Led by dynamic duo Germán Sitz and Pedro Peña, the Niño Gordo team brings to Miami their hallmark aesthetic of retro-futurism, gritty anime energy, and rule-breaking flavors to a new international stage, marking their debut outside Buenos Aires since the original opened in 2017.
Rebels of the grill: Niño Gordo brings its sci-fi soul to Miami
Niño Gordo—the culinary powerhouse that redefined Argentine barbecue with an urban, artistic flair—has officially arrived in Miami, planting its flag in the heart of Wynwood.
Recognized as one of Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants (#34), Niño Gordo has transformed its distinctive identity into a full-scale experience in Wynwood, where gritty industrial roots have given way to a thriving ecosystem of street art, music, and boundary-pushing culture. The restaurant’s arrival feels like a homecoming for a neighborhood that thrives on originality and bold expression.
A journey through atmosphere and storytelling
The Miami venue pushes theatrical dining to new heights. The space—created by co-founder Pedro Peña and designed in collaboration with Eduardo Suarez of Tres Tristes Tigres—offers 74 seats across a wildly immersive layout that feels more like stepping into a living graphic novel than a restaurant. Deep red lighting casts an eerie glow, guiding guests through rooms that each unfold a new layer of the brand’s evolving narrative.
Oversized murals by Argentine artist Ever Siempre (doubling the size of those in Buenos Aires) act as visual anchors, setting the tone for an experience that blends bold visuals with sensory stimulation. Yet the design isn’t all spectacle—every detail is carefully curated to build depth and surprise.
A standout addition exclusive to the Miami outpost is Dekotora, a concept that marries an inventive cocktail bar with a Japanese-focused culinary lineup. Here, crudos, makis, nigiris, and a premium omakase offering highlight the finest cuts of seafood. Dekotora draws inspiration from Japan’s flamboyant truck art scene, channeling that rebellious spirit through kinetic visuals, projection-mapped walls, custom truck-style seating, and a rhythm that keeps the experience electric.
This commitment to depth and atmosphere allows the Miami chapter to feel both familiar and novel—a fresh canvas for Niño Gordo’s irreverent culinary theater.
The menu: global fusion, local soul
While the Buenos Aires location became known for marrying traditional Argentine grilling with Asian flavor profiles, the Miami edition takes that concept further by incorporating local tastes and ingredients into the mix. The result is a bold and culturally layered menu that defies convention and thrives on surprise. Service is swift and rhythmic, with dishes arriving as they reach peak perfection.
Standouts include the signature Katsu Sando—featuring beef, Japanese mayo, and Shokupan bread—alongside new additions like Hamachi with bell pepper, cucumber, enoki, and nori; and a reinterpretation of classic duck served Peking-style with crepes and crunchy vegetables. Other inventive plates include squid and veal dumplings with curry and coconut yogurt, fried rice with Key West prawns, bacon, and bean sprouts, and the beloved Cauliflower Karaage, elevated with grapes, cashews, and fresh herbs.
The cocktail program, led by nationally renowned mixologist Christine Wiseman, infuses both Niño Gordo and Dekotora with her vibrant, high-impact style. At the main bar, she has curated drinks that mirror the food’s bold flavor journey—like the Red Bean Old Fashioned with red bean demerara, a Cherry Blossom Negroni made with infused gin, and a playful Papaya Salad Daiquiri. Each creation is equal parts inventive and approachable.
Located at 112 NW 28th Street in Miami, Niño Gordo welcomes guests for dinner Wednesday through Sunday from 6 p.m. to midnight. Dekotora opens its doors Wednesday to Saturday, staying open late into the night, until 1 a.m.
Key information
- What city is home to the first international location of Niño Gordo? Miami.
- What makes the Miami location of Niño Gordo unique? It features Dekotora, a bold Japanese cocktail and omakase concept.
- Who designed the immersive space for Niño Gordo Miami? Pedro Peña and Eduardo Suarez.
- What culinary style defines Niño Gordo’s menu? A fusion of Argentine grilling and Asian influences.
