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Vice City Pillow Talk: I Was Secretly Filmed by a Viral Pickup Artist

By Asha Elias

Aug 5, 2025

He shared the video with his million-plus followers, making what initially seemed random and silly feel predatory.

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.

A 24-Hour Laundromat Cafe Might Serve Miami's Tastiest Sandwich

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Jul 25, 2025

This legendary Miami cafe and laundromat that's open 24/7 serves one of the best pan con bistec sandwiches in South Florida.

Miami Marlins left fielder Kyle Stowers #28 smiles as he rounds the bases after hitting a walk-off home run at LoanDepot Park in Miami, Florida

Who the Heck Is Kyle Stowers? Meet the Marlins' New Mystery Man!

By Ryan Yousefi

Jul 21, 2025

While you weren't looking, the Miami Marlins found themselves a genuine feel-good story in 2025.

Cute little girl sitting in a dental chair and receiving dental treatment.

Commentary: 1 in 3 Florida Third Graders Have Untreated Cavities

By Olga Ensz

Jul 21, 2025

It's more crucial than ever for parents to protect their kids' teeth.

LeBron James looks to fend off Jimmy Butler in a game against the Miami Heat.

The Return of the King: How LeBron Could Spark Miami’s Next Dynasty

By Ryan Yousefi

Jul 14, 2025

If LeBron James leaves the Lakers, a Miami reunion might just create Pat Riley’s next superteam.

President Donald Trump spreads his arms as doves fly around him in an altered photo.

Miami Readers React to Florida Man's Nobel Prize Nomination

By B. Scott McLendon

Jul 11, 2025

Readers on social media responded immediately, pointing out the irony of President Donald Trump's nomination.

A stack of books frequently found on banned book lists with a sticky note saying "banned"

Commentary: Trump Administration Takes DeSantis Book Ban Playbook Nationwide

By Stephana Ferrell and William Johnson

Jul 10, 2025

Ron DeSantis rewrote the rules of public education to serve his censorious agenda. Trump has been studying the blueprint.

Kasparas Jakučionis, the Miami Heat's 19-year-old first-round pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, dribbles in a summer league game

Five Reasons the Miami Heat’s Quiet Off-Season Makes Sense

By Ryan Yousefi

Jul 8, 2025

Competing in the NBA is about capturing magic in four-year windows. This is not Miami's window.

11 Best Matchas in Miami, Ranked

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Jul 5, 2025

From the cold foam-topped matcha from Honey Veil to the creative iced ones from Maman, here are the 11 best matchas in Miami.

11 Best Hot Dogs in Miami, Ranked

By Burger Beast

Jul 1, 2025

From the delicious wieners at Off Site and Dogma to Arbetter's and Pincho, here are the eleven best hot dogs in Miami.

Review: Is Publix's New Peach Heat Pub Sub Worth The Hype?

By Olee Fowler

Jun 27, 2025

Peach meets heat in Publix's new Pub Sub, but does it slap or flop? Let's just say...expectations were saucier than reality.

Miami Is Unhinged After New Pollo Tropical 'Platter' Price

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Jun 25, 2025

Miami Pollo Tropical fans on Reddit are going off after they discovered that chicken platter sides like beans now cost extra.

11 Best Burgers in Miami

By Burger Beast

Jun 24, 2025

From Wagyu burgers at Babe's and fritas from Chug's to rib eye burgers from Edan Bistro, here are the 11 best burgers in Miami.

Florida Panthers players swarm around goalie Sergei Bobrovsky (no. 72) following the team's Game 6 Stanley Cup clinching win over the Edmonton Oilers at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida, on June 17, 2025

Which Is the Bigger Dynasty: Florida Panthers or Miami Heat Big 3? Take Our Quiz!

By Ryan Yousefi

Jun 20, 2025

Which is greater: The Heat's 2-for-4 run or the Panthers' 2-for-3 (and counting)? The answer might surprise you.

Miami Favorite Publix Among Most Overpriced Grocery Stores in U.S.

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Jun 12, 2025

Three Miami grocery stores have just been named among the most overpriced grocery chains in the U.S., according to a report.

Miami Completely Snubbed on Best Beach Bars Ranking

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Jun 5, 2025

Miami just got snubbed from USA Today's Best Beach Bars list, but locals know these four hidden gems are a tiki vibe.

a couple in silhouette looks out at the ocean during golden hour

Vice City Pillow Talk: Why Are Some Miami Singles Opting Out of Dating?

By Asha Elias

Jun 3, 2025

Locals have varied, and emphatic, reasons for shunning relationships in 2025.

An ICE ERO officer looks out over the Miami skyline.

Authoritarian Creep: Florida Officials “Obey in Advance” on Immigration Enforcement

By Thomas Kennedy

Jun 2, 2025

Florida officials are caving to DeSantis’ pressure to partner with ICE, expanding 287(g) deals and eroding local control.

A sign leading to a sandy Miami beach that reads, in all uppercase letters: Attention: Beyond this point you may encounter nude bathers

Readers Respond to Guide on Miami Nude Beach AKA "Grandpa Grindr"

"There was a blind guy there," Joe wrote. "I spotted him right away. It wasn't hard." (Rim shot.)

By Miami New Times Readers

May 27, 2025

The thongs and banana hammocks were quick to come off when we published our guide to Miami's only nude beach.

Opinion & Commentary

Classic Miami Restaurants Snubbed in NYTimes Guide

Florida's Migrant Camp Breaks the Law

Opinion & Commentary

Classic Miami Restaurants Snubbed in NYTimes Guide

Florida's Migrant Camp Breaks the Law

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