The restaurant is right next to the Sonesta where we are using a Dayuse pass after our cruise but…read morebefore our flight tonight. They have a big patio; several TV's playing sports and misters when it's hot. It was a gorgeous breezy day today. We totally could have split one meal- HUGE portions and unfortunately; couldn't eat it all. It was very tasty however; the Cole slaw was lite and the fries were excellent. I felt bad we left so much- we couldn't take it with us since we were headed to the airport. Anyway, service was attentive - total bill was about $35 before tip. We'd definitely return if we are in the area.

This restaurant is a seafood restaurant with a tourist feel. They have their own private parking…read morelot with a parking attendant. They also have a small dining area with a bar in the middle and a decent-sized enclosed patio. We choose to sit out on the patio. We were lucky enough to get the piano table. The restaurant, as you would guess, serves mostly seafood, but also has burgers, soups, salads, and steak. They also have an unpublished kids' menu and happy hour specials. They also have live music on weekends; luckily, we missed it. I heard that it can get loud, and we were just getting over a cruise hangover. My kids got the pasta and the steak kids' meals. I got the Snapper Sandwich. Our food was ready in less than 10 minutes and was very hot. I will say that they have large portions. Our food was ok. Nothing special. My kids did not finish their food and said that it was just mahhhhhh. My sandwich was the same. It was very greasy and not much to write home about. I also got a side of sweet plantains, and they were really good. Our server was very attentive and friendly. He was very busy and kept up with the pace. I would say that this restaurant is actually a 3.5-star joint, but since that is not an option, I will say that it is closer to a 3 than a 4 based on the food. If you are in the area and looking for some seafood, i would probably give this spot some consideration.

Been here a couple of times. Great service and even better the food! Had the fish of the day…read more Came out perfectly! Their menu is limited but that's a good thing! It goes to show that if you go back to basics and offer fresh ingredients - you get a fantastic meal. Well done MesaMar!

The good thing: they don't have ambient music. That's a hugely welcome relief. Everything else is…read moreof an astounding mediocrity. 1. The bread... just little slices of bread. Not even tender. Just little round slices of some bread. Mediocre. 2. My salmon - absolutely and utterly mediocre. Anyone could have done it. Artlessly served smack in the middle of the plate. The little cup of white rice that is part of it, also, just dumped in a little cup. 3. Camarones al ajillo - OK, but, again, just OK. The shrimp were good, but just good. Nothing outstanding. 4. The sliced beef - yes, actually good. Probably the best thing today... and it's supposed to be a fish and seafood restaurant. So that was actually a great choice. 5. The tostones... hard as a rock, over-cooked, thin... awful. I've had better tostones in dozens of Cuban restaurants in Calle Ocho. 6. The service was the poster boy for "lackadaisical" the server didn't even ask once how the food was; never once refilled our water glasses. I asked him a simple question: can I substitute whatever comes with the salmon for the tostones? It took me 3 times to ask that very specific question before he understood. The guy was totally either spaced out or uninterested. But it really showed. Completely forgot: the Yuca Croquetas are excellent; the fish tacos are excellent. What an absolutely mediocre experience.

The Freshest seafood in Miami - a standout lunch staple…read more The minuta sandwich is delicious and quickly became one of my favorite go-to lunch spots. The flavors are bright, fresh, and expertly balanced. The bread-to-filling ratio hits the perfect note, making every bite enjoyable. The portions feel satisfying without being overkill, ideal for a midday pick-me-up. The owner and staff are welcoming and incredibly helpful. They create a warm, friendly atmosphere that makes you want to return. Attentive service with thoughtful recommendations if you're undecided. Consistently patient and accommodating, adding to the overall positive experience. Overall impression A reliable, top-tier seafood option in Miami that you can trust for quality and consistency. Great for a casual lunch that feels special due to the personable staff and excellent menu. If you're in Miami and craving seafood that truly delivers, this spot is a must-visit for a tasty minuta sandwich and standout service.

This place is pretty epic but only if you're lucky enough to find parking…read more When you unlock that know you are walking into a fresh (aka smells like the ocean place), up front: a fish market, filled with plenty of by the pound options to purchase raw, frying batter seasoning and then some. But the real deal is where you buy what you want and decide how they will cook it for you. Theres a limited number of tables outside for eating, but BYOB and bring your friends so they can lay claim to one of them. We ordered three pounds of shrimp fried and let me tell you the breading HITS. Most are fried with the skin on and honestly the seasoning makes you want to eat it that way too. A side salad, side of tostones, french fries, and an order of conch fritters to add. The side salad wasnt totally fresh (could pass...BYOSalad too), the fries were what you expect, tostones were over pressed but i like them in any format and were a perfect side to the camarones fritos. The conch fritters were extra crisp...pretty good flavor but felt a bit overcooked. Go, get things fried, squeeze the lime and pack it away. Bring the extra goodies to beber and come back again for the fix. The best part of fishing without the fishing.

Delicious Ecuadorian food which also offers the perfect spot for people watching…read more Located on Miracle Mile in Coral Gables, La Pata Gorda offers both inside and outdoor seating. Parking is either street parking, valet or there are parking garages within walking distance. We opted for the parking garages as it was a beautiful night. Same reason we also opted for a table outside. Great spot to enjoy your meal but also people watch as you have a good amount of foot traffic on the mile. As it was our first time trying Ecuadorian food we had many questions and our server was great. He was patient and answered everything. We started with the Jipijapa Style ceviche, the Carapacho Croquetas and an order of Boloncitos. The ceviche was super fresh and had a good amount and variety of seafood. I will say that this is not your typical ceviche as it had a nutty maybe even slight peanut butter flavor in the sauce. So it is not your traditional but I was not complaining. It was really good and very refreshing. My tip would be to eat it straight out of the bowl with a spoon. That was you can get a good amount of that delicious sauce. The Carapacho Croquetas were probably the star of the night. The combo of Crab and sweet plantains was phenomenal. The breading was also perfectly crispy but not greasy over over fried at all. I would keep going back for these over and over again. It's a must. The Boloncitos, I wasn't a fan off. It was like a fried ball of Morongo or smashed green plantains. It needed a sauce or something else to break the denseness of the bite. For entrees, we went with the risotto with seabass which was the Catch of the Day and the Signature Cazuela. Both were really good. The risotto was again delicious and the seabass was perfectly cooked. The Cazuela had a beautiful presentation. Both the shrimp and fish again were cooked to perfection. The plaintain and peanut sauce made for great combo. Rounding it all off with a cold Ecuadorian beer called Club Verde. Truly a gem of a restaurant and my first endeavor into Ecuadorian cuisine was a success thanks to La Pata Gorda. Looking forward to coming back and trying more stuff on their menu. Highly recommended.

La Pata Gorda did not disappoint. I was a bit hesitant based the most recent reviews, those were…read morenot good :/ but nonetheless my meal was delightful and delicious! I went for a glass of red sangria, the croquetas and the jipijapa ceviche. All these flavors were having a party in the mouth!! Attentive service and overall a comfortable atmosphere. I would def be back to try more yummies! Parking is a pain in the booty! After all it is The Gables.

We loved the food and service! Chicken and beef dishes were delicious. They made lemonade fresh!read more

Came to have a drink on Thursday and what a blast they had que Rico menu serving food and a domino…read moretournament. What an amazing experience and great atmosphere. The food was out of this world and I hope to do this again. Adrian was amazing I suggest anyone that likes a good time good food and great atmosphere to come to this place! Jose was serving some serious food and going to follow this event every place they go!

Great shrimp and the cocktail sauce was excellent. Fries were whatever and it's a very plain…read morelooking restaurant but if you want some fresh fish and shrimp this is it especially if you're heading to loan depot park! So close you could probably walk here. )I wouldn't though it's a little shady)

La Camaronera has the freshest seafood around. It's a casual seafood joint that used to be known…read morefor its standing counter. The counter is still there, and so is a "cash only" sign but don't be fooled -- it's just decoration now as they do accept card payments. I had lunch here on a Friday during Lent and it was crazy packed! I opted for the standing counter to bypass waiting for a table. The best thing to order at the counter is the pan con minuta. It's my favorite menu item: fried fresh fish in a soft, fluffy roll of Cuban bread.

Delicious. Authentic. Intimate. I couldn't have asked for more. I got the ceviche and it was…read morehonestly perfect. The sauce was to die for. I asked for it spicy and they didn't miss. It's also conveniently located, but what really stood out was how they treated us. Super warm, super welcoming. Felt like family. Highly recommend. 5 stars.

Disfrutamos una deliciosa cena se Christmas Servicio…read moreexcelente, atencion por parte de Sofi ecepcional, la comida y dessert deliciosa . Regresaremos pronto !

If you need a tasty and quick bite not far from Miami International Airport, look no further that…read moreKuba Kitchen! While waiting for my mom's delayed flight to come in, I decided to pop over to this quaint cuban restaurant about 2 miles from thr airport. The outside definitely could use a touch up but the inside was clean, inviting and nice for a casual night out. I didnt end up ordering a drink and ordered a Ropa Vieja. This came with a choice of 2 sides, of which there are plenty of options. I ended up picking the Yuca fries and black bean rice. The Ropa Vieja was packed with flavor and the yuck fries were perfectly crispy without them being overcooked inside. The black bean rice was the perfect compliment to balance it out. I was able to fill up on one dish by myself for dinner, so you'd likely need one dish per person. The Levhin Asada was highly reccomended as well! I was happy with the price for the meal as I felt like they were priced perfectly and felt like a good value. The staff was incredibly friendly and were only ever genuinely smiling! I will definitely be back on future visits to Miami!

If I could give them a negative 100 I would. We travelled all the way from Seattle and I chose them…read moreout of many restaurants around because of the reviews and it looks like a family owned restaurant. We sat down and a lady in glasses took our order. We didn't even ask for it recommendations and she recommended two things and literally forced us to order one and we did. It was the A lo Guijio natural and it literally tasted worse than the Costco chicken. And she told me I should order the other shredded beef thing she recommended and I said no. I want to try a Cuban sandwich and there were several on the menu. I specifically told her I wanted the steak sandwich and pointed to number one and the brought out the el kubano sandwich which was number 2. When I raised my concern she argued with me and said I ordered that one and was giving me full attitude. Please do yourself a favor and don't come there. I don't know what other people are saying but I guarantee you food suck and service is even more terrible. Go somewhere else and maybe pay a little more or even the same to make sure you get what you order and probably way better food. DO NOT go here and have your day ruined like mine. She recommender chicken is below, as you can see: tiny, dry, and absolutely nothing special.

Walked passed it at first. Small but great food!!! And…read moregreat service!! We had spaghetti and steak and shrimp and a couple chicken plates. The orange salsa was great, but could be spicy for some.

Hole in the wall with amazing food, music, and service!…read more After a late flight into Miami, I needed something to eat. I stumbled upon this restaurant on Google. You go around back to enter and as I arrived I could hear the music playing-Saturdays are karaoke night. I was immediately greeted and sat and the staff was very accommodating and kind as they helped me navigate through my broken Spanish. I was a little confused by the menu at first but I settled for my favorite vacation meal-Pot Fish. The fish was perfectly seasoned, fresh, and hot. The best thing of all was the orange salsa-it was so surprising because it had onions and carrots in it but it was the perfect blend of spice and season. I wished I could bottle it up and take it with me. There was a great vibe, great drink specials, and plenty of live music. The only thing I didn't like was there was an additional charge to pay by card. Other than that, 10/10

My first Cajun seafood boil and I loved it! It was also my parents as well. Luckily we didn't have…read moreto wait long to be seated. There was a table outside so we were seated right away. Dawan was such a funny and personable server. Love her. I can tell it's been a long day for her but she still had the energy to keep going. Respect!! They have an AYCE menu so they do get pretty packed during that time so beware. We had a great experience. Despite sitting outside, we were still being checked on and water refilled. We ordered the Zen mojito and Miami sunshine. I really enjoyed the latter. For a family of 3, we ordered Shrimp head off 1/2lb + Combo #3 -- $69.99 1 lb green mussel, 1 lb clam, 1/2 lb shrimp, 1/2 snow crab leg -- with sausage, potatoes, and corn 3 sides of choice w/ garlic butter sauce & house(?) - side of white rice. Definitely order some rice because the sauce is too good to waste! Buttery, garlicky, flavor goodness. I like how they give you a hair tie haha. I would totally go back again!

We came here as a party of two on a weekend night and were seated without a wait…read more I got the green-lipped mussels with the lemon pepper sauce (dairy-free) and it was delicious. The sauce was rich, but not to the point of making you feel gross, and all the food items were fresh and well-prepared. The service was friendly, fast, and not hovering, and the restaurant was spacious and clean. I would definitely come back to try their other seafood boil options!