Cinnamon bread gooeyness at Wicked Bread Co. | Wicked Bread Co. It’s under-the-radar no more for these finds. We all hear about a lot of the same restaurants. Sure, the bulk of them are doing something truly new/buzzworthy, have a storied history around town, and/or concoct some sort of culinary magic. But then there are the really, really, really good spots we don’t quite hear as much about. Perhaps these restaurants don’t have quite the marketing or PR machine behind them, don’t give an F about Instagram Reels, or have strategically kept a lower profile. Regardless, it’s time to shine a ligh ..read more

Inside Lafayette Steakhouse. | Craig Denis Taking over the former El Tucan space. Lafayette Steakhouse, a new American steakhouse from the creators of Queen Miami Beach, pays playful homage to Major General Marquis de Lafayette of “Hamilton” fame — just kidding. The venue, formerly home to El Tucán, opens to the public on Saturday, May 11, in Brickell. Carlos Rodriguez of Escala Forma Studio and Mathieu Massa, owner of Mr. Hospitality, designed the steakhouse. Its interior, just like the group’s other restaurants, is purposely over-the-top, featuring a dark jewel tone color palette of mahogany ..read more

Jumbo lump crab cake from Diplomat Prime. | Diplomat Prime Possibly South Florida's most diverse food scene Central Downtown Hollywood is the heart of the city’s dining scene, with small cafes, friendly bars, and dozens of dining choices. The area is undergoing a massive change, with many new residential buildings springing up almost daily. That also means a dining renaissance of sorts, with new, exciting restaurants opening quickly. Here are some of the most interesting dining choices in Hollywood right now ..read more

Food from Stanzione 87. | Stanzione 87 The restaurant is closing after 11 years in business After 11 years in business, the popular, long-standing Brickell pizzeria Stanzione 87 announced its surprising closure on Instagram on May 6. In an interview with Eater Miami, owner Franco Stanzione described the Brickell neighborhood the restaurant resided in as having drastically changed and oversaturated with alternatives since the restaurant opened. He said the restaurant had been dealing with consistently poor sales for nearly a year, making it clear that sustaining the business was untenable. Stan ..read more

Unsplah Because Mom deserves the Best It’s not that a midday meal loaded with excessive goodies like pancakes, eggs, and mimosas will take away all the worry, exhaustion, and tireless diligence mothers endure every day and forever, but it certainly can help. Cue in brunch: the quintessential favorite meal for many Miamians and certainly one of the most celebratory. We’ve rounded up top contenders that promise to help make Mother’s Day memorable. Reservations are recommended ..read more

Perricone’s/Facebook Restaurateur Steve Perricone is opting to spend more time with his family Perricone’s Marketplace & Café, the restaurant that had people flocking to Brickell when it was merely a street and not a city-within-a-city, is closing after 27 years in business. The restaurant, owned by Steve Perricone, was known for its family-friendly atmosphere, and it announced the news on May 3, stating that the last day of operation would be May 16. The restaurant opened its original location on October 16, 1996, in Brickell, across from a city park. That gave Perricone, a Brooklyn nativ ..read more

Under new ownership, the popular seafood restaurant makes its return to the 305 Catch, the glitzy seafood restaurant celebrities flock to, will make its grand return to Miami Beach on May 10. Previously situated on Miami Beach over a decade ago, the New York-based restaurant has reopened under new management with a new, significantly larger, and more opulent venue. The restaurant is now managed by partners Tilman J. Fertitta, Mark Birnbaum, and Eugene Remm of Catch Hospitality Group. This Miami Beach location is the latest addition to its growing national presence, joining New York, Los Angel ..read more

Spaghettoni alla gricia. | Eric Wolfinger Pasta is the star of the meal at this celeb-loved spot Mother Wolf, the highly acclaimed Italian restaurant from Los Angeles, is set to open a new location in the Miami Design District this fall. The restaurant from chef Evan Funke is known for its focus on Roman cuisine and celebrity clientele. “I’m excited to be bringing the mosaic of culinary traditions of Rome to Miami, a city that is overflowing with culture and endless experiences,” says Funke. Collaborating with Ten Five Hospitality, Funke, a two-time James Beard Award nominee, is best known fo ..read more

Tacos at Taco Tuesdays Taqueria in Delray Beach | Taco Tuesdays Taqueria From gourmet options to the best hole-in-the-wall finds American tacos have moved beyond traditional hard-shell tacos to a diverse array of flavors and styles. In South Florida, this evolution is evident with a variety of taco offerings, from street food vendors to upscale restaurants. For taco enthusiasts, this guide to the top 12 taco spots in Palm Beach County showcases the best places to experience the best tacos in town ..read more

Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images for Red Bull From croquetas to barbecue and everything in between As the Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix gears up for its third iteration at the Miami International Autodrome at Hard Rock Stadium from May 3-5, attendees can look forward to an upgraded culinary lineup this year. Following the event’s record attendance last year of over 300,000, this year’s grand prix will feature a wide array of food offerings that showcase the city’s best flavors. Here are the highlights. Sodexo Live runs the food operations at the stadium and oversees the food option ..read more