74. Kobe Burger at CG Burgers

It’s that time of year again 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.com74. Kobe Burger…

T.H.R.I.V.E.’s $20 Three-Course, Raw Vegan Weekend Brunch

The typical South Beach Sunday brunch often includes a bloody Mary/mimosa budget that hovers around $25. Tack on some half-cooked eggs slathered in glorified mayonnaise and some breakfast rib eye or butter-soaked French toast, and you’ve got yourself a $50 to $75 tab that serves only to postpone your weekend…

First Bite: Villa Azur Brings the South of France to SoBe

Villa Azur is striking, though familiar. Sixteen foot high drapes, reminiscent of those at the Delano welcome guests as they stroll into the open white doors.  White leather couches meet French country touches in the lounge/bar area, complete with stylish fireplaces built into the walls. White French doors open into…

75. Brie Mozzarella Sticks at The Local

It’s that time of year again 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.com75. Brie Mozzarella…

76. Paleta de Elote at La Michoacana Paleteria

It’s that time of year again 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.76. Paleta de…

Huahua’s: Todd Erickson’s New Taqueria

Haven’s executive chef Todd Erickson and owner Mike Boles, feel that there is a serious need for real Mexican tacos, currently lacking in their neighborhood.”We know from being in this area, that there are not a lot of options for fast dining for all the businesses and people living here,”…

Barceloneta Gives Its Own Perspective on Spanish Cuisine

Not so long ago, the South Beach dining scene was one big tourist trap of overpriced and overhyped restaurants. But then came the enterprising team of chefs Jose Mendin and Sergio Navarro and managing partner Andreas Schreiner, a crew that has been single-handedly filling the trendy zip code with value-fueled,…

Charlotte Bistro Closes (Again), but Another Comeback Looms

Charlotte Bistro has been a favorite of ours since chef-owner Elida Villarroel first brought her talents to Miracle Mile in 2009. The French bistro fare was always elegant and sublime, the signature chocolate soup was fab, and the eclectic décor was charming and cool (Best Restaurant for Intimate Conversation, 2010)…

77. Strawberry Fields Roll at I Love Sushi

It’s that time of year again 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.77. Strawberry Fields…

Sweet Tomatoes, Red Robin Coming to Miami

No longer will Miami fans of Sweet Tomatoes have to drive all the way to Broward, nor will Red Robin fans, because the salad buffet and gourmet burger outlets are both making their way to town.The new Sweet Tomatoes restaurant will be built in the Palms at Town & Country shopping center…

79. Pork Rillettes at Buena Vista Deli

It’s that time of year again 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.79. Pork Rillettes…

The Federal Swaps Lunch For Brunch

The Federal Food Drink & Provisions has decided to shutter lunch service and instead focus all of their attention on creating a spectacular Sunday brunch. Beginning next Sunday, March 18, you can get your duck eggs topped with crispy pig ears (just in time for soothing St. Patty’s Day hangovers).So…

Wynwood Food Truck Roundup Cancelled, Brad Knoefler Tattled

The Second Saturday Wynwood Artwalk food truck roundup has been cancelled for this month. Short Order learned about the cancellation from organizer/restaurateur Richard Hales, who said that the popular monthly food truck roundup was being shuttered due to a tip off to the City of Miami Zoning Department by another…

Chef Suvir Saran Serves Up Healthy Indian at Cafe Sambal

We just love it when chefs are imported from afar to bring a taste of something special to the table. Now through Sunday, chef Suvir Saran of NYC’s Dévi (the first ever Michelin-rated Indian restaurant stateside) is offering a special menu at Cafe Sambal, inspired by his recently published cookbook,…

The Federal Delivers Distinctive Dishes on Miami’s Biscayne Corridor

Aniece Meinhold and Cesar Zapata recently made waves via their popular pop-up, Phuc Yea! That Vietnamese venture, with Daniel Treiman as third partner, lasted some three months in the Ingraham Building downtown. Before that, the duo teamed for another short stint with equally compelling results at Blue Piano. At the…