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Never a dull moment this fall with restaurant openings galore and Miami Spice all at once! Here’s the scoop on Miami restaurant openings, recent and forthcoming.

Wapo Taco! {2526 Ponce de Leon Boulevard, Coral Gables; 786.452.9634}
Hallandale Beach residents’ favorite Mexican restaurant has found a second South Florida home in Coral Gables. The cool and casual taqueria, whose motto is fittingly, “For the Love of Tacos,” was brought to the U.S. by way of Mexico City and boasts an authentic menu of family recipes. Just like its original location, which pioneered “tacos al carbon,” Wapo Taco! cooks meats on a charcoal grill, corn tortillas come fresh from the comal griddle, and salsas are made in-house daily using only the freshest ingredients. Choice menu items include the Campechano Taco—a combination of skirt steak, chorizo, and crispy pork chicharrón grilled with salsa especial; and the Pastor Tacos— meat marinated in a mixture of spices, slowly roasted and sabered from the spit, and topped with pineapple, onions, and cilantro.

Libar Steakhouse {900 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami; 786.376.8660} 
Located on the ground floor of the exclusive 900 Biscayne luxury condominium building, Libar Steakhouse is one of Downtown Miami’s newest culinary masterpieces. Colombian-born entrepreneur and chef Brian Aaron (the man behind the successful catering company, Aaron’s Catering) will take the helm. Based on Aaron’s successful track record as both a chef and businessman, guests can expect Libar to execute a high-quality dining experience from the get-go. “It is an incredible opportunity to showcase modern styles of cooking and presentations where quality, taste, and service are the number one priorities,” says Aaron. “The attitude is to make it playful … to make simple dishes taste extraordinary.”

Elia Gourmet {3300 Mary Street, Coconut Grove; 305.377.3400}
Miami’s dynamic Coconut Grove neighborhood is getting a new tenant: Elia Gourmet. Coconut Grove is seeing an influx of new restaurant talent, and Elia is no exception. Its sister restaurant downtown is known for its Mediterranean and Greek cuisine such as moussaka, kebabs, pastitsio (imported Greek pasta, hearty meat sauce, and béchamel cream), and yemista (stuffed peppers with rice and seasoned ground turkey). Now, Miami residents have a new way to get their Greek on.

Red Ginger

Red Ginger {736 First Street, Miami Beach; 305.433.6876}
Like a bright, tasty pop of pickled ginger, Red Ginger—South Beach’s newest Southeast Asian fusion concept—is tickling taste buds all over the neighborhood. Opened by Menin Hospitality, Red Ginger is stationed in the South of Fifth district just a stone’s throw from the beach and neighboring Radio Bar. Top Chef Master Herbert Wilson mans the kitchen as executive chef, delivering a menu with high-end sushi selections, binchotan charcoal robata grill creations, and omakase feasts. With 136 seats, the space is both roomy and intimate, designed to resemble an ancient Cambodian temple with marble flooring and hand-carved wood panels. Order off the family-style menu for fried rice, curry, and soups; meatballs, short rib, and filet; and sushi or sashimi omakase at three different price points. Add a sip of rare aged Japanese whisky to round out your experience.

Chef Bee Oishi Thai

Chef Bee

Naiyara {1854 Bay Road, Miami Beach; 305.947.4338}
Naiyara will sound its arrival in the fall of 2015, bringing with it elegant yet approachable Thai street fare and sushi to the hungry public. Chef Piyarat Arreeratn—nicknamed “Chef Bee”—is behind this much-anticipated new restaurant, named after his daughter (and translating to “little elephant”). The 120-seat restaurant will be adorned with vibrant colors, elephant- themed art, and authentic Thai decorations, recalling Chef Bee’s home in Thailand. The menu will incorporate street fare dishes and sushi inspired by Bee’s homeland and his mother’s cooking—savory curries like Chicken Khao Soi and Massaman, flavorful beef with yellow sticky rice, Mu Yang rotisserie pork, and fresh papaya salad, along with delicate toro and salmon, to name a few. This spot will feature happy hour deals both early and late, serving until 4am Thursday through Saturday.

Craft Social Club {100 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach; 305.123.7891}
Led by restaurant industry veterans LP Steele (former marketing director representing Bacardi USA and Diageo), RT Murphy (former GM of EMM Group), and Evan Hawkins (former head bartender at Marquee NYC), Craft Social Club promises to be Miami’s next “it” destination. But what sets this cool lounge apart from numerous others that have come and gone in SoBe? We’d have to say it’s the unique beverage program, complete with an open-air “Cocktail Kitchen,” which allows guests to watch their drinks being prepared from scratch. It’s also the “Cocktail Suites,” which feature built-in service bars that allow for a VIP tableside experience like no other. A series of small bites complements the innovative cocktail program, including Tequila Ceviche Shooters; Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Biscuit Sliders; and a variety of Brooklyn Hot Dog Co. Sliders.

HYDE beach kitchen + cocktails

HYDE beach kitchen + cocktails

Hyde Beach Kitchen & Cocktails {111 South Surf Road, Hallandale Beach; 954.699.0901}
Hitting Hallandale in the summer of 2015, the newest Hyde Beach Kitchen + Cocktails invites you to relax with inspiring food, drink, and entertainment. Set on the sand in this up-and-coming neighborhood just north of Miami, Hyde Beach Kitchen + Cocktails encompasses 10,000 square feet over three levels, including three full-service bars, private dining spaces and meeting rooms, a boutique retail store—even valet parking. The beachside main floor welcomes guests with delightful bites, fresh juices, and a rejuvenating spa, while one level above offers a rooftop restaurant serving New American cuisine by Chef Danny Elmaleh. On the third floor? Member-exclusive pool, lounge, bar, and cabanas for the ultimate in relaxation. Social dining options and outdoor patio spaces can be booked for private events.

Visa-o1 {1680 Michigan Avenue, Miami Beach; 305.397.8189}
Tucked in a tiny corner of an office building, Visa-O1 is the epitome of a hidden gem; this mouthwatering pizza place is well worth the hunt. The concept behind this modern, trendy spot is the O1 visa itself—reserved for “individuals with extraordinary ability.” In this case, Visa-O1 is extraordinarily able to make salads and, of course, pizza like the Star Luca, a star-shaped pizza covered in pepperoni, mozzarella, San Marzano tomato sauce, and the star feature—a crust filled with ricotta cheese. After all that savory delight, satisfy your sweet tooth with Visa-O1’s sought-after Nutella Pizza. Do yourself a favor and get to this extraordinary spot.

La Boulangerie {20475 Biscayne Boulevard, Aventura; 305.974.4634} and {1242 Coral Way, Miami; 305.858.1080}
Café enthusiasts of Miami, you are in luck. La Boulangerie, Key Biscayne’s fabulously French bakery and café, recently opened new locations in Aventura and on Coral Way, bringing European-inspired pastries and freshly brewed coffee to two more neighborhoods. Guests can sip on a latte and nibble on a Guava and Cream Cheese Croissant while taking in La Boulangerie’s bright and airy interiors. With gourmet sandwiches such as Prime Roast Beef with marinated artichoke and Parmesan cheese, these cafés are not only for breakfast lovers, but anyone with a craving for French fare. C’est magnifique!

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9beach

9Beach Fusion Kitchen & Lounge Bar {1628 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach; 786.717.7174}
The glamourous beaches of Tel Aviv and the hard rock opulence of Camden, London recently came together for a dining and nightlife experience like no other in South Beach. Opened in July, 9beach fusion kitchen & lounge bar is the first American venture from 9beach Group, whose successes hail from Israel and London. Explore the spacious indoor escape and the 5,000-square-foot outdoor lounge as you soak in live music and nightly DJs, carefully crafted cocktails, and artfully presented Mediterranean fare. Cocktails like the Raspberry Ginger Collins and Coco Nib Old Fashioned beckon for a midday chill or late-night festivities. Expect ornate lion heads, grand chandeliers, and rock lyrics on the walls—all illuminated by Miami sunset lighting. We can’t wait to see what the world of 9beach brings to South Beach.

TiramesU {101 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach; 305.532.4538}
The latest buzz in Miami Beach’s exploding South of Fifth neighborhood is the highly anticipated reopening of TiramesU, a South Beach staple for 27 years. The restaurant debuted in 1988 on Ocean Drive and later moved to a prime location on Lincoln Road, where it reigned for 17 years. The Italian restaurant caused a stir when it closed its doors in April of last year, announcing that it would soon reopen in the SoFi district. And now, after a seemingly endless hiatus, the time has finally come for it to reemerge— bigger and better than ever. Since the Lincoln Road location closing, Chef Fabrizio Pintus has traveled throughout Italy, immersing himself in some of the best and most popular kitchens in the Lombardy region. He will offer a new and improved menu featuring the same authentic Italian flavors with a fun, contemporary twist.

Because we can’t get enough of Miami Spice, our original Top 5 list of restaurants new to the program somehow seemed to be lacking. So, here are five additional restaurants making their Spice debuts that are giving classic establishments a run for their money.

Market at Edition

1. Market at EDITION {2901 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach; 786.257.4600}
Spice menu available for lunch and dinner daily
The Miami Beach EDITION is South Beach’s newest spot to see and be seen, and its two dining options by Jean-Georges Vongerichten ensure that things will stay this way. The more casual of the two, Market at EDITION is a reinvention of a gourmet marketplace. The chic open space just steps from the hotel’s lobby features a series of bustling stations, including a raw bar, a charcuterie station, a sushi bar, and a gourmet pastry station featuring freshly baked treats and a create-your-own sundae bar.
Our Appetizer Pick: Three-Piece Charcuterie—chef’s selection of three gourmet cured meats and imported cheeses
Our Entrée Pick: Florida Snapper with bok choy and ginger dressing
Our Dessert Pick: Salted Caramel Sundae—salted caramel ice cream with candied peanuts and popcorn, whipped cream, and chocolate sauce

Red Ginger

Miso Sea Bass

2. Red Ginger {736 First Street, Miami Beach; 305.433.6876}
Spice menu available for dinner Tuesday-Sunday
This Southeast Asian concept from Menin Hospitality opened less than two months ago and it’s already making its Miami Spice debut with a three-course Japanese-inspired dinner menu. For an additional $10, pair your meal with a glass of Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir, or Cava.
Our Appetizer Pick: El Mar Ceviche (tuna, salmon, octopus, wahoo, and aji limo)—it’s an extra $10, but well worth it
Our Entrée Pick: Miso Sea Bass with saikyo, miso, spinach, coconut foam, and garlic confit
Our Dessert Pick: There’s only one option here, and it’s the Mochi, a deliciously sweet Japanese rice cake

tamarina

Spinach Ravioli

3. Tamarina {600 Brickell Avenue, Brickell; 305.579.1888}
Spice menu available for lunch Monday-Friday and Dinner nightly
Join Tamarina for a tour of Italy’s best coastal dishes while enjoying views of bustling Brickell Avenue on the cozy wraparound terrace. While dinner menus are often the highlight of most Spice menus, due to its proximity the many office buildings in Downtown and Brickell, we suggest trying Tamarina for lunch. It’s the perfect spot for a lunch with colleagues or clients to break up the busy work week.
Our Appetizer Pick: Arugula Salad with caramelized pears, candied walnuts, pecorino, speck, and apples
Our Entrée Pick: Spinach Ravioli with ricotta cheese in a sage-butter sauce
Our Dessert Pick: Any flavor of gelato is good by us

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4. 9Beach Miami {1628 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach; 786.208.1988}
Spice menu available for lunch and dinner daily
Just two weeks after its official grand opening, 9Beach Miami may very well be the newest restaurant to make its first Miami Spice appearance. The fusion kitchen and lounge concept is the first U.S. outpost from 9beach Group, whose successful establishments can be found throughout Israel and in London. At the helm is Executive Chef Tal Aboav from the original 9beach in Tel Aviv, who places emphasis on top-quality ingredients, Mediterranean flavors, and artful presentations.
Our Appetizer Pick: Dorade Capriccio topped with garden vegetables, tomato seeds, and chile lime sauce
Our Entrée Pick: Frutti di Mare Fritto with Mediterranean red mullet, shrimp, and calamari served with ginger-cucumber aïoli and a creamy tzatziki sauce
Our Dessert Pick: Halvah Parfait—dark chocolate shells served on a sweet crumble with fresh berries

Tantalize

Lamb Foie Gras Meatballs

5. Tantalize {330 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach; 305.695.1401}
Spice Menu available for dinner Tuesday-Saturday
If you still haven’t been to Tantalize, you’re in for a treat. Why not indulge your senses for the first time during Miami Spice, when can enjoy the restaurant’s signature dishes at prices up to 50-percent off.
Our Appetizer Pick: Lamb Foie Gras Meatballs with Sherry foie gras sauce, pistachio chimichurri, mushroom chicharrón, and everything crouton
Our Entrée Pick: Cuban Boxer—braised pork shoulder with yuca, black-bean purée, and pickled cabbage salad
Our Dessert Pick: Quinoa Coconut Pudding—lucuma ice cream and toasted coconut

By Sherri Balefsky | Miami Editor

Courtesy of Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau – MiamiandBeaches.com

It’s hard to believe that it’s already more than halfway through July. Time sure does fly! But that means it’s almost time for one of our favorite times of the year: Miami Spice. During August and September, nearly 200 restaurants throughout Miami will be offering special three-course prix-fixe menus at unbeatable prices (lunch is $23 per person; dinner is $39 per person). We’ll be posting some of our favorite participating restaurants in the upcoming weeks, so be sure to check back regularly. Can’t wait ’til August? The following three events are kicking off the two-month Spice a tad early.

Miami Spice Mash-Up Series
When:
Thursday, July 23, 7pm
Where: Dolce Italian {The Gale Miami Beach, 1690 Collins Avenue}
What: Chefs Paolo Dorigato and Cesar Zapata from Bravo’s “Best New Restaurant” will team up to create an exclusive dinner featuring two of the summer’s most popular Spice destinations: Dolce Italian and The Federal Miami. Dinner includes a complimentary pour of Stella Artois and one complimentary glass each of Terrazas Reserva Chardonnay and Terrazas Reserva Malbec
Cost: $65 per person. Click here to reserve seats.

South of Spice
When:
Tuesday, July 28, 6pm
Where: South of Fifth. Participating restaurants include Cibo Wine Bar {200 South Pointe Drive}, TiramesU {101 Washington Avenue}, Red Ginger {736 First Street}, and more.
What: Miami Beach’s bourgeoning SoFi neighborhood kicks off Miami Spice with a cool “restaurant-hopping” event featuring the area’s top dining destinations. Ticket holders can venture between participating eateries for a sneak taste of their Miami Spice menus, which will be paired with various wines and cocktails.
Cost: $45 per person. Click here for tickets.

Iron Fork Miami Spice Kickoff Event
When:
Thursday, July 30, 7pm
Where: Hyatt Regency Downtown Miami {400 Southeast Second Avenue}
What: The annual Iron Fork kickoff event features two of Miami’s finest chefs—Eileen Andrade of FINKA Table & Tap and Dena Marino of MC Kitchen—will go “pot-to-pot” in a culinary showdown overseen by famed Chef Allen Susser. Each competitor will receive a basket of ingredients to create an innovative dish to be judged by a panel of local celebrity chefs. In addition, Midtown Oyster Bar will present a Shuck It Oyster Competition, where chefs from select Miami Spice restaurants will be timed to see who can shuck a dozen oysters the fastest.
Cost: $50 per person; $85 for VIP. Click here for tickets.

By Sherri Balefsky | Miami Editor