Guidebook for Miami
Food Scene
Great Eats. American fusion Southern Comfort Style. Small intimate dining space and a generally attentive and exuberant staff. Good value. No full bar here, so plan to get your drinks across the street at Balans while you wait for a table. This place is popular!
127 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Blue Collar
6730 Biscayne BlvdGreat Eats. American fusion Southern Comfort Style. Small intimate dining space and a generally attentive and exuberant staff. Good value. No full bar here, so plan to get your drinks across the street at Balans while you wait for a table. This place is popular!
Great authentic Thai cooking! Be prepared to sweat. the food is spicy and the ac weak, but definitely worth the trip for a true foodie . . . . Don't expect much from the atmosphere, its gritty charm adds to the experience!.
16 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cake Thai Kitchen Biscayne
7919 Biscayne BlvdGreat authentic Thai cooking! Be prepared to sweat. the food is spicy and the ac weak, but definitely worth the trip for a true foodie . . . . Don't expect much from the atmosphere, its gritty charm adds to the experience!.
Coffee is provided to in house, but for those seeking a more satisfying cup of Joe, Starbucks is a short block away.
112 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Starbucks
6320 Biscayne BlvdCoffee is provided to in house, but for those seeking a more satisfying cup of Joe, Starbucks is a short block away.
American fusion cuisine, prices aren't outrageous and the food is generally well prepared and service is great. Housed in an old warehouse garage, the voluminous space is transformed into a casually elegant, and wonderfully inviting dinner spot. Great for large groups, and perfect for more intimate affairs. Try the Sunday morning brunch for top notch live jazz!
44 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Soyka
American fusion cuisine, prices aren't outrageous and the food is generally well prepared and service is great. Housed in an old warehouse garage, the voluminous space is transformed into a casually elegant, and wonderfully inviting dinner spot. Great for large groups, and perfect for more intimate affairs. Try the Sunday morning brunch for top notch live jazz!
This popular Venezuelan eatery is dine in or delivery. Specializing in Arepas, but they haven't forgotten to include some heartier American fair . . . burgers and fries! Good place for lunch. Beer and wine are served.
87 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Doggi's Arepa Bar
7281 Biscayne BlvdThis popular Venezuelan eatery is dine in or delivery. Specializing in Arepas, but they haven't forgotten to include some heartier American fair . . . burgers and fries! Good place for lunch. Beer and wine are served.
I admittedly felt a little odd running to a gas station for lunch every chance I got, but step inside and you'll find a cute cafe environment and some really wonderful gourmet sandwiches. Ask for a taste of the owner's homemade roast jalepenos, they rock!
21 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Europa Coffee house
6075 Biscayne BlvdI admittedly felt a little odd running to a gas station for lunch every chance I got, but step inside and you'll find a cute cafe environment and some really wonderful gourmet sandwiches. Ask for a taste of the owner's homemade roast jalepenos, they rock!
Good Japanese in a pleasant setting. Enjoy pre-dinner drinks next door at The News Lounge, a hip courtyard bar next door.
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Siam Rice Thai & Sushi Restaurant
7941 Biscayne BoulevardGood Japanese in a pleasant setting. Enjoy pre-dinner drinks next door at The News Lounge, a hip courtyard bar next door.
The Upper East Side's most popular pizza joint. Pleasant and casual outdoor eating in good weather (Nov-April), but not to worry, they deliver as well. Pizza for the gourmet!
116 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Andiamo! Brick Oven Pizza
5600 Biscayne BlvdThe Upper East Side's most popular pizza joint. Pleasant and casual outdoor eating in good weather (Nov-April), but not to worry, they deliver as well. Pizza for the gourmet!
Restaurant and full bar a name better written than spoken . . . at least till you get to know me a bit better. Good eats and drinks . . . Asian fusion cuisine. Tapas style . . . be prepared to spend a lil $$$$ here,
53 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Phuc Yea
7100 Biscayne BlvdRestaurant and full bar a name better written than spoken . . . at least till you get to know me a bit better. Good eats and drinks . . . Asian fusion cuisine. Tapas style . . . be prepared to spend a lil $$$$ here,
THE SPOT FOR A ROMANTIC DINNER. Mixed meditteranean fare & wine (no full bar), food is good, but ambiance is spectacular . . . set in Historic Morningside Coral Stone Pump House, the garden is complete with original springs & winding pathways. Classic jazz wafts through the building and grounds. Tables are set intimately throughout . . . second to none for romance, your significant other will LOVE this place. Pricey, but well worth it! THIS PLACE IS SPECIAL!!!
30 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cafe Roval
5808 NE 4th CtTHE SPOT FOR A ROMANTIC DINNER. Mixed meditteranean fare & wine (no full bar), food is good, but ambiance is spectacular . . . set in Historic Morningside Coral Stone Pump House, the garden is complete with original springs & winding pathways. Classic jazz wafts through the building and grounds. Tables are set intimately throughout . . . second to none for romance, your significant other will LOVE this place. Pricey, but well worth it! THIS PLACE IS SPECIAL!!!
Legion Park Farmers Markety - Every Saturday 9 AM - 2 PM - great for locally grown organic fruits & veggis, arts scene, food trucks & stands etc.
46 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Legion Park Bayside
6447 NE 7th AveLegion Park Farmers Markety - Every Saturday 9 AM - 2 PM - great for locally grown organic fruits & veggis, arts scene, food trucks & stands etc.
Authentic Italian fare including pasta & regional dishes in rustic space with terrace & martini bar. Outdoor dining and bar . . . great food, $$$, friendly & passionate owner frequently onsite, expect a cheerful hello!!
24 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Via Verdi
6900 Biscayne BlvdAuthentic Italian fare including pasta & regional dishes in rustic space with terrace & martini bar. Outdoor dining and bar . . . great food, $$$, friendly & passionate owner frequently onsite, expect a cheerful hello!!
This place gets high marks from my guests!! Always busy! Argentinian grill, rustic decor & outdoor patio. Wine bar.
74 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Fiorito
5555 NE 2nd AveThis place gets high marks from my guests!! Always busy! Argentinian grill, rustic decor & outdoor patio. Wine bar.
Upper east side fixture - your traditiounal American Diner. Eggs, Bacon, coffee served greasy & delicious!!
53 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Jimmy's Eastside Diner
7201 Biscayne BlvdUpper east side fixture - your traditiounal American Diner. Eggs, Bacon, coffee served greasy & delicious!!
French Cafe & Bakery serving breakfast & lunch. Awesome eats, great breads, soups, sandwiches, and salads. Bakerty deserts will make your sweet tooth haaaappppppyyyyyy! For the purist, try a creme puff & coffee . . . best in Miami!!
95 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Buena Vista Deli
4590 NE 2nd AveFrench Cafe & Bakery serving breakfast & lunch. Awesome eats, great breads, soups, sandwiches, and salads. Bakerty deserts will make your sweet tooth haaaappppppyyyyyy! For the purist, try a creme puff & coffee . . . best in Miami!!
Dunkin'
341 W 41st StDunkins Donuts & Ice Cream! Walking distance!!
Decent sushi/great price!!! A few dine in seats, but best for takeout or delivery. Walking distance!!
Go To Sushi
5140 Biscayne BlvdDecent sushi/great price!!! A few dine in seats, but best for takeout or delivery. Walking distance!!
Parks & Nature
Miami's biggest public park, nestled inside a beautiful historic neighborhood bordering the blue waters of Biscayne Bay. A wonderful area to walk or jog, its just a few blocks away. The park has a well maintained tennis facility, basketball courts, softball field, public pool, boat ramp, picnic area, playground, and boat rentals.
35 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Morningside Park
Morningside ParkMiami's biggest public park, nestled inside a beautiful historic neighborhood bordering the blue waters of Biscayne Bay. A wonderful area to walk or jog, its just a few blocks away. The park has a well maintained tennis facility, basketball courts, softball field, public pool, boat ramp, picnic area, playground, and boat rentals.
Bayfront park with weekly Farmer's Market every Saturday. Great place for a walk or picnic. Facility's include a playground, tennis court, basketball courts and athletic field.
46 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Legion Park Bayside
6447 NE 7th AveBayfront park with weekly Farmer's Market every Saturday. Great place for a walk or picnic. Facility's include a playground, tennis court, basketball courts and athletic field.
Neighborhood park on Miami's little river, a protected Manatee Sanctuary. Kayak access and picnic facilities.
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Manatee Bend Park
465 NE 77th Street RdNeighborhood park on Miami's little river, a protected Manatee Sanctuary. Kayak access and picnic facilities.
Public pool, soccer field, and park. Family friendly!!
26 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Normandy Isle Park & Pool
7030 Trouville EsplanadePublic pool, soccer field, and park. Family friendly!!
Public Golf Course, pool, & tennis courts. Inexpensive & family friendly!!
23 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Miami Shores Country Club
10000 Biscayne BlvdPublic Golf Course, pool, & tennis courts. Inexpensive & family friendly!!
Nearest Beach, easy public parking, family friendly!! This is not South Beach . . . you'll have space to breath & enjoy the sand & sea. Plenty of eats, public showers, restrooms, & boardwalk. You don't need to be 20 something & gorgeous to fit in here . . . this is where I go to the beach. 10 min drive,
11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mid-Beach
Nearest Beach, easy public parking, family friendly!! This is not South Beach . . . you'll have space to breath & enjoy the sand & sea. Plenty of eats, public showers, restrooms, & boardwalk. You don't need to be 20 something & gorgeous to fit in here . . . this is where I go to the beach. 10 min drive,
Modest in size, but fabulous botanical collection. Stop by the adjacent Holocaust Memorial & Museum, then lunch on Lincoln Road. Uber/Lyft suggested.
241 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Miami Beach Botanical Garden
2000 Convention Center DrModest in size, but fabulous botanical collection. Stop by the adjacent Holocaust Memorial & Museum, then lunch on Lincoln Road. Uber/Lyft suggested.
Park & Museum - visit the adjacent Botanicals Gardens before lunch on Lincoln Road. Uber/Lyft suggested.
115 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Monumento al Holocausto Miami Beach
1933-1945 Meridian AvePark & Museum - visit the adjacent Botanicals Gardens before lunch on Lincoln Road. Uber/Lyft suggested.
New World Symphony performances are piped to the park . . . public movie showings & morning yoga as well. Great picnic outing for family or romance on a budget for two. Google Soundscape Park for events schedule and details.
45 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque de Paisajes Sonoros
400 17th StNew World Symphony performances are piped to the park . . . public movie showings & morning yoga as well. Great picnic outing for family or romance on a budget for two. Google Soundscape Park for events schedule and details.
Stunning Botanical Gardens & Art Installations. Check out Historic Coral Gables Estates for some beautiful & pricey historic real estate then lunch at The Biltmore Hotel for a lovely morning and afternoon in Old Miami.
391 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler RdStunning Botanical Gardens & Art Installations. Check out Historic Coral Gables Estates for some beautiful & pricey historic real estate then lunch at The Biltmore Hotel for a lovely morning and afternoon in Old Miami.
Essentials
Publix is Miami's main grocery chain. Great quality fresh and prepared foods on par with Whole Foods/Fresh Market . . . but so are the prices. For the gourmet but price concious shopper, try Aldi's at 108th and Biscayne Boulevard for better value.
112 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Publix Super Market at Miami Shores
9050 Biscayne BlvdPublix is Miami's main grocery chain. Great quality fresh and prepared foods on par with Whole Foods/Fresh Market . . . but so are the prices. For the gourmet but price concious shopper, try Aldi's at 108th and Biscayne Boulevard for better value.
Great quality and prices! This is where I shop for dinner.
63 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
ALDI
1290 NE 108th StGreat quality and prices! This is where I shop for dinner.
Publix is Miami's main grocery chain. Great quality fresh and prepared foods on par with Whole Foods/Fresh Market . . . but so are the prices. For the gourmet but price concious shopper, try Aldi's at 108th and Biscayne Boulevard for better value.
104 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Publix Super Market at Baypoint
4870 Biscayne BlvdPublix is Miami's main grocery chain. Great quality fresh and prepared foods on par with Whole Foods/Fresh Market . . . but so are the prices. For the gourmet but price concious shopper, try Aldi's at 108th and Biscayne Boulevard for better value.
OPEN 24 HRS - pharmacy, grocery etc. Good for food, medicine, etc in a pinch.
29 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
CVS
591 NE 79th StOPEN 24 HRS - pharmacy, grocery etc. Good for food, medicine, etc in a pinch.
Budget grocery store. Cheap wine!!!! Not recommended for the gourmet, but deals abound for the cost concious shopper!
35 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Sabor Tropical Supermarket
969 Normandy DrBudget grocery store. Cheap wine!!!! Not recommended for the gourmet, but deals abound for the cost concious shopper!
Can't believe airbnb doesn't list liquor store under essentials!!!!! This place has everything you'll need . . . from $ to $$$$$. Good wine selection & ice!
Big Daddy's Liquors
8600 Biscayne BlvdCan't believe airbnb doesn't list liquor store under essentials!!!!! This place has everything you'll need . . . from $ to $$$$$. Good wine selection & ice!
Liquor Store, pharmacy, groceries . . .
44 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Walgreens Pharmacy
7340 Collins AveLiquor Store, pharmacy, groceries . . .
Chase Bank
295 NE 18th StNearest Bank - Full Commercial Branch & ATM
Wells Fargo Bank
1614 Alton RdNearest Wells Fargo - Full Branch & ATM
ATM (Bank of America)
5000 Biscayne BlvdFull Branch & ATM
Nearest Liquor Store - Walking distance!
Good selection & friendly staff! A bit pricey.
Chandi Wines and Spirits
5142 Biscayne BlvdNearest Liquor Store - Walking distance!
Good selection & friendly staff! A bit pricey.
Nearest Rent a Bike station. You will find this station on Biscayne Boulebard at 65th Street in front of Legion Park (not where it shows currently on this map . . . just down the block).
Citi Bike Station: 680
Nearest Rent a Bike station. You will find this station on Biscayne Boulebard at 65th Street in front of Legion Park (not where it shows currently on this map . . . just down the block).
6200 Biscayne Blvd
6200 Biscayne BoulevardNearest Miami Metrobus stop!
http://www.miamidade.gov/transit/routes.asp
Drinks & Nightlife
The News Lounge
5580 NE 4th CtCasual Courtyard Bar. Pool Tables
Churchill's Pub
5501 NE 2nd AveDive Bar.
Bayfront bar & dining . . . good eats and great views! Open air dining. Busy weekend and sports scene. 2 pools tables. Dock your boat and stop in for a drink!
140 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Shuckers Waterfront Bar & Grill
1819 79th Street CausewayBayfront bar & dining . . . good eats and great views! Open air dining. Busy weekend and sports scene. 2 pools tables. Dock your boat and stop in for a drink!
Sightseeing
Museo y Jardines Vizcaya
3251 S Miami AveWorld Famous Ocean Drive & South Beach. Art Deco Hotels, eats, drinks, and public Beach. Great people watching . . . super busy, expensive and diffiucult to park so Uber/Lyft instead of driving.
For the architecturally inclined, I recommend the Miami Design Preservation Leagues walking tour. Daily tours . . . starting at 10th & Ocean Drive, Checout mdpl.org for schedule and prices.
508 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Ocean Drive
Ocean DriveWorld Famous Ocean Drive & South Beach. Art Deco Hotels, eats, drinks, and public Beach. Great people watching . . . super busy, expensive and diffiucult to park so Uber/Lyft instead of driving.
For the architecturally inclined, I recommend the Miami Design Preservation Leagues walking tour. Daily tours . . . starting at 10th & Ocean Drive, Checout mdpl.org for schedule and prices.
Old Money, Old Miami, Historic Estates. Don't be fooled by gate houses and guard gates, these are public streets. Check out some of the most beautiful (and expensive) historic real estate in Miami!!
Gables Estates
Old Money, Old Miami, Historic Estates. Don't be fooled by gate houses and guard gates, these are public streets. Check out some of the most beautiful (and expensive) historic real estate in Miami!!
Stately Miami Historic Hotel. Fine dining evening restaurant is pricey . . . I recommend a courtyard lunch instead! Great food, reasonable price, amazing atmosphere! Take in the historic Lobby & Pool area while on-site. Great spot for lunch after a morning at Fairchild Botanic Gardens . . . then off to a driving tour through nearby Gables Estates to see some of Miami's best (and most expensive) historic real estate.
165 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Biltmore Hotel Miami Coral Gables
1200 Anastasia AveStately Miami Historic Hotel. Fine dining evening restaurant is pricey . . . I recommend a courtyard lunch instead! Great food, reasonable price, amazing atmosphere! Take in the historic Lobby & Pool area while on-site. Great spot for lunch after a morning at Fairchild Botanic Gardens . . . then off to a driving tour through nearby Gables Estates to see some of Miami's best (and most expensive) historic real estate.
Arts & Culture
Famous for it's street art and graffi, lots of unique shops, galleries, restaurants, & bars. Vibrant late night scene!!!
1332 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Wynwood
Famous for it's street art and graffi, lots of unique shops, galleries, restaurants, & bars. Vibrant late night scene!!!
Check out the colorful adjacent market. Lots of galleries & studio located behind the market and Cultural Center east of NE 2nd Ave,
28 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Centro Cultural Little Haiti
212 NE 59th TerraceCheck out the colorful adjacent market. Lots of galleries & studio located behind the market and Cultural Center east of NE 2nd Ave,
Museum Park - Miami's Cultural Coming of Age!!
605 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museo de Ciencias Phillip y Patricia Frost
1101 Biscayne BlvdMuseum Park - Miami's Cultural Coming of Age!!
Modern Art Musuem & Gardens & Science Museum! Stunning architecture!!
89 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Maurice A. Ferre
1075 Biscayne BlvdModern Art Musuem & Gardens & Science Museum! Stunning architecture!!
The Bass
2100 Collins AveMiami Beach Art Museum
Frank Gehry designed home for Miami's New World Symphy. Check out the beautiful Soundscape Public park. Symphony performances are piped to the park . . . public movie showings & morning yoga as well. Great picnic outing for family or romance on a budget for two. Google Soundscape Park for events schedule and details.
164 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
New World Center
500 17th StFrank Gehry designed home for Miami's New World Symphy. Check out the beautiful Soundscape Public park. Symphony performances are piped to the park . . . public movie showings & morning yoga as well. Great picnic outing for family or romance on a budget for two. Google Soundscape Park for events schedule and details.
Shopping
Just the Spot if you want to drop $800 for a pair of flip flops. For those who must . . . this is super high end shopping. More practically, a good spot to grab lunch and enjoy some great people watching (of the plastic and silicone type).
718 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bal Harbour Shops
9700 Collins AveJust the Spot if you want to drop $800 for a pair of flip flops. For those who must . . . this is super high end shopping. More practically, a good spot to grab lunch and enjoy some great people watching (of the plastic and silicone type).
Need to escape Miami's amazing outdoor life & unique arts & cultural scene? Shops, eats, theatre, and spending opportuniaties galore in this non-descript rambling air conditioned sanctuary of spending . . . uggghhhh!
2109 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Aventura Mall
19501 Biscayne BlvdNeed to escape Miami's amazing outdoor life & unique arts & cultural scene? Shops, eats, theatre, and spending opportuniaties galore in this non-descript rambling air conditioned sanctuary of spending . . . uggghhhh!