Estación Central

Name: Estación Central
Address: 121 SE 1st St, Miami, FL, United States, 33131-1413
Telephone: (305) 420-2205
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 3.9

3.9

60 Reviews

$30 and under

Spanish

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A gastronomic project based on a homemade and traditional cuisine where tapas are the fundamental base of this new gastronomic offer at Estación Central – Casa de Tapas Miami Downtown.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 28, 2023

7:00 PM

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Spanish
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(305) 420-2205
Website
http://www.estacioncentralmiami.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Cesar Gonzalez

Location
121 SE 1st St, Miami, FL 33131-1413
Neighborhood
Downtown Miami
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 60 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.9

3.9 based on recent ratings

4Food
4Service
3.9Ambience
3.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Miami - Dade
Good for groups
Downtown Areas
Good for groups
Downtown Areas
Neighborhood gem

60 Reviews

KM
KellyM
Miami
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 8, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience4
Really great food and really cute atmosphere. Just be careful tip is already included and then they still ask if you want to leave a tip at the end.
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KatherineM
Miami
4 reviews
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 8, 2023
overall1food1service2ambience5
The calamari was overly salted, chunks of what seemed like Maldon salt were in the batter. The jamón ibérico did not taste fresh, it was slimy like when a ham is about to turn. The "saving" grace was the croquetas. The waitress also didn't disclose that a 20% tip was already included in the bill, so we ended up tipping 40%. We were so disappointed in the overall food and the menu- there are very limited options and everything seems to be drenched or offered with garlic aioli. The couple next to us ordered the paella and we asked how it was as we were considering it & they said they did not enjoy it. Overall we only got three appetizers and two drinks.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on October 1, 2023
overall2food2service1ambience2
The food isn’t bad but was expecting more from the comments and reviews I saw. The only thing that was as I expected were the croquetas
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OpenTable Diner
Czech Republic
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Very good food and environment but too expensive. We had 4 tapas, a beer and a glass of wine and país uS$ 104, for a coupé
Estación CentralResponded on September 11, 2023
Thank you for sharing your experience at Estacion Central, the best authentic Spanish restaurant in Miami! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed an authentic Spanish culinary experience at our restaurant. Our goal is to transport our guests to Spain through our dishes and ambiance. It is gratifying to know that we were able to do that for you.
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
Excellent attention from the waiters, Gerardo and Samantha the best when it comes to serving. The food excellent.
Estación CentralResponded on August 23, 2023
Thank you for sharing your experience at Estacion Central, the best authentic Spanish restaurant in Miami! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed an authentic Spanish culinary experience at our restaurant. Our goal is to transport our guests to Spain through our dishes and ambiance. It is gratifying to know that we were able to do that for you.
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is my second time here and I loved it as usal best service and great food
Estación CentralResponded on August 23, 2023
Thank you for sharing your experience at Estacion Central, the best authentic Spanish restaurant in Miami! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed an authentic Spanish culinary experience at our restaurant. Our goal is to transport our guests to Spain through our dishes and ambiance. It is gratifying to know that we were able to do that for you.
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OpenTable Diner
Unspecified
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
El servicio en este restaurante es excelente. La mesera que nos atendió fue muy atenta y preocupada por nuestra hija que no come ese tipo de comida. La calidad de las croquetas es insuperable. Si vas, pide esa tapa! Fue una buena elección 👏
Estación CentralResponded on August 13, 2023
Thank you for sharing your experience at Estacion Central, the best authentic Spanish restaurant in Miami! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed an authentic Spanish culinary experience at our restaurant. Our goal is to transport our guests to Spain through our dishes and ambiance. It is gratifying to know that we were able to do that for you.
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 4, 2023
overall1food1service2ambience1
A total disrespect to Spanish cuisine. The Tapas concept is a total fiasco and over price for the poor quality ingredients. I found a long hair on my fabada, los chicharrones were 4 little pieces for over $20. Las tórrejas a disappointment. The only thing we enjoyed was the wine and Mariana’s service. The prices on the website are totally different for the reality as well as the menu. 😡
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantástica atención desde la llegada, comimos riquísimo, lo recomendamos ampliamente.
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RobertS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excelente y muy típica la comida española . Me gustaría que tuviera. Algunos show en vivo como el flamenco .
Estación CentralResponded on July 5, 2023
¡Gracias por tu maravilloso comentario sobre Estación Central! Nos alegra mucho saber que disfrutaste de tu experiencia con nosotros. Trabajamos arduamente para brindar un servicio excepcional y nos complace saber que lo logramos contigo. ¡Esperamos verte pronto de nuevo y seguir superando tus expectativas! ¡Gracias por tu apoyo y por ser parte de la familia Estación Central!
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RolandoL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excelente restaurant , very nice , super recommended
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JulietteP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very good service and the food was excellent!
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2023
overall2food2service4ambience4
No lo recomiendo, para nosotros lo peor fue la comida y el flan ni lo prueben.
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RobertoOnorato
Miami
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2023
overall3food1service5ambience3
La comida fría y la regrese y todavía llego fría, pero helada de nevera
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Aramy
Miami
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Acogedor sitio, la atención fue súper buena y la cómoda estaba deliciosa. incredible experience, the comfort was great and delicious
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
2 reviews
vip
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall1food1service3ambience1
One of the worst tapas in the world… the quality and flavor was poor. Please don’t try the Ropa Vieja, it tastes like real old clothes. Service was just ok.
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Juankg
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 12, 2023
overall2food2service4ambience1
Music extremely high !! Service ok, but could be much better. Manager a bit rude. Not interested about our complains. I will not return there.
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place! Love the overall decor and authentic Spanish tapas. Service was great and food was very flavorful, would absolutely recommend for groups or intimate dining.
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RubenL
Fort Lauderdale
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place for dinner!! I love the service as well, Geraldo was wondering!!
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E2323
Miami
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2023
overall3food4service4ambience2
A/C was not working properly and it was slightly uncomfortable in dining room.
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JudithL
Miami
18 reviews
vip
2.0
18 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience3
The place look good, the food is ok, the service was horrible, the don’t have enough staff. The prices very high. You have to check your bill and you will find out that something is wrong. They can’t explain what they are charging you. My fist time there and my last.
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JuanM
Caribbean
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on April 23, 2023
overall2food3service2ambience1
They call us to confirm the reservation but they didn't advise that the AC was broken and it was not comfortable in the restaurant. We order two bottles of wine and the waitress never came to the table to serve and the water.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 21, 2023
overall3food4service4ambience3
It was our anniversary . Nothing special no even a cake and I put in my reservation I order creams catalana I took 25 minutes to came to the table . We order a paella and took least the 20 minutes .. the chef o werever. Person was on the line was watching a béisbol game in his iPhone . They should doing something about not to many employed . And charge 20% service charge … the food is great . I’m not coming back
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely restaurant! This cozy restaurant has left the best impressions! Hospitable hosts, delicious dishes, beautiful presentation, nice wine list and wonderful dessert Crema Catalana. I recommend to everyone! Excellent service from our waitress Marina
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
4 reviews
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
Food was bad in general. Service was extremely slow and waiter kept forgetting things. We spent $500 for a greasy mediocre meal and bad service. Not recommending and never going back.
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SaraR
Miami
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 7, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Really good spanish restaurant, delicious tapas I really recommend Pulpo, Croquetas, Arroz del señorito y Cheesecake Vasco.
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MaryA
Miami
42 reviews
vip
5.0
42 reviews
Dined on April 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best place in Miami to have tapas and Spanish food. Most have kept secret in town.
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I booked the reservation for my parents 24th anniversary
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on April 2, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience5
Bad customer service, we arrived with a reservation and after 20 minutes no one attended us at the table, no waiter, the manager came over but didn't bother to apologize, only the hostess when we decided to leave worried about apologizing. Small errors can affect a customer's perception.
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IvonneS
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is very good, the combination of flavors is incredible, the atmosphere is very nice, and the service is very good.
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service!!!! Food was excellent ,thank you
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ErnestoP
Tallahassee
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
Great food very authentic, great service and beautiful place
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AdalbertoL
Miami
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall2food3service1ambience3
Pésimo servicio nada de atención a las necesidades en la mesa demasiada demora para atenderte en general muy mal servicio algo q deben mejorar. La comida en general buena
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place, the food was amazing and the service from Rodrigo was the best, he gave great recommendations and was very helpful!
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing experience, the food and the croquetas 10/10 it was a birthday celebration and they were friendly, helpful and they also took care of all the requested things!
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Eduardo
Miami
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best Spanish restaurant in Miami
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luceror
Miami
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Great food
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JorgeH
Miami
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great job, guys. We love your place, well be back shortly
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OpenTable Diner
Exclusive
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 20, 2023
overall3food2service2ambience4
I found out about this place via social media and the page that recommended it had great things to say about it but unfortunately that wasn’t the case for our experience. When we walked in there was no hostess up and waited a while to be seated, turns out there was only one waitress serving all the tables and hosting. The restaurant had a few patrons but one waitress is unable to provide the proper service a patron expects when being charged 18% service on the bill. Overall the food was underwhelming and the service was decent but for the price I wouldn’t recommend it.
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JoseP
Orlando
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience4
Small portions. Very good menu options. Still surprised a Spanish restaurant that don’t offer Sidra. The waitress try to do their best but kitchen delivery meals as ready not all at once including side portions. A bit delayed service . The parking is not available as common in downtown, 10 $ per hr or 15 $ 2 hrs or Valet.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily

Screening
- Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Estación Central is rated 3.9 stars by 60 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 28, 2023

7:00 PM

121 SE 1st St, Miami, FL 33131-1413

Additional information

Neighborhood
Downtown Miami
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Spanish
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Cesar Gonzalez
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.estacioncentralmiami.com/
Phone number
(305) 420-2205

Estación Central

Make a reservation

Additional information

Menu

What 60 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

How is Estación Central restaurant rated?

Is Estación Central currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information