96 June 26 – July 2, 2025 miaminewtimes.com | browardpalmbeach.com NEW TIMES SaltyFlameRestaurant.com 1414 BRICKELL AVENUE MIAMI Steakhouse with an asian infuence 96 NEW TIMES B E S T º F M I A M I ® 2 0 2 5 Kats, and pretty much every trendy snack you’ve seen while scrolling on TikTok (yes, even that viral corn ice cream). The market also features a DIY instant ramen bar, where customers can choose from a wall of ramen packet dispensers and then cook their selection on the spot using the bar’s hot water station. Thanks to growing demand, the family recently opened a second location on Biscayne Boulevard in Miami’s Edgewater neighborhood. BEST FARMERS’ MARKET Coconut Grove Organic Farmers Market 3300 Grand Ave. Coconut Grove 33133 The Coconut Grove Organic Farmers Market is a one-stop shop for supple produce, pantry staples, a healthy and tasty lunch, but also for a massage, tarot reading, and a gift for that friend whose birthday you forgot. Every Sat- urday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., dozens of ven- dors gather in a tightly-packed lot off Grand Avenue for a grocery-shopping experience where we suggest you go hungry. Not only are there plenty of samples, but also vegan crunchwraps, truly the city’s best lil’ salads, and the most incredible raw fruit pies that’ll have you marking your calendar to return the next week. In residence is also TikTok’s fa- vorite “Hummus Guy” selling his fresh ta- hini-y dips and bread. Make the chore of shopping for potatoes into a full-day sensory experience when, after you’re stuffed, you walk it all off by sauntering around the Grove. BEST DELI House ºf Bagels and Bialys 14449 S. Dixie Hwy. Miami 33176 305-251-8666 We can sit here and debate what makes a good bagel all day — light and airy inside or dense and chewy — but whatever the texture you favor, we all know that House of Bagels and Bialys has the variety you crave. And for those wondering, seven days a week this Pal- metto Bay deli makes them fluffy with a snap at first bite for swarming regulars. But it’s not all about these (correctly textured) bagels. This beloved quick-service deli’s Reuben and hot pastrami sandwiches are stacked high with the meat of your choice and sliced to perfection with fresh toppings that satisfy even without all that meat. With ample op- tions for schmear and scoops of egg, chicken, and potato salad, locals come here for the simplicity, familiarity, and deli tradition. BEST BEER SELECTION Riverside Market 608 SW 12th Ave. Fort Lauderdale 33312 954-358-8333 and Riverside Market Plantation 6900 Cypress Rd. Plantation 33317 954-306-6819 theriversidemarket.com Riverside Market is the kind of place you stumble into once and immediately start planning your return. Tucked into a chill corner of Fort Lauderdale amid Sailboat Bend and Riverside Park, this family-run shop serves up one of the most jaw- dropping beer selections in the state — more than 550 bottles and cans, all nestled in self- serve coolers that practically beg you to explore and saun- ter by. The vibe? Bohemian rec room meets neighborhood clubhouse, with mismatched couches, wingback chairs and a lived-in coziness that feels a bit like your coolest buddy’s basement bar. Add in a killer pizza menu, gourmet sodas for the non-hoppers and an open front patio perfect with scattered picnic tables for pups and people-watching and you’ve got the kind of all-day, any-day hangout spot South Florida dreams are made of. And there’s a Plantation location, too. Pick a spot, crack a cold one, claim your couch and plan to stay awhile. BEST BREWERY (MIAMI) Unseen Creatures 4178 SW 74th Ct. Miami 33155 786-332-2903 unseencreatures.us Tucked away off the Palmetto in the heart of Bird Road’s Arts District sits Unseen Crea- tures, a brewery for lovers of craft beer and wild animal-themed decor. The team behind Unseen Creatures is dedicated to the craft and shares a very curated list of classic and seasonal brews. The people drink ‘em up with glee. It’s not just the bubbles they come for either. Unseen Creatures is on everyone’s list of places to team up with, including Mi- ami FC as their local craft beer partner. They host comedy shows, live music, Dungeons and Dragons game nights, watercolor events, poetry workshops, and even flea markets. And they offer a perfect pairing for any pint, cheeseburgers and fries whipped up right outside. BEST BREWERY (BROWARD) Invasive Species Brewing + Distilling 726 NE Second Ave. Fort Lauderdale 33304 invasivespeciesbrewing.com Invasive Species Brewing + Distilling isn’t just a brewery — it’s a full-on fever dream of Florida funk, booze-fueled brilliance, and untamed taxidermy all under one roof. Nes- tled in Fort Lauderdale’s art-splashed Fla- gler Village, this native-run hotspot churns out a wild, ever-evolving lineup of juicy IPAs, tongue-tickling sours and bold stouts that’ll knock your sandals right off. The taps are always stacked and never boring. Out back, a canopied pa- tio serves as the chill zone, often soundtracked by sizzling food trucks out front and buzzed conversation in between. Inside, expect a riot of natural history oddi- ties, mounted beasts and newer cocktail magic now that the team has added house- made spirits to the mix — think high-rye bourbon and other creative staples. Invasive Species isn’t just the best brewery in Bro- ward — it’s a Sunshine State postcard right in our back yard. Let’s cherish it. BEST BAR (MIAMI BEACH) Brother’s Keeper 1710 Alton Rd. Miami Beach 33139 786-882-3528 brotherskeeperbar.com A hop, skip, and a jump from Lincoln Road, Brother’s Keeper is an intimate watering hole that features a ton of neon lighting, a 25-foot- long aquarium at the bar, and welcoming-to- your-bottom velvet bar stools. The ‘80s throwback vibe is the creation of Chris Hud- nall and Randy Alonso of Lost Boy Dry Goods and Josh Elliot and Ellie Groden of QP Tapas. The menu offers gator bites and oysters easily paired with a classic martini or local brews. Brother’s Keeper promises grounded, honest, good food, drinks, and company in a city where sometimes what you see isn’t always what you get. BEST BAR (MIAMI) Mama Tried 207 NE First St. Miami 33132 mamatriedmia.com You’ve seen that neon sign that lights up NE First Street with flashy yellow letters that reads, “Mama Tried.” Indeed she did. What’s implied is that mama also kinda failed. And that unsupervised energy is what makes this bar the best in downtown. Opened in 2018, Mama Tried was an auto- matic hit with exactly the kind of stylish but seedy vibes you want out of a bar and happy hour prices that keep the night long and sloppy. While it’s open every day until 5 a.m., the crowds differ depending on the day and time. Your Mama Tried happy hour crowd, gossiping and playing billiards, is not the same as the midnight weekend crowd. The latter is more likely to be ass-shaking and rowdy. Plus, like Cheers, after a few visits, the bartenders will know the name your mama gave you. tled in Fort Lauderdale’s art-splashed Fla- gler Village, this native-run hotspot churns out a wild, ever-evolving lineup of juicy IPAs, tongue-tickling sours and bold stouts that’ll knock your sandals right off. The taps
