This place is simply incredible, Everything on the menu is flavorful and tasty The atmosphere is well thought out and relaxing while being artful. This is an incredible date spot with the perfect balance of intimate and social so you will be able to talk in privacy. read more

Morla - The Dessert is incredible like everything else - Peruvian Near Me - Bay Harbor Islands, Florida

This is a cute date spot in downtown miami. The menu is slightly over priced, however the food and wine was great. Mostly I loved the ambiance. read more

Morla - Peruvian Near Me - Bay Harbor Islands, Florida

The food was outstanding. We did the tasting menu and it was wonderful. I have eaten at many of Miami's establishments- I feel it is one of the best and unique dining experience in the area! read more

You Know How They Say Everything Happens For A Reason.... Well Me Walking Past MORLA Is The Reason Why I am Writing This Review. My Husband & I Were On An Evening Stroll as We Strolled Past This Hidden Gem..... It Was Late But But The Name Stuck Fast Forward to Today, as I was trying to answer The Million Dollar Question Where Do We Want To Eat My Hubby Suggested MORLA... I proceeded to do my research as I always do and as soon as saw the menu I was sold. I made reservations on OpenTable very easy We made our way to MORLA and were greeted by The Owner who was very welcoming. We walked in immediately I noticed the vibe was an electric calm vibe. The lights were dimmed low enough that you could still take in all the decor. Since I did my research I already knew what I wanted..... Guacamole & Crunchy Octopus: POW, BANG, BOOM.... AYYYYY QUE RICO I never thought to have this combo but I am sure glad I did. This goes hand in hand, I won't be able to eat Guacamole any other way It is served with tortillas & chips. Branzino Griliado: It's In The Sauce, Their Secret Cilantro Sauce which has a little zing to it that compliments the potatoes & corn so nicely that my tastes bud went to heaven. Now I know why it's the best seller. Baja Fish Tacos: I didn't taste the tacos which I should have but my husband said they were fantastic what Tacos Should Always Taste Like. To end the evening I ordered the Chocolate & Hazelnut Tart which is 100% Vegan. Don't let the fact that it's vegan fool you this tart is one of the best I've ever tasted. Listen my fellow Yelpers, I am extremely picky when it comes to my food but you have to listen to me when I tell you to Run to MORLA, This Is The Hidden Gem You Are Going To Wowed by & Taken Back By.... Might I add we were able to speak to the owners Ruben and his Lovely Wife who mentioned she created the Pear Pasta which I will definitely be ordering the next time. It was a nice touch to hear the story of MORLA & how it came to be you don't always get The Honor To do so that was a plus Overall I give MORLA 5 Stars 5 Stars on Cuisine 5 Stars on Ambiance 5 Stars on Decor 5 Stars on The Genuine Hospitality 5 Stars for The Ingredients I Found My New Favorite Restaurant PS... as you can see I didn't take pictures because I devoured everything I ordered but promise I will next time...... read more

This was my first time at Morla and definitely not my last. To start, the ambience was wonderful with beautiful patio seating. The service was great and the tapas started coming out within 10 minutes at perfect intervals. Every item we ordered was phenomenal. We ordered 6 items for 3 of us: miso salmon, Baja tacos, salmon ceviche, branzino, pear pasta, and filet minon. Definitely recommend this restaurant!! read more

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What an incredible experience! We had a reservation for 10 people for a friend's birthday. The dining area was beautiful. Our server was amazing and made sure to take care of us. Also, the FOOD - pure ART AND ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!! I highly recommend eating here!!! I'm so happy I found it and was able to celebrate my friend's birthday here. read more

Morla - Peruvian Near Me - Bay Harbor Islands, Florida

Went to Miami for a short vacay. Decided to give this hidden gem a shot for our Anniversary dinner! Making reservations was easy through their own website. OpenTable was an option as well! The experience was absolutely delightful! We rang the doorbell to get in, and once the door opened it was like we were transported away from downtown Miami, to somewhere quaint and peaceful! The decor and the ambiance was inviting! We decided to try the culinary experience, because we wanted to taste all their dishes! Each dish was beautifully prepared and visually appetizing! The order of the dishes was well thought out and attacks your senses! It's a flavor explosion in your mouth! Each dish almost complements the next! The Pisco sour cocktail was the perfect accompaniment to the meal. Service was just as amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!! What a lovely couple running such a magnificent dining establishment! Will definitely recommend!!!!! read more

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Made reservations through Yelp. Ambiance is beautiful. Food is delicious - they are shared plates. We ordered pear pasta, gauc & octopus, filet mignon, fish tacos, and scallops. Everything had amazing flavor, the guac & octopus was a little bland compared to everything else though. Scallops was our favorite. Highly recommend to come here with reservations. Great space with good company. We would definitely come back when we're in Miami! read more

Portions are small, but that is the intention, had an awesome wine and the ceviche was delicious!

The food is tapa style, which is always fun to share. I went with a group of girlfriends for dinner and the Flavor was amazing!!! There was absolutely nothing that we ordered that wasn't amazing. The location is a cute chic location in downtown Miami. There is a parking lot across the street from the restaurant. The wait staff was amazing and so accommodating. They were attentive and gave great recommendations. I can not wait to return to this location. read more

An absolute gem! Great ambience, tasteful decor with attention to details, delicious menu! We loved every dish we tried! Highly recommend this place for a date night! read more

Morla - Octopus tostados, fish ceviche, octopus and guacamole - Peruvian Near Me - Bay Harbor Islands, Florida

This bistro just went through a 8 month renovation and they opened about a month ago with new interior design and a fresh new menu that it's a blend between Peruvian and Mexican food. Sharon and her husband run the place and our experience was amazing! The seafood was fresh, the presentation on the dishes were unique, the flavors were outstanding and definitely the best modern Peruvian I've ever had. Most of the recipes are from their family and it's all tapas style. We were in 2 people and shared 4 different plates. The dessert was fantastic! We already made a reservation to come back next week to try the remaining items on the menu! read more

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This place is COOL. Peruvian and Mexican tapas. Fantastic food quality, the staff are incredibly friendly and attentive and the prices are reasonable for what you get. The decor alone makes this place worth checking out. Downtown needs more places like this one. Trust me: check it out, you won't be disappointed. read more

Morla - Peruvian Near Me - Bay Harbor Islands, Florida

We went for our anniversary and had a beautiful romantic night! The ambience is exquisite and the food is very good. The dessert is a must have! We loved how welcoming the owners were to us. My husband and I will definitely go back #secretplace #gem read more

One of the best restaurants I've gone to. The owners are extremely welcoming, great customer service and the food is delicious. I definitely recommend. We had the Pear Pasta, Guacamole and Crunchy Octopus, and the Filet Mignon Anticucho. They were all delicious. We also had Mangolandi, a Mango Beer and finished with some Flan. read more

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It was storming outside and I was lost on my way back to the Marriot when I saw the lights draped on the ivy covered entrance, like an oasis I was welcomed in with a refined selection of tapas. I got the Octopus and Shrimp Ceviche Platter and the Pear Pasta paired with a Pinot Gris and OH my goodness, the flavors, the citrus was perfectly balanced and slightly sweet (with mango and citrus fruits) in the ceviche not to mention the seafood was just so fresh. The Pear Pasta was the perfect amount of savory and sweet, the Parmesan cheese flakes add such a balanced texture to the whole thing. I am elated and the waitress Sharon es una mujer magnífica y muy Inteligente she was incredible, chef Ruben and his wife are the master minds behind the menu and wow puedes saborear el amor que va entre cada mordida. Chefs kiss this place is a must! I will be coming back as much as possible to savor my way through their new menu. read more

Morla - Octopus and Shrimp Ceviche Platter, Pinot Gris and Pear Pasta - Peruvian Near Me - Bay Harbor Islands, Florida

I've probably passed this place a million times and have never noticed it, mainly because of the inconspicuous entrance. However, if you give it a good enough look you will easily find it on NE 2nd ST at the very beginning of Downtown. And if you do find it, you won't regret it because it is probably the actual definition of a hidden gem. When I walked into the restaurant, I was pleasantly surprised with the interior with its modern rustic aesthetics. The hostess warmly greeted us right when we arrived and shortly after sat us at our reserved table. The menu is tapas style, which is the way to go as the menu covers a wide variety of flavors from Mexico and Peru. We started with the Nikkei Salmon Ceviche, which was by far the best dish I tried. The salmon was perfectly balanced with the sauce it was brought in, opening up the savoriness and freshness of the salmon. With the very first bite, it was a near explosion of goodness in my mouth. Next was the Wood Fired Octopus. It was slightly charred which added a nice crispiness to it. It was quite tender and paired with a peach pineapple chimichurri which was a nice sweet touch. This dish would have been top for me if the octopus was a bit meatier. We finished off with Pear Pasta which is labeled as "Best Seller" and that statement does hold true! Its a nice portion for sharing, the sauce was delectable, and the sweet-salty combination of the pasta filling brought the dish together. I do wish the sauce was a little thicker but overall it was still delicious. This is most definitely a perfect place for a romantic evening although I did come here with a larger party for a birthday. There are no cocktails, only wine and beer but with the different ceviches and Pear pasta you can easily enjoy your night with a nice white wine. Or red! I truly enjoyed the ambiance and dinner, I can't wait to come back for date night. read more

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I eat here regularly. Tried the Wood Fire Octopus today. The octopus was cooked perfectly. Good balance of sauce, vegetable and potatoes. The place will be the right choice if you wanna try Mexican food. The different dishes are made to perfection. read more

The menu is amazing but Sharon & Ileana are even better, marvelous service & spectacular hostesses !! R&R read more

Morla is one of my favorite spots in Miami! I've been on multiple occasions and everything I've had is fantastic. They are reservation only, so make sure to save your spot! The owner is so friendly and was kind enough to accommodate a large group for my birthday last year. The waitstaff are always friendly and knowledgeable. The food is also wonderful. Everything I have tried has been phenomenal. The crunchy octopus with guacamole and the pear pasta are two of my favorite dishes. To top it all off, the restaurant seems like it's in an unassuming alley way, but feels more like a starlight garden upon entering. It certainly doesn't feel as though you're dining near the Highway in downtown. I will surely be back to Morla many more times. read more

Perhaps the best dinner we've ever had to celebrate our 43rd anniversary. This is a hidden gem. Incredible tapas style food, outstanding drinks and wine selection, fabulous atmosphere once inside, and the most personable staff. I rarely give a five-star review. This time I enthusiastically do so without reservation. read more

This place was amazing! The ambience was great, simple, beautiful. The food was extraordinary, I mean, every dish was an explosion of flavor. We shared the ceviche tostadas and the ceviche was on point, fresh and perfectly balanced between citrus and spice. The braised pork tacos were delicious and left us wanting more. The filet mignon anticuchos cooked to perfection melted in our mouths and the pear pasta was soooo new, so flavorful. Lastly the branzino was to die for and we had sangria to accompany all and it was light and delicious as well. We closed it all with the crema volteada dessert and it was so creamy we couldn't believe it. The service was top class, kind and diligent. Please do yourself a huge favor and visit this place. read more

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Another hidden gem in Miami. A range of flavors. Had Pear Pasta which is sweet but have it last. Started with Nikkei Tuna Ceviche which has a strong line taste but if you pair it with the house white wine, it works very well. Most popular dish is Branzino Griliado which has a nice sauce. Mushroom Al Ajillo has a strong garlic taste but it is served with bread and is quite nice. Baja Fish Tacos were very tasty as well. Dessert was Lucuma Cheesecake and was a great finish to a nice meal. Service was by the chef and his wife. They helped us pick some great dishes. read more

Great service, and great food Very romantic place. A true hidden jewel. Nikkie Tuna Ceviche was the best. read more

Tapas Style Peruvian and Mexican Fusion. This place is a gem. Best Grilled Branzino and Wood Fire octopus I have found. The spiciness of the dishes is well balanced and opens up the palate in a very subtle way. The Branzino tiradito is also a must-have, along with their ceviche selection. The flavors linger through the evening, and the presentation is very enticing. As the last course, we highly recommend their Homemade Pear Pasta. The pasta is filled with four cheese and pear and topped with a passion fruit sauce. In my opinion, this pasta makes for a great dessert substitute, given its mildly sweet flavor. The venue is small but cozy and chic, somewhat eclectic. I loved the mismatching of the chairs, wine glasses, and even the utensils. Very original. We love this place! It has become our favorite restaurant thus far. read more

Quietly settled in a unsuspecting storefront between two rental car agencies, I was pleasantly surprised with morla. While the price was a little more than I would expect, two of our four dishes were superb, one was good, and one was okay. Recommend the steak and the salmon ceviche - incredible. The atmosphere was intimate and splitting a bottle of wine at 65$ was worth it. I don't know if I would go back but it was a fun experience nonetheless. Service was great too! read more

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Delicious food in a beautiful place. Service was great! We will definitely be back. I love this hidden gem.

Incredible food and intimate amazing experience! Everything we ate was delicious. A few standouts were the ceviche, the octopus, and the filet but we loved every dish. The owner/chef came to explain the dishes and the services was top notch. read more

All the plates are delicious, we enjoyed everyone of them. Good service. Nice atmosphere

Would recommend this restaurant 1000%, the flavor of the entrees were nothing i've ever experienced before & the service/attention was exquisite. The ambiance is very romantic and intimate. This restaurant deserves it's hype. read more

Great vibe, friendly staff, and delicious food. The menu is small and no liquor license, but worth the visit.

This place is amazing, beautiful ambience delicious food and excellent service. If you go you need to try the 4 cheeses pear pasta with pasión fruit sauce and the oyster shots are amazing! I will definitely come back again :) read more

Morla - 4 cheeses pear pasta - Peruvian Near Me - Bay Harbor Islands, Florida

Ate here about a week ago. As someone else said, don't park in the lot across the street, however, having your car towed or paying an exorbitant amount for parking would probably be more satisfying, and cheaper, than this restaurant was. We each got several dishes. Most were decent, which is why they get two stars in lieu of one. The tuna ceviche was the highlight, however, none of the dishes were worth the price. $20+ per small plate for a tapas style restaurant is pants on the head crazy. Also, they only serve beer and wine. Overall, it was a nice atmosphere but the overpriced mediocre food was what killed the whole experience for me. This place is trying really hard to be trendy but they're failing due to the quality vs cost ratio. I won't be back. read more

I came at 6 pm. No one responded even though opening is at 6. I stood outside until 614. Still no one came to open the door and let us inside. Left without eating. read more

This place is very nice with great food. It's a newly renovated Peruvian Mexican fusion that serves tapas style small plates. The staff is great and very nice. Both the outside and the inside of the restaurant are so cute and very romantic, great atmosphere. I shared 3 dishes with my partner, my favorites were the mushroom and crunchy octopus. I wanted to write this new restaurant a great review so people know to come here! Amazing find tucked away in downtown!!! read more

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I wound up here while traveling to Miami for work and trying to go to a highly recommended restaurant that was closed. Morla was just around the corner, so my coworker and I decided to check it out. I'm so glad that first restaurant was closed because this food and experience were fantastic! I loved the little plate options and the interesting mix of Peruvian/Mexican cuisine. They had a very interesting pear pasta on the menu-we were just trying to be adventurous and wound up loving it! Everything our fantastic server recommended was delicious. We also liked the very indoor/outdoor feel with so many plants and really cool decor. Would definitely come again when I'm in town! read more

The absolute best meal I have had in Miami. The service is great (sweetest staff) and the atmosphere was perfect. In a bit of a weird spot but when you enter it's so cozy and coolest vibe and the food is AMAZING. The pear pasta was the best thing I have ever tasted. Can't recommend this gem of a place more!! You must go if in Miami! read more

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Amazing Ceviche!!! Highly recommend! Great ambiance and fantastic food. I was traveling for business and enjoyed lunch here both days!!

Hidden downtown and only accessible by knocking on the door- the food did not disappoint. The menu changes frequently but everything we had was divine.Highly recommend veering off the beaten path for this dining experience! read more

To say this place is "good" is an understatement. From the front, the entrance is enticing and reminiscent of a Tulum restaurant in all the best ways--the lights, the greenery, and the music got our entire group excited to enter. We were greeted by the owner, who is of Peruvian descent, and our night was off to a great start. The wine list is eclectic and special, with red blends from Mexico and Chilean wines aged in concrete and foudres all offering the wide spectrum of niche wines from off the beaten path. The food was divine--the Baja tacos have Mexican flare attributable to the owner's husband, who is the chef here. The myriad of ceviche options left us happy and satisfied, awakening all parts of our palates. The filet mignon was spectacular--in presentation and quality--with potatoes and large, robust Peruvian corn on the side. The pear pasta was a nice finisher to the meal. Overall, outstanding meal, outstanding service, and phenomenal ambience. Cannot recommend this place any more! read more