South of Miami’s skyscrapers and hustle and bustle is Kendall. While not many South Floridians travel to Kendall to explore, the urban-suburban neighborhood is home to an expansive list of hidden treasures. Visitors to the area can get their country farm-fix during the day and enjoy a rising culinary and party scene at night. Here is how to spend a day in Kendall, Florida, from start to finish.
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6474 W Flagler St. / Website
Start your morning off right with authentic Cuban fare at Karla Cuban Bakery. The Flagler Street cafe has spent three generations perfecting its dough to offer guests the best pastries and Cuban sandwiches in Kendall. Enjoy one of the many pastelitos Cubanos with a cup of authentic coffee to totally ease into the day.
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12100 SW 43rd St. / Website
Aguacate Sanctuary of Love is a true escape from city life. On an acre of land, the nature retreat is a getaway for the heart and soul with offerings of meditation, organic living, spiritual connection, holistic practices, homegrown fruits and vegetables, adorable animals, and an irresistible menu of Latin-inspired vegan food. A visit to the sanctuary will help you connect with nature in a rural landscape of “love.”
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11800 Mills Drive
Paris isn’t the only spot to gaze upon lovers’ promises; Kendall has its own Love Lock Bridge at the shops in Kendall. Home to many engagement proposals, the bridge is covered in personalized locks to symbolize your love. Latch your lock onto the bridge and throw the key in the water to have a piece of your devotion forever in Florida. If you’re not in a love-locking relationship.
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7535 N Kendall Drive / Website
A hub of fashion and dining destinations, Dadeland Mall draws many visitors to Kendall with more than 185 retail stores and restaurants. With 1.4 million square feet, there is something for everyone at your party. Shopping is at an all-time high here with Florida’s largest Macy’s, Saks Fifth Avenue, JCPenny, and much more. With so many options, there is no estimate for how long you will be browsing; if you get hungry, food options are endless. Celebrated restaurants such as Earls Kitchen + Bar, Texas de Brazil, Aoki Teppanyaki, and more are situated here, offering all the flavors you could dream about.
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11790 SW 104th St. / Website
Tacos & Tattoos is a beloved spot for authentic and unique recipes. With multiple locations in South Florida, Tacos & Tattoos has the kind of food that will leave you craving it for the rest of the meal. But it isn’t just the food that makes the restaurant a go-to; the family-run business creates its craft beer that compliments any dish. The vibes here are unbeatable; community-inspired art done by local artists lines the walls of the eatery, making it a true beacon of Kendall.
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14690 SW 26th St. / Website
Stop into Finka Table & Tap for the perfect happy hour drinks before the night ahead. Finka is a great spot to recollect after a busy day with food, curated cocktails, and a speakeasy-style interior. Try the I Love You So Matcha with Roku gin, lemon juice, yuzu juice, matcha, tea, coconut cream, orgeat syrup, and cherry vanilla bark bitters.
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11715 Sherri Lane / Website
Nationally acclaimed chef, Chef Adrianne, has earned numerous accolades and recognitions for her innovative and delectable dishes. With many eateries across South Florida, Chef Adrianne’s Vineyard Restaurant & Bar is yet another space where her talents shine through in each carefully curated offering. Guests of the Kendall restaurant can enjoy favorites like the Brown Sugar Alaska Salmon, the 24-Hour Braised Prime Beef Short Rib, or the Maple Leaf Farms Duck Breast.
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8405 Mills Drive STE 208 / Website
Newly opened, Tucandela Bar Kendall is yet another enstallment of Tucandela Bar nightlife in South Florida. This is the ideal place to party with Kendall locals after exploring their community all day. Don’t let Downtown Miami have all the fun; with live music, drinks, and red lights, Tucandela Bar Kendall is an upbeat party you don’t want to miss out on.
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