Charlotte Bistro

Charlotte Bistro Returns As Mesa

Charlotte Bistro added something extraordinary to Coral Gables when it first appeared on Miracle Mile in 2009. Chef Elida Villaroel, a graduate of the Institut Paul Bocuse in Lyon, France, employed a light touch and a delicate vision to create refined Venezuelan and French-inspired cuisine. And the ... More >>

Charlotte Bistro Closes (Again), but Another Comeback Looms

​Charlotte Bistro has been a favorite of ours since chef-owner Elida Villarroel first brought her talents to Miracle Mile in 2009. The French bistro fare was always elegant and sublime, the signature chocolate soup was fab, and the eclectic décor was charming and cool (Best Restaurant for Intimat ... More >>

When Great Chefs Flop: Bloise, Hales, Ruiz, and Others Name Menu Hits & Misses

Photo by Jackie SayetChocolate soup is a big hit at Charlotte Bistro.​A restaurant menu is the blueprint for a chef's imagination, a compilation of creations assembled with the hope that ingredients and descriptions will prove popular with diners. Regardless of the type of restaurant -- from hot d ... More >>

Zagat 2011 Looks Like Zagat 2009

It's something of an annual foodie rite to take issue with individual rating choices upon release of each new issue of Zagat. Considering how wide a net is cast, and how many individuals weigh in, the numbers in this years Miami/So. Florida guide appear to me to read closer than anyone could hope. S ... More >>

Miami Spice: Deal or No Deal? Coral Gables

Lee KleinPascal is offering berries instead of his baked alaska​In parts one, two (Asian), three (steakhouses) and four (hotels) of our series, we perused Miami Spice deals from various participating restaurants and put in our two cents as to whether or not the deal was worth taking advantage of. ... More >>

100 Favorite Dishes: Shark Attack at Shake Shack

Lee Klein​With publication of New Times' 2010 "Best of Miami" issue, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Triple Scoop Cone at Frieze Ice Cream Factory

Lee Klein​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Lifefood Platter at Lifefood Gourmet

Paula Niño​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Kimchi Benedict at Michael's Genuine

Lee Klein​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Nutella Crepe at Otentic Restaurant

Lee Klein​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Enchiladas de Mole at Burritos Grill Cafe

Lee Klein​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Beef and Rice Noodles at Hy Vong

Riki Altman​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Key Lime Pie at Icebox Cafe

Courtesy of Icebox CafeAs a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Soufflé at Two Chefs

Ready for some hot, steamy souffle action? Thought so.​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Peking Duck at The Setai

Photo by Alvaro Contreras​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Oysters at Area 31

Jackie Sayet​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Butter Chicken at Guru Restaurant

Photo by Alvaro Contreras​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Roast Baby Suckling Pig at Sardinia

Photo by Alvaro Contreras​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Supermoon Perro at La Moon

Paula Niño​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Seared Mediterranean Wild Striped Bass at Palme d'Or

​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Filet Mignon at Red The Steakhouse

Lee Klein​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Nasi Goreng at Bali Cafe

Lee Klein​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Goat Stew at Tap Tap

Lee Klein​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Daily Bread's Falafel Platter

Photo by Riki AltmanFalafel fantasticness!As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Pâté Sandwich at La Sandwicherie

Lee Klein​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Hummus at Pita Loca

Lee KleinSuch a nosh!​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Fried Fish Sandwich at Alabama Jack's

Jacob Katel​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Joe's Stone Crab Claws

​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Pan-Seared Sheepshead Fish at Altamare

​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Bang Bang Shrimp at A Fish Called Avalon

​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Passion Fruit Panna Cotta at Bourbon Steak

Jacob Katel​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Spicy Tuna Roll at Shoji Sushi

Photo by Jacquelynn D. PowersSpicy Tuna Roll at Shoji Sushi.​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Pan Con Bistec at Enriqueta's Sandwich Shop

Photo by Jose D. Duran​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Chopped Salad at The Forge

Photo by Jacquelynn D. PowersThe Chopped Salad at The Forge. ​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: The Memphis Piggie at Bar-B-Que Beach

Lee Klein​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Pork Buns at Sugarcane Raw Bar & Grill

​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Liquid Nitrogen Heirloom Tomato Salad at Dilido Beach Club

Jacob KatelThe frozen dressing is scooped on top of the salad where it melts as the diner eats it.​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Baja Chicken Enchilada Soup at Lost & Found Saloon

Photo by Ken Bercel​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Steak Empanada at La Estancia Argentina

Lee Klein​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Praline Bread Pudding at Morgans

Photo by Maria Argüello/Yelp.com​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Chicken Spinach Panini at Lemoni Cafe

Photo by Jose D. Duran​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Oneburger's Goat Cheese Burger

Photo by Riki AltmanDivine flavors abound in Oneburger's Goat Cheese selection.​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Fresh Warbat at Middle East Best Food

Jacob KatelFresh baked warbat with home-made cows milk cheese, phyllo dough, home-made syrup, and crushed pistachios.​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Organic Microgreen Salad at Paradise Farms

Photo by Lee Klein​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Quadretti con Portobello Olio Tartufato at Spiga

Photo by DOK​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Dim Sum Barbecue Platter at Hakkasan

Lee Klein​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

100 Favorite Dishes: Chocolate Soup at Charlotte Bistro

Jackie Sayet​As a countdown to New Times' "Best of Miami" 2010, Short Order is serving up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. Send your nominations to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.

Miami Dining 2009: Online for a better future

Charlotte Bistro's Enchanting Web

Dinner here is simply an elegant, enjoyable experience.

Get Caught in Charlotte's Web: Chef Elida Villaroel Dishes on Her New Bistro and the Beauty of Imperfection

Jackie SayetMarie Antoinette's gaze beholds the dining room. Behold, Villaroel's muse?​The question is not, is three Michelin star restaurant-experienced Chef Elida Villaroel ready for Coral Gables, but rather, is Coral Gables ready for her?Pensive and profound, yet uncomplicated.  Calculate ... More >>