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Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Mexico.... home of Talavera, the unique fine art pottery from the 16th Century, native of the city of Puebla.
This genuine and refined Mexican spirit of the Talavera art sets the ground for the spirit of our menu. From the "Huarache" grill, a series of delicate dishes served on a corn tortilla base, to a variety of regional specialties from Sonora to Oaxaca, from Michoacan to Puebla, from Jalisco to Yucatan. Talavera, the art of a genuine and refined taste of Mexico.
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This genuine and refined Mexican spirit of the Talavera art sets the ground for the spirit of our menu. From the "Huarache" grill, a series of delicate dishes served on a corn tortilla base, to a variety of regional specialties from Sonora to Oaxaca, from Michoacan to Puebla, from Jalisco to Yucatan. Talavera, the art of a genuine and refined taste of Mexico.
58 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 58 reviews
5 stars
(21)
4 stars
(21)
3 stars
(14)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(27)
- good for groups(19)
- fit for foodies(14)
- great for lunch(12)
- special occasion(12)
- hot spot(11)
Talavera Cocina Mexicana Reviews List
Review 1 for Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The waiter took time to explain some of the items on the menu and also made recommendations. Service was attentive and timely, and the food was excellent. I will return."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Definitely one of my favorites
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This past visit, I treated two friends to dinner and we had a great time. My friends had never been there before and they loved it. I will definitely return and continue to bring new customers, because I have never been disappointed. Their food is so heavenly, it's indescribable, though that doesn't stop you from trying to articulate the complexities to the moles and various other dishes. I look forward to the next time that I get to go."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 3 for Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
OK
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Don't plan to talk...very loud, but music group was good so it depends on why you are there. Service was very good, food was just OK and not much of it."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 4 for Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was good, we had
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was good, we had the fish ceviche very fresh. My friends had a dish with mole that was quite good. I had the filet, it was interesting but next time I will stick to the more traditional dishes. Nice place for a celebration. They also have a restaurant in the grove Jaguar that is quite good."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 5 for Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Yummy margaritas and great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Yummy margaritas and great hot spicy salsas. Will definitely be back!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
First time in talavera the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"First time in talavera the service of the waiter was really good she helped us with the choice of different plates the only thing that we were not happy was we order the appetizer it came to our table fast within 2 minutes of starting the appetizer the entree came we were surprise we felt like it was rush normally between courses is 5 to 10 minutes they should look into that overall the restaurant was good"
Dined on 04/14/2013
2009
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Review 7 for Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
No Habla!!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wait staff was in need of training...you have to know the menu if you're selling it! Service was painfully slow...waitress was preoccupied with large tables outside, so my table was neglected. Food overall was really good but the service put a huge damper on the night. Suggestion to Management: hire competent wait staff, it will help you immensely. Conclusion, if you are craving Mexican food...head to Chipotle and save the $$$."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2010
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Review 8 for Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Time Sensitive need Reservations
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Best gourmet food and margaritas among the few choices for Mexican cuisine in Miami. The restaurant gets crowded and noisy at times when the street fairs are held right outside the front door. Some tables are undesirable because of traffic patterns and noise from the bar."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2005
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 9 for Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
A restaurant we have patronized
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A restaurant we have patronized since it opened. Food is always good to very good and reliable. Owner rarely comes by any more, and we felt it ran smoother and was better when he did. Menu has changed little over the years; specials are usually good when they have them. We return regularly though with less frequency than before when we have a taste for this more authentic Mexican restaurant."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2004
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
some things were very good
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"some things were very good and others were below par. that was my experience last time as well"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2008
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Review 11 for Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good upscale Mexician
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very good upscale Mexician cuisine. The moles in particular are very good. Talavera's reservations system leaves something to be desired-- the reservation through open table wasn't really a reservation: their policy is you are just the 1st person in line to be seated after you arrive in what seems to be a non-reservation system. This could be a problem on a busy night."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
All good but why did they
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"All good but why did they not have our reservation from open table?"
Dined on 03/07/2013
2005
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Review 13 for Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We had been there before and
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had been there before and loved it. But this time only so so. A bit pricey and overall quality of food lacked flavor? They cook to authentic Mexican recipes and service was terrific but maybe just a bad night in kitchen. For the price, my daughters would have prefered somewhere else.
Underwhelming experience."
Underwhelming experience."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2006
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Review 14 for Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
for discerning 'repeat offenders'
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"this is far from a first dining experience at this particular spot, and I must say I keep coming back for more as it is a delightful place. the service is tops and the food, well, so far I have never had any problem digesting their sauces or other flavorful concoctions. it is a pleasure whenever I am in town to visit this restaurant and enjoy having a meal there."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 15 for Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A bucket list restaurant!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A really great food experience that is not the typical Mexican fare. I especially liked that the dishes were varied and there wasn't the usual rice and beans added. All the flavors were intense and satisfying. I'm only sad that I live on the West Coast and they are in Miami!"
Dined on 02/17/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 16 for Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food is always good although
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food is always good although the use of rice to offset small portions has become more noticeable. Recommend restaurant except if you have a group of six of more. Restaurant and tables are small and they try to stuff you in small tables not suitable for six. Pricing is on the more expensive side given that this is basic Mexican food and portion sizes small. Margaritas are the exception and worth price!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2011
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Review 17 for Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, great service,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food, great service, great restaurant. Go here if you're looking for a classy Mexican joint."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
if you love Mexican Food this
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"if you love Mexican Food this is the best place you can choose. Food is excellent.."
Dined on 01/18/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food very good as always but
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food very good as always but service only fair in that server kept asking, "What?" when we said something. Noise level very high thanks to overamplified guitarist, which made conversation difficult"
Dined on 02/02/2013
2010
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Review 20 for Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious as always! One
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Delicious as always! One of our favorite Coral Gables' restaurants. Actually wanted to make an earlier reservation, and Open Table would not let me. The place was deserted when we arrived. Should have been able to make earlier reservation."
Dined on 01/28/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 21 for Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delicious drinks and appetizers.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Delicious drinks and appetizers. A bit noisy for conversation."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Talavera Cocina Mexicana
Based on the average of (37) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic