Doug G.
Yelp
Review #1,500!! And I couldn't think of a more deserving spot than La Mulata!
La Mulata is a local, traditional, family owned Cuban spot sitting at the corner of Española Way and Washington Avenue in South Beach.
On our first night in Miami, we of course were scoping out Latin/Cuban spots that were within walking distance of our hotel, and La Mulata popped up and became the spot! Yelp certainly did not steer us wrong with this one.
La Mulata is a small spot, possibly more seating outdoors than indoors! They have a small bar you can belly up to in addition to a few two and four tops inside. Outside, the sidewalks are set with the same variety of tables but are covered and spaced out with fans to keep those who are brave enough to eat outdoors cool. We opted for an indoor table by the window, so we got the essence of outdoors with the comfort of indoors.
To keep in theme, La Mulata has an old Havana style in decor from floor to ceiling. Lots of vibrant colors, artwork and even a clothes line draped with clothes draped from window to window above the tables.
To start our experience we tossed an order in for chicken empanadas and a round of mango mojitos. Both were phenomenal, especially the mojito! For dinner we went super traditional with a Cuban sandwich on one side and the ropa vieja on the other. Both dishes were expertly prepared, hot, fresh and delivered to the table within just a few moment. To make a long story short, it was delicious!!
As if the food wasn't good enough, the service we received from entry to exit was next level! Lany, our server was beyond friendly and an absolutely pleasure! She was kind, funny, and easily the best waitress we had while in Miami!
Overall, we really enjoyed our experience at La Mulata. It certainly made the recommendation list, along with the "must return" list!