Foodgressing.com
Sept 10, 2024
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Ever since Carl Fisher carved Lincoln Road out from mangroves in 1912 to create the Fifth Avenue of the South, it has served as the social hub for the City of Miami Beach – and much of it has centered around its café culture. Check out these diverse range culinary options available on Lincoln Road from a lineup of casual eateries to fine-dining restaurants.
For a laid-back, casual dining experience:
Harry’s Pizzeria (OPEN NOW): Helmed by James Beard Award-winning Executive Chef Michael Schwartz, this local pizza shop features a laid-back bistro atmosphere with straightforward food emphasizing fresh, local ingredients.
IT Trattoria (OPEN NOW): With four locations in the U.S. and over 70 in Europe, IT Trattoria is a fast-casual restaurant serving authentic Southern Italian dishes. The menu features a wide selection of freshly baked pastries, homemade pasta, pizza, paninis, salads, desserts, specialty cocktails and Italian-imported beverages.
Prince St. Pizza (OPENING SOON): Founded in 2012 by a father-son duo, this renowned NYC restaurant known for its Sicilian-inspired pies will introduce its family’s authentic recipes to Miami Beach in October 2024.
For an upscale, exquisite culinary experience:
MILA (OPEN NOW): Opened in 2020, this transportive venue merges elevated dining with a glamorous and vibrant atmosphere, offering guests refined flavors, bespoke mixology and an unparalleled ambiance.
Issabella’s (OPEN NOW): This modern Mediterranean restaurant serves handcrafted cocktails and delicious menu items, including fan favorites like Spicy Rigatoni, made with Calabrian chili, cream and Parmesan. The dishes are best served with a view of the iconic pedestrian promenade from the restaurant’s outdoor terrace.
Negroni (OPENING SOON): With a menu of fusion dishes from Peru to Tokyo, Negroni presents a Nikkei sushi bar t offering a variety of rolls, nigiri, tiraditos and ceviches. The overarching menu also features an array of diverse comfort fare, such as antipasti, salads and burgers.
For a memorable evening of entertainment while dining:
Playa Miami (OPEN NOW): Playa’s dualistic nature – fine dining by day, energetic entertainment by night – is something locals and tourists alike continue to rave about. Whether your taste buds are clamoring to try world-class cuisine or you’re searching for the perfect place to cap off date night, Playa is the go-to destination.
Oro (OPENING SOON): Opening this fall, this upscale rooftop restaurant will draw inspiration from the world’s most stunning cities, offering an elevated dining and entertainment experience. The stylish eatery, with a seating capacity of 300, will feature premium meat cuts and top-quality seafood, all presented in an elegant tableside manner.
For a cultural culinary experience
Tapelia (OPEN NOW): Tapelia is a Spanish restaurant where each plate is infused with fresh, high-quality ingredients from Spain. A cornerstone in the Miami Beach community, Tapelia has been recognized for its outstanding cuisine, excellent service, friendly staff and modern interpretations of classic dishes. While dining, guests can watch international sports games on the big screens.
Oh! Mexico (OPEN NOW): Oh! Mexico offers a truly authentic Mexican culinary experience, where traditional flavors and vibrant dishes come together to delight the taste buds. From savory tacos to zesty guacamole, each dish is crafted with care and expertise, transporting diners to the heart of Mexico with every bite.
Havana 1957 (OPEN NOW): Voted “Best Cuban Restaurant” by the Miami New Times Readers Poll for the second consecutive year, this Miami staple serves up delicious plates such as Flank Steak Empanadas and Cuban Sandwiches, transporting you to Cuba’s lively atmosphere.
