What type of cuisine does Amelia's 1931 serve?

Amelia's 1931 serves Cuban and Latin dishes with Peruvian and Korean influences, created by Chef Eileen Andrade, alongside a craft cocktail program.

Does Amelia's 1931 take reservations?

Yes, reservations are recommended and can be made through OpenTable or the restaurant's own booking page.

What are Amelia's 1931's hours?

Amelia's 1931 is open Wednesday and Thursday from 5 to 10pm, Friday and Saturday from 5pm to 1am, and Sunday from 11:30am to 9pm. It is closed Monday and Tuesday.

How much does it cost to eat at Amelia's 1931?

Entrees typically range from $30 to $80 per person, putting it in the upscale dining category.

Is there parking at Amelia's 1931?

Yes, the restaurant offers free parking in its lot as well as free street parking, and parking is usually plentiful.

Does Amelia's 1931 have live music?

Yes, the restaurant features live music including a Wednesday flamenco night and live bands on other evenings, plus late-night DJ sets on weekends.

Where is Amelia's 1931 located?

Amelia's 1931 is located at 13601 SW 26th St in the Coral West Plaza, in the West End/Tamiami area near Kendall.

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13601 SW 26th St, Miami, FL 33175, USA

OpenUntil 10:00 PM$$$$31-80 per personCuban

Cuban-Latin fine dining with Asian flavors behind a disguised dry-cleaner door in Kendall

Cuban Fine Dining$$$Kendall

About Amelia's 1931

Amelia's 1931 is a fine dining restaurant in the West End/Tamiami area near Kendall, hiding behind a storefront designed to look like a 1930s dry cleaner. Chef Eileen Andrade built the concept around her grandmother Amelia, blending classic Cuban and Latin flavors with Peruvian and Korean influences across dishes like braised oxtail, short rib croquetas, lomo saltado, and umami butter escargot.

The retro interior pairs vintage decor with craft cocktails, a full bar, and live music, including Wednesday flamenco nights and weekend jazz or DJ sets. Expect entrees in the $30-80 range, a reservation-recommended dining room, and a lively crowd on Friday and Saturday nights when the bar stays open past midnight.

It's a go-to for date nights, birthdays, and group celebrations, with a private dining room and brunch service on Sundays. Locals treat it as a hidden gem tucked into a Coral Way strip plaza off SW 137th Avenue, while visitors come after seeing Chef Andrade's dishes online.

Highlights

Date Night

Special Occasions

Group Celebrations

Signature Short Rib Croquetas

Signature Braised Oxtail

Live Entertainment

Private Events

Reservations Recommended

Dining Essentials

Dress Code

Smart Casual

Typical Visit

1.5-2 hours

Chef

Eileen Andrade

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Verified

8.3

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Service

9.0

Ambience

9.0

Food Quality

8.0

Value for Money

6.0

Location

7.0

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Buzzing

DaysFriday and Saturday

TimesPeak hours

Relaxed

DaysWednesday or Thursday

TimesOff-peak hours

Reservations are required. Wednesday flamenco nights also pack the dining room from 7:30 to 9pm. They offer a happy hour — ask about current specials. A typical dinner runs $31-80 per person. On-site parking is available.

Open Until 10:00 PM

MondayClosed

TuesdayClosed

Wednesday5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Thursday5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Friday5:00 PM – 1:00 AM

Saturday5:00 PM – 1:00 AM

Sunday11:30 AM – 9:00 PM

Reviews

Overwhelmingly positive with guests praising the food, cocktails, service, and live music, though a recurring minority of reviewers report inconsistent food quality and slow kitchen service on busy nights.

Food QualityServiceAtmosphere

The Experience

Cuisine

Cuban Peruvian Korean Asian Fusion

Amenities

Live EntertainmentPrivate EventsReservations RecommendedLive MusicWheelchair AccessibleTrendyWine ListAccessible RestroomUpscaleCredit Cards AcceptedPrivate DiningVegan Options

Meals

Brunch Dinner Happy Hour Late Night Lunch

Perfect For

Date Night Special Occasions Group Celebrations Live Music Night Girls Night Out Local Favorite Cocktail Night Brunch with Friends Family Dinner

Location Kendall

13601 SW 26th St, Miami, FL 33175, USA

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www.amelias1931.com

+1 (305) 554-4949

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Signature Dishes

Short Rib Croquetas

Braised short rib croquetas frequently called out by guests as a must-order starter.

Braised Oxtail

Slow-braised oxtail served as a main, also used in the restaurant's oxtail French onion soup.

Lomo Saltado

Peruvian-style stir-fried beef dish highlighted in multiple reviews.

Umami Butter Escargot

Escargot prepared in an umami butter sauce, a standout starter for many guests.

Hamachi Tiradito

Peruvian-Japanese style raw hamachi preparation praised for its flavor.

Pork Belly

Richly seasoned pork belly dish mentioned repeatedly as a favorite.

Oxtail Dumplings

Dumplings filled with braised oxtail, a popular appetizer among guests.

What People Love

Food Quality: Guests repeatedly call out the short rib croquetas, pork belly, oxtail French onion soup, hamachi tiradito, and lomo saltado as standouts.

Service: Visitors frequently praise the servers and bartenders as attentive, knowledgeable about the menu, and able to handle large or last-minute parties smoothly.

Atmosphere: The vintage dry-cleaner disguised entrance and retro decor surprise first-time visitors, and guests describe the vibe as cozy, speakeasy-like, and fitting for date nights or celebrations.

Live Entertainment: Wednesday flamenco nights and live jazz or band performances are called out often as a highlight that elevates the dining experience.

Cocktails: Guests highlight creative cocktails like the Paper Plane and Silk Stockings as a reason to return.

Know Before You Go

Reservations are recommended, especially for dinner, and can be booked through OpenTable.
Free parking is available in the lot and on the street, with plenty usually open.
Friday and Saturday nights run until 1am with a late-night happy hour, so expect a livelier, louder crowd.
Wednesday nights feature flamenco performances from 7:30 to 9pm, which draws a bigger crowd.

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8.3

13601 SW 26th St, Miami, FL 33175, USA

OpenUntil 10:00 PM$$$$31-80 per personCuban

Cuban-Latin fine dining with Asian flavors behind a disguised dry-cleaner door in Kendall

Cuban Fine Dining$$$Kendall