From lounges to dessert shops, here are 10 hot spots that just touched down in Miami.
Sunshine State of Mind cocktail from Mezcalista. PHOTO COURTESY OF VENUES
Aubi & Ramsa
Just steps from Wynwood Walls, this venue’s main (and only) attraction is boozy ice cream. Our suggestion: The Highland Truffle, made with Macallan aged 12 years. 106 NW 25th St., Miami, aubiramsa.com
The entrance at Mezcalista. PHOTO COURTESY OF VENUES
BackRoom
Even the pickles are made in-house at this new vegetarian Indian spot, where menu standouts include the BackRoom Burger and the Spicy Trick-in Sandwich. Bites are meant to be paired with signature cocktails made with in-house syrups. 1766 Bay Road, Miami Beach, 305.763.8948
Guava berry pie from Fireman Derek’s Bakeshop Wynwood. PHOTO COURTESY OF VENUES
Fireman Derek’s Bakeshop Wynwood
At this new outpost of his pie favorite, owner Derek Kaplan is upping the ante with not just his cakes and pies but also savory items and his very own line of handchurned ice cream inspired by the shop’s sweets. 2545 N. Miami Ave., Miami, 786.703.3623, firemandereks.com
Las Tapas
This new Gables entry offers a variety of Spanish cuisine classics—and plenty of vino to wash it all down with. The gambas al ajillo are a must. 276 Alhambra Circle, Coral Gables, 786.877.9609
The bar and wine shelves at Vinya. PHOTO COURTESY OF VENUES
Maia House
Did you say brunch? Maia offers a Mexican take on the Sunday ritual with selections such as chilaquiles with spicy mango and huevos motulenos with mole, beans and plantains. For cocktails, look no further than The Grass, a concoction of gin, fresh cucumber, homemade lemon, elder flower liqueur and tonic water that’s as refreshing as it is delicious. 2524 Le Jeune Road, Coral Gables, 786.244.6860, maiarestaurant.com
Margot Natural Wine Bar
In addition to the many pours that its name suggests, this venue is also an ideal spot for small plates such as salmon crudo, tuna tiradito and Parmesan drizzled with aged balsamic. 21 SE Second Ave., Miami, margotnaturalwinebar.com
Tacos from Oche. PHOTO COURTESY OF VENUES
Mezcalista
At this sexy, intimate lounge at the Moxy South Beach, there is an impressive selection of 100 mezcals and its popular derivative, tequila. Cocktail matters are mixologist Christian Rubio’s domain. His recipes make the most of Mexican herbs, fruits and spirits for drinks you’ll remember. 915 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 305.600.4292, marriott.com
Oche
Celebration is the name of the game at this establishment, a place for dart matches, elevated cuisine and craft cocktails. The menu from chefs Niels van Halen and Michael Lunga includes highlights such as sweet chile prawns mofongo and the wagyu burger with avocado and cheddar chipotle mayo. For drinks, you can’t go wrong with the tamarind sling. 200 S. Pointe Drive, Miami Beach, 240.421.1977, oche.com
Stuffed peppers from BackRoom. PHOTO COURTESY OF VENUES
Pollos & Jarras
From Peruvian restaurateur Juan Chipoco, this eatery is all about the South American country’s staples. Prime selections include the pollo a la brasa with crunchy french fries and the filet mignon lomo ensaltado. 1237 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, pollosyjarras.com
Vinya
Nicholas Garcia, Allegra Angelo and Mauricio Garavano bring their love for the vine to Key Biscayne with this wine bar created with today’s consumers in mind. In addition to its stellar wine selection, chef Mariano Araya’s menu offers a variety of light bites with a strong emphasis on seafood. 328 Crandon Blvd., Key Biscayne, vinyawine.com
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