I've always been a fan of the tapas concept of a variety of small shareable plates, so when in…read moreMiami some spanish tapas is in order. So after a yelp review of the tapas scene, I landed at Bulla Gastrobar in Coral Gables. A slight drive from the downtown area but proved to be so worth it. Once we arrived we were seated immediately and greeted by our beautiful, friendly and knowledgeable server Melody. After she explained the menu and made recommendations, she offered to course our plates out accordingly so it wouldn't arrive all at once. Five stars to Melody for taking great care of us. Now to the food... We started things off with the pan con tomate with Serrano Ham and manchego cheese. Although this is a staple of tapas dining in Spain I had never tried it and was impressed with the depth of flavor and the different notes that it offered. It was excellent and I highly recommend it. Next was the gambas al ajillo which are broiled shrimp in a garlicky pepper butter sauce. These were also excellent, so much so we ordered another batch, Then we tried the Albondigas which were Pork and beef meatballs, with manchego,tomate sauce. These were good but proved to be our least favorite of everything we tried. Next was the datiles rellenos which were bacon wrapped dates with a small salad. These were very good Lastly we ordered the Serrano ham croquettes which came with a wonderful fig jam. These proved to steal the show. Hands down 5 stars! Because it was happy hour until 7pm, I got a Spanish beer (Mahou) and a wonderful glass of Malbec for $6 each. The total bill for all this before tip was $112 which was well worth it for an extraordinary meal with great variety. I highly recommend this restaurant!

Awesome place in the glades heart Consistent attention and…read moreservice A beautiful venue and comfortable seating. Today I am trying the taste of the gables menu and not disappointed Starting with a glass of mimosa, a salmon montadito, bulla burger and torrejas All for $35

I had an arroz meloso with shrimp, clams and calamari that was put of this world! The service was…read moregreat and the Basque cheese cake was fabulous. I will go back soon to try other delicious plate from their menu. There was a great atmosphere as well.

Came to Cala Millor yesterday for lunch, and had a good experience. The business lunch for $35 is…read morean amazing deal, and the portions are huge considering. The place was packed, and their pastries looked incredible at the front. The service was quick and attentive, which I liked for a weekday lunch. As for the food, the jamon iberico croquetas were amazing. The jamon iberico and machego platter- how can you get that wrong? The huevos rotos were very good. The pan con tomate could have been crispier and saltier, but other people at the table loved it. The hake on the business lunch was a total miss for me. The fish was overcooked, the sauce was flavorless, and it was this think gelatin like texture that really did not do it for me. Everyone at the table agreed, and the server took it back without question - nice. The paella was good! I thought the rice was cooked perfectly. The cochopo was GREAT and very unique, I'd never had that before. The standout dish was definitely the cuchinillo though - wow.

Great dinner in the gables - 3 of us shared a lot (!) and all had a great experience. The dining…read moreroom had a fun vintage vibe and everyone agreed that this is a new "in the rotation" spot. We had: **Carbonara Croquetas - most universally loved, one person in our party said he'd eat a full meal of just this item and be perfectly happy. They are small, crispy, and not too heavy. Perfect way to start the meal and a wonderful complete to my... Lychee Martini! It's been ages since I've had a martini and THIS was a good way to indulge. Floral, not too sweet, not too overwhelming. For a lighter more refreshing option the Parisienne was so good too (like a Hugo spritz with a twist) *Yellow fin Crudo: with avocado and super crispy / not greasy wonton triangles - i could this as a meal (daily lol) - fish was super fresh, avocado perfectly ripe / seasoned and presentation was spot on *Brussel Salad (shaved) - super fresh and light, good balance to some of the richer dishes - 3 of us shared and there was more than enough *Mussels - large and plump, bread perfectly buttered and crisped, sauce was a very light but well seasoned. Way more than you think it is, main course portion Mains: *Snapper - perfectly crusted and cooked to flaking but juicy yumminess.We ate every bite of the greens it was present on, fabulous presentation and combination ****Skirt Steak - **personal favorite** even though I try to eat as much seafood as I can when I'm in town. Comes with 2 sauces (on the side, chimmichurri and green peppercorn) and it's hard to decide which is best (lots of different options on this subject Didn't have room for dessert, but will try to be more restrained next time to try!

Sra. Martínez the space is beautifully decorated, wonderfully spacious with soaring ceilings, and…read morethe chandeliers are simply gorgeous. Service was attentive and warm throughout, though there was a fairly long wait between the second course and dessert. To start, the tuna tartare was outstanding, full of flavor and beautifully prepared. My friend's calamari with risotto was excellent as well. The salmon, unfortunately, fell a bit flat and lacked seasoning. The fries, on the other hand, were a highlight crisp, super fresh, and thoroughly delicious. For dessert, I ordered the panna cotta, which in texture and presentation was closer to a mousse than a traditional panna cotta, but honestly, it didn't matter. Whether you call it a panna cotta or a mousse, the flavor was incredible and the texture was lovely, finished with a bright, tangy mango topping that tied it all together. One tip! the restaurant runs quite cold, so dress warmly if you're planning to visit. Overall, a lovely spot.

Very cozy place with a tavern classic look!! Great wine list and exquisite tapas choices!! Julie's…read moreattention and Don Oscar's stories made us feel invited for a next soon-to-come visit!! 100% recommended!!

Taberna Giralda is a traditional Spanish restaurant with a very palpable Spanish atmosphere…read more I had been here once before for drinks but not dinner. They have great service offering inside and outside seating and a Flamenco show on Saturday nights. The staff was, friendly, helpful and attentive. The vibe is excellent. Everyone here is ready to eat well and have a lovely time. No sooner had we sat down, our server took our drink order and immediately brought it out. We chose a Spanish Urbión Rioja reserva wine and it was quite delectable. We also ordered 2 Coke zeros. For our starters, we selected: * 2 Chips de Berenjena. Eggplant chips, flash fried and drizzled with honey. These are the best!!! So delicious, we ordered 2 servings and everyone in the restaurant was ordering them. * Fried Calamari with a very tasty aioli sauce. * Gulas de Ajillo Baby eels cooked in garlic sauce and olive oil - delicious. This dish is very special to us because my Husband eats it every time we visit Barcelona. * Pulpo a la Plancha - Grilled octopus with creamy black rice made of calamari ink. The rice was excellent, absolutely luscious. * Pulpo a la Gallega. Boiled octopus and boiled potatoes drizzled with paprika and olive oil. For our Mains we ordered the * Filet Mignon with blue cheese sauce and boiled potatoes. This dish was just OK. The potatoes weren't seasoned, only boiled. The steak had no char and was overdone for a filet. My Husband also ordered * Patatas a la Giralda - their twist on patatas bravas with two homemade signature sauces. These were crispy, and delicous. Served underneath the 2 sauces. * I ordered Grilled Chicken with salad. I was taken aback by the server for food shaming me to order something pricier, not just basic chicken. That's not cool. I also got a side of * Patatas - fried steak fries, very crunchy paired well with our food. For dessert we had * Crema Catalana, which is a Spanish syle Crème brûlée. This dessert has probably been the smallest dessert I've ever ordered. Not to mention, the consistency, the taste and color was all wrong. It was as if you had a Jello vanilla pudding with a miniscule amount of hardened caramelized sugar. Definitely not getting this desert again. I'd like to try the Tarta de Santiago next time. Once our food arrived the Flamenco show began and it was glorious!! The lead male vocalist was phenomenal! His vocal range and guitar skills were admirable. The show began with singing first and then the dancer started. She was a personable, very talented dancer and performer. At one point she locked eyes with me and before I knew it I was up there dancing with her, which was so much fun! I really enjoyed this restaurant and recommend it to open minded people who enjoy food from Spain.

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.

Such a quaint and lovely place. Authentic Spanish tapas with a Spain feel. They have a little…read moremarket where they sell imported products from Spain. Food and service were great. Nice little lunch spot. We bought cheese and wine from the market side.

The food is amazing! The service is great and the owner is a great person…read more The vibe is really cool too. I have been here 3-4 times and I will keep coming. I have eaten the croquetas, torreznos and octupus and everything has been awesome!

I cant believe I missed out on this place for years! Its incredible! 100% authentic, the menu is…read moreextensive, so i promise you whatever Spanish plate you're craving or want to have they have it. The paella is out of this world, they make it fresh and its a big portion so get ready to eat the left overs the next day. The croquetas were great, homemade. The tortilla espanola was also pretty good. They have flamenco shows on fridays and saturdays I believe, but making a reservation looks like a must.

Absolutely fabulous. The ambiance, the food, the wine, the service, everything was a home run for…read moreme. We ordered several plates and a few bottles of wine to share amongst 4 of us and literally everything was delicious. Some of the more memorable dishes were jamón ibérico, croquetas, matrimonio/pan tomate, piquillos, and prime ribeye con arroz. My boyfriend is Spanish and a tough critic of Spanish cuisine in the US and he was thoroughly impressed. Overall a wonderful meal and attentive, friendly service. Will definitely recommend to others visiting Miami.

A bit overpriced. The service was nice. The vibes were more casual but still nice. We sat outside…read more The croquettes were delish but so small. I liked these a lot the gooey cheeses filling was warm. The squid ink rice was pretty good. The fish was also good, the sauce on the fish was more flavorful than the rice dish. The cheesecake that they're known for was just okay. I honestly didn't like it that much but my friend did. I wasn't a fan of the texture even thought I normally like fluffy cheesecake. The top was a little burnt too.

I don't get why there isn't more hype around this place!!…read more The food was delicious and bountiful! Plenty of variety to choose from. At our table we had a pork dish, an octopus special and a nice piece of steak and they were all very good! Oh and the croquetas are a must! The service was on point; seemingly always there but invisible, as it should be. And the ambience is very pleasant. Not too casual but not fancy either. And last but certainly not least, the prices are very fair. We were there on a Friday evening and they have a guitarist and singer who start playing at 9 pm. Enjoyable and not too loud. On Saturday nights they have a Spanish tablado (dancer) and I'm sorry we weren't able to see that so we'll absolutely be going back!

Good good well presented and carefully fabricated. Attentive kind staff. Tables spaced for private…read moreconversations. A very fine small restaurant

I went for my birthday dinner on a Tuesday, the food was incredible so good, large portions, the…read moreambiance was amazing but what really stood out for me was the service I do not remember the name of the two gentlemen taking care of us but they were incredible!!!! So so amazing would definitely come again. ------ Fui a mi cena de cumpleaños un martes, la comida era increíble, tan buena, porciones grandes, el ambiente era increíble, pero lo que realmente me llamó la atención fue el servicio. No recuerdo el nombre de los dos caballeros que nos cuidaron, ¡pero fueron increíbles! Tan increíble que definitivamente volvería de nuevo.

Located in a corner for what feel like an eternity, Los Gallegos serves old school Spanish cuisine…read more The interior is small and its vibe feels like it 1970s Spain. The menu contains all types of tapas so we ordered the Galician Octopus and their cod croquettes to start. The octopus was very tender and tasty, while the star of the meal were the croquettes very creamy interior without the strong fish flavor. For the main entree we ordered their black ink paella which included chucks of seafood. The rice unfortunately was very bland to the point we had to add some salt on our own. For dessert we ordered the torta de Santiago which is a sweet almond pie. Very disappointing very hard and it was not as sweet as we would like. The waiters were really nice and always attentive but the food just didn't meet our expectations.

Again, an amazing experience! We love coming here not just for the food, but for the ambience. it…read morealways feels special. We always order the empanadas, and they are simply the best. I love the spinach ones, and my husband is all about the meat which he can't get enough of. We came as a group of six, and everything was timed perfectly. Drinks came first, then appetizers, and just as we finished, the main courses arrived so we could enjoy everything at the perfect temperature without feeling rushed. I had the mushroom ravioli so so good and perfect for vegetarian option. My husband and friends loved the NY strip steak and the chicken milanese. Can't wait to come back and try more from the menu!

The famed Buenos Aires steakhouse with a location in Coconut Grove did not disappoint…read more I finally had an opportunity to check out La Cabrera after a cigar at nearby Coco Cigars. I took advantage of their 4 course $60 dinner special (not listed on their website but offered every day, including weekends) and went with the Caesar Salad, 14 oz skirt steak, fries and flan. Each dish was very good, the steak was cooked a perfect medium rare, the fries were crispy and good, and the flan was probably the best I've ever had. I enjoyed a very good glass of Malbec reserve with my meal. La Cabrera also offers a $39 lunch special. Ambiance was charming and the service was also very good. Far superior choice, food wise, to Chop.