Discover Coral Gables' Best Kept Foodie Secrets
The Restaurant Guide
Rosa Sky Cocktail Bar - High above the city in the heart of Downtown Miami! The view that keeps on giving 💗 Rosa Sky was nominated in "Best of Miami" poll for “Best Cocktails”, "Best Happy Hour", and "Best Rooftop Dining". Check it out!
Dish Miami
For a contemporary and adventurous dining experience that will wow the in-laws, Kojin in Coral Gables is an excellent choice. This modern American restaurant with Japanese flair boasts a menu that’s both innovative and approachable, featuring dishes that showcase a masterful blend of fun flavors and textures. Because the kitchen loves to experiment, dishes are subject to change regularly, but you can’t go wrong with the chicken sando, the namesake Caesar salad, and the short rib off the a la carte menu. If you have the budget for it, opt for one of the tastings that will treat you to a feast of the senses.
Miami Guide
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Dish Miami
Coral Gables’ talk of the town is Maíz y Agave, a gorgeous three-story restaurant taking over one large corner on Miracle Mile. Here, the new concept promises to take guests on an immersive journey into the heart of Mexican cuisine and culture. Choose from three different locations to enjoy a meal: El Patio on the first floor offers a cool, calm ambiance, Los Balcones on the second floor showcases artwork by talented Oaxacan artisans inside a chic dining room, and La Azotea on the rooftop features upbeat tunes, lush greenery, and plenty of room to spread out. The expansive menu highlights the restaurant’s sacred staples—corn (maíz) and agave—with dishes like fresh guacamole topped with lobster al pastor, aguachile de camarón, tacos, and a fall-off-the-bone pork shank served with Istmeño-style mashed potatoes. Even better, Maíz y Agave offers live mariachi performances three times a week, adding an extra layer to the experience. You’ll feel like you’re in Oaxaca without having left Coral Gables.
Dish Miami
Miami Barsecco Restaurant Enjoy their tantalizing margaritas—the spicy cucumber margarita will awaken your taste buds—and pair them with gourmet tacos. The eatery and lounge is home to some delicious wagyu Asian street tacos, birria taquitos, and baja chicken tacos. Stylish restaurant + lounge transforming from bright and airy to sensual and inviting by night. Open for Happy Hour, Dinner, Late-night & Brunch. Every Wednesday, all ladies receive a complimentary glass of Prosecco. 🥂 Cheers!
Miami Guide
Get Your Fork Ready! Taste the Gables Restaurant Month – Delicious Deals All July Long! Taste the Gables promises to be a unique dining and entertainment experience, showcasing the exceptional culinary scene in Coral Gables,” says Belkys Perez, Economic Development Director for the City of Coral Gables. “It’s a great opportunity to taste the Gables’ newest restaurants and old favorites. July 12: Lazarito y La Makina Timbera (8–10 p.m.) July 19: OVERMANIA, Opening Act by Annecy’s Jazz Group (8–10 p.m.) July 26: Diva Revolution (8–10 p.m.)
Miami Guide
You’ve probably heard of Vizcaya Museum and Gardens before. But what do you think I meant when I said that its gardens were designed much like a home? Well, Colombian-born architect, Diego Suarez, separated the garden into different sections and created a unique atmosphere to each location. That gave the feel of being like an outdoor home! Some of these “rooms” included the Rose Garden, the Maze Garden, the Garden Mound, and more. Make sure to visit Vizcaya, it is amazing Italian-inspired villa!
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Time Out Miami
Tinta y Café You can find everything we love about Coral Gables in Tinta y Café, which also has a location in Miami Shores. It’s quirky, local and deliciously Cuban, with a cozy midcentury vibe that’s both moody and light-filled. It’s also pretty laid-back and you can grab a legit Cuban coffee during the lunch rush without having to fight several elderly gentlemen, as well as delicious sandwiches that put a new spin on classics. Note: this is not the place to treat as your satellite office; there’s no wifi, and laptops are politely declined. This is, however, the perfect place to catch up with an old friend or take a break from the hustle.
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Time Out Miami
You can't buy happiness, but you can buy donuts 🍩 The best donuts in Miami include simple classics, over-the-top creations and even decadent savory treats. 1. The Salty Donut These donut wizards churn out fluffy, sweet creations that are stuffed, injected and topped with wonderfulness ranging from creamy guava to crispy bacon. The nationwide expansion from its original Wynwood location means the long lines have largely been eliminated (good news for those who need a sweet fix and quick). What to choose? The guava and cheese is uniquely Miami, ideally washed down with a Cinnamon Cereal Milk Latte. (The Salty has a stellar coffee program, too.) 2. Max’d Out Donuts Pastry chef Max Santiago, self-proclaimed “Miami Donut King,” helped found The Salty before leaving in 2017 to start his Fort Lauderdale-based Batch the Cookie Company. In 2022, he started making some of Miami’s best donuts from a strip mall spot in North Miami Beach. The 52 flavors at Max'd Out range from the classics to the wildly creative. Take the OG Original Glazed, a 24-hour raised brioche dough bathed in buttermilk-vanilla-bean glaze. We're partial to the Cafe Con Leche: another brioche variation topped with cinnamon-espresso dust, coffee glaze and a cream cheese spiral. 14871 Biscayne Blvd, North Miami Beach 3. Mojo Donuts & Fried Chicken Guy Fieri gave it two flaming thumbs up on his ode to calories, Diners, Drive-ins and Dives, and for good reason. Everything your inner child ever wanted to stuff on (and in) a donut gets stuffed on and in donuts here, from Fruity Pebbles to flan. Plus, fried chicken! Come hungry, leave semi-conscious.
The Hungry Post
Stop by Amal, when you’re in the mood to dress up. The menu focuses on modern Lebanese dishes created by Chef Wissman Baki. This is a great spot to send your Mom with her group of amigas chismositas, because it’s one of those restaurants where you want to picar y probar un poquito de todo! Think dips, cold and hot mezze, skewers, and more. Plus, they can continue their salidita with a few drinks after their meal at its rooftop bar, Level6. The space is so freaking gorgeous. We honestly wouldn’t mind our house looking like this. Imagine, sandy interiors with earth tones like rose and terracotta. They’ve also incorporated small palm trees throughout the restaurant to give it a touch of Miami. We could live here because it’s so pretty but also because the food is fresh and tasty.
The Restaurant Guide
Seaspice Restaurant is the essence of Miami's waterfront dining. Step into a world of refined tastes and sophisticated ambiance. Experience the simple joy of sipping chilled rosé by the water’s edge! Dance the night away under the stars at Seaspice.
The Hungry Post
This is a diner for Miami. And yes, it includes a ventanita. If you’re going with one other person, the best seat in the house is at the bar. If it’s a group we’d sit inside at one of their booths or outside for people-watching. You can pretty much stop by Chug’s at any time of the day for an all-day breakfast experience. It’s also a great option for Saturday and Sunday. This is the meal you deserve when craving a hearty breakfast, it’s also a great spot for a work meeting. Order the best Cast Iron Pancake (these may take up to 25 mins to come out of the kitchen), slow-cooked in clarified butter and warm maple syrup with an order of Beltran’s Bacon, thick steak cut bacon with smoked maple syrup. Chug’s is open Monday – Wednesday from 7:30 AM – 3 PM, Thursday – Saturday from 7:30 AM – 10 PM, and Sunday from 7:30 AM – 7 PM.
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The Hungry Post
Цe were so excited to hear the news that Cuban sandwich shop SANGUICH opened a location in Gables Plaza! They make almost everything in house, making the taste feel so incredible & caserito 🙌🏼 🥪 Pan con Lechón (non negotiable 🤭) 🥪 Pan con Bistec 🥪 Cubano 🔥 Croquetas 🥭 Batido ( so many flavors to choose from) 🥮 Flancay If you haven’t tried this OG spot yet, what are you waiting for?
Time Out Miami
Monty’s Raw Bar is a tried-and-true spot on the water suitable for rowdy college students and families alike. Thatch-roofed, open-walled miniature tiki huts surround a stage from which reggae and calypso bands do their damnedest to persuade the crowds to dance. From post-work drinks to weekend brunch offered every Saturday and Sunday, there’s never a wrong time to hit up Monty’s for an indulgent meal and some boozy drinks overlooking the water. Time your visit with the live tunes: every Thursday from 5 to 9pm and Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4pm.
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Time Out Miami
Books & Books is a beloved independent shop stocked with bestsellers but also lots of small publishers. You can rely on their knowledgeable employees to guide you through the store’s vast selection of books and to help you select your next page-turner. In need of a last-minute gift for someone of any age? Books & Books has quite a range of options, from fun notebooks to swanky coffee table books. And don’t forget to check out the kids’ section upstairs while you’re at it.
LIFESTYLE MIAMI
The first hurricane of the season has formed. 🌪 A Hurricane warning issued for Barbados. Beryl is the easternmost hurricane to form in the tropical Atlantic during the month of June, beating out a 90+ year old record. The first hurricane of the season typically forms around August 11, using an average from 1991-2020, according to the National Hurricane Center.
Time Out Miami
Barnacle Historic State Park Constructed in the late 19th century, this distinctive home on the water’s edge served as the original residence of pioneer Ralph Munroe. It’s the oldest standing house in Miami-Dade County, having survived hurricanes and other natural disasters, and today operates as a historical site. For just $2 (free for kids five and under), you can explore the home and the old boathouse—or pencil in one of its many public events, like seasonal theater productions and live entertainment.
THE ROOFTOP GUIDE
Area 31: a rooftop bar and rooftop restaurant, offering fantastic views over Miami's skyscrapers and the Miami River, as well as great food created by Executive Chef Wolfgang Birk. Perched on the 16th floor of the great Kimpton EPIC Hotel in downtown Miami. Focusing mainly on innovative seafood, the rooftop is open from early morning to late evening for food an drinks, and during weekends also for a Miami rooftop brunch. Starting already at 8am, this is heaven for the early birds, where you can indulge in more classics brunch-dishes like 'Buttermilk Pancakes' and 'Main Lobster and Crab Benedict', as well as more unusual items like 'Korean BBQ Short Ribtaco' and 'Fresh Whole Fish'. To complete the menu, Mimosas, Bellinis, Aperol Spritz and Bloddy Mary's are (of course) also available. When: Saturday & Sunday, 8am - 2pm
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Secret Miami
Lowe Art Museum: Admission is always free Tucked away in University of Miami’s campus, the Lowe Art Museum opened in 1952 as Miami’s oldest museum and today holds an extensive collection of contemporary and ancient works across different cultures.
MIAMI EATS GUIDE
Rusty Pelican Miami if you are sea food lover and enjoys the Miami views, Rusty Pelicans is the right place for you ! 🦞 Offering eclectic and impressive contemporary American cuisine & the freshest local seafood, with dazzling waterfront views.
THE ROOFTOP GUIDE
W Miami Known as the WET Deck, this is for sure one of Miami's most impressive pool decks, as well as one of the most luxurious. Set 15 floors above the city, the spacious WET terrace offers stunning views of the Biscayne Bay and the Miami skyline, alongside a 90 meters long rooftop infinity pool, a lounge area, and a rooftop café. The W Miami pool terrace offers the perfect blend of relaxation and fun, where you can enjoy a quiet afternoon on a sun-bed, or start a night out early with draft beers, local wines, frozen beverages, expertly-shaken cocktails, world-spirits and tasty bites. And while the W rooftop pool is exclusive to guest staying at the hotel, next door you find the ADDiKT rooftop bar and restaurant, which is open and available to all.
Time Out Miami
The best view in Miami and the city's finest representation of Peruvian Nikkei puts out a brunch that ought to be on the list of anyone who relishes a midday splurge. Aside from executive chef Diego Oka buffet, the brunch includes a full entree from the dinner menu and also a tower of desserts delivered tableside. The $135 price includes endless pours of many drink options, including the house specialty pisco sour, a fresh, foamy cocktail that'll get your Sunday started right.
Time Out Miami
David T. Kennedy is a charming waterfront park with walking/cycling trails, a dog park, outdoor fitness equipment, volleyball courts and the Instagrammable “Miami”-etched benches that face Biscayne Bay. After a scenic workout or some leisurely dog- and people-watching, cool down with a frozen lemonade from the A.C.’s Icees truck, which has had a permanent spot in the parking lot for more than four decades.
MIAMI EATS GUIDE
French breakfast in the Ьшфьш Aventura area you will find in La Boulangerie Boul'Mich 🇫🇷 French style bakery with a Latin twist!
Secret Miami
6 Best Farms To Go Strawberry Picking Around Miami Pick your way around Miami and beyond at these picture-perfect spots once strawberry season rolls around! 🍓 1. Knaus Berry Farm, Homestead Where: 15980 SW 248th St, Homestead, FL 33031 2. The Berry Farms, Redland Where: 13720 SW 216th St, Miami, FL 33170 3. Strawberry Fields of Kendall, multiple locations 4. Martha’s U-Pick, Redland Where: 15701 SW 177th Ave, Miami, FL 33187 5. Family Farms, Davie Where: 14950 SW 14th St, Davie, FL 33326 6. Bedner’s Farm, Boynton Beach Where: 10066 Lee Rd, Boynton Beach, FL 33473 So there you have it, Miami! These are the best berry-picking options around the city. Just be sure to double check with the farms for updated hours and the status of their strawberries before you head out!
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Beat the Heat: Epic Pool to Cool Down in Miami In dire need of a relaxing, pool day surrounded by Brickell’s gorgeous skyline? Consider it done. Sophisticated interiors, original works of art by contemporary masters, and a lux garden-level pool terrace designed to inspire style beyond compare. The expansive 9th-floor terrace features a 75-foot lap pool and a separate 112-foot beach entry pool with poolside cabanas and shaded lounge areas. The poolside bar has live entertainment, a TV, and al fresco dining. The SLS LUX has crafted a detail-oriented experience that ensures all hotel guests feel like VIPs.
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1Discover Local Food Secrets in Coral Gables
Welcome to Coral Gables, a vibrant area near Miami known for its thriving culinary scene. As a true foodie, you’ll appreciate the endless dining experiences this charming neighborhood has to offer. To ensure you get the most out of your visit, Kikihub’s local chat platform is here to provide you with valuable insights, real opinions, and the latest trends from fellow food enthusiasts.
Hidden Gems for a Delightful Brunch
Brunch in Coral Gables is more than just a meal; it's a cultural experience. One of the trending eateries you'll hear about from locals on Kikihub is Biltmore Brunch. Known for its lavish Sunday brunch, Biltmore offers an opulent spread featuring everything from fresh seafood to classic eggs benedict.
Another fantastic spot is Bachour Bakery + Bistro. This place is famed for its creative pastries and inventive brunch menu. It's not uncommon for locals to rave about the avocado toast and crafted coffee drinks during Kikihub chats. Make sure to get there early on weekends to avoid the crowd.
Amazing Dinner Options to Savor Every Bite
When it comes to dinner, the restaurant scene in Coral Gables is nothing short of impressive. One of the top recommendations on Kikihub is Ortanique on the Mile. This restaurant takes you on a Caribbean culinary journey with dishes like jerk chicken and conch fritters that boast authentic flavors and seasoned perfection.
If you crave Italian cuisine, Fiola Miami is a must-visit. A modern, upscale Italian eatery offering dishes crafted from farm-fresh ingredients. Try the truffle pasta or the seafood platter - both are favorites among local foodies!
Perfect Spots for Exotic Cocktails
A dining experience in Coral Gables wouldn't be complete without savoring some beautifully mixed cocktails. Make your way to Fontana, located in The Biltmore Hotel. The cocktail menu here is as elegant as it comes, featuring mixology masterpieces that incorporate fresh herbs and tropical fruits.
Additionally, Talavera Cocina Mexicana stands out for its tequila and mezcal-based concoctions. On Kikihub, patrons frequently praise the Margarita flights, giving you the chance to taste several variations of this classic Mexican drink.
Insider Tips from Local Reviews
For the latest trending eateries, often, it’s the locals who know where to find the best spots. Reviews on Kikihub indicate that The Seven Dials is gaining popularity for its British-inspired menu and welcoming atmosphere. Diners especially recommend the fish and chips and the sticky toffee pudding as standout dishes.
Another restaurant that’s frequently mentioned is Craft. Known for its farm-to-table approach, Craft’s rotating seasonal menu and craft beer selection create an ever-evolving dining experience. According to local foodies, the charcuterie board is a must-have.
Signature Dishes You Can’t Miss
If you're looking to taste signature dishes that define Coral Gables, chat with locals through Kikihub for their top picks. One recurring mention is the Stone Crab Claws when they're in season, often found at establishments like Red Fish by Chef Adrianne. This dish exemplifies the fresh seafood flavors of South Florida.
Don't overlook the delectable Cuban Sandwich. For an authentic version of this Miami staple, the local go-to is Versailles Restaurant. It’s a spot that not only serves well-made Cuban sandwiches but also provides a rich history and cultural experience.
Coral Gables is a haven for foodies looking to explore a diverse array of dining options. From brunch and dinner, to cocktails and signature dishes, the local insights on Kikihub's anonymous chat platform will ensure you have an unforgettable culinary journey. Whether you're in search of trending eateries or hidden gems, leveraging these local secrets will make your gastronomic adventures that much more flavorful.
