Chef Tom Aviv’s Israeli Eatery Branja in Miami Restaurant Review
Israeli cuisine is becoming increasingly popular in Miami with the emergence of restaurants such as Abbalé, Motek, Jaffa, Neya, and Aba. Branja, located in Upper Buena Vista, is an indoor-outdoor eatery that features mostly small plates by MasterChef Israel winner and renowned rebel chef Tom Aviv. Aviv uses humor and…
10 Miami Restaurants With Excellent Service
If you’re looking for a good meal in Miami, you might have to lower your expectations when it comes to service. The city is notorious for its rude and indifferent waiters, who seem to have a knack for ignoring customers, messing up orders, and adding hidden fees to the bill….
Best Lunch Spots In Downtown Miami
Looking for a great lunch spot to grab lunch in Downtown Miami? Whether you’re a busy worker or just passing through, check out The Infatuation Miami’s 12 picks for a tasty and satisfying meal. El Sitio: A casual spot that serves up authentic and delicious Venezuelan dishes. The portions are…
New Miami Restaurants to Try: Zeru, Branja, Tablé by Bachour
Are you ready for a culinary adventure that will take you around the world in 80 bites? Here’s to 3 three new dining spots in Miami that offer unique and exciting experiences. From the lively, retro vibes of 1970s Tel Aviv at Branja, to the chic and elegant ambiance of…
The 17 Best Sushi Restaurants In Miami – Miami
This guide features various sushi restaurants in Miami that offer different dining experiences, from casual spots to expensive omakase restaurants. Despite the varying price points (!) and dining atmospheres, each restaurant delivers excellent sushi and an unforgettable experience. Sushi Erika – a Miami classic operated by chef/owner Erika Kushi, offering…
The Ten Best Bagels in Miami 2023
Bagels are a contentious subject — particularly in a city as rife with New York influence as Miami. Merely broaching the subject of the doughy breakfast staple can lead to a heated debate about the boiling process, a proper schmear, and whether it really is all about the water.And yes,…
Higher Ground, Plum Market, and Tropical Distillers, Brand New in Miami
Miami’s latest round of openings includes the first Florida location of Plum Market in Aventura, the launch of Tropical Distillers’ new bar and distillery in Miami’s Allapattah neighborhood, and the addition of Bar Lab’s Higher Ground at the Arlo Wynwood hotel. Higher Ground has opened on the third floor of…
Miami’s New Restaurant Openings – January 2023
If you tried to keep track of every brand new restaurant in Miami, you might go a little bit crazy. So just read this list instead. These are the new restaurant openings we think you should know about—although keep in mind, we haven’t been to all of them. And for…
The 15 Best Tacos In Miami
Finding a great taco in Miami might not be as easy as finding a great Cuban sandwich or ceviche or someone’s escaped pet python that has grown to 20-feet long on a diet of slow iguanas. But those great tacos are out there, and it’s much more fun to find…
Coquito Made in Miami
If you love coconut, creamy cocktails, eggnog, and rum, chances are you love coquito.Often described as the Puerto Rican version of eggnog, it shows up mid-November and finds its way to the table at holiday parties throughout December and January. While most Puerto Ricans have been indulging in their homemade…
New Miami Restaurants: Kaia, Mila Omakase, and Six Pack Burger
Miami’s latest round of openings includes In & Out-inspired Six Pack Burger, the latest restaurant from the creators of Calle 29 and Crema Gourmet Espresso Bar, and the rooftop omakase and lounge from Mila in Miami Beach. An In & Out-inspired burger concept that offers kosher fare is now…
Miami’s 12 Best New Dishes of 2022 – Miami
We met hundreds of new dishes this year during the course of our job. Some were good, some were great, and some were so bad they made us want to hide underneath the table like a chihuahua who just heard thunder. But very few—13, to be exact—stuck out as the…
Michael Beltran Opens Brasserie Laurel
Michael Beltran’s restaurants are some of the finest in Miami, with Ariete receiving a Michelin star and his upscale Cuban diner, Chug’s, receiving a Bib Gourmand. Navé, another of Beltran’s restaurants, was included in the Michelin guide. Beltran recently opened the Gibson Room, a classic cocktail lounge on Coral Way….
The Best New Restaurants In Miami December 2022 (The Infatuation)
The Hit List is where you’ll find our favorite new food and drink experiences in Miami—whether they be pop-ups, takeout-only spots, or exciting new restaurants. Our only requirement is that these places are under a year old and making something delicious. Each month, we track new openings across the city,…
Kylo Food Hall in Miami Opens
If Burger King and Ms. Cheezious got together to create a meal, it would be a short rib melt sandwich complete with fries and a soda. And if that sounds like fast food made in heaven, you can find it on the menu at Kylo, a new food hall…
Donatella Arpaia Opens Noma Beach by Redfish in Miami
Redfish, the waterfront restaurant located inside Matheson Hammock Park in Coral Gables, has always been a spot beautiful enough for anniversary dinners, birthdays, and even proposals. In 2017, the restaurant suffered extensive damage from Hurricane Irma and remained closed for several years until chef Adrianne Calvo reopened it in 2019….
Best Happy Hours With a View in Miami 2022
Who doesn’t love a good happy hour? Even better, who doesn’t love a good happy hour with a view? In Miami, there’s no better way to enjoy an alfresco evening in the Magic City than with a glittering skyline or waterway as your backdrop. Below are the best…
The Ten Best Sandwich Shops in Miami
From our days of school lunch to our at-home office breaks, the sandwich remains the go-to meal that transcends culture, from Cuba’s medianoche to Vietnam’s bánh mì. At its core, a sandwich consists of two slices of bread and a filling in between. But while it seems simple, the sheer…
BurgerFi to Open Miami Lakes Location
Founded in 2011 in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, South Florida’s own elevated fast casual burger chain BurgerFi has since grown to approximately 120 locations. A recent plan review indicates the brand is now planning a new location for Miami Lakes, at 7431 Miami Lakes Drive. The brand’s website confirms this, although it gives…
Italica Officially Opens in Midtown Miami
Experienced restaurateur Pablo Sartori and Latino Hospitality Group, the minds behind the global Negroni Bistro & Sushi Bar concepts, are proud to announce the official opening of Italica Midtown. The 3,500-square-foot restaurant is adding a modern and colorful twist to traditional Italian cuisine with a customized spritz bar, Mediterranean-inspired pizzas,…
September 2022 Miami Restaurant Openings and Closings
September saw the resurgence of Mandrake Miami and Fort Lauderdale Italian restaurant Timpano, while a beloved Coconut Grove hotel got a refurbishment and a new restaurant — Mayfair Grill.
New Asian-Cuban Restaurant Looks to Be Opening in Miami
Little Havana appears to be the future home of a new Asian-Cuban restaurant: Zanja, a concept from Executive Chef Luis Pous. Pous has previously been involved with projects like San Diego’s Vessel Restaurant and Key West’s Hot Tin Roof Restaurant. Zanja is described on ChefPousCorp.com as a “Cuban Asian concept…
New Miami Restaurants: QP Tapas, Mandrake Miami, Pura Vida, and Sproutz
This latest round of openings from the Miami New Times includes: The reopening of Mandrake Miami with a menu offering awide range of traditional sashimi, nigiri, and maki rolls prepared with fish flown in daily.QP Tapas, a new dinner-only project from chef Josh Elliott at MKT Kitchen in Coral Gables….
Aubi and Ramsa Bringing Adults Only Ice Cream to Miami Beach
Liquor-infused ice cream brand Aubi & Ramsa is bringing its 21+ ice cream to Miami Beach. The new ice cream shop will open at 440 Española Way. Sign up now to get our Daily Breaking News Alerts Opt out at anytime What Now confirmed the news with a representative of…
The 12 Best Restaurants in Little River and Buena Vista
Buena Vista is a narrow section of Miami that borders the Design District, Upper East Side, and Wynwood and makes up for its lack of strip malls and lively nightlife with some excellent eateries that showcase Miami’s developing culinary culture. It’s still relatively unknown, but that’s part of its appeal….