What type of cuisine does Bocas Grill Miami Gardens serve?

Bocas Grill serves Venezuelan and Latin American cuisine, including arepas, tequeños, parrilla llanera grilled meats, and seafood.

Does Bocas Grill Miami Gardens take reservations?

Yes, Bocas Grill accepts reservations in addition to walk-ins.

What are Bocas Grill Miami Gardens' hours?

Bocas Grill is open daily from 11 AM to 9 PM.

Is there parking at Bocas Grill Miami Gardens?

Yes, there is a free parking lot as well as free street parking, and parking is usually plentiful.

Does Bocas Grill Miami Gardens have a kids' menu?

Yes, Bocas Grill offers a kids' menu and is noted as good for kids.

Does Bocas Grill Miami Gardens offer delivery or takeout?

Yes, the restaurant offers delivery, takeout, and curbside pickup.

Is Bocas Grill Miami Gardens wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the restaurant has a wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot, restroom, and seating.

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8.9

16075 NW 57th Ave, Miami Gardens, FL 33014, USA

OpenUntil 9:00 PMBusy$$$15-30 per personCaribbean

Generous Venezuelan grill plates and arepas in a casual, family-friendly Miami Gardens setting

Caribbean Family Restaurant$$

About Bocas Grill Miami Gardens

Bocas Grill in Miami Gardens brings Venezuelan comfort food to NW 57th Avenue with a menu built around arepas, tequeños, and parrilla llanera grilled meats. The casual dining room serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, pairing generous portions with a full bar featuring cocktails, beer, and wine.

Families gather here for weekend meals, solo diners stop in for a quick lunch, and regulars return for the kids' menu and coffee program. The space is cozy and unpretentious, with table service, a bar area, and both indoor seating and curbside pickup for those on the go.

Expect dishes like Pabellon Criollo, picanha, cachapas, and a rotating lineup of Venezuelan classics alongside burgers and seafood. Free parking in the lot and on the street makes it an easy stop for South Florida visitors and locals exploring Miami Gardens.

With wheelchair-accessible entrances, restrooms, and seating, it's set up to welcome a wide range of guests for a relaxed, moderately priced meal any day of the week.

Highlights

First-Time Visitor

Local Favorite

Solo Dining

Signature Arepa Llanera

Signature Parrilla Llanera

Wheelchair Accessible

Accessible Restroom

Credit Cards Accepted

Dining Essentials

Dress Code

Casual

Typical Visit

45-75 minutes

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8.9

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Service

10.0

Ambience

8.0

Food Quality

9.0

Value for Money

8.0

Location

7.0

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Buzzing

DaysWeekdays

Times12pm–5pm

Relaxed

DaysWeekdays

TimesOff-peak hours

Reservations are required. A typical dinner runs $15-30 per person. On-site parking is available.

Open Until 9:00 PM

Monday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Tuesday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Wednesday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Thursday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Friday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Saturday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Sunday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Reviews

Guests consistently praise the attentive table service and generous, flavorful Venezuelan dishes, with the arepas and picanha frequently singled out.

ServiceFood QualityAtmosphere

The Experience

Cuisine

Caribbean Peruvian Steakhouse Seafood

Amenities

Wheelchair AccessibleAccessible RestroomCredit Cards AcceptedCozyDeliveryDine-InLot ParkingKids MenuStreet ParkingCurbside PickupTakeoutContactless Payment

Meals

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Perfect For

First-Time Visitor Local Favorite Solo Dining Family Outing Budget-Friendly Family Dinner

Location

16075 NW 57th Ave, Miami Gardens, FL 33014, USA

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bocasgrill.com

+1 (786) 310-2453

Signature Dishes

Arepa Llanera

A traditional Venezuelan arepa filled with shredded beef and cheese.

Parrilla Llanera

A mixed grill platter of Venezuelan-style grilled meats.

Jalea Rice

A seafood-topped fried rice dish.

Simon Bolivar Tostones

Crispy fried green plantains served as an appetizer.

Venezuelan Burger

Picanha

Grilled Brazilian-style top sirloin cap, offered as an add-on to classic dishes.

Cachapa

A sweet corn pancake, a Venezuelan specialty mentioned frequently by guests.

What People Love

Service: Guests repeatedly highlight the servers as attentive, warm, and quick to check in throughout the meal.

Food Quality: Visitors describe the arepas, cachapas, and picanha as fresh and flavorful, with large portions that often leave leftovers.

Atmosphere: Guests describe the dining room as cozy and welcoming, good for both first-time visits and family gatherings.

First Visit Experience: Several guests trying Venezuelan food for the first time say the staff helped guide their order and made the experience enjoyable.

Know Before You Go

Free parking is available in the on-site lot as well as on the street.
Reservations are accepted, but walk-ins are also welcome.
Weekday lunch hours between 12pm and 3pm tend to be the busiest.
A kids' menu and high chairs make this an easy stop for families.

Frequently Asked Questions

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8.9

16075 NW 57th Ave, Miami Gardens, FL 33014, USA

OpenUntil 9:00 PMBusy$$$15-30 per personCaribbean

Generous Venezuelan grill plates and arepas in a casual, family-friendly Miami Gardens setting

Caribbean Family Restaurant$$

About Bocas Grill Miami Gardens

With wheelchair-accessible entrances, restrooms, and seating, it's set up to welcome a wide range of guests for a relaxed, moderately priced meal any day of the week.