Central Dade in Miami New Times
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It doesn’t take much to enjoy the best baklava in town; all you need to do is put $3.50 in your pocket and drive to Westchester. Almazar Greek and Middle Eastern Fine Foods, across the street from FIU’s University Park campus, offers two varieties: walnut and pistachio. Unlike many baklavas, these aren’t too rich or […]
Although Benny’s bills itself as a seafood establishment, land and sea are equally represented on the menu. Besides, this pleasant storefront luncheonette is really known for authentic Puerto Rican cuisine. Appetizers include fried blood sausage, and green banana ceviche stocked with chicken gizzards. More gringo-friendly starters feature a variety of meat, poultry, and seafood fillings […]
Before cell phones and the Internet, there was Bird Bowl. This old-fashioned, Big Lebowski-style bowling alley has been open for 52 years. Besides the lanes, there’s a billiard room with 18 newly re-covered tables, an arcade with tons of videogames, and a lounge area with nightly drink specials. Next to the lounge is Perky’s Pizza, […]
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Let’s face it: Cheese makes everything better. The Cheese Course — a chain with four locations throughout South Florida — is a nod to the stores of Europe that sell one item done extremely well. Patrons wander through the odorous shop and are encouraged to sample from more than 150 cheeses from all over the […]
Next time you’re up North Miami way and jonesing for some cheap, authentic eats – sidle up to this Dominican cafeteria of sorts. Stuff your empty tummy with white and red beans, pork ribs, stewed beef, spaghetti and rotisserie chicken. The offerings change daily, but you always count on a satisfying homemade meal. A small […]
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This is Miami, and what’s the point of living in a piece of Latin paradise if you’re not into sexy beats? The misleadingly monikered L’Boulevard Cafe is your home for late night bachata, reggaeton, trance and hip-hop. It’s a sweaty, sultry scene – and that’s what this city is all about. They host weekly all-you-can-drink […]
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Natural Chicken Grill is a Miami-based fast-food chain with 12 locations in South Florida. There’s an open dining area with a buffet-style counter for fast service. Dishes are made with fresh ingredients that are prepped daily — and the chicken is grilled to order. The menu features chicken in several combinations ranging from whole grilled, […]