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Catharsis Restaurant & Lounge

1644 SW 8th St, Miami, FL
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Ranked #21 of 2,806 restaurants in Miami
Price range: $30 - $30
Cuisines: Latin
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Dining options: Reservations, Late Night
Dining style: Casual Dining
Description: A visit to Catharsis promises a delicious fusion of Latin cuisine, lively bar scene, great happy hour specials, and funky latin beats.
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Hollywood, Florida
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2013

Ok! I admit it! I lied! I DID SEE THE "Mystery Dinners" episode on t.v. I did not want to raise my hand when asked the question by the moderators to alert the establishment to be on guard and give me special attention to prove or disprove the episode seen. Was I wrong for lying? I will never know. Why?... More

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Ashburn, Virginia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2013

The energy was amazing- we were excited from the moment we stepped in. The service was fabulous. We had Juan Carlos and he had 2 helpers so we wanted for nothing. We had small plates and ended up with the 3 hour Short Rib. We should have had that 1st as were too full finish it all. I am coming... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013

I went tonight to Catharsis with high expectations because of the reviews i had seen, but I was so disappointed. The sweet breads appetizer was good, I wasn't impressed though. Then the entrees took quite a while to arrive, which I found surprising because the restaurant was quite empty. I ordered the seafood parillada and it was very dry and... More

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Miami, Florida
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 17, 2013

Excellent food and wine. Authentic Cuban music for all times. Excellent entertainment by two Cuban young ladies and one Venezuelan. They make this place rock. The seafood parrillada and the empanadas are out of this world. This place is for Miamians like me and for tourists, everyone feels at home. One of the best places to visit in Little Havana.

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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18 reviews 18 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 15, 2013

My friend and I ate here in Jan 2013 on a Saturday night. We made a reservation for two at 7:30 - did not need to do that, as when we arrived there was only one table full of people. We found that odd at first but I think people in Miami just go out later - when we left... More

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Miami
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 2, 2013

Amazing food and great presentation incredible service we arrive on New Year's Eve at 9:00 pm and the place was full. We choose one of the special menu for that night with 3 hours open bar for only $75 per person a five course meal extravaganza !!!! The service was on time even with the place full of people The... More

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Miami
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 26, 2012

My husband and I returned to Catharsis with our son and his wife. We had previously enjoyed it so much, we wanted to treat our son and his wife and celebrate his graduation from UCF. Fernando was excellent! He made great recommendations of menu items and conversed with us very politely about wines. Fernando also treated our son with a... More

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Miami
Senior Contributor
44 reviews 44 reviews
29 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 10, 2012 via mobile

Food flavors and presentation a 10 but lacks of service and Poor parking ,of located in Kendall will be a Star

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Miami, Florida
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 30, 2012

One of the best restaurants in Miami! The service, food and decor are fantastic. The best way to experience Cuban cuisine and its culture. The ambiance and live music transport you back to 1950’s Havana. Located on a very cool Little Havana street with lots to see and experience. Be sure to have a drink at the bar and chat... More

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Miami, Florida
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 9, 2012

It's a very nice place located in Little Habana, The dishes are really delicious,very well presented. They also have a live show on weekends.

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