The Commons

Tucked into a science lab and classroom building at the University of Miami’s Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science on Virginia Key, this bar-cum-eatery began life as a cafeteria for students who might have cared more about describing the life cycle of Ocyurus chrysurus — that’s a yellowtail snapper to you — than eating […]

Compass Market

It’s 3:30 a.m. and you need some Triscuits, a jar of pickles and a pint of Ben & Jerry’s. You might be drunk, or worse — pregnant. Either way, Compass Market is there to meet your every need, no matter how bizarre. Be it pre-beach eats or late-night munchies, their well-stocked shelves are an array […]

Confucio Express Chinese Gourmet Cuisine

Tiny Confucio Express amounts to a counter with a few tables on a deck overlooking a Farm Stores drive-thru. But this Chinese spot packs big flavor and is a wise choice for take-out and delivery. Try the salt-and-pepper-style seafood plate, enlivened with jalape

Coopertown Airboat Rides & Restaurant

Nothing says Florida like airboat rides, swamp life and gator tails. If you’re into all things Sunshine State, no matter how bizarre, you’ll love Coopertown Airboat Rides & Restaurant. After riding around for the afternoon looking at local wildlife, nosh on said wildlife, including “delicacies” like frog legs, gator tail and catfish. This is Swamp-sourced […]