are out of control. Two small cocktails were over $50 with tip. Out of control for what likely cost the restaurant $3 in booze. We then wanted to grab something to eat. There were at least 5 nice booths available and we grabbed one. We were then told we had to move. Despite the open and more comfortable places to eat, we were placed at a tiny, round, 3' high wooden table that could barely fit food for two. We ordered an appetizer and a cuban sandwich. The sandwich was small, dry, and lacked flavor. They never returned to even ask if we wanted water. Very disappointing. That said, it's a vibrant place that has great live music and a great Cuban vibe. (It's very loud, so know that). So a mixed bag at Ball & Chain. I might return but it would not be my first choice.

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    Rosa Sky is a great downtown rooftop. It's a popular spot, so you can either grab a space at the…read morebar or book a table with a $50 per person minimum requirement. ​The drink menu has solid options. The Mule is a standout, and the White Cloud (gin, sake, lime, and yuzu foam) was lovely. For food, the buffalo chicken empanadas were tasty. I'd skip the pork bao buns, as the meat was overcooked, but our server easily swapped them for the hamachi crudo, which was fantastic. ​Service was very pleasant, and the music set a great vibe at the perfect volume. Overall, it is a great rooftop spot that I would recommend.

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