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We have tried to get into Mi Carino a couple of times but it's always so crowded. We are bar eaters so we rarely make reservations. We lucked out and got seats at the bar on an early Saturday night. So happy we did! Margaritas were SO good. We tried several things on the menu, but our favorite was the shrimp ceviche! The chip basket is full of three different types of chips and crackers. The place is small and lively with great service! Highly recommend!
Highly recommend! Immediately when you walk in, Mi Cariño is an absolute vibe. Fantastic service and attention from our server. Don't sleep on the tacos. And the drinks!! Wow. We truly loved it all. Can't comment on parking as we ubered but it's in south end so typical parking options :)
The ceviche I ordered was top tier with flavors. Every bite was bursting with so many flavor profiles. The corn dip was equally as good. The chips that accompanied the dip and ceviche were very fresh. The tacos were lacking which was surprising . The hibiscus drinks were absolutely delicious! Next time I would definitely ask for light ice to be able to enjoy more of the drink.
When one of the servers is absolutely giddy about the food they are serving, you know you're about to eat GOOD! Tuesday night and this small but mighty restaurant was packed. Not a seat in the house; and now we know why. Service was excellent, drinks were flowing, and the food was amazing. We wanted to order the entire menu and had to restrain ourselves. That is the reason why we need to come back and sample the everything the chef is throwing down. Everything was cooked to perfection. Hot, seasoned well, with quality ingredients. The Kan Kan was the favorite even for those that don't eat pork. The shrimp was also another favorite. No complaints at the table and we finished everything down to the last lick. Get in line, get a reservation and enjoy.
Just wow.... The flavors, the menu, the ambiance... just so unexpected and delicious. There was not one thing we did not like. I didn't fully understand the menu but the menu was just so amazing it didn't matter
Where do I start? We stumbled upon Mi Cariño trying to find food and drinks last night and holy hell did we strike gold. Reservation only, but once we were added to the bar waitlist it only took about 15 minutes. Eclectic mix of rare Mezcal's and cocktails and a Latino/Mexican inspired cuisine. Our bartenders, Morgan and Everett, gave us thoughtful walkthroughs of the menu and detailed explanations of the cocktails. We ordered 2 appetizers: Truffle Corn Dip and Laminas de Beef. Beautifully constructed and bursting with unreal flavors. Followed by a round of the "Madonna" Oysters that are topped with a white chocolate sauce and caviar. Wasn't sure what to expect, but probably the most unique and divine oyster topping I've ever had. We split our main course where we thankfully decided on the Camarones Kora: Jumbo shrimp in a spicy butter sauce infused with chiles, garlic, and hints of citrus. Surrounding a bed of white rice with toasted coconut. When I say this is easily one of the top 3 shrimp dishes I've had in my 36 years of life, I am not kidding you. Big shoutout to Yesenia and their team for the hospitality, menu knowledge, and professionalism. Hoping this place sees nothing but success!!
A great dining experience! It was not crowded at 6:15 pm. We (party of three) got a booth without reservation. The appetizer (Raja Con Crema) with roasted onions & poblanos was flavor ale immersed in queso oxaca. The sourdough tortillas was a great and unique option to wrap it up. My slow cooked lamb ribs was easy to pull from the bone. Accompnied with charred squash and fresh herb make it so delicious! My friends shared the Carnitos (4 pcs) were tasty with great plate presentation.
The hottest reservation in town at the moment The story of Mi Cariño is a very trendy and of the moment spot, a gastro-cantina serving Mexican and Latin inspired dishes and a Mezcaleria with a nice list of hand crafted cocktails. The place has an intimate setting as it's not huge inside, booths, tables and high top seating and at the bar . The staff are super nice and very personable . Very passionate about what they serve and definitely can guide you through the menu. The decor is very cool and goes with the vibe. Nothing outlandish but nice tables and I loved the bar set up and the big postcard type picture above the kitchen window. I felt like that was the atmosphere they were trying to create here. Chill and laid back with good food and drinks but with a nice edge. We tried a couple of drinks each and they were all unique and good. I had the carrajillo carousel which was a lighter than normal carrajillo with mezcal. I liked the big ice cube. A good sipper. My friends had the Shaman showdown which was a nice lighter drink but not sweet. The yellow bandana was a very lethal spirit forward drink but very good. We also tried a couple of the shooters . The leche de Tigre, so good ! Served with a little crunchy tortilla with ceviche on it on top the drink was awesome, Chile and cinnamon infused tequila with salted coconut and and citrus. Eat the tortilla ceviche and shoot the drink. Great combo. The other was the poblano papi, mezcal and anchos Reyes verde. A good strong one ! All the drinks were great quality drinks. Then the food ! First up was the truffle corn dip. Was good and rich and runny like I thought it would be. Served with stacked basket of freshly made tortilla chips and crackers. Good app but not as truffle forward as I thought given our server description. Then the bloody oysters ! Yum ! Spicy tomato sauce infused with mezcal , light with a bite. Fresh and smooth oysters. Next up was the taco royale. More for your meat eaters . I was ok with this would I get again no because I'd rather have seafood. Liked the crunchy potato crunchies on top though ! Seared ribeye, onions and and cheese. Loaded on a tortilla. Hearty taco. Then by far my favorite dish of the night was the Aguachile Prieto, Argentinian shrimp, charred aqua chile, ponzu, Onion, avocado and cucumbe, aioli and habanero this was outstanding. Light, bright and refreshing. The shrimp itself was the star. With the ponzu it was the simplistic dish that delivered the best . A must get if you come. Prices are good for this part of town, which was nice to see. No crazy high prices like some places do these days. This will be a happening place for awhile. So get in when you can!
I thoroughly enjoyed the food, ambiance and service. Please don't shut down! The food was actually seasoned and tasty which is soooo hard to find in Charlotte! I had the chicken tacos as well as the Birria. The Birria is fried a bit too hard in my opinion...but despite the overly hard exterior the inside is juicy and flavorful. The chicken tacos and accompanying sauces are perfection. The drinks were made perfectly as well. I highly recommend.
What an amazing new addition to the Charlotte food scene. So glad we booked early and were able to keep our reservation for this spot! I saw it was already fully booked when I tried to reschedule, so we were determined to make it...and it was SO WORTH IT! Service was outstanding! Ambiance was wonderful. And the food??? Wow!!! Executive Chef Héctor González-Mora and his menu...one a kind! The tacos, apps, & mains were all soooo good. Get that Picanha Steak taco, so delicious we had to order a second one to share. The truffle corn dip was a great starter, and the Camarones Kora is for anyone who loves SPICY. The cocktails were equally amazing as well. LOVED our dinner date there and we will be recommending this as a must spot to try in the Queen City.
AMAZING! Food was amazing, service was amazing, drinks were amazing, vibes were amazing. I have no bad words to say about mi cariño. The food was extremely tasty, and the drinks were a great balance of strong but still yummy. Make sure to make a reservation or sitting at the bar is also a great option. Only thing I would say is playing a little bit more Spanish music would fit the vibe but overall would come again and again!!
I will say the decor is really cool and it's a small area but they make it look bigger than what it really is. The food is delicious and unique. The staff was really nice and they all knew so much about the menu and the bar. Definitely going back to try some more food.
Reviews are largely positive. People highlight the fresh, creative food, excellent cocktails, and a lively, stylish atmosphere. Service is also noted as attentive and knowledgeable.
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Loved the food here! We were in with a larger group and sat at two tables just inside the door. Ordered drinks at the bar before we were seated, it's beautiful! Lots of tequila. I loved my drink, Ocupado, it felt like a trip to the beach. Food was delicious! The only thing that wasn't a hit for me were the Madonna oysters, though they were unique. Tacos seemed quite expensive, but they were HUGE, so I think it's worth it. This is definitely a nicer dinner spot, and feels a little like a speakeasy. There were plenty of gluten free dishes as well. It's close to the lightrail, so convenient to pop in, and there's street parking if you want to drive in South end. read more
2 months ago
No free parking, would have to pay for it yourself. They have limited seating, so reservations can be hard to come around. The drinks were good. Food was more on the pricer side. I think the tacos were way too small for the price of it. I don't think it was really worth the cost. I feel like I could probably get some good tasting tacos from a hole in the wall place or a food truck. Cute inside. Staff was nice and informative. read more
I absolutely loved my dinner here with friends! My bestie brought me and a friend here for a birthday dinner and it was truly a 5 star experience!! From walking in and being greeted by the sweetest hostess, I don't remember her name but she mentioned her hubby was the Chef and I thought that was soooo cool. She seated me and was super nice and helpful. This was my first time here since this spot was Vana, I believe. It looks amazing inside. The decor is fun and sexy. Their bar game is fierce with so many different selections. Our server was THE BEST!!! So funny and real. EVERY SINGLE thing I had was AMAZING!!!! The corn dip app, the other app too I just can't recall the name but check out the photos lol. For my entree I got the lamb ribs. O! M! G! SOOOOOOO so so good and flavorful. My gosh. I had a couple cocktails that were also very very good! Literally everything was amazing! I especially loved that everything they brought out to dip in our apps was fresh made in house. I mean you could tell by the smell of it and texture and warmth. This place is wonderful. I cannot wait to go back soon!!! read more
8 days ago
We have tried to get into Mi Carino a couple of times but it's always so crowded. We are bar eaters so we rarely make reservations. We lucked out and got seats at the bar on an early Saturday night. So happy we did! Margaritas were SO good. We tried several things on the menu, but our favorite was the shrimp ceviche! The chip basket is full of three different types of chips and crackers. The place is small and lively with great service! Highly recommend! read more
Highly recommend! Immediately when you walk in, Mi Cariño is an absolute vibe. Fantastic service and attention from our server. Don't sleep on the tacos. And the drinks!! Wow. We truly loved it all. Can't comment on parking as we ubered but it's in south end so typical parking options :) read more
6 months ago
The ceviche I ordered was top tier with flavors. Every bite was bursting with so many flavor profiles. The corn dip was equally as good. The chips that accompanied the dip and ceviche were very fresh. The tacos were lacking which was surprising . The hibiscus drinks were absolutely delicious! Next time I would definitely ask for light ice to be able to enjoy more of the drink. read more
3 months ago
When one of the servers is absolutely giddy about the food they are serving, you know you're about to eat GOOD! Tuesday night and this small but mighty restaurant was packed. Not a seat in the house; and now we know why. Service was excellent, drinks were flowing, and the food was amazing. We wanted to order the entire menu and had to restrain ourselves. That is the reason why we need to come back and sample the everything the chef is throwing down. Everything was cooked to perfection. Hot, seasoned well, with quality ingredients. The Kan Kan was the favorite even for those that don't eat pork. The shrimp was also another favorite. No complaints at the table and we finished everything down to the last lick. Get in line, get a reservation and enjoy. read more
Where do I start? We stumbled upon Mi Cariño trying to find food and drinks last night and holy hell did we strike gold. Reservation only, but once we were added to the bar waitlist it only took about 15 minutes. Eclectic mix of rare Mezcal's and cocktails and a Latino/Mexican inspired cuisine. Our bartenders, Morgan and Everett, gave us thoughtful walkthroughs of the menu and detailed explanations of the cocktails. We ordered 2 appetizers: Truffle Corn Dip and Laminas de Beef. Beautifully constructed and bursting with unreal flavors. Followed by a round of the "Madonna" Oysters that are topped with a white chocolate sauce and caviar. Wasn't sure what to expect, but probably the most unique and divine oyster topping I've ever had. We split our main course where we thankfully decided on the Camarones Kora: Jumbo shrimp in a spicy butter sauce infused with chiles, garlic, and hints of citrus. Surrounding a bed of white rice with toasted coconut. When I say this is easily one of the top 3 shrimp dishes I've had in my 36 years of life, I am not kidding you. Big shoutout to Yesenia and their team for the hospitality, menu knowledge, and professionalism. Hoping this place sees nothing but success!! read more
A great dining experience! It was not crowded at 6:15 pm. We (party of three) got a booth without reservation. The appetizer (Raja Con Crema) with roasted onions & poblanos was flavor ale immersed in queso oxaca. The sourdough tortillas was a great and unique option to wrap it up. My slow cooked lamb ribs was easy to pull from the bone. Accompnied with charred squash and fresh herb make it so delicious! My friends shared the Carnitos (4 pcs) were tasty with great plate presentation. read more
2 months ago
Amazing all around We loved all of the drinks, the ceviche and the birria the most. Service was great. Excellent vibe too- they had a DJ playing upbeat Latin music. Great girls night or date night. read more
The hottest reservation in town at the moment The story of Mi Cariño is a very trendy and of the moment spot, a gastro-cantina serving Mexican and Latin inspired dishes and a Mezcaleria with a nice list of hand crafted cocktails. The place has an intimate setting as it's not huge inside, booths, tables and high top seating and at the bar . The staff are super nice and very personable . Very passionate about what they serve and definitely can guide you through the menu. The decor is very cool and goes with the vibe. Nothing outlandish but nice tables and I loved the bar set up and the big postcard type picture above the kitchen window. I felt like that was the atmosphere they were trying to create here. Chill and laid back with good food and drinks but with a nice edge. We tried a couple of drinks each and they were all unique and good. I had the carrajillo carousel which was a lighter than normal carrajillo with mezcal. I liked the big ice cube. A good sipper. My friends had the Shaman showdown which was a nice lighter drink but not sweet. The yellow bandana was a very lethal spirit forward drink but very good. We also tried a couple of the shooters . The leche de Tigre, so good ! Served with a little crunchy tortilla with ceviche on it on top the drink was awesome, Chile and cinnamon infused tequila with salted coconut and and citrus. Eat the tortilla ceviche and shoot the drink. Great combo. The other was the poblano papi, mezcal and anchos Reyes verde. A good strong one ! All the drinks were great quality drinks. Then the food ! First up was the truffle corn dip. Was good and rich and runny like I thought it would be. Served with stacked basket of freshly made tortilla chips and crackers. Good app but not as truffle forward as I thought given our server description. Then the bloody oysters ! Yum ! Spicy tomato sauce infused with mezcal , light with a bite. Fresh and smooth oysters. Next up was the taco royale. More for your meat eaters . I was ok with this would I get again no because I'd rather have seafood. Liked the crunchy potato crunchies on top though ! Seared ribeye, onions and and cheese. Loaded on a tortilla. Hearty taco. Then by far my favorite dish of the night was the Aguachile Prieto, Argentinian shrimp, charred aqua chile, ponzu, Onion, avocado and cucumbe, aioli and habanero this was outstanding. Light, bright and refreshing. The shrimp itself was the star. With the ponzu it was the simplistic dish that delivered the best . A must get if you come. Prices are good for this part of town, which was nice to see. No crazy high prices like some places do these days. This will be a happening place for awhile. So get in when you can! read more
6 months ago
I thoroughly enjoyed the food, ambiance and service. Please don't shut down! The food was actually seasoned and tasty which is soooo hard to find in Charlotte! I had the chicken tacos as well as the Birria. The Birria is fried a bit too hard in my opinion...but despite the overly hard exterior the inside is juicy and flavorful. The chicken tacos and accompanying sauces are perfection. The drinks were made perfectly as well. I highly recommend. read more
What an amazing new addition to the Charlotte food scene. So glad we booked early and were able to keep our reservation for this spot! I saw it was already fully booked when I tried to reschedule, so we were determined to make it...and it was SO WORTH IT! Service was outstanding! Ambiance was wonderful. And the food??? Wow!!! Executive Chef Héctor González-Mora and his menu...one a kind! The tacos, apps, & mains were all soooo good. Get that Picanha Steak taco, so delicious we had to order a second one to share. The truffle corn dip was a great starter, and the Camarones Kora is for anyone who loves SPICY. The cocktails were equally amazing as well. LOVED our dinner date there and we will be recommending this as a must spot to try in the Queen City. read more
AMAZING! Food was amazing, service was amazing, drinks were amazing, vibes were amazing. I have no bad words to say about mi cariño. The food was extremely tasty, and the drinks were a great balance of strong but still yummy. Make sure to make a reservation or sitting at the bar is also a great option. Only thing I would say is playing a little bit more Spanish music would fit the vibe but overall would come again and again!! read more
I will say the decor is really cool and it's a small area but they make it look bigger than what it really is. The food is delicious and unique. The staff was really nice and they all knew so much about the menu and the bar. Definitely going back to try some more food. read more
4 months ago
The attention to detail is incredible, starting from the minute you walk through the door. The service was amazing, our server was able to explain all the flavor profiles of the different dishes which helped us pick a great progression of spice! There were so many layers of flavor, that were so distinctly different in each dish. Food portions are generous. My favorite was the Laminas de Beef, but not to say the other dishes weren't outstanding! Desserts looked amazing too, will have to try those next time! read more
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Wonderful experience! Great service, specialty ice in the cocktails, and wonderful food. Something for everyone on the menu- from simple but tasty chicken tacos to a variety of uniquely prepared seafood and meat dishes. The Kan-kan Carnitas was is the most delicious sweet and spicy sauce and served with super flavorful greens! Can't wait to go back and try the other dishes. The space is cool/hip yet fun and cozy. read more
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I came here after work with some coworkers and the food & drinks were great! We ordered: corn dip, guac, salsa and the tacos. The dips came with fried saltines, corn chips and flour chips which is very unique! The staff were very welcoming but I will say the food was on the pricer side especially for Mexican. I do wish the guac was mixed up! I recommend making a reservation far in advance as this is a small restaurant and books up quickly! read more
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Oh my goooooodness. So obsessed. Everything was amazing- I wanted to try it ALL! Dolphine was the BEST!!!! Request, request, request her!!! Food, service, everything- superb, outstanding!!! Will 100% be back. And recommend this spot to anyone! As a Charlotte native I'm so excited for a place to open that is actually GOOD and takes pride in their craft and ingredients. read more
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1440 S Tryon St
Ste 100
Charlotte, NC 28203
South End, Dilworth
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