Miami’s freshest Mexican steakhouse, Casa Matilda, just opened on Washington Road in Miami Ocean side — and saying it’s been a big name problem area since the very first moment is protected.
On January 25, things started off at the excellent opening with a Genuine Housewives of Miami private evening gathering went to by Bravo’s Genuine Housewives of Miami stars Nicole Martin, Adriana de Moura, Kiki Barth, and Guerdy Abraira. ABC’s The Single man stars Hannah Ann Sluss and Kelsey Weier were in participation, too, notwithstanding Sports Showed model Kelly Hughes, who was likewise on location for first day of the season.”Casa Matilda hits on every level,” Abraira, who attended the grand opening and went back the following night with her husband, tells New Times. “When you walk in, you are transported into this beautiful space that envelops you from the roses on the ceiling and the swing in the entranceway, perfect for that photo opportunity, to the dining room, which exudes beautiful earth tones.”
The menu is a hybrid of fine dining and authentic Mexican. Preliminary favorites include duck carnitas tacos served on blue corn tortillas for $27, a Yucatan-style ceviche with corvina filet and leche de tigre for $32, a 32-ounce, dry-aged porterhouse for $245, and crab-stuffed enchiladas for $35.
The restaurant also has a wine list of more than 120 bottles of wine and a slate of signature tequila cocktails.
On the opening, she says, “From Casa Matilda’s coastal allure to the distinct flavors of Matilda’s Taco Bar and the diverse offerings at Matilda’s Kitchen, my trio of South Beach businesses reflect a mosaic of passion and dedication. As a Black female entrepreneur, my drive is rooted in humility and pride, inspired by the unwavering support of my beautiful daughter.”
While its nightlife scene has been bumping, Casa Matilda also just opened for lunch — it’s now open from noon to 5 p.m. daily, and who knows who you may see then, too.
Casa Matilda. 411 Washington Ave., Miami Beach; 786-686-6682; casamatildasteakhouse.com. Lunch: Daily noon to 5 p.m.; dinner: Monday through Wednesday 5 p.m. to midnight and Thursday through Sunday 5 p.m. to midnight.
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