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Miami, FL

Building a Miami destination restaurant that scales open-fire Northern Mexican cooking with a curated bar and music-forward guest experience.

• Open-fire kitchen visibility: A visible grill and communal chef’s table are designed to keep the cooking process central to the dining experience.
• Northern Mexican culinary focus: The menu emphasizes Northern Mexican-style meats and regional flavors through handcrafted dishes such as Ribeye Aguachile and Mexican-style tomahawk.
• Music-integrated ambiance: Curated acoustic and vinyl-based music supports an atmosphere intended to feel culturally rooted and welcoming.
• 360 bar and organic cocktails: A vibrant 360 bar complements the kitchen with a cocktail program prepared by chefs using organic ingredients.
• Operational scaling through kitchen and inventory: Proceeds are allocated to kitchen optimization, equipment purchases, and inventory working capital to improve efficiency and capacity while supporting demand.

Hacienda Monterrey is raising funds to support strategic investments in kitchen optimization, equipment purchases, and inventory working capital. Proceeds allocated to kitchen improvements and new equipment are intended to enhance production efficiency, increase capacity, and streamline daily operations. Additional funds are planned for stronger inventory levels to support customer demand while improving cash flow flexibility, strengthening the operational base for continued scalability.

Hacienda Monterrey is a culinary and cultural destination in the Upper Buena Vista neighborhood of Miami, presenting a contemporary interpretation of a Northern Mexican hacienda. The concept centers on open-fire cooking and handcrafted cuisine, with a visible grill and a communal chef’s table designed to create transparency into the cooking process. The venue also integrates curated acoustic and vinyl-based music, alongside a vibrant 360 bar and a cocktail program crafted by chefs using organic ingredients. The interior and outdoor setting are built around a communal courtyard feel, using natural materials, greenery, candlelight, and artisanal objects to balance refinement and approachability. Led by Chef Fernando Guajardo, the menu highlights Northern Mexican-style meats and regional techniques, with signature dishes including Ribeye Aguachile, Mexican-style tomahawk and premium cuts, Frijoles Charros, and Ceviche Rojo. The result is an immersive dining experience that appeals to both local residents and tourists seeking experiential hospitality.

Company Info

Hacienda Monterrey serves Northern Mexican open-fire cuisine and handcrafted cocktails in a communal hacienda-style setting in Miami.

Hacienda Monterrey is a contemporary Northern Mexican hacienda concept in Upper Buena Vista, Miami, centered on open-flame cooking and in-house handcrafted dishes. A visible grill and communal chef table highlight the cooking process, with specialties focused on regional meats and bold flavors such as ceviche, charro beans, and ribeye preparations.

The dining room blends a warm, courtyard-like atmosphere with natural materials, greenery, and curated artisanal details. A 360-degree bar supports a chef-led cocktail program made with organic ingredients, while acoustic and vinyl-based music shapes the soundscape throughout the evening. Designed for lingering, the space pairs approachable hospitality with a refined, destination-driven layout.