Category: Food

New restaurants, a cool rooftop bar, and even a bluefin tuna cutting ceremony with six course dinner experience, all in Eating News in Miami for March, 2026.
It’s wonderful to see top chefs opening restaurants with more different ethnic cuisines in Miami and doing it well, from the menu offerings and  exciting and very different taste sensations, to the décor and service. Such is the new French-Indonesian Wayan in Wynwood that’s the creation of dynamic husband and wife duo Cedric and Ochi Vongerichten. You might recognize the last name --- Cedric is the son of star chef Jean Georges. The couple brought the Wayan concept from downtown Manhattan where it opened in 2019. It’s currently one of the only Indonesian restaurants in the Michelin Guide in America.
The Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival returns February 19-22, 2026, for its 25th anniversary with thoughtful new programming that mirrors Miami’s cultural depth, from Afro-Caribbean celebrations and coffee culture to playful, trend-forward concepts like “Haute Potato” and intimate chef collaborations. Here's a day by day rundown.
Several girlfriends’ birthdays are coming up and now I know the new restaurant that’s a wonderful new choice for a dinner celebration, Bagatelle Miami River. Many restaurants say they’re “an experience” but this one really is: the lovely outdoor terrace inspired by the golden age of the Cote d’Azur with view of the river and Miami skyline; eye popping presentations, many tableside; delicious cuisine from Michelin trained chefs;  live music; and warm, friendly service. And then there’s the Sunday brunch in a large bar area with cabanas, live music and dancing,  with "a beach vibe".
February being the peak month of the peak season means top things to do in all our favorite areas -- food, culture and entertainment. Boating too! Check them out!
Happy New Year, and all the best to you and yours! This is the time of year when I look back at what’s happened in the world of dining over the past 12 months and what might be coming next. What’s going on with restaurant prices, which cuisines are gaining momentum, Miami’s growing role as a culinary capital, the dishes diners are craving, and more.
Here’s part 2 in  a roundup of the best lunch specials Miami for as low as $25 for two courses and three courses at top restaurants for the price of an entree at dinner! I've updated the prior specials and added new restaurants. These are specials in the Brickell area/downtown, Miami River,  and the Design District . In case you missed the best lunch specials Miami  Part 1 (just updated) featuring Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Aventura and Bal Harbour, click here.
With prices increasing for dining out,  I thought we could all use info on lunch specials so here are the updates on Parts 1 and 2. Plus we've made additions, indicated by "NEW". Here's Part 1  on quality lunch specials around town. Based on the quality/value, you may want to even consider having a celebratory lunch rather than dinner. As you'll see, you can get a three course lunch at some of the top restaurants in town for the price of an entree at dinner (or even less)!  Here's Part 1, lunch deals in Miami Beach, Bal Harbour,  Aventura, Coconut Grove, and Coral Gables. Coming up, an updated Part 2 with Brickell area/downtown, Miami River,  the Design District.
Coconut Grove is fast becoming “the” place to be, so no surprise that the savvy Major Food Group recently opened the second Miami outpost of its very popular Carbone Italian restaurant here, albeit with new twists and a new name: Carbone Vino. The concept leans into a wine-centric menu while paying homage to the original restaurant on Thompson Street in New York. It reminded me of New York’s Little Italy in its neighborhood feel, though a little “glammed up,” comfortable, and with professional and friendly staff. Carbone Vino has the signature restaurant dishes and some new additions. We really enjoyed it.