El Carajo

Pass the Penzoil please…literally. We know it is cool to tuck restaurants into unassuming spots, but the Citgo station on SW 17th Ave? Really? Really: walk past the motor oil into a Granadan wine cellar, and try not to act too phased. And now, the food, which is absolutely incredible. Chorizo in cider blends burn, smoke and juice, frittatas are comfortably filling and sardinas and boquerones …oh God. These sardines and anchovies cooked with just a bit of salt and olive oil are dizzyingly delicious. It is tempting to keep El Carajo a secret, but not singing its praises would be lying, and we’re not gonna lie: if there’s one restaurant you shouldn’t miss in Miami, it’s this one.