Limonada Bar + Brunch — Restaurant in Miami Beach

The place has a nice design and cool concept. small pool outdoors and fake lemon tree in the inside of the restaurant, But I guess it’s glory days is behind it, there is a huge contrast between the good reviews and the service that we got today. We ordered some brunch dishes from the menu and they arrive completely different even though we asked what’s the different ingredients that we’re gonna get. and the bacon that we paid extra fo, haven’t arrived with the dish. So we waited another 15 minutes for the kitchen to make it and it wasn’t the traditional strips of bacon, but round fried ham.

The cup of coffee arrived in a plastic Takeaway cup even though we were sitting in the restaurant to dine for brunch, When we ask for real coffee mug, The reply was that they don’t have one.

The waiters were nice, but made lots of mistakes and the kitchen made mistakes. They haven’t reflected knowledge about the dishes that’s going to arrive, it looks like their heart is not invested in running a good customer satisfying business.

We did get the check corrected at the end when we asked, but the check was included build in 20% tip which I don’t think it should be decided for the client.for exactly those reasons.

And maybe if they would have to work for the tip they will gain more knowledge about what they need to know, and urge the kitchen not to make mistakes.

It was two dishes of $17 and one cup of coffee. instead of roughly $40, it was inflated to $60 bill due to the tip, taxes and other fees. Not a very enjoyable experience for this...

Honestly this place is over priced for the quality of food and flavor . Service was also not up to standards. The servings are very small compared to what you are getting and they for sure aren’t Gourmet to be serving so little. But on top of everything it lacks flavor , I ordered the short ribs sandwich with a side of “truffle fries”. There was no truffle oil used at all, and the sandwich tasted like pure regular oil, no flavor, no seasoning , the meat was of very low quality and definitely not slow cooked like advertised, something that has been slow cooked is full of flavor and soft , this was the opposite. I also ordered a Juice thinking it was natural and they serve juices from a can that’s worth less than $2 in the grocery store . Definitely a horrible experience. The service wasn’t the best either, slow and not cordial enough to even tip but automatically a service charge is put, I’m all about tipping and service charges however I do believe the amount is earned and they did not earn it . My boyfriend got the Egg Benedict and trust me when I say it was for a toddler, litterally extremely small for a grown person and it was literally a slice of ham thrown on top of a muffin bun and two small poached eggs on top , extremely small, and poor of flavor as well . Everyone else on the table also wasn’t happy with their food, but that’s enough details . Definitely do not recommend this place at all to anyone. There’s way better options all there for brunch with better quality...

📍 Location & Atmosphere This Limonada Bar in Miami Beach is vibrant and tropical—perfectly in tune with the city’s lively vibe. The décor is playful and Instagram-worthy, with a faux lemon tree at the center adding to its sunny aesthetic. During Miami Music Week, the upbeat Latin music kept the energy flowing, matching the electric atmosphere outside.

🍽️ Food & Drinks The food was a mix of hits and slight misses. I tried the quinoa bowl with fried egg, kale, and bacon. While I expected the bacon to elevate the dish, the quinoa itself was bland and overpowered the mix. A touch of vinaigrette or seasoning would’ve really brought it together. The coconut shrimp was a win—crispy, generously portioned, and paired nicely with the sweet chili sauce. The French toast was another highlight, beautifully plated with a medley of fruits and a trio of sauces: Nutella, hot chocolate sauce, and syrup—sweet, indulgent, and worth coming back for.

👨‍🍳 Service & Hospitality Service was underwhelming. The server assigned to us didn’t really match the energy of the place, which felt off considering how lively the vibe was. Staff energy matters in a place like this, especially during something as exciting as Miami Music Week.

💡 Unique Selling Point The tropical, lemon-themed ambiance and high-energy Latin music make this spot a fun, beachy brunch or lunch destination. While the food is mostly enjoyable and creative, a little more consistency in flavor and service would make this place...