Guidebook for Miami

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Guidebook for Miami

Food Scene

Well curated food hall in Miami's neighborhood of the moment Little River.
The original which is now in SoHo Houses. Many cite Mandolin as their favorite restaurant.
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Mandolin Aegean Bistro
4312 NE 2nd Ave
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The original which is now in SoHo Houses. Many cite Mandolin as their favorite restaurant.
James Beard award winning chef. Ground zero for making the Design District cool. If you do valet parking, make sure to request a free Design District souvenir umbrella.
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Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MIAMI
130 NE 40th St
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James Beard award winning chef. Ground zero for making the Design District cool. If you do valet parking, make sure to request a free Design District souvenir umbrella.
Terrific sandwiches using Zak's bread and salads using local produce. A mix of the best of deli, Israeli, and vegetarian cuisine. Also a fun place to see Wynwood hipsters mix with modern Orthodox Jews.
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Zak the Baker DELI
295 NW 26th St
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Terrific sandwiches using Zak's bread and salads using local produce. A mix of the best of deli, Israeli, and vegetarian cuisine. Also a fun place to see Wynwood hipsters mix with modern Orthodox Jews.
Miami outpost of what New York Times food critic considered the best pizza place in the U.S. Eat pizza at Lucali and then go get an espresso at the Sunset Harbor Panther Coffee location.
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Lucali
1930 Bay Rd
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Miami outpost of what New York Times food critic considered the best pizza place in the U.S. Eat pizza at Lucali and then go get an espresso at the Sunset Harbor Panther Coffee location.
Grilled dolphin sandwich and fries, please. It's what the owner eats.
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Garcia's Seafood Grille & Fish Market
398 NW N River Dr
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Grilled dolphin sandwich and fries, please. It's what the owner eats.
Fried shrimp or fried fish sandwich. Used to have more character when it was just a counter, but the food is exactly the same and it is the best.
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La Camaronera Seafood Joint and Fish Market
1952 W Flagler St
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Fried shrimp or fried fish sandwich. Used to have more character when it was just a counter, but the food is exactly the same and it is the best.
If you can't travel to Barcelona, but want to eat food and drink wine like you are there, go to Xixon.
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Xixón Spanish Restaurant
2101 SW 22nd St
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If you can't travel to Barcelona, but want to eat food and drink wine like you are there, go to Xixon.
Venezuelan chocolate shop. Best chocolatier in Miami.
Romanicos Chocolate
2337 Coral Way
Venezuelan chocolate shop. Best chocolatier in Miami.
Miami's best artisanal butcher. Buy some sausages to cook at the guest house on the cooktop.
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Proper Sausages
9722 NE 2nd Ave
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Miami's best artisanal butcher. Buy some sausages to cook at the guest house on the cooktop.
If you would like to experience authentic Haitian food, try Naomi's.
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Naomi's Garden Restaurant & Lounge
650 NW 71st St
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If you would like to experience authentic Haitian food, try Naomi's.
All of the local farmers tell me that this is their favorite restaurant. They all marvel at the different ways that Cake Thai makes use of what they grow. Will soon move to its new space in Shorecrest District to Wynwood.
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Cake Thai Kitchen Biscayne
7919 Biscayne Blvd
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All of the local farmers tell me that this is their favorite restaurant. They all marvel at the different ways that Cake Thai makes use of what they grow. Will soon move to its new space in Shorecrest District to Wynwood.
Outpost of chic Buenos Aires bistro. Go for good steaks and empanadas and to see the Latin American Brickell professional scene.
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Novecento
900 Brickell Ave
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Outpost of chic Buenos Aires bistro. Go for good steaks and empanadas and to see the Latin American Brickell professional scene.
Best place to buy pizza by the slice in Miami. If you want just a slice, go here. Rumor is that Steve uses grape jelly in his pizza sauce and that's what makes it so delicious. Hasn't changed in over 30 years.
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Steve's Pizza
12101 Biscayne Blvd
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Best place to buy pizza by the slice in Miami. If you want just a slice, go here. Rumor is that Steve uses grape jelly in his pizza sauce and that's what makes it so delicious. Hasn't changed in over 30 years.
Very Design District feel. Perfect place for a healthy breakfast with bread from Zak the Baker and terrariums from Plant the Future. Terrific coffee. Very short walk from the guest house.
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OTL
160 NE 40th St
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Very Design District feel. Perfect place for a healthy breakfast with bread from Zak the Baker and terrariums from Plant the Future. Terrific coffee. Very short walk from the guest house.
Because this where my family takes out of town guests for an authentic Cuban meal and the Miami Cuban experience. Always a fun time dining with family and friends at the historic Versailles.
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Versailles Cuban Bakery
3501 SW 8th St
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Because this where my family takes out of town guests for an authentic Cuban meal and the Miami Cuban experience. Always a fun time dining with family and friends at the historic Versailles.
This is where I go to buy a pie for a celebration. Fireman Derek began with a specialty in key lime pies and now has an incredible selection of pies which are purchased by the slice. If you want a nearby place for dessert and are not interested in ice cream, this is the place to go. Also happens to be in Wynwood and gives you a feel for the Wynwood scene.
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Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop
2545 N Miami Ave
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This is where I go to buy a pie for a celebration. Fireman Derek began with a specialty in key lime pies and now has an incredible selection of pies which are purchased by the slice. If you want a nearby place for dessert and are not interested in ice cream, this is the place to go. Also happens to be in Wynwood and gives you a feel for the Wynwood scene.
Of all the South Florida Israeli pita places, this is the best place to go for authentic Israeli food, a mix of Eastern European, Middle Eastern, French and British pub. The scene is terrific too with fancy Latin American Jewish families vacationing in Aventura and Sunny Isles and Israeli laborers happily dining together.
Etzel Itzik Deli
18757 Dixie Hwy
Of all the South Florida Israeli pita places, this is the best place to go for authentic Israeli food, a mix of Eastern European, Middle Eastern, French and British pub. The scene is terrific too with fancy Latin American Jewish families vacationing in Aventura and Sunny Isles and Israeli laborers happily dining together.
All Day is on the must-visit list for both its cold brew and the scene. For me, it displaces Panther. This place is one of the coolest coffee shops I've ever been.
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ALL DAY
1035 N Miami Ave
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All Day is on the must-visit list for both its cold brew and the scene. For me, it displaces Panther. This place is one of the coolest coffee shops I've ever been.
Food Hall in the Design District that is an incubator for emerging chefs.
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St. Roch Market Miami
140 NE 39th St
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Food Hall in the Design District that is an incubator for emerging chefs.
Ice cream store by Alter's pastry chef Soraya Kilgore.
Madlab creamery
140 NE 39th St
Ice cream store by Alter's pastry chef Soraya Kilgore.
Original owners and creators of famed Buena Vista Deli return to Buena Vista with the best croissants, quiches and French pastries in Miami.
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Cafe Creme
5010 Northeast 2nd Avenue
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Original owners and creators of famed Buena Vista Deli return to Buena Vista with the best croissants, quiches and French pastries in Miami.
Considered by many best local place to get a Cuban sandwich.
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Enriqueta's Sandwich Shop
186 NE 29th St
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Considered by many best local place to get a Cuban sandwich.
Close to the house, easy parking and much less crowded than the original Panther. I now prefer this location to the original.
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Panther Coffee Lab and Roastery - Little Haiti
5934 NW 2nd Ave
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Close to the house, easy parking and much less crowded than the original Panther. I now prefer this location to the original.
Authentic Haitian cuisine within walking distance from guest house. Often featured on travel programs.
Chez Le Bebe
114 NE 54th St
Authentic Haitian cuisine within walking distance from guest house. Often featured on travel programs.
Well curated food hall in Miami's neighborhood of the moment Little River. One can find satellites of premier Miami restaurants.
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The Citadel
8300 NE 2nd Ave
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Well curated food hall in Miami's neighborhood of the moment Little River. One can find satellites of premier Miami restaurants.
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Cindy Lou's Cookies
7320 NE 2nd Ave
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Sandwiches, snacks, desserts and coffee from Mandolin.
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Mrs Mandolin
7301 Biscayne Blvd
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Sandwiches, snacks, desserts and coffee from Mandolin.
Modern Indian-American with locally grown food.
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Ghee Indian Kitchen
8965 SW 72nd Pl
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Modern Indian-American with locally grown food.
Modern French ice cream parlor in the Design District.
Frohzen
151 NE 41st St
Modern French ice cream parlor in the Design District.
Go just to try an ice cream version of an Argentine alfajor. It is the specialty of the house and it is absolutely amazing!
Below zero Miami
375 Northeast 54th Street
Go just to try an ice cream version of an Argentine alfajor. It is the specialty of the house and it is absolutely amazing!

Drinks & Nightlife

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The Anderson
709 NE 79th St
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Japanese cocktails at a stunning bar within easy walking distance.
Kaido Miami
151 NE 41st St
Japanese cocktails at a stunning bar within easy walking distance.

Arts & Culture

On his arrival to Miami, ICA Miami chief curator Alex Gartenfeld escorted me on a group trip through the first Frieze in New York City. He is the real deal and has an amazing eye. I miss Bonnie Clearwater, but Alex is good.
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Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami
61 NE 41st St
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On his arrival to Miami, ICA Miami chief curator Alex Gartenfeld escorted me on a group trip through the first Frieze in New York City. He is the real deal and has an amazing eye. I miss Bonnie Clearwater, but Alex is good.
Edgiest art institution in Miami.
Locust Projects
297 N Miami Ave
Edgiest art institution in Miami.
Cutting edge art gallery in Miami, representing Agustina Woodgate, Antonia Wright and Santiago Rubino, among others.
Spinello Projects
2930 Northwest 7th Avenue
Cutting edge art gallery in Miami, representing Agustina Woodgate, Antonia Wright and Santiago Rubino, among others.
Herzog & de Meuron designed contemporary art museum with stunning views of Port of Miami. Make sure to check out the Zaha Hadid building being constructed across the street. To me, it looks like a giant spine.
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佩雷斯藝術博物館邁阿密
1103 Biscayne Blvd
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Herzog & de Meuron designed contemporary art museum with stunning views of Port of Miami. Make sure to check out the Zaha Hadid building being constructed across the street. To me, it looks like a giant spine.
Seeing Vizcaya is like getting to take a tour of the Titanic. My favorite part of the house is its swimming pool. Stunning views of Biscayne Bay.
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維斯卡雅博物館和花園
3251 S Miami Ave
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Seeing Vizcaya is like getting to take a tour of the Titanic. My favorite part of the house is its swimming pool. Stunning views of Biscayne Bay.
New York City Ballet's edgier little sister.
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Miami City Ballet
2200 Liberty Ave
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New York City Ballet's edgier little sister.

Entertainment & Activities

This is where I go to see Spanish and Latin American movies and practice my Spanish. Don't worry, everything is subtitled. Also shows independent films. Operated by Miami Dade College. It is in the heart of Little Havana. After the movie, simply cross the street and get ice cream at Azucar Ice Cream Company.
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Tower Theater
1508 SW 8th St
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This is where I go to see Spanish and Latin American movies and practice my Spanish. Don't worry, everything is subtitled. Also shows independent films. Operated by Miami Dade College. It is in the heart of Little Havana. After the movie, simply cross the street and get ice cream at Azucar Ice Cream Company.
Because it shows the newest in independent cinema and is across the street from the independent bookseller Books & Books.
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Coral Gables
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Because it shows the newest in independent cinema and is across the street from the independent bookseller Books & Books.
If you want to go to the pool for the day, instead of the beach, the iconic Vagabond Hotel has $20 day passes for locals. Great place to swim laps or relax by a really nice pool with no little kids.
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Vagabond Hotel
7301 Biscayne Blvd
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If you want to go to the pool for the day, instead of the beach, the iconic Vagabond Hotel has $20 day passes for locals. Great place to swim laps or relax by a really nice pool with no little kids.
Because it has a three story aquarium, laser light show and planetarium.
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Miami Museum Of Science & Plane
3280 S Miami Ave
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Because it has a three story aquarium, laser light show and planetarium.
If you want to take a swim, this public pool is right on the Miami River with good parking. Incredible views of the working riverfront while swimming laps.
Jose Marti Gym
434 SW 3rd Ave
If you want to take a swim, this public pool is right on the Miami River with good parking. Incredible views of the working riverfront while swimming laps.
Nearest public pool for swimming laps and diving. Lots of swim clubs use this olympic size pool for training.
Hadley Pool
4800 NW 12th Ave
Nearest public pool for swimming laps and diving. Lots of swim clubs use this olympic size pool for training.

Essentials

Kim cleans the costumes for Miami City Ballet.
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Kim's Valet Cleaners
5126 Biscayne Blvd
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Kim cleans the costumes for Miami City Ballet.
Making nail art highbrow. Miami branch of New York nail art salon. Visiting international nail artists.
Vanity Projects Miami
530 NE 41st St
Making nail art highbrow. Miami branch of New York nail art salon. Visiting international nail artists.
Thierry Mas is no mas. Hermina now runs the show. This is the salon where you can see former NBA players, British nobility and Real Housewives sitting quietly.
Thierry Mas Salon
1935 West Ave
Thierry Mas is no mas. Hermina now runs the show. This is the salon where you can see former NBA players, British nobility and Real Housewives sitting quietly.
Anna Alvarez is a former professional ballet dancer. She is in charge of continuing education for the Pilates Method Alliance, the foremost Pilates professional organization. Take a group reformer or mat class.
Pilates Miami Shores
10787 Biscayne Blvd
Anna Alvarez is a former professional ballet dancer. She is in charge of continuing education for the Pilates Method Alliance, the foremost Pilates professional organization. Take a group reformer or mat class.
Take a single class in Miami City Ballet School's Community Division. Open to the public. You will likely see company members passing you in the hall.
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Miami City Ballet
2200 Liberty Ave
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Take a single class in Miami City Ballet School's Community Division. Open to the public. You will likely see company members passing you in the hall.
Premier personal training gym in Miami. If you want specialized, knowledgable personal training, book a session while you are in Miami. I use Elise Caldwell, a former Division I lacrosse player, to train, Strong chance you will see an off-season professional basketball or football player training with one of the staff.
DBC Fitness
3850 NE 2nd Ave
Premier personal training gym in Miami. If you want specialized, knowledgable personal training, book a session while you are in Miami. I use Elise Caldwell, a former Division I lacrosse player, to train, Strong chance you will see an off-season professional basketball or football player training with one of the staff.
Nearby exercise studio. Classes are 30 minutes on a Versa climber. Beautiful Miami people, barely dressed, getting sweaty to good music.
Rise Nation Miami
3814 NE 1st Ave
Nearby exercise studio. Classes are 30 minutes on a Versa climber. Beautiful Miami people, barely dressed, getting sweaty to good music.
Finest yoga studio in neighborhood.
Ahana Yoga
43 NE 38th St
Finest yoga studio in neighborhood.

Sightseeing

The stadium is recognized as an architectural masterpiece by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. It was named to the National Trust’s 11 Most Endangered List in 2009.
Miami Marine Stadium
3501 Rickenbacker Causeway
The stadium is recognized as an architectural masterpiece by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. It was named to the National Trust’s 11 Most Endangered List in 2009.
Herzog & de Meuron's brutalist parking garage. Compare it to the Arquitectonica designed movie theater across Lincoln Road and then take a stroll down Lincoln Road stopping at Books & Books.
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1111 Lincoln Rd
1695 Alton Road
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Herzog & de Meuron's brutalist parking garage. Compare it to the Arquitectonica designed movie theater across Lincoln Road and then take a stroll down Lincoln Road stopping at Books & Books.

Parks & Nature

A protected tropical hardwood hammock. What Miami looked like before it was developed.
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Simpson Park
55 SW 17th Rd
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A protected tropical hardwood hammock. What Miami looked like before it was developed.
Beautiful place to picnic with views of Biscayne Bay. Walk path along Rickenbacker Causeway and take a dip, then have a picnic in Alice Wainwright Park.
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愛麗絲溫萊特公園
2901 Brickell Ave
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Beautiful place to picnic with views of Biscayne Bay. Walk path along Rickenbacker Causeway and take a dip, then have a picnic in Alice Wainwright Park.
Beautiful, peaceful park right on the bay where you can walk or jog.
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晨邊公園
750 NE 55th Terrace
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Beautiful, peaceful park right on the bay where you can walk or jog.