The Most Delectable Mexican in Miami

Talavera Cocina Mexicana

★★★★☆ 3.8 (944)

"Came here on a Thursday night and did not disappoint l. I forgot to take pictures of the food, but the guac was very fresh! I ordered the flautas de pollo and they were good too.Inside the place is super cute, loved that they had a tree next to our table.Service was a 10/10, our server kept checking on us and making sure we has a great experience"

Jacalito Taqueria Mexicana

★★★★☆ 4.1 (653) • $$

"What an incredible establishment. Old school decor makes you feel like you are in an authentic Mexican restaurant. The food really makes you feel like you are in Mexico. Wow so fresh and delicious. Exploding with flavors. The people that work there are so friendly. Today Eribe greater me as soon as I walked in and Laria & Natalie took my orders. Everyone was so happy and hospitable. I love this place. Keep up the solid work Jacalitos."

La Diosa Taqueria

★★★★★ 4.7 (484) • $$

"We were driving to another restaurant for dinner on a Tuesday night when we spotted this place on 8th St. and decided to come here instead. We're fans of authentic Mexican and were excited to try La Diosa. We started off with an order of chips and guacamole, then ordered the sopes (which comes with 3, but they're small), and since it was taco Tuesday, we each had 4 tacos. All the foods we tried here were very good and flavorful, the staff were outgoing and attentive and we liked this place. They're also open later than many other restaurants most nights.Do know that, while they list things like margaritas, mojitos and craft cocktails on their menu supposedly made with vodka, rum and mezcal, La Diosa only has a license to serve beer and wine, so their cocktails are made with spirits that have a much lower alcohol content vs. what you'd be served in bars and restaurants that have a proper liquor license. Also, we came here during taco Tuesday so tacos were only $4 each, but regular menu prices are a bit more expensive than they should be. As mentioned, the cocktails here aren't very potent and contain little detectable alcohol, yet they still charge $14 on average for them which is higher than one pays for drinks with standard alcohol content in some cocktail bars. An order of sopes is $18 for 3 that are tiny compared to what one gets at many other authentic Mexican restaurants in Miami."

Taqueria Viva México

★★★★☆ 4.4 (527) • $

"Love love love! I'm not exaggerating when I say the BEST Mexican food I've tried in miami. Wowwwwww the birria tacos were next level!!! The sauce immaculate! Carne tacos finger licking gooooood and the sauces wait stop we asked to take the left over hot sauces because they were that good! The angel of our server even added more sauce in the to go container so it was topped off bless her soul! The michelada besides the fact it comes with the candy was the best tasting michelada I've ever had in a restaurant it's usually not great when I go out but this one tasted better than I make at home chefs kiss! I can't wait to go back! The inside is such a vibe and the service was wicked fast. I'm already planning my return"

Serena

★★★★☆ 4 (636) • $$

"I'm so happy that Serena brought back their happy hour. They have a decent selection of cocktails and bites. My favorites were the Sola Pero Acompañada and the plantain croquetas. Enjoying all this on a beautiful rooftop makes Serena the perfect spot to decompress after a hard day's work."

Barrio Latino Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4 (433) • $$

"I was looking for some Cuban food in the area, and this place happened to be within walking distance of my hotel. I came by for dinner on a Monday at around 7, and it wasn't too crowded. To start, I had the grilled Argentinian provolone cheese. I knew I wouldn't be able to finish this myself but I wanted to try it anyway. It was perfectly melty, and was nice with the tomato it was topped with, and the toasted garlic butter Cuban bread they give you at the start of the meal. Eat it quick though because once it starts cooling off, the cheese gets hard and it's difficult to eat. For my main, I had the fried pork chunks. It comes with your choice of two sides so I went with the rice and beans, and some broccoli. The pork was served on top of avocado sauce, which I wish they had put on the side. The oil from the pork mixed in with the sauce, making it kind of separated. Some pork chunks were good (the fattier ones), but they were mostly dry. I didn't care for the rice and beans. They do give pretty big portions here though. Maybe I just didn't order the right thing. Looking back, it seems more like an Argentinian restaurant, and they probably just threw a few Cuban items on the menu.If you're looking for Cuban food, this ain't it."

Oaxaka

★★★★★ 4.6 (292) • $$

"I LOVE Oaxaca! We usually get it via delivery and the food is always amazing quality and delicious.I have tried many Mexican places around town, but Oaxaca beats out the competition. I usually order the steak quesadilla with a side of guacamole and chips. The quesadilla comes with a delicious cumin dipping sauce that I'm hooked on! The food is top quality and so yummy!"

Habitat

★★★★☆ 4.3 (268) • $$$

Koko

★★★★☆ 4.2 (203)

"Beautiful Tulum type decor at Mexican restaurant Koko. Server Gus was friendly, efficient and explained the menu well. Given we had a larger group with also two young kids, he was able to handle us effortlessly. The food really shines here. Good quality, beautifully flavored with some spicy notes. I got the shrimp tacos which you can also get with lettuce instead of their famous blue corn tortilla. The blue corn tortillas are really good and freshly handmade. For those with a little adventure, they also have an insect menu of ants, grasshoppers, worms etc. I tried the ant egg sauce which was spicy, with some peanut and sweetness with little crunch of perhaps was the ant eggs. I felt adventurous! Worth the price. They have both a nice indoor and outdoor area. With valet close by and street parking if you're lucky."

Chabella Miami

★★★★☆ 4 (168) • $$

Aida Mexican Seafood

★★★★★ 4.6 (95)

"We had spent the day exploring Biscayne National Park, and this restaurant was within walking distance from Dinner Key Marina if you're there doing a tour.We came around 5:30 pm on a Tuesday and ended up being able to participate in both Happy Hour and Taco Tuesday. They do happy hour every day from 5-7pm with 50% off classic cocktails. Great margaritas! Their classic Aida Margarita includes triple sec, which just makes it that much better.They have a surprisingly large taco selection, so make sure to grab a bunch of different ones to try. They were all delicious, but their shrimp taco was the biggest winner. Super fresh, tender shrimp combined with the chipotle mayo.. Delish! The Baja Fish Taco and the Carnitas de Atun were our other favorites.Really good service. They appropriately checked in on us and refilled our chips. (Side note: love that they serve smaller bowls of chips w/ refill options because it's less likely to fill up on chips before the food comes!). Great dinner option for a date or with friends."

Hijole Taqueria

★★★★★ 4.7 (87)

"I'm from socal and have been trying to find authentic Mexican food in Miami. This is by far the closest I've found. Carne asada and carnitas tacos are yum! Carnitas are tender and fatty. They load the tacos up with so much meat. The prices are super reasonable for the amount ur getting. They serve a rlly good Jamaica 5/5 for sure. I doordashed the food and the only thing I would change is the way the salsas are packaged. They come in bags instead of containers. Also wish they had a spicier salsa. Besides that it was yummy! My go to taco spot now."

El Taquito ll

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (175)

"When I list an item in my "Late Night Gourmet" list, it means a place that typically does not have white table cloth service and space isn't a premium. However, it's not a knock on the food. It's a lifesaver after a drink (or 3) or conversely a quick lunch during the day when you're starving and don't feel like being boogie. On all of those counts, El Taquito II fits the bill! I stopped by for a bite with friends after a nearby Yelp event and we snagged two tables in the cozy inside as well as some bar seating. The soundtrack was tropical I believe (the drinks were pretty good from the earlier event :) , the seats were backless stools and our waitress pretty decent. But the conversation and jokes with our crew was the best.My sustenance was their "Ahogado" chicken burrito; a sizable and deliciously cheesy & sloppy tortilla with cilantro, plenty of cheese, salsa verde and a decent amount of chicken pieces. I believe chips and salsa would have been extra, though the salsa verde tasted good.All In a all El Taquito is a solid spot for a quick bite in Little Havana."

Taqueria Los Chilangos

★★★★☆ 4.4 (89) • $

Miami River Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.8 (107)

"Went here for the first time. We got there pretty late; after 9pm. It says it closes at 9 on google maps. It closes at 10pm! We called and it's on the menu.They have $2 tacos on Wednesday and Friday nights. The menu is extensive!We ordered chips and guacamole for an appetizer. The guacamole was a little bland, but it came with some salsa and it was really tasty!I ordered a chicken taco, zucchini taco, and napole taco (cactus). They come plain on a corn tortilla (pictured). You go to the bar and put your toppings on. You can add lettuce, pico de gallo, pickled onions (they were out when we went), cilantro, onion, radishes (also out), and 6 different kinds of salsas.My son got 5 different kinds of tacos and a bottle of Coca-Cola. His friend got 3 different kinds of tacos and a bottle of Coca-Cola.We ate every bite! It was super yummy. The prices can't be beat!Altogether our bill was less than $40!It's a great hole in the wall. I'll definitely be back soon."

Tacos Vs Burritos

★★★★☆ 3.7 (107) • $$

"Yesterday, we stopped by to get takeout at their drive-thru. It was a little past lunchtime, so there wasn't a long line waiting. The cashier took our customized orders. I ordered a Tostado with Carne Asada. It was freshly made while we waited. The steak was tender and medium. It came out perfect. My daughter ordered a Taco salad with Carne Asada, lettuce, guac, and tomatoes. She liked hers also. T vs B make everything fresh and tasty."

Twice Butter Taqueria

★★★★★ 4.6 (67) • $$

Mi Rancho Mexican Grill

★★★★☆ 4.2 (77)

"This place is a great! We have been looking for tacos de lengua for a while but haven't had much luck. We finally found a place that had it so we decided to check it out!Mi Rancho is located in Little Havana with ample parking in the back. They offer a large variety of Mexican food, including gorditas (which is one of my favorites)! I ordered the gorditas, one of each meat choice and my husband ordered the tacos the lengua. The food was great! The gorditas were loaded with meat and cheese! The tacos were also really good! We ordered flan to share and it was also really sweet and decadent! They had great prices and their dishes were loaded, you will not leave hungry!I highly recommend this place if you're craving Mexican food, you won't be disappointed!"

Taqueria Los Dos Amigos 2

★★★★☆ 4.2 (77)

La Santa Taqueria

★★★★☆ 3.5 (89) • $$

"Chef Omar really did an amazing job with this one! La Santa taqueria is a true work of art. From start to end, the experience is always so great. With a variety of mexican dishes, their tacos stand out the most! Their octopus taco is one of my favorites! Cooked to perfection, and seasoned so well it's a great. Their guacamole is a must, it comes with some sides of different hot sauces which go good as toppings on almost everything they serve! The queso fundido is so yummy too - topped with mushrooms its a true delight! The restaurant itself, is a true beauty. With a bold pink wall in the front and mexican inspired art all throughout the inside, they have hand painted art and artisanal pieces hanging to bring you back to the Mexican roots of the restaurant. Pro tip: Check their weekly happenings as many times they offer live music (my favorite nights) by local talented bands."

Mexico 1810

★★★★☆ 3.9 (71) • $$

"Thank you Yelp! This place was everything and beyond. I wanted some authentic tacos that remind me of my visits to Mexico. To begin, location is on 36street (next to checkers drive thru).. park in the back and walk towards the street. Once I entered, I knew the food would be good! I immediately was greeted and was provided a menu (soo many choices). I went for the 3 taco special that came with steak, chicken mixed with cheese and bacon!! (Soo good). I also ordered a supreme beef taco and stuffed peppers. The food was phenomenal and the margarita was amazing! This place does get busy so there a a bit of a wait, but it's worth it. I will surely return and try the Torpedo and beef cheek taco next time!"

The Chef

★★★★☆ 4 (44)

"First of all...their menu is literally a passport of destinations around the world with alternative realities like sushi, burgers, gyros, pizza, and nachos all under one roof. Yeah, I know...prefer magical, huh? I decided to come check out the spot for myself and was just so impressed with not only their versatility but also the range of skill they demonstrate in all their meals. Since they operate as a cloud kitchen, all of these options immediately become available from the comfort of your own phone at late night hours making it even more necessary. The interior is small but perfectly arranged with a green leafy facade overlaying the wall leading into the kitchen emphasizing a plentitude of ambience in a slim layout amongst a corner shopping strip located on 135th and Biscayne. The most impressive approach to their operation is the range of foods offered within a short window that's prepared by order offering such a wide range of availability during late night hours in a central location. Not many spots in Miami can uphold of their qualities. It's comforting, convenient, affordable, and most importantly deliciously fresh and intriguing. Go check them out!FYI I ordered something from each menu and pretended I was traveling so yeah..."

Rinconcito Latino Mixto

★★★★☆ 3.7 (43)

"Really delicious lunch! Doesn't look like much from the outside, right next to a convenience store, but wow it delivered! Super fast service, big portions and ice cold beer :)We stopped here for lunch before we went to SuperBlue (just a few blocks away) and was a perfect start to a couple hours in the museum. Really great spot, highly recommend."

Jacalito Taqueria Mexicana 2

★★★★☆ 3.6 (35) • $$

"Legit Mexican tacos! This isn't Tex-Mex crap, if you want authentic food then this is the spot. The waitresses are always very friendly, there aren't a whole lot of tables but there's enough and they're always clean. They also have one table outside if you want to bring your furry friend. Parking is a bit tight, they share the lot with the other tenants. I've tried almost everything on the menu, and everything was delicious for me. Catch me here once a week!"

Mexi Cafe

★★★★★ 4.7 (19)

"so thankful this cute lil shop was across the street from where we stayed -- quick and easy bites when you're hungry!the al pastor tacos were mid, the huevos rancheros were pretty good (reminds me of this dish my mum always makes), the iced coffees are okay lol, but the burritos !! are !! so !! yommy !! especially the morning burrito it has everything i love: eggs, tomatoes, guacamole, etc. will try the churros next time hehemexican food in miami isn't the best since cuban, peruvian, colombian, haitian, puerto rican, etc. foods are so much better!"

Paseo Universitario

★★★★☆ 4.2 (18)

"This is an amazing hidden gem in little Havana! They serve Central American food and I loved everything I tried. The staff is super friendly and the prices are AMAZING. You have to try the pupusas and the steak for sure. There's a small parking lot for the strip mall right in front too. I'd definitely come back!"

Whiskylucan

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (16)

"The three star average on Yelp sounds about right, if maybe a bit generous. After passing by many times when driving in Calle Ocho, I stopped by for an early dinner after my jog. I found the place half empty, with maybe 2 or 3 other tables taken including one by a vendor selling arts & crafts in the restaurant. Foodwise, I liked that their chips are more like chicharrones. They serve them with a red sauce and a green sauce but no fresh pico de gallo. Four small cheese tequenos were decent, although not a classic Mexican restaurant dish. My burrito - although not on the menu - was really good, perfectly messy and they customized it with no guacamole. However, being deliciously messy means it fell apart on the plate. I almost had to channel Saul the barbershop client in "Coming to America" because I had to ask for and wait for utensils. There were none already at the table.Of course, there is an 18% automatic gratuity as well as the prompt asking for more while the server stands in front as you pay."

La Valentina Mexican Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.1 (9)

"I only came here because when I went to the Miami River Mexican cuisine store they were closed due to some kitchen issues. The guy came out and sent me over here instead.My daughter and I ordered the chips and guacamole. The guacamole was actually more tasty than at the other store. The one other time I'd gone there the guacamole was bland. The order is pretty big. It's a lot of guac. We took home leftovers of the guac.I also ordered the Elote. It was very good, except one side was warm and the other side was cold. But the combination of flavors- the lime juice, cheese, cream, and Anjito was delish!For our meals I got the 3 fish tacos on corn tortillas and my daughter got the 3 shrimp tacos on flour tortillas. We both finished all of our tacos. Mine were delicious! I'm not sure what the sauce on the side is. It tasted like a mix of ketchup and mayo?!? But they also put two salsas on the table. The green one is SPICY! The red one is mild.Altogether our meals were about $45. Not bad.Parking is an issue. I didn't see a parking lot. There are spots right in front of the store. But only a couple. Since we were going there at 3 in the afternoon it was easy for us to get a spot.We were the only people eating in the restaurant. There were a few people who came in to pick up orders.I would come back again if I'm in the area, but this place is pretty far away from where I live."

Esquina Mexicana

★★★☆☆ 2.9 (14)

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