1-800-Lucky

A 10,000-square-foot Asian food hall with indoor and outdoor seating in Wynwood. Seven vendors offer pan-Asian dishes from dumplings to bánh mì in an open dining room that also includes two full bars and a karaoke lounge.

100 Montaditos

There are about 200 locations worldwide, but the 100 Montaditos in midtown Miami is the first to open in America. It is the dollar store of fast-food franchises, but instead of a bunch of junk, you can get all sorts of great sandwiches: for instance, thin wisps of Serrano ham on warm, crunchy-crusted, olive-oil-drizzled, oven-fresh […]

19th Hole Bar and Grill at the Biltmore

Locals in the know call this a hidden gem. Located on the Biltmore Hotel’s golf course, it offers hot dogs, burgers, fries, sandwiches, salads, and beer, all with a great view. Of course, there are also plenty of TV screens to stare at. Ceiling fans keep cool air circulating, and the hotel’s signature architecture is […]

2B Asian Bistro

From the same energy and passion that Bond Trisransri brought Calle Ocho Mr. Yum comes 2B Asian Bistro. In the same Little Havana neighborhood, filled with art galleries, Cuban cuisine, cigar shops, and markets, 2B Asian Bistro stands out. A former architect, Trisransri added touches to the modest space that includes bamboo floors, a contemporary […]

3 Chefs Chinese Restaurant

Downtown Miami’s growth has led to a diversity of food options. One of the newest spots is 3 Chefs, which serves both Chinese and Vietnamese dishes. It’s not just for take out and delivery, though both options are available. There are tables and booths and two TVs on the wall, which are enough to entertain […]

33 Kitchen

The man behind the Asian-influenced Peruvian food at 33 Kitchen in Coconut Grove is Chilean-born chef Sebastian Fernandez. He worked at the Coral Reef Yacht Club for 14 years before leaving to open 33 Kitchen with his Peruvian wife, Leslie Ames. The restaurant’s name is a nod to the Grove’s zip code, as well as […]

A.C.’s Icees

In 1978, Allen Cohen said goodbye to Michigan winters and started over in Miami peddling lemonade. An avid runner, he set up shop in Coconut Grove’s Kennedy Park, where athletes meet to train. “One of us would always have to do a grocery run to get beverages,” he recalls of his decision to gather his […]

Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre

Take one look at the lineup at the Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre, and you’ll believe that regional theater is alive and well in Miami. The gorgeous, restored Coral Gables landmark boasts a 600-seat mainstage auditorium that’s home to a full season of grown up shows, kid’s productions, educational activities and community services. Their […]