43. Ackee Empanadas at Vegetarian Restaurant by Hakin

It’s that time of year when we count down to New Times’ Best of Miami 2012 issue in June. Until then, Short Order will serve up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. If you have any nominations of your own, please send them to cafe@miaminewtimes.com. 43. Ackee Empanadas…

44. Seafood Orgy at CVI.CHE 105

It’s that time of year when we count down to New Times’Best of Miami 2012 issue in June. Until then, Short Order will serve up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. If you have any nominations of your own, please send them to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.44. Seafood Orgy at CVI.CHE…

Charges Dropped in Frita Man Jean Beltran Assault Case

In a hearing yesterday, Miami-Dade Circuit Court Judge Migna Sanchez-Llorens dismissed charges against Frita Man owner Jean Beltran, closing the case with a “no action” disposition. Beltran was arrested April 9 after Grill Master Cafe food truck owner Raymond Delgado accused him of pulling a gun outside his home.According to…

Miami Restaurant Openings and Closings, April 2012

The return of Kevin Cory’s incredible Naoe and the debut of Josh’s Delicatessen & Appetizing were the most notable local openings in April. China Grill’s shuttering in South Beach was the big closure (although it will reopen in Brickell). Other than that, our list of exciting establishments to come keeps growing…

When the Rain Stops: Rusty Pelican Happy Hour?

Executive chef Michael Gilligan is at the helm of the new kitchen at the landmark Rusty Pelican on the Rickenbacker Causeway. The $7 million in recent renovations include a tranquil feng shui fountain at the entrance, new décor throughout the two-story building, and a wine cellar that greets guests as they…

45. Rio Acai Bowl at Apple a Day

It’s that time of year when we count down to New Times’ Best of Miami 2012 issue in June. Until then, Short Order will serve up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. If you have any nominations of your own, please send them to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.45. The Rio Acai…

Symcha’s Sure Looks Closed

There is no sign on the window announcing closure, but Symcha’s hasn’t been open for business during at least the past four nights, and no one has answered the phone. I snapped these photos Sunday, at an hour when the restaurant was supposed to be serving dinner. Looks like it’s…

46. Aji Amarillo Ceviche at My Ceviche

It’s that time of year when we count down to New Times’ Best of Miami 2012 issue in June. Until then, Short Order will serve up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. If you have any nominations of your own, please send them to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.46. Aji Amarillo Ceviche…

47. Lunch Boat Special at Benihana

It’s that time of year when we count down to New Times’ Best of Miami 2012 issue in June. Until then, Short Order will serve up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. If you have any nominations of your own, please send them to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.47. Lunch Boat Special…

Kokoriko Natural Rotisserie Celebrates Opening With 50 Percent Off Deal

Kokoriko Natural Rotisserie, a fast-casual restaurant, has opened in Brickell, bringing Colombian-style chicken and sides to Miami. If the name sounds familiar, it’s because Kokoriko Chicken has been open in South Miami for years. Both restaurants are owned by the same parent company, by the way. The difference, we’re told,…

48. Victoria Station at The News Lounge

It’s that time of year when we count down to New Times’ Best of Miami 2012 issue in June. Until then, Short Order will serve up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. If you have any nominations of your own, please send them to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.48. Victoria Station at…

Juvia: Too Many Cooks in the Kitchen

Juvia sits on the penthouse level of the Herzog & de Meuron-designed building at 1111 Lincoln Rd. like a sparkling jewel set in concrete. After a brief elevator ride, guests step into an open-air dining room with vertical gardens designed by Patrick Blanc. The rest of the space is defined…

Vinos in the Grove: A New Wine Bar With a Key West Vibe

Clayton and Valerie Chelley were looking for a location to open a second wine bar. After only 16 months in business, their first, Vinos on Duval in Key West, already had a loyal following of locals looking for an oasis of tranquility in one of America’s most famous party towns.”We…

49. Oyster Pan Stew at Tuyo

It’s that time of year when we count down to New Times’ Best of Miami 2012 issue in June. Until then, Short Order will serve up 100 of our favorite dishes in the 305. If you have any nominations of your own, please send them to cafe@miaminewtimes.com.49. Oyster Pan Stew…

Angie’s: No Cupcake in a Jar Scandal Here

Angie Padilla wasn’t aware of the insane story about the confiscated cupcake-in-a-jar that dominated the news for a brief minute back in December. When the story broke about Rebecca Hains having her jarred cupcake confiscated by TSA officials in Las Vegas, Angie was too busy making her cake-in-a-jar as a…

Josh’s Deli: Reubens, Jewbans, and More

Josh’s Delicatessen and Appetizing,  in the old Chow Down Grill Surfside location, is just right for the spot.In an effort to bring the old Jewish-deli concept back where, surprisingly, there isn’t one like it, Josh Marcus and his second in command, Jason Suttmiller, offer all the favorites: pastrami, corned beef,…

Kings County Pizza Sells Da Real Brooklyn Slice

Brooklyn is located in Kings County, New York, and Kings County Pizza is located in North Miami Beach. The small slice of a restaurant is owned by a couple with roots in Queens and Long Island, but the pizza is touted as “Brooklyn’s Finest.” I’m not sure I’d go that…