It’s difficult to say which part of bakery life burrowed deepest into Naomi Harris’ soul. Harris was born in Miami and into the restaurant business: Her father Larry and his brother Stuart founded Miami’s beloved chicken chain Pollo Tropical in 1988. But Harris didn’t plan for a life in restaurants, never mind one of overnight […]
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Niven Patel, named one of Food & Wine magazine’s 2020 Best New Chefs, has already earned the respect of Miami with his first restaurant, Ghee (also on this year’s list). With Mamey, he showcases the flavors of the tropics. Bahamian conch fritters, Trinidadian roti, and Puerto Rican tostones all find a place on the menu, […]
Located on the rooftop of Niven Patel’s Mamey Miami, Mamey on 3rd is a tropical oasis that serves Caribbean-inspired cocktails and bites. There’s a daily happy hour from 3 to 6 p.m. when guests can enjoy $6 bites, $10 cocktails, and a selection of other beverages ranging from $5 to $7. Looking for even more […]
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A meal at Mariposa begins with classic touches of Fifties-era Neiman Marcus: iconic popovers and strawberry butter served alongside a complimentary demitasse of chicken broth. Although the modern menu has been customized for the Miami palate, the department store’s old-fashioned good service and elegant presentation are intact. The popular sesame ahi tuna entree with ginger […]
Speaking about a restaurant in New York, the great philosopher Yogi Berra once said, “Nobody goes there anymore. It’s too crowded.” He could have been talking about Maroosh, a first-rate Middle Eastern restaurant that draws regular crowds despite flying under the local foodie radar. Skip the vaguely Mediterranean dishes on the lengthy menu and stick […]
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It’s pretty bold to hang signs in your window and above your cash register claiming you serve the best pita in the nation. But owner Aziz Ali stands by his claim and refuses to tell anyone why this is so. “It just is,” he says. “I don’t want to give you my secret.” Know what? […]
Mint Leaf’s most distinctive offerings are its dosas: thin, crisp pancakes made from ground fermented lentils and rice that come folded around a choice of stuffers such as masala lamb, spicy chicken, or the traditional potatoes and onions — a knish with chutzpah (and tasty). Entrees divide into seafood, chicken, lamb, rice, and vegetarian, the […]
The interior of Miss Saigon looks otherworldly. The folks who work here dress in traditional odia (brilliantly hued long dresses) and have a knack for making guests feel welcome. Have no fear if this is your first time eating Vietnamese. An extremely friendly (and on occasion, flamboyant) server will ask you a series of questions: […]
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Because little English is spoken at either branch of this pizzeria, it’s hard for an Anglo to get an explanation of what makes the place’s specialty, Cuban pizza, different from other pizzas. But basically it’s the crust, which is thicker than those of Neapolitan, Roman, New York, or designer pizzas but differs from similarly thick […]
Located across the street from the University of Miami campus, Moon Thai offers a casual atmosphere and a relief from the crowded restaurants of nearby Coconut Grove. Two menus offer a plentiful selection of Thai and Japanese dishes at reasonable prices. Get your night started at this colorful venue with the spicy conch or raw […]