Spent Mother's Day at La Vasca Deli in Miami with the family, and honestly, it felt like being…read moretransported straight to Spain. First things first: if you want their Spanish tortilla with chorizo, you have to order it ahead of time. Same-day they usually only have the regular tortilla available, so plan ahead -- and trust me, it's worth it. Thick, soft, perfectly layered potatoes and egg with that extra smoky chorizo flavor that takes it to another level. A true comfort dish done right. Their tortilla is one of their staples for a reason. We also ordered a variety of croquetas: jamón serrano, queso manchego, camarones, and bacalao. Honestly, all of them were good (and I mean all), but the bacalao croquetas? Wow. Next level. Super creamy inside, crispy outside, packed with flavor -- easily my favorite of the table. And because it was Mother's Day, dessert was mandatory. Everyone ordered something different: flan with almond ice cream, crema catalana, Basque-style cheesecake, and I went for the Tarta San Marcos. I'm not Spanish, so it was my first time trying it, and I was pleasantly surprised. It's made with layers of sponge cake, cream, chocolate truffle -- but somehow it doesn't feel too heavy. It paired perfectly with a cafecito and was the ideal ending to the meal. The place is small, cozy, and very authentic. I hadn't been in a while, and you can tell they've organized the space better -- the wine boxes and market area feel cleaner and more intentional, and there's a little more room to breathe. Service was super nice and welcoming. Overall, La Vasca is one of those hidden gems where the food feels as authentic as it gets. If you're craving real Spanish food in Miami, this place absolutely delivers.

Hi everyone and I hope you are all doing well. Well we went out with some friends of ours last…read morenight to a Spanish restaurant near the Little Havana district of Miami called La Vasca Deli. We had never heard of it until our friends mentioned it as they said they really enjoyed it and were good friends with the owner. Now this restaurant is located in a very unassuming strip mall on SW 8 Street but do not let the location fool you as this restaurant is the real deal. It has deli section with lots of Spanish cheeses and other items; also, has a wonderful selection of Spanish wines. Hard to miss as there are bottles everywhere. The vibe was that of small European type cafe in Spain and Portugal and was very warm and cozy. The owners are especially nice and provided us with some complimentary bread and some home made crab and salmon spreads with Aoli that were awesome. The restaurant is small so reservations are definitely in order if you are thinking on checking them out and I really recommend that you do. What the owners are saving in operational overhead makes it's way to the quality of their food. We all decided to go Tapas style so we could try a little of the more popular dishes and I have to say it was the right approach. No need to worry on portion sizes either as they are excellent and perfect for sharing. From the home made ham and cod croquettes to the traditional lacón con papas, Spanish seafood medley "Mal de Vida" it was all fresh, made to order and delicious. We really had a wonderful time, eating and reminiscing which is what it's all about right? Parking can be a bit of a problem so if you can't find a spot in the strip mall itself, their is public street parking available and you can drive around back to the residential neighborhood and park anywhere you do not see a "No Parking" sign. Make sure you comply or your car will get towed. Overall, we had a wonderful time and we will be going back again and often! This cozy little gem is as good if not better than many of the upscale Spanish restaurants in Miami and for way less money. So if you find yourself in the Little Havana area or are willing to take a drive to taste some awesome Spanish food feel free to check them out. I am positive you will not be disappointed. Wishing you all a wonderful dining experience and bon appétit m'es amis!

Zeru, located at the aka Hotel in the Financial District, is arguably one of the most elegant…read moreBasque restaurants in Miami-Dade County. The sophisticated, modern interior is adorned with various pieces of art that make the space truly beautiful. The menu highlights seafood from its various appetizers to rice/pallela and dishes from the josper. We ordered from both the Miami Spice menu and from the a la carte menu, since we anticipated smaller portions, and are glad we did. Like other Spanish restaurants, the focus here is on ordering a variety of tapas/family style dishes to share. The welcome pintxo featuring serrano ham was a good way to start the meal. We had a wide range of dishes, ranging from the following: Appetizers - Burrata salad, watermelon and almond pesto - Pata negra and parmesan croquettes - Black cod piquillo peppers - Crystal bread toast with Spanish escalibada Sides - Potato millefeuille with baked apple Entrees - Dover Sole, capers and citric beurre - Branzino filet "al horno" Desserts - Manchego cheese fondant with vanilla ice cream - Caramel chocolate mousse, coffee & dark chocolate gelees The food itself took us on a culinary journey! The pata negra and parmesan croquettes were amazing, as were the crystal bread toasts with Spanish escalibada. If we could order full plates of just those appetizers, I think we may on a future visit! The black cod piquillo peppers and Potato millefeuille with baked apple were very unique as appetizers and sides. The dover sole is among the best fish dishes I've had in Miami-- this is right up there with the one I've had at Klaw. The manchego cheese fondant with vanilla ice cream is also a dessert that we'll be dreaming about going forward! While the food was excellent, why the 3 star rating? Yelp does not allow half ratings otherwise this would be a 3.5/5 stars. The issue we had was with the service tapering off throughout our dinner. We understand that Monday nights are slow, but after great service to start, it did take a while to get our food, and it felt like "higher spend" tables ordering wine were the priority. It also took us a while to get our check as a result. It felt like we were "forgotten about" at certain times. Hopefully this service hiccup can get corrected in the future and match the quality of the food and the expensive price point it commands. We are looking forward to a return visit in the future to try out their tasting menu!

Omg where to start! Had an amazing experience here…read more The restaurant is beautiful. The service we received was excellent! The food was incredible. The waitress lead us on a culinary journey with her recommendations. We were beyond pleased! Highly recommend!!!!

This was my favorite restaurant I went to with the best food on a trip to Miami. After walking…read moreinside, we were immediately greeted by the owner and chef, Felipe, who was so welcoming and friendly, and I felt right at home. There was deliciously fresh complimentary bread (and complimentary water too, which was amazing to find in Miami). The bread was still hot from the oven, and it was nice and crunchy but still soft. The table had olive oil for the bread too, but I don't think it necessarily needed it because it was so good by itself already. The Valencia Paella had chicken and seafood in it, and I honestly loved the combination. The chicken was cooked perfectly so it was nice and tender and also well-seasoned. The seafood had great flavor, and I really enjoyed trying all the different kinds. I love paella, and I've been looking for a good paella ever since I tried it in Spain for the first time. After debating between a few options in Miami, I was so happy I went with this restaurant because I was very satisfied with their paella. Overall, the food was amazing, and I loved the atmosphere of the restaurant. The experience couldn't have been better, and I'm already eager to go back to try the Iberian Ham and say hi to Felipe again.

Food is incredible authentic and delicious!!!! Everything here is beyond amazing, service…read moreextremely good and professional! The ambience is like you be home, very cozy and comfortable the chef come to welcome you as well ( is like u be at grandma house )! I really recommend this place 200% is another level !!!!

Food was very good, desserts delicious Atmosphere is very…read moreauthentic Spanish flare. Will like to return for dinner service as we went for a luncheon.

Love coming here for the ambience, dinners and enterainment experience (after 7pm) with the Tunos…read morewalking around singing and playing on their guitars and mandolin. You tip them of course to appreciate them singing at your table. On my last visit first week of November, the three of us had found out that later in the evening near the bar area in a room over there is live flamenco dancer performing along with guitar player. I believe it starts at 8pm?? Call to ask. They were pros! Singing from the guy playing the guitar sounded like he could be in the Gypsy Kings band wow. The lady danced so expertly and powerful! So the food is always on point tastey, the 3 of us had many appetizers and then shared a Dover Sole. The staff prepping deboning the Dover Sole table side did a superb job plating all 3 plates beautifully! I was impressed. One of my friends enjoyed the authentic Tunos and also went afterward to the bar area to thoroughly enjoy the Flemanco lady singing and dancing. Me and my other friend closed our table and joined her over there shortly. What a fun evening to stay until as the restaurant was winding down! Will be back!.

I had a wonderful experience at this restaurant. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere felt…read morewarm and welcoming, with a comfortable setting that made it easy to relax and enjoy the evening. The food was outstanding. Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You can really tell that the kitchen pays attention to quality ingredients and careful preparation. The menu had a great variety of options, making it easy for everyone in our group to find something they loved. The service was just as impressive. The staff was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu, offering great recommendations and making sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. Overall, this restaurant delivered a fantastic dining experience. Great food, excellent service, and a lovely atmosphere make it a place I would happily visit again and recommend to others.

Hadn't been here in years and really can't believe that I hadn't reviewed this restaurant…read morepreviously. We ordered the house pate, anchovies, garbanzos guisados, and the paella de mariscos con langostinos. Everything tasted great, but I will say that my personal favorite was the pate. Service was on point and prices are reasonable. Plus, they have live music if you prefer and the restaurant itself looks great. Excellent spot for a date night out imho. 5 stars well deserved!

We visited here on vacation. This restaurant has a fairly small menu with mostly small plates and…read morea handful of mains. We weren't too hungry so it was perfect for us. We tried their iberico ham, roasted artichokes, eggplant and pepper, pork cheek, and house bread. We enjoyed every dish and ordered seconds of the pork cheek and bread! As these are small plates, and their menu is limited, I would suggest ordering one of their rice dishes. Although we did not try it this time, I would expect it quality to be consistent across the whole menu. The wait staff were super friendly and provided us with lots of good advice and recommendations for our order. Overall we had a good time at this restaurant.

I came here with my family for dinner during our trip to Miami. This Spanish tapa restaurant is…read moresmall, located in downtown Miami near the bay area. There were only a couple group of customers when we ate here so it was quiet. The server was quite friendly, and walked us through the menu patiently. It's not a long list of menu selections, and each tapa dish was small portion as expected and a bit pricy (normal for Miami though). We had three orders of the side breads coz they were so crispy and flavourful. For tapas, we also tried the warm salad with eggplant and red pepper which was soft and had an interesting taste. The pork cheek was tender and flavourful, so we placed an extra order of it. Ibreico ham was also a must try (portion was ok). Artichoke exceeded my expectations. Usually I'm not a big fan of this vegetable, but I liked the sweet and sour taste offered at this restaurant. Overall, it's a great dining experience. Expect $100+ CAD/$70+ USD per person.

- Tapas tapas tapas! - I've had the spaghetti squash…read morearancini (the truffle honey is amazing), patatas bravas, mussels, charcoal-grilled pulpo, jamon & manchego croquetas, pork belly, charcuterie board - Everything was delicious and the service was amazing - They have indoor and outdoor tables, high-top tables and regular tables - I recommend their happy hour, they have a DJ thurs-sat, and sit outside when the weather is just right - Great for dates and groups

Great ambiance. Scallops were amazing…read more The service was perfect. I had seafood paella it may have been overcooked. I would try another entree next time. Overall nice restaurant.

A Florida restaurant right on the water with great views and good food? Yes, please. Crazy About…read moreYou is nicely appointed with a bit of charming quirk woven into the decor. I stopped in for lunch after a work meeting and was thoroughly impressed with the experience. I needed a "steak break," so I opted for the "I Can't Believe It's Not Carbonara"--and I have zero noodle regrets! The zucchini substitute combined with a delicious carbonara sauce meant there was no concern about the lack of traditional pasta. The zucchini more than filled the role, and I certainly appreciated the caloric savings. The chicken was also well-cooked, flavorful, and moist. I especially loved the tableside delivery and the unique touch of being served directly from a colander. The order isn't huge, which I appreciated, it felt the right size for lunch without weighing down your afternoon. Now, there were likely no calorie savings with the Serrano Ham Croquettes, but they are small and easily shareable if you want to spread the love. They are a true step up and a legitimate treat compared to run-of-the-mill mozzarella sticks. The decor kitsch continues right until the end--the check arrived in an old-school lunchbox! The staff were great throughout the meal, making for a seamless and enjoyable lunch.

A pretty restaurant overlooking the Florida Straits in the downtown waterfront Brickell District…read more Whether sitting inside with its romantic setting or outside with its chill cozy vibes, this restaurant is perfect for a date night. From the moment we sat down, our waitress was warm and attentive. I wish I'd gotten her name. She made great recommendations that were all delicious. Is a simple but effective menu with starters included with the main dish. Great value for their portions. We had no complaints about the food and the drinks were just as good. The restaurant is very well managed and organized. It's a beautiful location with gorgeous views of golden hour.

We went for lunch and were seated promptly. The ambiance there is absolutely great…read more Our server, Carolina was great! She was really friendly and helpful. We ordered our drinks- Prosecco, mimosas and the beer sangria. They were tasty. We shared the pan con tomate, the croquetas de jamon, las gambas, the papas bravas, the stuffed dates wrapped in bacon, the montaditos, and the albóndigas. All were delicious. For our entrees, we all had the huevos Bulla and it was really good. For dessert, we shared the churros con chocolate and the hazelnut waffles. Both were delicious. I'd definitely recommend this place for lunch.

I had a wonderful experience at this restaurant. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere felt…read morewarm and welcoming, with a comfortable setting that made it easy to relax and enjoy the evening. The food was outstanding. Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You can really tell that the kitchen pays attention to quality ingredients and careful preparation. The menu had a great variety of options, making it easy for everyone in our group to find something they loved. The service was just as impressive. The staff was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu, offering great recommendations and making sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. Overall, this restaurant delivered a fantastic dining experience. Great food, excellent service, and a lovely atmosphere make it a place I would happily visit again and recommend to others.