11 MARCH 13-19, 2025 miaminewtimes.com | browardpalmbeach.com NEW TIMES | CONTENTS | LETTERS | NEWS | NIGHT+DAY | CULTURE | CAFE | MUSIC | PLAN YOUR WEDDINGS | CORPORATE EVENTS SOCIAL EVENTS Dream Event VIEW OUR EVENT SPACES WWW.THERUSTYPELICAN.COM at 3201 RICKENBACKER CWY, KEY BISCAYNE, FL 33149 | 305.361.3818 BE SOCIAL WITH US! /RUSTYPELICANMIAMI miaminewtimes.com MIAMI NEW TIMES | CONTENTS | LETTERS | RIPTIDE | METRO | NIGHT+DAY | STAGE | ART | FILM | CAFE | MUSIC | ▼ MIAMI-DADE TWO LOCAL COFFEE SHOPS AMONG WORLD’S BEST In a city where the café culture is as hot as the weather, two Miami coffee shops — both ranked in New Times’ 11 Best Coffee Shops list — have just been crowned among the best on the planet. These aren’t your run-of-the-mill chains or tourist traps. We’re talking about spots that have earned their global recogni- tion by roasting, brewing, and serving up some of the finest cups of coffee you may ever taste. One of them is a homegrown Miami gem — considered Miami’s first-ever coffee roaster — that’s garnered well-deserved ac- claim for years, brewing beans with precision and passion. The other? A coffee shop where Cuban flavors meet bohemian charm, with sandwiches and coffee so good, they’ll have you wondering if you’ve stumbled onto a hid- den Miami treasure. Ranked No. 30 and No. 98 on the World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops list, these two Miami spots are redefining what it means to brew a perfect cup. Both have earned their place among the elite, offering more than just cof- fee — they provide an experience that show- cases the city’s vibrant coffee culture. Below, check out the Miami gems that made the prestigious list. First up at No. 30 is Panther Coffee, a Mi- ami original that’s been perfecting the art of coffee since 2010. What started as a small cof- fee roaster has since grown into an empire, with locations scattered across the city, from Coconut Grove to Wynwood. Owners Joel and Leticia Pollock have been hand-selecting the finest beans on buying trips and custom- roasting them in-house. Coming in at No. 98, there’s Tinta y Café, where Cuban flavors meet a Miami vibe. Founded by two Cuban-born, Miami-raised siblings, this spot brings together the best of Cuban café culture and the laid-back vibes of a true local haunt. From their signature “Tinta y Café” sandwich — prosciutto, pulled pork, and caramelized onions — to their “Noche Entera” medianoche, every bite is a reminder that Tinta is more than just a coffee shop. Pair your drink with a pastelito or some flan, and you’ve got the ultimate Miami café experience. And just to round it out, Café Grumpy in Coral Gables — a New York chain with a solid reputation — was listed at No. 57. While it’s not quite the hometown hero that Panther or Tinta is, it’s earned a spot among the world’s best. The World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops is a global recognition system that high- lights the top coffee destinations across the globe. Using a comprehensive set of criteria, including coffee quality, barista expertise, customer service, and sustain- ability, the list identifies coffee shops that excel in every aspect of the coffee experience. The voting process combines public input and expert evaluations to ensure fairness and transparency. Coffee enthusiasts vote for their favorite shops, while an expert panel weighs in to finalize the rankings. CLARISSA BUCH ZILBERMAN ▼ DOWNTOWN MAPLE & ASH BRINGS IDGAF ATTITUDE TO MIAMI A Chicago steakhouse that’s become a hotspot for anniversaries, celebrations, and birthdays is making its way to downtown Mi- ami this March. Maple & Ash, the modern wood-fired steakhouse known for blending high-end dining with flair (and a “f*@cking” edge), is opening at Miami Worldcenter (699 NE First Ave.) on Thursday, March 13. This marks the restaurant’s third location, following its original Chicago location in Gold Coast (opened in 2015) and in Scottsdale, Arizona (opened in 2019). At 22,000 square feet spread across two stories, the Miami location | TASTE TEST | ▼ Café Panther Coffee photo Panther Coffee is one of the best coffee shops in the world, according to 100 Best Coffee Shops THESE TWO SPOTS ARE REDEFINING WHAT IT MEANS TO BREW A PERFECT CUP.
