Kicking things off, we had the highly anticipated opening of Aviv in South Beach by the acclaimed chef Michael Solomonov, who brought his Mediterranean cuisine inspired by Tel Aviv to the 1 Hotel South Beach. Then came the opening of Maple & Ash in downtown Miami, the high-end Chicago steakhouse that opened in downtown Miami with martinis and seafood towers, and Uchiko South Beach, serving delicious Japanese fare. But smaller restaurants opened, as well, like Mutra in North Miami, which is redefining kosher dining for a modern palate, and Novatore in Wynwood, which blends Italian tradition with modern flair, Michelin-starred chefs, and bold flavors.
For those with a sweet tooth, it was an especially exciting month. New York City's Van Leeuwen ice cream made its Florida debut on March 20 in Miami Beach with its signature French-style ice cream (including a special Key Lime Pie flavor crafted just for Miami in collaboration with Fireman Derek's Bake Shop). Meanwhile, Parlor Doughnuts opened in Fort Lauderdale on March 15, selling its famous layered, croissant-like doughnuts in various fun flavors.
Hungry yet? Let's dig into the 18 new spots across Miami, Fort Lauderdale — and even down to the Florida Keys.
Downtown Miami Maple & Ash steakhouse opens on March 13 at Miami Worldcenter with its popular steaks, pasta, wine collection, bar, and birthday menus.
Photo by Haas and Haas
Openings
Aviv: 2341 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, at 1 Hotel South Beach, 305-768-1386; 1hotels.comCrema Gourmet Wynwood: 242 NW 25th St., Miami; 786- 635-6255; cremagourmet.com
Eddie & Vinny's: 10181 W. Sample Rd., Coral Springs; 954-509-0046; eddieandvinnys.com
Fogo de Chão Dadeland: 8815 SW 72nd Pl., Miami; fogodechao.com
Ikigai: 615 Brickell Key Dr., Miami; 305-456-4582; grupoikigai.com
Ludlow Coffee Supply: 801 Brickell Ave., Miami; 347-720-2552; ludlowcoffeesupply.com
Magie Coconut Grove: 3540 Main Hwy., Miami; 561-427-3462; instagram.com/magiemiami
Maple & Ash: 699 NE First Ave., Miami; 305-901-8885; mapleandash.com
Mutra: 2188 NE 123rd St., North Miami; 786-860-1213; instagram.com/mutra_miami
Novatore Cucina & Bar: 2700 N. Miami Ave., Miami; 754-286-2081; novatorecucinaebar.com
Parlor Doughnuts: 444 NE Seventh St., Fort Lauderdale; parlordoughnuts.com
Salt + Ash: 61 Hawks Cay Blvd., Duck Key, at Hawk's Cay Resort; 305-289-2999; hawkscay.com
Shiso: 239 NW 28th St., Miami; 786-559-1706; shisomiami.com
Sixty Vines Fort Lauderdale: 800 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale; 754-296-3447; sixtyvines.com
Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café: 851 NE First Ave., Ste. 105, Miami; 786-238-7770; sweetparis.com
Uchiko Miami Beach: 1759 Purdy Ave., Miami Beach; 305-995-0915; uchiko.uchirestaurants.com
Van Leeuwen: 1600 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; 718-701-1630; vanleeuwenicecream.com
Wan's: 664 N. Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale; 954-527-0228; christinawansmandarinhouse.com
Closures
Finnegan's Road: After more than two decades of pouring pints and building community on Lincoln Road, Finnegan's Road has called last call — for good. The beloved neighborhood bar, known for its loyal regulars and laid-back vibe, shuttered its doors on Friday, March 28, after 25 years in business.
Coming Soon
The Bazaar by José Andrés The chef's popular Miami restaurant will reopen in South Beach this yearBig Chicken Chicken-centric, fast-casual concept from former Miami Heat center Shaquille O'Neal
Boustan Montréal's largest shawarma chain will open first U.S. spot in Miami with pitas, bowls, and salads
BondSt Famed South Beach sushi spot from the 2000s is reopening in Miami after closing in 2013
BurgerFi and Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza dual concept coming to Miami Worldcenter
Burgers & Shakes Local burger chain will open in late 2025 once Andiamo Pizza moves on Biscayne Boulevard
Buccan Palm Beach's popular modern American bistro will make its Miami debut in Coral Gables in 2025
Cava Plantation and Hialeah Gardens The popular Mediterranean chain is opening in South Florida
China Grill Legendary Asian-fusion restaurant that closed in 2012 will reopen at Bal Harbour Shops in the next two years
Chop Steakhouse & Bar Canadian steakhouse will open in Coconut Grove at the former location of the Key Club
Delicias de España Legendary Spanish restaurant and market will open in downtown South Miami in 2025
Earl's Kitchen & Bar Coming to Miami Worldcenter in 2025
Eataly Aventura Opening Spring 2025
Eataly West Palm Beach Opening Fall 2025
Fooq's The beloved downtown Miami spot that closed three years ago will reopen in Little River in early 2025
Gaia Greek-Mediterranean hotspot will open in Miami's South of Fifth neighborhood in early 2025
H&H Bagels Opening five locations in Miami throughout 2025 and 2026
Hereford Grill Popular Miami steakhouse reopen spring 2025 by the owner of Zucca in Coral Gables
Hills Cafe An employee of the former Beverly Hills Café is bringing back the beloved restaurant
Insomnia Cookies Late-night cookies and ice cream sandwiches is headed for Wynwood on April 16
Juvia Miami staple with rooftop views coming to Miami Worldcenter in 2025
La Pecora Bianca trendy Italian spot from NYC is opening in Miami this year with its popular vodka sauce rigatoni
Melting Pot The fondue chain is opening a second Miami location in 2025 in Coral Gables
Miami Dumpling Shop Contactless dumpling shop coming to Miami Worldcenter
Niño Gordo The Argentinian hotspot is opening in Wynwood this April
Pastis Palm Beach
PopUp Bagels Delray Beach Viral Connecticut bagel shop known for loaded bagels is opening in Delray this summer
PopUp Bagels Brickell and Aventura Viral bagel shop is coming to Aventura and Brickell after opening in Delray
Prince Street Pizza New York square pie pizza shop opening in Miami Beach in 2025
Raising Cane's Opening in Coral Gables along Coral Way
Rodney Scott's Whole Hog BBQ The legendary Southern barbecue spot is opening its first Florida location in Miami
Serafina NYC-based Italian restaurant coming to Miami Worldcenter
Shoma Bazaar Hialeah Doral food hall opening a second location
Solana is set to open in the summer of 2025 at the rooftop of the Standard Residences in Midtown
Stalk & Spade Plant-based, fast-casual restaurant coming to South Florida
Sushi Garage Popular sushi spot will open at the Standard Residences in Midtown in 2025
Sweetwaters New restaurant from Rusty Pelican owners headed for Huizenga Park in Fort Lauderdale
Thomas Keller The master chef is opening a restaurant in Palm Beach in 2025
Voodoo Doughnut The popular West Coast and Midwest dessert shop is opening its first SoFlo location in Miami
