Shibui Japanese restaurant is a local family owned restaurant right in the neighborhood. It has been a hidden treasure since 1981. It did not take long to notice it after their great reviews and awards including City's Best sushi from AOL. Shibui not only keeps its traditional Japanese cuisine but it also has incorporate many fusion style dishes. This trendy local Miami restaurant has created original rolls like the Luisiana, Caliente, and Margy rolls that are now found all over other local Miami restaurants. The service there is top notch and their extensive menu offers many specialty rolls and fusion dishes.
One of their popular fusion dishes is a Japanese twist on the popular Peruvian ceviche. It is called “Japeruvian Ceviche” and I gave it a try since ceviche is one of my favorite dishes. Shibui added a spicy twist to the traditional ceviche. The plate was good for a change and a nice addition to their extensive menu. Even though they made kanisu in a salad style we wanted it to be in a cucumber roll and they went the extra mile and made it to our taste.
We were very happy with our dinning experience at Shibui, it is a great trendy local Miami restaurant. Some things you need to know that come with a trendy Miami restaurant are slightly higher prices and a longer wait. It is worth the wait and much better than waiting over an hour at big chain restaurants I’m not going to name names but it’s some sort of “Factory” and the prices are just as high. Shibui suggests making reservations, I suggest to do so on the weekends more than during the week. I walked in on Wednesday night this week and waited only a few minutes. If you don't want to wait call ahead to see how packed they might be. I also suggest requesting to sit upstairs because there is recessed seating with pillows for a change which I find adds to the experience, but taller people may not have much room for their legs upstairs.
If you do not normally chose to spend a lot on dinner save Shibui for your next special occasion. I know it is worth the money and I’m sure once you try it that won’t be your only visit. My dinner was delicious as usual and the location is also perfect for me. It's a great Miami Restaurant.
Hours: Monday through Saturday 6:00p.m.-11:30pm, Sunday 5:30 pm-11:00 pm
Directions:Map of Shibui Japanese Restaurant:305-274-5578 10139 SW 72nd St Miami, FL 33173, US
Friday, October 26, 2007
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
Ale Houses all over Miami
The Ale House was opened as a local meeting place and restaurant in Jupiter, Florida in 1988 by Jack and Claire Miller. Ever since then they have been growing steadily today there are 38 Ale House Restaurants! With more under construction!
Ale House restaurants are laid back restaurants that everyone in Miami is familiar with. There are different local Ale House restaurants around such as Kendall, Doral, North Miami Beach, and also Ft. Lauderdale. The Ale House is not my typical date place but it is a great place to go to watch a football game and have some finger foods. The chicken zingers at this restaurant are the best. They are offered in different levels of spiciness and in different sauces. I sometimes get barbeque or mild but that choice you should leave up to your taste buds.
The prices at Ale House restaurant are much less expensive compared to my Brickell dinning! It is an atmosphere of relaxation, sports, and fun. The restaurants are usually full especially when games are on but the bucket of beer 5 for $5.95 cannot be beat! It is a good restaurant to go to for a change and it doesn't matter where in Miami you are you have many locations to pick from. So the next time your budget is low but you are hungry and you want to get a lot out of your dollar get your friends together and head over to one of the local Miami Ale House restaurants in your area and enjoy.
Hours: Some Ale Houses are open later than others check your local Ale House for details
Doral Ale House: Map of Doral Ale House:305-629-9442 3271 NW 87th Ave Doral, FL 33172, US
North Miami Ale House: Map of North Miami Ale House:305-945-6878 3227 NE 163rd St North Miami Bch, FL 33160, US
Kendall Ale House: Map of Kendall Ale House:305-595-7448 11625 N Kendall Dr Miami, FL 33176, US
Ft. Lauderdale Ale House: Map of Ft Lauderdale Ale House:954-565-5747 2861 N Federal Hwy Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306, US
Ale House restaurants are laid back restaurants that everyone in Miami is familiar with. There are different local Ale House restaurants around such as Kendall, Doral, North Miami Beach, and also Ft. Lauderdale. The Ale House is not my typical date place but it is a great place to go to watch a football game and have some finger foods. The chicken zingers at this restaurant are the best. They are offered in different levels of spiciness and in different sauces. I sometimes get barbeque or mild but that choice you should leave up to your taste buds.
The prices at Ale House restaurant are much less expensive compared to my Brickell dinning! It is an atmosphere of relaxation, sports, and fun. The restaurants are usually full especially when games are on but the bucket of beer 5 for $5.95 cannot be beat! It is a good restaurant to go to for a change and it doesn't matter where in Miami you are you have many locations to pick from. So the next time your budget is low but you are hungry and you want to get a lot out of your dollar get your friends together and head over to one of the local Miami Ale House restaurants in your area and enjoy.
Hours: Some Ale Houses are open later than others check your local Ale House for details
Doral Ale House: Map of Doral Ale House:305-629-9442 3271 NW 87th Ave Doral, FL 33172, US
North Miami Ale House: Map of North Miami Ale House:305-945-6878 3227 NE 163rd St North Miami Bch, FL 33160, US
Kendall Ale House: Map of Kendall Ale House:305-595-7448 11625 N Kendall Dr Miami, FL 33176, US
Ft. Lauderdale Ale House: Map of Ft Lauderdale Ale House:954-565-5747 2861 N Federal Hwy Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306, US
Thursday, October 11, 2007
Hello...how are you?
Regulars at this great local Miami restaurant Su-Shin Izakaya have nicknamed it "Hello, how are you?" Don't be alarmed by all the noise that takes place during the rush-lunch hours. The reason behind the infamous nickname is the friendly greeting you can expect to receive every time you enter the restaurant. Each person gets a personal "Hello, how are you?" This guy is a character and he is half the experience of enjoying the great local sushi at the Japanese restaurant, Su-Shin Izakaya or as some like to call it "Hello, how are you?"
This Japanese restaurant is located in Coral Gables on Aragon. It is the perfect local restaurant to go to during lunch especially if you work in the Gables area. There are many companies located in the area where people will walk around Miracle Mile looking for lunch specials. This Miami restaurant has some great lunch specials on the menu for only $8.50.
This trendy local restaurant is usually packed but not to worry you will always be quickly seated. "Hello, how are you?" offers more than delicious Japanese food they also offer you a great dinning experience. There is also a menu on the chalkboard that goes across the whole wall. They have great rice noodles and filling soups. They offer a wide variety of appetizers and rolls as well, but they also have a whole bunch of other dishes written down on a blackboard for the more adventurous eaters. This place is amongst my favorite places to go get lunch in Coral Gables. I definitely recommend all the lunch goers in the Gables area to try this place out! Give this Miami restaurant a try and I bet after one visit you will be calling it "Hello, how are you?" with your coworkers.
Lunch Hours: Monday-Friday 11:30 am-3:00 pm
Dinner Hours: Monday-Saturday from 6:00 pm-11:00 pm.
Directions: Map of 159 Aragon Ave Coral Gables, FL 33134-5424, US
This Japanese restaurant is located in Coral Gables on Aragon. It is the perfect local restaurant to go to during lunch especially if you work in the Gables area. There are many companies located in the area where people will walk around Miracle Mile looking for lunch specials. This Miami restaurant has some great lunch specials on the menu for only $8.50.
This trendy local restaurant is usually packed but not to worry you will always be quickly seated. "Hello, how are you?" offers more than delicious Japanese food they also offer you a great dinning experience. There is also a menu on the chalkboard that goes across the whole wall. They have great rice noodles and filling soups. They offer a wide variety of appetizers and rolls as well, but they also have a whole bunch of other dishes written down on a blackboard for the more adventurous eaters. This place is amongst my favorite places to go get lunch in Coral Gables. I definitely recommend all the lunch goers in the Gables area to try this place out! Give this Miami restaurant a try and I bet after one visit you will be calling it "Hello, how are you?" with your coworkers.
Lunch Hours: Monday-Friday 11:30 am-3:00 pm
Dinner Hours: Monday-Saturday from 6:00 pm-11:00 pm.
Directions: Map of 159 Aragon Ave Coral Gables, FL 33134-5424, US
Monday, October 1, 2007
Why Food?
There should be a place where everyone can go to find out about the trendy local Miami restaurants. This is it! Whether you are a local looking for what's hot or you are a tourist and have a weekend to enjoy the fantastic Miami scene, this blog can help you with that. There may be a local restaurant that people say is trendy and it may turn out to be overrated and overpriced. You don't want to waste your time and money to go there. I want you to enjoy a local Miami restaurant with great food and a great atmosphere that is worth the trip. I am looking for those special days where the prices are not too much. I dine at these great local restaurants and in turn offer you my findings.
I just moved back to Miami and I need to know which local restaurants are the best. The only way to find out is by trying these trendy local restaurants myself. I will see if these restaurants live up to their name. I will tell you all about my experiences at these restaurants and what they have to offer you. Each week I will go to new local Miami restaurants to search for the best local restaurants. I will explore all areas of our trendy Miami. It can be anywhere from Kendall to Brickell and many other local areas! Some restaurants will be great for dinner and some places for lunch when you can enjoy half the price for a trendy and tasty dish.
I will tell all about my dinning experiences and see which restaurants are the real great local finds. Friends and family always want to know which places they should visit or take their friends in this trendy town. This is an easy way to choose what is right for you. I will find out which days and times are the best deals offered at these restaurants, so that you can make the most of your experience. This is a great guide for locals that enjoy the trendy scene and want to know the best way to spend less while still enjoying the best.
Going to Town...
Town Kitchen & Bar is a great local trendy restaurant in South Miami that opened in 2006. It is located right behind Sunset Place Mall. The cosmos at the bar and the choices on the menu are very trendy. You don't have to spend a lot to have a good meal here. The entrees range from $13-30. If want to save some cash, you can split a delicious brick oven pizza. On a girls night out I split a $25 dollar bottle of wine, a mushroom pizza, and for desert the signature gourmet cupcakes. One friend ordered a nice salad and she said it was very fresh and delicious.
Their selection of wines all under $25 are a great find for a local Miami restaurant. The restaurant decor is trendy and cosmopolitan. Make sure you have some time because it is not a fast-paced place. It is a great place to relax and have a glass of wine with your meal. This Miami restaurant is a great local restaurant. It's a local restaurant you can go to for dinner after shopping or after a movie. This local restaurant even has a trendy bar you can have cosmos at after work. If you want to splurge a little don't forget to try the four signature gourmet cupcakes they are delicious!
Lunch Hours: Monday-Friday 11:30 am-3 pm
DInner Hours: Monday-Saturday 6:00 pm-11:00 pm
Directions: Map of Town Kitchen & Bar:305-666-8096 7301 SW 57th Ave South Miami, FL 33143, US
Their selection of wines all under $25 are a great find for a local Miami restaurant. The restaurant decor is trendy and cosmopolitan. Make sure you have some time because it is not a fast-paced place. It is a great place to relax and have a glass of wine with your meal. This Miami restaurant is a great local restaurant. It's a local restaurant you can go to for dinner after shopping or after a movie. This local restaurant even has a trendy bar you can have cosmos at after work. If you want to splurge a little don't forget to try the four signature gourmet cupcakes they are delicious!
Lunch Hours: Monday-Friday 11:30 am-3 pm
DInner Hours: Monday-Saturday 6:00 pm-11:00 pm
Directions: Map of Town Kitchen & Bar:305-666-8096 7301 SW 57th Ave South Miami, FL 33143, US
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