106 June 18–24, 2026 miaminewtimes.com | browardpalmbeach.com NEW TIMES BEST FOOD HALL MIA Market Food Hall 140 NE 39th St., Suite 241 Miami, 33137 305-456-3070 miamarket.com In Miami’s Design District, there is a hidden food hall that sits on the second floor of Palm Court, a spot you could easily miss without a little exploring. Find it, and you’re rewarded with Michelin-worthy cuisine without the has- sle of securing a reservation or paying fine-din- ing prices. Sushi Yasu Tanaka offers omakase; Chèvre Miami serves cheese, wine and sand- wiches; Jaffa Miami brings Middle Eastern fare; and Miami Nice has New American clas- sics. Whether you’re in the mood for diverse flavors or a quick sweet treat, you can mix and match bites from several vendors in just one visit. Of course, the experience isn’t complete without a craft cocktail or mocktail from The Bar, located at the center of the market. BEST FOOD TRUCK Piadina 305 | La Gnocca 8455 NW 53rd St., Ste. 106 Doral, 33166 305-414-0942 piadina305.com Born in Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region, pia- dina is one of Italy’s most beloved street foods: a thin, warm flatbread folded around high- quality meats, cheeses and fresh ingredients. Alex Palumbo’s food trucks bring this Rimi- nese staple to Doral Yard, so you can taste tra- ditional flavors without taking a 10-hour flight. You can trust the technique. He and his family have been serving piadina to Floridians since the late ‘90s. The food truck menu also fea- tures pastas, charcuterie boards, salads, des- serts, and vegan and vegetarian options, with most dishes priced between $16 and $25. BEST DINING MEMBERSHIP ZZ’s Club (Major Food Group) 151 NE 41st St., Ste. 117 Miami, 33137 zzsclub.com Are you obsessed with Carbone but sick of not getting a table? Why not join the club? ZZ’s is a part of Major Food Group, the famed hospitality team behind Carbone, Dirty French and other global eateries. ZZ’s invites serious, affluent foodies into its private circle, offering a clubhouse complete with a modern Japanese restaurant, a sports bar, a cigar terrace and a lounge with musical performances. All you have to do is apply — and pay a $5,000 annual fee, after paying a $13,000 one-time initiation fee. If that’s too rich for your blood, you can still steal a glimpse at the goodies with the courtyard lunch service that’s open to the public. Expect the in-house restaurant to serve miso caesar salad, the freshest sushi, wagyu beef, potatoes topped with caviar, and mochi ice cream sandwiches. Those who make the cut can take advantage of members-only events. Football Sundays are a whole thing, pairing collabs with other restaurants and all-day games on a giant TV. Members also get priority seating at Major Food Group’s hot spots in town, so you’ll never have to worry about Carbone reservations again. BEST HIDDEN GEM RESTAURANT (BROWARD) Kan’s Thai Kitchen 4838 N. Federal Hwy. Fort Lauderdale, 33308 954-626-0851 kansthaikitchen.com This family-owned spot is run by a mother- and-daughter team that serves Thai food so good, it earned the prestigious Thai Select certification from the Royal Thai Govern- ment — a distinction reserved for restaurants that uphold the highest standards of authen- ticity and quality. Diners rave about the northern Thai khao soi, the rich Massaman curry, the fragrant green curry duck, and the expertly prepared noodle soups. Kan often greets guests herself, making every visit spe- cial. If you’ve been to Thailand and still crave the flavors you tasted while traveling, this is the spot. BEST HIDDEN GEM RESTAURANT (MIAMI-DADE) Coral House Italian Restaurant 1762 Coral Way Miami, 33145 786-502-3238 coralhousemiami.com One of Miami’s best Italian restaurants sits inside a converted residence behind a curtain of tropical greenery, giving it the feel of a se- cret neighborhood gathering spot. The menu focuses on wood-fired pizzas, handmade pas- tas, fresh salads and classic Italian comfort food served at refreshingly reasonable prices. A tree-lined terrace strung with twinkling lights creates an atmosphere that encourages guests to order one more glass of wine, one more slice of pizza or one more plate of pasta. BEST HOTEL RESTAURANT Aviv 2341 Collins Ave. Miami Beach, 33139 305-768-1386 avivsb.com Helmed by James Beard Award–winning chef Michael Solomonov and restaurateur Eªt & Drink ALWAYS IN YOUR FEED. CHOOSE YOUR CHANNEL
