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I'm not coming back
I have been visiting the site for three years and several months ago the food decreased in quality and ingredients, became Americanized, and is no longer the Basque essence, which is a shame.
Be the first to ReplyWhy nobody had told me about this?
Great restaurant, loved the appetizers (artichoke was out of this world) ; main dishes were excellent (recommend the arroz con almejas) and yes the manchego cheesecake is that good. Tip: they have pre-theater dinners at very good value.
Be the first to ReplyMy Experience today
I was disappointed-had been there several times for lunch. It’s very expensive, as most good restaurants are today, but you don’t get a lot with apps or main meal. The gazpacho was delicious as is the Basque white wine & charred bread with smoked butter, but I also ordered the shrimp in garlic and it was not good-first they served it cold & it had to be sent back. It wasn’t any better hot-could not taste the garlic & the shrimp was definitely not fresh-it had a very fishy taste which it should not have if it’s fresh-should be sweet. I guess they were unloading their old shrimp on me, which is how it felt. I would go back & order something else but I gotta say it was disappointing. The Waiter kindly didn’t charge me for the shrimp dish bc I told him it wasn’t good.
Be the first to ReplyGreat food, beautiful garden setting
This is a wonderful, beautiful restaurant. Right now, it has a very good deal: it's serving a 3-course pre-theater dinner for $45 because the also wonderful Miami New Drama is performing "Museum Plays" in the evening at the Rubell Museum, which is what Leku is attached to. (Get tickets: This play is so inventive and a real people-pleaser.) First, Leku has a beautiful setting with a wide terrace in the garden and an open-air main dining room. The food is creative and reasonably priced. It's a Basque restaurant, so Spanish-related dishes are prevalent. We really loved the artichoke and pea puree appetizer (so rare to find artichokes on a menu), and the croquette appetizer is definitely a step above any croquette you've probably ever had (cod was terrific). Our mussels entree was a bit ordinary, but the wild mushroom rice came out in a big skillet, our server stirred it up to get the good stuff off the bottom, and the flavor was great. We usually share a dessert, but the pre-theater menu had us both choosing one, and we were happy we did. The cheese plan was like the silkiest creme brûlée, and the Basque cake was filled with a kind of vanilla cream that we practically wanted to lick off the plate. This was our second time at Leku, and Miami is lucky to have it. Go to the Rubell, too, it's really fun.
Be the first to ReplyBeautiful setting with an unfriendly reception
Beautiful setting, very good fusion kitchen - South American/Spanish cuisine , nice service- but at the reception an unfriendly welcome.
Be the first to ReplyMixed feelings
I have Very mixed feelings about this restaurant. My husband and I went there for our anniversary. The place is really nice- tables are surrounded by beautiful green plants- the bar is really great with wonderful colorful painting hanging above it. You can feel an art everywhere. Our waitress Andrea was extremely nice and very professional and had a great knowledge about the food they serve. We got a glass of cava on the house as an aperitif which was very nice. As to the food I was a bit disappointed as my red snapper came very salty and I had to send it back. Second one I got was very dry so I ended up having different dish - cod which was also salty but I eat it as I did not want to make problems. My husband’s food was ok though but nothing more than ok. Nevertheless my food issue was handled perfectly by their manager. We even got the complimentary deserts which were very good. So all together- beautiful restaurant, very classy, amazing staff- very caring, friendly and helpful and…well…an average food.
Be the first to ReplyWonderful Spanish restaurant
Was very impressed with this restaurant! The food quality was good the service was superb. The selection of wines were great. The chef was magnificent. We were all very pleased with this restaurant and would highly recommend it. The food was Spanish traditional and some fusion. I would go back without a doubt. There are a lot of Spanish restaurants in Miami but they don't all capture the essence, this place did. The issue here is to locate the restaurant as it's in a private museum and you can easily drive by and not notice it. You need to make reservations.
Be the first to ReplyTerrible experience
I do not know what all the fuss is about. Food bad: barely cooked egg. Waiter terribly rude and condescending.
Be the first to ReplyOMG! Big Wow
The restaurant is located in the Rubell museum. We were impressed by the amazing mural which added more the the ambiance. Our waiter Michael was outstanding! But the best was the food: the arroz negro a la brasa and the tartare de iberico were delicious. Finally the carrillera de turnera wagyu was a poem! Wine list was very affordable and in general we left the restaurant very enthusiastic about this gem.
Be the first to Replygreat food and great atmosphere!
we had a great time! they prepared a tasting menu which was fantastic. service was on point, highly recomend!
Be the first to ReplyExcellent food and service
Very good food, good service. We did not like the Spanish tortilla.Site with too much mosquito and very hot environment. It is also very uncomfortable because it only has two bathrooms for such a large restaurant. Still we will return.
Be the first to ReplyModern Basque cuisine spot hidden in the Rubell Museum
A Basque fine dining option in Miami, the restaurant has good service and they explain the different items they are offering. Evertyhing is so well presented you almost feel bad to take the first bite. Leave space for dessert.
Be the first to ReplyFront room lacking kitchen’s heart.
The space was very attractive and we were seated promptly. A few menus were presented and we chose the tasting (7 courses). Food was very good on a par with Michelin 1 star level. Each course was beautifully plated and perfectly seasoned. The tasting menu is very generous and not the smaller bites that one typically experiences elsewhere. High points were the Beet Tartare, Arroz Setas, Ensaladilla Rusa and the desserts; Basque cheesecake and a smoked ice cream that was an absolute delight. There is an element of theater throughout with table side preparation of their signature old fashioned with fat washed Maclellan scotch. It was wonderful to watch and learn about the process. Service on the other hand is a different matter altogether. It is efficient and engaged to the level of a better steakhouse chain but not to fine dining standard. A pre-arrival text notice is sent including warning that reservation is for 2 hours max so efficient service is geared towards moving the clientele out and turning tables rather than creating an experience. It was a bit disorienting at times. Of particular note, I had requested at the host station no less than 3x that the bill not be brought to the table as I was treating a guest, yet it was unceremoniously slapped down in front of me at table when when we reached the 2 hour deadline, $550 with 20% gratuity built-in with line for additional tip. I addressed the presentation of bill at table with hosts but was met with glazed expressions and little response. Staff are nice but poorly trained. Manager seemed disinterested which is a pity as the front room should respectfully mirror the kitchen’s wonderful skill and heart. Entirely inadequate and disappointing for a restaurant that is one of the most expensive in Miami. If ownership employed Charlie Trotter’s Guide to Service, it could easily be a Michelin starred experience. Too expensive for what it is. Will not be rushing back.
Be the first to ReplyA hidden restaurant offering fine dining Basque cuisine
Leku is one of the few restaurants that offer Miami Spice on the weekends, so we went with our friends who couldn't do Spice lunch during the weekdays. It's not difficult to find street parking, and it's free. The entrance is a little hidden. It's a small metal gate that you probably expect to be locked, but walk through and you'll see the museum exhibits on your right through the glass, and the restaurant's garden cafe on your left. A few hundred feet further and you'll see the museum shop, entrance, as well as the restaurant. I got the beet tartare for appetizer - though I thought it was BEEF until the dish arrived. Still delicious enough I didn't regret it. The beef did come in the entree in the form of veal cheek. And it's about the best I've ever tried, fork tender, succulent, melt-in-your-mouth divine. The Basque Cheese Tart is runny soft inside, rich and creamy, almost like a flan. Every course was a delight, the service was attentive and it was a a great experience.
Be the first to ReplyBest Dessert Ever
Leku has inside and outside dining but in summer you should opt to eat inside. The appetizers and the entree were both good-- short rib slider and cheeks. The dessert, milk cheesecake, was the best dessert anywhere in Miami. Service was outstanding and flawless-- best anywhere. All in all, a very good experience with the best dessert!
Be the first to ReplyMiami Spice Makes the Price Right!
This was my first trip to Leku. A friend and I had been looking for an opportunity but quite frankly, the price points were less than desirable, a tad on the high side or wait on a special occasion. We just wanted to meetup and have lunch, not kill our pocketbooks. Thank goodness Miami Spice is here for two full months (ending September 30) to save the day. Our $28.00 lunch was simply killer. All I can say is RUN, don't walk! Make your reservation and go check it out for yourself. I had the Beet Tartare - something I would have never thought of; served with a chive cream that was beautiful to the eyes, I actually thought they were peas until I realize I could smear the green "stuff" and dang, it had a kick! Yummy. My lunch mate ordered the confit leeks, seasoned wtih rosemary/sage - the dish had what appeared to be friend onions, they had been shaved, they were awesome; the dish was very tasty. We both ordered the same entree, why would you not: Wagyu Veal Cheeks! It was lovely, served on a bed of silkysoft pureed/whipped/whatever sweet potatoes. DAMN! That's all I have to say. I am going back again, taking a group. Located inside the Rubell Museum, we sat on the patio and the ambiance we lovely. Plus, if you know me, you know I work any bartender's nerve - gin gimlet, straight up, very, very, very cold, gin forward, I want it clear and just an eye-dropper of your mix... This guy killed it! Loved my gimlet and looking forward to checking him out again. If you have been to Basque country and dined at several of the restaurants that delve into molecular gastronmy, this cuisine does not disaapoint. I am really surprised that Leku did not make the first wave of Michelin mentions for Miami. Leku is definitely on my Scrumpterou Report
Be the first to ReplyPricy but worth it
Amazingly good food and ambience, although it was a bit pricy it was worth it. The drinks are a must and the ibérico ham as well.
Be the first to ReplyRather snotty
The food here is excellent but for such a high end place the greeter was quite indifferent. She took us to our place but didn’t give us menus or pour water. We waited for a server…and waited..and waited. Finally two men chatting noticed us but instead of helping looked around for a server…apparently this wasn’t their job…although finally one deigned to give us menus. This is a very high end restaurant and for the prices charged, servers should be all over you.
Be the first to ReplySUPERB!
This new restaurant just outside the front door of the RUBELL MUSEUM, but within the grounds of the museum, is stunning. The space, much of which is covered overhead, but otherwise open, is stylish and comfortable. The cocktails were excellent as was the service. Our server, Jose O , guided us through the offerings with humor and patience, The menu offers a bit of everything. We made a dinner out of small plates, every one of which was a taste treat, This is truly a gourmet delight. We were staying in South Beach and had no problem obtaining transportation. You can combine a dining reservation with a visit to the world class contemporary art museum, or come just for the food. Don't think that this is just a museum dining adjunct, This is a dining destination.
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Okay the food here is amazing! We decided to eat here around 2:30pM because we missed lunch and we’re getting a little hungry. The lady checking us in I feel like really wanted us to sit at the bar for some reason and had a semi attitude but we wanted to sit outside at an actual table that was lower and plus it was nice out. They said they close at 3 but the kitchen was still open until 3:20 no problem. We ordered the short rib sliders and the seared scallops with chanterelle mushrooms both which were amazing and very delicious. Also the fries. Also ordered the Sauvignon Blanc and was going to ask for another glass and ketchup for the fries but after we received all of our food our waiter disappeared for a long time. Had to ask someone else for ketchup. I know they were closing but they could have made more money had they had checked on us more often. They weren’t even that busy. When he finally came back we just asked for the check because we didn’t want to wait around that much longer. Plus we would have been gone sooner if they had come around more often. The ambiance and food was great but because of the service I would not go back…
Be the first to ReplyPricey but spectacular!
Everything was spectacular! We were a party of eight and we are all already plotting "excuses" for going back. The staff and service were above par, in particular Johanan who was extremely attentive and gave us great recommendations. And the food was so delicious that all the dirty plates went back to the kitchen licked-clean. We ordered a variety of dishes to share across the table since it was a first visit for the whole group and there was not a single item to find any fault with - it was almost embarrassing at how quickly the food disappeared. My personal favorites were the 5J croquetas, the short rib sliders, the wild mushroom rice and the basque cheese cake.
Be the first to ReplyFabulous Lunch in a Magical Setting!
We had some friends in town from Boston and were visiting the Rubell Museum. A friend recommended Leku. So glad we followed her suggestion. A beautiful setting and experience all around!
The menu was expansive and so well curated. The cocktails were fantastic - especially their (cucumber) twist on the Bloody Mary! Every dish our table sampled was truly outstanding. The garlic shrimp were top quality and the sauce to die for. The short rib sliders were light and absolutely delicious. Try as much as you can, including the grilled bread with three amazing butters. The presentation of each dish is a work of art...
So gratifying to see a culinary and service team putting forth their very best effort. It is a rare thing these days - especially here in southern Florida at the moment. Excellent service and magical experience on the whole. Bravo to you and your team Mr. Perez!
Delicious and fabulous service
The food is wonderful. We were at an office party and not only was the food delicious, but our server, Harold, asked each of us if we had any food allergies. I have a limited diet, so he made sure that everything was perfect for my dietary issues. Everyone at our table had several helpings of the many dishes because they were so good.
Cant wait to go back.
Worst meal in a long time
The food was unimaginative and overly saucy. This had nothing to do with actual Spanish cuisine. Dover Sole for $81 anybody ? The shrimp were set in a heavy sauce that managed to be bland.
The restaurant in the middle
Of art Basel was half empty and the host pretended they had lines of people waiting.
The server was very friendly and trying to help but to no avail. The wine list is heavily biased towards Spanish wines with not a lot of other choices.
Delicious Spanish food
First time here. Good service and great food. We share the Kate’s because they are big. Pulpo is delicioso. Great bites. Must try the jamón ibérico. Shared the chuletón and mushroom rice. And the cheesecake is superb. Must try.
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