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CAJA CALIENTE TRUCK

★★★★★ 4.5 · 120 reseñas

Nestled in the heart of Miami at 1101 NW 23rd St, CAJA CALIENTE TRUCK offers an authentic taste of Latin flavors with a modern twist. Our vibrant menu is inspired by the rich culinary traditions of our homeland, carefully curated to bring you dishes that are both familiar and exc...

CAJA CALIENTE TRUCK

Restaurant · Miami

Savor Latin flavors in Miami's heart

4.5 · 758 ressenyes Google

Horari de CAJA CALIENTE TRUCK

Dilluns 12:00–23:00
Dimarts 12:00–23:00
Dimecres 12:00–23:00
Dijous 12:00–23:00
Divendres 12:00–23:30
Dissabte 12:00–23:30
Diumenge 12:00–22:00

Sobre CAJA CALIENTE TRUCK

Nestled in the heart of Miami at 1101 NW 23rd St, CAJA CALIENTE TRUCK offers an authentic taste of Latin flavors with a modern twist. Our vibrant menu is inspired by the rich culinary traditions of our homeland, carefully curated to bring you dishes that are both familiar and excitingly new. With a...

Nestled in the heart of Miami at 1101 NW 23rd St, CAJA CALIENTE TRUCK offers an authentic taste of Latin flavors with a modern twist. Our vibrant menu is inspired by the rich culinary traditions of our homeland, carefully curated to bring you dishes that are both familiar and excitingly new. With a rating of 4.5/5 based on 758 reviews, we take pride in crafting every dish with passion and precision. Whether you're seeking a casual bite or a full dining experience, we provide various options to suit your taste. Come by and let our warm and inviting atmosphere transport you to the streets of our cities, where every plate tells a story and every sip is a celebration.

Què diuen els clients de CAJA CALIENTE TRUCK

Caja Caliente Truck is a popular spot in Miami for flavorful tacos with a Cuban twist. Customers rave about the Tuna Poke and Mahi Mahi tacos, as well as the vibrant atmosphere and friendly service. Some find the prices a bit high for tacos.

Plats populars

Tuna Poke Taco (3) Mahi Mahi shrimp tacos lechón tacos steak tacos Pulpo Mahi mahi empanada yuca chips

Ideal per a

Grups Turistes Informal Ràpid Nocturn

Tip: Look for the pink sign! It's a food truck with a lot of comfy seating. Great for a quick, affordable bite while hanging out.

Què veure a prop

Highland Park
A 727m

Highland Park

parque

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North Bay Vista Park
A 961m

North Bay Vista Park

parque

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Explora els voltants de CAJA CALIENTE TRUCK

CAJA CALIENTE TRUCK es troba a Miami, envoltat de llocs d'interès cultural i històric. Aquests són alguns dels punts més destacats als voltants.

Parcs i Jardins

  • Highland Park (A 727m) — park in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States of America
  • North Bay Vista Park (A 961m) — park in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States of America

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Preguntes freqüents sobre CAJA CALIENTE TRUCK

CAJA CALIENTE TRUCK es troba a 1101 NW 23rd St, Miami, FL 33127, Miami.
A prop de CAJA CALIENTE TRUCK es troben llocs d'interès com Highland Park, North Bay Vista Park.
CAJA CALIENTE TRUCK ofereix cuina restaurant.
CAJA CALIENTE TRUCK té horari d'atenció. Consulta el perfil per horaris actualitzats.
Els plats més recomanats a CAJA CALIENTE TRUCK segons les opinions dels clients són: Tuna Poke Taco, Mahi Mahi, shrimp tacos, lechón tacos, steak tacos.
CAJA CALIENTE TRUCK és ideal per a grups, turistes, informal, menjar ràpid, nocturn.
Caja Caliente Truck is a popular spot in Miami for flavorful tacos with a Cuban twist. Customers rave about the Tuna Poke and Mahi Mahi tacos, as well as the vibrant atmosphere and friendly service. Some find the prices a bit high for tacos.
Look for the pink sign! It's a food truck with a lot of comfy seating. Great for a quick, affordable bite while hanging out.
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Opinions de CAJA CALIENTE TRUCK Miami

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Danny Reyes

4.5 stars. A colleague and I visited Caja Caliente for lunch on a weekday. It's essentially a Cuban-inspired taco food truck with infrastructure built around it, creating a large covered outdoor dining area with plenty of seating and areas to relax. The vibe is a mix of Cuban, Caribbean, and hippy, and it blends well. I started with the blue crab croquettes, which were nostalgic for me as I grew up eating them. They were not the best I've ever had but were very good and enjoyable with a squirt of lime, hot sauce, and dipped in their cilantro-garlic sauce. I had the taco special which were two tacos for $6 with your choice of Cuban style pork or chicken. I went with the pork and they came fully loaded with the usual toppings. The tacos were tasty and the pork flavorful. Service was attentive and friendly. Overall, a great value for a no frills lunch for two at $20. I will definitely return and recommend to others.

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Sonali Shetty

A hole in the wall! Small little place , it’s actually a food truck stationed with lot of comfy seating. The food was so good! Ordered yuca chips, mahi mahi tacos and shrimp tacos were to the point! Also had a spanish flan for dessert. It was pretty good. Recommend this place if you are exploring Wynwood.

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Michael Edwards

Eat here. Some of the tastiest food in Miami. They started from a food truck and are now expanding. The staff are friendly and the place moves from relaxed during the day to lively at night. If you think the prices are a little higher than the average taco place, then consider that you’re getting twice as much food. It’s actually good value. My only suggestion, they could do with a better selection of beer. Plenty of local craft brewers to choose from.

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Jewell Love

Very flavorful and authentic tacos! Also, super cute and cozy at night. Very intimate. The steak and shrimp tacos are bomb. If you're super hungry get 2, but 1 will suffice! Also, this place is a taco truck not a restaurant. Look for pink sign!

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Katie Wu

Taco taco taco mania! Tuna Poke Taco, what a great idea. Taste so good and fresh! Pulpo, grill octopus was pretty good too. Ah... why can't I just live here instead of NY! (FYI,Mahi mahi empanada was ok only)

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Abraham Rodriguez

This food smacked, it was so good (only thing, they didn’t have gator available) but it was still incredible. They were pretty quick with service and the ladies working there were cute so win-win. Tuna Poke and Mahi Mahi were delicious!

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DJ Ware

Why don't I live as close as possible to this place? I would literally eat here every day of my life if it was possible. Hands down THE BEST TACOS i've ever had and this location is so cool to hang out in. Don't skip this and try something new!

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Keisha H

These tacos were so delicious and full of flavor! The wait wasn’t too long and the area has outdoor seating that is shaded. Right in the design district. Make sure to stop by if you are visiting Miami!

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Alex Alvarez

Amazing!! Everything we tried was phenomenal. All the protein was seasoned so well and everything came out super fast. Loved everything!

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Grayson Boone

Great food. Definitely enjoyed the tacos! Nice atmosphere too. It's a good place to get a quick affordable bite while sitting on the couch and hanging out. Good location too since it's within walking distance of other places in Wynwood. Will be back!

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Noms with Mel

LISTEN, whoever can relate tacos to only Mexican food has NOT tried this place and honestly they're MISSING OUT! Yes I'm screaming because this place is amazinggggg! Funny thing is was hubby and I stumbled across this place by accident due to their beautifully colored decor! (If you read some of my reviews, you know my love for art & color!) and let me tell you, it's beyond amazing! They're Cuban tacos & they have so muchhhh flavor it'll leave your tastebuds speechless! And where else can you get croquetas, empanadas & tacos?! Don't worry, I'll wait! We opted to try all kinds of things and I'm honestly surprised I didn't order 1 of everything on the menu, but don't fret, I will be back to finish off my tastings soon! lol We had the lechon taco, chicken taco, vacations frita taco, shrimp empanada & crab croqueta. EVERYTHING was phenomenal. Every+Single+Thing. The shrimp empanada tasted like shrimp enchilado in an empanada and I was ALL for it! The tacos were scrumptious with their sauces! The croqueta oh my god, I'm not even a crab fan UNTIL NOW! lol Great Great Great and I cannot describe how great it is! (Yes I will repeat the word great until you get it! lol) Had of course the Cuban classic sodas like Ironbeer cuz why not?! and everything was just amazing! Think of it like Mexican food made with Cuban parts! The ambiance is amazing, it's a food truck with beautiful outdoor seating and decor! Everything is so colorful and mismatched yet coordinated all at the same time! The staff is AMAZING and so helpful, you'll feel like family! I enjoyed every bit of my experience here! Yes it is outdoors but there are fans and I didn't feel extra hot or anything. Although with the amazing food, I doubt you'll even notice. This is a MUST try on your food list! Be there or be square!

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Mitch

This place is a small little hidden gem. One of my friends brought me here and we ordered some tacos. The food was amazing, from taste to presentation. They also have other items besides tacos there.

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Lady Bug

After work, I needed to find something to eat, It was yesterday night, I decided to go out and enjoy the cold weather, but I also had in mind to eat, eat something!!!! No to far from home I checked out this small and cozy place and decided to give it a try, why not tacos, yeiiiii, something easy and fast to order; I hate big restaurants where you have to wait to be seated lol! My first impresion was, well it s clean, organized, quiet with nice music, no to crowded most orders are to go! I check the menu and ordered a steak taco, I though, well it will be the same tacos anywhere else, price USD8.00 per taco; the girl told me that one will be enough, I asked are they big enough? she said if you still hungry, order another one; she said also that the taco comes with avocado my favorite, so I imagine well it will be a big taco, okey so I ordered. The flour tortilla Steak Taco, was regular size, but to small for my stomach 😉 To make the story long, short I ended up esting 2 delicious tacos, full of flavors, great steak and really fresh cilantro and lemon, I asked extra cilantro on both tacos. I gave 5 stars cause kitchen looks clean, the boy cooking was neat, and the service was amazing! So if it happens you are near this place, give it a try, it s totally worth it. Pict. so you can see how they look; ah please ask for the flan it s to dye for! Blessings,

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Catalina Hart Hidalgo

Great spot for tacos! Food is delicious, prices are reasonable, and the ambiance is super chill. The service is quick and friendly.

Danny Reyes
Danny Reyes

4.5 stars. A colleague and I visited Caja Caliente for lunch on a weekday. It's essentially a Cuban-inspired taco food truck with infrastructure built around it, creating a large covered outdoor dining area with plenty of seating and areas to relax. The vibe is a mix of Cuban, Caribbean, and hippy, and it blends well. I started with the blue crab croquettes, which were nostalgic for me as I grew up eating them. They were not the best I've ever had but were very good and enjoyable with a squirt of lime, hot sauce, and dipped in their cilantro-garlic sauce. I had the taco special which were two tacos for $6 with your choice of Cuban style pork or chicken. I went with the pork and they came fully loaded with the usual toppings. The tacos were tasty and the pork flavorful. Service was attentive and friendly. Overall, a great value for a no frills lunch for two at $20. I will definitely return and recommend to others.

Sonali Shetty
Sonali Shetty

A hole in the wall! Small little place , it’s actually a food truck stationed with lot of comfy seating. The food was so good! Ordered yuca chips, mahi mahi tacos and shrimp tacos were to the point! Also had a spanish flan for dessert. It was pretty good. Recommend this place if you are exploring Wynwood.

Michael Edwards
Michael Edwards

Eat here. Some of the tastiest food in Miami. They started from a food truck and are now expanding. The staff are friendly and the place moves from relaxed during the day to lively at night. If you think the prices are a little higher than the average taco place, then consider that you’re getting twice as much food. It’s actually good value. My only suggestion, they could do with a better selection of beer. Plenty of local craft brewers to choose from.

Jewell Love
Jewell Love

Very flavorful and authentic tacos! Also, super cute and cozy at night. Very intimate. The steak and shrimp tacos are bomb. If you're super hungry get 2, but 1 will suffice! Also, this place is a taco truck not a restaurant. Look for pink sign!

Katie Wu
Katie Wu

Taco taco taco mania! Tuna Poke Taco, what a great idea. Taste so good and fresh! Pulpo, grill octopus was pretty good too. Ah... why can't I just live here instead of NY! (FYI,Mahi mahi empanada was ok only)

Abraham Rodriguez
Abraham Rodriguez

This food smacked, it was so good (only thing, they didn’t have gator available) but it was still incredible. They were pretty quick with service and the ladies working there were cute so win-win. Tuna Poke and Mahi Mahi were delicious!

DJ Ware
DJ Ware

Why don't I live as close as possible to this place? I would literally eat here every day of my life if it was possible. Hands down THE BEST TACOS i've ever had and this location is so cool to hang out in. Don't skip this and try something new!

Keisha H
Keisha H

These tacos were so delicious and full of flavor! The wait wasn’t too long and the area has outdoor seating that is shaded. Right in the design district. Make sure to stop by if you are visiting Miami!

Alex Alvarez
Alex Alvarez

Amazing!! Everything we tried was phenomenal. All the protein was seasoned so well and everything came out super fast. Loved everything!

Grayson Boone
Grayson Boone

Great food. Definitely enjoyed the tacos! Nice atmosphere too. It's a good place to get a quick affordable bite while sitting on the couch and hanging out. Good location too since it's within walking distance of other places in Wynwood. Will be back!

Noms with Mel
Noms with Mel

LISTEN, whoever can relate tacos to only Mexican food has NOT tried this place and honestly they're MISSING OUT! Yes I'm screaming because this place is amazinggggg! Funny thing is was hubby and I stumbled across this place by accident due to their beautifully colored decor! (If you read some of my reviews, you know my love for art & color!) and let me tell you, it's beyond amazing! They're Cuban tacos & they have so muchhhh flavor it'll leave your tastebuds speechless! And where else can you get croquetas, empanadas & tacos?! Don't worry, I'll wait! We opted to try all kinds of things and I'm honestly surprised I didn't order 1 of everything on the menu, but don't fret, I will be back to finish off my tastings soon! lol We had the lechon taco, chicken taco, vacations frita taco, shrimp empanada & crab croqueta. EVERYTHING was phenomenal. Every+Single+Thing. The shrimp empanada tasted like shrimp enchilado in an empanada and I was ALL for it! The tacos were scrumptious with their sauces! The croqueta oh my god, I'm not even a crab fan UNTIL NOW! lol Great Great Great and I cannot describe how great it is! (Yes I will repeat the word great until you get it! lol) Had of course the Cuban classic sodas like Ironbeer cuz why not?! and everything was just amazing! Think of it like Mexican food made with Cuban parts! The ambiance is amazing, it's a food truck with beautiful outdoor seating and decor! Everything is so colorful and mismatched yet coordinated all at the same time! The staff is AMAZING and so helpful, you'll feel like family! I enjoyed every bit of my experience here! Yes it is outdoors but there are fans and I didn't feel extra hot or anything. Although with the amazing food, I doubt you'll even notice. This is a MUST try on your food list! Be there or be square!

Mitch
Mitch

This place is a small little hidden gem. One of my friends brought me here and we ordered some tacos. The food was amazing, from taste to presentation. They also have other items besides tacos there.

Lady Bug
Lady Bug

After work, I needed to find something to eat, It was yesterday night, I decided to go out and enjoy the cold weather, but I also had in mind to eat, eat something!!!! No to far from home I checked out this small and cozy place and decided to give it a try, why not tacos, yeiiiii, something easy and fast to order; I hate big restaurants where you have to wait to be seated lol! My first impresion was, well it s clean, organized, quiet with nice music, no to crowded most orders are to go! I check the menu and ordered a steak taco, I though, well it will be the same tacos anywhere else, price USD8.00 per taco; the girl told me that one will be enough, I asked are they big enough? she said if you still hungry, order another one; she said also that the taco comes with avocado my favorite, so I imagine well it will be a big taco, okey so I ordered. The flour tortilla Steak Taco, was regular size, but to small for my stomach 😉 To make the story long, short I ended up esting 2 delicious tacos, full of flavors, great steak and really fresh cilantro and lemon, I asked extra cilantro on both tacos. I gave 5 stars cause kitchen looks clean, the boy cooking was neat, and the service was amazing! So if it happens you are near this place, give it a try, it s totally worth it. Pict. so you can see how they look; ah please ask for the flan it s to dye for! Blessings,

Catalina Hart Hidalgo
Catalina Hart Hidalgo

Great spot for tacos! Food is delicious, prices are reasonable, and the ambiance is super chill. The service is quick and friendly.

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Mohamed Ally

The food is delicious and affordable. The place is very cute, cozy, and comfortable and is outdoor. Staff is friendly and food is always fresh. The only thing that I must say is that I wish they had more parking (small lot). But they are worth parking at a distance and walking to. My wallet and stomach was both very happy!

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Judy Sun

This place has the best tacos in town. I had the octopus taco and I love it. It was full of flavor and fresh. I also tried the Mahi taco and it was good too. the way they combine the diferent conbinations is exelent. The tacos are a little small but full of flavors. They have a really good sauce too. I came here from far to order a tamale house dish that was on YouTube. To my disappointment they did not have it today. So if you saw the same add I saw call ahead to make sure its available. This place they cook is like a food truck but with a big nice open sitting area. It is nicely decorated. There is a small parking lot here too and no available bathroom.

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Pilar Reyes

Unexpectedly ended up here while doing Taco Tuesday. The setting is soo cute and unique and their Cuban style tacos are very good. I like the vaca frita one. I really like their beach home theme. I’ve eaten there twice already

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Shovon Mustafa

Great food and nice little "Instagram-y" spot. Very much has an aesthetic to it that you can't match much elsewhere. Very small and out of the way, the very definition of "hole in the wall". It's basically a food truck with a seating area, if you can imagine that. Prices are a little high considering portion sizes (or maybe I'm just a fatty!) so consider that going. Two tacos (each flavor comes with two tacos) and drinks cost around $30.

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Diana Arana

Great place, nice atmosphere, and delicious Mexican food.

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Ishna

Yes yes yes! Tacos were fantastic - Filling, full of flavor, and great price. One was enough for me but shared a second one with someone. The decor is also unique. Loved everything about this place.

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kimberly rivera

Randomly stumbled into this place while going to midtown garden center— amazing tacos! At first I was put off by the price for one taco, but they are packed (!!) with meat and fillings and definitely worth it! Definitely deserve the high rating!

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Anthony Guerriero

Wow - absolutely floored. We were visiting and went fishing and found this place on a whim - man were we glad we did! Being from out of town and being a picky restaurant guy, I was skeptical when we saw it and it was kind of empty but then the scents of the food started hitting us and WOAH. Amazing smelling food was getting made and our mouths literally watered. Once we actually got our food it didnt last long - everything was super fresh and all the flavors just meshed together for one of the best steak tacos followed by one of the best pulled pork tacos I have ever had in my life.

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Jag Gill

Visited for a light dinner after reading reviews and I can say I was very pleased that we did. Ordered 3 tacos between the 2 of us and we wished we had ordered more after tasting them! We went for the pollo, shrimp and the mahi mahi. Would have loved another shrimp. Food took 20 mins to come out but that was only because they were busy. Staff were very polite even when rushed off their feet!

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Renee W

This restaurant is phenomenal! Deliciously unique flavors and anticipatory service. It is rare to find a restaurant with both extraordinary service and food, but Caja Caliente does it all so well. Hats off to the restaurant owner Mika, and the restaurant supervisor (our awesome server) Claudia!

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Evelyn Valdes

As a born and raised miami native. I am here to say that they seriously have the greatest taco in all miami. So fresh, portions are amazing, pricing is amazing, vibe is very laid back and breezy, nothing but good things to say. Date night essential and then you walk over to the ice cream shop next door and have desert. (Thank me later) 〰️

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Legendary Pip

Environment is pretty chill, this was my first time coming here but I came twice in one day. Tons of fans outside and plenty of different seating choices, including a nice tiki bar for night time. I highly recommend the steak tacos to start out with! (P.s. they do not have crunchy tacos 😞)

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Jessica L

OMG. These tacos. Let me tell you. We came down for a short vacation to Miami and we must of eaten at this place 4 times. The tacos are delicious, the LECHON tacos....yum...BEYOND yum! The chicken, and shrimp tacos are so so good. Its got a great atmosphere, a great vibe and very courteous people working there. If you are in Wynwood, you MUST stop by. We cant wait to come back!

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Jane Russell

So great. We sat in the shade and had a great lunch of 2 chicken tacos for $6! The food was great, really tasty. Lovely ambiance! So glad places like this exist still.

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David Alvarez

This place has amazing food! loved their modern takes on traditional cuban food like the Tamal con lechón. Other non cuban specialties like the poke tuna or shrimp tacos are also delicious. Go support them so they can keep up the great food!!! Yes I was lazy and left this same review at Yelp :)

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Augusto Hernandez

A very nice and different spot in Miami/Wynwood. The food is both inexpensive and delicious. Go for the pork, tuna and/or steak tacos. Each taco is overstuffed and delicious. Great food inexpensive and very tasty! All the tacos are great but I recommend lechon and also vaca frita!

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Steven Miller

Hidden from the street is a wonderful outdoor space with a lot of authentic charm. The menu may be small but the food was amazing! Highly recommend the poke tuna and octopus tacos.

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Daniela Baquerizo

I am obsessed with this place. I’ve been coming here since they opened a few years back, and it just keeps getting better and better! My absolute favorite is the pan con lechon, which I have on my weekly rotation. On taco tuesdays I get two (for dinner and next day breakfast 😍🙈). Love the people that work here and the environment. You will always see either the chef or her mom hanging out, making sure everything is going smoothly. Music is always latin and fun and the hot sauce bar is amazing! PRO TIP: make sure to order some extra pico! They make it daily fresh!!

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matteo rumi

Best Tacos in Miami and in all Florida. Very good and cool place near Wynwood. Love it

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Mari Moreshead

Sat on the picnic tables, admired the bocce ball court, sipped ice cold jarritos and ate some simple and perfect tacos. Truly great and reasonably priced.

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Juvenal Barreto

The BEST restaurant in The Shops Of Pembroke !

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Angel A. Acevedo

These guys are our neighbors. We love walking up to the truck and ordering the famous Pan con Lechón Complicado. De.Li.Ci.Ous.

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Hubert Pugzlys

This place from a quick glance might not look like much but once your inside the atmosphere is amazing and don’t even get me started in the food ( but for the purpose of this review I must get into the food ) we had the octopus, pork, steak, and chicken tacos (one of each) and they were all really amazing. They were a little bit pricey in the 5 - 8 dollars per taco range. However the portions are fairly big with copious amounts of filling so I’m not complaining. On the menu they even state that one taco satisfies you while two will make you full and I agree with that statement. Overall a great place to stop bye in Miami.

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Dorianna Phillips

Come hungry and leave with a belly full of delicious, fresh, and made with love food. Soo good!

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Richard Denney (Rich)

The shrimp taco was outstanding. Just a great meal and atmosphere for lunch.

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Sunflower

Our son was down from college so we walked over to check this place out. He is a VERY picky eater- actually he has never told me he likes anything. Well, he LOVED the tacos so much that he had me order another one and said they were the best tacos he has ever had. He ordered the steak and I had the chicken which was just as awesome. Look forward to being a regular once we move to the area in a couple of months!

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Ryan Varjas

The tacos were amazing, and great prices ($6-$8) each. One taco is a solid snack, two tacos, I was full. They are NOT like those mini sized tacos that are so prevalent in NYC (for the same price). Definitely recommend for lunch or casual dinner. *There was no alcohol served when I was there noon on a Tuesday. Not sure if this is different in evenings or weekends though.

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Santiago Yori Restrepo

Easily the best tacos I’ve ever had. The place has a really great vibe, great decor, great music, and great food. Menu had both meat and seafood options, prices at first appeared higher than usual, but were well worth it given the portion size and the quality of the food!

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Justin Schwartz

This is where you go for tacos. Went during a mid-February downpour. While the rain teemed down around us, the tacos lifted us up from the inside. Like delicious taco puppets. Atmosphere: was empty because of the rain but it had this laid back vibe to it. I don't think there's an indoor area, but the outdoor seating is all you need. Food: tacos. Do I need to elaborate? The meats are all succulent and flavored really well. The tortillas taste fresh. Jarritos mango pairs nicely with them. Service: not much to it, but doesn't need to be. Easy and without a hitch Price: reasonable Recommend? Yes

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Gabrielle Petroka

Incredible little spot. Nice vibes, great fast service, and STACKED meaty items. It's nice when you can get full from two tacos versus going to places where they give you such tiny servings that you need to order a ton to be full. Great value and the food was SO delicious and fresh. I will be coming back, often!

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Elias Da Hora Jr.

I’d been living in Miami for 25 years And finally tasted the best tacos I’ve ever tasted in my life . Unfortunately I moved out of state. I literally had a dream last night about these tacos, I miss Miami foods especially Caja Caliente! Just finished reading the “bad” reviews “ and I love the owner’s response to them. The owners of Caja Caliente know their food is great because they are passionate about it and you can see it through their food. I love Caja Calente and I tell everyone that have plans to visit Miami to stop by at this place, you will not be disappointed!!

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Isaac Parra

Great street taco restaurant! I was recommended the lechona tacos (pulled pork) and I couldn't have been more satisfied. Very well made with crispy ends and prepared along with a great handmade flour tortilla. The place allows for small groups to sit down and eat, and overall great customer service!

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Ester Nunes

Love this place! The tacos are amazing and huge. Normally I’d say it’s a bit expensive, but with how much filling each taco has (I have to eat some of the filling with a fork, first) it’s worth it. The location is great - close to wynwood but not at the center of it -, there is parking around it, and the vibes are awesome. Great place for a small get together, birthday party or goodbye party

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DAVID ELLIS

Cool spot for some great tasting Tacos. They cost $8/each, so be prepared to spend some extra cash, but worth it. The vibe is cool and the staff is very nice. 1 of my favorite little spots to come for some great food & chill.

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Jusny Mackenson Louis-Jean

In love with this place and the design, it’s really beautiful. The food is so delicious and the people are nice

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Mateus Dos Santos

Amazing food ! Great environment and vibe. The steak taco is out of this world!

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ryan

fun evening vibe with music and lively atmosphere. very interesting take on tacos. don't let the price of a single taco scare you off, they're filled with meat and they try to make it worth the price. It's really more of an opened burrito with how much filling you get. solid spot.

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Marcus Fischer

Been here during our vacation trip. We tried many different taco places in Miami but this was outstanding. I had steak, squid and chicken and all of them tasted amazing. Afterwards I tried the pulled pork burger which i also highly recommend!!

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jessica rivero

Love this place! So far the best place to get tacos. Good and friendly atmosphere, you feel like you're family and that you're just hanging in their backyard. Definitely try one of everything if you can, it's all delicious! 🤘🔥🌮🌮❤😍

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Billy Z

An unexpected and charming spot that feels unlike anything else in Miami. The food is both inexpensive and delicious. Go for the pork, tuna and/or steak tacos. Each taco is overstuffed with fresh and tasty fixins. I just wish they were able to serve beer and or margaritas.

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Rachel “Bunny” Palacio

These r the best tacos in all of Miami! Hands down... Not a fan of the spicy mayo, however, it's never a problem to order tacos without it. Relaxed atmosphere, friendly & clean staff, all located in the heart of Miami's Midtown/Wymwood area.

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John S

Been eyeing this place since Texas...vacationed in South beach and crosed the bridge to try this place. Ok, we have had lots of great food here and in key west, with that said.....Stop try the octopus tacos, the poke bowl, and the tamal. So unique in flavor and will keep you smiling for your entire visit. Will stop by again today for seconds!!! Poke tuna bowl is crazyyy good and so filling. Tacos de Lechon, tasty, tangy, and delicious...

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Rafael “Pretty Honest Reviews” Restrepo

Great ambiance, flavorful food. You only need 1 taco to feel satisfied, 2 to feel full.

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Gil Marcondes

Great laid-back place to have your Cuban tacos. Everyone is very nice and the food is great.

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Thomas Hayes

This was my first time trying Cuban food and the food was amazing! Very Authentic and I would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone who just love good food.

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Blast Blast

Super tasty food at really fair prices. I brought friends from San Diego here after a trip to Wynwood Walls and we all opted for the vaca frita. Highly recommend!

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Ana Maria

I had the poke taco and the lechón taco. They where awesome!!!!! I loved the place. The music is nice too.

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Pakito Bentz-Gomez

The place feels very “Homie” with all the chairs and plants. It’s a very relaxing place. The food is awesome! But I must say the only thing is parking.... I wish they had more spaces. Regardless. Super awesome place to go have some flavorful food.

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Heather D

Absolutely amazing tacos. We were blown away. 👍🌮

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Maria Fernanda Alvarez

3 Words: Tamal con Lechon. MUST TRY DISH. IT IS TO DIE FOR. Caja is one of the relatively new hot spots in Wynwood area and now also located in the Gables area. This place is very casual, trendy and perfect place to dine a with friends post beach or on a nice afternoon.They do not sell liquor nor beer, however. Their tacos are delicious and generous in size. Staff is always very friendly and attentive. The music they play is always enjoyable... This is one of my ultimate places to eat at whenever I am around the area!

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Leland Sandberg

The steak taco is amazing. Great vibe and plenty of seating. Love this place!

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Carlos Madriz Cercone

I went to this amazing place with my Dad. He had the Lupita's Pan con Lechon and added egg, and I had the Chicken Bowl. I was blown away at the fresh lemon taste my Bowl had. I recommend it

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Anddy Moas

Don't judge this book by its cover! Small menu but everything is amazing, relaxing atmosphere and reasonable prices. Must try

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Ali Luaces

The pictures don't do justice for how AMAZING this cuban tamale with egg ontop was, forsure coming back to try the tacos!

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M D

Great price for great food!! The atmosphere was great and very cute. They had lights everywhere and it was a pleasant night! Also seemed very dog friendly.

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Tyler Van Arsdale

Amazing, full tacos. Two and you’re fed. They are quite delicious!

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Dayi

Super cool, quaint spot. The food was AMAZING! I had 1 pollo taco & 1 lechon taco, hubby had pan con vaca frita. Delicious flavor!!!!

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Erika Cooper

Holy cow! We stumbled on this gem while making our way to the nearby Midtown Garden Center and it was totally a treat! Homemade empanadas and a nice, diverse menu of big, fresh tacos (I highly recommend the Tuna Poke taco!). They have fun fizzy non-alcoholic beverages and lovely seating areas for parties of various sizes. They also have a small, off-street parking area. On the fringes of Wynwood, it’s a nice and tasty oasis!

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Kevin Doan

For $6 you can get two chicken or lechon tacos. The outdoor patio-esque atmosphere is great for meet ups and friends. Tacos were on the small side but delicious. Relatively affordable for Wynwood area

Erika Cooper
Erika Cooper

Holy cow! We stumbled on this gem while making our way to the nearby Midtown Garden Center and it was totally a treat! Homemade empanadas and a nice, diverse menu of big, fresh tacos (I highly recommend the Tuna Poke taco!). They have fun fizzy non-alcoholic beverages and lovely seating areas for parties of various sizes. They also have a small, off-street parking area. On the fringes of Wynwood, it’s a nice and tasty oasis!

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Kevin Doan

For $6 you can get two chicken or lechon tacos. The outdoor patio-esque atmosphere is great for meet ups and friends. Tacos were on the small side but delicious. Relatively affordable for Wynwood area

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Michael Fernandez

The Steak Taco was really good. The food took very long to be made. The girls working behind the counter we're spending more time talking to each other and making jokes than making the food. We came here on a Friday night. There was a woman singing live music. In my opinion, the speakers were a little too loud for the venue. Music that loud is for a club, not a food truck.

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Royale Jesus Otero (R.J.)

I've been here twice and plan on keep coming back until I've had everything on their menu. We stumbled across this gem one day driving from Wynwood. The food is amazing. The only downside is they do not serve any beer or alcoholic beverages and they do not allow you to BYOB like the spot just south of them.

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Melissa

Cute and relaxing atmosphere. Almost feels like a little bungalow away from the city life. Bathrooms are across the parking lot, sink didn't work but at least they had a bathroom... right? You order at the little food truck and collect a number, they will bring it to your table. Mix & match furniture, tropical feel. Great tacos and a pan con lechon sandwich is off the chain. So soft and flavorful. Also go on Taco Tuesday and they have some good deals. Will be back when I'm in the area.

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Frank Schoeplein

Their tacos are amazing. The only thing that could make the experience better is if they served beer!

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Giuseppe Salamone

So cute! It's liking eating on a beach in your backyard. Limited menu, and no corn tortillas, but the Tuna Poke bowls are delicious.

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Max Chuvalas

Taco Tuesday! Nice outdoor seating area and consistent flavor. Sauce always brings the heat.

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Patrick van den Berg

Had some great food for value here. And enjoyed some Tamal Cubano (11 dollars) in the nice garden. Only problem, they don't have any beers...

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CEA

Cool place to hang and eat. However the price for the tacos are real steep. $6 to $8 bucks gets u 1. Now I'm all for paying for amazing food but this was a little above okay. I had the octopus and steak. Nothing to write home about. Or definitely not to order again. I asked for an additional shell to split it into two but the steak was mostly tomatoes. (Shrugs sholders) Maybe you will like. For me it's a "1 hit and quite."

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Rossangela Palacios

No words to describe how good is the food. The place is also very nice well decorated a small place in wynwood. The service is mediocre, the don't have ice for the drinks or knifes besides those details is a good place with good food and great for friends and family.

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CEA

Cool place to hang and eat. However the price for the tacos are real steep. $6 to $8 bucks gets u 1. Now I'm all for paying for amazing food but this was a little above okay. I had the octopus and steak. Nothing to write home about. Or definitely not to order again. I asked for an additional shell to split it into two but the steak was mostly tomatoes. (Shrugs sholders) Maybe you will like. For me it's a "1 hit and quite."

Rossangela Palacios
Rossangela Palacios

No words to describe how good is the food. The place is also very nice well decorated a small place in wynwood. The service is mediocre, the don't have ice for the drinks or knifes besides those details is a good place with good food and great for friends and family.

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John Cooper

Though decent in flavor, the tacos are overpriced ($8). They say you'll be satisfied with one, but if you have a normal appetite you will not be. Also, the sofas and chairs and stuff look cozy in the pictures and when you first walk in, but they are absolutely filthy, like they were found on the side of the street. Will not return.

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W G

Tacos were tasty, though felt overpriced. Tacos are large, but come one per order and range $6-8. With so many taco options in Miami, not sure I would go out of my way to return to Caja Caliente.

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Lacy Elliott

First time visiting the new truck location and I was really disappointed. There were black beans in every taco and the flavor of the old truck is just gone. Sadly wont be coming back. In response to the owners comment: I didn't read the menu because I just ordered what I always got before which did not have black beans. We came at closing time so I'm not sure what happened but the flavor was not at all the same. My boyfriend and I have been fans for years of the wynwood location and came here on a date night because it had been so long. I'm sorry to leave a less than stellar review but it just wasnt the same this time.

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Patria Avila Perez

Excellent service and nice and relaxed ambiance. They use flour tortillas for the tacos and I found the pork taco to be too salty. The sauce on top of the tacos tasted like mayo. Nothing special. I still think it's a great place for after happy hour. Oh, you can bring your own drinks and they will give cups.

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Cameka Carr

Its a nice hang out spot and casual date night. The food is very tasty, but the price for a “large taco” seemed decent.... Until I saw the size of the taco... Very disappointing to see the size! Not worth the price, two tacos should have come for the price of eight. This place food wise is a rip off

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Lena Garcia

Tacos are not bad but a little overpriced. The place is a great chill and dine restaurant. However, the service sucks so much. The cashier that attended me was quite rude and arrogant. The owner was sitting behind me and i said nothing to her because i wanted to eat my tacos in peace. But man the cashier with the bun and glasses just horrible.

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jamlove954 (jamlove954)

I got the pan con vaca frita. It was reasonably priced for the area and definitely fresh. The meat was juicy and with barely any grizzle. The sandwich was so big that I couldn't finish it all. I just wished the sandwich would have been more seasoned and saucy. It was plain but not bad tasting. Whenever I am in the area again, I would not mind stopping here again and trying something else. I love the outdoor patio/food truck layout with the benches, fans, and the music. I can see this place being a really nice hangout in the evenings, especially in the fall.

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A Ka

Good octopus taco and nice atmosphere and crowd but it’s overpriced even compared to LA and Manhattan standards. If you have money to spare, go for it. Otherwise, move on. *In response to the owner — high quality doesn’t justify overpricing and fresh ingredients doesn’t mean good value. Hope you continue to ignore reviewers who agree with me.

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Berenice Lozada

The flavor of what I ordered, the lechón tacos were ok, not great but ok. The shrimp taco was a tad salty and the yuca chips, thought were made in house but they are bag chips... one taco $8 was extremely expensive I thought was a shrimp burrito to be able to explain the $$$ but no was a small tortilla with shrimp. For the quality is expensive, no parking... another minus also the server needed a bit more training. I wouldn’t go back.

Berenice Lozada
Berenice Lozada

The flavor of what I ordered, the lechón tacos were ok, not great but ok. The shrimp taco was a tad salty and the yuca chips, thought were made in house but they are bag chips... one taco $8 was extremely expensive I thought was a shrimp burrito to be able to explain the $$$ but no was a small tortilla with shrimp. For the quality is expensive, no parking... another minus also the server needed a bit more training. I wouldn’t go back.

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Lisandra Rodriguez

Food and vibe were good but service is definitely lacking. We ordered 45 minutes ago the server/cashier comes out with our partial order only to tell us, 45 minutes later, that they’re out of the meat of my order. How come it took 45 minutes to 1. realize it and 2. To come to tell me. Well 30 minutes later I’m still waiting for her to come with my last taco and I asked how much longer it’ll be just to be told it’s going to take an additional 5-10 minutes! Like come on, I get you’re busy but it isn’t rocket science. Don’t see myself coming back as you can get better Mexican food elsewhere, and better service.

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Adriana Jaramillo

Be prepared for a very long wait before you get your food if you get it. We are not even in a busy day and they bring eveybody's food but ours. The staff does not even know where orders go and go from table to table asking what people ordered... The place is cute and all but the disorganization takes away from the experience. To answer your response you were not even there since the beginning when it was not that crowded to know exactly what the other orders were. By the time you showed up it was busy and people that arrived much later than me were eating already. Your first excuse was that my order was not an appetizer but my taco was a tortilla with grilled steak, a sauce that should have been prepared ahead of time and a piece of avocado; if you need 1 hour to prepare that you might want to hire more staff or bring an extra portable grill since as you mentioned as your second excuse it was a busy day, as expected by everyone because there was a fair in the area. By the time you told me the food was ready they had promised me the food 3 times before so I would have been happy with the refund but you were the one telling me that you were giving me the food anyway and the refund so I considered less rude to not even try it. If you go through my reviews I rarely give a bad review but 1 hour and everyone else with their orders when they arrived after me is pretty upsetting. Reading your other responses to criticism I can tell you dont handle it very well. Good luck with your business and hopefully you train your staff better so they know how to process orders on a timely matter.

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Natalie Rodriguez-Zapata

The portion of the tacos and quality of the tacos are not worth the price. It basically tasted like steak and tomatoes inside a tortilla, that's it. Nothing that really blew me away here. When we entered, the cook was smoking at the table right in front of where our food was being prepared and the staff had an attitude. That definitely raises some health concerns. I suggest you go elsewhere for some tacos, and avoid that second hand smoke from the cook.

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Ruben

Average tacos, long wait. The first time I went I almost got charged like $25 bucks for one of their sandwiches. Luckily I noticed - maybe an honest mistake. Decided to try it again - this time I waited 30 minutes for 2 tacos @ $15. Staff seemed confused by all of the 5 tickets they had on the rail - like they were all on their first day or something. How could it possibly take 3 people that long to cook some meat and assemble it. The lady was nice but seems like no motivation to push some food out.

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Skip Van Cel

Wow...I guess with so many positive reviews the bar was set a little too high? I really expected a knock out, especially considering tacos can be as high as $8.00! Not a go for a glorified food truck. My first thought after biting into my taco was “Whole Foods buys Taco Bell.” OK, the toppings seemed fresh, but the chicken was dry and tasteless. Can’t comment to much on the staff so I guess they were doing their job. I’m sure the owner is going to chime in here with her glib clap-backs, so I’ll end it here. Just grateful we still have Coyo, Salsa Fiesta and even Syndicate to get our tacos. The second star was for the atmosphere. It was the only positive I can think of.

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W R

Good tacos from taco truck, but it took 15 minutes to get 3 tacos and it was $30. 2.5 stars for careless employees slow service, and .5 for cost.

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Hyemin Ryu

Came here based on rave reviews on an expensive surge uber ride from Miami Beach and left thoroughly disappointed. This is the first time google reviews and wynwood have disappointed me. The place was not crowded on Saturday around 8:30pm - should have been a clue - and they did not have a working bathroom - don’t people want to wash hands before eating tacos with their hands??!! But whatever, I stayed strong and waited for our order since I came here mainly to eat supposedly amazing tacos, right? Our order of 2 lechons ($5 each, a decent amount of dry stringy pork on a cold tortilla), 1 steak ($8 each, good but not enough of the steak on a cold tortilla), and 1 octopus ($8 each, cold octopus on a cold tortilla) was not only disappointing in terms of quality but also quantity. They definitely did not taste fresh nor authentic and we both left hungry and unsatisfied. Miami must not have good tacos. I can find better tacos in NYC for cheaper even in Manhattan not just in the outer boroughs and didn’t need these when I am on vacation in Miami. Again, I’m no expert on tacos but this experience made me want to go eat tacos in LA - life is too short for these tacos. I’m sorry for this scathing review but I need to be honest. These are not worthy of 4.5 stars.

Hyemin Ryu
Hyemin Ryu

Came here based on rave reviews on an expensive surge uber ride from Miami Beach and left thoroughly disappointed. This is the first time google reviews and wynwood have disappointed me. The place was not crowded on Saturday around 8:30pm - should have been a clue - and they did not have a working bathroom - don’t people want to wash hands before eating tacos with their hands??!! But whatever, I stayed strong and waited for our order since I came here mainly to eat supposedly amazing tacos, right? Our order of 2 lechons ($5 each, a decent amount of dry stringy pork on a cold tortilla), 1 steak ($8 each, good but not enough of the steak on a cold tortilla), and 1 octopus ($8 each, cold octopus on a cold tortilla) was not only disappointing in terms of quality but also quantity. They definitely did not taste fresh nor authentic and we both left hungry and unsatisfied. Miami must not have good tacos. I can find better tacos in NYC for cheaper even in Manhattan not just in the outer boroughs and didn’t need these when I am on vacation in Miami. Again, I’m no expert on tacos but this experience made me want to go eat tacos in LA - life is too short for these tacos. I’m sorry for this scathing review but I need to be honest. These are not worthy of 4.5 stars.

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RAHUL MADAN

$8 for 1 small taco. I could eat 10 of those and still be hungry. Menu says 1 LARGE taco . Most expensive taco I have ever had. If they were giving 3 for $8 in that shack , that would be too expensive still. I have had better taco’s for $2 in a better place. This place is a total rip off. If i havecto really full up , I would have to eat $80 worth of tacos. Not recommended to anyone.

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denise nunez

ordered the poke bowl and it was mostly quinoa and a few pieces of tuna price wouldn't be bad if i wasn't basically getting a bowl of quinoa. Shrimp taco was a waste of money only had three over cooked shrimp and some mayo sauce on top. there is always a line out and i thought it was because it's so awesome but really it's because they're so slow to help. staff should put down the phone and the alcohol and get to work.

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# Caja Caliente Truck: Un Sabor Auténtico en el Corazón del Design District de Miami

Miami, una ciudad vibrante y multicultural, es un crisol de sabores que deleitan a cualquier paladar. En medio de este dinámico panorama culinario, emerge un concepto que ha capturado la esencia de la gastronomía callejera cubana con un toque moderno: Caja Caliente Truck. Ubicado estratégicamente en 95 Northeast 40th Street, este camión de comida no es solo un punto de venta, sino una verdadera institución culinaria que se ha integrado de manera orgánica en el sofisticado y artístico Miami Design District. Representa la fusión perfecta entre la autenticidad de la cocina tradicional y la vanguardia de un barrio en constante evolución, ofreciendo a locales y visitantes una experiencia gastronómica inolvidable que celebra la rica herencia cultural de la ciudad.

El Design District, donde Caja Caliente Truck ha echado raíces, es mucho más que un simple barrio; es un epicentro de creatividad, moda de alta costura, arte contemporáneo y diseño de interiores de vanguardia. Este entorno único proporciona el telón de fondo ideal para un establecimiento que, a pesar de su formato de "food truck", ofrece una propuesta de valor tan sólida y auténtica. La interacción entre la sofisticación del distrito y la sencillez y el sabor puro de la comida de Caja Caliente crea un contraste fascinante y atractivo, invitando a los transeúntes a detenerse y disfrutar de una pausa culinaria que es tan genuina como innovadora.

El Design District: Un Lienzo en Constante Transformación

Para comprender la relevancia de Caja Caliente Truck, es fundamental adentrarse en la historia y evolución del Miami Design District. Lo que hoy es un deslumbrante barrio de lujo y arte, fue en sus inicios un distrito comercial e industrial con almacenes y talleres. Sin embargo, a principios del siglo XXI, visionarios urbanísticos y culturales vieron el potencial de esta zona, impulsando una ambiciosa transformación. La visión era crear un destino donde el arte, el diseño, la moda y la gastronomía de alto nivel convivieran en un espacio público bellamente curado.

La revitalización del Design District se caracterizó por una inversión masiva en infraestructuras, la restauración de edificios históricos y la construcción de nuevas estructuras con diseños arquitectónicos audaces. Marcas de lujo internacionales, galerías de arte de renombre mundial y estudios de diseño innovadores comenzaron a establecerse, atrayendo a una clientela exigente y sofisticada. Las calles se adornaron con instalaciones de arte público, esculturas monumentales y paisajismo exuberante, transformando el distrito en una galería al aire libre y un destino de compras y ocio sin igual en el sur de Florida.

Este proceso de gentrificación y embellecimiento no solo elevó el perfil económico del área, sino que también cultivó un ambiente cultural vibrante. El Design District se convirtió en un lugar donde la creatividad se celebra en todas sus formas, desde las pasarelas de moda hasta las exposiciones de arte y, por supuesto, la gastronomía. En este contexto, la presencia de un "food truck" como Caja Caliente es un testimonio de la diversidad y la inclusión culinaria que el distrito promueve, demostrando que la alta cocina puede coexistir armoniosamente con propuestas más informales pero igualmente excepcionales. La historia del Design District es una narrativa de reinvención y ambición, un espejo de la propia evolución de Miami como ciudad global y culturalmente rica.

Caja Caliente: Un Legado de Sabor Cubano en Movimiento

En este escenario de lujo y vanguardia, Caja Caliente Truck se erige como un faro de la auténtica cocina cubana callejera. Aunque no se disponga de una historia detallada del establecimiento en los datos proporcionados, su nombre y concepto evocan directamente la tradición de la "caja china" o "caja caliente", un método ancestral cubano para asar cerdos enteros, resultando en una carne increíblemente tierna y una piel crujiente. Este nombre no solo rinde homenaje a una técnica culinaria icónica, sino que también promete una experiencia de sabor profunda y arraigada en la cultura isleña.

El concepto de Caja Caliente se centra en llevar los sabores robustos y reconfortantes de Cuba a un formato accesible y contemporáneo, ideal para el ritmo de vida de Miami. Su propuesta se distingue por la calidad de sus ingredientes y la fidelidad a las recetas tradicionales, a la vez que incorpora toques innovadores que lo hacen destacar. La especialidad de la casa a menudo gira en torno a los "Cuban tacos" – una reinterpretación creativa que fusiona la versatilidad del taco con rellenos clásicos cubanos como la lechón asado (cerdo asado), la vaca frita (carne de res deshebrada y frita) o la ropa vieja (carne deshebrada en salsa de tomate). Estos platos son un claro ejemplo de cómo la cocina cubana puede adaptarse y reinventarse sin perder su esencia.

La atmósfera alrededor de Caja Caliente Truck es tan importante como la comida misma. A pesar de ser un camión, el espacio que genera a su alrededor se convierte en un punto de encuentro informal. La energía del Design District, con su flujo constante de gente, se mezcla con el aroma tentador de la comida cubana, creando un ambiente animado y acogedor. Es un lugar donde los amantes de la moda y el arte pueden hacer una pausa de sus compras o visitas a galerías para disfrutar de una comida sustanciosa y llena de sabor, sentados en mesas al aire libre o simplemente de pie, observando el pulso de la ciudad. Este carácter democrático y accesible es parte de su encanto, rompiendo con la formalidad que a veces puede percibirse en el entorno de lujo.

La Cultura del Food Truck en Miami: Innovación sobre Ruedas

La aparición y el éxito de Caja Caliente Truck son también un reflejo del auge del fenómeno de los "food trucks" en Miami y en todo Estados Unidos. Lo que comenzó como una tendencia de nicho, ofreciendo comida rápida y económica, ha evolucionado hasta convertirse en una parte integral y respetada de la escena culinaria. Los food trucks han democratizado el acceso a la cocina gourmet y étnica, permitiendo a los chefs experimentar con conceptos innovadores y llegar a un público más amplio con una inversión inicial menor que la de un restaurante tradicional.

En Miami, la cultura del food truck ha florecido gracias a la diversidad de su población y a su clima favorable para comer al aire libre durante gran parte del año. Estos vehículos gastronómicos se han convertido en plataformas para la experimentación culinaria, la fusión de sabores y la celebración de la herencia cultural de las distintas comunidades que conforman la ciudad. Desde tacos y arepas hasta sándwiches cubanos y delicias asiáticas, los food trucks ofrecen un mosaico de opciones que reflejan la riqueza multicultural de Miami.

Caja Caliente Truck, en particular, encarna este espíritu de innovación sobre ruedas. No solo ofrece una propuesta culinaria distintiva, sino que también participa activamente en la vida del Design District, contribuyendo a su atmósfera vibrante y dinámica. La flexibilidad de un food truck le permite adaptarse a eventos especiales, festivales y horarios extendidos, convirtiéndolo en un actor clave en la vida nocturna y cultural del barrio. Es un recordatorio de que la excelencia gastronómica no siempre reside en los establecimientos más formales o costosos, sino a menudo en la pasión, la autenticidad y la creatividad que se pueden encontrar en una cocina sobre ruedas.

Un Paseo por el Design District: Más Allá de la Comida

Visitar Caja Caliente Truck es una oportunidad perfecta para explorar el Miami Design District en su totalidad. Después de deleitarse con sus sabores cubanos, los visitantes pueden sumergirse en la experiencia que ofrece el barrio. A pocos pasos del camión, se encuentran las boutiques de algunas de las marcas de moda más exclusivas del mundo, como Louis Vuitton, Dior, Gucci y Hermès, con arquitecturas de tienda que son obras de arte en sí mismas.

Las galerías de arte contemporáneo, como la ICA Miami (Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami), ofrecen exposiciones de vanguardia que atraen a aficionados del arte de todo el mundo. El distrito también está salpicado de impresionantes instalaciones de arte público, como el "Fly's Eye Dome" de Buckminster Fuller o las esculturas de Le Corbusier, que invitan a los visitantes a pasear y descubrir sorpresas artísticas en cada esquina. La arquitectura de los edificios, con sus fachadas innovadoras y diseños audaces, es una atracción en sí misma, haciendo de cada caminata una experiencia visualmente estimulante.

Además de las compras y el arte, el Design District cuenta con una selección de restaurantes y bares de alta gama que complementan la oferta culinaria de Caja Caliente. Desde cafeterías con encanto hasta restaurantes con estrellas Michelin, hay opciones para todos los gustos y ocasiones. La zona también alberga eventos regulares, desde desfiles de moda hasta lanzamientos de exposiciones y conciertos al aire libre, lo que garantiza que siempre haya algo emocionante sucediendo. La proximidad de Caja Caliente a estos puntos de interés lo convierte en una parada conveniente y gratificante para cualquier explorador del distrito.

Consejos Prácticos para Visitar Caja Caliente Truck y el Design District

Para aquellos que planean una visita a Caja Caliente Truck y desean aprovechar al máximo su experiencia en el Design District, aquí hay algunos consejos prácticos:

  • Ubicación y Acceso: Caja Caliente Truck se encuentra en 95 Northeast 40th Street. El Design District es fácilmente accesible en coche, taxi o servicios de transporte compartido. Si se utiliza transporte público, las rutas de autobús de Miami-Dade Transit tienen paradas cercanas. El Metromover, aunque no llega directamente al corazón del distrito, tiene estaciones en áreas adyacentes como Midtown, desde donde se puede caminar o tomar un corto viaje.
  • Estacionamiento: El estacionamiento en el Design District puede ser un desafío. Hay varios garajes de estacionamiento públicos y lotes con servicio de valet, pero pueden ser costosos. Se recomienda considerar el transporte compartido o el transporte público para evitar las complicaciones del estacionamiento, especialmente durante las horas pico o los fines de semana.
  • Horarios: Como un food truck, los horarios de Caja Caliente pueden variar. Es aconsejable consultar sus redes sociales o sitio web (si disponible) para obtener la información más actualizada sobre sus horas de operación. Generalmente, los food trucks en áreas concurridas como esta suelen operar durante el almuerzo y la cena.
  • Momento Ideal: Para una experiencia más tranquila, intente visitar durante las horas de menor afluencia, quizás a media mañana o a media tarde entre las comidas principales. Si prefiere el bullicio y la energía del distrito, las horas de almuerzo y cena, así como los fines de semana, son ideales.
  • Opciones de Pago: La mayoría de los food trucks modernos aceptan tarjetas de crédito y débito, además de efectivo. Es una buena idea llevar ambos para cualquier eventualidad.
  • Exploración del Distrito: Dedique tiempo a explorar el Design District antes o después de su comida. Pasee por las calles, admire la arquitectura, visite las galerías de arte y las boutiques. Hay muchas áreas para sentarse y disfrutar del ambiente, incluyendo parques y plazas públicas bellamente diseñadas.

Caja Caliente Truck no es solo un lugar para comer; es un punto de entrada a la rica cultura culinaria y artística de Miami. Su presencia en el Design District subraya la capacidad de la ciudad para entrelazar la tradición con la innovación, la autenticidad con la sofisticación. Es un testimonio de que los sabores más profundos y las experiencias más memorables a menudo se encuentran donde menos se esperan, en este caso, en un vibrante camión de comida que sirve el corazón de Cuba en un plato, en medio de uno de los barrios más elegantes y dinámicos del mundo.


Guía Completa de Estilo de Vida y Vivienda en el Miami Design District

El Miami Design District, ubicado en el vibrante corazón de Miami, es un barrio que ha experimentado una transformación extraordinaria, evolucionando de un área industrial y de almacenes a un destino globalmente reconocido por su fusión de lujo, arte, moda y gastronomía. Esta guía ofrece una visión detallada de cómo es vivir en este enclave único, ideal para aquellos que buscan un estilo de vida sofisticado y dinámico en una de las ciudades más emocionantes de Estados Unidos.

1. INTRODUCCIÓN: El Carácter del Design District

El Miami Design District es, por excelencia, un barrio mixto, aunque su carácter dominante es claramente comercial y turístico, con una creciente faceta residencial de alta gama. Se distingue por ser un epicentro de diseño de interiores, moda de alta costura, arte contemporáneo y restaurantes de lujo. Sus calles peatonales están adornadas con impresionantes instalaciones de arte público, arquitectura innovadora y boutiques de marcas internacionales. Si bien su energía es vibrante y cosmopolita, ofrece una experiencia de vida urbana muy curada, enfocada en la estética y la exclusividad. Es un lugar donde la vida cotidiana se entrelaza con la cultura y el arte, creando un ambiente sofisticado y constantemente estimulante.

2. PERFIL DEMOGRÁFICO: Residentes de Élite

El perfil demográfico del Design District es tan exclusivo como el barrio mismo. Atrae principalmente a:

  • Jóvenes Profesionales y Artistas: Aquellos en industrias creativas, diseño, moda o arte, que buscan vivir en un entorno que refleje su pasión y ambición.
  • Parejas y Solteros de Alto Nivel Adquisitivo: Individuos que valoran el lujo, la comodidad y el acceso inmediato a experiencias culturales y gastronómicas de primer nivel.
  • Inversores y Propietarios de Segundas Residencias: Personas que buscan una propiedad de prestigio en una ubicación privilegiada para disfrutar de un estilo de vida urbano de lujo o como inversión.
  • Empresarios y Ejecutivos: Residentes que aprecian la cercanía a centros de negocios y la imagen de sofisticación que proyecta el distrito.

Aunque hay familias con niños, no es el barrio típico para ellas debido a la falta de escuelas tradicionales y grandes parques dentro del núcleo del distrito. Sin embargo, las opciones de vivienda de lujo atraen a familias adineradas que buscan un estilo de vida urbano y están dispuestas a desplazarse a barrios cercanos para servicios más orientados a la familia.

3. MERCADO INMOBILIARIO: Lujo y Exclusividad

El mercado inmobiliario en el Miami Design District es sinónimo de lujo y exclusividad, con precios que reflejan su estatus como uno de los barrios más codiciados de Miami. Las opciones de vivienda disponibles son predominantemente:

  • Condominios de Lujo: Edificios de gran altura con diseños arquitectónicos modernos y amenidades de cinco estrellas, como piscinas en la azotea, gimnasios de última generación, servicios de conserjería, spas privados y seguridad 24/7. Estos condominios a menudo ofrecen vistas panorámicas de la ciudad y la bahía.
  • Apartamentos de Alta Gama: Unidades en edificios más pequeños o residencias boutique que mantienen el mismo nivel de lujo y acabados de alta calidad.
  • Residencias Unifamiliares (muy limitadas): Hay muy pocas casas unifamiliares en el corazón del Design District, y las que existen suelen ser históricas, meticulosamente renovadas y tienen precios extremadamente altos.

Rango de Precios Aproximado (sujeto a fluctuaciones del mercado):

  • Alquiler de Apartamentos/Condominios: Los precios pueden comenzar desde los $3,000 - $5,000 USD al mes para unidades de una habitación y subir significativamente hasta $10,000 USD o más para unidades más grandes o de lujo excepcional.
  • Compra de Condominios: Los precios por pie cuadrado son de los más altos en Miami. Unidades pueden variar desde $800,000 USD para opciones más pequeñas hasta varios millones de dólares para penthouses o residencias de mayor tamaño y prestigio.

La demanda de propiedades en el Design District es constante, impulsada por su atractivo como centro cultural y de lujo, lo que garantiza una fuerte apreciación del valor inmobiliario a largo plazo.

4. TRANSPORTE: Conectividad Estratégica

El Design District goza de una excelente conectividad, lo que facilita el desplazamiento dentro y fuera del barrio:

  • Transporte Público:
    • Autobuses de Miami-Dade Transit: Varias rutas de autobús atraviesan el distrito y sus alrededores, conectándolo con otras partes de Miami.
    • Trolley de Miami: El Miami Trolley ofrece rutas gratuitas que conectan el Design District con Midtown, Wynwood y otras áreas clave, lo que lo convierte en una opción conveniente para moverse localmente.
    • Metromover: Aunque el Metromover no tiene una estación directa dentro del Design District, las estaciones más cercanas en Downtown Miami o Brickell son accesibles mediante un corto viaje en taxi, autobús o trolley, o incluso una caminata para los más activos.
  • Acceso a Autopistas: El barrio tiene un acceso rápido y directo a las principales arterias viales de Miami, incluyendo la I-95 y Biscayne Boulevard (US-1), lo que permite un fácil desplazamiento en coche hacia el norte o el sur.
  • Distancia al Centro: El Design District está a una distancia muy corta del Downtown Miami (aproximadamente 10-15 minutos en coche) y a unos 15-20 minutos de South Beach, dependiendo del tráfico.
  • Caminabilidad: El distrito en sí es altamente caminable, con calles bien mantenidas, aceras anchas y un diseño urbano que fomenta la exploración a pie de sus boutiques, galerías y restaurantes.

5. SERVICIOS: Lujo y Comodidad a su Alcance

El Design District y sus alrededores inmediatos ofrecen una amplia gama de servicios, aunque con un enfoque en la calidad y la exclusividad:

  • Colegios: Si bien el Design District no alberga escuelas primarias o secundarias públicas tradicionales, hay opciones de escuelas privadas de prestigio en los barrios adyacentes o a corta distancia. Para la educación superior, las universidades de Miami están relativamente cerca.
  • Hospitales y Atención Médica: No hay grandes hospitales directamente en el Design District, pero el acceso a centros médicos de primer nivel es excelente. El Jackson Memorial Hospital y el University of Miami Health System (UHealth) se encuentran a poca distancia en el Civic Center/Health District. También hay clínicas especializadas y consultorios médicos privados en el área.
  • Supermercados y Tiendas de Comestibles: Las opciones de supermercados tradicionales son limitadas dentro del núcleo del Design District, pero hay tiendas de comestibles de alta gama y mercados especializados. En los barrios vecinos como Midtown o Wynwood, se encuentran Whole Foods Market, Target y Publix a poca distancia en coche.
  • Gimnasios y Bienestar: Muchos de los edificios de condominios de lujo en el distrito cuentan con gimnasios de última generación como parte de sus amenidades. Además, hay estudios de fitness boutique, centros de yoga y pilates, y spas de lujo que ofrecen una amplia gama de servicios de bienestar.
  • Banca y Otros Servicios: Bancos, salones de belleza, tintorerías y otros servicios esenciales están convenientemente ubicados dentro del distrito o en sus inmediaciones.

6. AMBIENTE: Sofisticación y Seguridad

El ambiente en el Miami Design District es de constante efervescencia, seguridad y sofisticación:

  • Seguridad Percibida: El Design District es considerado un barrio muy seguro. La presencia constante de seguridad privada, cámaras de vigilancia y un diseño urbano bien iluminado contribuyen a un ambiente de tranquilidad, incluso durante la noche. Es un barrio donde los residentes se sienten cómodos caminando a cualquier hora.
  • Vida Nocturna: La vida nocturna en el Design District es elegante y refinada. En lugar de grandes clubes, encontrará bares de cócteles sofisticados, salones de diseño y restaurantes de alta cocina que ofrecen experiencias culinarias y sociales hasta altas horas de la noche. A menudo hay eventos culturales, inauguraciones de galerías y desfiles de moda que animan las noches. Para opciones de vida nocturna más orientadas a fiestas, Wynwood o South Beach están a un corto trayecto.
  • Zonas Verdes y Espacios Públicos: Si bien el Design District no cuenta con grandes parques expansivos, compensa con espacios públicos bellamente diseñados y paisajismo urbano. Las calles están adornadas con árboles, plantas y áreas de descanso. Las instalaciones de arte público y las plazas crean un entorno agradable para pasear y relajarse. La proximidad a la Bahía de Biscayne también ofrece oportunidades para disfrutar de la naturaleza en sus cercanías.

7. RECOMENDACIÓN FINAL: Para Quién es Ideal este Barrio

El Miami Design District es el barrio ideal para:

  • Amantes del lujo y el diseño: Aquellos que aprecian la moda de alta costura, el arte contemporáneo y la arquitectura innovadora.
  • Profesionales y creativos: Personas que buscan un entorno inspirador que combine trabajo y ocio en un solo lugar.
  • Gourmets y aficionados a la alta cocina: Individuos que disfrutan de una escena culinaria de primer nivel y acceso a restaurantes exclusivos.
  • Residentes que buscan un estilo de vida urbano sofisticado: Personas que valoran la conveniencia, la seguridad y la vibrante energía de una ciudad global, sin sacrificar la calidad de vida.
  • Inversores inmobiliarios: Aquellos que buscan propiedades de alto valor en una ubicación de prestigio con potencial de apreciación.

No es la opción más adecuada para aquellos con presupuestos limitados, familias que buscan un entorno suburbano tradicional con muchas escuelas públicas y grandes parques, o quienes prefieren una vida nocturna de clubes ruidosos. En cambio, ofrece una experiencia de vida inigualable para quienes desean sumergirse en la vanguardia cultural y el lujo de Miami.

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