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Top 5 Instagrammable Places in Horse Country

Amit Bhuta

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Sep 1 10 minutes read

Put your best filters in the backseat as rustic landscapes, equestrian charm, and quirky local hangouts ride at the front of your scroll-worthy adventure through Horse Country, a sprawling haven of stables, farms, and family estates in Kendall.

Have you ever stumbled upon a countryside neighborhood that can pack your feed with a ton of unexpected aesthetic surprises?

If not, then welcome to Horse Country, a distinctive rural-suburban pocket between Bird Road (SW 40th Street) to the north, Sunset Drive (SW 72nd Street) to the south, SW 117th Avenue to the west, and SW 97th Avenue to the east, in proximity to the communities of Kendale Lakes, Kendall West, Olympia Heights, and Sunset.

Home to nurseries that stretch for acres, horses trotting behind white-fenced paddocks, and family farms that sit beside majestic ranch-style homes, farmhouses, and estates, Horse Country remains one of Miami-Dade's most unusual and authentic escapes, some longtime Miamians don't even know about!

It may not flash the glass towers of Brickell or the neon glow of Ocean Drive, but its blend of open-air stables, tropical plant rows, and offbeat eateries makes it a rustic-chic palette that's a dream for your camera roll.

The best part is, you can capture it all without the big-city crowds, giving you time to pose, snap, and soak in the laid-back vibe at your own pace.

Here are the top five Instagrammable places in Horse Country.

1) Un Café con Dios

12595 SW 56th St, Miami, FL 33175

Horse Country isn't exactly a hotspot for cafés, but our first IG-worthy nook takes the cake — literally — when it comes to turning your mid-day coffee break into a photo-op.

Welcome to Un Café con Dios, a pastel-pink-and-white café trailer with outdoor seating that looks straight out of your FYP. 

Here, every corner is a backdrop, from its striped accents to floral details, and even a giant Connect Four game waiting to sneak into your Stories.

Un Café con Dios' food plates also exude the same camera-ready charm, with heart-shaped macarons perched on coffee lids, mousse cakes dusted with powdered sugar and cocoa powder for that dark-to-light, ombre effect, sprinkle-rimmed lattes, and croissant sandwiches stacked to perfection. 

Snap your shots at the counter, pose at the café's black wicker chairs, or catch that golden-hour glow when string lights begin to twinkle—by the time the moon takes over the sky, you'll have a gallery full of photos as sweet as the desserts themselves.

More than a café, Un Café con Dios is Horse Country's picture-perfect hideaway of hot coffee, decadent desserts, and an everlasting Instagram-ready vibe!

2) Qbiche BBQ Ranch | Restaurant

12320 SW 56th St, Miami, FL 33175

A glowing red LOVE sign, a palapa roof that towers like a giant thatched crown, and flames licking at skewers of beef over an open fire — this is the dream team that completes the magical scene around Qbiche BBQ Ranch, an al-fresco slice of Venezuela in the heart of Horse Country.

At Qbiche BBQ Ranch, the setting alone sets the tone with its rustic coral-stone walls, festive energy, and countryside vibe with a tropical twist that feels miles from Miami's city grind. 

As for the menu, there's no doubt that Qbiche's claim to fame is their Carne en Vara a La Leña, which are thick cuts of beef skewered on wood and slow-roasted over open flames until smoky, golden, and camera-ready, listed alongside classics like hearty burgers, fresh seafood, vibrant salads, and cocktails with pops of color that transforms your table into a spread worth a flat-lay.

And when you pop by on the weekends, you can pair your delicious food with live music, kid-friendly pony rides, surprise cameos from exotic animals, and an atmosphere that feels like a festival under the open sky!

From the moment you arrive to the second your plate hits the table, Qbiche BBQ Ranch makes every step, bite, and snap worth your while.

3) Moo! Arte en Carnes

12737 SW 42nd St, Miami, FL 33175

Treat yourself to a drool-worthy feast for your palate and lens at Moo! Arte en Carnes—a steakhouse that elevates Horse Country's dining scene with Argentinian craftsmanship wrapped in rustic elegance.

Offering a mouthwatering selection of expertly cut steaks, tender ribs, and robust sausages, all char-grilled over open flames, Moo! Arte en Carnes is a must for anyone seeking the unique aroma and flavor of a traditional Argentine barbecue, spearheaded by their towering 48 oz Tomahawk steaks, ribeye "El Argentino," and Wagyu ribeye.

As for the appetizers, well, they don't disappoint either.

We're talking about irresistible sides that pair perfectly with any dish, such as their smoky provoleta with tomato jam and grilled arugula chimichurri, delicate empanadas, or raclette-style cheese that adds unexpected flair to their grilled sausages. 

Moo! Arte en Carnes also features an eclectic wine list and crafted cocktails, which you can savor in a warm, rustic ambiance set by warm brick walls, glowing lights, and polished wood alongside house-made desserts, such as their Dulce crepes and creamy flans that bring your dinner to a full circle!

Indeed, Moo! Arte en Carnes proves that Argentina's steakhouse tradition isn't just tasted but also captured in black and white, one stylish snap at a time.

4) Neighborhood Fish Farm

12150 SW 45th St, Miami, FL 33175

Get caught in a world of ripples, shimmering scales, and koi colors that star straight off your feed as you visit Neighborhood Fish Farm, Horse Country's most iconic pet shop–slash–garden aquarium.

Unlike your average pet store, this open-air maze of more than 120 ponds invites you to stroll through a living gallery comprising rows of guppies, angelfish, and tetras that sparkle under the sun, as oversized koi glide gracefully in water gardens that double as serene photo backdrops.

Have a look around and find something different to capture at every turn, from a macro shot of iridescent fish fins to wide-angle reflections dancing across rows of tanks, amidst the rustic setting, palm silhouettes, and aged wooden shades that make Neighborhood Fish Farm feel like a greenhouse, an art installation, and Horse Country's unofficial time capsule (it may very well be one, since it's been a landmark since 1971!)

Best of all, Neighborhood Fish Farm is open daily with no admission fee, so feel free to wander, snap, and soak in the calm at your own pace.

Whether you're a fish enthusiast or someone scouting for a unique grid post, this Horse Country staple proves that beauty isn't always where you expect it.

5) Local Plant Nurseries

Horse Country, Miami, FL 33175-33183

Wander along rows of palms stretching toward the sky, bursts of bougainvillea in bloom, and aisles of potted greenery that feel like natural backdrops as Horse Country's nurseries turn everyday plant shopping into an Instagram scroll come to life.

Visit Casaplanta Garden Center, a sprawling destination where bougainvilleas explode in color, citrus trees line the aisles, and pottery displays create ready-made vignettes. 

Or head to Nursery Elegua's, a family-run spot known for its variety of fruit trees and ornamentals that make browsing double as a green gallery stroll. 

Then there's Plasencia Nursery, a longtime local favorite with cascading orchids, tropical greenery, and artfully arranged fountains and planters that add a touch of character to every corner.

Each nursery offers its own flavor of natural symmetry and texture, but together they capture Horse Country's rustic essence in full bloom.

And no, what makes them so photo-worthy isn't just the plants — it's the sheer abundance of textures, the orderly rows, and how the sunlight filters through leaves and planters, an ambiance that teases you to snap a wide shot of citrus groves, get up close with cascading orchids, or let the pottery vignettes frame your feed.

Whether you're plant shopping or just snapping, these green havens show you a side of Horse Country that doesn't spotlight horses and stables.

 

 

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