Lolo’s Surf Cantina

Richard Ampudia is formally entering the Miami market after serving as a partner and consultant at the well-known Mexican restaurant/underground bar La Esquina in New York. The food at Lolo's Surf Cantina pays homage to the traditional tastes of his native Mexico City while using healthier ingredients and cooking techniques than what customers are used to. We couldn't live without the kale salad, veggie tacos loaded with oyster mushrooms (smoked to mimic the flavor of bacon), and a michelada, to name just three of the menu items. He launches a beach picnic service this summer, allowing customers to order ahead and pick up a full lunch (complete with serveware!) on their way to the sand.

The Stanton Hotel's basement houses this lovely seashore café. Chef and owner Richard Ampudia left his mark on every inch of the establishment, from the whimsical wall art and traditional cantina furnishings to the menu's (mostly) healthy take on CDMX street cuisine. For tasty, robust Mexican food that won't make you feel like a bomb went off in your stomach, but is still wonderful. Modern proteins like cauliflower, which can be served over nachos or stuffed into tacos, are among the healthy possibilities. Fresh fish options include shrimp, octopus, and poke.

Google Rating: 4.1/5.0
Address: Marriott Stanton South Beach161 Ocean DrMiami Beach
Phone: 305-735-6973
Website: loloscantina.com