House of Chang

When it comes to serving up fast Chinese food, House of Chang doesn’t hold back. Not even hurricane warnings stop this joint from cranking out take out orders. For foodies who like nontraditional dishes, House of Chang serves up Moo Shi, which consists of shredded cabbage, woodear mushrooms golden needles, bamboo shoots, scallions and eggs […]

Island Water Sports

This mainstay in North Miami Beach has a loyal following, and rightfully so. They have every kind of gear you’d ever need for water-bound fun. surfboards, stand up paddleboards, skateboards, wakeboards, bodyboards, skimboards, accessories galore and a knowledgeable staff to help you navigate their aisles without any aimless wandering. Whatever you need for your wateriffic […]

Kebab Indian Restaurant

Good Indian food is hard to come by in Miami. While Kebab wouldn’t be considered outrageously amazing in, say, New York, it’s as authentic as it gets in the Magic City. And spicy-food lovers excuse the humble, outdated setting and less-than-stellar service when in search of crisp samosas, pungent tandoori dishes, saucy platters perfect for […]

Kings County Pizza & Heroes

Garlic knots garlic knots garlic knots. If you’re not a connoisseur of all things Italian – you may not be familiar with these greasy, doughy, pungent balls of perfection. Kings County Pizza & Heroes has what’s arguable North Miami Beach’s best Brooklyn-style slice, AND they serve up fresh-baked garlic knots to boot. That alone is […]

La Goulue Christian Delouvrier

The accouterments of a classic brasserie setting are in place: tin ceiling, mosaic-tile floor, wood, mirrors, tightly packed tables topped with white butcher paper, and open French doors leading to a breezy outside patio. The menu mimics that of a real bistro, too, although one with severely limited range. Diners are privy to the standard […]

Laurenzo’s Itialian Market

Some people need special lighting, kitschy artwork, stuffy classical music, and sky-high prices to feel like they’re buying gourmet. If that’s you, skip Laurenzo’s, where the focus is on awesome food at reasonable prices. The store is huge, offering hard-to-find high-end and/or imported grocery products, gorgeous produce (from the farmers’ market across the street), luscious […]

Lettuce & Tomato

Lettuce & Tomato is a swank gastropub that offers an industrial yet warm atmosphere tucked away on West Dixie Highway at NE 171st Street. Featuring a juxtaposition of Latin and Asian flavors, the menu lists plates such as huevos rotos, served with hand-cut garlic French fries, sofrito, serrano ham, three fried eggs, and a pinch […]

Lime Fresh Mexican Grill

This cheery homegrown chain filled with pop music and great service isn’t an authentic Mexican border-town taco stand where you can get cow tongue for $2. But it sure is tasty for American Tex-Mex and appropriate for folks who crave a little Southwestern sizzle while counting calories. Try the “Skinny” or “South Beach” burrito ($7.99). […]

Lique Miami

Making waves in North Miami Beach, Lique lets guests get a glimpse of the luxe life via South of France flair and South Beach vibes. It doesn’t get much better than this. But then it does. Oh, hello, yachts. Take a seat on the open deck overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway, and you’ll see lots of […]

Little Saigon

Long one of the bright lights in Miami’s quality-challenged Asian culinary scene, this cramped, no-frills eatery still turns out creditable Vietnamese cuisine. Cha gio are excellent, and blue crabs in a tart-sweet tamarind sauce are worth the amount of effort it takes to extract the minuscule nuggets of crabmeat. Be advised: Little Saigon takes cash […]