Niño Gordo Wynwood

This new restaurant was an interesting experience with regards to food, service and ambiance. The atmosphere was good; however, the dimmed red light doesn’t help that much to read the menu or fully appreciate the presentation of the food in the plates. It’s a new experience and has an interesting decor. Also, the server very knowledgeable of the menu.

El Niño Gordo in Wynwood is a feast for the eyes before you even take your first bite. The decor is stunning, with a cyberpunk edge fused with Japanese influences that make the whole space feel like you’ve stepped into another world. The service was top-notch; the staff took their time to thoughtfully walk us through the menu and the inspiration behind each dish, which really elevated the dining experience. The dumplings were packed with flavor, and the katsu sandwich hit that perfect balance of tender, savory, and satisfying. If there’s one area for improvement, it would be to expand the menu a bit to give diners even more to explore. Also, don’t miss the hidden gem in the back, a sushi speakeasy with its own intriguing vibe that’s absolutely worth checking out.

Nino Gordo nails it. I want to live inside Nino Gordo. It's incredible. So much creativity and pure joy. My husband and I both got Udon. The portion was huge and meant for sharing. The food is beautiful and an explosion of deliciousness in your mouth! Service was excellent. Our server, Lau, did an incredible job along with the rest of the waitstaff. We had a cocktail in the hidden Japanese trucker room called Dekotora and it was like I was in Tokyo again. The bathroom is a chef’s kiss! We will definitely be back and try more things.

I had a good experience at this Southeast Asian restaurant! The highlight was definitely the waiter, he was Spanish and absolutely amazing, super friendly and attentive throughout the meal. The dumplings were amazing and the best of the night, perfectly cooked, flavorful, and just the right size.

We were excited to try this new speakeasy and had high expectations. At first glance, the place is very unique, the decorations and the atmosphere were the highlights of the experience. However, we felt that everything else fell extremely short. To start, the menu is very limited and ridiculously overpriced. We ordered a Katsu-Sando, a steak sandwhich priced at $56. The waitress explained the ingredients and the preparation and set a very high expectation, stating they used imported steak from Argentina, and Asian-style bread. What arrived felt like something you prepare using leftover food at home. It bland tasting, rare piece of milanesa steak on crustless toast with “Japanese Mayo” that tasted like Dijon mustard. We also ordered a mint, lychee, lime, and pineapple juice with no ice that was extremely watered down, it would’ve been great if it had more flavor. I definitely would not return, although the atmosphere and service were great. The pricing is outright ridiculous for what you receive. Extremely underwhelming experience.

Excellent place to experience something different. What I liked the most, beyond the ambiance and the top-notch service, was the authenticity of the dishes. Each dish offers a mix of flavors and textures that keep you present and truly enjoying the moment. I loved it.

I really tried my hardest to enjoy this new Southeast Asian spot, but it fell short. I liked the speakeasy vibe, but the lighting may have killed it. The place was way too dark; people next to us were using flashlights to try and see the menu better. The dumplings and Katsu mayo were great, but the rest was forgettable. The mango sticky rice was bland, undercooked, and served cold. The worst part of my experience was the red lighting strips directly at eye level, where you’re basically staring into a glowing tube the whole night. They need to tone that down and add a couple ceiling lights. On the bright side, the cocktails were excellent.

I had an excellent experience. The service was outstanding—staff was attentive and professional at all times. The food was delicious, with authentic flavors and great presentation. On top of that, the location is incredible, creating the perfect atmosphere for a memorable visit. I’ll definitely be back.

1/2 As a professional chef and an insatiable foodie, I tend to have high expectations when visiting new restaurants. Last night, I had the opportunity to check out Niño Gordo in Wynwood--a concept that immediately impresses with its ambiance: a beautiful fusion of Asian aesthetics and glamorous design, including a golden dining room that sets the tone for a high-end culinary experience. From the start, the service was excellent. Our server explained that the menu follows a Family Share Meals concept. We began with a tartare (well-executed), some dumplings with a generous portion and great flavor, and a side of kimchi that was, unfortunately, over-fermented and bland. For the main course, we ordered the duck--one of their signature dishes, according to the server. Sadly, it was a major letdown. A very small duck breast served with a steamed bok choy that lacked seasoning. At $59, this dish was underwhelming in flavor, portion size, and overall value. To be honest, I'd rather go to Tropical Chinese on Bird Rd. and order their Peking duck, which comes with all the traditional accompaniments, costs about the same, and can feed two to four people. Our total bill for just three dishes, one Coca-Cola, and a beer (no dessert), came to $160 with tip included. It's not about the money--it's about the value and the overall experience. When the flavors fall short of the concept's promise, it holds you back from exploring more of the menu. I give Niño Gordo 3.5 stars because the place has real potential: the ambiance is top-notch, the staff is attentive, and the concept is exciting. If the owners read this, I genuinely hope they reconsider the portion sizes, elevate the flavors, and reassess the value of each dish. Niño Gordo could easily become one of the best modern Chinese restaurants in Miami--especially in a neighborhood that still lacks standout Chinese cuisine. I truly hope they get there.

Girlfriend took me here on a date for my birthday after seeing a Facebook post. Place acts like a speakeasy with an almost hidden factor. They are strict on timing as our reservation was at 6 and they were adament about not letting anything in until a little after 6. I would think the place is reservation only but I believe someone came in to sit and eat at the bar. Place looks cool and as you can tell from the pictures, the light is very red, making pictures come out like you're using a phone from 2004. Might be part of the appeal in that if you really want to experience the place, well come show up. Like most places in wynwood its pretty expensive. Its definitely not a last minute decision type of food place for us lower income folks. But it definitely was great for a celebration. I dont remember the names of the foods we had but we had the sandwich which was probably the best thing in the menu. We also had something that utilized cauliflower and something with eel. I dont like fishy tastes so its obvious what I liked most. The desert was some weird mango thing with ice cream which was good. But again the highlight was really the sandwich. I wouldn't say id come here again since the menu isn't meant for picky eaters and the price is hefty. But for the experience and kindness of all the staff it is worth to try at least once. Side note I put up pictures of the bathroom which I normally dont do but it was super clean and the toilet is one of those fancy ones. Almost thought Jon Hamm was going to talk to me.

Don't bother coming here. Horrible food and even worse service. Food takes forever to come to your table with the excuse of it being family style. (The portions are so small) The decor is extremely disorienting as well. Super expensive and not worth it. Waiters are nice though

Ok but I don't understand the hype. THE PLACE: Located in Wynwood, street parking is probably your only option and can always be extremely tricky to find. Outside they have a giant mural with an alligator and a boy - make sure to pay attention that the door is hidden within this mural - I like many others walked past it. Inside, the restaurant is super tiny, but full of vibrant colors, mirrors, and cool lighting . THE FOOD: Upon seating, we ordered a round of drinks, I had the cherry Negroni 3/5 - nice taste great presentation, but I'm sure it was less than half of a cup, considering the big block of ice that they put. We tried several dishes and shared it between four people. Whenever a dish was brought out someone would come out and explain exactly what it was and how it was cooked. This really added to the experience and we were grateful for it. On our visit we had: Dumplings 2/5 - the dumpling itself had parts in which were hard as if it were undercooked, flavor was off and on the bland side, scallops 5/5 absolutely delicious and perfect and texture and ingredient contrast, udon 5/5 a bit slimy in texture, but tasted incredible, Waygu sando (highly promoted everywhere!) 1/5 was an absolute disappointment and so overpriced! The bread was a nice crunchy, soft texture nothing special, the meat was tender but unseasoned and frankly felt unsalted and finally the tuna 2/5 it was OK, again nothing special under very underwhelming. For dessert, we had the miso flan 5/5 - surprisingly thick creamy and rich texture, with a beautiful blend of salty and sweet. THE SERVICE: Our water cups were constantly refilled, and we were always attended to, and the staff was fantastic. Our waiter was also the guy who would come and speak to us about each dish - I wish I could remember his name because he was the best. Towards the end of our visit, a woman started taking our orders -in fact when we ordered our dessert . When it was time to pay, we split the check between four people and each time she would give us a cardholder so we can process our payment. When half of the group had paid, she rudely interrupted and stated " have we done something wrong? None of you have tipped us at all." - she said this with entitlement, greed, and attitude. Not only was she incorrect in her statement, because half of those had already given the tip and the other half hadn't paid yet, and we're also going to give her cash. But she was so rude! Disgusting. I don't understand why anyone thinks it's OK to say this. While tip is customary, let's remember is not obligatory. That really killed the energy for us and I will likely be more encouraged to not recommend the restaurant for it.

This new restaurant was an interesting experience with regards to food, service and ambiance. The atmosphere was good; however, the dimmed red light doesn't help that much to read the menu or fully appreciate the presentation of the food in the plates. It's a new experience and has an interesting decor. Also, the server very knowledgeable of the menu.

Nino Gordo is an Asian restaurant from Argentina, and if you're walking by too fast, you might actually miss it. The restaurant has cool mural art, and the entrance blends right into the wall. The concept and ambiance are trendy and interesting, and I'm always open to trying new spots to see if they're worth a second visit. I wanted to love it, but it just didn't deliver. First off, it's tiny. The tables are so close together, it felt like we were practically sharing dinner with the people behind us. There's barely any space to move, and it made the whole experience feel cramped. Now for the food....this is definitely one of those places where you eat and leave hungry LOL. The prices are wild. Four scallops cost $49. Two katsu sliders (which we cut into four pieces to share) were $56. I love Asian food, but this felt more like "art food" than an actual meal with flavor. The vegetarian udon looked cool (I guess).....green noodles with this foamy topping that made it look like a witch's cauldron, but it didn't taste like much. The fried rice tasted like plain white rice lmao. We even asked about getting the rice without seafood and were told not to, because "most of the flavor" comes from the crab and prawns. Even with it, it was super basic. The only dishes I actually liked were the cauliflower karaage and the ribeye. The ribeye came with lettuce wraps, a little rice, and chili flakes, but if you're sharing, it's not enough to go around. There's a speakeasy in the back that serves sushi, but you need a reservation. It's a tiny room with maybe five tables and a small bar. Cute, but not somewhere you can just walk into. In the end, I'm glad I went just to try it, but I wouldn't go back. It has a cool aesthetic, but it wasn't worth the hype or the price. Our table spent over $600 and I left needing more food.

We came to Nino Gordo for two specific reasons: karaoke and Becca -- and WOW, both exceeded expectations! Becca absolutely made the night. She crafted the most delicious, creative mocktails for our large group and somehow managed to do it lightning fast without sacrificing quality. Every drink was beautifully balanced, fun, and unique -- not your average mocktail. You can tell she genuinely enjoys the art of what she does, and it made the whole experience even better. The karaoke setup was super fun, and the vibe of the place overall was perfect for a group outing. We left buzzing with good energy and already talking about when we'd be back. If you're looking for a spot that combines amazing drinks, good energy, and karaoke fun, this is it -- and if Becca's behind the bar, you're in for a treat. Ask for Becca Highly recommend!

The place is wonderful! Definitely loved the decoration and ambience. The service was great. Everyone was very nice and welcoming. Our favorite dishes were the katsu sando, dumplings and you HAVE to try the mis flan. The tuna tataki was different but delicious compared to other restaurants. The mango rice definitely needs some work still. It tastes like arroz con leche but without sugar. The mango ice cream on top of it was sour but delicious.

Loved the retro vibe and how they made the most of the small space -- super cool atmosphere. But the food was overpriced and just okay. Octopus curry had a good sauce but was tiny and forgettable, and the squid + dumplings were way too al dente. We don't mind paying for amazing food, but for mediocre and overpriced? Hard pass.

The decoration is very cute, unfortunately we can't eat it.. was looking forward to this place unfortunately it did not meet our expectations. Food was underwhelming and lacking flavor. Fry rice was pale and nothing like a fry rice. The duck skin had zero crisp you cannot list a menu item as pecking duck if the skin is going to be soggy. Overall won't go back, staff was friendly seemed a bit flustered. Plates looked better than they tasted.

Very loud in the restaurant says family dining very small portions the food was fine but very small portions plus it was a little dark you couldn't see what you were eating the waiters were very friendly the ambience is very loud can't have a conversation I would not recommend this restaurant

A beautiful experience from start to finish! I had such a memorable evening at Nino Gordo, the decor is absolutely stunning, with every detail thoughtfully designed to create a warm, upscale atmosphere. It feels modern and elegant but still cozy, which made it perfect for a relaxed dinner out. What made the experience even better was our waiter, Manolo. He was genuinely kind, attentive without hovering, and made thoughtful recommendations that we loved. You can tell he enjoys what he does, it really added to the entire evening. The food was excellent, but honestly, the ambiance and service are what will bring me back. Highly recommend Nino Gorod for a date night, a celebration, or just a beautiful dinner in the city.

A Hidden Gem You Might Miss if You Blink This Argentina-Asian fusion spot is easy to miss--there are no windows, just a single, unassuming door. But step inside, and you're in for a treat. The menu is small but everything I tried, from the scallops to the duck, was packed with flavor. There's also a secret bonus: a speakeasy bar tucked away inside. It's a super cool space where you can enjoy expertly made cocktails and fresh sushi from an in-house chef. I'll definitely be going back.

Walking into Niño Gordo feels like stepping into a neon-lit dream--bold colors, buzzing energy, and a menu full of surprises. It's playful, edgy, and effortlessly cool, with a fusion of Latin and Asian flavors that actually works. From the moment we arrived, the hospitality stood out. Dave greeted us warmly and checked in throughout the evening--a thoughtful touch that made us feel welcome. Our service team was outstanding. Mando, who was training Alise, led with grace, confidence, and deep knowledge of the menu. It was clear he takes pride in what he does--and Alise is in excellent hands. She was warm, attentive, and already delivering great service. Together, they made the evening feel smooth, friendly, and effortless. We shared several small plates, and everything was excellent: * The mushrooms were my personal favorite--deeply savory and full of umami. * The Peking duck was a big hit with the guys at the table. The Peking duck was rich, flavorful, and beautifully prepared--tender meat with deep, savory notes and just a hint of sweetness from the glaze. * The fried rice was rich, satisfying, and layered with flavor. * We also loved the Gordo dumplings and cauliflower karaage--both dishes packed a punch. And we're so glad we saved room for dessert: * The miso flan had a perfect salty-sweet balance. * The mango sorbet over a rice styled pudding was refreshing, creamy, and delightfully different. The cocktails are just as creative as the food. I loved the Red Bean Old Fashioned--incredibly smooth and balanced. After dinner, we were invited into their secret back bar, where we ended the night with a tamarind-infused cocktail that was cool, tangy, and unexpected--in the best way. Niño Gordo is more than a restaurant--it's a vibe. The flavors, the people, the space--it all comes together beautifully. We'll definitely be back!

Listen, I went there last night and im going to keep it a buck 5k , idk who all these people are giving these amazing reviews, y'all most def got me fooled..... the old fashioned was fire I give them that... the cherry blossom Negroni was good too , not spectacular but good..the margarita had a weird flavor it wasn't bad, but I'm not gonna say that it was good, maybe it was the Japanese twist that threw me off... Now the crab fried rice was mediocre at best, lacking flavor, the shrimps were alright , I could make a better fried rice. Now the appetizers we tried the scallops, also alright , I was expecting way better for $49... the dumplings were Oooo-k. For me it was a 1 and done , I wouldn't go back for an old fashioned... "hidden gem". LMAOOO, YEAH unless they paid yall to write that word. No idea how this place had all this hype and was supposedly difficult for a reservation... Michelin chef??? I do have to point out The service was great Anyways, not here to bash bc if a place is fire I'll drop the glowing reviews. But , I always like to try new places , so for me it was about that... Conclusion= another Miami hype , me personally I wouldn't go back

Overall we had a very weird and uncomfortable experience here. When we arrived for our reservation, we had to wait an additional 35 minutes to be seated. The staff did pass out prosecco which was nice. Service was extremely slow. We didn't receive our cocktails until we got our 4th plate of food and between our 4th plate and 5th plate (the ribeye), it took an hour. What was extremely strange, was our waitress told us that the table behind us had paid our bill. The way she framed it to us, was that it was "our lucky day," and that they paid the bill for us. We were so grateful and felt like we at least wanted to leave a tip for her so we did. Then, an hour later, I got a text from her saying we didn't pay our bill and if we could come back. We were all so confused...there was four of us, who all spoke Spanish, and interpreted that dinner was paid for by another table. We didn't want to cause any issues, so we of course went back and our waitress explained that the table behind us had paid for our check instead of theirs (which was $60 more), and what she meant was that we were to pay for their check. That sounds like an error that she/the restaurant made and to be honest, was not really our problem. They wanted us to cover their mistake, and it seems like the table who paid our bill didn't realize they actually paid more. We still paid for it, but really horrible experience. The food was mid. The only memorable dishes were the udon and the flan, everything else was alright and not worth the price. We won't be going back, this is just a tik-tok hyped place.

Heard about this place from a friend in Mexico City. She said "despite just opening, eyes closed, this place is a winner". My wife and two daughters and I trusted her, so we went for family dinner and were not disappointed. This was one of the best, most unexpected, delicious meals we've ever had in Miami. The experience begins walking thorough an invisible door off the street then you are immediately embraced by a mixture of Asian kitsch, and modern cool( hidden speakeasy to be found...). We were quickly introduced to Manolo, our very capable server, who shared a relatively small but interesting mix of Asian and Argentinean cuisines. May sound forced, but believe me the blends are subtle and delicious. Dishes that we would recommend are the scallops, cauliflower, duck and the miso flan. Cocktails are quality, including a Manojo mezcal Palomita that sealed our evening. This is a gem!