Polpette in Umido
This Sunday is all about Dad—so celebrate at one of the amazing restaurants listed below.
VILLA AZUR
If dad likes cigars and cocktails, then take him to Villa Azur {309 23rd Street, Miami Beach; 305.763.8688}! On Sunday, June 18th, guests will get to sip on Leather Cocktails and Vieux Azur cocktails, and a cigar rolling table will be there to offer every dad a hand-rolled cigar. On top of that, every entrée was made with Dad in mind—like 10 Hours Shorts Ribs slowly cooked with Coca Cola sauce, Lobster Spaghetti with half lobster, Chateaubriand, and Colorado Lamb Chop with apricot sauce. These dishes and drinks will be available on Sunday, June 18th, starting at 6:30 p.m.
SEASPICE
This Sunday, celebrate Dad with a hearty meal at Seaspice {422 NW North River Drive, Miami; 305.440.4200}. On the menu? A 32-ounce Wagyu Tomahawk Steak and foie gras with herb-roasted new potatoes and truffle bordelaise, Power Waffles made with quinoa and topped with fruit and honey, Serrano Benedict with crispy serrano ham and poached eggs, and a Backed Black Truffle Egg Tart with gruyere cheese. Plus, there will be beautiful views and live music to make the day a great one. These dishes will be available during brunch on Sunday, June 18th, from Noon to 3 p.m.
LOS FUEGOS
For a delicious brunch with an Argentine flair, go to the “Father’s Day Asado Brunch” at Los Fuegos by Francis Mallmann {3201 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach; 786.655.5610}. During this open-fire BBQ, there will be unlimited mimosas and beer cocktails for dads, and a feast with slow-cooked ribeye, wild salmon, and suckling pig over a wood-fired grill. Finally, all dads will get a complimentary hand-rolled cigar to enjoy on the hotel’s poolside Veranda terrace. This brunch will run from Noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 18th. It costs $95 per adult and $45 per child (age 5 – 12).
QUATTRO GASTRONOMIA ITALIANA
Sitting on Lincoln Road, Quattro Gastronomia Italiana {1014 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach; 305.531.4833} is an upscale Northern Italian eatery right here on our South Florida shores. And this Father’s Day, celebrate Dad at Quattro with a four-course, a la carte feast. Start with antipasti like Selezione di Formaggi e Affettati Misti or Polpette in Umido, and move on to primi like Paccheri Frutti Di Mare, which is paccheri seafood and cherry tomatoes. For the Secondi course, choose from Scampi Alla Griglia or Bistecca Alla Fiorentina, the latter of which is a 24-ounce, aged T-bone steak with roasted potatoes. End the meal on a sweet note with baked-to-order Italian pastries, and la dolce vita will come to you. This spot will be open on Father’s Day from Noon to 11 p.m.
GLASS AND VINE
Grab your families and head to Glass and Vine {2820 McFarlane Road, Coconut Grove; 305.200.5268}, in Peacock Park, and indulge in a delicious brunch just for Dad. To celebrate the occasion, every dad will get a complimentary draft beer. As for food, guests can indulge in tasty brunch favorites, like the Breakfast Sandwich with sunny side up eggs and applewood smoked bacon, the Broccoli- Cheeseburger on a brioche bun, or Huevos Rotos with fried eggs and home-style potatoes. Brunch will be available all weekend, on Saturday and Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
BAKEHOUSE BRASSERIE
Take Dad to brunch at Bakehouse Brasserie {808 First Street, Miami Beach; 305.434.8249}, in South of Fifth, for a Parisian-inspired twist on classic brunch favorites. While live jazz and bottomless Bloody Mary’s will keep Dad entertained, tasty plates like Croissant French Toast, Avocado Toast, and Multigrain Pancakes with bananas foster and a cream cheese glaze will keep him full and happy. Bon appétit! This brunch will run from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
JAYA AT THE SETAI
This Sunday, head to Jaya at the Setai {2001 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach; 855.923.7899} for an over-the-top brunch with whiskey cocktails, cigars, grilled meats, and complimentary glasses of free-flowing Louis Roederer Champagne. Adding to the ambiance, Vinyl Blvd will be on hand performing live jazz. Brunch will run from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It is priced at $110 per adult and $55 per child aged 5 to 12.
AMERICAN HARVEST
Is your dad a health nut? If so, treat him to an a la carte meal at American Harvest {701 South Miami Avenue, Suite 339B; 786.814.6968}. Known for its fresh, farm-to-table cuisine, this fast-casual spot only serves organic, locally-sourced meats, fish, and vegetables, and infuses bold flavors to make good-for-you-good food that’s to die for. Some favorites include: the American Harvest Burger, the Cuban Hipster Bowl, and the Blue’s Steak Tacos. Want to indulge? Pair it with a selection from the craft beer and wine menu. This spot will be open on Father’s Day from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
PAO BY PAUL QUI
This Father’s Day, celebrate Dad with an Asian-inspired epicurean adventure at Pao by Paul Qui {3201 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach; 786.655.5630}. In addition to a complimentary hand-rolled cigar, all dads will be able to indulge in the restaurant’s Summer Prix-Fixe Menu, which has delicious plates like Octopus Aguachile, East Side King Fried Chicken, Florida Snapper, Tender Aged Beef, and more. This spot will be open for dinner on Father’s Day from 7 to 11 p.m. The Summer Prix-Fixe Menu is priced at $55 per person.
Happy dining!
By Jennifer Agress | Miami Editor