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    April 26, 2012

    Miami Beach Cop Punches Handcuffed Spring Breaker In the Face (Video)

    The Miami Beach Police Department's brass probably winces anytime they hear the words "You Tube" these days. After this past year -- when their cops were caught on tape killing a Memorial Day Weekend visitor and speeding recklessly around South Beach -- amateur video is a recipe for MBPD heartburn.T ... More >>

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    April 19, 2012

    South Beach Sexytime

    The Miami Beach Police Department's brass probably winces anytime they hear the words "You Tube" these days. After this past year -- when their cops were caught on tape killing a Memorial Day Weekend visitor and speeding recklessly around South Beach -- amateur video is a recipe for MBPD heartburn.T ... More >>

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    March 29, 2012

    Jelsomino Russian Karaoke Lounge Coming to South Beach (Video)

    ​For years Short Order has been saying the only thing that stands between South Beach and paradise was a really good karaoke lounge..possibly one that had live backup singers.Well, South Beach is closer to perfection because word has it that Russian-based Ginza Project is bringing its karaoke loun ... More >>

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    February 29, 2012

    Parking at South Beach Wine & Food Fest Stinks; Maybe Worth It, Though

    ​There's a reason many Miami-Dade County residents avoid South Beach. Parking has become practically impossible. But if you do get caught in traffic, you can always pass the time, by observing the intriguing things tourists do in cars other than watching the road, such as: phone-a-friend, check te ... More >>

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    February 23, 2012

    Laugh and Lose Weight

    ​There's a reason many Miami-Dade County residents avoid South Beach. Parking has become practically impossible. But if you do get caught in traffic, you can always pass the time, by observing the intriguing things tourists do in cars other than watching the road, such as: phone-a-friend, check te ... More >>

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    February 7, 2012

    Coconut Grove Over South Beach? 50 Reasons That's Just Dumb

    ​As you may or may not know, Short Order is having a little Snackdown! Over the next few weeks, we will be pairing eight Miami-Dade neighborhoods and pitting one against the other in an NCAA-bracket sort of tournament. The first entry, last Thursday, was Coconut Grove versus South Beach.Admittedly ... More >>

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    December 20, 2011

    100 Montaditos South Beach Offers All Sandwiches For $1

    All for $1.​Last week we noted the opening of 100 Montaditos at the corner of 15th Street and Washington Avenue in South Beach. Montaditos are sandwiches made on warm Spanish roll with various fillings of meats, cheeses, sauces and toppings. Some of the hundred sandwiches on the menu are always a ... More >>

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    November 30, 2011

    Mariangel Bears Her Grill

    ​Fashion Breakdown: Floral dress from Urban Outfitters, striped shirt and jacket from Dolce & Gabbana, knee high socks from Flamingo Plaza, shoes from Aldo, glasses from a NY street stand, Dali earrings from e-Bay, piercing when she was 20 in South Beach, white gold grill (real) got it 6 years ... More >>

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    November 28, 2011

    Melo the Dapper Cowboy

    ​Fashion Breakdown: Jean cowboy shirt from GAP, red tie is Van Heusen, fedora straw hat from Sean John, Levi's jeans, Aldo shoes, glasses bought at Urban Outfitters, piercings got them in South Beach, and hair done at Control Salon.

  • Blogs

    November 14, 2011

    Ricochet Brings South Beach to Midtown

    Courtesy of Ricochet​Ricochet Bar Lounge held its grand opening celebration Friday night, bringing Tommy Pooch and Alan Roth's South Beach sensibilities to the mainland. So how did the nightlife promoters tweak their formula for the Midtown crowd? Not much.The lounge's location just around the cor ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 20, 2011

    Amnesia Miami Makes Its Grand Return to South Beach Tomorrow

    ​If you haven't figured it out yet, the granddaddy of all South Beach clubs, Amnesia, is back. The nightclub, which first washed up on our shores in 1993, brought Andre and Gregory Boudou's brand of hedonism to Collins Avenue. But after five years, the space was cleared, making way for others to ... More >>

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    September 8, 2011

    Right Nea Tha Beach

    ​If you haven't figured it out yet, the granddaddy of all South Beach clubs, Amnesia, is back. The nightclub, which first washed up on our shores in 1993, brought Andre and Gregory Boudou's brand of hedonism to Collins Avenue. But after five years, the space was cleared, making way for others to ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 6, 2011

    Bar-B-Que Beach Closes, Hogzilla Barbecue to Take Its Place

    Lee KleinGuess this means no more Memphis Piggy.​The windows of Bar-B-Que Beach, the popular South Beach emporium of wood-smoked meats, are covered in somber brown paper. (Bar-B-Que Beach Two in North Miami folded a couple of years ago.) A posted sign thanks customers for their support through the ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 26, 2011

    Raleigh Hotel to Undergo $20-Million Makeover

    ​The Raleigh Hotel already has an air of unfussy chic that's unique in South Beach, but in this town everyone needs an occasional nip and tuck to stay looking good. Signaling yet another financial move to indicate tourism is back in business after a recession-blamed bump, the hotel has secured a $ ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 8, 2011

    Happy First Anniversary, LeBron, but We Might Need Some Marriage Counseling

    ​Happy first anniversary, LeBron James! It was exactly one year ago today when you got down on one knee sat on one seriously uncomfortable-looking wooden chair and announced before God and the entire ESPN-watching world your intention to enter an unholy union with Miami and our professional b ... More >>

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    June 30, 2011

    South Beach Fireworks

    ​Happy first anniversary, LeBron James! It was exactly one year ago today when you got down on one knee sat on one seriously uncomfortable-looking wooden chair and announced before God and the entire ESPN-watching world your intention to enter an unholy union with Miami and our professional b ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 16, 2011

    A Controversy Involving NFL Players and Porn Stars Makes For The Best Press Release Of All Time

    ​We told you yesterday about the brouhaha over a flyer for what appeared to be an Exxxotica after-party featuring five not-very-famous NFL players at Club Play. The league is "investigating" a possible copyright infringement in the fact that the flyer used photos of the players in their team j ... More >>

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    June 2, 2011

    Disco in Diapers

    ​We told you yesterday about the brouhaha over a flyer for what appeared to be an Exxxotica after-party featuring five not-very-famous NFL players at Club Play. The league is "investigating" a possible copyright infringement in the fact that the flyer used photos of the players in their team j ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 9, 2011

    The Original Brooklyn Water Bagel Co. Opens Tomorrow

    One bagel please, hold the Larry.​Authentic bagels will finally be available in South Beach starting tomorrow, when The Original Brooklyn Water Bagel Co. debuts at The Shops at Alton & Fifth in South Beach. The first 50 folks to show up at opening time -- 6 a.m. -- will receive six free b ... More >>

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    April 28, 2011

    Drag, Art, and Sushi

    One bagel please, hold the Larry.​Authentic bagels will finally be available in South Beach starting tomorrow, when The Original Brooklyn Water Bagel Co. debuts at The Shops at Alton & Fifth in South Beach. The first 50 folks to show up at opening time -- 6 a.m. -- will receive six free b ... More >>

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    March 17, 2011

    Catch A Fire

    One bagel please, hold the Larry.​Authentic bagels will finally be available in South Beach starting tomorrow, when The Original Brooklyn Water Bagel Co. debuts at The Shops at Alton & Fifth in South Beach. The first 50 folks to show up at opening time -- 6 a.m. -- will receive six free b ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 7, 2011

    Winter Party Beach Party 2011 at Lummus Park in South Beach, March 6

    Photo by Ily GoyanesDJ Alyson Calagna.See the 25-photo Winter Party Beach Party slideshow.Winter Party Beach PartyWith DJ Charlmix and DJ Alyson CalagnaLummus Park, South BeachSunday, March 6, 2011Better Than: A #4 combo meal from Chick-Fil-A.The Winter Party Beach Party on 12th Street in South Beac ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 2, 2011

    Charlie Sheen, Red Mango Frozen Yogurt, and A Very Very Last Thought On SBWFF

    ​Red Mango Coming To South BeachThe all natural frozen yogurt store is moving into the Shops At Alton Road, lined up on Fifth Street along with Subway and upcoming Original Brooklyn Water Bagel Company and Pizza Fusion. Here's how Red Mango is described on the website: "The only 100% all natural, ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 11, 2011

    Revisit China Grill For Date Night

    ​If you're not a subscriber to our weekly Café Bites dining newsletter, here's a taste of what you're missing. Click here to subscribe.It may seem hard to believe now but there once was a time when cars had fins, when telephones had rotors and when China Grill was the hippest restaurant in South ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 7, 2010

    Tonight: The Alibi Celebrates One Year of Serving Greasy Late-Night Bites

    Photo by Natalia MolinaThe Alibi's black board.​You're drunk and hungry. There is always Taco Bell, but even though you are an incoherent mess, you're still a foodie. So for you there is the Alibi, the small counter service inside South Beach's Lost Weekend. The menu features Philly cheese steaks, ... More >>

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    December 2, 2010

    Indie Time

    Photo by Natalia MolinaThe Alibi's black board.​You're drunk and hungry. There is always Taco Bell, but even though you are an incoherent mess, you're still a foodie. So for you there is the Alibi, the small counter service inside South Beach's Lost Weekend. The menu features Philly cheese steaks, ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 10, 2010

    South Beach's New Gay Hotel Encourages You To Order Room Service Naked

    ​Few things in South Beach can be called exclusively straight, but there's always room for an unabashedly queer take on things. Enter Lords South Beach. It promises to be the only exclusively gay hotel in South Beach and is set for a soft opening on November 21. There's a few twists on traditional ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 19, 2010

    LeBron James Issues South Beach Edition Sneakers

    LeBron James didn't just take his talents to South Beach, he brought Nike's design team along with him apparently. The newest Nike Air Max LeBron 8 kicks come in a special edition "South Beach" color way which, of course, means they're bright turquoise and hot pink. They're fresher than a new coat o ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 14, 2010

    Bloody Beetroots Speed Metal Their Way Through Mansion, October 13

    ​The Bloody BeetrootsWednesday, October 13, 2010Mansion, Miami BeachBetter than: A root canal.DJ sets are always awkward to review. There are hardly any of the theatrics of a live performance, and the only skill you can assess is whether or not the mix was any good. But Bloody Beetroots never disa ... More >>

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    September 17, 2010

    Bar-B-Que Beach Offers Beer & Brisket for Happy Hour

    ​The Place: Bar-B-Que Beach1555 Washington Ave., Miami Beach305-538-7201The Hours: Monday - Friday, 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.The Deal: Get half-off all domestic beers and wells. Happy hour also overlaps with the daily evening specials that begin at 5 p.m. Specials include a 1/2 lb. beef brisket with a side ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 16, 2010

    Pubbelly Teases Us With Asian Twist on Spaghetti & Meatballs

    via @pubbelly​Last week, we introduced you to the new South Beach Asian-inspired gastropub, Pubbelly, slated to open next month. While we are always wary of giving a place too much hype before we've actually eaten there, we couldn't help by notice a tweet yesterday from the restaurant that linked ... More >>

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    September 13, 2010

    Catch 10 Seafood Bistro to Open October 5

    Catch 10 Seafood Bistro​Catch 10 Seafood Bistro was originally built back in 1922 and has now been newly renovated along with South Beach's famous Coral House at Tenth and Washington. On October 5, guests will be treated to cocktails while they celebrate the new look and take tours of the renovati ... More >>

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    September 9, 2010

    Preserve the Perv

    Catch 10 Seafood Bistro​Catch 10 Seafood Bistro was originally built back in 1922 and has now been newly renovated along with South Beach's famous Coral House at Tenth and Washington. On October 5, guests will be treated to cocktails while they celebrate the new look and take tours of the renovati ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 1, 2010

    Solea at the W South Beach Serves Up Sexy Cocktails

    If you're not a subscriber to our weekly Café Bites dining newsletter, here's a taste of what you're missing. Click here to subscribe.Solea at the W South Beach.​Well, things are certainly sexing up at Solea, the über-posh Spainiterranean eatery at the tony W South Beach. Slurp your way through ... More >>

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    August 26, 2010

    Villains'r'Us

    If you're not a subscriber to our weekly Café Bites dining newsletter, here's a taste of what you're missing. Click here to subscribe.Solea at the W South Beach.​Well, things are certainly sexing up at Solea, the über-posh Spainiterranean eatery at the tony W South Beach. Slurp your way through ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 13, 2010

    Miami Hotels Trick Guests with Deceitful Promo Photos

    This promo photo is deceitful above all things ​Never believe a photo if someone's trying to sell you something. Fashion models are airbrushed. Fast food restaurants actually have "food stylists." And unsurprisingly, the photos you see in a hotels' brochures or websites aren't always true-to-life. ... More >>

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    July 9, 2010

    The Abbey in South Beach Closing for Two Months

    Abbey closing. Pandemonium to ensue.​Those of you who enjoy the Immaculate India Pale Ale and Brother Aarons Quadruple from the friendliest and most dive-a-rrific bar on South Beach, we mean The Abbey Brewing Co., or course, better prepare yourself for some bad news. That's right, the Abbey ... More >>

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    June 28, 2010

    Photo: Hands Across the Sand South Beach Protest From the Sky

    Photo by Alissa Christine​This past Saturday, about 1,500 people held hands on South Beach, spanning ten blocks, to protest offshore drilling. Partially a response to the BP oil spill devastating the Gulf Coast, the protesters also promoted a clean energy future. We just got this awesome aerial ph ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 14, 2010

    Naked Room Service on South Beach

    Four Rooms​Ever wonder what kind of crazy stuff hotel room service attendants see on South Beach? We did. So we asked around in the kitchen of a certain luxury inn where the tips are big and lips are shut.Five attendants were waiting to send condiments and comida up the elevator about 10:30 ... More >>

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    June 10, 2010

    Naked Pizza Coming To South Beach

    Naked Pizza. ​Short Order noticed the "coming soon" sign for Naked Pizza on the corner of 13th and Washington and we've been intrigued by the name ever since. Just what exactly constitutes a naked pizza? And why has it taken so long to come to South Beach, where most people parade around hal ... More >>

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    May 25, 2010

    W South Beach: New fenom Punch with Absinthe

    Jacob KatelGet punch drunk.​The W South Beach's Living Room bar has a new bottle on the menu. It's called fenom, and it's a modern day absinthe bottled and distilled in France. The traditional form of the liquor is green, wormwood, highly alcoholic, and reputed to have hallucinogenic properties. F ... More >>

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    May 11, 2010

    Jersey Shore's Sammi "Sweatheart" To Face Assault Charges After South Beach Club Brawl

    Sammi "Sweatheart" has fists of fury​You can take the girl out of Jersey, but you can't take the Jersey out of the girl. Jersey Shore castmate Sammi "Sweatheart" Giancola will be facing criminal assault charges and a civil lawsuit after she got into a brawl at a South Beach club this weekend 24-ye ... More >>

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    April 13, 2010

    Top 10 Foods The Cast of Jersey Shore Misses on South Beach

    via mtv.com​Jersey Shore guidos and guidettes can only survive so long when taken out of their environment. MTV recently experimented on the species by sending the cast to South Beach and filming their reactions. As it turns out, when faced with the long-term deprivation of their native foods and ... More >>

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    April 7, 2010

    Michaelangelo L'Acqua Sets the Soundtrack for the W Hotel Brand

    Michaelangelo L'Acqua spinning at the W South Beach during Winter Music Conference.​This past Winter Music Conference, the W South Beach held a private party in the penthouse of the hotel which featured a live performance by the Golden Filter (a personal favorite) and celebrated the release of Sym ... More >>

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    April 5, 2010

    Bikini-Clad Serena Williams's Football Scrimmage

    Serena Williams had to sit out the Sony Ericsson Open because of injuries, but she still played some ball while in Miami. The minority owner of the Miami Dolphins, clad in a bikini and a fingerless glove (how very Lagerfeld), threw around a football in the surfs of South Beach with some friends y ... More >>

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    March 18, 2010

    Snap Under Pressure

    Serena Williams had to sit out the Sony Ericsson Open because of injuries, but she still played some ball while in Miami. The minority owner of the Miami Dolphins, clad in a bikini and a fingerless glove (how very Lagerfeld), threw around a football in the surfs of South Beach with some friends y ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 15, 2010

    Condo Buyers at the W South Beach Allege Deception

    via W HotelsThe W's *gasp* sole pool​W Hotels, a chain so chic it needs but a single letter to identify it, finally came to South Beach last fall, but now owners who bought condos in the complex allege they were deceived and want their deposits back.Potential owners were told there would be larger ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 10, 2010

    Abbey Brewing Company To Close?

    That's what people are Yelping about right now. The popular South Beach pub, at 1115 16th Street, has developed a large and loyal following over many years, and apparently it is being forced to close down because the building it is located in has been sold. A person answering the phone at Abbey told ... More >>

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