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Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Nicole Lopez-Alvar is the food editor of Miami New Times, a position she has been honored to take on since December 2023. Prior to her work at Miami New Times, she was a digital journalist covering breaking news, restaurants, arts, and culture at WPLG Local 10 News and WSVN 7 News. When she’s not writing about restaurants and chefs for her day job, Nicole can be found blogging about food on her personal Instagram account. Nicole received a BS in communications from the University of Miami, where she studied broadcast journalism. Readers might have seen her on the 23rd season of ABC’s The Bachelor and the sixth season of Bachelor in Paradise.

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Popular Smash Burger Spot Opens in Downtown Miami at Kaseya Center

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarOctober 3, 2024

One of the hottest smash burger spots in Miami of 2024 has just opened in downtown Miami at the Kaseya Center for Heat games.

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Longtime Coral Gables Thai Restaurant Closes After Nearly 40 Years

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarOctober 3, 2024

A Coral Gables mainstay for Thai food has closed its doors after nearly 40 years in business, breaking customers’ hearts.

The 5 Best Flanigan’s in South Florida Ranked, According to Readers

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarOctober 2, 2024

From the Flanigan’s with a nickname to one that’s “the only right answer,” here are the five best Flanigan’s in South Florida.

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Miami Beats New York and Chicago As Top Foodie City in the U.S.

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarOctober 2, 2024

Miami has been ranked as the best foodie city in the U.S., followed by two other Florida cities, which has sparked confusion.

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Miami Restaurants That Opened and Closed September 2024

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarOctober 1, 2024

In September, 14 restaurants opened in Miami and Fort Lauderdale, including Otto & Pepe, Sixty Vines, the Shorely, and Paya.

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Modern Italian Spot from London to Open in Wynwood with Live Music

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarSeptember 30, 2024

A modern Italian spot hailing from the prestigious neighborhood of Mayfair in London is headed for Wynwood with live music.

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27 Restaurant & Bar to Close After a Decade in Miami Beach

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarSeptember 27, 2024

27 Restaurant & Bar has announced it will close after a decade at the Freehand Miami in Miami Beach, leaving Eagle Room no choice but to close.

Founders of Broken Shaker to Open New Bar and Bistro in Miami Beach

Founders of Broken Shaker to Open New Bar and Bistro in Miami Beach

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarSeptember 27, 2024

Fans of Margot Wine Bar in downtown Miami are in for a treat, as the team is opening a new bar and restaurant in Miami Beach.

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Miami Beach Restaurant Named Best Hidden Gem in the U.S.

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarSeptember 24, 2024

A Miami Beach favorite among locals has just been named the best hidden gem restaurant in the U.S. for its homey atmosphere.

Kendall Jenner and Ex-Boo Spotted at This Beautiful Miami Restaurant

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarSeptember 18, 2024

Just weeks after hanging with Miami’s beloved Bad Bunny, Kendall Jenner chose this Miami restaurant to meet with her old boo.

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Popular Florida Barbecue Chain 4 Rivers Smokehouse to Open on Sundays

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarSeptember 17, 2024

For the first time in its 15-year history, wildly popular Florida barbecue chain 4 Rivers Smokehouse will open on Sundays.

Miami’s Original Expensive Smoothie Spot Is Gone for Good

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarSeptember 17, 2024

Café Smood, the last remaining Dr Smood concept in Miami, has closed down, marking the end of its expensive smoothie legacy.

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UMiami Bagel Emporium Forced to Relocate, Building to Be Demolished

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarSeptember 12, 2024

A Miami deli that has been a Coral Gables institution since 1975 has to relocate due to a $70 million building taking over.

Popular MiMo Mediterranean Spot Drops Dine in, Goes Full Ghost Kitchen

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarSeptember 12, 2024

A popular fast-casual restaurant for Greek and Turkish street food in Miami will close its doors to become a ghost kitchen.

11 Miami Restaurants Opening This Fall We Cant Wait To Try

By Michelle Muslera and OthersSeptember 11, 2024

The best Miami restaurants opening this fall include three new restaurants by award-winning chefs and three comeback stories.

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13 Best Italian Restaurants in Miami

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarSeptember 11, 2024

From legendary Italian spots with homegrown roots to newcomers on the scene, here are the best Italian restaurants in Miami.

Little River Brewery Off Site to Open Sister Location in Miami Beach

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarSeptember 9, 2024

Popular Little River brewery Off Site is opening a sister location in Miami Beach with its fan-favorite sandwiches.

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Downtown Miami Staple Named One of the Best New Restaurants of 2024

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarSeptember 9, 2024

Vietnamese restaurant in downtown Miami with funky decor and bathroom karaoke is one of the best new restaurants in the U.S.

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Is Foxhole Reopening in Miami Beach? It Sure Seems Like It

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarSeptember 6, 2024

Miami Beach bar Foxhole is reopening after its Instagram suddenly came to life with hidden clues revealing what’s in store.

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NFL Legend Randy Moss to Open Chicken Restaurant in South Florida

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarSeptember 6, 2024

NFL star Randy Moss is opening a restaurant in Miami with fried chicken sandwiches, chicken and waffles, and chicken nuggets.

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Man Steals $10K in Tips From Apocalypse BBQ, Restaurant Offers Reward

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarSeptember 4, 2024

A popular barbecue spot in Miami has been burglarized by a suspect who stole nearly $10,000 worth of tips from its employees.

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Could Mega Publix Supermarkets Be Coming to Broward?

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarSeptember 4, 2024

Publix has purchased $83 million worth of shopping centers in Broward, meaning mega Publix supermarkets may be on the way.

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