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    Esquina Mexicana

    3.4 (39 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Happy hour specials
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    Outdoor seating

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    Grilled Chicken Fajitas
    Brad M.

    Very tough decision picking a Spanish or Mexican restaurant in an area with so many options, but this cute corner spot caught our eye with its floral decor and pops of color throughout the seating area. The wait staff was very polite and prompt with everything we needed. The drinks were good, but for the price we decided to stick with just one round. We shared the chicken fajitas, which came out sizzling and smelling great, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly with really good flavor. Unfortunately, the tortillas were flimsy and broke apart easily, so they did not hold the fillings well. In this part of Miami there are probably more authentic Spanish spots to choose from, but this place still offered a pleasant overall experience.

    Chicken burrito
    Jen S.

    Wanted to get my Mexican fix while in Miami, this place was around the corner from our hotel. The place was super quaint with a cute decor. The service was good, the establishment was clean. The food was good and very flavorful. but they lacked with salsa as they only had one very hot and green one. Over it was good and worth the stop.

    Young buck feasting on Elote.
    Gloria G.

    It was fun for the small birthday celebration group consisting of six people. The music was upbeat and festive. The food was good. We came here after hearing about the awesome fajitas that were recommended from a visit last night. The staff members were cool. The ambience is very casual and festive. Hearing the music makes you want to dance, so socializing was fun.

    Amazing food, great service and beautiful atmosphere! We ordered the shrimp tacos and mahi mahi tacos. We like spicy and they had a "Mexican approved" salsa! The waiter we had was Leo and he was great, informative and very friendly!

    Flan and churros.
    Elvin I.

    So the enchiladas and Steak Fajitas were good but the Chicken flautas were a bit on the salty side. The mojito was pure alcohol for the people that enjoy just that is good. The flan was delicious and different the most flans. The churros also good but they are like Brazilian style more then Mexican to me. A bit pricey but overall decent food.

    Prettiest flavorless enchiladas I've ever had. All looks no substance. Except for sauce. Lots of sauce
    T D.

    Seriously disappointed. Came here for lunch ordered two failsafes a classic marg and chicken enchiladas. It was empty and I maybe should have heeded the warning but my dumb a$$ thought I got lucky. Margarita, if you can call it that, tasted like prepackaged lemonade that has been watered down. Decoy there was no sour no tang only a hint of citrus and a little of fake sugar. Was there alcohol? For $19 I'd expect to at least taste it and it was awful. No flavor no booze. Despite being one of only four customers, my food arrived cold. Also, lacking salt and more importantly, flavour. It's been a while since I seriously misjudged a restaurant but this one restarts the clock on that. Most pointless overly expensive lunch I e had in years and I hate that I even paid. They also add a 20% service charge and while the staff are friendly, forcing people to overpay for subpar food and then tacking on a top notch mandatory service charge seems predatory. As a local, I will never eat here again and will actively advise others against it if asked.

    Spicy Margarita Pitcher
    Abigail C.

    Great friendly service. Food was tasty. Sat outside, and the weather was gorgeous. The bathroom was clean. Would recommend!

    Veggie tacos
    Lori C.

    Alvaro was great! I had the veggie taco and that exceeded my expectations. The Toasted brussel sprouts was what made it over the top. Presentation was great and customer service was great too

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    Leandro was the best guest server, the waitress Yayi was awesome. the service was great! the food was amazing! Will be back soon!

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    was great muchas flores colgando mesas de colores pastel piso mexicano música regenton!

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    Everything was amazing, food, service, drinks. Loved the laid back atmosphere. Would absolutely come back.

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    The worst mojito I've ever had. Slow service, didn't seem to care. My drink was warm and tasteless.

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    Naked Taco

    4.0
    (2.3k reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    First, I love taco's and these did not disappoint. The taco shells were perfection, the meat…read moregrilled and not greasy. this has quickly become a must stop for us when in Miami. The atmosphere is dark and sexy inside. It's dimly lit and sets the mood. There is patio seating if you prefer that. The service is their downfall. There is an automatic 20% gratuity added regardless of service. It def hinders the experience imo. Why provide excellent service when you know you are getting a good tip anyway?? Overall, mid service is worth it for the delicious tacos.

    4 stars bec they have a happy hour. Otherwise if the cost was full price i would give them 3. This…read moreis a typical tourist trap probably connected with the local cartel that keeps market prices high and overcharge tourists staying in the walkable area. Their tacos are not bad but for street tacos they are pricey even during happy hour. They charge a standard 18% gratuity. They might as well charge that fee into the food price because it is mandatory but most likely they separate the line item to avoid additional sales tax on revenue. The place is dark and dingy for a highly rated place. After this first day experience in south beach im avoiding any of the other popular tourist restaurants for the rest of my stay. Stick with other non traditional places along Collins and Washington and you should be fine.

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    Bodega Taqueria y Tequila South Beach

    Bodega Taqueria y Tequila South Beach

    4.0
    (2.8k reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    If you love tacos and margaritas... or a few tequila shots, then this is your place! The fresh…read moremargaritas are some of the best we have had. They do offer a premade mix of margaritas on the happy hour menu, but for 5.00 more you can have a delicious fresh one made. Definitely enter the blue door to the back and enter the speakeasy, it's dark, loud, and turns into a nightclub after 11pm. There is a great lounge and a pool table for some fun. Our tacos were great, churros are delicious served with your choice of sauce and our bartender was fun, friendly and made the best drinks! Parking is tough, limited on the street so ride share is best as there is a lot of construction going on in the area. We highly recommend Bodega for a fun night filled with tacos and drinks! Cheers!

    I had a hard time rating my experience at the Bodega because of a mix of things between ambiance,…read morefood, and service. Upon arrival I was a little unsure of the set up because I looked it up online, but when I walked in, I only saw the ordering station. Upon further inspection and walking up to the window, I found out there was a side entrance. When you walk in you were taken into a completely different vibe and experience. I was thankful the bar had TV's so we had something to watch. Overall, the food was good and had good flavor, but the drinks weren't the best and the bartender did have a slight attitude. We were the only people in the restaurant, so you think they would be more attentive and friendly.

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    One bite to the late night
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    Taquiza Tacos

    Taquiza Tacos

    4.2
    (509 reviews)
    5.2 mi
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    Living on the beach for 3 years, this spot is a hidden gem if you don't know about it. The ambience…read moreafter a long beach walk brings you relaxation and calmness. Taquiza is nothing short of spectacular when it comes to their authentic blue corn tortillas. Coming from a hospitality family, Tyrese who was on his first day of training made sure our table and every guest interaction with tables around were satisfied and full. Asking about recommendations, he was able to explain the flavor palates provided with tacos and drinks. Though $5 a piece for tacos, seems a little steep this is like a reasonable Miami price considering others are about $8 for one in other places. We tried the crispy fish, al pastor, carnitas and Arrecha tacos. They were spectacular, and the guacamole with totopos thick crispy but fluffy blue corn chips. We even ordered a dozen blue corn tortillas to take home for $9. I think this is amazing price considering their authenticity. We even had their horchata and I loved it bringing me back to my childhood days. Give Taquiza a try, though some reviews here are not 5 star satisfied, I promise you won't be disappointed trying this place out at least one it twice whether you're a tourist or a regular. They are also pet friendly! A big win for the Beach community!

    Came here for tacos and overall had a good experience, just a few things to note…read more The vibe was really nice. We sat outside and it was a beautiful day, which definitely made the experience better. That said, it's not beachfront, and there's construction going on right where the outdoor seating faces. Finding the restaurant was honestly a bit of a mission because we had to go around all of that. We did get seated right away, which was great. From what I could tell, there was only one server handling everything, so she was clearly busy and service was a bit slow. Food wise, it was really good. The carne asada tacos were flavorful and well done, and the guac stood out too. Their chips are house made and thicker than usual, which is different but still good. Overall, I'd come back. Good food, nice vibe, just be prepared for a slower service depending on how busy it is.

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