It’s rare that we head down south from our Flagami abode. Going to places like Dadeland is a trek, and it really has to be worth our while for us to make the trip. However, all you have to say is “Barley” and we’re there. The American brasserie recently debuted several new menu items, and we had a chance to try quite a few. If you need a compelling reason to visit Dadeland, Chef Jorgie Ramos is giving you plenty.
It’s finally here to stay: Downtown Dadeland’s Barley has a new permanent home, and it’s just a few blocks east of its original location. Despite landlord issues, construction setbacks and just about every other problem imaginable afflicting the American brasserie, Chef/Owner Jorgie Ramos and his team haven’t missed a beat and are back to cranking out the quality food that diners have come to expect.
Here are six reasons we’ve loving the new spot.
You always hear about the beauty of Costa Rica, the Central American country nestled between Nicaragua and Panama. The wildlife … the landscapes … the climate … There’s no denying that it’s paradise. But there’s an aspect of Costa Rica that, in our experience, doesn’t get the attention it deserves: the food.
Croquetas de Pollo from The Bazaar by José Andrés on Miami Beach.
Unexpected plating. Generous portion. Islas Canarias who?
