Checkers has been upping their game lately!…read more Over the past year or so they have really started catering to the Spirit World! And by that, I mean high-proof hooch. They opened up the back area and created a scotch and bourbon section! All the goodies are in one area. And their prices are competitive with just about any other store around. They get some store picks in too, so it's good to stop in frequently and see what they have at the moment. They continue to have beer and wine and all the rest too. Shelves are full of kinds of interesting bottles to pick up. The staff is friendly and helpful. That part seems to have been tightened up too. Which is much appreciated. They are back to in-store tastings too. So make sure you get on the list to know when they are coming up. Checkers has been around for quite a while now. And they are getting better and better!

Thank you Checkers Liquors for pulling through and always having whatever drinks and mixers we need…read morefor our festivities. it's the perfect pit stop to stock up on our way to the Keys. See you soon!

I randomly stumbled upon this little hole in the wall while walking home one afternoon, and I am so…read moreglad I did!! It is part vegan kitchen, part natural grocery store, and completely full of heart. From the outside you might not expect much, but the second you walk in you can feel the energy. The main guy in the kichen - my man Carlos!! - has so much charisma. Before I even had time to fully look at the menu, he handed me a small sample of their soup of the day. It was warm, flavorful, and honestly so delicious that I was instantly sold! I am not even vegan, but the food completely won me over. Everything tasted fresh, nourishing, and thoughtfully made. I ordered more than I planned to, and I have to admit something funny. I do not have a single picture of what I ate or drank because I literally gulped it down so fast. It was that good. The only photo I managed to take was of the enchiladas, the menu, and of course; Carlos! Everything else disappeared before I even thought about my phone. They also made me a freshly squeezed orange juice, and I watched them use actual oranges right there. No fake juice, no concentrate, just real oranges being squeezed. It tasted fresh and clean. On top of all that, the prices are very reasonable. It feels good to eat something that is both healthy and affordable. The store side is just as charming, with shelves full of natural supplements, spices, snacks, drinks, and little treasures you did not know you needed. Everyone there was so kind, welcoming, and genuinely happy to have customers walk through the door. It ended up being such a fun and unexpected experience for me. I walked in out of curiosity and left with a full stomach and a big smile. Whether you are vegan, vegetarian, or none of the above, I truly recommend stopping by and supporting this spot. Places like this deserve all the love!!

I love the banana & peanut butter protein shake! Also the soups are very good as well as the…read moreempanadas:) yummm and everyone there is always so nice and friendly

Legendary staple for "Down South" Miami. Conch salad is ICONIC!! I get it with mango + veggies and…read moreadd hot sauce! Really genuine and humble people on the staff. Ambiance is pure dade county, this is best known as "conch cross da track.

By far the best conch I've had in my life! I literally have been craving conch and thought, why not…read morefly to the Bahamas for a few days to get my conch fix? Well, there's no need to go to the Bahamas (especially with those outrageous ticket prices). From the moment you walk in, you're welcomed (like family) by a beautiful older woman, who is sweet and kind and points you to the amazing conch. The wait was about 10 minutes and it was worth every minute. The conch was fresh (even the lemon or lime juice was fresh squeezed)! The seasoning was on point (I did however add a pinch if salt and seasoning salt) and the veggies were perfect. There was no shortage of conch at all! The prices that you see is for the conch only. When you add veggies and/or fruit (mango and pineapple), it ups the price and still very much worth it. I ordered a small and with the add on my total was just under $10. It was incredible and I hope you head out there and enjoy it. Definitely a great deal and I hear people come from all over for the conch. I now know why.

Great prices; lots of shopping options for whatever you may need; quick and friendly service. What…read moremore can you ask for?? Lots of parking available, right outside! Note: their wine & spirits store is right next door!

Open till midnight on New Years Eve?? That alone is worth 3 stars! Don't get me wrong, I hope…read moreeveryone who worked there got home safely and still had a good time with family and friends. Their sacrifice means you can go and do Prosecco runs in the middle of a crazy party! They also have amazing wine deals often. Nothing you can rub in your wine friends noses, but certainly quality wines that are marked down to great prices. Actually picked out a red wine for a wedding here and got a nice discount to boot.

The fried chicharron is amazing, perfectly cooked very tender and full of flavor. It is definitely…read moreworth a trip to stop by and check this place out. Absolutely amazing. El chicharrón frito es increíble, perfectamente cocinado, muy tierno y lleno de sabor. Definitivamente vale la pena un viaje para visitar este lugar. Absolutamente increible.

Went for the chicharron and left with that + oxtail! Food smelled and tasted amazing.read more

Yes I am a big fan of @wholefoods but it's more fun and tasty to explore the many small family…read moreowned markets in Miami. One of the best is Mercadito Nicaragüense- in Miami's Sweetwater neighbored. They have a nice selection of beans, rice, spices and a bunch of stuff that I really don't know recognize. But the tortillas are what I recommend. Made daily, from corn and served warm out the oven. Just delicious - vegan and very filling. So take a break from @publix and other supermarkets and give your local family owned bodega a little love. #nicaragua #nica #nicaraguan #miamifood

Visting from CA and this place is AWESOME!…read more Anything Nicaraguan you can think of, they got it. Their quesillo (tortilla filled with melted cheese and pickled onions) took me back to the days of my childhood where I would steal money from my mom's purse so I could go out and get one. Delicious and worth it. Super cheap too. Their picos are just like the ones in Nicaragua. All I needed was a cafecito and I would have been in pico heaven. A pico is a dessert but it's made with a pastry filled with cheese and topped with sugar. It's the only time I'll eat a sweet/salty combo without complaining. I took pictures of everything else I couldn't bring back and when I sent them to my family, they were all jealous. We don't get this type of place in CA so I'm already sad that I can't go back anytime soon.

Ol reliable would be a more fitting name for this business. When everyone was closing up for…read moreHurricane Matthew, the one place that wasn't worried was (insert drumroll) .....TIVOLI'S. Always open (unless its past 2am, then its your fault), great service and plenty of options. Tip: their sodas in the back are usually flat. Buy mixers elsewhere

If you want a drink in Miami, they have every variety in this store…read more Life is good on a brief vacation. I'm happy to be here and alive. Enjoy every moment!

Small little food market with a small taqueria in the back that offers breakfast (eggs, bacon,…read moretoast, coffee), tacos, quesadillas, tostadas, pan con bistec. We tried the steak tacos, picadillo tacos, tostada and chicken quesadilla today...decent but nothing blew my mind. If I had to pick a favorite from today it would be the tostada since it came with more ingredients like beans and a cream over it. Tacos needed a little something else. Maybe some sour cream or cheese. The quesadilla was plain on purpose (for toddlers), just chicken and cheese. I'm rarely by this area and don't think I'll be back here even I am around.

Okay, your not going to believe this one. Way out in Homestead just a street away from Knaus Berry…read moreFarm you can find this little hidden store. It is so much more than just a 7-11. In the back they have a Taqueria that serves Mexican food. It is quiet in the morning but at noontime you will see the lines go out the door. It is hard to find a place to park. The locals double and triple park to get food from this place. Most get it to go but they have a few tables inside. They have specials everyday. I had picadillo with yellow rice, beans, salad and three freshly made warm tortillas for $6. The steak tacos were great too. It came with the works . My son had a huge burrito that was so full of meat that he hardly spoke the whole time. Next time I am trying one of their soups. I've eaten in places right on the border in San Diego and this place is just as good. The service is good at the counter where you place your order but don't expect ambiance.