Restaurants

Since its opening in 2010, Lester’s in Wynwood has been a big part of Miami’s literary scene.

Chef and prolific restaurateur Gaston Acurio is launching La Mar at the Mandarin Oriental in December. The upscale restaurant will feature novo-Andean and Asian-Peruvian cuisines. Diego Oka, formerly of La Mar Cebicheria Peruana in San Francisco, will helm the kitchen. He has worked with Acurio for more than a decade…

Batch Gastropub is preparing for an early December opening, which is good news indeed for partners Kevin Danilo and Jerry Flynn, who have been working on bringing their vision of a true gastropub to Miami for years now. On a recent visit, Danilo and Flynn were putting the finishing touches…

At Bulldog Barbecue and Burger in North Miami, chef Howie Kleinberg consistently crosses the line between traditional and innovative. And this style is embodied perfectly in his pulled pork eggs benedict ($14). This brunch classic comes with a twist. It pairs an English muffin with pulled pork and a poached…

The best neighborhood Italian restaurants offer good food, fresh pasta, reasonable prices, and a homey environment. Primo Trattoria Italiana in North Miami proffers all of these. It boasts a hefty menu featuring pizza, pasta, and main courses. You might notice the teenage boy pictured on the menu. He’s the son…

On a recent weekday night, I was thankful even to be granted a table at Tap Tap, the Haitian restaurant on South Beach’s busy Fifth Street. My forehead wet and my dank running shorts clinging to my body after a workout on South Pointe, I was underdressed, even by casual…

On this wind-lashed night, no one seems too worried about the weather. Palm trees rock like giant, spindly knitting needles outside Bar Crudo, a tiny restaurant in the condo-crammed South of Fifth neighborhood. Inside, the spunky bartender with a Buddhist tattoo on her back asks a couple for their first…

Thanksgiving can be rough for vegans. Even side dishes tend to be packed with animal products, like chicken broth and heavy cream. But expend a little effort, and it’s not as tough as you might imagine to concoct a cruelty-free menu. Short Order’s own Camille Lamb is the Whole Foods…

Last Friday, SuViche’s third outpost opened in Wynwood. And in Miami, the pisco bar is the first of its kind. Short Order sampled some new drinks and menu items. Check out the pictures after the jump. See also: SuViche to Open in Wynwood on November 15…

On this wind-lashed night, no one seems too worried about the weather. Palm trees rock like giant, spindly knitting needles outside Bar Crudo, a tiny restaurant in the condo-crammed South of Fifth neighborhood. Inside, the spunky bartender with a Buddhist tattoo on her back asks a couple for their first…

Michelle Bernstein will be very busy during this year’s Art Basel. The James Beard Award-winning chef will not only operate two pop-ups at Miami Beach Botanical Garden, but she will also be the official caterer for Art Basel events. See also: Michael Schwartz to Open Pop-Up Caf� at Design Miami…

Don’t you just love it when chefs team up and host collaborative dinners? That’s the premise behind Tongue & Cheek’s Kitchen Collab series. Past events have showcased Clay Conley and Lindsay Autry, who joined Tongue & Cheek’s Jamie DeRosa in cooking multi-course meals. This Wednesday marks the end of the…

The sweet plantains are sliced, deep-fried, and then jammed inside an arepa alongside stewed black beans. The beans — simmered with onions, red peppers, and cilantro — are vegan. The corn cake? It’s also vegan. And those greasy, delicious maduros are vegan too. See also: Miami’s Top Ten Hidden Gems…

Bobby’s Burger Palace (BBP), celebrity chef Bobby Flay’s version of a classic burger joint from days gone by, will officially open at Dadeland Mall on Friday, December 6, after months of anticipation. BBP will be located in Dadeland’s new wing, on the second level (directly above the Microsoft store). Fans…

Thanksgiving is approaching, which means Black Friday shopping hysteria is also upon us. The Village of Merrick Park might try to soothe you with holiday tunes and a decorated tree, but sometimes that’s just not enough. Before you pop a Xanax, know this: There’s a sweet spot at this fancy…

Located on a quiet street in Coral Gables, Francesco Restaurant is known for its pristine Peruvian dishes. It has outposts in two other countries: Peru and Argentina. And in Lima, it’s an institution. If you want to try a beautiful dish, try Francesco’s squid ink risotto with shrimp and aj�…

Sushi Maki has been around for 13 years. Now the environmentally conscious restaurant chain is rolling out a new menu. Last night, Short Order attended a tasting party showcasing Sushi Maki’s novel eats. Pictures of everything we sampled are after the jump. See also: Miami’s Ten Best Soups…

Fashion maven Roberto Cavalli is best known for his exotic prints and curve-hugging jeans, but the Florentine designer is also a restaurateur with restaurant/clubs in Milan and Dubai. Both locations offer glittering, Studio 54-esque experiences, Italian cuisine, and celebrity appearances by the likes of Mike Tyson and Paris Hilton. Miami…

During a recent visit to Palatino Jamaican Restaurant, my entr�e took longer to make it to the table than it took Food Network’s Sandra Lee, Anne Burrell, and Melissa D’Arabian to cook full meals onscreen. At this small Jamaican restaurant, there was more than an hour wait for lunch. During…

DB Bistro Moderne, the downtown restaurant owned by famed chef Daniel Boulud, is known for its lovely views, $34 burger, and delectable French dishes. But recently, something changed. In October, Jason Pringle — previously of the Michelin-starred Caf� Boulud in New York — took the reins as DB Bistro’s new…

Eating at a juice bar can be risky. Most places master only one kitchen tool: the blender. But Jungle Juice in Sunny Isles thinks beyond the Vitamix. It offers healthful wraps, salads, pitas, sandwiches, and burgers. And on Thursdays, you can try their their carb-free lasagna special…

Mina’s Mediterraneo opened a few months ago but feels like it’s been around for years. You could credit the food, which features cozy dishes like mac ‘n’ cheese, coq au vin, and spaghetti Bolognese. Or perhaps it’s the setting — a refurbished Haitian church on the Upper Eastside’s NE 79th…