Trattoria Sole

Courtesy of Trattoria Sole, South Miami

At Trattoria Sole our guests can celebrate eating well, enjoying the most delicious, regionally-inspired dishes served alongside enthralling beverage choices. The consistency of our delivery speaks of our passion for hospitality and commitment to excellence. We know the right atmosphere can make worries fade away, and set the mood for memorable moments. At Trattoria Sole we pay special attention to every detail to create truly delightful experiences.

Trattoria Sole specializes in elegant Italian cuisine. The restaurant offers a romantic dining atmosphere that is family friendly and inviting. The menu offers a full array of selections, including antipasti, salads, pasta, poultry, veal, steak and fish; lunch menu has delicious panini (sandwiches) too. Notable entrees include Tagliata ai funghi porcini (grilled NY strip steak with porcini mushrooms), Vitello Saporito (Veal Scaloppine), and Tonno in salsa di finocchi (tuna loin with roasted fennel and balsamic essence); among the pastas the Fiocchi con pera e gorgonzola (pear-gorgonzola cheese filled pasta with walnuts-butter and sage sauce) and Rigatoni ai funghi e melanzane (Rigatoni pasta with eggplant, mushrooms, caramelized onions and aged ricotta cheese) are a must try.

The restaurant also features an exhibition kitchen and a full bar, with an extensive selection of fine spirits and signature drinks. The wine list focuses on Italian gems and recognizes organic and biodynamic viticulture. Full service off-site catering is also available, and an event planning coordinator will assist you in designing your perfect occasion. Reservations recommended.

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Hours of Operation

Lunch:  Mon-Fri 12pm-3pm
Dinner:  Sun-Thurs 6pm-10:30pm, Fri-Sat 6pm-11:30pm

Closed: 3pm-6pm daily

Trattoria Sole

5894 Sunset Drive

Miami, FL 33143

For reservations call 305.666.9392

info@blu-restaurants.com

http://www.blurestaurantsgroup.com/

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Town Kitchen & Bar

Courtesy of Town Kitchen & Bar, South Miami

Serving Global Comfort Foods with updated steakhouse appeal. Entree salads, hot sandwiches, homemade soups, fresh baked breads, and brick oven pizzas are just some of our features. Our "triple grind" burger and parmesan-truffle fries are a must!

What the Miami New Times Says:  it's ideal for an early afternoon drink-up on the weekend. By early evening it's a classy, trendy, minimalist restaurant that specializes in "global comfort food" like brick oven pizzas and yummy parmesan-truffle fries. By night it's bumpin', with crowds of trendy 20- and 30-somethings, clutching martini glasses as they spill out into the street. The food is delicious — just try the grilled Caribbean jerk churrasco steak salad, it's $15 and to die for — but we keep going back for the cocktails. Town's got a classy clientele and a wide variety of actually delicious martinis, and a big beer menu that includes Chimay and other exotic ales. Try the Towntini — a swirl of Absolut Mandarin Vodka, Cointreau, pineapple juice, cranberry juice, and a mandarin orange garnish for $10. You'll feel like you've been transported to an elegant hotel on Collins Avenue, even though the glowing sign of Sunset Place hangs in the near distance.

 

Elizabeth Stewart @ Miami.com comments.  While Town Kitchen & Bar has been known for its popular, and tasty, American cuisine – especially its weekend brunches - the South Miami spot has more than just eggs over easy to entice a weekly visit. Tucked in a quiet corner behind Sunset Place, the casual crowd pleaser offers a lively, and cost effective (for the ladies, anyway) Thursday night scene.

Some happy hours make you run out the door before your computer shuts down, but Town’s Thursday night specials have zero time limit. Ladies receive half off everything on the menu all night. Choices are endless, including an extensive list of signature cocktails and martinis, wines, and beer. And for those ladies feeling particularly ambitious, arrive between 4-7 p.m. for complimentary champagne.

The crowd and the music are largely determined by whether you decide to drink inside, or al fresco. Inside offers more of a nightlife vibe, pumping a Top 40 selection including anything from Shakira to Ricky Martin (hey, it is South Miami afterall). With plenty of high-and-low-top tables available in the trendy but intimate space, the primarily 30s-plus crowd tends to swarm around the bar. The average Town goer may still even be in their scrubs or loosening his necktie at the end of a long workday. Another perk of sitting near the bar (besides the obvious drink proximity) is this is the only place where all appetizers are also half off.

Outside is equipped with additional couches and tables, and is more for the laid back customer or perhaps a family or two there for dinner. Although you can still hear a faded Ricky Martin song playing in the background, this is the area to sit if you are there for less head bobbing, and more hob-knobbing. And while appetizers out here are full price, waiters keep the half-priced drinks flowing.

Hours of Operation

Breakfast: Saturday and Sunday 8:00am-1:00pm

Lunch: Monday through Sunday 11:30am-5:30pm

Dinner:  Sunday-Wednesday 5:30 -10:00, Thursday-Saturday 5:30-11:00

Late Night:  Late Night Food 11-12.

Bar Hours:  7 days a week, 11:30am until you leave

Town Kitchen & Bar

Locaed at Plaza 57

7301 SW 57th Court

South Miami, Florida

One Block South of Shops of Sunset

For reservations please call:  305.740.8118
Michael Altman / Executive Chef
chef@townkitchenbar.com
John Janette / General Manager
john@townkitchenbar.com
Catering Services
catering@townkitchenbar.com
http://www.townkitchenbar.com/

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Gaetano Ristorante Coral Gables

Courtesy of Gaetano Ristorante

"For me the true food experience is a constant voyage of discovery to new flavors." Your Host and Executive Chef, Gaetano Ascione

Gaetano Ristorante has a simple recipe for success: Renowned Chef Gaetano Ascione serves outstanding but honest, fresh, simple and rustic Italian cuisine from across Italy. Prepared from the best and freshest ingredients the country exports, served alongside a hand picked collection of regional Italian Wine.

Fabulous authentic Italian cuisine and style, in a trendy location, here you will find flavors from the Italian Riviera, from pasta & cheeses to shell fish, beef, veal, and lamb.

Gaetano Ristorante is not just a restaurant but a destination where our customers can travel in search of the pleasure of great food, conviviality, pure and sincere.

Our passion and love guided us in the compilation of our Wine List, which represents wines from the greatest vineyards and producers in Italy. We are certain that among the pages of Gaetano's Wine List you will find, as we have, a wine to fall lin love with.

Gaetano Ristorante is located within the charming Hotel St. Michel, on the corner of Ponce de Leon Boulevard and Alcazar Avenue in the heart of quaint, historic downtown Coral Gables.

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Hours of Operation

Breakfast:  Open only for special events of 6 people or more

Lunch:  11:30am - 3pm

Dinner:  5:30pm - 10:00pm

Gaetano Ristorante
Hotel St. Michel
162 Alcazar Avenue
Coral Gables, FL 33134

For reservations: 786.422.6796

info@gaetanorestaurant.com
http://www.gaetanorestaurant.com/

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The Setai South Beach

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Since opening its doors in 2005, The Setai, South Beach has been synonymous with exceptional service, award-winning décor and authentic Asian cuisine. Join in celebrating as an icon comes of age with the Fifth Anniversary Summer Celebration.

After five years of making its unmistakable imprint on the culinary scene, The Restaurant at The Setai, continues to introduce patrons to authentic Asian cuisine set in an ambiance as dynamic as South Beach itself. Now, to celebrate its Fifth Anniversary, award-winning executive chef Jonathan Wright, is poised to offer an extensive range of new gastronomic experiences with a lively calendar of culinary events scheduled to commence this summer, including:

Balinese Hour – Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays Beginning July 16 – Guests and locals alike are invited to immerse into the relaxed elegance of The Bar & Courtyard while listening to the enchanting sound of the Balinese Gamelan performance. Surrounding The Courtyard, two Balinese Gamelan players are slated to perform from 6:30pm to 8:30pm on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. A special summer cocktail menu featuring Asian-inspired creations will be served, as chefs grill complimentary Satay and serve on small clay grills.

Flavors of India – Wednesdays Beginning August 4 – In addition to the new summer menu,

The Restaurant will also feature “Flavors of India“, every Wednesday night from 7pm to 11pm. Every two months, a world-renowned Indian Chef will host the dinner to present an authentic four-course menu. Three choices will be offered per course, beginning with traditional “Cachumbar Pachadi”, a Salad of Tomatoes, Cucumbers and Yogurt Tamarind, along with a basket of Indian snacks and breads. The menu will conclude with a glass of homemade Chai Tea and Petit Fours, and is priced at USD60 per person.

Thursday Night Jazz at The Setai – Thursdays Beginning August 5 – The tranquil and beautiful setting of The Bar & Courtyard is perfect for a Jazz Night under the stars. Every Thursday evening, local and national jazz musicians and vocalists will perform live, playing classic, Latin, and smooth jazz. Specials on Taittinger Champagne by the glass and bottle will also be offered alongside a signature summer cocktail menu.

Dim Sum and Champagne Fridays – Fridays Beginning August 13 – In celebration of its Fifth Anniversary celebration, The Restaurant will present a special Dim Sum and Champagne menu every Friday from 7pm to midnight. Every other month, the Setai will also invite a specialty Dim Sum Master Chef to host and prepare an exclusive menu, along with Chef Wright’s impressive array of specialty dishes. Comprised of eight plates of signature Dim Sum and new refined additions, the menu will be priced USD75 per person, with the option to choose an extended Chef’s Tasting Menu and wine parings.

Whether you’re enjoying a relaxed meal at the Grill, or a more formal dinner at The Restaurant, The Setai dining experience is consistent. Innovative food. Exceptional Wine. Unsurpassed Service.

Hours of Operation

Breakfast: 7:00am - 11:00am - Daily
Brunch: 11:30am - 3:00pm - Sunday
Dinner: 7:00pm - 11:00pm Sunday - Thursday
7:00pm - 12:00am Friday and Saturday

The Setai South Beach
2001 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach,  Florida 33139
For Dining Reservations, please call 305.520.6400 or 305.520.6402

setaidining@ghmamericas.com
http://www.setai.com/dining

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Segafredo Brickell and Spazio Nero

Courtesy Segafredo Zanetti Espresso Café

The Area’s First Destination to Combine Café, Epicurean and Nightlife Concepts Opens

Segafredo Zanetti Espresso Café, loved around the world for its multi-sensory experience reflecting the lifestyle of the Italian café, opens its newest location at 1421 South Miami Avenue in the downtown Miami / Brickell area. Timed with the burgeoning growth of the Brickell area as well as the beginning of a New Year, Segafredo Brickell takes Italian café culture to a whole new level, featuring an indoor and outdoor seating area and a on-premise boutique nightclub, Spazio Nero (Italian for Black Space).

Segafredo Brickell exudes a posh and luxurious atmosphere while at the same time offering guests the warmth and charm of Italian hospitality. As soon as guests arrive, they are enveloped in the chic yet comfy vibe of Segafredo Brickell’s grounds which feature eclectic antique furniture in the outdoor living room lounge areas.

The elaborate red and white floral design matches Segafredo Zanetti Espresso Café’s signature colors. Inside the venue, exhibiting the same level of chic-meets-comfort as the exterior, guests will experience a true Italian-style café with a coffee bar with barstools, plush red leather couches and free Internet services. The Segafredo Brickell menu identity is based on its Italian heritage and, in addition to favorite espresso drinks and pastries, will offer a large selection of Italian-style food and café, music and signature cocktails.

Located within the restaurant, Spazio Nero is a lavish boutique night club that will be open on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Embodying the nightclub’s name, the décor is outfitted in all things black, from the stylish black leather couches with silver buttons, to the black-tinted mirrors throughout, to the fleur-de-lis textured black-on-black wallpaper. The club features an elevated DJ booth, a one-of-a-kind advanced multi-zoned distribution audio system and a computer controlled lighting program by Infinite Audio Systems.

“Both Segafredo and Spazio Nero alike bring a new lifestyle to Brickell that has been missing until now,” said Segafredo Brickell co-owner Alejandro Ferllen. “We are a stylish café and lounge that’s high-energy and, yet comfortable enough for our guests to enjoy the surroundings; relax amongst friends and have a cup of coffee or a cocktail in a stress-free environment.”

The Brickell area is home to Miami’s most prominent financial entities, luxury high-rise condos and a fast-growing retail corridor – the perfect environment for the establishment’s trendsetting day-to-night concept. Segafredo Brickell offers a place to confer with clients over a cup of coffee, head to lunch breaks with co-workers, or relax and unwind with a cocktail for happy hour and then enjoy your night away at Spazio Nero. Restaurant.com  Gift Certificates: Save up to 60% off your next meal!

Hours of operation: (Brickell / Down Town Miami Location
Wednesdays 11:30am - 2:00am
Thursdays to Saturdays 11:30am - 4:00am
Happy Hour from 4:00 pm - 8:00pm
Spazio Nero opens at 11:00 PM Thursday through Saturday.

Brickell / Downtown Miami - Segafredo and Spazio Nero
1421 South Miami Avenue
Miami, Florida 33131

Bal Harbour Shops
Second Floor
9700 Collins Ave.
Bal Harbour, FL 33154
Phone: 305.864.0595 - 786.363.8571 STORE HOURS:
Sun - Thurs Open 11:00am - 10pm
Fri - Sat Open 11:00am - Midnight

Española Way - Miami Beach
500 Española Way
Miami Beach, Fl 33139
Phone:  786.237.0748 - 786.363.8571
Sunday-Saturday
Open 3:00pm - After Midnight
http://www.segafredobrickell.com/
http://www.spazionero.com/.

About Segafredo Zanetti Espresso Café

Segafredo Zanetti Espresso Café, the only global café with Italian credibility and with over 570 cafés worldwide, offers a multi-sensorial experience reflecting the lifestyle of the quintessential Italian café. The constant drive for excellence exhibited by the Segafredo family is evident in product quality, efficient service and a friendly atmosphere all of which makes a positive difference in the quality of life of the customers. “Tradition becomes useless if not positioned in our version of the future.” For more information please visit http://www.segafredo.it./  Segafredo Brickell - Developed by VE Restaurant Group

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OneBurger "More Than a Hamburger Place"

Straight from the founders @ OneBurger

Oneburger, a new and unique burger concept located adjacent to its sister restaurant, The Globe Cafe
& Bar in Coral Gables.

“My goal was two-fold” said daniel guiteras, oneburger's founder. “first, we set out to create a basic, but more gourmet or boutique burger (using the highest quality ingredients) that was a cut-above the standard fast-food prototype, but still more affordable than a higher-end restaurant burger. secondly, we wanted to take classic dishes or recipes and apply them to the 'art' of the burger. we really wanted to get out of the 'cheese, lettuce, tomato' box. The more creative we got in the test kitchen, the more we saw the potential for truly unique burgers. oneburger recipes are modern and really delicious, and, moreover, we feel that their time has come as today's consumers have a more sophisticated food sense.”

“Along with all this we also wanted to create a more cutting-edge and progressive identity in terms of design and packaging. the look and style of oneburger is something important to us. From a design stand-point, I think we are the first building painted pure black in coral gables. The positive response to this has been surprising”

Oneburgers menu is divided into four categories: beef; chicken/ turkey & veal; seafood; and vegetarian.

Beef burgers run the gamut from modern takes on traditional burgers such as the “patty melt”, the “old school” (royal castle style), “twin minis” and the "bacon cheddar" (with pancetta bacon & english double gloucester farmstead cheese) to more zeitgeist, recipe-based burgers such as the “kobe”, the “au poivre”, a “frita cubana” and the “black, black & blue burger” - a delicious combination of homemade and hand-rubbed blackening powder with a black bean spread and maytag blue cheese.

Rounding-out the 30 burger menu (the name oneburger is a play on “the number one burger”) are crispy chicken sandwiches, a broad range of inventive salads, soups, chicken tenders and wings, three types of hand-cut fries (yukon gold potato, yuca and sweet potato), beer battered onion rings, thick milkshakes, homemade desserts, adult and kid toy meals (with cool objects culled from around the world) and breakfast choices including bagel/biscuit burgers and authentic belgian waffles. Restaurant.com OneBurger Gift Certificates: Save up to 60% off your next meal!

As a OneBurger customer I will just say "it's great to have a real, juicy burger for a change" and after the burger walk over to The Globe and enjoy a cocktail.  Great food and fantastic selection for those who prefer something other than a burger. 

ONEBURGER

367 Alhambra Circle

Coral Gables, Florida  33134

305.529.5555
http://www.oneburger.com/

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