21 September 19-25, 2024 miaminewtimes.com | browardpalmbeach.com New Times | Contents | Letters | news | night+Day | CuLture | Cafe | MusiC | Recently voted The Best City To Live In by New Times Readers, Coral Gables is located just a few minutes from Downtown Miami and Brickell. The city offers curious diners everything from charming cafes to Michelin-starred experiences and more. Some of the finest chefs have chosen to call Coral Gables home: Thomas Keller of Three-Michelin- Starred French Laundry fame, Top Chef winner Jeremy Ford, and Fabio Trabocchi of Michelin-Starred Fiola are but a few that come to mind. Whether you’ve got your heart set on a hearty Cuban sandwich or a fancy night on the town, Coral Gables isn’t only the “City Beautiful,” it’s also now the “City Delicious.” with more great restaurants coming soon in- cluding Mister 01 Extraordinary Pizza, Dojo Izakaya, Melting Pot, Buccan, and Sra Martinez. With so many restaurants, choosing can be a daunting process. Here are 10 fabu- lous places to start your journey of flavor and beyond. Bachour 2020 Salzedo St., Coral Gables antoniobachour.com Chef Antonio Bachour is known the world over for his gorgeous pastries that are a feast for all the senses. At his namesake, Bachour, start with savory items like avo- cado tartines and steak frites and eggs before indulging in a rich coffee tart, ligh-as-a-feather macarons, or a berry shortcake – all made in-house. Bachour also offers weekend brunch and happy hour six days a week. Beauty and the Butcher 6901 Red Rd, Coral Gables www.beautyandthebutchermiami.com Beauty & the Butcher, the restaurant from Miami’s award-winning local restaurant group, Grove Bay Hospitality Group, showcases culinary excellence in a warm, inviting space. Located in the Coral Gables/South Miami neighbor- hood. Since its opening, the restaurant has garnered national recognition for its stellar cuisine, earning a coveted spot in the Michelin Guide.Complementing the culinary experience is Beauty & the Butcher’s stellar beverage program, featuring classic cocktails reimagined for the modern age. The restaurant offers a variety of signature cocktails, including the Belle Rose, the Little Piggy, and the Rock the Bells, alongside a selection of non-alcoholic options. Bouchon Bistro 2101 Galiano St., Coral Gables www.thomaskeller.com/coral-gables- florida/bouchon-bistro One of the world’s greatest modern chefs, Thomas Keller is best known for his Three-Michelin-Starred Napa Val- ley showcase, the French Laundry. At Bouchon Bistro, Keller offers his take on traditional French bistro fare. Start with fresh oysters on the half shell before en- joying favorites such as steak frites, trout amandine, or a croque madame. Best of all, you don’t have to fly to California – it’s right here in Coral Gables. cvi.che 105 coral GaBles 111 Palermo Ave #108, Coral Gables ceviche105.squarespace.com Miami's Peruvian food pioneer, CVI. CHE 105, is now open at The Plaza Coral Gables. World-renowned Peruvian gas- tronomy is honored by chef Juan Chipoco at CVI.CHE 105's fifth location. Featuring a diverse menu of traditional, seafood, nikkei and fusion options, combined with a refined and artistic golden ambiance as a tribute to the rich Inca culture. Experience the most famous Peruvian restaurant in the world today and multi-year winner for BEST CEVICHE in Miami New Times BEST OF MIAMI! Note: Boca Raton location is coming soon! eatinG house 128 Giralda Ave, Coral Gables eatinghousemiami.com In 2012, a young chef named Giorgio Rapicavoli opened Eating House, a restau- rant that “popped up” each evening in a cafe space in Coral Gables. The restaurant was an instant hit, thanks to Rapicavoli’s creative dishes that towed the line between comfort food and fine dining. The restau- rant has moved to a larger location right in the heart of Coral Gables, where the chef continues to push boundaries with playful dishes like pasta carbonara, mushroom tartare, and a grownup version of a “dirt cup” for dessert. Fiola MiaMi 1500 San Ignacio Ave., Coral Gables fiolamiami.com Chef Fabio Trabocchi has brought his Michelin-starred Washington D.C. powerhouse, Fiola, to Coral Gables. The restaurant offers sophisticated takes on classic Italian fare and an array of steaks and seafood. This white tablecloth experi- ence starts with an extensive raw bar menu, along with caviar service and continues with signature items like lobster ravioli and whole branzino. It’s a spectacular place for both posre lunches and romantic dinners. caja caliente 808 Ponce de Leon Blvd www.caja-caliente.com Chef/Owner Mika Leon’s cuisine is a must-have fast-casual, Cuban-inspired eatery that is home to Miami’s Original Cuban Taco and a BEST OF MIAMI win- ner. After being featured on the Cooking Channel’s Seaside Snacks & Shacks, the menu is getting even more creative. You can get a stuffed avocado filled with homemade ropa vieja. Or how about gator tacos? This spot is the toast of the Gables and something your stomach is sure to appreciate. sanGwich de MiaMi 111 Palermo Ave., Coral Gables sanguich.com If Miami had an official meal, it would be the Cuban sandwich. The combination of roast pork, ham, Swiss cheese, and pick- les rested inside soft Cuban bread and pressed to a crispy, golden brown simply cannot be beat. While you can get a good “Cubano” throughout the city, Sangwich de Miami is arguably the best. The key to its excellence lies in the details: the pork is marinated for a week in garlic and spices and roasted in-house, the bread is lovingly baked daily on premises, and the sandwiches are fashioned to order. Michelin awarded this humble sandwich shop a “Bib Gourmand” for its delicious- ness and value. vinya taBle 266 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables (also in Key Biscayne) vinyawine.com Wine lovers, rejoice! Vinya Table is a wine bar and bistro designed for wine lovers by wine lovers. Chic yet casual, Vinya Table offers dozens of small plate options and heartier fare like steaks and pastas. Choose a bottle from the ever-rotating se- lection or try several different wines by the glass. Stop in for Vinya’s daily happy hour from 3 to 6 p.m., and don’t forget to take a few bottles home from the wine shop. ZitZ suM 396 Alhambra Cir., Suite 155 Coral Gables zitzsum.com Chef Pablo Zitzman opened this small 30-seat restaurant in one of Coral Gables’ historical buildings. Here, Chef Zitzman offers an ever-changing seasonal menu that takes cues from his German/ Mexican/Colombian roots and his experi- ence in some of the finest restaurants in Hawaii, Hong Kong, and Japan. The restaurant offers both a la carte dining and multi-course tasting menus and has been awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand. In addition, the restaurant was a 2022 James Beard finalist in the “Best New Restaurant” category, and was named one of New York Times’ 50 Best Restaurants in America in 2022. The “City Beautiful” Is Redefining Dining in Miami Coral Gables is a beautiful city filled with treasures to explore, such as the Venetian Pool, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, Miracle Mile, and Lowe Art Museum (located on the University of Miami campus). It’s also home to Miami’s most delicious cornucopia of culinary delights. advertorial ————————————————————————————————————————————————————————
