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Catharsis Restaurant + Lounge

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Address:
1644 SW 8th Street
Miami, FL 33135

Neighborhood:
Miami

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Cuisine:
Latin American

Price: $30 and under

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Catharsis Restaurant + Lounge Details

Dining Style: Casual Dining
Website: http://www.catharsisrestaurant.com/
Email: catharsisrestaurant@gmail.com
Phone: (305) 479-2746
Hours of Operation: Lunch: Monday - Friday: : 11:00 am - 3:00 pm; Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 6:00pm - 10:30pm, Friday - Saturday: 6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Payment Options: AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Latin American
Dress Code: Casual Dress
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

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Parking: Public Lot
Parking Details: Valet parking is available.

A word from Catharsis Restaurant + Lounge

A visit to Catharsis promises a delicious fusion of Latin cuisine, lively bar scene, great happy hour specials, and funky latin beats.

Catharsis Restaurant + Lounge

4.3

36 $30 and under restaurant

Awards voted by OpenTable diners

Diners' Choice WinnerBest Service

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35 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

35 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

neighborhood gem(25)
fit for foodies(21)
good for groups(13)

romantic(13)
special occasion(13)
hot spot(9)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (35)

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent food, service,

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/13/2012

2010

Dined on 04/13/2012

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Excellent food, service, drinks and ambiance. The owners were very accommodating to our large group! I would definitely take advantage of the $7 group valet parking."

Dined on 04/13/2012

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food was exellent, the Local

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/07/2012

2007

Dined on 04/07/2012

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Food was exellent, the Local band (3 ladies) were fantastic."

Dined on 04/07/2012

2007

Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Good Food + Live Music = Fun Night

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/31/2012

2010

Dined on 03/31/2012

2010

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Catharsis strives to offer you a great night out by combining "inventive" Cuban/Argentinean dishes w/ a live classic Latin music show (9:30PM on Sat). The overall space is quite small and every table was booked when we arrived; so it’s no surprise that the place is very LOUD!! Just be prepared to helplessly eavesdrop on the latest "chisme” and “jibberjabber”. Bustling waiters swooping by your chair can also be expected given Catharsis’ popularity among the local, more mature crowd of food enthusiasts and music lovers alike. Food was slightly above average, yet each plate incorporated a creative blend of flavors. Try the "guava" Soufflé. Staff is very accommodating. Go 2 Catharsis; make sure you book early + cheer the band on for an encore."

Dined on 03/31/2012

2010

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Truffle pasta anyone??? This

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/10/2012

2007

Dined on 03/10/2012

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Truffle pasta anyone??? This is one great dish which we hope is always on the menu. The corvina with guava is tasty too along with the shortribs. More so, the service is very professional and attentive, even with large crowds which is key in fickle Miami. Save room for dessert because the souffles are heavenly!"

Dined on 03/10/2012

2007

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We absolutely loved this restaurant

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/18/2012

2011

Dined on 02/18/2012

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We absolutely loved this restaurant and will dine there often. It's the way a restaurant should be....food was delicious and inovative, service was extremely attentive, prices reasonable. What else can I say? It was a great experience."

Dined on 02/18/2012

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Had heard great things about

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/02/2012

2012

Dined on 03/02/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Had heard great things about Catharsis and wanted to check it out. Wow! They weren't kidding. The food was delicious, the service friendly and effecient and the ambiance warm and welcoming. Can't wait ot visit again!"

Dined on 03/02/2012

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Always Great

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/03/2012

2011

Dined on 03/03/2012

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We love having dinner at Catharsis. Amazing food at an unexpected locale. Who would think Calle Ocho would have such a great trendy restaurant? Every time we visit there are more diners. I think this place is well on its way. And this time we got to hear cool Latin folk musicians. Nice. Note: The housemade breadsticks are incredible!"

Dined on 03/03/2012

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Overall rating

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/24/2012

2008

Dined on 02/24/2012

2008

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Nice place. Food needs to improve. Everything arrived cold. Will give a 2nd try"

Dined on 02/24/2012

2008

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

We continue to go often to

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/17/2012

2004

Dined on 02/17/2012

2004

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We continue to go often to Catharsis. Very tasty apps and dishes. Good selection of wines. Reasonable prices."

Dined on 02/17/2012

2004

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great time and great food!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/11/2012

2006

Dined on 02/11/2012

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great restaurant. We had a great meal at reasonable prices. The atmosphere was terrific the live music was great and enjoyed talking to both the tables next to us. A must try if in Miami. Thank you Ambassador for the ride home!!!!!"