El Ñaño, the Ecuadorian restaurant group that turned into a go-to name in Spain, has planted its first U.S. flag at 339 Miracle Mile in Coral Gables. Early coverage describes a roomy dining room with space for roughly 100 guests, and the kitchen is all-in on coastal Ecuadorian cooking, heavy on seafood and bright citrus. The opening adds a distinctly Ecuadorian accent to Miracle Mile's already packed restaurant strip.
From Barcelona to Miracle Mile
According to Miami New Times, El Ñaño grew its footprint across Barcelona, Madrid and Zaragoza to seven locations before making its U.S. debut in April 2026. The concept, founded in Barcelona in 2003, drew praise in that coverage for the Coral Gables outpost’s easygoing elegance and its focus on building a neighborhood feel in a high-traffic corridor.
What’s On The Menu
The menu leans hard into coastal Ecuadorian staples, with encebollado, a hearty fish-and-yuca broth finished with punchy onions, sitting alongside ceviches, fritadas and a cazuela de plátano that pairs green plantain with peanut. The group’s official site bills the brand "Desde 2001" and spotlights encebollado and other coastal plates as signature dishes, with menus and photos posted on El Ñaño's website.
Who’s Behind It
Florida corporate filings list Eloy Jose Mera Lopez and Mildre Anais Gomez Burgos as principals of the local company that registered the Coral Gables location, according to the Florida Division of Corporations. Chef-entrepreneur Eloy Mera has spoken about growing El Ñaño into a multi-city group, while coverage of the brand credits Mildre Gómez with steering much of the business side of the operation, as detailed in an interview with Expreso.
What It Means For Coral Gables
The arrival of El Ñaño adds another Latin-rooted player to Miracle Mile’s dining roster and brings Ecuadorian flavors into a commercial corridor that has already seen several recent openings. Local coverage and reviews note that El Ñaño now sits among other Latin and Spanish newcomers and puts two Ecuadorian-leaning options within a short walk, widening the choices for nearby diners, according to commentary at The Infatuation.
For the practical details, El Ñaño Miami is at 339 Miracle Mile, with reservations and menus available online and through booking platforms. Local directories list the phone number as 786-558-5466, and reservations can be made via El Ñaño's website or its OpenTable page.
