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Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Our newest Miami restaurant is located in the heart of South Beach in Miami at 1111 Lincoln Road in the architecturally striking new Herzog & de Meuron-designed building. Rosa Mexicano delivers authentic Mexican cooking in an accessible, stylishly festive atmosphere. Rosa Mexicano's menu features a range of award-winning signature dishes, including our Guacamole en Molcajete, in a traditional lava rock mortar. Described by Time Out New York as "green ecstasy in a stone bowl," it is prepared table side and served with house made chips, warm corn tortillas and condiment salsas. Rosa Mexicano is also known for the Frozen Pomegranate Margarita. For this vibrant city we’ve created a welcoming contemporary design, featuring a casually chic dining room with floor to ceiling windows and a travertine bar. Our patio area provides the perfect spot for al fresco dining and people watching.
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72 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 72 reviews
5 stars
(15)
4 stars
(38)
3 stars
(16)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(32)
- great for outdoor dining(21)
- fit for foodies(19)
- special occasion(13)
- great for lunch(11)
- hot spot(11)
Rosa Mexicano- South Beach Reviews List
Review 1 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Nice lunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Perfect lunch for Lincoln road. Little noisy by Main Street. Veggie tacos a must! We enjoyed our lunch"
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 2 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
An expensive Mexican restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I am pleased to see the changes that Rosa has made to their menu. Perhaps it's the South Beach menu alone, but the price point and menu are so far removed from Rosa's roots that it's now a special occasion restaurant vs. a regular favorite."
Dined on 5/14/2013
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Review 3 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
EXCELLENT
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I LOVE THIS RESTAURANT. THE BEST GUACAMOLE I EVER TASTED..."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Average-
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"While the guacamole was quite good (almost the best around), I found the rest of the meal rather average and the potions very small.
I would go back for the "guac" and chips only."
I would go back for the "guac" and chips only."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 5 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Favorite Mexican Food!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We fell in love with Rosa Mexicano on the first visit, and have a great experience every time. The food is outstanding. We wish they'd open one closer to our home in the Philadelphia suburbs!"
Dined on 4/26/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 6 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"we loved the food and the wait staff was wonderful. especially tyreese. the noise level is quite loud, that would be the only negative about the experience. very lively and fun place. best guacamole made right in front of the table"
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 7 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was excellent!! As
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was excellent!! As we're the cocktails."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, hot spot
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Review 8 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
GREAT SERVICE, GOOD FOOD,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"GREAT SERVICE, GOOD FOOD, GOOD CROWD A NICE NIGHT OUT!!!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 9 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Birthday Brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had brunch to celebrate my husband's birthday. Had a very nice time. The waitress was wonderful."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2010
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 10 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Improving after recent issues
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I had written off Rosa after an interim menu change that left too few items at too high of a price point. However, the menu has improved dramatically and although I still find the prices to be too high, I would return to this restaurant and even recommend it with a warning about $15 margaritas that are the size of a sewing thimble. This just makes the restaurant look greedy and/or cheap.
One other thing: the cold, sometimes stale chips that sit on the guacamole carts are such a disappointment and yet such an easy fix. Run them out warm from the kitchen. Even if they sit under a heat lamp, they'll taste better than they do now."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2000
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Review 11 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Yummy unusual food. Efficient
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Yummy unusual food. Efficient service."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, hot spot
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Review 12 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Modern and Authentic Mexican Fare
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great little spot in the middle of the Lincoln shopping district. The decor is lively and well-done - a mix of vibrant colors with a modern touch. The sangria was very good - we got the pitcher which was definitely more than enough for two people! The guacamole was fresh and prepared tableside. We had brunch, and the entrees were very authentic mexican cuisine, which I enjoyed very much. A nice change of pace from your regular tacos and tex-mex fare. The most outstanding thing, though, was their mexican hot chocolate! Now THIS is something to write home without. Folks, don't go here without saving some room for this one. Absolutely the best hot chocolate I've ever had - hearty and spicy, it's the perfect end to your meal."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Much smaller menu than the
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Much smaller menu than the one's in NY"
Dined on 03/27/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 14 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 15 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The food is good but the portions
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food is good but the portions are ricuoulsy small."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2013
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Review 16 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This is "heaven" for a gluten
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is "heaven" for a gluten intolerant person!"
Dined on 03/17/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 17 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent food. A bit noisy,but
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent food. A bit noisy,but would go back for more."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2010
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Review 18 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Top Notch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Absolutely fantastic. Literally will never go to South Florida again without going back. This is the first restaurant I have written a review about, and as a result I'm hungry again. Can't say enough."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining
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Review 19 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing Experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Everyone should try this Brunch. Great frozen Margaritas! The food was delicious."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was good as usual. Our
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was good as usual. Our server seemed a little clueless. Looked like he was new. Overall a nice guy but still needs training. We didn't even have a utensils on the table and had to ask multiple times."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2011
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Review 21 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always good, anywhere you go...
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It's a great Mexican restaurant chain. It's not necessarily the most traditional, it's clearly an American Mexican restaurant. But the food is great, the service is great, and everyone should have a great time. If you're looking for something a little different in any major city and you don't want to take a chance on a local place, Rosa never disappoints."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 22 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The tortilla soup is really
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The tortilla soup is really good!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 23 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good Food, good ambiance but
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good Food, good ambiance but the service no so great!!!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 24 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Rosa Mexicano is a tourist trap
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Making a reservation with the assistance of OpenTable was easy. The atmosphere of the restaurant was very good. The guacamole was prepared tableside, and was excellent. The waiter was very friendly and accommodating; but he overcharged our party, so I would not go back to this restaurant. To give examples: The waiter offered extra corn and frijoles for fish taco entrees that 2 guests requested, but he failed to mention that there would be an extra (and significant) charge for what should have been condiments. One guest at our table did not like her meal, so the waiter offered her a free dessert. He then charged for her dessert. He did it with a friendly attitude, so the bill and tip were paid without contesting, but we felt "fleeced"."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 25 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
get the guacamole
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had a good meal. The guacamole made table side really is excellent - would recommend it. Our other dishes were not as great. I had carne asada which was very good. My partners slow cooked pork was a bit dry and not such a success. I would definitely go back however, maybe at lunch time to have the guacamole again and a smaller snack."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2003
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 26 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very weak sangria. Not worth
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very weak sangria. Not worth the price. Food was fine."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2006
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Review 27 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great service bad food
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very loud, not real Mexican food, felt more like a sushi place. Very overpriced. Servers were great though. Polite and attentive."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
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Review 28 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Set ice was good and great
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Set ice was good and great ambiance."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2013
Special Features: late-night find, scenic view
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Review 29 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
SoBe's Finest Dining Experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"RM continues to be the best dining experience in South Beach. Creative culinary dishes coupled with the best service I've experienced in South Florida made for a delightful evening.
Out waitress, María, was attentive, knowledgeable, friendly and courteous.
I am proud to call RM my favorite restaurant."
Dined on 01/28/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The table side guacamole was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The table side guacamole was amazing"
Dined on 01/20/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Rosa Mexicano- South Beach
Based on the average of (42) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic