CORAL GABLES
CAFFE ABBRACCI
This is the type of white-tablecloth, ruby-lighting, and dome-ceilinged Italian joint where a goodfella (and good Italian) like Tony Soprano would be a regular. That’s probably why—save for
the al dente pasta and socialite clientele—it’s been an under-theradar hot spot for almost three decades. 318 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables, 305-441-0700; caffeabbracci.com
COPPER 29 BAR
Coral Gables’ first legit cocktail bar is shaking and stirring up creative concoctions with ingredients such as chia seedinfused vodka, avocado honey syrup, and Cabernet air foam. Bottoms up. 206 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, 786-580-4689; copper29bar.com
GEORGE’S IN THE GROVE
Nestled among the cozy, treelined streets of the Grove, George’s serves up traditional French favorites, including its famed lamb shank, braised to perfection for more than three hours. 3145 Commodore Plz., Coconut Grove, 305-444-7878; georgesinthegrove.com
GLASS & VINE
Chopped winner and culinary mastermind Giorgio Rapicavoli is at it again, only this time he’s dishing out Florida stracciatella, charred cauliflower, and Florida beer-spiked PEI mussels with sour orange at what is arguably Coconut Grove’s most stunning eatery. 2820 Mcfarlane Road, Coconut Grove, 305-200-5268; glassandvine.com
GREENSTREET CAFE
With cinnamon-roll pancakes and white peach purée Bellinis on the menu, it’s no wonder lines are forming around the block for brunch at this café. And at any other time of day, you can feast on popular offerings like braised short ribs with polenta and truffle honey or crab and lobster ravioli. Whiskey Wednesdays are still happening, by the way. 3468 Main Hwy., Coconut Grove, 305444-0244; greenstreetcafe.net
JOJO TEA
Want to know the origin of oolong? Make a reservation with Jojo founder and local tea guru Michael Ortiz, and he’ll gladly fill you in during an omakase tea experience that will give you a newfound appreciation for the ancient art. 951 SW 42nd Ave., #305, Miami, 305-322-9521; sipjojo.com
LOKAL
What’s better than a burger? A burger between two scrumptious doughnuts from The Salty Donut. Get yours at this Coconut Grove burger and craft beer joint. 3190 Commodore Plz., Miami, 305-4423377; lokalmiami.com