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Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Nicole Lopez-Alvar is the Food and Drink Editor of Miami New Times, a role she has proudly held since December 2023. A born-and-raised Miamian, she covers the city’s ever-evolving dining scene, from buzzy new openings to the local institutions that define South Florida’s food culture. Before joining Miami New Times, Lopez-Alvar worked as a digital journalist at WPLG Local 10 News and WSVN 7 News, where she covered breaking news, restaurants, arts, and culture. She holds a B.S. in communications from the University of Miami, where she studied broadcast journalism. Outside the newsroom, she shares her passion for food on Instagram, documenting her favorite bites across Miami and beyond. 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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Longtime Plantation Staple Mustard Seed Bistro Is Closing

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 19, 2024

Cherished Plantation restaurant Mustard Seed Bistro will close after 15 years of delicious date nights, wine, and dessert.

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Fort Lauderdale Institution Canyon Closes After 28 Years

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 19, 2024

Canyon has closed after three decades of making Southwest-inspired cuisine and prickly pear margaritas.

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Popular Mediterranean Chain Cava to Open in Plantation

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 16, 2024

We Cava-n’t believe this either: Mediterranean chain Cava is opening its first South Florida location in Plantation.

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World-Renowned Chef Massimo Bottura to Open First U.S. Restaurant in Miami

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 15, 2024

World-renowned Chef Massimo Bottura will open Torno Subito Miami in downtown Miami on August 21, his first in the U.S.

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Downtown Miami Staple Jaguar Sun to Close After Six Years

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 15, 2024

Jaguar Sun in downtown Miami has announced it will close to make way for its new restaurant, Sunny’s, which opens this fall.

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10 Best Chicken Wings in Miami: The Ultimate Guide

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 14, 2024

From the tender and crispy wings at Sports Grill to the finger-licking wings at Flanigan’s, here are the best wings in Miami.

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End of Yard House on Lincoln Road: 3 South Beach Restaurants Close

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 13, 2024

Yard House on Lincoln Road will close after ten years, and there are more closures in South Beach where that came from.

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The First Miami Whataburger Could Be on the Way. What to Know.

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 13, 2024

Fast food chain Whataburger plans to open a location in Miami after it expands across Tampa Bay in 2026, according to reports

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The 6 Worst Miami Publix Stores Ranked, According to Readers

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 12, 2024

From a Publix called “the ninth circle of hell” to one that may need a valet, here are the six worst Publix markets in Miami.

Riverside Market South Among Wave of Restaurant Closures in Fort Lauderdale

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 9, 2024

Riverside Market South in Fort Lauderdale has closed after nine years, and there are more closures where that came from.

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Shakira Spotted Dining at This Miami Beach Restaurant With Mystery Man

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 9, 2024

Pop superstar Shakira was just spotted having dinner with a mystery man at this beautiful waterfront Miami Beach restaurant.

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The 10 Best Omakase Restaurants in Miami

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 8, 2024

From restaurants that feel like Japan to fresh nigiri at affordable prices, these are the best omakase spots in Miami.

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This Spot in Sunrise Might Make the Best Dim Sum in South Florida

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 7, 2024

A Chinese restaurant in Sunrise that serves more than 80 varieties of steaming hot dim sum out of rolling carts is going viral.

Wynwood Staple J. Wakefield Brewing to Close After Nearly a Decade, Plans to Relocate

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 6, 2024

The end of an era: J. Wakefield Brewing in Wynwood will close on October 28, but plans to reopen in a new location soon.

Flanigan’s New Tailgate Apparel Selling Faster Than Its Ribs

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 6, 2024

Flanigan’s dropped a tailgate line of Miami Dolphins and Miami Hurricanes-inspired merchandise just in time for game day.

Family-Run Mediterranean Restaurant Tur Kitchen Closes in Coral Gables

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 6, 2024

After four years on Giralda Avenue, Mediterranean restaurant Tur Kitchen has closed to the disappointment of its customers.

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Drake’s Favorite Hot Chicken Sandwich Chain Opens in Pembroke Pines

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 5, 2024

Dave’s Hot Chicken has opened in Pembroke Pines, and with fans like Drake, you know its spicy chicken tenders are good.

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Old Greg’s Pizza Has Closed Indefinitely – But Vows to Reopen!

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 2, 2024

Old Greg’s Pizza, famed for its delicious sourdough crust, has closed in the Miami Design District but plans to reopen soon.

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Miami Restaurants That Opened and Closed July 2024

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 1, 2024

In July, 13 restaurants opened in Miami, including Felice Brickell, Bar Tulio’s, Elia, Noe Sushi Bar, Kojin, and Piegari.

Wildest Miami Spice Deals You Can’t Afford to Miss, Including $35 Prime Rib & Escargot

By Michelle Muslera and OthersAugust 1, 2024

The best Miami Spice 2024 deals are at Bouchon Bistro, Elastika, Cote, Pastis Miami, Joe’s Stone Crab, Klaw, and Papi Steak.

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All the Restaurants Participating in Miami Spice 2024

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarAugust 1, 2024

List of every Miami Spice 2024 participating restaurant in Coral Gables, Brickell, South Beach, Coconut Grove, and more.

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Two Miami Spots Make Yelp’s Best New Restaurants in the South List

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarJuly 31, 2024

Two Miami restaurants are ranked as the best new restaurants in America by Yelp according to reviewers online.

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