Cafe Cardozo - Miami Beach

As we strolled by, we were drawn in by the enticing $9.99 lunch special, which the staff aggressively promoted with flyers. We decided to sit down and enjoy what we thought would be a reasonably priced meal. To our surprise, the experience quickly took a turn. Our waiter, Eduardo, enthusiastically recommended the Latin seafood dish, paella. Assuming the price would be close to the advertised special, we obliged and ordered it. When the check arrived, I was shocked to find it totaled $315! Yes, you read that correctly—what a classic bait-and-switch tactic! The waiter never mentioned that this dish would be significantly more expensive than the $9.99 lunch special that had initially attracted us. I requested to speak with the manager, Gustavo. To my dismay, he was extremely unhelpful and dismissive of my concerns, stating simply, "I can't do anything for you." I couldn't believe the lack of customer service. Consider this a warning: steer clear of Gloria Estefan's restaurants like the Cardozo and Larios. I even contacted the Miami Beach police, who informed me that this kind of situation occurs frequently in the area. Their advice? Cut your losses, don’t embarrass your family, and enjoy the rest of your day. You've been warned!

The atmosphere is very pleasant, though it does have some noise from its location, which adds to the overall vibe. The food is great, and I especially enjoy their sandwiches, particularly the media noche.