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Feb

10, 2018

Dining Guide

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Coral Gables/Sunset

BAGEL EMPORIUM
1238 S. Dixie Hwy., Coral Gables, 33146 305.666.9519
Get New York street style bagels in Miami
Daily. 7 a.m.-4 p.m. | Price: $

BANGKOK BANGKOK
157 Giralda Ave., Coral Gables, 33134
305.444.2397
Heaven for all Pad Thai lovers.
Mon.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Sun. 5 p.m.-10 p.m. | Price: $$

Café Pastis
7310 S.W. 57th Ave., South Miami, 33143 305.665.3322
Funky little bistro in the middle of South Miami.
Lunch: Mon.-Fri. 11:30a.m.-2:30p.m.; Sat.: noon-2:30p.m.; Dinner: Mon.-Thur. 6 p.m.-9:30 p.m.; Sat. 6 p.m.-10:30 p.m.
Price: $$$$ | www.cafepastis.com

Caffe Vialetto
4019 S. Le Jeune Road
305.446.5659
Fine Italian dining experience nestled in the heart of Coral Gables.
Mon.-Thur. 12 p.m.-10 p.m.; Fri. 12 p.m.-11 p.m.; Sat. 6 p.m.-11 p.m.; Sun. 6 p.m.-10 p.m.
Price: $$$$ | www.caffevialetto.com

CANTON CHINESE
6661 S. Dixie Hwy., South Miami, 33143 305.666.5511
Tasty Americanized Chinese food that has satisfied for decades. Mon.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-midnight; Sun. 2 p.m.-12 a.m.
Price: $$ | www.cantonrestaurants.com

CREPE CUISINE
5904 S. Dixie Hwy., Coral Gables, 33143 305.669.2580
French with a Colombian touch by Sunset Mall on US1. Mon.-Thur. 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri.-Sat.  8 a.m.-2 a.m.; Sun 8 a.m.-10 p.m.
Price: $$ | www.crepecuisine.net

HAVANA HARRY’S
4612 S. Le Jeune Road, Coral Gables, 33146 305.661.2622
A modern restaurant inspired by Cuban, Spanish and Latin American cuisine; the unique décor and atmosphere provides an inviting space for casual social gatherings. Mon.-Thur. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri.-Sun. 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
Price: $$ | www.hharrys.com

HOUSTON’S
201 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, 33134
305-529-0141
American classics let the exceptional quality of ingredients take center stage. Mon. & Sun. 11:30 a.m.-10p.m.; Tue.-Thur. & Sat. 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m.; Fri. 11:30 a.m.-midnight.
Price: $$$ | www.hillstone.com

La Crepe Bistro
7340 S.W. 57th Ave., South Miami, 33143 305.665.8778
Run to Paris and back for a quick bite.
Mon.-Sat. 8 a.m.- 4 a.m. | Price: $

Marhaba
5701 Sunset Dr., South Miami, 33143
305.740.5880
Authentic Mediterranean cuisine. Tue.-Thur. 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-12 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. | Price: $$

Mint Leaf Indian Brasserie
276 Alhambra Circle, Coral Gables, 33134 305.443.3739
Exotic décor and flavorful Indian food.
Daily. Lunch: noon-3 p.m.; Dinner: 6 p.m.-11 p.m.
Price: $$ | www.mintleafib.com

MOJITO GRILL
7318 Red Road, South Miami, 33143
305.661.3663
Authentic Cuban cuisine featuring their famous sandwiches.
Daily 7:30 a.m.- 9:00 p.m.
Price: $ | www.mojitogrill.com

MOON THAI & JAPANESE
1118 S. Dixie Hwy., Coral Gables, 33146
305.668.9890
Casual atmosphere with two menus and a plentiful selection of Thai and Japanese dishes. Mon.-Fri. Lunch 11:30 a.m. -3 p.m.; Dinner 5 p.m.-11 p.m.; Sat. 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sun. 12:30 p.m.-11 p.m.
Price: $ | www.moonthai.com

ORIGIN ASIAN BISTRO & SUSHI
5920 S. Dixie Hwy., South Miami, 33143
305.668.8205
Modern Asian with a French influence; a truly unique dining experience. Sun.-Thur. 11:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-midnight
Price: $$ | www.originpanasian.com

Red Koi Thai & Sushi Lounge
317 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, 33134
305.446.2690
Affordable lunch specials with generous portions; great place for soft tunes after dinner.  Mon.-Tue. 11:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Wed.-Fri. 11:30-12p.m.; Sat 1 p.m.-12 a.m.; Sun. 3:30 p.m.-10 p.m.
Price: $$ | www.redkoilounge.com

TALAVERA
2299 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Coral Gables, 33134
305.444.2955
New to the Gables; homey Mexican cuisine. Daily 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.
Price: $$$ | www.talaveraspot.com

Villagio Restaurant
360 San Lorenzo Ave., Coral Gables, 33146
305.447.8144
Stylish inside and romantically lit outside at Merrick Park.
Daily 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. | Price: $$$

Coconut Grove

Green Street Café
3110 Commodore Plaza,
Coconut Grove, 33133
305.444.0244
Outdoor lounge and restaurant that serves contemporary American cuisine.
Mon.-Tue. 7:30 a.m.-1 a.m.; Wed.-Sat. 7:30 a.m.-3 a.m.; Sun. 7:30 a.m.-midnight.
Price: $$$ | www.greenstreetcafe.net

Le Bouchon Du Grove
3430 Main Hwy., Coconut Grove, 33133
305.448.6060
A friendly little restaurant in the middle of the Grove offering a French menu. Mon.-Thur. & Sun. Lunch: 10.30 a.m.-3 p.m. Dinner: 6 p.m.-11 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. Lunch: 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Dinner: 6 p.m.-midnight.
Price: $$$ | www.lebouchondugrove.com

Jaguar Ceviche Spoon Bar & Latam Grill
3067 Grand Ave., Coconut Grove, 33133
305.444.0216
Variety of ceviches, served by the spoon. Mon.-Thur. 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m.; Sun 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Price: $$$ | www.jaguarspot.com
George’s in the Grove
3145 Commodore Plaza, Coconut Grove, 33133
305.444.7878
French-American cuisine. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 8 a.m.-midnight.
Price: $$$ | www.georgesinthegrove.com

Calamari
3540 Main Hwy., Coconut Grove, 33133
305.441.0219
Italian favorites prepared to perfection. Mon.-Thur. 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m. for brunch.
Price: $$ | www.calamarirestaurant.com

Flanigan’s Loggerhead
2721 Bird Road, Miami, 33133
305.446.1114
Try out the famous baby back ribs. Daily 11 a.m.-5 a.m.
Price: $$ | www.flanigans.net

Scotty’s Landing
3381 Pan American Dr., Coconut Grove, 33133
305.854.2626
Casual waterfront dining and a popular spot with locals. Mon.-Thur. & Sun. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
Price: $ | www.sailmiami.com/scottys

Slice & Ice Pizza
3024 S.W. 27th Ave., Miami, 33133
305.461.9190
New York Style pizzeria and gourmet italian ices. Tue.-Thur. 11 a.m.-1 a.m.; Fri. 11 a.m.-4 a.m.; Sat. noon-4 a.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-midnight.
Price: $ | www.grovepizza.com

Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant
3195 Commodore Plaza, Miami, 33133
305.444.7272
Indian dining experience. Mon.-Wed. 6 p.m.-10 p.m.; Thur.-Fri. 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sat. noon-11 p.m.; Sun. noon-10 p.m.
Price: $$ | www.bombaydarbarrestaurant.com

Aladdin’s Grill
3415 Main Hwy., Coconut Grove, 33133
305.442.2600
Middle Eastern food with occasional live belly dancing. Mon.-Thu. & Sun. 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-1 a.m.
Price: $$$ | www.aladdinsgrillmiam.i.com

Monty's Seafood Restaurant

Monty’s Seafood Restaurant
2550 South Bayshore Dr., Miami, 33133
305.858.1431
Outdoor raw bar with fresh shrimp and stone crabs. Mon.-Thur. & Sun. 11:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-1 a.m.
Price: $$$ | www.montysbayshore.com

New York Roma Pizza & Pasta
2985 McFarlane Road, Coconut Grove, 33133
305.476.6018
Let your tastebuds fly to NYC. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-3 a.m.; Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-6 a.m. | Price: $

Taurus
3540 Main Hwy., Miami, 33133
305.444.1723
Casual style authentic Italian.
Mon.-Wed. 11:30 a.m.-1 a.m.; Thur.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-3 a.m.; Sun. 11:30 a.m.-midnight.
Price: $$

Downtown/Brickell

Perricone’s Marketplace & Café
15 S.E. 10th St. Miami, 33131
305.374.9449
Nestled in a quiet park behind the skyscrapers of Brickell. Sun.-Mon. 7 a.m.-10 p.m.; Tue.-Thur. 7 a.m.-11 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 7 a.m.-11:30 p.m.
Price: $$ | www.perricones.com

Fine Dining

Cvi.Che 105 Restaurant
105 N.E. 3rd Ave., Miami, 33132
305.577.3454
Traditional Peruvian dishes in a modern presentation. Mon.-Thur. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 12 p.m.-11 p.m.; Sun. noon-9 p.m.| Price: $$ | www.ceviche105.com

Dolores, But You Can Call Me Lolita
1000 S. Miami Ave, Miami, 33130
305.403.3103
International fusion cuisine served on a rooftop. Mon.-Thur. 11 a.m.-midnight; Fri. 11:30 a.m.-1 a.m. Sat.-Sun. noon-11 p.m.
Price: $$$ | www.doloreslolita.com

La Moon
144 S.W. Eighth St. Miami, 33130
305.860.6209
A variety of Colombian arepas and perros for that hangover-taming 5 a.m. refill.
Mon.-Wed. 11 a.m.-midnight; Thur. 11 a.m.-4 a.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-6 a.m.
Price: $$ | www.lamoonrestaurantmiami.com

Novecento Brickell
1414 Brickell Ave. Miami, 33131
305.403.0900
Casual elegant European style bistro with Latin American influences in a seductive environment. Mon.-Thur. & Sun .11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-1 a.m.
Price: $$$ | www.novecento.com

Rosa Mexicano
900 S. Miami Ave., Miami, 33130
786.425.1001
The restaurant’s design creates a festive environment with bold, vibrant colors and features a tortilla-making station in the dining room.
Mon.-Thur. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-midnight.
Price: $$$ | www.rosamexicano.com

Hy-Vong
3458 S.W. Eighth St., Miami, 33135
305.446.3674
Vietnamese cuisine. Wed.-Sun. 6 p.m.-11 p.m. Price: $ | www.hyvong.com

Versailles
3555 S.W. Eighth St., Miami, 33135
305.444.0240
Iconoclastic Cuban diner with wall-to-wall mirrors, a constant buzz of activity and a mammoth menu. Sun.-Thur. 8 a.m.-2 a.m.; Fri.-Sat. 8 a.m.-4:30 a.m. | Price: $$

Mr. Yum
1945 S.W. Eighth St., Miami, 33135
786.360.2371
Artistic presentations of Japanese and Thai. Mon.-Fri. 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 1 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Price: $$ | www.mryummiami.com

La Carreta
3632 S.W. Eighth St., Miami, 33135
305.444.7501
Cuba’s signature staples are all on the menu. Sun.-Thur. 8 a.m.-2 a.m.; Fri.-Sat. 8 a.m.-5 a.m.
Price: $$ | www.lacarreta.com

San Pocho
901 S.W. Eighth St., Miami, FL 33130
305.854.5954
Fast-served Colombian food
Daily 7:30 a.m.-8 p.m.
Price: $ | www.sanpocho.com

La Camaronera Restaurant & Fish Market
1952 W. Flagler St., Miami, 33135
305.642.3322
Cuban fish fry. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Price: $$ | www.lacamaronera.com

Garcia’s Seafood Grille & Fish Market
398 NW North River Dr., Miami, 33128
305.375.0765
Sit on the dock next to the Miami River and chow down on a freshly grilled Mahi sandwich. Daily. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Price: $$ | www.garciasseafoodgrill.com

Las Tapas de Rosa
449 S.W. Eighth St., Miami, 33130
305.856-9788
Small Spanish restaurant with some of the best tapas in town. Mon.-Tue. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; Wed.-Thur. 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Price: $$$ | www.tapasderosa.com

Mi Rinconcito Mexicano
1961 S.W. Eighth St., Miami, 33135
305.644.4015
Authentic Mexican food in Miami. Sun.-Thur. 9 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Price: $$

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