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Food wise I would give this place a solid three stars. The menu has many traditional food items that you expect to find in Miami like mariquitas, yuca frita, and croquetas. I do like that the menu pays a tribute to Miami as a city with most plates and drinks being named cities, famous sayings, or cliche words. The food itself was okay. It tasted good but nothing out of this world. I did enjoy the bacon wrapped maduros and found them to be different and something I had never tasted before. The drinks were super strong and delicious. I ordered the Hialeah Gardens and found it to be yummy. We did not really order main plates but shared appetizers. We did order the arroz con huevo frito and found it to be yummy but again something that I could easily recreate at home. The plates were not anything that made you say WOW. If I were to rate this place on ambiance alone I would give it 4 stars. The restaurant is well designed and has neon signs with very famous sayings. Great photo spots! The customer service is great. We went on Friday night and they even had a live band playing Latin music which made it super fun. We were even dancing!
Recently my friend and I met up at La Mesa for a comedy show special. She arrived earlier so she was able to get a table for us. I arrived 15 minutes later and joined her. Parking was full in the front, but there were some unmarked spaces still available in the back. Well lit, not sketchy at all. Once I sat down, I scoped out the restaurant--cute decors, pretty nice set up. My friend had ordered drinks for us already so they arrived shortly after I got there. The comedy show flyer stated that doors opens at 7pm and show starts at 8pm, ends 10:30pm. By 8:30pm, the DJ was still DJ'ing. The music was really loud and my friend and I were having a hard time hearing each other. It was so loud to the point my ears starting hurting. 8:45pm, still no updates about the show. I looked around and noticed some people were annoyed. My friend and I still tried to enjoy the time. We ordered the Pa La Mesa Sampler (Fusion) with the masitas two ways, tostones, guacamole, mahi chunks, fried cheese*, mariquitas. When we got the food, we noticed that the cheese wasn't fried. The server was nowhere to be found and we decided to just let it be. We gave it the benefit of the doubt that the kitchen was busy or swamped, or maybe the fryer broke down. Who knows. The bussers or server-assistants were providing better service, they frequently replenished everyone's bottled waters and bussed tables. Later the server finally came by, my friend ordered another drink and I asked for more lime for the mahi chunks. She never brought the lime slices. The mahi chunks tasted very fishy, the pork was pretty good. Finally at 9pm, the first comedian went on. When the second comedian took over, the front stage area became a twerking contest on a whim. His jokes were pretty funny and he was interactive with the customers. The third comedian was not funny in my opinion. He spoke about his intimate experiences with girls when he was a kid and it just was not pleasant to hear about. After the show ended at 10:15pm, the server brought everyone's checks in her section. Gratuity was automatically included. My friend and I left with our ears ringing. Overall, I would not recommend this restaurant. The show started late and ended early. The sound was really loud. Some of the food in the Sampler was good, but the cheese was not fried like what it stated in the menu. If you go, it's not a guarantee if you'll receive the food as described or good service.
Good Latin dance place. Good drinkes, reasonably priced. Dis not have ant food (arrived after 11pm and kitchen was closed).
I'm writing this review as I'm seating at the bar just so that I don't forget what's going on around me.... This place had it's grand opening last night.. but it is in reality running on training wheels ! There is only one bartender for the whole place... which is not even full... maybe 25 people... that hasn't come all at once and they are running like a chicken without a head. There is a lot of bickering between the work staff and I can imagine that this is only the start. It's only 6 PM. And I don't know whether to order another drink or just jump over and help..... I will give it another try sometime soon and re-do my review accordingly. So far... it is very disappointing and actually embarrassing.
La Mesa was definitely not what I was expecting! Loved the energy, not boring at all! I had a $20 cover charge, which was the only down side, not sure if that's normal or if it was an event? Other than that the drinks were great. The ya tu sabes shots were yummy. Loved the atmosphere and how Miami the place was lol!
The brunch ? DELISH! The vibes? IMMACULATE ! The music ? SUPREME! The mimosas? UNLIMITED. Check this place out for brunch. We've been here a dozen times and every time ITS A GREAT TIME. Just be ready to nap afterwards. Maybe even Uber
Stay by the bar and enjoy the best live band in west Miami! Not worth coming in a large group since they add a $10 cover charge per head. Unfortunately, 5 people left without paying and we had to foot the bill. The shot was ok. Like I said, stay by the bar and enjoy the band.
La Mesa Miami was an enjoyable experience. We came during lunch. The ambiance was perfect, with Cuban music playing in the background and wonderful decorations everywhere. The lunch menu also had a lot of choices to choose from. We ordered an appetizer, The Sampler. Which came with a good amount of food to share. It came with croquetas, fried yuca, fried cheese, masitas de puerco, and mariquitas. For entrees, we got the Vaca Frita, the Churrasco, and the Masitas de Puerco. All the entrees were delicious and filled us up. It was very empty at the time we came, but at night it gets more packed. I would definitely be coming back for their dinner hours. The only reason I am giving it a 4/5 is because the waitress was gone for a very long time without coming back to the table to refill our waters. She was very kind, but we barely saw her. Overall, La Mesa was awesome. I would highly recommend trying it out.
I was not even slightly impressed with this place. Let's start with parking... they block each spot with cones and charge ten dollars to valet when that place should have free parking. It's not even downtown... it's in the middle of Coral way.... Then we sat for our reservations and the first thing we were told was that there is a $50 dollar spending limit during weekends. Normally I would be okay with that if the food and drinks were actually good, but they weren't good. The mimosas tasted like pure syrup or orange juice. Champagne is suppose to be bubbly... not a single bubble in the glass... not even after I poured it. Just look at the picture. I felt like I was drinking straight sugary OG with FLAT champagne. I went with four of my friends and ALL of us received cold food. It looks like they prepare everything before hand and jumble everything on a plate when someone orders. Let me know if you can eat cold pork, eggs, or fries... BECAUSE I CANT. It wasn't even slightly warm.... I couldn't enjoy it. We had the CABALLO 305 (it was okay), crab croquetas (I've had better), avocado toast (not worth it), bacon wrapped maduros (cold so not enjoyable), loaded tostones (the beef was really chewy), the chicken and waffles (worst I've ever had) and two others... They will not be seeing us again... After several mimosas I was still not even slightly tipsy. The dj was talking too much and the crowd was really young... Not to mention, the waitress was nowhere to be found sometimes. All the waiters were hanging out by the bar since people were up and dancing. People still need service. They need to walk around and check on us. Overall, I rather take my money to Tap42 or Cooper Blues where they have better champagne, food, music, and waiters. Step it up, La Mesa.
A couple friends of mine and I went to brunch this past Sunday. I had the Cubans bread aguacate toast and it was good. (Nothing too amazing). My fiancé had the bistec a caballo and he thought it was ok. My friends ordered the toston Benedict and the pancakes. All the portions are extremely small and bland. But when it came to the service it sucked!!! TERRIBLE service. They also charged us an automatic service charge for a party of 4.. They play a lot of good Spanish music which we enjoyed. But not happy with the service at all.
The place is really beautiful. Definitely did a great job with the decor and setting the whole vibe. It's very Miami yet modern and tropical and hip all at the same time. The place is very large and decided into sections. As you walk in there are couches and bistro tables on one side and on the other there is a bakery set up. You can order coffee, sandwiches and pastel iris there. The main room comes next, divided by a bookcase full on interesting artifacts, collections, knack-knacks. It's a large dining space with bigger tables and a stage set up in the back. On the side of the space there is a large bar and also some high top seats. The concept is fantastic. It's bright and full of color. From outside you would never expect it. We were a group of six that cane for lunch on a Wednesday. It was not busy at all... maybe one more table. Service was spotty, un attentive, and not helpful. We felt initially rushed then it was very slow. The food was good, tasty. But basic Cuban food. Noting noteworthy but good quantity and average price. I had the pork chunks with white rice and maduros. Everything had the right flavors and tasted fresh, especially the rice!...I'm a sucker for good white rice! but I think my pork was a bit on the fatty side and slightly undercooked. My friends seemed to enjoy the food but were equally as unimpressed. I'm curios about combining back for drinks one evening since it seems that they would have live music and a good ambiance. Would definitely give it another chance.
The cutest spot in the neighborhood. It's in a small shopping center parking was easy. We had Birthday reservations for 20 and they reserve the "Cojelo Suave" Area and decor with balloons was a nice touch. I didn't like the high tables apart so I had them put them all in line together and it was great. They had live singers and a DJ playing good Spanish salsa and reggaeton. I love the vibe. I didn't want to leave. For the food... the coquetas are really good. The mariquitas were soooo good. I think the best I've had at a restaurant. We ordered a platter and it had tostones and masitas de porko. So good. I didn't taste the yuca fries. Also the tostones with meat on top - Fire! I had the vaca frita. Can't go wrong with that plate and it tasted really gooood. I asked other people how their food tasted and they loved it. Drinks. I had Moscúle mule... Amazing. My friends had sangra and I heard it was good. I had a great experience. Thank you.
6 years ago
Inside seating available during COVID! The inside of this place is VERY cute! We went for dinner and the music was playing, definitely a great time! I'm sure for brunch this place gets pretty fun (which is nice knowing that you don't have to go all the way to wynwood for a good time). Bartender was a little slow, I believe there was only 1 so it took a while for the drinks to come out --cojelo suave & living my best life are delicious! Food portions are pretty good But my 1 drink & 1 meal was wasn't worth the $50 tab. Yes my food was GOOD but I expected more flavor for a $24 dish. read more
3 years ago
Celebrated a friends birthday here. The location is hidden but it's such a pretty restaurant. They have live music and they sing happy birthday with a banner and sparklers. The food was good, but way overpriced for Cuban food. Between 2 appetizers, 1 entree and 4 drinks it came out to $200+. These are south beach prices for a hidden location next to the airport. The service was probably the biggest downside. I got there 10 minutes before the rest of the party and the waiters had their back to me the entire time. No one came to offer water or anything to drink until I had to physically get up and flag someone down. They also charge a cover fee per person on the final check and don't mention it anywhere beforehand. We ordered a cocktail at first and the waitress told us we could add a double shot to it called "ya tu sabe". Turns out the shots were just separate. They don't go with any cocktail as it's it's own concoction. Would've been nice to have that explained prior to ordering. All in all it's a fun time if you're down to pay south beach prices for a local restaurant. read more
The food is fine, the service is 'good,' and the atmosphere is excellent. It's a good place to share, dance, and enjoy shows every week. If you plan to drink vodka or tequila, expect to spend no less than $300 per bottle (excluding the best bottles). The regular prices are overpriced, ranging from $40 to $90. It's better to opt for cocktails, a glass of wine, or beer. read more
5 years ago
Food wise I would give this place a solid three stars. The menu has many traditional food items that you expect to find in Miami like mariquitas, yuca frita, and croquetas. I do like that the menu pays a tribute to Miami as a city with most plates and drinks being named cities, famous sayings, or cliche words. The food itself was okay. It tasted good but nothing out of this world. I did enjoy the bacon wrapped maduros and found them to be different and something I had never tasted before. The drinks were super strong and delicious. I ordered the Hialeah Gardens and found it to be yummy. We did not really order main plates but shared appetizers. We did order the arroz con huevo frito and found it to be yummy but again something that I could easily recreate at home. The plates were not anything that made you say WOW. If I were to rate this place on ambiance alone I would give it 4 stars. The restaurant is well designed and has neon signs with very famous sayings. Great photo spots! The customer service is great. We went on Friday night and they even had a live band playing Latin music which made it super fun. We were even dancing! read more
Recently my friend and I met up at La Mesa for a comedy show special. She arrived earlier so she was able to get a table for us. I arrived 15 minutes later and joined her. Parking was full in the front, but there were some unmarked spaces still available in the back. Well lit, not sketchy at all. Once I sat down, I scoped out the restaurant--cute decors, pretty nice set up. My friend had ordered drinks for us already so they arrived shortly after I got there. The comedy show flyer stated that doors opens at 7pm and show starts at 8pm, ends 10:30pm. By 8:30pm, the DJ was still DJ'ing. The music was really loud and my friend and I were having a hard time hearing each other. It was so loud to the point my ears starting hurting. 8:45pm, still no updates about the show. I looked around and noticed some people were annoyed. My friend and I still tried to enjoy the time. We ordered the Pa La Mesa Sampler (Fusion) with the masitas two ways, tostones, guacamole, mahi chunks, fried cheese*, mariquitas. When we got the food, we noticed that the cheese wasn't fried. The server was nowhere to be found and we decided to just let it be. We gave it the benefit of the doubt that the kitchen was busy or swamped, or maybe the fryer broke down. Who knows. The bussers or server-assistants were providing better service, they frequently replenished everyone's bottled waters and bussed tables. Later the server finally came by, my friend ordered another drink and I asked for more lime for the mahi chunks. She never brought the lime slices. The mahi chunks tasted very fishy, the pork was pretty good. Finally at 9pm, the first comedian went on. When the second comedian took over, the front stage area became a twerking contest on a whim. His jokes were pretty funny and he was interactive with the customers. The third comedian was not funny in my opinion. He spoke about his intimate experiences with girls when he was a kid and it just was not pleasant to hear about. After the show ended at 10:15pm, the server brought everyone's checks in her section. Gratuity was automatically included. My friend and I left with our ears ringing. Overall, I would not recommend this restaurant. The show started late and ended early. The sound was really loud. Some of the food in the Sampler was good, but the cheese was not fried like what it stated in the menu. If you go, it's not a guarantee if you'll receive the food as described or good service. read more
7 years ago
I'm writing this review as I'm seating at the bar just so that I don't forget what's going on around me.... This place had it's grand opening last night.. but it is in reality running on training wheels ! There is only one bartender for the whole place... which is not even full... maybe 25 people... that hasn't come all at once and they are running like a chicken without a head. There is a lot of bickering between the work staff and I can imagine that this is only the start. It's only 6 PM. And I don't know whether to order another drink or just jump over and help..... I will give it another try sometime soon and re-do my review accordingly. So far... it is very disappointing and actually embarrassing. read more
3 years ago
La Mesa was definitely not what I was expecting! Loved the energy, not boring at all! I had a $20 cover charge, which was the only down side, not sure if that's normal or if it was an event? Other than that the drinks were great. The ya tu sabes shots were yummy. Loved the atmosphere and how Miami the place was lol! read more
5 years ago
The brunch ? DELISH! The vibes? IMMACULATE ! The music ? SUPREME! The mimosas? UNLIMITED. Check this place out for brunch. We've been here a dozen times and every time ITS A GREAT TIME. Just be ready to nap afterwards. Maybe even Uber read more
Stay by the bar and enjoy the best live band in west Miami! Not worth coming in a large group since they add a $10 cover charge per head. Unfortunately, 5 people left without paying and we had to foot the bill. The shot was ok. Like I said, stay by the bar and enjoy the band. read more
7 years ago
La Mesa Miami was an enjoyable experience. We came during lunch. The ambiance was perfect, with Cuban music playing in the background and wonderful decorations everywhere. The lunch menu also had a lot of choices to choose from. We ordered an appetizer, The Sampler. Which came with a good amount of food to share. It came with croquetas, fried yuca, fried cheese, masitas de puerco, and mariquitas. For entrees, we got the Vaca Frita, the Churrasco, and the Masitas de Puerco. All the entrees were delicious and filled us up. It was very empty at the time we came, but at night it gets more packed. I would definitely be coming back for their dinner hours. The only reason I am giving it a 4/5 is because the waitress was gone for a very long time without coming back to the table to refill our waters. She was very kind, but we barely saw her. Overall, La Mesa was awesome. I would highly recommend trying it out. read more
6 years ago
I was not even slightly impressed with this place. Let's start with parking... they block each spot with cones and charge ten dollars to valet when that place should have free parking. It's not even downtown... it's in the middle of Coral way.... Then we sat for our reservations and the first thing we were told was that there is a $50 dollar spending limit during weekends. Normally I would be okay with that if the food and drinks were actually good, but they weren't good. The mimosas tasted like pure syrup or orange juice. Champagne is suppose to be bubbly... not a single bubble in the glass... not even after I poured it. Just look at the picture. I felt like I was drinking straight sugary OG with FLAT champagne. I went with four of my friends and ALL of us received cold food. It looks like they prepare everything before hand and jumble everything on a plate when someone orders. Let me know if you can eat cold pork, eggs, or fries... BECAUSE I CANT. It wasn't even slightly warm.... I couldn't enjoy it. We had the CABALLO 305 (it was okay), crab croquetas (I've had better), avocado toast (not worth it), bacon wrapped maduros (cold so not enjoyable), loaded tostones (the beef was really chewy), the chicken and waffles (worst I've ever had) and two others... They will not be seeing us again... After several mimosas I was still not even slightly tipsy. The dj was talking too much and the crowd was really young... Not to mention, the waitress was nowhere to be found sometimes. All the waiters were hanging out by the bar since people were up and dancing. People still need service. They need to walk around and check on us. Overall, I rather take my money to Tap42 or Cooper Blues where they have better champagne, food, music, and waiters. Step it up, La Mesa. read more
3 years ago
3 years ago
A couple friends of mine and I went to brunch this past Sunday. I had the Cubans bread aguacate toast and it was good. (Nothing too amazing). My fiancé had the bistec a caballo and he thought it was ok. My friends ordered the toston Benedict and the pancakes. All the portions are extremely small and bland. But when it came to the service it sucked!!! TERRIBLE service. They also charged us an automatic service charge for a party of 4.. They play a lot of good Spanish music which we enjoyed. But not happy with the service at all. read more
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Hello Astrid,…
The place is really beautiful. Definitely did a great job with the decor and setting the whole vibe. It's very Miami yet modern and tropical and hip all at the same time. The place is very large and decided into sections. As you walk in there are couches and bistro tables on one side and on the other there is a bakery set up. You can order coffee, sandwiches and pastel iris there. The main room comes next, divided by a bookcase full on interesting artifacts, collections, knack-knacks. It's a large dining space with bigger tables and a stage set up in the back. On the side of the space there is a large bar and also some high top seats. The concept is fantastic. It's bright and full of color. From outside you would never expect it. We were a group of six that cane for lunch on a Wednesday. It was not busy at all... maybe one more table. Service was spotty, un attentive, and not helpful. We felt initially rushed then it was very slow. The food was good, tasty. But basic Cuban food. Noting noteworthy but good quantity and average price. I had the pork chunks with white rice and maduros. Everything had the right flavors and tasted fresh, especially the rice!...I'm a sucker for good white rice! but I think my pork was a bit on the fatty side and slightly undercooked. My friends seemed to enjoy the food but were equally as unimpressed. I'm curios about combining back for drinks one evening since it seems that they would have live music and a good ambiance. Would definitely give it another chance. read more
7 years ago
7 years ago
The cutest spot in the neighborhood. It's in a small shopping center parking was easy. We had Birthday reservations for 20 and they reserve the "Cojelo Suave" Area and decor with balloons was a nice touch. I didn't like the high tables apart so I had them put them all in line together and it was great. They had live singers and a DJ playing good Spanish salsa and reggaeton. I love the vibe. I didn't want to leave. For the food... the coquetas are really good. The mariquitas were soooo good. I think the best I've had at a restaurant. We ordered a platter and it had tostones and masitas de porko. So good. I didn't taste the yuca fries. Also the tostones with meat on top - Fire! I had the vaca frita. Can't go wrong with that plate and it tasted really gooood. I asked other people how their food tasted and they loved it. Drinks. I had Moscúle mule... Amazing. My friends had sangra and I heard it was good. I had a great experience. Thank you. read more
4 years ago
I love this place! Amazing service great music, organized parking and great location, I will come back for sure! Recommend 100%! read more
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7 years ago
The food is good, the environment is great! The food did take a long time but we did not mind since we had our mimosas flowing constantly, I would definitely return again for another brunch or dinner. read more
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5 years ago
La mesa is so much fun good food and good Music. Will definitely visit again soon. It's cute spot and a few neon signs that are great for pictures. read more
7 years ago
Found this spot , happen to go by chance and definitely not disappointed !! The found was worth the wait , we had the churasco and the croquetas!! the mojitos were strong so with two i was feeling nice ;) Will be returning ! The whole restaurant has alot of nice backdrops for selfies! The servers have so much energy! 5 stars on my behalf!! read more
4 years ago
I had the lomo saltado and the flavor was good but the portions were small, barely any steak. I loved the ambiance with all the neon lights and the menu was hilarious! Service was okay but after 9PM it's basically a club with a DJ and loud music. A lot of people come here to dance after hours. read more
7 years ago
I really wanted to love this place. When I first saw it in a local article I thought it would be another great place to have dinner and drinks without having to drive too far. When we arrived we had to SHOUT to our waitress (even though there were only 4 people in the restaurant the DJ somehow felt the need to pretend it was Patio on a Sunday night). This would be the last time we saw our waitress. The food did not come out hot and was extremely lackluster in taste. Once it was time to pay we asked the waitress (a different one) to run the cards with certain amounts. She came back with receipts to completely different charges. To make a long story short, we were all charged incorrectly and I'm now walking out with 2 charges that add up to more than the total. We spoke to the manager who assured us hat the charges would show up eventually, which I'm very doubtful of. He was in no way apologetic and seemed to lack basic customer service and communication skills. My mojito was tasty though. read more
4 years ago
4 years ago
Excellent Cuban cuisine! This place serves quality food I was stunned by the flavors of the Vaca frita dios mío !! The churrasco has been the best I've tried when I asked medium rare they delivered on that. The meat was juicy and tender it was just perfect with the churri !! The truffle yucas just need a little salt and more truffle oil y eso va a quedar fancy lol Las masitas de puerco were delicious as well as the croquettes!! I will be coming for second soon! read more
4 years ago
The food was really good, but I just wish there was more of it portions wise. The drinks were pretty good too. The live band and music was really awesome but I could get too loud at times. The ambiance and the decor was easily the best part of the restaurant, it was absolutely breathtaking. read more
5 years ago
Outstanding all the way around. Picked this restaurant before flying to town and it was the right choice. Service great ( waitress even showed us her Salsa skills) food even better. Cannot wait to go back read more
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We have a really good time today, the tostones with meat were delicious, margaritas amazing and the music was great. read more
7 years ago
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7 years ago
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