The Best Things We Ate This Week

"Tacos This was actually our third visit to Taqueria Viva Mexico. The first two times we tried to go, the restaurant was closed for renovations. But persistence pays off in life. And we are glad we kept at it, because Taqueria Viva Mexico is the kind of wonderful, straightforward Mexican spot Miami needs more of. The menu includes dishes like sopes, gorditas, and some of Miami's best tacos. The key here is to stay away from the more common taco variations like carne asada or al pastor (which are just alright) and instead go for the less common (at least for Miami) versions like oreja, lengua, and tripe, which this place excels at. The oreja and tripe in particular are incredibly tender and delicious. And this will certainly not be our last trip here. " - ryan pfeffer, carlos c olaechea