Restaurants: New and Reopened
What's new in South Florida? Portuguese Sereia and Chinese RedFarm in Coconut Grove, Baoshi Food Hall and Bar in Pembroke Pines, Mexican restaurants and more:
The Canvas Bar, Edgewater
WHAT: From The Graspa Group, the hospitality firm that brought South Florida Segafredo, Spris Pizza, Salumeria 104 and Osteria, comes this neighborhood hangout featuring food, cocktails, craft beers and wine along with vintage arcade games, billiards and foosball. On the comfort food menu: homemade lasagna bolognese, baby back ribs, angus burger and fried mozzarella pearls.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 1600 NE 1 Ave.
MORE INFO: The Canvas Bar
Elastika, Design District
WHAT: Local farm-to-table fare from executive chef Joe Anthony, like grilled heritage pork “ribeye” with Tturnips from Tiny Farm, citrus cured kingfish crudo and heirloom tomato gazpacho.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Moore Building, 191 NE 40th Street
MORE INFO: Elastika Miami
Buccan, Coral Gables
WHAT: Chef Clay Conley is bringing his inventive American cuisine to Miracle Mile next year. Buccan Coral Gables will be located on the ground floor of a 37,000-sq-ft office building now under construction. Expect seafood like Florida rock shrimp, plant-based dishes featuring local tomatoes and lion’s mane mushrooms, pasta dishes and more.
WHEN: Early 2025
WHERE: 100 Miracle Mile
MORE INFO: Buccan
Prince Street Pizza, Miami Beach
WHAT: This popular New York City pizzeria, which popped up at Oasis Wunwood, is now opening on Lincoln Road, serving Sicilian-style square slices and Neapolitan pizzas including its Spicy Spring pizza with pepperoni.
WHEN: Fourth quarter 2024
WHERE: 521 Lincoln Road
MORE INFO: Prince Street Pizza
Maiz y Agave, Coral Gables
WHAT: Artisanal Oaxacan cuisine in a huge new building with three floors, all adorned with Mexican art. The first floor, El Patio, features typical dishes like guacamole and cochinita pibil, and includes a bar; on the second-floor Los Balcones showcases traditional moles; and the rooftop bar La Azotea overlooks Miracle Mile.
WHEN: Now open.
WHERE: 375 Miracle Mile, on the corner of LeJeune Rd. and Miracle Mile
MORE INFO: Maiz y Agave
Tacombi, Brickell
WHAT: The newest location for this national taqueria is now open in Brickell, serving Mexican classics like corn esquites, Mexico city-style al pastor tacos, classic margaritas and other cocktails. With each new opening, Tacombi grows the impact of The Tacombi Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to food accessibility and education for Mexican communities.
WHEN: May 1
WHERE: S. Miami Ave. and SW 7 St, opposite Brickell City Centre
MORE INFO: Tacombi
Flora Plant Kitchen, MiMo
WHAT: Try elevated vegetarian fare with a Latin twist for breakfast, lunch and brunch from executive chef Fabio Delgado in a sprawling indoor/outdoor setting. The menu includes shakshouka with arepas, cactus elotes, yuzu french toast and Japanese-style peach souffle pancakes.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 5580 NE 4 Ct., 4B
MORE INFO: Flora Plant Kitchen
LEKU Fish and Garden, Allapattah
WHAT: Not a new restaurant but a new identity and chef for LEKU in the Rubell Museum, LEKU will showcase chef Carlos Garcia’s fresh seafood dishes, like snapper crudo, roasted branzino, turbot and lobster and fresh herbs in brothy rice.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 1100 NW 23 St.
MORE INFO: Leku Miami
J&C Oyster, Hollywood
WHAT: From chefs Raheem Sealey, formerly of KYU, Zuma and Drinking Pig BBQ in Miami, and Monika Dominguez of Zuma, KYU, Chug’s Diner, and Dale Street Food comes this indoor/outdoor seafood restaurant.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 2035 Harrison St
MORE INFO: J&C Oyster
Fooq’s, Little River
WHAT: After a three-year hiatus, Fooq’s will reopen in a new space in Little River, David Foulquier says the restaurant will feature their “feel good food,” like charcoal-grilled kebabs and Persian stews, a full liquor license and craft cocktail program, and outdoor lounge seating.
WHEN: End 2024
WHERE: 150 NW 73rd Street
MORE INFO: Fooq's Miami
RedFarm, Coconut Grove
WHAT: Modern Chinese food from dim sum master chef Joe Ng in the former Mr. Moe’s space. Dishes at this New York import include Pac Man shrimp dumplings, made-to-order hot and sour soup and Peking duck with three sauces and homemade pancakes. Partners in this project include Jeffrey Chodorow of China Grill Management.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 3131 Commodore Plaza
MORE INFO: RedFarm Miami
Osumi Cocktail and Sushi Bar, Coral Gables
WHAT: Japanese-American fusion dishes include signature rolls, Japanese Korean chicken wings, crudos, Wagyu items and nigiri, plus an extensive cocktail list.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 110 Giralda Plaza
MORE INFO: Osumi
B&D Trap BBQ, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: Slow-cooked Texas barbecue is on the menu at this eat-in and take-out spot, offering brisket and smoked turkey by the pound, full racks of ribs, chicken, crispy smoked wings and pulled pork, plus sides.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 1551 NW 6 St.
MORE INFO: B&D Trap BBQ
Sereia, Coconut Grove
WHAT: Portuguese chef Henrique Sá Pessoa of Lisbon’s two-Michelin star restaurant Alma is opening this modern, seafood-forward restaurant inspired by the Iberian coast and the chef’s travels. Look for imported and local catches, suckling pork confit, a crudo bar and tinned fish menu, plus Portuguese tapas.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 3540 Main Highway
MORE INFO: Sereia
The Hallway Tap & Brew, Hollywood
WHAT: Family-owned and operated taproom in the former Woddys Tavern and PRL Euro Café space fetures 18 different taps, including traditional IPAs, stouts, sours, German-style lagers and an American light house beer.
WHEN: April 6
WHERE: 1904A Hollywood Blvd.
MORE INFO: The Hallway Tap & Brew
Pierogi One, downtown Miami
WHAT: Downtown’s first Polish restaurant from chef Adam Tarnowski focuses on pierogi and other Eastern European dishes, including schnitzel, potato pancakes, Polish sausage and borscht.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 900 Biscayne Blvd.
MORE INFO: Pierogi One
The Salty, Coconut Grove
WHAT: Artisanal donuts, craft coffee and baked goods are on the menu at the third Miami location of this donut shop. Look for traditional glazed donuts, brown butter and salt and maple and bacon plus Grove specials like strawberry tres leches.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 3034 Grand Ave
MORE INFO: The Salty
Yann Couvreur Pâtisserie, Wynwood
WHAT: The first U.S. namesake restaurant cafe of esteemed French pastry chef Yann Couvreur will go beyond his elegant pastries, serving croissants, sandwiches and daily breakfast and lunch items, using seasonal and local ingredients.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 2243 NW 2nd Ave.
MORE INFO: Yann Couvreur Pâtisserie
The Collab, Coral Gables
WHAT: From executive chef Nicolas Mazier: Mediterranean-Asian foods in the former Orno space. Throughout the week, expect live music, including a resident vinyl DJ, jazz trios, and more.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: THesis Hotel, 1350 S Dixie Hwy
MORE INFO: The Collab
Blue Collar Miami, MiMo (moving across the street)
WHAT: One of Miami’s favorite comfort-food restaurants is moving from its location next to an, uh, colorful motel across Biscayne Blvd. in the former Balans and La Placita space. The move quadruples the size of the space, which will feature indoor and outdoor seating, a full bar and a fun Happy Hour, but includes the same menu, with dishes like the Big Ragout, great veggie dishes, braises and pastas.
WHEN: April
WHERE: 6789 Biscayne Blvd.
MORE INFO: Blue Collar Miami
Bakaló Mykonos, South Beach
WHAT: Straight from Mykonos in its first U.S. location, Bakaló serves fresh Greek classics like seabass carpaccio, Mediterranean branzino. moussaka and spinach pie salad.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 959 West Ave.
MORE INFO: Bakaló
Mitch’s Downtown Bagel Cafe, Hallandale Beach
WHAT: This family-run deli is opening its third brick-and-mortar location in Atlantic Village with a cafe offering classics like fresh-baked bagels, turkey or corned beef Reuben, matzoh ball soup, classic NY deli sandwiches andcoffee from Wells Coffee Company.
WHEN: April
WHERE: 601 N Federal Hwy.
MORE INFO: Mitch's Downtown Bagel Cafe
Mangrove, Downtown Miami
WHAT: From the folks who brought you Jrk! comes this new bar, restaurant and lounge taking guests on a journey through the Caribbean, featuring dinner dishes like jerk skewers and ginger rosemary snapper. Every Wednesday look for reggae beats and a Happy Hour from 5-8pm.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 101 NW 1 Ave.
MORE INFO: Mangrove
Graze Craze, Coral Springs
WHAT: Charcuterie shop specializing in artfully designed, hand-crafted grazing boards and boxes made with fresh fruits and vegetables, premium meats and cheeses, gourmet sweets, house-made jams, dips and more.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 7517 W Sample Rd.
MORE INFO: Graze Craze
KYU, Wynwood
WHAT: Closed for repairs following a storm, Asian-inspired KYU is back in action, serving dishes like wood-fired grilled meats, hamachi crudo, pork-belly bao plus hand-crafted cocktails.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 251 NW 25th St.
MORE INFO: KYU
Salty Flame, Brickell
WHAT: Modern steak bar with Asian-influenced dishes, featuring premium dry-aged and traditional steaks served thinly sliced. Also on the menu: sashimi, rolls, rice and noodles, Korean fried chicken and steamed striped bass.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 1414 Brickell Ave.
MORE INFO: Salty Flame
Palma, Miami
WHAT: Chef Juan Camilo Liscano offers intriguing seven-course, changing tasting menus ($85). Previous courses include squid with parsnip and shallot soubise, sweet plantain brioche, smoked chicken with onion jus, shellfish sabayon, carrot and basil, and guanabana sorbet with Szechuan cream and rose oil.
WHEN: Now open Wed.-Sat.
WHERE: 240 NW 8th Avenue
MORE INFO: Palma
Mister O1 Extraordinary Pizza, Doral
WHAT: Founded by chef Renato Viola and Umberto Mister O1 brings their pizzeria offering 13-inch traditional and specialty pizzas plus calzones, salads, and an antipasto and burrata bar to Doral. Other South Florida include Aventura, Bay Harbor Islands, Brickell, CocoWalk, Fort Lauderdale,Pembroke Pines, South Beach and Wynwood.
WHEN: Later this year
WHERE: 8455 N.W. 53rd St
MORE INFO: Mister O1
Carrot Express, River Landing
WHAT: It’s the 25th location of this healthy hub serving salads, smoothies, bowls, wraps, fresh-pressed juices and smoothies.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: River Landing, 1400 NW N River Dr.
MORE INFO: Carrot Express
La Màrtola, Buena Vista
WHAT: European Riviera-style dining includes dishes like Neapolitan pizza, wood-fired farm-raised meats, lobster salad, fried cremini and a world-class gelato program.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 4702 NE 2nd Ave.
MORE INFO: La Màrtola
Avenue 31 Café, Bal Harbour
WHAT: Monte Carlo-grown all-day cafe under chef Julian Baker serves salads, pasta, pizza, meat and fish dishes, including fritto misto di mare and salame piccante pinsa, Roman gourmet pizza.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Avenue Level 2
MORE INFO: Avenue 31 Café
Bored Cuban, Miami
WHAT: Cuban-inspired fast casual restaurant close to MIA (and the future Inter Miami stadium) with an all-day menu (7am-9pm) that includes ventanita classics like croquetas, empanadas and tostadas, Cuban-style pop tart with guava, cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk icing, and batidos and smoothies.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 831 LeJeune Rd.
MORE INFO: Bored Cuban
La Doña, Sunrise
WHAT: From chefs James Tahhan and Patrick Baloup comes this Mexican seafood restaurant, featuring dishes like Jicama Shrimp Tacos, Snapper Ranchero and Carnitas Estilo Michoacan and cocktails made with 100% Mexican agave distillates.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Sawgrass Mills, 1800 Sawgrass Mills Circle
MORE INFO: La Doña
Baoshi Food Hall, Pembroke Pines
WHAT: Asian food hall (宝石, Bǎoshí in Chinese) offers an authentic experience reminiscent of bustling Asian street markets, featuring Boba Street Cafe, Gangnam Chikn, Poke OG, Temple Street Eatery, Gold Marquess plus a bar.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 8525 Pines Blvd.
MORE INFO: Baoshi Food Hall
The Taco Stand, Little Havana
WHAT: The second South Florida location for this Southern California Mexican chain features tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and breakfast dishes like bistec ranchero and chorizo con huevo.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 2063 SW 8th Street
MORE INFO: The Taco Stand
Pisco y Nazca, Coral Gables
WHAT: Taste the vibrant flavors of Peru in this gastrobar’s newest location on Miracle Mile. Open for lunch, weekend brunch, and dinner, plus Happy Hour.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 101 Miracle Mile
MORE INFO: Pisco y Nazca
PIER 5 at Bayside Marketplace, Miami
WHAT: Open-air waterfront destination named after the renowned fishing pier includes three bars, Black Market Miami, a sports bar; Ben’s Pizza; La Industria bakery and café and SKOOPS gelato and ice cream spot.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 401 Biscayne Blvd.
MORE INFO: PIER 5
Casa Matilda, South Beach
WHAT: Mexican steakhouse offering a special focus on prime-cut meats. This female-owned restaurant also features signature tequila cocktails.
WHEN: Opens Jan. 25
WHERE: 411 Washington Ave.
MORE INFO: Casa Matilda
Oise Ristorante, Wynwood
WHAT: From chef Brad Kilgore, an Italian + Japanese mashup featuring dishes like omakase, prosciutto and burrata with umeboshi plum vinegar and shiso pesto, gyoza in brodo, chicken parm katsu sando and black sesame tiramisu.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 2335 N Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: Oise Ristorante
Casa Vigil Miami, Upper Buena Vista
WHAT: From renowned winemaker Alejandro Vigil, this rustic restaurant debuts in the U.S., pairing Mediterranean and Argentinean-influenced dishes with fine wines.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 5020 NE 2 Ave.
MORE INFO: Casa Vigil
Bodega Taqueria y Tequila, Coral Gables
WHAT: Casual, all-day neighborhood bar and taqueria, the chain’s eighth establishment, with indoor and outdoor patio seating..
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 315-317 Miracle Mile
MORE INFO: Bodega Taqueria y Tequila
Brother’s Keeper, Miami Beach
WHAT: Neighborhood bar serving low-brow beer, high-brow cocktails and offbeat bites on Miami Beach from Chris Hudnall and Randy Alonso of Lost Boy & Co.,
WHEN: 2024
WHERE: 1710 Alton Rd.
MORE INFO: Brother’s Keeper
JARANA, Aventura
WHAT: Soon to be part of the Esplanade at Aventura in Aventura, Florida, JARANA is designed to reflect the lively, festive nature of a traditional Peruvian jarana, a celebration marked by abundant food, soulful music,and spirited libations. From the team at Acurio International.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Esplanade at Aventura, 19505 Biscayne Blvd.
MORE INFO: JARANA
Muchaaachos, North Miami Beach
WHAT: Argentinean restaurant features live-fire cooking and celebrates all things futbol, especially noteworthy with the addition of Lionel Messi’s move to InterMiami. Chef Sebastian Benitez, who trained under Francis Mallman, serves up offerings a la parrilla and includes housemade chorizo, choripan and milanesa.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 933 Normandy Dr.
MORE INFO: Muchaaachos
La Cumbancha, Miami Lakes
WHAT: From Cafe La Trova cantinero Julio Cabrera: a Cuban-inspired menu that includes dishes like oxtail croquetas, picadillo empanadas, tropical cocktails and mocktails, cigars and live music.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 6743 Main St.
MORE INFO: La Cumbancha
Zaytinya, Miami Beach
WHAT: Mediterranean flavors and mezze from top chef and World Central Kitchen founder José Andrés come to South Beach: flatbreads, pide, cheeses, seafood, lamb, beef and poultry are on the menu.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach, 1 Lincoln Rd.
MORE INFO: Zaytinya
EntreNos, Miami Shores
WHAT: Seasonal restaurant, popping up evenings at Tinta y Cafe in Miami Shores, featuring cross-cultural dishes sourcing local ingredients from South Florida farms. Chefs Evan Burgess and Osmel Gonzalez’s food centers on Florida-sourced ingredients. Dishes like spiny lobster, grilled yellowtail, arroz con mango, sourcing farms like Tiny Farm, Bee Heaven, Paradise Farms, Harpke Farms and Treasure Coast Shellfish.
WHEN: Now open Wed.-Sat.
WHERE: 9840 NE 2 Ave., Miami Shores
MORE INFO: EntreNos
Delilah Miami, Brickell
WHAT: Jazz Age-inspired supper club is the latest outpost of Los Angeles-based h.wood Group, Led by executive chef Daniel Roy, the menu includes Latin inspired flavors in dishes like Cubano Fritters, Crispy Confit and Suckling Pig.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 301 Brickell Bay Drive
MORE INFO: Delilah Miami, Brickell
MAASS, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: From chef and restaurateur Ryan Ratino and Hive Hospitality comes this contemporary wood-fire restaurant at the Four Seasons.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale, 525 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard
MORE INFO: MAASS
Baires Grill, Downtown Doral
WHAT: It’s the seventh South Florida location for this Argentinean steakhouse, serving parrillada (mixed grilled meats), picanha, milanesas, seafood and salad. They join Downtown Doral’s growing list of restaurants, including The Doral Yard, Bulla Gastrobar; Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar; Dragonfly Izakaya & Fish Market and Pura Vida
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 8551 NW 53 Rd St., Doral
MORE INFO: Baires Grill
Casa Ya’ax, Wynwood
WHAT: Chef Omar Montero of La Santa Taqueria is opening this indoor/outdoor culinary and cocktail spot highlights the coastal cuisine, with dishes like white corn and red quinoa with pork belly and rock shrimp and tiger shrimp with garlic.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 51 NE 24 St., Wynwood
MORE INFO: Casa Ya’ax
Zuri, Wynwood
WHAT: Inspired by Morocco’s warm hospitality, Zuri features family-style Moroccan and Mediterranean dishes like zaalouk (Moroccan eggplant salad), chicken and preserved lemons tagine, red chermoula, chicken and almond pastilla and an authentic Moroccan tea program.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 73 NW 26 St.
MORE INFO: Zuri
Val+tino, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: From chefs Giovanni Rocchio and Jake Abbott comes this celebration of Italian and Mediterranean flavors. Standout dishes include Berkshire pork with nduja, porchetta and escarole; and strozzapreti with seafood Bolognese, and there’s an extensive wine list.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 620 S. Federal Highway, in Rio Vista’s iconic 620 building
MORE INFO: Val+Tino
bartaco, Coconut Grove
WHAT: This two-story property is the 29th location of this national chain offering upscale street food inspired by the beach culture of Brazil, Uruguay and Southern California. Signature dishes include chicken tortilla soup and tuna tatako, duck birria, pork belly and baja fish tacos. Handcrafted cocktails include their green margarita, made with fresh=squeezed spinach, pineapple and mango juice.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 3112 Commodore Plaza
MORE INFO: bartaco
L’Artisteria Pizzeria, Brickell
WHAT: Offering a fusion of Naples and New York styles of pizza, this new pizzeria is open for dine-in or take-out. L'Artisteria Pizzeria offers enticing specials from Monday to Friday, 4 PM - 7 PM, featuring a $12 Margherita pizza paired with a $5 draft beer.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: A/C Hotel, 766 SW 1 Ct.
MORE INFO: L'Artisteria
Cafe Bastille, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: French cafe serves brunch all day long: stuffed Nutella french toast, smoked salmon Benedict, omelettes, croissants, salads and fresh-pressed juices.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 704 SW First St.
MORE INFO: Cafe Bastille
Giorgina, Wynwood
WHAT: From Mexico City’s Grupo Mandolina comes this casual restaurant serving classically inspired Italian dishes, including signature pizzettes, grilled octopus over creamy cannellini beans, whole roasted orata (dorada) topped with garlic confit and gooseberry panna cotta.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 2700 N Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: Giorgina Miami
Mirabella, Miami Beach
WHAT: Michelin-starred chef Michael White brings coastal Italian cuisine to the Fontainebleau Miami Beach, featuring family-style portions and menu items like risotto, seafood dishes and bone-in veal parmigiano.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Fontainebleau Miami Beach, 4441 Collins Ave.
MORE INFO: Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Eva and The Oyster Bar, Coconut Grove
WHAT: Charming Mediterranean bistro with chef and restaurateur Michael Beltran and executive chef Ashley Moncada at the helm. Dishes include spicy feta, halloumi with poached guava, grouper with lemon tahini, kibbe, lamb shank with crispy chickpea salad and baklava.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: CocoWalk, 3015 Grand Ave
MORE INFO: Eva
Gordon Ramsay Hell’s Kitchen Miami
WHAT: Drawing inspiration from the television series, chef Gordon Ramsay creates a dining experience to make guests feel as if they’re dining on set at Hell's Kitchen. The menu at Hell's Kitchen includes iconic dishes such as Beef Wellington, Pan-Seared Scallops, Lobster Risotto, Sticky Toffee Pudding. There’s a $90 prix-fixe menu or order a la carte.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 333 Biscayne Blvd. Way
MORE INFO: Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen Miami
Casadonna, Edgewater
WHAT: From Groot Hospitality and TaoGroup Hospitality: Cuisine from the Italian Riviera in the waterfront historic Miami Women’s Club. Signature dishes include Royal Dorade Acqua Pazza, Bistecca Fiorentina and homemade pastas, plus a comprehensive crudo bar.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 1737 N Bayshore Dr., Miami
MORE INFO: Casadonna Miami
Mister O1 Extraordinary Pizza, Bay Harbor Islands
WHAT: Another location for Italian-born chef and owner Renato Viola, who brings his 13-inch traditional and specialty pizzas plus calzones, salads, and an antipasto and burrata bar to Bay Harbor Islands. Other South Florida include Aventura, Brickell, CocoWalk, Fort Lauderdale,Pembroke Pines, South Beach and Wynwood.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 1065 95 St., Bay Harbor Islands
MORE INFO: Mister O1
One K Raw, Brickell
WHAT: International cuisine and craft cocktails from hospitality guru Coco Coig at the old Miami Fire Station No. 4. Chef Aleric Constantin is in the kitchen serving dishes like tropical ceviche, lobster roll and Wagyu ragu rigatoni.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 1000 S. Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: One K Raw
Ogawa, Little River
WHAT: 11-seat omakase restaurant delivering a Kappo multi=course meal using seasonal ingredients and fesh seafood from Tokyo’s Toyosu fish market, from Alvaro Perez Miranda, the restaurateur who runs Hiyakawa, Wabi Sabi and Midorie.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 7223 NW 2 Ave.
MORE INFO: Ogawa
The Amalfi Llama, Aventura
WHAT: Inspired by cultures ranging from Patagonia’s countryside to the Mediterranean’s Italian coast, this restaurant specializes in live-fire cooking, using smoke, coals and embers to prepare meat, seafood and vegetables. Dishes include cedar-roasted burrata, wood-fired pizza, steaks and brazino.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Esplanade at Aventura, 19505 Biscayne Blvd
MORE INFO: The Amalfi Llama
Teatro Restaurant, Arsht Center
WHAT: Theatergoers can enjoy pre-show dinners, craft cocktails and an expansive selection of wines. Teatro will serve a priz-fixeNew American menu with creative European and Latin influences from executive chef Jose Danger. The restaurant will offer a prix-fixe menu, which will include a choice of one appetizer and entrée or one entrée and dessert, along with sides and à la carte menu. Appetizer options include Red Carpet Carpaccio, featuring heirloom tomato, mint tahini, toasted grains, Beldi olives and microgreens; Thai Coconut Curry Mussels, PEI mussels with lemongrass coconut broth, Thai herbs and grilled sourdough; Huevos Rotos, house-made kettle chips served with thinly sliced prosciutto and fried egg; Smoked Salmon Dip, a house-smoked salmon spread with salmon roe, capers, shallots and dill served with house-made kettle chips; and Steak Tartare “Big Mac,” chopped black Angus beef with house special sauce, gherkins, shallots, French herbs and sesame airbread.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd.
MORE INFO: Teatro
Rao’s Miami, Miami Beach
WHAT: South Beach outpost of one of the oldest family-owned and operated restaurants in the country, featuring Southern Neapolitan cooking and home-style family ambiance.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: St. Moritz Tower of the Loews Miami Beach Hotel, 1601 Collins Ave.
MORE INFO: Rao's Miami
Erba, Coral Gables
WHAT: Chef Niven Patel’s homage to his time in Florence, featuring fresh, local ingredients – many from their own farm, Rancho Patel – in a menu that includes homemade pasta, cocktail program and wines that highlight Italy’s vineyards.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Life Time Building, 227 S Dixie Hwy.
MORE INFO: Erba Miami
Bouchon Bistro, Coral Gables
WHAT: Located in the restored 1924 La Palma building, chef Thomas Keller’s award-winning French bistro offers seasonally changing classic French dishes such as roast chicken, steak frites, croque madame, and includes the signature raw bar with a selection of fruits de mer complemented by an extensive French and domestic wine list, along with traditional cocktails.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 2101 Galiano St, Coral Gables
MORE INFO: Bouchon Bistro
Vinoteca, Coconut Grove
WHAT: Neighborhood wine market aimed at introducing newer and lesser-known wines and classics. They also stock charcuterie kits, pasta, olive oils, desserts and other specialty products.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 3070 Grand Ave.
MORE INFO: Vinoteca
Motek, Miu’s Tea and More, Brickell
WHAT: Six new food and beverage tenants are debuting at Brickell City Centre. Now open are The Henry, an all-day restaurant from James Beard award-nominated restaurateur Sam Fox and Café Americano, a Latin-inspired diner. Popular Israeli Mediterranean bistro Motek and Miu’s Tea will open later this year, and Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer is opening in 2024.
WHERE: The Shops at Brickell City Centre, 701 S. Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: Brickell City Centre
Buena Papa Fry Bar, Wynwood
WHAT: Latin-inspired meals served on hand-cut, made-to-order French fries, such as El Cubano, El Japones and El Miami, from the first Florida franchise location.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Inside The Dirty Rabbit, 151 NW 24th St, Miami
MORE INFO: Buena Papa Fry Bar
Velvet Taco, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: Tacos, housemade red velvet cake and margaritas are on the menu in the first Florida location of this Dallas-based chain.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale, 305 S Andrews Ave.
MORE INFO: Velvet Taco
Pure Green, The Goodtime Hotel, South Beach
WHAT: Cold-pressed juices and smoothies, acai bowls and wellness shots.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 601 Washington Ave.
MORE INFO: Puregreen
Elcielo Miami, South Beach
WHAT: Chef Juan Manual Barrientos Valencia is expanding his one-Michelin-star Colombian restaurant to South Beach. “This is going to be our first foray into Elcielo a la carte,” says chef Juanma. Elcielo will feature classic dishes like corn arepa and caviar, “árbol de la vida,” ribs in guava and tamarind, yucca gnocchi with truffle and sweet plantain honey.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: SLS South Beach, 1701 Collins Ave.
MORE INFO: Elcielo Miami
Normandy Gourmandy, North Beach
WHAT: From Sandy Sanchez and Benoit Rablat of La Fresa Francesa and Silverlake Bistro comes this neighborhood wine shop and food market, featuring food items, cheese, cured meats, charcuterie boards, prepared foods, wine and beer.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 932 71 St.
MORE INFO: Normandy Gourmandy
Whiskylucan, Little Havana
WHAT: Mexican street food + 40 mezcals and tequilas are on the menu at this authentic Mexican restaurant’s first U.S. location, plus tacos, tostadas, flautas, tortas, sopes, and traditional desserts. Guests can feast on appetizers such as queso fundido, guacamole, and guava and cheese tequeños.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 1225 SW 8 St.
MORE INFO: Whiskylucan
Ostrow Brasserie, Buena Vista
WHAT: Miami’s first French Kosher restaurant features traditional French dishes, an open kitchen and a tropical secret garden out back. New from chef Olivia Ostrow, the brasserie will launch with dinner, followed by lunch and brunch in the fall. Dishes include trout amandine; orange duck confit served with braised caramelized endive, potatoes sarladaises; and beef bourguignon with carrots and shallots.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 4850 NW 2 Ave.
MORE INFO: Ostrow Brasserie
Marie Blachère French Bakery, Midtown Miami
WHAT: Traditional French bakery, founded in Provence, uses high quality seasonal ingredients to create tarts, pastries and artisanal breads using French flour and butter from Normandy.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 3421 NE 1 Ave.
MORE INFO: Marie Blachere
Marker 88, Islamorada
WHAT: Newly renovated and expanded, this renowned Florida Keys restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, serving Florida seafood including crispy fish sandwich, blackened mahi mahi, seasonal daily catch – jerk chicken fajitas, key lime pie and hand-crafted cocktails.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 88000 Overseas Highway
MORE INFO: Marker 88
Manta Nikkei, Wynwood
WHAT: Peruvian-Japanese cuisine – rolls, sashimis, nigiris, ceviches, tiraditos, and other creations – using high-quality ingredients like ají amarillo, camote, quinoa, fresh seafood and fish from the Peruvian coast.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 102 NW 25 St.
MORE INFO: Manta Nikkei
Carl's Jr., Doral
WHAT: This popular West Coast and international burger chain has selected Doral for its first Florida location. “We’re thrilled to welcome the South Florida community to experience our fan-favorite, authentically crafted menu items whenever the craving hits,” says Chris Bode, COO of CKE Restaurants. Menu favorites include their 100% Black Angus Thickburgers, Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders and breakfast burgers and biscuits.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Doral
MORE INFO: Carl's Jr.
ZeyZey, Little River
WHAT: From Grassfed Culture Hospitality (Krüs and Michelin-rated establishment Los Félix), this community-driven music venue and cultural hotspot, ZeyZey combines global music, a food and beverage program, and an inclusive atmosphere for all. Opening concepts include The Maiz project, Mana Table, Gutenberg Burger, MintyZ and La Guaguaseria by chef Alejandra Espinoza.
WHEN: Open on Friday and Saturday 4pm-late
WHERE: 353 NE 61 Street
MORE INFO: ZeyZey
Tâm Tâm, Downtown Miami
WHAT: This colorful former Vietnamese pop-up and underground supper club gets a brick-and-mortar across from the Dade County Courthouse. Inspired by Vietnamese “quán nhậu” – drinking places – Tam Tam serves eclectic small plates like jungle steak tartare and lemongrass coconut clams, larger plates and sweets, beer and wine and treats like spiked Viet iced coffee.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 97 NW !st St.
MORE INFO: Tam Tam Miami
Regatta Grove, Coconut Grove
WHAT: Open-air destination on the Biscayne Bay shoreline features a food and beverage program, groovy music, and waterfront views plus three large bars. Food includes Sunny Side Up Aussie Bites by Janine Booth, Tackle Box by Jeff McInnis, The Piefather by Jose Mendin, House of Birds and Biscuits by Kenny Gilbert and JJ’s Guilty Pleasures by Jeremy Ford.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 3415 Pan American Drive
MORE INFO: Regatta Grove
Casa Xabi, Coconut Grove
WHAT: Basque food from chef Xabier Oteiza in the former Taco Way space includes dishes made with Iberian pork, seafood, croquetas and seafood, plus indoor and outdoor seating (with white tablecloths) on Commodore Plaza.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 3145 Commodore Plaza
MORE INFO: Casa Xabi
ADRIFT Mare, Brickell
WHAT: From chef David Myers, ADRIFT Mare offers a taste of a spirited life along the Mediterranean coastline, serving fresh fish, crustaceans and grilled meats plus light pastas and seasonal vegetable dishes.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Hotel AKA Brickell, 1395 Brickell Ave.
MORE INFO: ADRIFT Mare
The New Schnitzel House, Shorecrest
WHAT: From the owner of Gramps in Wynwood comes this new restaurant and bar that honors the former Schnitzel Haus, serving German comfort food classics like chicken schnitzel, brats, a pickle plate with sweet and sour kraut, pickled eggs, bread and butter pickles, pickled mushrooms and beet turnips and German cheesecake topped with sour cherry compote. Signature cocktails highlight German ingredients and there are German beers and natural wines.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 1085 NE 79 St.
MORE INFO: The New Schnitzel House
Pastis Miami, Wynwood
WHAT: Sceney New York City Parisian-style brasserie from Keith McNally and Stephen Starr is now open in Wynwood, serving classic dishes like bouillabaisse, moules frites, lamb navarin, baba au rhum and profiteroles.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 380 NW 26th St.
MORE INFO: Pastis Miami
Amelia’s 1931, Kendall
WHAT: Twice the size of the original Cuban-inspired diner, this revamped space from chef Eileen Andrade melds Cuban and Asian fishes, kimchi clam chowder, gochujang paella, arroz con pato and Cuban timba made with coconut cream cheese mousse, guava and a Maria cookie.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 13601 SW 26 St.
MORE INFO: Amelia's 1931
The Henry, Brickell
WHAT: From 11-time James Beard-nominated restaurateur Sam Fox, this neighborhood restaurant and bar serves new American cuisine for breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch, and includes a ventanita.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Brickell City Centre, 701 S Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: The Henry
Eleventh Street Pizza, Dadeland
WHAT: David Foulquier’s sourdough pies and Sicilian square pizza shine at this new location, along with spicy caesar salad, New York-style sourdough garlic knots, and signature meatballs made with Florida grass-fed beef, served with organic Bianco DiNapoli tomato sauce.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 9025 SW 72 Pl.
MORE INFO: Eleventh Street Pizza
Soulfly Chicken, Wynwood
WHAT: Miami food truck Soulfly Chicken from chef Troy Tingling gets a Wynwood brick-and-mortar for its healthier, juicy fried chicken, plus sides like braised collard greens and creamy macaroni.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 2615 N Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: Soulfly Chicken
The House on the River, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: Located on the New River in downtown Fort Lauderdale, this lovely Old Florida space makes use of vintage furniture, mixed china and vibrant flowers for ambiance. They feature Everyday Bakery Cafe, weekend brunch and dinner.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 301 SW 3 Ave.
MORE INFO: The House on the River
Negroni Bistro & Sushi Bar, Weston
WHAT: This global fusion restaurant brand from Latin America featuring a diverse selection of antipasti, salads, flatbreads, paninis, burgers, and more.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Weston Town Center, 1744 Main St.
MORE INFO: Negroni Bistro & Sushi Bar
Koko by Bakan, Coconut Grove
WHAT: Indoor and outdoor restaurant and bar/terrace features handcrafted tortillas toasted over cherrywood and more than 400 mezcales and tequilas. Open for lunch and dinner.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 2856 Tigertail Ave.
MORE INFO: Koko by Bakan
Omakai Sushi, Coconut Grove
WHAT: Expect traditional sushi and signature “Homeakase” boxes in this sleek restaurant’s third location (the others are in Wynwood and Aventura).
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 3304 Mary Street
MORE INFO: Omakai Sushi
SHINGO, Coral Gables
WHAT: Sushi chef Shingo Akikuni’s 14-seat omakase experience showcasing seasonal ingredients sourced locally and throughout Japan.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: La Palma Building, 2101 Galiano
MORE INFO: Shingo Miami
Lira Beirut Eatery, Wynwood
WHAT: Authentic Lebanese foods – cold and hot mezze, chicken tawouk, grilled whole branzino – in a space adorned with art from Lebanese artists and designers.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 2000 NW 2 Ave.
MORE INFO: Lira Beirut Eatery
Pate Bar, Polo Bar and Grill, Hollywood
WHAT: Created by chef The Rose, We Pate Different celebrates the Haitian pate, which features a golden, flaky crust with 12 different filling choices, including seafood and vegan choices.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: The Polo Bar and Grill, 5590 W Hallandale Beach Blvd.
MORE INFO: Pate Bar
Bondi Sushi, Miami Beach
WHAT: Its first location outside of New York City, Bondi Sushi is known for fresh, affordable menu items, like caviar toast and uni toast and their 12-piece omakase and 16-piece delivery combo boxes. Their new cocktail menu includes beverages like the Honey Dew with shochu, Midori, cucumber, shiso, lime and Brut sparkling wine.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 959 West Avenue
MORE INFO: Bondi Sushi
Rishtedar, Wynwood
WHAT: Masalas, kebabs and other authentic Indian foods created with traditional spices from Vikram Thadani, born in Chile to Indian parents. Menu highlights include murgh tikka cooked in the tandoor, Kashmiri pulao and cheese naan.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 232 NW 24 St.
MORE INFO: RIshtedar
OkeyDokey Miami, Brickell
WHAT: Food hall + entertainment hotspot in a three-story space that features food, drink and music. Food vendors include Yoso Ramen, Jaffa, Coffee Break Little Burd, Modern Asian Cuisine, Dal Pliin
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 268 SW 8 St.
MORE INFO: Okey Dokey Miami
Cubatón Sandwich Shop, Miami Beach
WHAT: Cuban sandwiches made with homemade, slow-cooked lechón and bread baked at a family-run local bakery, iced café bombón, a double-shot espresso served over ice and topped with evaporated milk and a sweetened condensed milk drizzle, and batido de mamey. They’re open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and offers dine-in, takeout and delivery options.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 413 15th St.
MORE INFO: Cubatón Sandwich Shop
Calle Dragones, Little Havana
WHAT: Asian-influenced Cuban cuisine and cabaret performances from Cuban-born chef Luis Pous, including dishes like mojo-roasted lechón pekin with guava hoisin and Chinese pancakes, risotto congri with short rib vaca frita and piña colada pavlova.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 1036 SW 8th St.
MORE INFO: Calle Dragones
South Bar and Kitchen, Pompano Beach
WHAT: Southern cuisine with a heavy Louisiana influence, including menu items like Boudin Balls, a Cajun roasted pork and rice croquette served with pepper jelly; the PBLT, made with crispy braised pork belly, pickled tomatoes, romaine, and mustard aioli layered on toasted Pullman white bread; and Fresh Baked Buttermilk Biscuits paired with seasonal jam, pepper jelly, whipped honey butter and house-made hot sauce.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 165 NE 1 Ave.
MORE INFO: South Bar and Kitchen
Bellillo Restaurant, Brickell
WHAT: Authentic Neapolitan pizzas plus appetizers like crocche – a fresh mashed potato croquette – salads and desserts. Originating in London in 2015, Bellillo has expanded to Barcelona, Naples and now Miami.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 881 South Miami Avenue
MORE INFO: Bellillo
Rum Room, Miami Beach
WHAT: Located in the historic Miami Beach Clubhouse, this 80-seat restaurant led by executive chef Samantha Cruz features a menu drawing inspiration from Florida’s history and Haitian, Latin and Central American influences.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 2100 Washington Ave.
MORE INFO: Rum Room
Maty’s, Midtown Miami
WHAT: A tribute to her grandmother, Val Chang of Itamae honors her Peruvian roots with traditional dishes like yuca rellena and pollo guisado.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 3255 NE 1 Ave.
MORE INFO: Maty's
The Capital Burger, Coral Gables
WHAT: An extension of The Capital Grille, this restaurant serves burgers made from a proprietary blend of beef by Pat LaFrieda Meat Purveyors, including The Capital Burger, a French onion-style burger with caramelized onions, Wisconsin Grand Cru Gruyère and shallot aioli; and a Bacon Cheeseburger with candied smoked bacon, Vermont Cheddar and tomato jam.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 300 Miracle Mile, in the former California Pizza Kitchen space
MORE INFO: The Capital Burger
Gaucho Ranch Grill and Wines, Little River
WHAT: From one of South Florida’s first grass-fed beef retailers, this cozy restaurant across from The Citadel features dishes using their wood-fire kitchen and a carefully curated wine selection, plus locally sourced foods from Sullivan Street Bakery, Harpke Farm, George Wood firewood and Below Zero gelato. Choose from dishes like provoleta, smoked pork belly with sweet potato puree and fig sauce, local stracciatella, choripan a lo gaucho, Uruguayan organic grass-fed beef cuts with chimichurri and criolla, served in a convivial setting ideal for gathering with family and friends. Indoor and outdoor seating.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 8303 NE 2nd Ave
MORE INFO: Gaucho Ranch
Dream State Brewing, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: New brewery at Sistrunk Marketplace features its own offerings and others, showcasing new varieties of brews, beer flights, specialty beer pairing dinners with restaurant partners from the marketplace, tap takeovers with beer industry friends, charity events and other local community events.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 115 NW 6th Street
MORE INFO: Dream State Brewing
Motek Cafe, Coral Gables
WHAT: The third location for this family-owned Eastern Mediterranean restaurant offers Kosher-style dishes from regions like Lebanon, Morocco, Yemen and more. The menu includes an All-Day Brunch section with standouts like the shakshuka, hummus shakshuka, and Jerusalem grilled cheese; a variety of hummus options made daily; cold and hot mezzes; refreshing salads; kebabs; homemade flat pitas; wraps with a variety of proteins; and burgers, including the restaurant’s famed Arayes Burger.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 45 Miracle Mile
MORE INFO: Motek Cafe
News Café, South Beach
WHAT: One of the stylish cafes on Ocean Drive that was an essential part of South Beach’s renaissance as an international destination when it opened in 1988, this all-day restaurant has reopened with its original menu and new dishes from chef Henry Hané. News Café will serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner inspired by Mediterranean and American cuisine with locally sourced ingredients, including fresh pastries, honey, and vegetables.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: The Tony Hotel, 804 Ocean Dr.
MORE INFO: News Café
Ocean Social by Tristen Epps, Miami Beach
WHAT: Oceanfront dining with chef Tristen Epps at the helm, with dishes like Key West shrimp toast, mushroom ceviche, dry-aged swordfish t-bone and popcorn cheesecake, plus specialty cocktails and wines by the glass.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Eden Roc Miami Beach, 4525 Collins Ave.
MORE INFO: Ocean Social
Calista Greek Seafood Taverna, Miami Beach
WHAT: Fresh whole fish and seafood, Greek specialties like spanakopita, souvlaki, keftedes (Greek meatballs) and housemade Galaktoboreko, a Greek pastry.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 1444 Drexel Ave.
MORE INFO: Calista Taverna
Sadelle’s at Kith, Kith Treats, Miami Design District
WHAT: Two restaurants-in-shop at the national fashion brand Kith – Kith Treats, a cereal bar that includes waffles, cones, and signature ice cream swirls, bowls and milkshakes; and Sadelle’s at Kith, featuring dishes like bagels, chopped salad, French toast and blueberry pancakes.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Kith Treats–84 Ne 41 St.; Sadelle’s at Kith Miami Design District, 69 NE 41 St.
MORE INFO: Sadelle's at Kith Kith Treats
KAO Bar and Grill, Hallandale Beach
WHAT: Two-story restaurant made from old shipping containers and painted with murals by Falopapas, KAO offers Argentine grill-inspired dishes like empanada tablitas (platters), prosciutto pizza, meats with homemade chimichurri and tango sliders.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 11 NE 1 Ave.
MORE INFO: KAO Bar and Grill
Petite Comité, Miami
WHAT: Lunch, dinner and brunch featuring Scandinavian, French and Asian dishes like Octopus Sumūzu; Venison Carpaccio; Wagyu Sliders and Scallop Tartare with pickled cucumber, oyster aioli and crispy wontons.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 2929 Biscayne Blvd.
MORE INFO: Petite Comité
Tullio, Coral Gables
WHAT: Authentic Italian dishes in an elegant European setting from Lucio Zanon, an Italian entrepreneur who has managed and opened restaurants like Harry’s Bar in Venice and Cipriani Downtown New York. Classic dishes include spaghetti alla chitarra and veal piccata with mixed wild mushrooms.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 2525 Ponce de Leon Blvd.
MORE INFO: Tullio
Moxies, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: Canada-based upscale, casual restaurant in the Las Olas neighborhood, with dishes like chipotle mango chicken and steak bites plus a wide selection of margaritas, handcrafted cocktails and wine.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 201 E Las Olas
MORE INFO: Moxies
Pura Vida, Miami Shores and Doral
WHAT: More expansion in this South Florida wellness brand with a health-driven menu inspired by family recipes, including all-day breakfast with avocado toast, egg sandwiches, fresh bagels and raw organic acai bowls, customizable salads; wraps and sandwiches and bowls.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Miami Shores–9801 NE 2 Ave; Doral–8400 NW 53 St.
MORE INFO: Pura Vida
Midorie Miami
WHAT: All-day menu of upscale fast-casual donburi, omakase platters and a seasonal a la carte selection of sushi crafted with high-quality ingredients and seafood from restaurateur and art dealer Álvaro Perez Miranda of the Edomae-style Hiyakawa in Wynwood, Wabi Sabi and the omakase eatery Ogawa in Little River.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 3444 Main Highway, Coconut Grove
MORE INFO: Midorie Miami
Tablé, Design District
WHAT: Antonio Bachour’s indoor/outdoor brasserie with Miami and Lebanese influences, serving lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. There’s also a cafe for breakfast, coffee and pastries.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: In the former Prada showroom at 180 NE 40 St.
MORE INFO: Antonio Bachour
Just Salad, Brickell
WHAT: Fast-casual, eco-conscious dining that includes salads, wraps, warm bowls, avocado toast, soups and smoothies. Among their eco-friendly features: a reusable bowl program for customers.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 800 Brickell Ave.
MORE INFO: Just Salad
Fresh Kitchen, Midtown Miami
WHAT: Build-your-own-bowl restaurant features gluten-, hormone- and antibiotic-free ingredients, including fresh seasonal greens, grilled meats, sweet potato noodles and house-made sauces.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 3201 N. Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: Fresh Kitchen
Square Pie City, Design District
WHAT: Detroit-style deep-dish pizza from chef Jeremiah Bullfrog, who's been serving his pies at pop-ups and Time Out Market, now in his own location. Daily specials for dine-in customers include lunch offerings like a 6 x 6 square, made-to-order slices for $4 in classic, pepperoni, and spicy options. and for dinner, thin and crispy pies ($15) made in the wood-burning oven. Local beer and biodynamic wines are available, along with a cocktail menu.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 3918 N Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: Square Pie City
Casa Bufala, Sunset Harbour, Miami Beach
WHAT: From restaurateur Luca D’Angelo of Neapolitan pizzeria Fratelli La Bufala comes this trattoria and pizzeria with a cocktail bar at Sunset Harbour. Dishes include pappardella ai funghi porcini, veal milanese and trancio di salmone.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Sunset Harbour, 1874 Bay Rd.
MORE INFO: Casa Bufala
Tanka, Edgewater, Miami
WHAT: Inspired by East Asian cuisine, this intimate restaurant and lounge by chef Taek Lee (Taka) features izakaya-inspired cocktails and Cantonese, Shanghai and Szechuan-style contemporary Chinese dishes that include Peking duck, Ora King salmon and Wagyu dim sum.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Doubletree Grand, 1717 N. Bayshore Dr.
MORE INFO: Tanka
NARA, North Miami Beach
WHAT: Modern Japanese fusion, sushi and steakhouse from Prime Concepts Detroit and led by chef Magdiel Ramos, with dishes like lobster sushi, Thai braised short rib, Wagyu gyoza and Japanese and Pan-Asian infused spirits.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 3881 NE 163 St.
MORE INFO: Nara Miami
Runway 84, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: After closing for a major revamp in 2022, this Italian-American restaurant and hotspot is back with old favorites, like classic meatballs and stuffed artichokes, and new prime steaks and chops, plus classic cocktails.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 330 W. State Road 84
MORE INFO: Runway 84
Tropical Distillers, Allapattah
WHAT: Florida’s newest distillery offers guests a one-of-a-kind premium liqueur experience that includes tastings, tours, events, an indoor-outdoor cocktail bar, food trucks and a gift shop. Tropical Distillers products include J.F. Haden's Mango Liqueur made from all-natural, homegrown Florida mangos, J.F. Haden’s Citrus and Espresso liqueurs.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 2141 NW 10 Ave.
MORE INFO: Tropical Distillers
Beauty and the Butcher, Coral Gables
WHAT: Chef Jeremy Ford of Stubborn Seed brings his inventive culinary approach to the menu, with items meant to be shared. Dishes include crispy Duroc pork belly, local lettuces, truffle tart and Florida red snapper. There’s a full cocktail menu.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 6915 Red Rd.
MORE INFO: Beauty and the Butcher
Brasserie Laurel, Downtown Miami
WHAT: French-inspired Miami cuisine from chef Michael Beltran of Ariete Hospitality Group at the new Miami Worldcenter. Escargots, frog legs, beef Wellington, French wines and classic cocktails are on the menu under executive chef Ashley Moncada. In the months ahead, AHG will open Chug’s Express and El Vecino at the 27-acre project.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 698 NE 1 Ave.
MORE INFO: Brasserie Laurel
Walrus Rodeo, Little Haiti
WHAT: The second Miami restaurant from Boia De chef/owners Luciana Giangrandi and Alex Meyer, this 32-seat space will feature dishes that showcase their central wood-fire oven: charbroiled Island Creek oyster with Franciacorta cream, jalapeno hot sauce and brown-butter brioche crumble; spicy OG pizza; and lasagna with lamb ragu, mustard greens and stracchino bechamel; and Key West pink shrimp puttana. Cold dishes include local wahoo crudo aqua pazza and turnip salad with turnips from local Tiny Farms.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 5143 NE 2 Ave., in the same shopping center where Boia De is located
MORE INFO: Walrus Rodeo
Joliet, Miami Beach
WHAT: From Lost Boy & Co., this neighborhood seafood bistro and garden, Joliet serves comfort food featuring Gulf’s Cajun and low-country flavors: oysters, johnny cakes with pimento cheese and French country ham, smoked fish dip, rock shrimp po’boys and jambalaya.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 1209 17 St.
MORE INFO: Joliet Miami Beach
Noma Beach at Redfish, Coral Gables
WHAT: From celeb chef Donatella Arpaio comes coastal Italian cuisine on the waterfront, including Key West pink shrimp, Florida Keys snapper, Miami wahoo, pasta, pizza and steaks.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 9610 Old Cutler Rd.
MORE INFO: Noma Beach at Redfish
Tacombi, Miami Beach
WHAT: Second South Florida location for this Mexican chain known for authentic tacos, cocktails and beer. The taqueria participates in growing the impact of The Tacombi Foundation, a nonprofit that includes a community kitchen providing food for those in need. They’ll begin work with with Lotus House, a shelter for women and children.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 1688 Meridian
MORE INFO: Tacombi
Kaia Greek, Coral Gables
WHAT: Greek Aegean foods including sharable spreads like skordalia, lamb chops, beef kefta and kebabs in a breezy setting on Miracle Mile.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 232 Miracle Mile
MORE INFO: Kaia Greek
Eating House, Coral Gables
WHAT: Formerly a pop-up on Ponce de Leon and SW 8th St., Eating House from Giorgio Rapicavoli has reopened next to his Italian restaurant, Luca Osteria, on Giralda Plaza. What’s new: a full bar with specialty cocktails.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 128 Giralda
MORE INFO: Eating House
JohnMartin’s, Coral Gables
WHAT: This longtime Coral Gables Irish pub has reopened under new owners after being closed for nearly three years, sporting a new design and indoor garden while paying homage to the vision of founders John Clarke and Martin Lynch. Open for lunch and dinner, the revamped pub serves staples like shepherd’s pie and fish and chips plus new dishes like Guinness-glazed meatballs and duck flatbread, along with 300 types of whiskey, beer, wines and specialty cocktails
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 253 Miracle Mile
MORE INFO: JohnMartin’s
Sushi By Bou, Brickell
WHAT: At the second South Florida location of this sushi restaurant offering an omakase experience, guests can choose from a 12-course, $60 experience or a 17-course, $125 meal. The food pairs with fresh, signature cocktails and imported sake.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: SLS Brickell, 1300 S Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: Sushi by Bou
Victoria’s Vinos y Vermuteria, Coconut Grove
WHAT: In the former Vicky’s milkshake bar, Matt Kuscher has launched a romanic craft vermouth and natural wine bar focusing on Spanish wines and ciders, large-format craft beers and eclectic housemade vermouths, launched in collaboration with corporate beverage director Cristina Suarez.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 3180 Commodore Plaza, next to LoKal
MORE INFO: Kush Hospitality Group
Just Salad, Coral Gables
WHAT: The latest entry in the fast-casual restaurant chain, featuring salads, wraps, bowls, avocado toast, soups and smoothies.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 2346 Ponce de Leon
MORE INFO: Just Salad
Happea’s, Brickell
WHAT: Plant-based bowls featuring Mediterranean and Latin flavors, like oven-baked falafel, “chicken” made from soybeans marinated in homemade buffalo sauce and shredded jackfruit “beef,” plus cold-pressed juices and oat-based vanilla and chocolate soft serve.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 1250 S. Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: Happea’s
MaryGold’s at Arlo Wynwood
WHAT: New collaboration by chef Brad Kilgore and Bar Lab, featuring modern American cuisine that includes fresh, locally caught seafood, house-made pastas and composed plates and signature cocktails like the Caper Berry, a twist on a martini featuring Grey Goose or Beefeater, Martini Ambrato and umami brine and the Kumquat & Coconut, coconut fat washed Woodford Reserve, yuzu kumquat demerara, honeysuckle bitters and grapefruit zest prepared for two.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Arlo Hotel Wynwood, 2217 Northwest Miami Ct.
MORE INFO: Arlo Wynwood
COCO Miami, Design District
WHAT: Classic European cuisine from Venezuelan-born chef Jose Diaz, with dishes like whipped goat cheese salad, Ora King salmon, Australian lamb, crudos and kombu yellowtail carpaccio.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 4029 N. Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: COCO Miami
Naked Farmer, Coral Gables
WHAT: Seasonal, locally sourced, healthy foods – bowls, plates, salads, sides – from farms close to home, including Aqua Fresh, Gratitude Garden, Daikin Dairy.and Radiate Kombucha. Catering, too.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 137 Giralda
MORE INFO: Naked Farmer
Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: Pie master Derek Kaplan launches his new bake shop in downtown Fort Lauderdale, serving pies, cakes, pot pies, empanadas and cookies.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 250 N Federal Hwy.
MORE INFO: Fireman Derek’s
Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana, Plantation
WHAT: This Connecticut-based pizzeria is opening its first South Florida location, serving New Haven-style pizza has a thin, oblong charred crust.
WHERE: Plantation Walk, 341 N. University Dr.
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Pepe's Pizzeria
Italica Midtown, Miami
WHAT: Traditional Italian cuisine plus a customized Aperol Spritz bar for lunch and dinner. Daily Happy Hour from 4-7pm, plus Golden Hour experience, which includes complimentary passed bites and select shots from 6-7pm.
WHERE: 3201 NE First Ave.
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Italica
Fabel Miami, Wynwood
WHAT: New open-air rooftop restaurant and lounge featuring Israeli and Greek-inspired dishes from executive chef Ian Fleischmann, a cocktail program and extensive wine portfolio.
WHERE: 50 NW 24th St, Miami
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Fabel Miami
Contessa Miami, Design District
WHAT: Classic dining destination from Miami Food Group’s Mario Carbone, Jeff Zalaznick and Rich Torrisi offers meats, antipasti, signature pizzas and an in-house gelato program.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 111 NE 41 St.
MORE INFO: Contessa Ristorante
Sistrunk Station Addition to Sistrunk Marketplace and Brewery, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: New space added to the dining/shopping space will meanmore retail, art spaces and a fitness complex. The space also allows Shady Distillery to feature a tasting room, and provide distillery tours and dinners. New concepts at the marketplace are Crunly Churros, Made in Italy, Island Made Caribbean cuisine, Mari's Kitchen and local favorite Henry's Sandwiches.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 115 Northwest 6th Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33311
MORE INFO: Sistrunk Marketplace and Brewery
Sushi Bar, Miami Beach
WHAT: Omakase-style speakeasy from Montecito, California, under executive chef Ambrely Quintette, one of the country’s few female omakase chefs.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Esme Hotel, 1436 Drexel Ave.
MORE INFO: Sushi Bar
Sushi by Scratch, Coconut Grove
WHAT: The Grove’s historic Stirrup House is the setting for this new omakase restaurant from husband-and-wife chef/restaurateurs Phillip Frankland Lee and Margarita Kallas-Lee. The bottom floor of the two-story bungalow will be a 10-seat, counter-only omakase den with three seatings nightly.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 3242 Charles Street
MORE INFO: Sushi by Scratch Restaurants
Joe’s Pizza NYC, Wynwood
WHAT: First founded in Greenwich Village in 1975 by Joe Pozzuoli of Naples, this NYC institution has expanded over the decades in NYC and now Wynwood. Choose slices – cheese ($4), pepperoni ($5) and white ($5), among others, or pizza pies (from $28) – plus house salad (iceberg lettuce, red onions, green peppers, black olives).
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 234 NW 25 St., near The Wynwood Walls
MORE INFO: Joe's Pizza
Patio Bar and Pizza, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: Cocktails and hand-crafted pizza in an indoor/outdoor space at the Laser Wolf Building. Look for local craft beers including Funky Buddha Hop Gun, Cigar City Jai Alai, Wynwood Brewing La Rubia and Holy Passakos Blonde Ale.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 901 Progresso Dr.
MORE INFO: Patio Bar and Pizza
Eleventh Street Pizza, Dadeland
WHAT: Neo-New York-style dishes, including sourdough pizza and naturally leavened Sicilian sourdough pies, sold by the slice for lunch, as rounds, square and Sicilian style. Flavors like pepperoni and hot honey, wild shroom and the Brooklyn cheese with sauce on top.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Dadeland, 9025 SW 72 Pl.
MORE INFO: Eleventh Street Pizza
Fi’lia at SLS Brickell
WHAT: Freshly relaunched with new lunch and dinner menus, seasonal cocktails and a daily aperitivo happy hour, this Italian-American favorite features new takes on traditional dishes using locally sourced ingredients and house-made doughs. Highlights include grilled Italian sausages sourced from Proper Sausages and corn raviolo, made with fresh lobster.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: SLS Brickell, 1300 S. Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: Fi'lia at SLS Brickell
Social 27, Little Havana
WHAT: Modern Cuban supper club from the folks who brought you Doce Provisions, with upscale offerings like Croquetas and Caviar, Smoked Tomahawk Chalet and daily curds and raw bar items. Bar program features Cuban classics made with fresh citrus and homemade bitters and syrups.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 2555 SW 8th St.
MORE INFO: Social 27
Just Salad, Pinecrest
WHAT: Salads, wraps, warm bowls, avocado toast, soups and smoothies. Of note: their Reusable Bowl Program, their effort to reduce waste. Customers buy a bowl for $1 and get a free salad topping with every reuse.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 11725 S Dixie Highway
MORE INFO: Just Salad
La Romanita Restaurant and Lounge, Hialeah
WHAT: In the new Amelia District next to Hialeah’s Amelia Earhart Park, La Romanita features Latin- and Italian-inspired dishes, a full bar, indoor and outdoor seating and a boutique wine list, plus live entertainment on weekends.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 7755 W 4th Ave.
MORE INFO: La Romanita
Mystic Lobster Roll Co., Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: Look for classic Connecticut, Maine and New England lobster rolls, plus new combinations, all made with sustainably sourced fresh Maine lobster; lobster mac and cheese, whoopie pies and blueberry hand pies.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 17th Street Plaza, 573 SE 17th St. Causeway
MORE INFO: Mystic Lobster Roll Co.
Aba, Bal Harbour
WHAT: Mediterranean dishes from Top Chef alum CJ Jacobson, with flavors form Israel, Lebanon, Turkey and Greece. The first South Florida restaurant from the Chicago-based Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants, Aba features a bar program and wines from across the Mediterranean.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Ground floor, Bal Harbour Shops
MORE INFO: Aba
Americana Kitchen, Loews Coral Gables
WHAT: Paying homage to the fine dining restaurant at the long-gone Bal Harbour hotel, this restaurant features American classics and regional dishes. The 242-room luxury hotel also includes the Americana Bar, a poolside bar with small plates and grab-and-go coffee shop. At the helm is executive chef Ricardo Jarquin.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Loews Coral Gables Hotel, part of the new Plaza complex
MORE INFO: Americana Kitchen
Gekko, Brickell
WHAT: Japanese-inspired steakhouse from David Grutman of Groot Hospitality and recording artist Bad Bunny, focusing on cuts of Wagyu beef, plus dishes like signature Japanese milk bread, lobster dumplings, Hokkaido scallops and creamy and spicy lobster.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 8 SE Eighth St.
MORE INFO: Gekko
Timpano Las Olas, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: Reopened in August, this Italian restaurant’s family recipes have been brought to the table, featuring foods from specialty farms, in=house baking and pastry and handmade pasta. Look for curated whiskeys, a private wine tasting room and an outdoor patio.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 450 E Las Olas Blvd.
MORE INFO: Timpano Las Olas
Bodega Taqueria y Tequila Coconut Grove
WHAT: High-end mezcaleria, taco stand and speakeasy lounge in the heart of Coconut Grove. Guests can enjoy signature cocktails and regular weekly programming, including live music on Wednesdays and sports watch parties.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 3419 Main Highway
MORE INFO: Bodega Taqueria and Tequila
Kush at Clevelander, South Beach
WHAT: Sports bar and restaurant at the popular Ocean Drive party hotel from Kush Hospitality’s Matt Kuscher of LoKal, Kush Wynwood and other casual eating and drinking spots.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: The Clevelander South Beach Hotel and Bar, 1020 Ocean Dr.
MORE INFO: Kush at Clevelander
Bayshore Club, Coconut Grove
WHAT: New waterfront bar and grill at Regatta Harbour, a mixed-use project on the site of the former beloved Scotty’s Landing. Overlooking the sailboat anchored in the bay, this outdoor restaurant features chef Jeff McInnis’ seafood-centric menu that includes grilled local fish tacos, whole fried snapper and raw bar, plus beer and cocktails at the 360º bar.
WHEN: Now open daily for lunch and dinner, plus brunch on the weekend
WHERE: 3391 Pan American Drive
MORE INFO: Bayshore Club Miami
Rosie’s, Little River
WHAT: The couple behind the popular Rosie’s pop-up at Copper Door B&B, Akino and Jamila West, have opened in Little River. Try favorites like Smoked Salmon Benedict, wild mushroom polenta and pastrami hash.
WHEN: Now open Fri.-Sun. 9am-3pm
WHERE: 162 NW 73rd Street
MORE INFO: Rosie's Miami
True Food Kitchen, Kendall
WHAT: South Florida's first location of this healthy-food chain based on the anti-inflammatory food pyramid, the brainchild of founder Dr. Andrew Weil, doctor of integrative medicine. Salads, bowls, pizza, sandwiches, plus entrees and brunch, cocktails, beer and wine. Lots of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free choices, too.
WHERE: The Falls, 8888 SW 136 St.
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: True Food Kitchen
Ai Sushi, Miami Beach
Authentic Japanese cuisine from chef Carlos Zheng of Ai Tallarin, including signature maki rolls, bowls, seaweed salad and salmon crudo.
WHERE: The Lincoln Eatery, 723 N Lincoln Lane
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: The Lincoln Eatery
2 Korean Girls, Miami Beach
WHAT: This family business is popping up at Shelborne South Beach Oasis Garden, serving bibimbap, Korean short ribs, tteokbokki, Korean fried chicken and other contemporary variations on traditional Korean dishes.
WHERE: Shelborne South Beach, 1801 Collins Ave.
WHEN: Now open Thur.-Sun
MORE INFO: 2 Korean Girls
KÓMMA, Miami Beach
WHAT: Mediterranean kitchen and bar from George Sezgin, embracing fresh ingredients in dishes like fire-roasted Greek dips, chicken kebabs, seafood youvetsi, grilled branzino and other specialties.
WHERE: 560 Washington Ave
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Komma Restaurant
The Salty Donut, Coconut Grove
WHAT: Popular donut shop will open a new location in the Grove this fall. They feature flavors like brown butter and salt, guava and cheese, affogato, vegan cinnamon roll, white chocolate tres leches and classics.
WHERE: 2983 McFarlane Rd.
WHEN: 2023
MORE INFO: Salty Donut
Burdo + Criminal Taqueria, Wynwood
WHAT: Modern American fare – bowls, salads, sushi, burgers, pizza and wings, plus cocktails, beer and wine. The taqueria on their outside patio serves an array of tacos.
WHERE: 2509 North Miami Ave.
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Burdo
El Secreto Omakase, Miami Beach
WHAT: Chef Paul Qui’s tasting menu of Tokyo-style sushi and Kyoto-style kaiseki at a six-seat bar with two seatings, at 6:30pm and 9pm, per night. Highlights include sea urchin from Hokkaido and Wagyu from Kagawa Prefecture in Japan.
WHERE: Faena Hotel Miami Beach, 3201 Collins Ave.
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: El Secreto Omakase
The Gibson Room, Miami
WHAT: Local watering hole The Mighty will relaunch as a neighborhood tavern with dishes like crispy duck served with scallion pancake and grilled oysters with chile lime butter plus a revamped cocktail program.
WHERE: 2224 Coral Way
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: The Mighty Miami
Vale Food Co., Brickell
WHAT: Fast-casual restaurant offering healthy foods and quick service. Their “superfood” station includes dishes like smashed avocado toast, spicy tuna poke bowl and açai smoothies; the hot food station offers build-your-own protein bowls, including vegan and gluten-free choices.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: 900 S. Miami Avenue. There’s another South Florida location in Fort Lauderdale on Federal Highway.
MORE INFO: Vale Food Co.
UDON Asian Food, Wynwood
WHAT: Udon, ramen and soba noodles by way of Spain’s leading chain of Asian restaurants. Look for Asian-inspired tapas, rice dishes and signature offerings like Corral Chicken Yakisoba and sushi rolls made with noodles instead of rice. There are also some vegan and vegetarian options.
WHERE: 265 NW 24 St., near Wynwood 25
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: UDON Asian Food
Dirty French Steakhouse, Brickell
WHAT: Aged steaks, elegant seafood entrees, raw bar and more from the same folks who brought Sadelle's, HaSalon and Carbone to South Florida. The space includes the Jungle Bar, lush main dining room, and a 700+ bottle wine list.
WHERE: 1200 Brickell Ave.
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Dirty French
Matchbox, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: Las Olas gets a new restaurant – Matchbox, offering elevated American bistro fare like brick-oven pizzas, mini-burgers, miso salmon and chimichurri steak frites, plus specialty cocktails, wine and beer. On weekends, there's a Chef's Table Brunch Buffet for $34.95 per person and $10 for kids 6-12.
WHERE: 221 SW 1st Ave., Fort Lauderdale. There's also a location at Sawgrass Mills.
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Matchbox Restaurants
Branja, Upper Buena Vista
WHAT: Chef Tom Aviv’s regional Israeli cuisine in an ambiencethat evokes a 1970s Telavivian market.
WHERE: Upper Buena Vista, 184 NE 50 Ter.
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Branja
Neya, Surfside
WHAT: Modern Israeli street food, including mezze platters, kebabs, spreads, seafood and meat selections.
WHERE: 9491 Harding Ave:
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Neya
Pubbelly Sushi, Shoma Bazaar, Doral
WHAT: Jose Mendin’s Japanese-Latin fusion cuisine includes dishes like cachapa rolls at this new food hall. Happy Hour food specials and Sunday brunch menu.
WHERE: 9420 NW 41 St.
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Pubbelly
Yellowfin Bar and Kitchen, Stock Island
WHAT: Local flavors, Caribbean style, including Keys fish and shrimp. Croissants, bagels, honey all sourced locally. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
WHERE: Ocean's Edge Resort and Marina, 5950 Peninsular Ave.
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Yellowfin Bar and Kitchen
Sally O’Brien’s Irish Pub, Key West
WHAT: Neighborhood pub serves classics like potato leek soup, reuben, corned beef and cabbage and shepherd’s pie, TVs feature European and American sports.
WHERE:1900 Flagler Ave.
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Sally O'Brien's Irish Pub
The Mad Butcher, Wynwood
WHAT: All-day gourmet sandwich shop in the front, late-night speakeasy in the back. Reuben brisket, Tennessee fried chicken, Banh mi, triple cheese truffle and reina pepiada are among the menu choices.
WHERE: 2300 NW 2 Ave.
WHEN: Now open. Sandwich shop open daily 11am-2:30am; club open Wed.-Sat. from 9pm-late.
MORE INFO: The Mad Butcher
Lion and the Rambler, Coral Gables
WHAT: Modern American dishes inspired by local tropical produce, seasonal foods and new Nordic technique, all infused with preserved and fermented elements from chef Michael Bolen. On the menu: vinegared Mamey with egg yolk jam, koji cream, and quatre épices; “Chips and Dip” course including Pommes Soufflé with Barnburner cheddar and BBQ spices, and Agnolotti with boniato, cured duck and Florida orange.
WHERE: Located in the former Eating House space at 804 Ponce de Leon
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Lion and the Rambler
Whitmans Wynwood
WHAT: New York comfort-food cafe features classic American dishes, like the Juicy Lucy, two short rib-beef blend patties encasing a scoop of pimento cheese; look for cheesesteak, salads, house-made chocolate chip cookies and local ice cream.
WHERE: 242 NW 25th Street
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Whitmans
Shoma Bazaar, Doral
WHAT: Indoor/outdoor venue features 15 vendors, including Ash Pizza, Trattoria Dal Plin, BFF Burgers, Franks, Fries, Pubbelly Sushi, InRamen, Poke MIA, Doce Provisions, Shahs of Kabob plus a cocktail program.
WHERE: 9420 NW 41 St., Doral
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Shoma Bazaar
Evelyn’s Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: Eastern Mediterranean meets coastal cuisine in this nautically themed restaurant helmed by chef Brandon Salomon. Look for dishes like spiced cauliflower couscous, grilled whole branzino dressed in coriander seed chermoula, cilantro and rose petals; and yogurt marinated chicken served with mustard greens and garlic toum.
WHERE: The Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale, 525 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd.
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Evelyn's Fort Lauderdale
Manjay, Wynwood
WHERE: 2618 NW 5 Ave.
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Manjay Restaurant
Bagatelle, Ritz-Carlton, South Beach
WHAT: Renowned French Mediterranean restaurant group opens in Miami Beach under executive chef at Bagatelle Miami Jimmy de Almeida. On the menu: whole free-range chicken in a tarragon salt crust, steamed turbot with caramelized clementines, and lobster fettuccine, a selection of caviar, and seasonal tempura vegetables.
WHERE: The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach, 1669 Collins Ave.
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Bagatelle
Big Buns Damn Good Burgers, Matchbox, Fort Lauderdale
WHAT: From Thompson Hospitality come two eateries: Big Buns Damn Good Burgers and Matchbox, serving American bistro fare side by side in the Las Olas neighborhood.
WHERE: 221 SW 1st Ave., Fort Lauderdale
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Big Buns Damn Good Burgers and Matchbook
Carousel Club at Gulfstream Park, Hallandale Beach
WHAT: Open-air entertainment space with a bar and garden for lounging and pop-up food stands like Spris Artisan Pizza and Los Altos Taqueria. An antique carousel anchors the Carousel Bar, where guests can see live entertainment and views of the racetrack.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Gulfstream Park, 901 S. Federal Highway
MORE INFO: Gulfstream Park
Sadelle’s, Coconut Grove
WHAT: This modern take on New York all-day dining, Sadelle’s is known for bagel towers, chopped salads, triple-decker sandwiches and sliced-to-order salmon. This is the fifth Sadelle’s in operation, and another South Florida location at 1212 Lincoln Road is slated to open in 2022.
WHERE: 3321 Mary St., in the former Tigertail + Mary location
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Sadelle's
Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink, Design District
WHAT: After a four-month revamp and expansion, Michael’s Genuine has returned with a fresh look and lots of outdoor seating. The menu got a refresh too, with dishes like wood-roasted Camembert with golden chanterelle mushrooms and garlic toast; lamb massaman curry with Thai fried egg salad; and a new market table featuring simply prepared seasonal vegetables.
WHERE: 130 NE 30 St., Miami
WHEN: Open now
MORE INFO: The Genuine Hospitality Group
Off Site, Little River
WHAT: Long-awaited kitchen and nanobrewery from Steve Santana of Taquiza and Adam Darnell of Wynwood's late Boxelder, featuring housemade hot dogs (they even make their sauerkraut), burgers, crispy chicken sandwiches, Cuban sandwiches and other #supergood treats they've perfected at pop-ups over the years.
WHERE: 8250 NE 2 Ave.
WHEN: Now open
FIND OUT MORE: Off Site Miami
Playa, Lincoln Road
WHAT: Southern and Mediterranean cuisine – seafood mac and cheese, seafood towers – in an indoor-outdoor space with laid-back ambience.
WHERE: The Sterling Building, 915 Lincoln Rd.
WHEN: Now open
Issabella’s, Lincoln Road
WHAT: New from restaurateurs Jonathan and Keva Balan, Issabella’s serves modern dishes from Spain, Greece and Italy, including octopus carpaccio, crispy squid and whole branzino, plus aperif cocktails and wines.
WHERE: 1022 Lincoln Rd.
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Issabella’s
Ocean Social at the Eden Roc Miami Beach
WHAT: Dining with a waterfront view from executive chef Darren Anklam, Ocean Social includes menu items like Lobster Pizza made with poached lobster, tarragon and Calabrian peppers and Kale Salad with cured egg yolk and garlic sourdough, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
WHEN: Now open
WHERE: Eden Roc Miami Beach, 4525 Collins Avenue
MORE INFO: Ocean Social
Tacombi, Design District
WHAT: It’s the first Miami location of this NYC Mexican taqueria that got its start as a taco-serving bus on the beaches of Yucatan. Now operating 11 taquerias across New York City, Tacombi features tacos, quesadillas, burritas, plus cocktails and beer.
WHEN: Now open. A Miami Beach location is set to open in 2022.
WHERE: Time Out Market Miami, 1601 Drexel Ave.
MORE INFO: Tacombi
La Cañita from Michelle Bernstein and David Martinez, Bayside
WHAT: Celebrating the foods and flavors of tropical destinations like Cuba, Jamaica, Haiti, Trinidad and Tobago and Puerto Rico, Michelle Bernstein and her husband/partner David Martinez have opened La Cañita – little sugarcane – with waterfront views at Miami’s Bayside. The bar will feature five flavors of Mojito — strawberry, guava, passion fruit, mango and coconut — and the same five flavors for their Tommy’s Margarita.
WHERE: Second floor, north building, Bayside Marketplace, 401 Biscayne Blvd.
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: La Cañita Miami
Ai Tallarin at The Lincoln Eatery, Miami Beach
WHAT: Asian street food with a Peruvian twist, including tapas, hibachi, sake and fresh noodles served with a variety of toppings, like stir-fried beef short ribs and baby bok choy. Other choices are Dim Sum– crispy chicken dumplings and Korean BBQ pork dumplings.
WHERE: 723 N Lincoln Lane, Miami Beach
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: @AiTallarin and @LincolnEatery on Instagram. Visit The Lincoln Eatery.
Pura Vida Las Olas, Fort Lauderdale
WHERE: 221 SW 1st Ave.
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Pura Vida
Islamorada Coffee Roasters, Islamorada
WHAT: New retail location for this roving coffee van selling air-roasted organic coffee, with new merchandise that includes coffee-scented soy candles and exfoliating soap made with ground coffee.
WHEN: Open now
WHERE: 80925 Overseas Highway, Islamorada
MORE INFO: Islamorada Coffee Roasters
Sloppy Joe’s Dockside, Stock Island
WHAT: The Perry Hotel & Marina and the iconic Key West bar Sloppy Joe’s have teamed up to open this bar serving a light menu. Live music and happy hour.
WHEN: Open now
WHERE: The Perry Hotel & Marina, 7001 Shrimp Road, Stock Island
MORE INFO: Sloppy Joe's Dockside
Klaw Miami, Miami
WHAT: Dine on King crab from Norway and USDA Black Angus beef from Nebraska in the historic Women’s Club of Miami building in Miami’s Edgewater district. There’s also a rooftop bar overlooking Biscayne Bay. This isa new venture from entrepreneur, Sasha Krilov and global restaurateur Misha Zelman.
WHERE: 1737 N. Bayshore Dr.
WHEN: Now open
MORE INFO: Klaw Restaurant