If you'd like to see your restaurant listed, send an email to Rochelle Oliver at Roliver@Metromix.com.
Just In
New restaurants in your area
By Rachel Galvin, Metromix
May 29, 2008If you'd like to see your restaurant listed, send an email to Rochelle Oliver at Roliver@Metromix.com.
Cut 432
432 East Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach561-272-9898
April 24 officially marks the opening of Cut 432. This new Delray steakhouse is seeking to be a “cut above the rest.” The stylish Cut 432 will have rare A5 Kobe, seafood cooked in a wood-burning oven and unique side items: blue cheese tater tots, truffled mac and cheese and buttered edamame. They will even serve Hudson Valley foie gras.
Por Fin
2500 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Coral Gables305-441-0107
Por Fin, translated as “finally” has arrived to much fanfare presenting Spanish-Mediterranean cuisine, with selections like cod fritters, eggs, paella and short ribs. Pair a spicy selection with a Spanish wine while lounging in style and admiring the authentic villa-esque décor. Reservations required.
Forte Palm Beach
255 Clematis St. , West Palm Beach561-833-3330
As part of West Palm Beach's Clematis Street renewal, the much-anticipated Forte di' Aspirinio finally opens March 1. This 5,500-square foot 175-seat locale is the first signature restaurant by "Top Chef's" Steven Aspirinio. The restaurant will combine Italian cuisine with modern flair in a cultured and social setting.
China Grill
1881 SE 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale954-759-9950
With a menu that has more than 40 artistically-presented selections, Jeffrey Chodorow’s fifth China Grill opens March 13 in Ft. Lauderdale. Guests can partake in lobster pancakes, lamb spare ribs and tempura sashimi, just part of the world cuisine found in this stylish and energetic hotspot.
Badrutt's Place
1250 South Miami Avenue, Miami305-415-0070
Feeling uber-chic with a side of European wanderlust? Then travel to Miami’s newest hot spot, Badrutt’s Place, the Swiss palace where the jet set have chilled since 1896. This place has ultra-modern décor from Philippe Starck and food straight out of Europe! Octopus carpaccio anyone?
1 Bleu
10295 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour305-455-5460
Embodying the concept of “art de vivre,” 1 Bleu Restaurant and adjacent View Bar will open March 3. With an ocean view terrace, 1 Bleu is only the second nationally to have a partnership with Le Cordon Bleu, serving everything from seafood to Kobe beef.
Fatburger
947 Washington Ave. , Miami Beach305-534-9696
Although founder Lovie Yancey died at the age of 96 on January 26, her Fatburger legacy lives on. Now the pure beef patties are in South Beach. The new 3100 square foot location will also pump out the rock n' roll hits that have made this joint famous.
Ariston
940 71st St., Miami Beach305-864-9848
A getaway to Greece doesn’t necessarily mean jumping on a plane. It can be a trip to Ariston Restaurant. Designed like a Greek Taverna with a fountain view, this locale serves everything from Greek salad to gyros with wine and beer. Ask about the prix fixe menu.
Stir Crazy
14571 sw 5th St., Pembroke PinesEver had a desire to pick your own vegetables and meats, top with a sauce of your choosing and have it stir-fried before your very eyes? Then, this is the place for you. Feeling non-creative? This vibrant locale also has an ordinary Asian menu.
Bambino Grande
235 Washington Ave.,
Miami Beach
305-674-1155
When an actor goes culinary, the result is sure to be dramatic. Johnny Pascucci isn’t running a diet show, to the contrary. Bambino Grande features Rat Pack-approved tunes and pasta dishes better than momma makes. All this, for under $12. Such a deal!
Sake Room
1800 Biscayne Blvd., Miami305-755-0122
At Sake Room, the red walls, paper lamps and Asian accents are overpowered by the star of the show, sake. Let the good times roll! Other spirits like champagne, plum wine and Japanese beer play backup. For sustenance, try tuna tartare or the Sake Room roll.
Christine's Restaurant and Wine Bar
2671 E. Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale954-566-1919
Christine’s décor is simple (with movie posters and celebrity portraits from W) but its culinary style is much more complex. Its menu includes South Florida cioppino and pappardelle (look it up). Also enjoy entertainment on selected evenings and a large selection of wine.
H & H Cafe
1118 25th St., West Palm Beach561-868-7839
Healthy bagels? Who knew? On Feb. 13, Hole and Hearty introduced H&H Café at Cosmo & Co. in The Slade. Good-for-you ingredients are packed into their heart smart bagel and one-a-day vita bagel to name a few.
Andu
141 SW 7th St., MiamiAndu Restaurant & Lounge has sensuous décor and a mix of Mediterranean and International delights. Indulge in starters like the lamb gyro or main plates like porcini cannelloni or beef tenderloin. Try a cilantro martini or a ginger mint lemonade to quench your thirst.
