I could make a pun about it “not being a fluke“ that it was somewhat of a déjà vu to walk into Fluke Martini and Crudo Bar and not feel the presence of many years of the Miami Beach dining institution, Macchialina.
Read MoreNorth Beach on Miami Beach has always been the mostly residential antithesis to South Beach.
It is here in Normandy Isles that Silver Lake Bistro opened in 2018 with Chef Benoit Rablat at its helm at 1211 71st Street and immediately became a local favorite for its French inspired new American cuisine.
BUT did you know that Silver Lake has a partner Cabaret named La Poubelle?
Read MoreWhen it comes to fresh, inspired Mexican cuisine, Lime Fresh Mexican Grill raises the bar in Miami’s fast casual dining scene.
Read MoreNow that the sun sets later, Happy Hour can be a great way to kick off a fun evening…while still enjoying the daylight hours! Grab your friends, kick up your heels and hit up some of these Happy Hours in Miami.
Read MoreIf you didn’t know exactly what you were looking for, you’d drive right past El Carajo.
Tucked into a Mobil gas station off US 1, close to where I-95 fades out and turns into US1, this place doesn’t scream “restaurant.” In fact, it barely whispers it. But once you find it, you’ll never forget it.
Read MoreNorth Beach is an area of Miami Beach that has always prided itself on being the antithesis of South Beach. With the planned opening of the long delayed Ocean Terrace Park, Sushi Bichi, on the corner of 73rd is a welcome addition to the area.
Read MoreIn honor of National Paella Day on March 27th, all five Bulla Gastrobar locations are hosting a Paella and Sangria Making Class on Wednesday, March 26 from 7PM - 9PM. This class will allow food lovers to learn the ins and outs of Spanish cuisine while making Spain’s national dish, Paella.
Read MoreWhile every month we should celebrate the women in culinary, March is designated as both Women’s International and Women’s History Month and it seemed fitting for MIAbites to highlight some of the top, talented women “making history” in the South Florida food scene.
Read MoreAt the helm of GAO is Cathy Arrighi, the owner of South of Fifth’s buzzy Italian hot spot, Call Me Gaby. Arrighi, whose roots trace back to Vietnam, grew up immersed in the vibrant culinary culture of her heritage. Born to a Vietnamese mother and a Corsican father, she honed her appreciation for international cooking through her parents, who operated acclaimed restaurants in Saigon and France.
Read MoreRosemary’s, the beloved West Village Italian neighborhood restaurant from New York City opened in the heart of Wynwood (322 NW 25th Street) on Friday, February 7, 2025.
The brainchild of Casa Nela hospitality group founder/owner Carlos Suarez, Rosemary’s Miami (named after Suarez’s mother) is a bit of a homecoming for the Cuban-English restaurateur.
Read MoreCollins Ave in Mid Beach is a unique and complicated location on Miami Beach. Anchored by everything from the luxury Faena Hotel to the Holiday Inn all within 10 blocks, dining options have always been limited.
But the neighborhood is changing with the ongoing construction of the Aman, the planned Cipriani Club and Residences and now on the beach, the newly reimagined, Donna Mare Italian Chophouse upscale dining destination adjacent to the historic Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club.
Read MoreDry January has finally come to an end…doesn’t it feel like this has been the longest month ever??
Time to grab your friends, kick up your heels and hit up some of these Happy Hours in Miami.
Read MoreNew Year. New You. Well, not necessarily, as I personally don’t like that phrase. BUT, eating even a bit healthier can bring you closer to a healthier you. Here are some of our favorite MIAmi Beach spots for vegetarian, vegan, bowls, smoothies, wraps and salads :
Read MoreNot all restaurants manage to maintain their mojo when they outgrow their original location but Blue Collar, which moved last spring from its tiny nook in the Biscayne Inn across the street to 6789 Biscayne Boulevard (formerly the home of BALANS and La Placita restaurants), hasn’t skipped a beat.
Read MoreLocals and visitors alike are always asking ua, "Where should we eat in Miami?" Here are some of our Best Bites for Miami dining in and around the hot spot neighborhoods of Miami, Miami Beach, Wynwood and the Design District.
Read MoreA collective sigh of relief could be heard city wide as Miami Art Week and Art Basel ended last night. Art, Food and Traffic seemed to be interconnected.
As invited guests, we braved the traffic and closed streets in Wynwood on Thursday to enjoy the Chefs tasting at uchi Miami.
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