By: Allie Green By: Allie Green | October 3, 2023 | Food & Drink, Eat, Drink, food, Guides,
Miami taco spots are the ultimate dining destination, from takeout spots to sit-down restaurants. This National Taco Day, we’re giving you an inside look at Miami’s top tacos that never disappoint.
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Pink Taco Miami
This National Taco Day, dine at the iconic rocker-chic restaurant serving up irresistible tacos complete with flavor-bursting creations, including the OG pink tacos, lovingly crafted with your choice of chicken or chorizo-tofu, jack cheese, pickled red onions, avocado and served in fried pink corn tortillas for that colorful crunch. Located in the heart of Miami Beach, the local energy matches the restaurant’s high-spirited vibe, combining bold tastes with a lively atmosphere. Pink Taco is a treat for your taste buds, making it the perfect destination to celebrate this National Taco Day.
1200 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach / Website
MATADOR ROOM at The Miami Beach Edition
Michelin-starred chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten has reinvented the iconic MATADOR ROOM with exquisite menus, fit with his interpretation of Caribbean, Spanish, Latin and South American cuisines perfect for National Taco Day. Immerse yourself in the reimagined atmosphere complete with exceptional taco offerings, including the roasted mushroom taco, chipotle chicken tacos, crispy and griddled fish tacos, and more, which are all prepared beautifully and flavored to perfection with the resident chef’s signature interpretive spin.
2901 Collins Ave., Miami Beach / Website
SoBe Vegan
This trendy, casual, vegan restaurant with locations in Miami Beach and Fort Lauderdale offers a modern twist on traditional American cuisine. Offering diners an all-natural, approachable, chef-driven menu that has captivated the stomachs of vegans and non-vegans, SoBe Vegan’s jackfruit tacos, made with Adobo Jackfruit, pico de gallo, pickled red onions, sunflower lime crema and cilantro is a deliciously vegan alternative to enjoy. Surrounded by lush green landscapes and an inviting atmosphere, you will never want to leave this dining spot.
110 Washington Ave., Miami Beach; 401 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale / Website
Tacombi
The new neighborhood taqueria, Tacombi Wynwood, offers some of Miami’s best tacos. Paired with classic cocktails and ice-cold beer, Tacombi is the perfect destination to reign in National Taco Day. Stemming from rich culinary traditions across distinct regions of Mexico, Tacombi’s menu combines recognizable flavors and recipes from across the country’s 32 states. With popular dishes such as carnitas tacos, Baja crispy fish tacos, beef birria tacos and more, this spot features a wide selection of flavorful options.
275 NW 26th St., Miami / Website
Bakan
Another gem in the heart of Wynwood, Bakan brings modern, artsy and authentic Mexican cuisine to each bite. Setting itself apart by offering dishes made with fresh, high-quality ingredients, tortillas from organic corn imported from Oaxaca, and prepared in traditional ways that highlight the natural flavors, Bakan transports its diners with a selection of unique taco dishes, including the escamoles, ant eggs made with butter and epazote served on homemade organic blue corn tortillas, the toastada de chapulines - made of crispy grasshoppers with guacamole, cotija cheese, served on a homemade organic blue corn tortilla and more.
2801 Northwest Second Ave., Miami / Website
KoKo
Nestled under the natural tree canopy of Coconut Grove, KoKo offers an authentic, pre-Hispanic Mexican experience complete with over 400 mezcals and tequilas and an ancient tortilla-making process, Nixtamal. Guests can enjoy unforgettable, fresh dishes with Koko’s sophisticated and artistic indoor-outdoor concept. Featuring a unique menu, including a variety of exciting tacos, diners can’t go wrong.
2856 Tigertail Ave., Coconut Grove / Website
Pilo’s Street Tacos
Located in the heart of Brickell, Pilo’s Street Tacos serves authentic Mexican food with delicious dishes that will leave you wanting more. The traditional Mexican restaurant dishes a wide variety of tacos guests can choose from. Enjoy one of their refreshing frozen margaritas while dining on bold dishes.
28 SW 11th St., Miami / Website
Mayami
The renowned Miami clubstaurant, located in the heart of Wynwood, offers a variety of decadent dishes, filling the needs of all diners. For National Taco Day, indulge in fresh guacamole and tortilla chips, and don’t miss out on its tacos made with Japanese A5 wagyu, tuna, shrimp, or sauteed squash for our vegan friends. The ultimate dinner party atmosphere brings this Tulum-inspired restaurant and bar to life. Offering specialty cocktails and unique performances, Mayami knows how to throw a celebration with jaw-dropping scenery and delicious food; what could be better?
127 NW 23rd St., Miami / Website
Bodega Taqueria y Tequila
As one of the trendiest taco spots in Miami, Bodega Taqueria y Tequila’s fast-casual taqueria offers authentic tacos complete with street corn and all the fillings. Whether opting for chicken, fish, steak or even vegan tacos, Bodega serves some of the most delicious tacos. Infusing a speakeasy lounge with an extensive selection of menu options, this spot doesn’t disappoint.
Multiple Locations / Website
Coyo Taco
As one of Miami’s most delicious taco spots, Coyo Taco serves authentic Mexican dishes and deliciously fresh tacos. Made with fresh-pressed corn tortillas, these tacos offer authenticity with every bite. Complete with handcrafted guacamole, farm-fresh vegetables and locally sourced meat and seafood, these tacos are a mouthwatering offer for National Taco Day.
Multiple Locations / Website
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