Mexican in Miami New Times
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Cheen Huaye, which means “only here” in Mayan, offers unique and authentic Mexican cuisine. Try the succulent dishes, such as carne asada a la Yucateca, that are influenced by life on the Yucatán Peninsula. The restaurant is comfortable, clean, well-lit, and family-friendly. The decor consists mainly of Mexican artifacts. Some dishes are a bit pricey, […]
Situated at the site of a defunct Mexican chain restaurant, Chela’s Cocteler
Taking a cue from other Tex-Mex ristorantes, this bright newcomer has a few novel concepts up its sleeve. One is that it tries to be more authentically Mexican than its peers by playing mariachi, American, and Latin music. Another is that it sports clean lines and flashy colors in the design of its chairs, which […]
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Taking a cue from other Tex-Mex ristorantes, this bright newcomer has a few novel concepts up its sleeve. One is that it tries to be more authentically Mexican than its peers by playing mariachi, American, and Latin music. Another is that it sports clean lines and flashy colors in the design of its chairs, which […]
“Two things, thousands of ways” goes the slogan, meaning tacos and burritos with add-ins. Tacos bring a trio of soft flour tortillas or a quartet of crisp corn tortillas — you know, the type that inevitably shatters into a nacholike mess. Better are burritos, modeled after the fat ones made famous at taquerias in San […]
On weekends, lines can be long at this Wynwood taco joint. Helmed by executive chef Scott Linquist, the restaurant serves tacos made with humanely raised meats and locally sourced vegetables and seafood. A tortillera works on the line at all times, making as many as 1,000 tortillas a day to order. If you’re looking for […]
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Diez y Seis specializes in traditional Mexican food with Miami flair in an indoor/outdoor space overlooking the Shore Club’s infinity pool. The menu includes family-style plates, encouraging customers to sample a variety of items in a single visit. The restaurant’s name is a nod to Mexican Independence Day, September 16. The tradition is carried throughout […]
All we can say about this place is yum: servings are huge, ingredients fresh, and everything tastes fantastic. The only issue – service could be friendlier; It seems like it would take a magic trick to make the waiters smile.While the menu offers both Mexican and Salvadoran items, the latter dominates. Order typical appetizers such […]
You’ll feel at home in this small, welcoming restaurant. The menu lists a wide array of small dishes, such as quesadillas, tortas, and flautas, and larger dishes such as fajitas, Oaxacan beef, and enchiladas. But it’s the tacos we crave. An order of three costs $5, and you can choose from among ten fillings that […]
The meal begins with a basket of complimentary chips, served warm, and a side of salsa. The guacamole, which comes in a choice of two sizes ($4.50 and $10), is made tableside. Mexicanisimos tamales (two larges ones for $6.50) are homemade cornmeal stuffed with shredded beef, wrapped in corn husks, steamed, and served with red […]
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As the flavor of the Lincoln Road region continues to mutate, this homey Mexican cantina maintains its individuality. The atmosphere is authentic, right down to the service, which is casual. Fortunately, the guacamole alone is worth the effort of stealing your own silverware from an adjacent table. Likewise beef flautas, bean tostadas, chicken taquitos, and […]
Miami’s Mexican options offer a little too much Chipotle and Taco Bell, and not quite enough homemade guac and corn tortillas. But head towards Homestead, and there’s a plethora of south of the border favorites that are better than the fast food standbys. In addition to serving up fresh, authentic Mexican eats, Homestead’s El Santo […]