Midtown/Wynwood/Design District in Miami New Times
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With an outdoor dining room nestled under a hut adorned with swaying straw lanterns, El Turco beckons with a charming Istanbul-meets-Tulum ambiance. The focus isn’t on innovation at this Turkish restaurant nestled off NE Second Avenue in the Upper Buena Vista complex, but rather on familiar, comforting flavors reminiscent of family meals. If you’re looking […]
his sleek, modern space on the first floor of the iconic Moore building in the Design District takes its name from the sprawling sculpture by Zaha Hadid that looms above. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Elastika brings a Mediterranean twist to American staples, ensuring that you can treat yourself to a meal made with […]
If you want the city of Miami’s version of South Beach in the ’90s, you’ll find it here. This is the cutting edge of electronic music parties in a small room. The Pickle has regular bookings of internationally renowned DJs, as well as local faves.
Hidden inside Palm Court, you’ll find Ella Cafe, a collaboration between Michael Schwartz and his daughter Ella. Here you can try avocado toast, Greek yogurt, salads, sandwiches, and juices in a bright, industrial space. But beneath the outpost’s seasonal menu is something even sweeter: a rotating doughnut special. Depending on the day, expect flavors such […]
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The Embassy in Buena Vista oozes a carefree vibe. Late-night dining pairs with a varied schedule of live music. On any given evening, there might be rock ‘n’ roll, Cuban son, or jams performed by chef-owner Alan Hughes himself. There is no stage; musicians strum guitars in a tight corner of the dining room. Across […]
When Brad Kilgore opened Alter in Wynwood in 2015, Miami was smitten with the dishes that came from its open kitchen. Kilgore earned several James Beard Award nominations, and the restaurant continues to impress with an array of thoughtful and artistic dishes. At Ember, the chef returns to his Kansas City roots with a menu […]
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A simple sandwich shop at the confluence where Wynwood, Midtown Miami, and Edgewater meet, Enriqueta’s remains a holdout in the race to turn Miami into a sea of condominiums and Lululemons. The restaurant is one of the most democratic in the city, its clientele a steady stream of construction workers, galleristas, tourists, and dwellers of […]
Given Miami’s subtropical climate, you might think there would be more tiki-themed bars serving boat drinks festooned with fresh fruit and tiny umbrellas. Esotico is one of the few, but it’s a grand place indeed. The 3,400-square-foot space is done up in hand-cut wallpaper, lush greenery, and Polynesian decor to create just the right tiki […]
