Caracara Asian Tapas + Tacos

We came to work from Dunedin Cafe (September 2024) next door and needed lunch. Called ahead and asked about outlets to work from the restaurant and they were extremely kind and accommodating. Attentive service from Ben had us well taken care of.The tomatillo salsa was pretty gooey but had good flavor (we finished it). We got taco specials and the chicken with aioli one which was my favorite bc of the aioli. The cocktails were good, but the pineapple white sangria was a bit tart/sour? For my taste though my friend really liked it.I got the Tokyo dog which is just a shrimp tempura on a slice of bread topped with sauce but very good!!!

Where do I start? I took my wife out for her Birthday today and we decided to try this place in Dunedin. The menu had several Vegan options which my wife loved. She got a Falafel salad and I had the lump crab nachos. We both had drinks, a Mojito for $12 and I had a Mai Tai for $13, both were very strong.My lump crab nachos tasted funky, not sure if it was a dressing or the crab itself. In any event, I finished half and took the rest home. What pissed me off is that they have a 4% surcharge to our bill for using a credit card. Really? F that. All in all, it was a very average visit with a terrible ending. Never again!

Just discovered this restaurant and headed over to give it a try.Great atmospehere, chill vibe. Seating inside and out. Pickle jar was good. Carrots, beets, okra, onion and pickles. Very crunchy and mildly pickled and good. Tokyo Street Dog was absolutely fabulous. I am now on the hunt for the Kewpie japanese mayo that was on it. This is a genius menu item.Crying Tiger Steak Wraps was a miss. The beef was very very chewy and the seared parts were very bitter. Just couldn't get past that bitter grill flavor.Churros for dessert were great. Piping hot, crispy with a soft center, and a dip of whipped creme w/cinnamon and cocoa flavoring.Katrina was a fabulous waitress. The experience was so good, I'm going 5 stars despite the steak wraps not to our liking. Will return soon...and looking forward to it.

This place has a great outdoor patio for us low key pups. The old man loved the new menu. A definite stop in Dunedin

Caracara is still a vibe I enjoy whether inside at the bar or outside on the patio. As a gluten-free gal I was a bit disappointed to see the menu changed a bit, and two of my favorite dishes are no longer served. Thankfully the crispy Thai wings are still available and amazing. Plus, the drinks and service are always top notch.

I always have a nice time here and I think the food has only improved since I've been going for the past two years. Last week was the first time I spent time in the nest and it was good to have a cozy spot to catch up with a friend out of the frenzy of the dinner rush although we did have a hamburger at the bar.

Caracara is an absolute gem! I tried the French Onion Grilled Cheese and the General Tso's Cauliflower--both were incredibly delicious and definitely dishes I'd order again. The cocktails were perfection--balanced, flavorful, and expertly crafted. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making it the perfect spot for a relaxing meal or drinks with friends. Highly recommend!

I have been here a few times and each time is very good of course the food is amazing it comes from CaraCara. I was in the nest area which is a sub section of the main restaurant with its own entrance. The bartenders are friendly and the patrons are a lot of fun. I recently went on a Thursday night and they had trivia which was a lot of fun hanging out with people and laughing. The atmosphere is really relaxed and a nice place to hang out and enjoy friends or even go on a date. Definitely a must see and attend place.

Unfortunately we had a disappointing experience here. The menu was very limited. Only few main courses on the menu which mostly labeled as spicy. We were told they can't be customized and couldn't be made less spicy (not kid friendly). we tried various appetizers and 3 entrees,All came in small portions. My mojito was served in a very slim glass, full of ice barely any mojito in it. The salad was $17 for such a small portion with barely any dressing. Jasmine chicken bowl had these called crispy chicken which were mainly flaky stuff with barely any chicken. My husband did Not like his kai soi noodle bowl chicken ( the chicken didn't taste good). Fried spring tasted good but middle was burned. Street dog was good but mostly bread. Elotes tasted good but 2 very small pieces of corn. There is 3.27% up charge for use of credit card. Overall wouldn't recommend specifically for kids with family (we did not try the two kids items (chicken strips and quesadilla) that server told ius but not on menu).

I'd love to have given our second visit a 5 star, like our first visit was, but I just can't. What the restaurant should know, to improve, is in my review.We arrived and were greeted quickly by friendly staff. There was a table outside and one inside, and we chose the inside as it's a hot FL evening. We were seated in the back of the restaurant, right next to the door leading to the outside dining area. There was a fire extinguisher at my left elbow. Made me feel squished and I kept hitting it with my elbow. Then, the door outside was constantly being opened and closed with servers coming and going. Sadly, the door made a repetitive bang every time it completed its closure, which was incredibly annoying and ruined any possible vibe on our big night out. Hubby sat on the bench seat in the corner, which apparently was so sunken in/broken down that he said he felt like he was in a hole. It was not comfortable for him, and actually made him lower than I, even though he is taller than me. Our server, was friendly and informative.As for the food.... delicious as always. Our crab nachos appetizer was incredible and super flavorful. We had small plates on which to put our portion. Next we had the Fattoush Salad. Also delicious, with the best, flavorful, moist falafel I have ever had. It was unfortunate that I was not given any other plate, so was forced to use the same small plate I used for the app. It meant I could barely put any salad on my plate, and made it quite difficult to eat. We ended with the bread service. I know, strange to end with, but we'd had it before and knew it was delish, so had to have more. To our surprise, the bread was different than it was last time, with a decidedly yellow color, but equally as delicious with the provided compound butter made with fresh herbs and seasonings. Highly recommend everything here. Thoughtful, delicious, and beautifully presented.Of course we will return to try again, but this visit was somewhat disappointing. Hopefully the restaurant reviews and works on issues for the comfort of customers, because the food deserves better.Small