Mendez Fuel

"We wish every gas station in Miami was like Mendez Fuel. You can definitely pick up a Zephyrhills and a pack of American Spirits here, but please don’t let that be the only thing you do. This convenience store located in a Mobile gas station is so well curated that it puts a lot of so-called gourmet shops to shame. We love it for its selection of sake and craft beers along with adaptogen-infused tonics that are perfect when you’ve discovered that last night’s partying has come at a price. The snack selection is solid, too, and includes some made-in-Miami favorites like Exquisito Chocolates and Pastelito Papi." - carlos c olaechea, ryan pfeffer

"Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Butter Cups From Exquisito Chocolates We stopped at this gas station/convenience store on Coral Way for a bottle of water and found the Cave of Wonders. Besides having an amazing selection of wine, sake, craft beers, and even adaptogen-infused beverages to alleviate the effects of last night’s borrachera, they sell Miami’s very own Exquisito Chocolates. While we love the chocolate maker’s Little Havana storefront, it’s nice to know we can find their exquisite chocolates after they close shop for the day and on their days off. Their take on peanut butter cups are made with hazelnut ganache, and the description on the packaging says it better than us: “Picture if your favorite childhood treat went off and got its PhD.” These little bonbons really do feel like an upgraded version of what you’d get in your trick-or-treat bag." - ryan pfeffer, carlos c olaechea

"This small local chain of convenience stores has a handful of locations throughout Miami. We like their Coral Way shop for its proximity to some great restaurants. And while you can fill your car up with regular unleaded here, we feel that the “fuel” in Mendez Fuel actually applies to filling your belly. We love their selection of electrolyte-infused waters and adaptogen-enhanced tonics, including a selection of alcohol-free cocktails that actually taste good. But Mendez Fuel also has a selection of great local craft beer, wine, and sake. Make sure to grab one of Miami’s very own Exquisito Chocolate bars or other made-in-Florida snacks while you're there." - Carlos C Olaechea

"Mendez Fuel is a chain of Miami-based Mobil stations where customers are just as likely to peruse the racks of wine and beer as fill up their tanks. Twelve years ago, Michael Mendez bought the stations from a close friend..." - Patty Diez