As we wind down to the final two weeks of the “extended” Miami Spice program fueled by the GMCVB, here are a couple standouts if you can grab a reservation:
Read MoreSolei Beach Club, at the Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel, Miami Beach’s chic new spot for sipping, savoring, and soaking up the sun, will transform into the ultimate Halloween destination this October 2026.
Read MoreIT’S HERE! The Great Miami Convention and Vistors Bureau (GMCVB) Miami Spice two-month long Summer special dining program prix fix 3 course menus begin August 1- September 30th with lunch/brunch at $40 and dinner options at $50 or $65.
Here are our MIAbites Contributor picks:
Read MoreStep inside CHŌ Funky Asian Bistro, and you are instantly transported into a neon-lit, flavor-packed world where Asian market energy meets South Beach edge.
Located at 1209 17th Street in Miami Beach, FL 33139, right across from Trader Joe’s, CHŌ is more than just a restaurant — it is an experience.
Read MoreAs a Miami Beach resident, Abbalé Telavivian (aka Abba or Abbalé) has been our go to for fresh Israeli/ Mediterranean cuisine since first opening in March of 2021. And now a second location is open in Aventura!
Read MoreFor years, Macchialina claimed the 820 Alton Road space for their authentic Italian taverna, helmed by James Beard nominated chef, Michael Pirolo with an award-winning wine program from his sister, Jackie.
Now, the space is alive and buzzing with a cool cocktail bar with the very appropriate name for South Florida, “Stormy Monday”.
Read MoreLeonardo, Miami Beach’s new restaurant and lounge channeling the golden era of 1930s to 1950s “Speakeasy style” dining, offers an elevated Italian/American dining experience in a cozy and elegant setting with a nod to Leonardo DaVinci, complete with plush seating , whimsical art and a painted Sistine-Chapel like ceiling.
Read MoreOcean Drive has certainly had its ups and down, especially since COVID, but if Casa Canita and La Canita, the newest addition from James Beard winning chef, Michelle Bernstein is any indication, Ocean Drive as a fun destination is back.
Read MoreThe South of Fifth neighborhood continues to shine with both old and new restaurants. One of the newest additions is Cotoletta, the four-month-old spinoff of the popular Coconut Grove restaurant.
Read MoreLocated on the historic Española Way in Miami Beach, The Drexel is housed in the beautifully preserved 1920s Casa Matanza building, (home of the Esmé Hotel) a setting that immediately grounds the restaurant in both history and charm.
Read MoreAs a Miami Beach resident, Abbalé Telavivian (aka Abba or Abbalé) has been our go to for fresh Israeli/ Mediterranean cuisine since first opening in March of 2021. And now a second location is open in Aventura!
Read MoreLocated on the historic Española Way in Miami Beach, The Drexel is housed in the beautifully preserved 1920s Casa Matanza building, (home of the Esmé Hotel) a setting that immediately grounds the restaurant in both history and charm.
Read MoreIt was Valentines Day, and we had made a reservation for Cotoletta, the two-month-old spinoff of the popular Coconut Grove restaurant in the South of Fifth neighborhood of Miami Beach.
Read MoreThe South Beach Wine and Food Festival presented by CapitalOne is celebrating its 25th Anniversary and the 4-day event is hosting over 105 different culinary, wine, spirits and food culture events including Signature events like the Goya Foods Grand Tasting Village, Mikes Amazing Burger Bash hosted by Rachael Ray, and a Drag Brunch with Antoni Porowski and Ana Navarro.
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