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Hot New York Pop-Up Ezio's to Open Permanent Spot in Miami Beach

By Olee Fowler

Aug 7, 2025

A trendy New York pop-up known for its delicious steaks is opening its first permanent location in Miami Beach this fall.

matcha drinks and a fruit bowl on a table

Popular UK Coffee Shop to Open First Florida Location in Miami

By Olee Fowler

Aug 7, 2025

Every Miami Restaurant That Closed July 2025

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Aug 7, 2025

From acclaimed spots like Maty's to beloved ones like Sushi Maki, here are the 8 Miami restaurants that closed in July 2025.

Every Miami Restaurant That Opened July 2025

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Aug 4, 2025

Ensenada Officially Closes After Promising Post-Summer Return

By Olee Fowler

Aug 1, 2025

Just when this summer couldn't get worse for restaurants, another Miami spot that opened to much hype has permanently closed.

a giant building with a rooftop restaurant

Miami Fusion Hotspot Juvia Reopening as a Rooftop Restaurant

By Olee Fowler

Aug 1, 2025

Famed Miami fusion restaurant Juvia will finally reopen in downtown Miami with the rooftop atmosphere that made it popular.

South Miami Staple Deli Lane Café To Be Demolished

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Aug 1, 2025

Beloved South Miami breakfast spot Deli Lane Cafe & Sunset Tavern will be demolished to make way for a condo after 40 years.

You Enter Wynwood's Newest Speakeasy Through a Fake Vending Machine

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Jul 31, 2025

A swanky new sushi speakeasy in Miami is going viral because the only way to get inside is through a vintage vending machine.

Jacob Bickelhaupt looking at a dish at his restaurant, Konro.

South Florida Restaurant Konro Loses Michelin Star After Scandal

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Jul 30, 2025

SoFlo restaurant Konro lost its Michelin Star after owner-chef Bickelhaupt was charged with attempted second-degree murder.

First Miami Claw Machine Arcade Opens at International Mall

By Katie Sipes

Jul 30, 2025

Miami is getting in on another Asian pop-culture trend with the arrival of Clawz Plushies Playground.

The Boombox Reopens With the Same Underground Soul

By Jose D. Duran

Jul 30, 2025

After three years, this Bird Road Art District venue returns with renovations and a new sound system.

Michelin Star Miami Restaurant Itamae AO to Close in Midtown

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Jul 30, 2025

Just weeks after winning a James Beard Award, chef Nando Chang's newly Michelin-starred restaurant, Itamae AO, must close.

Award-Winning Italian Restaurant to Close in Coral Gables

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Jul 29, 2025

After nearly two years in Coral Gables, an acclaimed Italian restaurant by chef Niven Patel will close after a rough summer.

This Unexpected South Florida City Might Be The Next Foodie Hotspot

By Jesse Scott

Jul 28, 2025

A sprawling new waterfront restaurant in this South Florida suburb might transform the town into a foodie haven this August.

Old-Timey Miami Ice Cream Parlor Opens New Location After 20 Years

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Jul 28, 2025

A beloved ice cream parlor in Miami with checkered floors and sundaes has opened a second location after 20 years.

What to Expect at Miami's First Asian Café Opening This Fall

By Olee Fowler

Jul 24, 2025

From black sesame rolls to milk tea, here's what to expect at Miami's first authentic Asian café and bakery opening this fall.

Swanky New Steakhouse Opens at Former Fiola in Coral Gables

By Olee Fowler

Jul 23, 2025

A swanky steakhouse has opened in Coral Gables, reviving the former Fiola space with luxe steaks, pastas, and seafood towers.

Sushi Maki Flagship Closes After 25 Years in South Miami

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Jul 23, 2025

Nostalgic South Miami staple Sushi Maki, which has fed Miami's youth after school for decades, has closed after 25 years.

Miami Pizza Pop-Up With Cult Following Opens Permanent Spot

By Olee Fowler

Jul 23, 2025

Known for its thin pies, a popular Miami pizza pop-up that blew up during the pandemic has just opened its first location.

Bagel Emporium Is Moving to This Bougie Miami Neighborhood

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Jul 22, 2025

After nearly 50 years in Miami, longtime deli Bagel Emporium must leave its home to relocate to this upscale side of town.

Openings & Closings

A "Steamy" Romance Bookstore Is Coming to Miami

Classic Pizzeria to Close in MiMo After 23 Years

Openings & Closings

A "Steamy" Romance Bookstore Is Coming to Miami

Classic Pizzeria to Close in MiMo After 23 Years

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