George M.
Yelp
I decided to check out this place based on all the buzz it's been receiving on social media. Located somewhat discreetly off Collins Avenue and 10th Street in Miami, it's connected to Essex House by Clevelander.
Upon arrival, I noticed a lovely outdoor area for the restaurant, which was quite spacious and tastefully decorated. The standout feature was undoubtedly the massive Bacon B*tch logo against the wall, surrounded by lush greenery and leaves.
However, I have to say that the place was way more crowded than I had anticipated. When I inquired with the hostess, she assured me there was no wait time, and for a Saturday morning, it wasn't considered particularly busy. But to my surprise, everyone seemed to be jostling for space, both inside while placing orders and outside to secure tables. There was even a considerable line extending inside the restaurant. It's worth noting that there is no indoor seating available, and this caused some congestion.
Another aspect that was a bit frustrating was that you could only place takeout orders indoors and not at the front desk with the other staff outside. This was particularly inconvenient for those who wanted a quick grab-and-go option.
Despite the initial chaos, I decided to brave the crowds and head inside. Once at the counter, I encountered difficulty hearing the staff member taking orders due to the noise and commotion. I was handed a menu, but it was challenging to peruse it properly because of the crowded conditions. In the end, I placed my order somewhat reluctantly, and it took a rather lengthy 20-25 minutes to be ready.
I ordered what I thought was a bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich, but I realized it was a chicken bacon sandwich when I got to my car, several blocks away. At that point, I didn't want to navigate my way back through the crowd just to exchange it, so I went with it. Unfortunately, the chicken and bacon turned out to be quite chewy, the bread was average, and it had honey mustard, which isn't my favorite. Overall, I wasn't impressed with the sandwich, especially considering its price point at $15.39. In my opinion, it wasn't a good value for money, even in Miami.
I might consider returning, but it would definitely be on a less crowded weekday when I can take my time to carefully review the menu.