K1 Speed Miami is an indoor electric go-kart racing venue in the Hialeah area of South Florida, with a small on-site video arcade tucked into its lobby. Located in Medley, just west of Miami proper, the facility has built its reputation around electric kart performance, family-friendly operations, and a polished showroom featuring racing memorabilia. Visitors looking for an adrenaline-driven alternative to traditional pinball-and-tokens arcades will find the venue to be a hybrid experience that blends motorsport with light amusement gaming.
The Hialeah–Medley corridor sits within easy reach of Miami International Airport and the broader Miami-Dade entertainment scene, making the venue a convenient stop for birthday parties, corporate outings, and weekend family trips. Travelers planning a longer arcade crawl through South Florida can compare it against Kings Dining & Entertainment and other Hialeah-area options listed in our arcade finder directory.
At a Glance
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Address | Medley, FL |
| Phone | +1 786-838-0612 |
| Hours | Mon–Thu 11AM–10PM; Fri 11AM–12AM; Sat 10AM–12AM; Sun 10AM–10PM |
| Rating | 4.4 out of 5 from 3,400 Google reviews |
| Best For | Electric go-kart racing, birthday parties, and family outings |
What Players Say
With 3,400 Google reviews averaging 4.4 stars, K1 Speed Miami earns consistent praise for its thrilling electric go-kart experience, well-maintained facility, and standout staff — though the experience comes with caveats that visitors should know about before booking. Making a reservation in advance, arriving at opening, and budgeting accordingly tends to make a smoother visit, according to recurring reviewer guidance.
The strongest positive signals come from the family and group-event categories. Reviewers note that the venue is “super fun for the kids” and “definitely a great place for families” — Google review — and multiple parties credit specific team members by name. As one Google review summarized, “Alberto and his staff orchestrated the party flawlessly,” reinforcing the venue’s reputation as a reliable birthday-party destination. The atmosphere itself also draws warm comments: “Inside the lobby, they have cool racing memorabilia, including two race cars, a lounge area, and several video games.” — Google review.
The clearest warning signs concern pricing and wait times. Several reviewers describe spending close to $140 for two people across two races — “I paid close to $140 for two people for two races. I think that’s absurd!” — Google review — and one noting that a family of four can easily run $200–$270 for a single afternoon. Wait times are an even more frequent complaint. “We waited for 2 hours and left. Very dissatisfied, and there wasn’t that many people either” — Google review — captures the frustration bluntly, and the same theme recurs across multiple accounts tied to walk-in arrivals.
A few mixed signals round out the picture. Kart performance gets uneven feedback — “The kart I was given had absolutely no power for the entire race” — Google review — while food service draws complaints: “30 minute wait for basic food and the price is outrageous.” — Google review. The on-site arcade itself is widely viewed as underwhelming, with one visitor noting “the arcade is mediocre with like 4 games” — Google review. Staff quality, by contrast, remains the venue’s most consistent strength even within otherwise critical reviews; “Paola, the shift supervisor, was incredibly welcoming and professional” — Google review — and other named team members are repeatedly singled out for being welcoming and professional.
Games & Machines
K1 Speed Miami is not a traditional token arcade — its primary draw is the electric go-kart track. According to visitor accounts, the lobby features racing memorabilia including two display race cars, a lounge area, and a small selection of video games. The arcade portion of the venue is intentionally modest, with visitors describing roughly four games on site. Visitors looking for a deeper arcade experience should consider pairing this stop with one of the other Hialeah-area venues listed in our arcade finder directory.
Visiting
K1 Speed Miami is located in Medley, FL, just west of Hialeah proper, with free parking available on site — although visitors have noted that some construction has been happening in the surrounding area. Standard hours run 11AM to 10PM Monday through Thursday, extend to midnight on Friday, open at 10AM and close at midnight on Saturday, and run 10AM to 10PM on Sunday, giving late-week visitors plenty of flexibility for evening sessions.
The venue is widely described as family-friendly, and birthday-party and group-event bookings are a core part of the operation, with multiple reviewers reporting smooth coordination by dedicated staff. On-site food and drinks are available, though several visitors have warned that kitchen wait times can be lengthy and menu prices run high. Anyone planning a visit should reserve in advance, arrive at opening, and budget accordingly. The full menu of operating hours and booking details is available on the venue’s own website at k1speed.com/miami-location.html.
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