Whether alfresco, indoors or both, these three new and forthcoming spots tell us the food hall remains as popular as ever.
Okeydokey will have various dining and seating spots when it opens this fall in Brickell.
Okeydokey
Set to open this fall in Brickell, Okeydokey will offer three floors of sustenance and experiences that change depending on the time. During the day, visitors will encounter yoga sessions, various pop-ups, brunch on Sundays and influencer seminars; nighttime brings live performances from jazz ensembles, Latin bands and sets from visiting DJs. The best show for true foodies, however, will be the kitchen action, which will be there for all to see thanks to the venue’s layout. Choices include dim sum, sushi and sashimi from Tanuki, homemade pastas from Dal Plin, hot bowls or refreshing poke from Yoso Ramen, rotisserie offerings from Little Bird by Doce Provisions and Mediterranean bites from chef Yaniv Cohen at Jaffa. We’re betting on both Jaffa for its turmeric cauliflower and Dal Plin for its truffle fettuccine. 268 SW Eighth St., Miami, okeydokey.com
The interior of Huacachina
Steak bao buns from Buya
The Oasis
A (mostly) alfresco take on the food hall concept, The Oasis brings entertainment and shopping to the mix with weekly live performances and retail popups throughout the year. This venue from Coyo Taco and 1-800-Lucky founders Erik Rutter and David Weitz boasts 35,000 square feet on which six local and New York venues serve their specialties from shipping containers resembling food trucks. On the menu here are Italian sandwiches from Alidoro, dumplings from Buya, fried chicken sandwiches from Chikin, Mediterranean bites from Mr. Mandolin, tacos from Los Buenos and pies featuring dough made with New York City water (purists say it makes a difference) from Prince Street Pizza. After a slice and some gyoza, late-night types will no doubt check out Huacachina, the craft cocktails lounge nestled in the back of the property. 2335 N. Miami Ave., Miami, oasiswynwood.com
One of the many dining areas at Delray Beach Market
Sweets from LoveLee Bakeshop
Delray Beach Market
With 150,000 square feet, 25-plus local and regional eateries spread out over four floors, and a rotating roster of pop-up vendors, Delray Beach Market is worth the I-95 trek. In addition to the gastronomic spots, DBM also houses a European-style market for pantry goods, pastas, seafood and produce, as well as a show kitchen for culinary presentations, and the surf shop Nomad. An outdoor seating area ensures the venue’s appeal come fall and winter. Highlights here include delicatessen staples from Big T’s, New York-style pies from Salvo’s Pizzeria, smoked meats from Surry Co. Smoke House, seafood specialties from Tip to Tail by Third Wind Seafood, vegan everything from Roots, artisanal pastas from Sorella’s, hand rolls and sake from Tekka Bar and authentic Indian from Tiffin Box. Delray Beach Market’s Central Bar is the ideal spot for deciding a plan of action with a build-your-own bloody mary. 33 SE Third Ave., Delray Beach, delraybeachmarket.com
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