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    4.8 (43 reviews)

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    Stephanie C.

    I don't say this often, but this restaurant is a 10/10. The service is amazing, and the food is fantastic--it's truly a hidden gem! The grilled Brie cheese was incredibly good, and both the ceviche and lamb chops were bursting with flavor. What I loved most was how well-balanced and flavorful each dish was! The menu is simply perfect. And just when you think it couldn't get any better, the rum cake is out of this world! The steak was cooked to perfection, and the chicken masala was rich and flavorful. I don't understand why more people don't know about this place; it's definitely worth a visit!

    Wahoo Ceviche - was kinda average
    Dannielle C.

    Came here for a date night, super cute little area! The bar was packed but had a lovely table outside. The service was quite slow, but so is everything on the beach right lol? We had the wahoo ceviche (honestly thought this was kinda meh, just wasn't tasty), the shrimp and papaya salad was great as well as the lemongrass glazed fish... but the real winner of the night? The tamarind lamb chops! It was so tasty I wanted to eat the bones too lol. I wish they were just a little bigger but they are considered an appetizer. Just make sure you try them!!

    Scallop crudo with starfruit, jalapeno and passionfruit - nice presentation
    Meg C.

    Took my friend here for her birthday and we both really enjoyed the 10 course chef tasting menu that had a bit of everything, and was priced very reasonably, especially for Miami Beach. The standouts were the duck confit lumpia (freshly fried, great sauce), farm greens salad (nice tropical notes), sea bass (perfectly cooked, lovely lemongrass coconut curry), skirt steak (very good chimichurri sauce), rum cake (warm, crispy outside, soft inside + birthday candle was a nice touch) and chocolate mousse (light with fun chocolate chip textures). Some minor comments - the papaya salad was refreshing w/ tamarind twist, but a touch bland, I was expecting a bit more fish sauce umami. The gnocchi was pillowy with tasty rich sauce, but served at the same time as the steak and fish, so was a bit cold by the time I got around to it - would suggest staggering the drop of the hot food entree courses. Service was stellar and the ambiance has a casual, but classy island vibe. Overall, would definitely recommend if you're looking for a fresh, innovative, tropical-inspired experience!

    Rum cake
    Roy H.

    Nice little spot on the beach. Took an adventure with a few friends for miami spice. We originally had 4 guest reserved and another arrived late, they were very good about accommodating with seating. The staff were very friendly. The food overall was very good and by the end of the course. The space is very chic great for small group or date night. Overall very solid Miami spot, easy go too

    Zaneta R.

    This was such a cute spot near the beach. My bf and I did the tasting for 75 pp. I hear the dishes rotate and ok Mondays it's 50pp . The bites were delicious! The lamb chop stole the show. I would definitely come back but opt out of the tasting because I would definitely know my two dishes of choice after the tasting !

    Scallop crudo tuna tartare
    Ray S.

    For starters: I cannot stop thinking about this scallop crudo, served with a fresh sliced peach, and a little jalapeño for a kick. Wow. Truly could have ate 10 more of these. Okay moving on to the tuna tartare. Flavors were nothing memorable, needed salt, but the actual fish was super fresh. Not pictured, The crab cake. This was one of the most unique bites of the evening, had some sort of curry spice in it that paired fabulously with the freshdiced mango piled on top. And now for the mains: fresh catch with a lemongrass curry. I was drinking this sauce up. Insane. Skirt steak, flavor was there, temperature was not. Needed more char. overall, this was a fun dining experience, and side note, you can actually have a conversation in the place without screaming at the person across from you. Highly recommend.

    Grilled cheese and ceviche
    Brittney R.

    Delicious food and amazing service! Visited for the first time for Miami Spice but will definitely be coming back.

    Iman B.

    First time here and I literally could not even wait until I left to leave a review- AMAZING! Like the most phenomenal restaurant from beginning until end. Kelly at the bar is a HUGE part of that but whatever magic is happening at the kitchen- my tastebuds are eternally grateful. The drinks are also heavenly. We came for happy hour and trust me, beyond happy. Highly recommend everything but whatever magic we got for reference-- truffle Brie grilled cheese, summer corn fried rice, yellowfin tuna crudo, mango salad, hibiscus sour, and celestial. I couldn't even pick my favorite thing. Each thing was more spectacular. Highly recommend everything

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    Amazing service, incredible food, beautiful interior & atmosphere! Especially recommend the happy hour.

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    Super cool new spot on Miami Beach! It's such a vibe inside. My favorite dish was the fish in coconut curry!

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    Wonderful place! Highly recommend the duck lumpia, the fried mushrooms, and the scallop crudo. Divine!

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    Loved this place! Food top tier. Service was incredible. Loved the vibes. Would totally go back on a nice cool spring night for a drink.

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    If you don't go here you're stupid. Some of the best food in Miami. Great service. Very beautiful. Go.

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    I love this new restaurant in South Beach! The shrimp with grits and lamb chops are a MUST try!

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