The only word that comes to mind when parking outside Hate Mondays Tavern is intoxicating. The smoker is out front. I’ve parked right next to it a bunch of times.
On my way home, I felt like eating my now well-seasoned upholstery, but that’s a story for another day.
As soon as you arrive, ask for any specials for the day. I’ve eaten some great one-offs that seem to be on an erratic specials rotation that only El Bearded Chef (Chef & Owner Karl Hayden) understands.
Here’s the straight-up truth: You MUST order the ribs, smoked wings, and of course, the award winning Mondays Remedy Burger which is now up to 2.0.
What about some Brisket, Chicharrones, and a Patty Melt?
The ribs and wings will sell you how great the BBQ is here. I love the brisket, too, if any is left by the time you arrive, order it or try the brisket loaded fries!
Chicharrones are not always on the menu but if they are, jump on these fellas. They’re tossed in buffalo hot sauce which is what I’d call, next level.
A couple of other sandwiches to consider is the Hate Mondays Tavern version of a cheesteak where the steak is replaced with fried chicken. It’s a beautiful and tasty thing.
I’m a patty melt dude and this patty melt hits all the right notes. It’s on griddled rye bread with Swiss cheese and grilled onions, just as the burger gods intended.
There’s plenty to choose from so my suggestion is you bring a couple of friends. Everyone orders a different dish and you take bites. Then, you’ll be ready to graduate to eating all by yourself like a big kid.
P.S.: Hate Mondays Tavern is in a warehouse district, so don’t be Miami-driving and texting, or you’ll miss it.
Hate Mondays Tavern
12461 SW 130th Street
Miami, FL
(305) 378-4900
Website – https://hate-mondays-tavern.business.site
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/hatemondays_tavern
Monday Closed
Tuesday 8:29 am – 3:55 pm
Wednesday 8:31 am – 3:51 pm
Thursday 8:13 am – 3:47 pm
Friday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday 8:13 am – 3:51 pm
Sunday Closed
Hamburger House Party 2018 Champs
Now, the Mondays Remedy Burger holds a special place in my heart. Hate Mondays Tavern participated in my 2016 Hamburger House Party competition and made a respectable showing.
They returned in 2018 to win the People’s Choice Award with their Mondays Remedy Burger.
I’m not a big fan of gimmicky burgers (and while on the surface, this might be one). I can confirm that it is indeed not one. Their tasty signature beef blend burger is topped with cheese and bacon.
One last thing: It’s on a sweet bun. Hate Mondays Tavern takes a donut, slices it, and inverts it. The inside has a light glaze with some of their house BBQ seasonings.
It threw me off on the first bite until my brain could process what I was eating. El Bearded Chef deserves a standing ovation for this creation, or you could visit him and eat one.