★★★★★
Best Mexican food on South Beach. The fish tacos are quality fish and the combination of flavors is really good — and the margaritas are some of the best I've ever had.
Mexican Restaurants · South Beach · Miami
Alma
Mexicana
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The place
Alma Mexicana is a family-owned Mexican restaurant at 1344 Washington Avenue in Miami Beach's Art Deco district, a short walk from Lincoln Road and Ocean Drive. The kitchen prepares traditional Mexican dishes from owner Alma's family recipes, with breakfast served all day. Signature items include double-wrapped fish tacos, al pastor, chilaquiles, and carnitas plates served with rice, beans, guacamole, pico de gallo, and warm corn tortillas. The dining room offers both indoor and outdoor seating, takes reservations through OpenTable, and accepts Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, and Discover. Vegetarian and vegan options, including veggie fajitas, are on the menu. Takeout and delivery are available through Grubhub and Seamless. The restaurant holds a 4.0-star rating on Google with 829 reviews.
Tucked into the Art Deco stretch of Washington Avenue between Lincoln Road and Ocean Drive, Alma Mexicana is the kind of unassuming, family-run spot that South Beach regulars use to escape the tourist-priced megaclubs nearby. Owner Alma cooks from her own family recipes, and the room — small, casual, with a sidewalk patio — feels closer to a Mexico City fonda than a Collins Avenue dining room.
The fish tacos are the headline order: breaded tilapia, shredded cabbage, salsa, and a swipe of mayo, double-wrapped in soft corn tortillas. Beyond that, regulars point to the al pastor, chilaquiles, carnitas plates, and the breakfast burritos (available all day). Veggie fajitas and a small vegan section keep non-meat eaters happy, and the margaritas come up again and again in reviews.
Reservations are accepted through OpenTable and recommended on weekends. The restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating, takeout and delivery through Grubhub and Seamless, and accepts all major credit cards. There is no dedicated lot — most guests use street parking on Washington Ave or one of the municipal garages a few blocks away.
Family-owned, Latino-owned
Authentic family-recipe Mexican
Fish tacos are the signature dish
All-day breakfast menu
What to expect
A small, family-run Mexican kitchen in the heart of South Beach's Art Deco district. Expect generous, double-wrapped tacos, all-day breakfast, fresh margaritas, and casual indoor/outdoor seating. Reservations on OpenTable; takeout and delivery via Grubhub and Seamless.
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What people are saying
★★★★★
Family-owned and operated, laid-back and friendly. Authentic Mexican prepared by Alma herself — giant double-wrapped tacos, reasonable prices, and a great variety of salsas.
★★★★★
A great find for beachgoers craving a real burrito. The al pastor and chilaquiles were standouts and the service was warm and quick.
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Frequently asked
Does Alma Mexicana take reservations?
Yes — Alma Mexicana accepts reservations through OpenTable. Reservations are recommended on weekends and during Miami Beach high season.
Where do I park near Alma Mexicana?
There is no dedicated parking lot. Most diners use metered street parking on Washington Avenue or one of the City of Miami Beach municipal garages within a few blocks, including the 13th Street and 17th Street garages.
What are the most popular dishes at Alma Mexicana?
The most-praised dishes are the double-wrapped fish tacos, tacos al pastor, chilaquiles, carnitas plate, and the house margaritas. The all-day breakfast — especially the breakfast burrito and huevos a la Mexicana — is also a regular favorite.
What are Alma Mexicana's hours?
Alma Mexicana is open daily from 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM (midnight). The full breakfast menu is available throughout the day.
Does Alma Mexicana offer takeout or delivery?
Yes. Takeout is available directly from the restaurant, and delivery is offered through Grubhub and Seamless. The restaurant accepts AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, and Visa.
Does Alma Mexicana have outdoor seating, and is it kid- and vegetarian-friendly?
Yes. Alma Mexicana has both indoor and sidewalk patio seating on Washington Avenue, welcomes families and children, and offers a clearly marked vegetarian and vegan section including veggie fajitas. The dress code is casual.
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