May 2019 Miami Restaurants Openings and Closings

Miami’s dining scene exploded in May, when several of the city’s best chefs opened much-anticipated eateries. Brad Kilgore’s Ember debuted in the Design District, and Coconut Grove saw the addition of Michael Schwartz’s Tigertail + Mary. Sadly, the city lost several fine establishments, including the Wynwood Yard and Soyka. This month, Miami looks forward to the opening of Spanglish by Cocktail Cartel and Giorgio Rapicavoli, as well as Boia De, by the owners of La Pollita.

Miami’s Best Eats and Drinks This Week: Domino Night, Movie-Inspired Cocktails, and Seven-Hour Happy Hour

This week, La Placita hosts domino night with live music, cigar rolling, and a La Lechonera pop-up, while Fi’lia South Beach offers a seven-hour happy hour with food and drink specials. Plus, Food Network’s Best Baker in America returns Monday with two South Florida contestants, and Boulud Sud serves movie-inspired cocktails. Food Network’s…

Fontainebleau Stripsteak Chef Resigns After He Was Seen Wearing Proud Boys Gear

William Crandall, the Miami chef who sparked national controversy after he was seen at a recent food event wearing a shirt bearing the logo of the controversial alt-right Proud Boys, has resigned from his position as chef de cuisine of Stripsteak, celebrity chef Michael Mina’s posh steakhouse inside the Fontainebleau Miami Beach, according to hotel spokesman Larry Carrino.

Spirits Professional Benjamin Carlotto to Be Remembered at Memorial Tonight

The Miami hospitality community once again has lost one of its own. Benjamin Carlotto, 44, passed away May 23. The city’s bar community has taken to social media to mourn the loss. Cocktail Cartel’s Hector Acevedo posted, “I’m mourning and celebrating the time we shared together. Your life was a gift to the world. We talked about a future together. Dear brother, your memory will never fade. Rest In Peace.”

Tony Albelo’s Quirky Sense of Humor Is Transforming Wynwood

It was one day before April Fool’s, but this was no prank. Around 7 p.m. March 31, 2012, the Miami Entertainment Complex on NW 14th Street was filled with smoke. Chefs from about 30 restaurants had fired up grills inside the giant warehouse for a burger event called the Grind…

Cibo Wine Bar Closes South Beach Location

Cibo Wine Bar closed its South Beach location, serving its last glass of wine this past Sunday night. The bar opened back in 2013 in the tony South of Fifth neighborhood and quickly because a go-to spot for both well-heeled residents of nearby condos and tourists — all drawn to…

UPDATE: Honeybee Doughnuts, Bulla Gastrobar Will Up the Falls’ Food Game

Honeybee Doughnuts is poised to open a second shop at the Falls Shopping Center.The first Honeybee Doughnuts opened in South Miami almost exactly three years ago with owner Karen Muirhead, a corporate executive with a dream, decided to finally open a small shop featuring baked good made with buttermilk, honey, and organic butter in many recipes. “That really makes them amazing,” she says. “It makes a difference in how things are going to taste. I’m trying to go for the highest-quality ingredients possible.”

Iconic Restaurant Soyka Announces Closing Date

One of Miami’s most iconic restaurants has announced its closing date. Soyka, one of the first eateries in Miami to open north of the Design District, will shut its doors after dinner service Thursday, May 30, closing the books on restaurateur Mark Soyka’s eponymous dining concept.

Miami’s Cocktail Scene Hits Kendall With Abi Maria

Kendall finally has its own craft cocktail bar.  Located in Downtown Dadeland, Jorgie Ramos of Barley, opened Abi Maria, as an ode to his Cuban heritage and two of the most important women in his life. The bar, named after his mother, who is known to her grandchildren as Abi, and his own grandmother Maria, is a love letter to the days of Cuba’s past. “Abi Maria is a dream come true and the result of a lot of hard work,” said Ramos.