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El Carajo International Tapas & Wine

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A world-class wine bar and Spanish tapas restaurant hidden inside a Citgo gas station — one of Miami's most legendary local secrets. Over 1,000 wines, authentic Spanish tapas, Ibérico ham carved to order, and a cheese selection that rivals any in the city. Family-owned since 1998. If you know, you know.

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A wine bar and Spanish tapas restaurant tucked inside a Citgo gas station, a local favorite. Over 1,000 wines, authentic Spanish tapas, Ibérico ham carved to order, and a deep cheese selection. Family-owned since 1998.

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The Vibe

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A world-class Spanish tapas bar and wine cellar hidden inside a Citgo gas station — one of Miami's most enduring local secrets, family-owned since 1998. Over 600 wines, Ibérico ham carved to order, gambas al ajillo, and a seafood paella that takes 40 minutes and is worth every minute. If you know, you know.

What to Drink

  • Tabla de Carne — grilled skirt steak, lamb, pork chop, chicken, sausages, potatoes, roasted peppers — feeds 3El Carajo menu
  • Seafood Paella — shrimp, mussels, fish, clams, prawns, calamari, Valencia rice — 30-45 min to prepareEl Carajo menu
  • Gambas al Ajillo — garlic shrimp — plump, under $15, a must-order tapaThe Infatuation (2024)
  • Bacon-wrapped dates stuffed with chorizo — one of the most-ordered tapas in the houseShanea Savours (2023)
  • Chicken Croquettes with cilantro aioli — house-made, served in a cilantro aioli — a signature starterThe Infatuation (2024)
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