Pez Loco

4.7

35 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mexican

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Pez Loco is the brainchild of James Beard nominated Rising Star Chef Ari Taymor. Hailing from the west coast, Chef Taymor has been inspired by his time in the coastal areas of LA and Mexico and is dishing out bold flavors and innovation on every plate.

Pez Loco “Crazy Fish” wonderfully represents Chef Taymor’s fusion of these traditional dishes with his continued exploration of the diverse local ingredients that make South Florida unique, giving guests a boldly fresh take on Mexican coastal cuisine.

At Pez Loco guests can discover new flavors and sip creative craft tequila and mezcal cocktails, while surrounded in an energetic tropical ambiance.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 28, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Mexican, Seafood, Regional Mexican
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 12:30 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(305) 222-7768
Website
http://www.pezlocomiami.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Owned/operated by
LGBTQ+, Women
Executive chef
Ari Taymor
Catering
For private event inquiries email events@southboundhospitality.com
Private party facilities
For private event inquiries email events@southboundhospitality.com

Location
50 NW 24th St Ste 101, Miami, FL 33127
Neighborhood
Wynwood
Cross street
North Miami Ave
Parking details
Street parking available.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Chefs Counter Experience
$120.00 per person
Prepaid
Aug 1 - Sep 30, 2023
Featuring a chef's counter experience w/ a 5 course menu showcasing the best local ingredients through the lens of costal Mexico. Seated at our chefs counter, directly in front of our beautiful kitchen and talented team. We encourage to ask questions, interact and enjoy a dynamic, beautiful meal. Includes a glass of wine or signature cocktail. Menu will change weekly. Availability: Thu-Sat at the Chefs counter only — ROASTED SWEET POTATO — paprika crème fraiche, candied pepitas, cilantro — FRIED SHITAKE MUSHROOMS — lime aioli — POBLANO CAESAR SALAD — — CARNE ASADA — chimichurri — PLUM SORBET — meringue chip, elderflower liqueur soaked plums

Offers

Happy Hour
Jan 30 - Dec 31, 2023
Sun - Wed - 5:00 PM - 10:15 PM,Fri - Sat - 5:00 PM - 11:15 PM
Five & Dime Happy Hour. Every Day from 5-7pm.

Tuna Crudo$21.00
sinaloan style
Camarones a la Diabla$30.00
madegascar shrimp in chipotle adobada, fried mofongo
Shrimp Aguachile$20.00
jicama & meyer lemon aguachile, toasted chile arbol, crispy shallot; raw Nobashi Ebi shrimp
Seared Scallops$30.00
esquites miso corn sauce
Octopus Ragu$28.00
mezcal and octopus ragu, radiatore pasta, orange, and pecorino
Rice & Roe$18.00
spanish rice, salmon roe, crispy chili oil, pickled mushrooms, topped with fried egg
Po'Boy Ahogada$22.00
bolillo soaked in tomato sauce, fried oysters, lime aioli, pickled jimmy nardelo peppers

Tierra

Trio of House-Made Salsas$11.00
tostadas
Guacamole$17.00
tostadas
Sweet Potato Tamale$24.00
fermented coconut yogurt, sweet macha, truffle, hazelnut
Tepache Carrot Salad$18.00
rainbow carrots, grapefruit, jalapeno, tepache granita
Beets & Watermelon$18.00
kombu roasted beets, tequila balsamic compressed watermelon, coconut yogurt, pepita and beet crumble
Crispy Brussels$16.00
salsa macha and whipped goat cheese
Wood-Grilled Maitake Tacos$20.00
oyster mushroom with spicy cashew crema and pickled onion

Carne

Wagyu Brisket Queso Birria$21.00
a pair of birria quesadilla, guac verde, consommé
Pork Belly & Octopus$32.00
pan fried pork belly & octopus, salsa verde
Baby Back Ribs$32.00
braised-grilled ribs, avocado salad, fermented chile salsa
Adobo Grilled Half Chicken$31.00
poblano aioli, side of bitter greens
Duck Enmoladas$30.00
confit duck, molè soaked tortillas, creme fraiche, queso fresco, pickled sesame seed

Dulce

Baked Miami$14.00
key lime curd, graham cracker crumble, smoked marshmallow
Tres Leches Cake$14.00
dulce de leche, peach, mezcal, meringue
Jericalla$14.00
banana topped mexican creme brulee

Cocktails

Pez Loco Sangría$17.00
strawberry, almond, pineapple, orange, rosé
El Sueño$16.00
cinnamon, absinthe, angostura, falernum, mexican whiskey
Mezing around$17.00
hibiscus, cucumber, lime, mezcal
Dirty Beet$16.00
beet, lemon, chili pepper, tequila
Lo-Fi Gentian Margarita$17.00
lo-fi amaro, lime, agave, tequila
Fly Me To Tulum$16.00
jalapeño, lime, tequila
¡Ay Mami!$17.00
passion fruit, ginger, lime, rum, rye
The Monterita$18.00
amaro montenegro, don fulano, perfect margarita
Cactus Flower$16.00
lemon, almond, chili pepper, mezcal, orange blossom
Smoky Paloma$15.00
ojo del sol, chile, grapefruit, mezcal
Lost @ Sea$17.00
peach, mint, pineapple, honey, aquavit

Zero Proof

El Quetzal$12.00
seedlip citrus, strawberry, ginger, lime
El Jardin$12.00
seedlip garden, mint, pineapple, honey, lime

Beer

Lagunitas IPA, LA$8.00
Tulum Lager, MX$8.00
Modelo Especial, MX$8.00
Heineken Zero, GR$8.00

Sparkling

Select Spritz$11.00
Cava, Raventos, Blanc, Spain
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$55.00

Wine

Sauvignon Blanc, Ramblas Reales, Spain
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$45.00
Albariño, Burgans, Rias Baixas, Spain
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$48.00
Chardonnay, Joseph Drouhin, France
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$48.00
Harmonic Rosé, Spain
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$45.00
Cab Blend, Ramblas Reales, Spain
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$48.00
Pinot Noir, Salem Wine Co., Oregon
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$62.00
Malbec, Catena Paraje Altamira, Argentina
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$60.00

Mexican Spirits

other than agave

Abasolo Whiskey$20.00
Nixta Licor$16.00
Paranubes Rum$14.00
Sol Tarasco Mushroom Rum$16.00

Tequila

Blanco

Mijenta
- 2oz$12.00
Don Fulano
- 2oz$13.00
Ocho Plata
- 2oz$14.00
Fortaleza
- 2oz$18.00
Curado (Espadin, Cupraeta, Agave Azul)
- 2oz$14.00
G4
- 2oz$17.00

Reposado

Ocho
- 2oz$16.00
Artenom 1414
- 2oz$16.00
Dobel Diamante
- 2oz$15.00
Clase Azul
- 2oz$35.00
Don Julio
- 2oz$14.00
Don Fulano
- 2oz$16.00
G4
- 2oz$22.00

Anejo

Ocho
- 2oz$18.00
Artenom 1146
- 2oz$24.00
Don Julio
- 2oz$18.00
Don Fulano
- 2oz$20.00
Don Julio 1942
- 2oz$35.00
Komos Critalino
- 2oz$26.00
Komos Extra Anejo
- 2oz$69.00
G4 Extra Anejo
- 2oz$82.00

Mezcal

Oaxacan Espadín

La Tierre de Acre$12.00
Del Maguey Chichicapa$22.00
Mano y Corazon$22.00

Oaxacan Non-Espadin

Rey Campero Mexicano$22.00
Rey Campero Jabali$26.00
Rey Campero Madrecuixe$24.00
Mano y Corazon Riserva$27.00

Non-Oaxacan

Don Mateo Alto$24.00
Don Mateo Pechuga$27.00
Derrumbes Durango$20.00
Derrumbes Michoacán$22.00
Derrumbes Zacatecas$19.00
Mano y Corazon Tepeztate$33.00

What 35 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Miami - Dade
Healthy
Miami - Dade
Mexican
Downtown Areas
Healthy
Downtown Areas
Great for fine wines
Downtown Areas
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35 Reviews

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Alquimia79
Miami
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful ambiance, great food and very friendly staff. I highly recommend!!
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OpenTable Diner
Omaha
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went in on a Thursday night. It was very quiet in there but the atmosphere and service was wonderful. Wayne was our server and we tried a few different plates on the menu. The cocktails are creative and delicious. I recommend ordering a few plates to share amongst the table. It was a great experience and I would absolutely recommend Pez Loco if you are in the Miami area.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great ambience, great food! Unexpected combinations that work well together! The service was quick and nice
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We really liked the restaurant, the food was really good and we enjoyed the experience
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place to eat with great Mexican culinary food. Menu is limited but worth it.
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DevG
Washington DC
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food , excellent veg options. Staff were excellent and very casual/eclectic environment. Highly recommend this to any foodie.
Pez LocoResponded on July 31, 2023
Thank you! We really appreciate it.
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NoahG
Orange County
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 1, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Great dinner!! Amazing flavors, ring true to Mexican touch! Special place! Being Mexican and to be impressed like this is not easy! Chef and team, great job!!!
Pez LocoResponded on July 31, 2023
Thank you! We really appreciate it.
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GayleFulbright
San Diego
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on June 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First off the decor is beautiful The best part was our server Carlitos, so helpful so right on it. We had the Mushroom tacos and scallops tacos. AMAZING. The cocktail menu is so vast we had to try a couple because they were so unique HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Pez LocoResponded on July 31, 2023
Thank you! We really appreciate it.
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was excellent, the food was next level, and the decore was beautiful.
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GastronomicalMe
Chicago
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
The sweet potato tamale is a thing of dreams. The hazelnuts and the coconut yogurt is such an amazing thing!
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MarleneA
Miami
8 reviews
vip
1.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 1, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
The whole experience was horrible. Do not know hoe these places open in Miami. The service was very poor - they where nice but in regards to SERVICE they had no idea. The things we order where very “what ever”. The place is called PEZ and had only 5 items of seafood. The kitchen was backed up and the place was not even close to full. The things stated at the chefs review had nothing to do with my experience. Honestly very incongruent menu, flavors, and just not up to minimal standards.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
The restaurant is very Nice, fancy and the food delicious!
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Made my reservation for table dinning but upon arrival their lounge upstairs was vibrant and very welcome. The drinks are crafted to perfection and food was delicious. Server did a great job recommending the drinks and food. I will definitely be back soon!
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Mari
Miami
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall2food4service1ambience3
The food was tasty the service was poor! A person standing by the door/bar the entire time that look like the manager never even approach us to apologize for the waitresses dropping a bottle near us, glass was splattered everywhere, for the duplicates items on the bill and the insistency of the food service. Not happy with the service and not coming back!
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
5 reviews
vip
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience3
Good place for a last-minute reservation. But the service was really spotty. Very hard just to get a drink refill with dinner for example. Zero specials or any kind of experiential dining. Menu is limited.
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EddieA
Miami
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great dinner, clean and good ambiance.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
3 reviews
vip
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2022
overall1food1service3ambience1
What a terrible experience. The restaurant was completely empty, which should have warned us away. The food was ridiculously overpriced for the quality and presentation, and the taste was subpar. I woefully regret having chosen Pez Loco to celebrate my daughter’s college graduation. Never again.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience5
Small food portions for the price
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excelente comida, porciones precisas, excelente lugar y ambiente. 100% recomendado.
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Rembertor
Los Angeles
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Beautiful restaurant. Great food and drinks.
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PedroM
Chicago
22 reviews
vip
2.0
22 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall2food3service1ambience3
Extremely slow service. It took 30 min just to get our drinks and another 35-40 min to get the food. There were only 4 tables. I cant understand how it took them so long to service. I counted 5 waiters/waitress and a lot of people in the kitchen.
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AndreinaE
Miami
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nice place
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Jerome
Miami
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Venue: very nice ambiance, very well decorated - no much background noise - they did a good job! Menu: is divided in 3 sections: sea, hearth and meat. It suits all tastes and preferences (meat lovers as well as vegans). We were a group of 4 and everyone was satisfied with their choices. A few items were a bit spacier than expected (the ribs for instance) so make sure you ask first to make sure this is of your liking. Sprouts were delicious so highly recommended. Price: food price was very reasonable- drinks and cocktails tend to lean on the higher side ($18/cocktail feels a tad pricey) but all cocktails were good! Overall: great experience- would check it out!
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MiguelS
Washington DC
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
The place is very nice. Overall very good experience. The food flavors were outstanding. The only Nick is that it could have been a bit more abundant. But definitely a place I would return to soon. Drinks were delicious and the service was ver accommodating.
1 person found this helpful
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First of all, THE COCKTAILS! Wow! Lost at Sea & The Monterita are world class. Food was amazing too. Can’t rave enough about the Seared Scallops, Wagyu Birria Tacos, and Octopus Pasta. Unique and delicious. Gorgeous decor. Such an amazing vibe. Can’t wait to go back again!
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Jeff
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was good. Restaurant was empty
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OpenTable Diner
Central Coast
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
It was empty but it’s bc it’s an obscure area. The lighting and music was great for a romantic evening. The drinks were great. The baby back ribs were amazing along with the Brussels sprouts! Pricing was great as well. I’ll go back to try something else. The lamb was good but just lacked more salt.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall2food1service5ambience5
Food was not great. Avoid the ribs for sure.
1 person found this helpful
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GiselaT
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent mexican food and exotics cocktails. Amazing service. Beautiful place....love it and for sure we will come back soon. Special thanks to Ben - Manager.
1 person found this helpful
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything about this restaurant was spectacular! The food was absolutely DELICIOUS! The ribs were impeccable and the tuna crudo was crazy good! The service was amazing and the manager Ben was so kind. I recommend this restaurant for anyone!
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Mquinty
Miami
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was super fresh and delicious. A little pricey but nice ambiance and good seafood.
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall2food2service1ambience5
not up to standards … food or service … a shame because the place is very nice.
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ShammaA
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
The staff is soo friendly. one of us felt cold so they increase the temperature for us to feel comfortable. they did a very very tasty mushroom soup which makes you feel at home. this is the best restaurant in Miami in terms of service and staff cooperation. They know how to work as a team probably they have an excellent team leader. Why I am saying that! As we have asked for an additional dish which was not on the menu, and they were very efficient in preparing and serving it for us.
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YumPig
Denver
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was fresh and flavorful, a great addition to the Wynwood dining scene.
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rafeluinaa
Miami
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 29, 2019
overall5food4service4ambience5
Loved this place. I came here for my birthday brunch with my friends and family and it was a great experience. Loved the decor inside, that was one of the things that attracted me to come here.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Pez Loco is rated 4.7 stars by 35 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 28, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

50 NW 24th St Ste 101, Miami, FL 33127

Additional information

Cross street
North Miami Ave
Neighborhood
Wynwood
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 12:30 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
Cuisines
Mexican, Seafood, Regional Mexican
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking available.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Owned/operated by
LGBTQ+, Women
Executive chef
Ari Taymor
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.pezlocomiami.com/
Phone number
(305) 222-7768
Catering
For private event inquiries email events@southboundhospitality.com
Private party facilities
For private event inquiries email events@southboundhospitality.com

Pez Loco

Make a reservation

Additional information

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Chefs Counter Experience

Happy Hour

Mar

Tuna Crudo$21.00

Camarones a la Diabla$30.00

Shrimp Aguachile$20.00

Seared Scallops$30.00

Octopus Ragu$28.00

Rice & Roe$18.00

Po'Boy Ahogada$22.00

Tierra

Trio of House-Made Salsas$11.00

Guacamole$17.00

Sweet Potato Tamale$24.00

Tepache Carrot Salad$18.00

Beets & Watermelon$18.00

Crispy Brussels$16.00

Wood-Grilled Maitake Tacos$20.00

Carne

Wagyu Brisket Queso Birria$21.00

Pork Belly & Octopus$32.00

Baby Back Ribs$32.00

Adobo Grilled Half Chicken$31.00

Duck Enmoladas$30.00

Dulce

Baked Miami$14.00

Tres Leches Cake$14.00

Jericalla$14.00

Cocktails

Pez Loco Sangría$17.00

El Sueño$16.00

Mezing around$17.00

Dirty Beet$16.00

Lo-Fi Gentian Margarita$17.00

Fly Me To Tulum$16.00

¡Ay Mami!$17.00

The Monterita$18.00

Cactus Flower$16.00

Smoky Paloma$15.00

Lost @ Sea$17.00

Zero Proof

El Quetzal$12.00

El Jardin$12.00

Beer

Lagunitas IPA, LA$8.00

Tulum Lager, MX$8.00

Modelo Especial, MX$8.00

Heineken Zero, GR$8.00

Sparkling

Select Spritz$11.00

Cava, Raventos, Blanc, Spain

Wine

Sauvignon Blanc, Ramblas Reales, Spain

Albariño, Burgans, Rias Baixas, Spain

Chardonnay, Joseph Drouhin, France

Harmonic Rosé, Spain

Cab Blend, Ramblas Reales, Spain

Pinot Noir, Salem Wine Co., Oregon

Malbec, Catena Paraje Altamira, Argentina

Mexican Spirits

Abasolo Whiskey$20.00

Nixta Licor$16.00

Paranubes Rum$14.00

Sol Tarasco Mushroom Rum$16.00

Tequila

Blanco

Mijenta

Don Fulano

Ocho Plata

Fortaleza

Curado (Espadin, Cupraeta, Agave Azul)

G4

Reposado

Ocho