What type of cuisine does Esquina Mexicana serve?

Esquina Mexicana serves modern Mexican food including birria tacos, mahi mahi tacos, ceviche, molcajete, and margaritas, with a menu that blends traditional flavors with a contemporary South Beach style.

Does Esquina Mexicana take reservations?

Yes, Esquina Mexicana accepts reservations through OpenTable, Resy, and Yelp, or by calling the restaurant directly.

What are Esquina Mexicana's hours?

Esquina Mexicana is open daily from 11am, closing at 11:45pm Sunday through Thursday and 12:45am on Friday and Saturday.

Is there parking at Esquina Mexicana?

Esquina Mexicana offers paid street parking and a paid parking lot nearby, along with valet parking.

Does Esquina Mexicana have outdoor seating?

Yes, Esquina Mexicana offers outdoor seating on Washington Avenue, popular for people-watching in South Beach.

Where is Esquina Mexicana located?

Esquina Mexicana is located at 1361 Washington Ave in the Flamingo/Lummus area of Miami Beach.

Is Esquina Mexicana kid-friendly?

Yes, Esquina Mexicana offers a kids' menu, high chairs, and a family-friendly atmosphere.

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8.5

1361 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA

OpenUntil 11:45 PM$$$20-45 per personMexican

Modern Mexican tacos and margaritas on Washington Avenue in South Beach

Mexican Casual Dining$$South Beach

About Esquina Mexicana

Esquina Mexicana brings a modern take on Mexican cuisine to Washington Avenue in South Beach, serving birria tacos, mahi mahi tacos, ceviche, and molcajete alongside a lineup of margaritas and mojitos that keep the bar busy late into the night. The dining room and sidewalk seating draw a steady mix of locals grabbing lunch and visitors stopping in during a night out on Miami Beach, with a casual, trendy energy that picks up considerably after 7pm on weekends.

Guests can expect counter and table service, a full bar, vegan and vegetarian options, and a kids' menu that makes it workable for family dinners as well as late-night tacos with friends. Dishes run from $16 small plates like elote to $85 seafood molcajete, putting the typical meal in the upscale-casual range.

Dog-friendly patio seating, Wi-Fi, and wheelchair-accessible entrances and restrooms round out a spot built for walk-ins and groups alike, though reservations through OpenTable or Resy are worth booking ahead for weekend dinner.

Highlights

Group Celebrations

First-Time Visitor

Local Favorite

Signature Birria Tacos

Signature Molcajete

Reservations Recommended

Lively

Wheelchair Accessible

Dining Essentials

Dress Code

Casual

Typical Visit

45-75 minutes

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Service

9.0

Ambience

8.0

Food Quality

9.0

Value for Money

6.0

Location

8.0

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Buzzing

DaysSaturday and Sunday

TimesPeak hours

Relaxed

DaysWeekdays

TimesOff-peak hours

Reservations are recommended. Weekday afternoons, especially Wednesday and Thursday before 5pm, are the quietest windows for a relaxed meal. They offer a happy hour. Ask about current specials. A typical dinner runs $20-45 per person. Valet parking is available.

Open Until 11:45 PM

Monday11:00 AM – 11:45 PM

Tuesday11:00 AM – 11:45 PM

Wednesday11:00 AM – 11:45 PM

Thursday11:00 AM – 11:45 PM

Friday11:00 AM – 12:45 AM

Saturday11:00 AM – 12:45 AM

Sunday11:00 AM – 11:45 PM

Reviews

Guests consistently praise the food and the attentive service from the restaurant's servers, with many calling out specific dishes like birria tacos and margaritas as standouts; an automatic service charge on the bill is worth noting before visiting.

Food QualityServiceCocktails

The Experience

Cuisine

Mexican Seafood

Amenities

Reservations RecommendedLivelyWheelchair AccessibleTrendyPet-FriendlyPatioAccessible RestroomCredit Cards AcceptedVegan OptionsDeliveryDog-Friendly PatioDine-In

Meals

Lunch Dinner Happy Hour Late Night

Perfect For

Group Celebrations First-Time Visitor Local Favorite Solo Dining Late Night Eats Tourist Must-Visit Family Dinner

Location South Beach

1361 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA

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Signature Dishes

Birria Tacos

$30

Slow-braised beef tacos served with consomme for dipping, one of the most mentioned dishes by guests.

Molcajete

$55

A traditional stone mortar dish loaded with grilled meats and salsa, served sizzling.

Seafood Molcajete

$85

A seafood version of the molcajete, served in a hot stone mortar.

Mahi Mahi Tacos

Grilled mahi mahi tacos frequently praised by guests for their fresh flavor.

Shrimp Ceviche

$23

Fresh shrimp ceviche with a bright, lemony flavor.

Ribeye Tacos

$30

Grilled ribeye steak tacos, a popular menu highlight.

Elotes

$16

Grilled Mexican street corn.

Tacos al Pastor

$22

Marinated pork tacos in the classic al pastor style.

What People Love

Food Quality: Guests frequently highlight the birria tacos, mahi mahi tacos, and shrimp ceviche as fresh and full of authentic flavor.

Service: Visitors repeatedly describe the servers as attentive, friendly, and quick to offer menu recommendations.

Cocktails: Margaritas and mojitos come up often as strong, well-made, and a highlight of the visit.

Atmosphere: Guests describe the setting as lively and welcoming, with several mentioning it feels like an authentic slice of Mexican culture on South Beach.

Know Before You Go

A 20% automatic service charge is applied to the bill, noted on the menu but not always mentioned verbally, so check your receipt before tipping.
Reservations can be made through OpenTable, Resy, or Yelp, though walk-ins are also welcome.
Weekend evenings after 8pm draw the biggest crowds; weekday afternoons are quieter.
Outdoor patio seating is dog-friendly and popular for people-watching on Washington Avenue.

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Esquina Mexicana

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8.5

1361 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA

OpenUntil 11:45 PM$$$20-45 per personMexican

Modern Mexican tacos and margaritas on Washington Avenue in South Beach

Mexican Casual Dining$$South Beach