By Flavor & The Menu
May 6, 2021

Rocco Carulli

R House features a soulful menu that celebrates the unique food culture of Miami. Its menu reflects the bold and beautiful flavors found across Latin America, spun into new translations. A variation of Brazil’s traditional moqueca—a hearty fish stew featuring coconut milk and dendê oil—finds its way onto this Miami menu with local fish, Florida shrimp, scallops, ginger and garlic. Another standout is R House’s Short Rib Ropa Vieja, which riffs on the national dish of Cuba. Its version is a hit, claiming top-selling status on the entrée list.

“Ropa vieja, which means ‘shredded beef,’ is traditionally made with flank steak or pot roast,” says Executive Chef/Owner Rocco Carulli, whose Italian background informs his culinary technique throughout the menu. “This elevated version uses Certified Angus Beef short ribs.” He braises the meat with Latin spices, onions, red peppers and tomato until it is incredibly tender. He then shreds it and serves the short ribs over a fiery red pepper sauce.