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La Mar: New Menu Items + Old Favorites = A Good Time

Brickell, Review December 1, 2016January 3, 2017Arroz Verde, Big Whole Fish, Candy Tuna, Chaufa Aeropuerto, chef diego oka, diego oka, dinner, Fuente Cebichera, Gastón Acurio, la mar, La Mar by Gaston Acurio, mandarin oriental, Mini Express Lunch Box, new menu, peruvian, Pork Omochi, Quinoa Tamal, Salmon Fusion, Soft Shell Crab Taco, Tiradito Bachiche, Veal Cheeks with Pallares

If you were to ask us where to go for brunch on a Sunday, La Mar by Gastón Acurio at the Mandarin Oriental would be one of our first recommendations. The Brickell Key restaurant’s brunch, which we tried last year, was — and continues to be — one of the best weekend deals in town. An extensive buffet spread and unlimited pisco sours? Yes, please.

But it wasn’t until a few weeks ago that we finally stopped in for dinner. Chef Diego Oka has been traveling the globe lately, and he’s come back and put all that worldly inspiration onto the plate. We were fortunate enough to take part in a 12-course affair that highlighted classic La Mar dishes as well as some new additions (shout out to Chef Oka for the hand-written menu).

Twelve courses is a lot, so we’ll keep this short and sweet. Cue the food porn.

Toscana Divino: Where Quality and Quantity Meet

Brickell, Review September 27, 2016January 3, 2017beef tartare, brickell, burrata caprese, cake, duck ragu, gelato, italian, mary brickell village, panna cotta, pappardelle, pappardelle finocchiona, pasta, Pici senesi all’anatra, pistachio, risotto, risotto cacio e pepe, toscana divino

Italian restaurants are a dime a dozen in Miami. It’s hard not to go a few blocks without stumbling across yet another eatery serving up our favorite carbs. With so much competition out there, it takes a real winner to stand out from the crowd.

Enter Toscana Divino, which has been a centerpiece of Mary Brickell Village for years now. Other tenants have come and gone, but the Italian restaurant has stuck around through thick and thin. Its longevity should come as no surprise, though. This is some of the best Italian food in town.

Coyo Taco Brings Tasty Tacos and Tortas to Brickell

Brickell, Review July 19, 2016January 3, 2017barbacoa, brickell, carnitas, chips, coyo taco, duck, grouper, guacamole, octopus, pato, pulpo, salsa, taco, tacos, torta

Brickell residents and visitors have a new place to get their taco fix: Coyo Taco. The Wynwood eatery opened a second location at Axis Brickell (1111 SW 1st Avenue) back in May, bringing its beloved Mexican street food experience across town. Guests can expect many of the classics from the original outpost, plus several items specific to the Brickell branch.

When we’re in Brickell and in the mood for Mexican food, we usually think of Cantina La Veinte. However, that’s not a place we can afford to eat at every day … but Coyo Taco is. Having visited Coyo’s Wynwood location and the now-defunct Shore Club location, we know to expect quality food at a reasonable price point.

For us, Coyo Taco is just what the neighborhood needs: a reliable fast-casual Mexican restaurant that won’t break the bank and is open late. And now with even more delicious items on the menu, it’s no surprise that Coyo has quickly become a neighborhood favorite.

Wag Wednesday: Wolfgang Birk & Moby and Ria

Brickell, Special Feature, Wag Wednesday June 22, 2016June 22, 2016area 31, brickell, rottweiler, wag wednesday, Wolfgang Birk

Over the past year, we’ve interviewed many members of the hospitality industry, and one constant among the interviewees has been a profound love for their pets. We thought it would be great to share this love with our readers. That’s why we launched an ongoing feature called “Wag Wednesday” to showcase industry peeps and their pets. Know someone who wants to be featured? Email us at bark@miamifoodpug.com.

This week, we’re featuring Wolfgang Birk, Executive Chef of Area 31, and his Rottweilers, Moby and Ria.

Wag Wednesday: Paul Greenberg & Cruz

Brickell, Special Feature, Wag Wednesday April 20, 2016November 26, 2016american social, American Social Bar and Restaurant, brickell, cruz, golden retriever, las olas, paul greenberg, wag wednesday

This week, we’re featuring Paul Greenberg, Partner at American Social, and his dog, Cruz. Read more