Lively Spanish fast-casual spot for affordable montaditos and tapas, great for groups and quick bites, but watch for automatic service charge and occasional service inconsistency.
100 Montaditos delivers reliable Spanish fast-casual dining with strong food quality in its core offerings—montaditos, croquetas, and huevos estrellados earn consistent praise—and friendly, attentive counter service. However, inconsistent execution with recurring saltiness and oil flavor issues, combined with occasional billing confusion, prevents grade A territory. It's a solid neighborhood value play that exceeds typical fast-casual standards but lacks the polish and consistency of higher-rated establishments.
Set in the Shops at Midtown, this Spanish fast-casual spot buzzes with counter ordering, TVs, and sidewalk tables that feel casual and lively. Reviewers praise the friendly team when on their game and the steady flow of small plates. One diner put it simply: "Tasty, quick, and does not hurt the wallet", though several warn to watch the bill for service charges. The cooking leans classic Iberian—think serrano and manchego montaditos, crispy croquetas, huevos estrellados, and churros—more comfort and nostalgia than culinary theater. Fans love mixing and matching mini sandwiches and sharing platters; skeptics point to occasional saltiness, sparse seafood in paella, and flavor swings. It is a solid value play if you order to the strengths: montaditos, croquetas, and potatoes. For families, it is easy-going: fries, chicken strips, burgers, and simple montaditos make it kid friendly. There is limited vegan depth beyond olives and salads, but plenty for picky eaters. Expect $18–30 per person for a fuller spread, and a bit more with drinks.
Area vibe: Trendy mixed-use district with retail, residential towers, and casual dining; draws shoppers, young professionals, and visitors.
Safety: Generally busy and well-lit; typical urban caution at night; steady foot traffic around the Shops at Midtown.
What's nearby: Within outdoor shopping complex near retailers, cafes, and parking garages; close to Wynwood and Design District.
Montaditos plus a croquetas platter and huevos estrellados make an ideal spread but there are also burgers and tablas if you want something bigger.
Casual counter-ordering, Wednesday deals, potential automatic service charges, and small montadito portions are the main practical things to watch for.
Expect a fast-casual, lively spot with sports on screens and outdoor sidewalk seating in a shopping-center setting.