Miami is famous for its delicious Cuban food, but its Spanish cuisine is equally as delectable. From tapas to paella, Miami’s top Spanish restaurants offer something for everyone. Here are some of the best, according to Eater Miami:
- 100 Montaditos Miami Lakes – This traditional Spanish sandwich shop is anything but boring, serving up mini-baguette sandwiches in endless varieties.
- Rincon Escondido Tapas & Restaurant – With a mix of Spanish and Argentinian flavors, Rincon Escondido is a small and popular spot that never disappoints with its paella, sangria, and flan.
- Leku – This chic Basque restaurant located in the Rubbell Museum offers an extensive menu featuring creamy croquetas, whole branzino, and a must-try Iberico ham. Pair the meal with one of their famous gin and tonics in the beautiful garden.
- Barceloneta Miami – Trendy and modern, this Mediterranean tapas bar located in Sunset Harbour offers cocktails, sangria, and Barcelona-sourced beers. Favorites include the shishito peppers, fried calamari, and pan con tomate.
- NIU Kitchen – With its eclectic Catalan cuisine, NIU Kitchen remains one of the best restaurants in the city. Be sure to try their famous clams and tangy gazpacho before moving on to heartier dishes like vegan paella and pan-seared foie gras.
- Jamon Iberico Pata Negra Restaurant – For simple Spanish fare, head to Jamon Iberico Pata Negra where the chef serves up garlic mushrooms, anchovies in vinegar, gazpacho, and signature broken egg dishes prepared six different ways.
- Casa Juancho – One of the OG’s of Miami Spanish dining, Casa Juancho is a rustic alcove on Calle Ocho that offers freshly baked pastries, zesty flavors, and live music for a special Spanish experience.
- Xixón Spanish Restaurant – A hospitable hangout located on Coral Way, Xixón offers more than 300 varieties of Spanish wines to pair with its robust menu of small and large plates.
- Bulla Gastrobar – Bulla brings the spirit of Spain’s tapas taverns to Miami’s swanky Miracle Mile with its shared plates ranging from patatas bravas to tuna tartare.
- El Carajo International Tapas & Wines – Hidden inside a gas station, El Carajo is a charming bodega with an affordable wine selection and a romantic restaurant nestled in the back. Don’t miss their classic dishes like paella and traditional Spanish omelet.
- Happy Wine in the Grove – This cute and casual casita is the perfect spot for weekend chilling with its reasonably priced wine and one of the best meat and cheese boards in town.