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The Cheese Counter: Cheese and More in Miami

July 15, 2014 by

If you're looking for a fantastic sandwich or some artisan cheese head over to The Cheese Counter. Enjoy a delicious lunch in the rustic bistro portion of the store. The menu has a great selection of sandwiches and salads made with an interesting mix of ingredients and cheese of course. If you love cheese go for the cheese plates. You can create your own mix of cheese to sample a variety of flavors from over 100 cheeses and accompaniments to match. Sit outside in the garden area to people watch as you eat lunch. Once you're done with your meal take a look around the store portion of The Cheese Counter. A variety of cheese, breads, spreads, and more are on sale. Samples are plentiful — visit the website for a schedule of events like cheese tastings.

The Cheese Counter
3451 Northeast 1st Avenue
Miami, FL 33137
(786) 220-6681
http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-cheese-course-miami

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Edge: A Sophisticated Miami Steakhouse

June 17, 2014 by

This sleek, sophisticated steakhouse is located in the Four Seasons Hotel in downtown Miami. Edge's centerpiece is a horseshoe-shaped marble bar where you can refresh with one of their signature artisan cocktails like the BBQ Collins made with Knob Creek Bourbon and BBQ bitters. The food menu features expertly prepared cuts of meat and fish, charbroiled on an 1800-degree grill. Choose from Black Angus Filet Mignon, Prime Churrasco Steak, Butcher’s Cut Filet, Ahi Tuna, Aussie Lamb Chops, Florida Snapper, or the Seafood Grill with scallops, lobster, mahi-mahi, and shrimp. Stop in at lunchtime for a tantalizing roster of sandwiches, salads, burgers, grilled steaks, and seafood. Breakfast and Sunday brunch are also served. Edge is open Mondays through Sundays from 6:30 a.m. until 11 p.m.

1435 Brickell Avenue
Miami, FL 33131
(305) 381-3190

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Blue Collar: Southern Style Cuisine

May 20, 2014 by

Southern-style cooking gets an update at Blue Collar. The small restaurant is open and airy with light wood floors, big glass windows, and white chairs. Service is friendly and quick. The owner of Blue Collar opened the restaurant with the goal of creating a family style restaurant where all people can enjoy the diverse food. He succeeded. The menus is full of Southern favorites and American classics like cheeseburgers and grilled cheese. Make sure you start with an order of the Shrimp and Grits with cheese, bacon, and New Orleans style BBQ sauce. If you like duck order the Duck "McMuffin" topped with duck bacon, gouda, a duck egg, and duck au jus. Make sure you check out the chalkboard behind the counter for daily specials. End your meal with a piece of the incredible Bread Pudding.

Blue Collar
6730 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33138
(305) 756-0366
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MC Kitchen: Sophisticated Miami Dining

May 13, 2014 by

Dining out for a special occasion? Consider Miami's MC Kitchen. Chef Dena Marino has been praised in Food & Wine, Bon Appetit, Gourmet and Wine Spectator magazines, and MC Kitchen offers seasonal, modern Italian cuisine.

The classy and sophisticated decor is fitting of its location in Miami’s Design District and matches the elegance of Chef Marino’s dishes. Recommended first courses are the Artichoke Heart Bruschetta with shaved truffles, and the Stone Oven Roasted Octopus with black risotto. Favorite entrees are the Garganelli Bolognese and the Colorado Rack of Lamb. And the friendly and professional staff make every MC Kitchen diner feel welcome with attentive and knowledgeable service.

Visit the MC Kitchen website to learn more about this Miami restaurant.

MC Kitchen
4141 NE 2nd Avenue
Miami, FL 33137
(305) 456-9948
www.mckitchenmiami.com
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Burger and Beer Joint: A Miami Hot Spot for Great Burgers

April 15, 2014 by

Its simple name is deceptive, but Miami's Burger and Beer offers gourmet upgrades to this classic combination. The “Hotel California” is their most popular sandwich made with Prime Angus beef, and topped with guacamole, grilled onion, jalapeno relish, cilantro sour cream, sharp cheddar and a fried egg. If you like spicy food, try the “Sympathy for the Devil.” If you're looking to indulge, go for the $32 Stairway to Heaven burger – a 10 oz Wagyu beef patty topped with 3 oz of foie gras, and a black truffle demi glaze and served with a side of duck fat fries with parsley and roasted garlic aioli! The bar boasts a large list of bottled beers, as well as spiked adult milk shakes. Although Burger and Beer can seem to be on the pricey side, the large portions make this Miami restaurant a good value.

Burger and Beer Joint
900 S. Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33130
(305) 523-2244
www.bnbjoint.com
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Michy’s: Luxurious Comfort Food

April 8, 2014 by

Luxurious comfort food is how owner/chef Michelle Bernstein describes the menu at this brightly decorated little bistro. Fresh local seafood and seasonal ingredients from local producers all expertly prepared have earned Michy’s a loyal following. Favorites are the White Gazpacho, a delectable chilled blend of white grapes, marcona almonds, and cucumbers. Peruvian-style Ceviche, Tuna Tartare, Heirloom Tomato Salad, and Duck Confit are other taste-pleasers on the starter menu. Entrees include Short Ribs Falling Off the Bone, Whole Yellowtail Snapper, Seared Halibut, and Lemon Ricotta Gnocchi. Order the family-style tasting menu and let Chef Michelle fete you with a variety of delectable dishes. Whatever you order, be sure to save room for one of the fabulous desserts, like Deep Fried Pineapple Pie with caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream. Yum!

6927 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33138
(305) 759-2001
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Metro Organic Bistro: Healthful Fare in Miami

March 11, 2014 by

As the name suggests, Metro Organic Bistro is Miami’s destination for organic fine dining. The small menu features light American fare and most ingredients are organically grown and locally sourced. Recommended starters include the salmon carpaccio with fennel and capers, as well as the croquette salad, beets and warm goat cheese croquettes over a bed of baby arugula. Entrees range from sandwiches and burgers from grass fed beef, to steaks and chops, including free range braised chicken. Vegetarians and meat eaters alike recommend the sprouted chickpea cakes topped with avocado, butter beans, tomatoes and a lemon vinaigrette.

The 1950s South Florida architecture and simple modern decor give the place character and friendly service ensures an enjoyable experience. Indoor dining is limited, but there is plenty of space on their patio.

Metro Organic Bistro
7010 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33138
(305) 751-8756
www.metroorganicbistro.com
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Bulldog Barbecue: Miami Barbecue from a Top Chef Contestant

February 12, 2014 by

Burgers and barbecue are often cooked by self-trained ordinary pit masters, but at Bulldog Barbecue in Miami, you'll enjoy food from Top Chef contestant Howie Kleinberg. And it likely won't disappoint, as customers find it to be some of the best brisket around. Get it served as a platter with cornbread, slaw, and your choice of traditional sides.

Bulldog offers offer both a tomato and mustard based barbecue sauces. There are an array of specialty burgers as well, and for those that like spicy, “The Heat” burger is a must with its pepperjack cheese, bacon, jalapeno marmalade and fried pickled jalapenos. Complement your meal with the homemade lemonade or a thick milkshake. Bulldog brings the no-frills barbecue tradition to South Florida.

Bulldog Barbecue
15400 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33160
(305) 940-9655
www.bulldog-bbq.com
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Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink

January 21, 2014 by

Michael's Genuine Food & Drink is a vibrant Miami bistro that has earned a huge number of fans for consistently turning out uber-yummy dishes crafted from fresh, local ingredients. Refreshing specialty cocktails, craft beers, and savory noshes to munch with your drink like Steamed Mussels, Chili Chicken Wings, and Crispy Hominy with Chili and Lime are part of what pleases patrons here. Full entrees include Wood-oven Roasted Swordfish, Bone-in Ribeye, and Whole Poulet Rouge Chicken. Sunday Brunch combines a luscious array of sweet and savory dishes like Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, Duck Confit Hash, Breakfast Pizza with smoked bacon, Monterey jack cheese, and egg, and Slow Roasted Pork Shoulder with Cheese Grits. Be sure to save a spot in your tummy for one of Pastry Chef Hedy’s luscious desserts, like Peach Hungarian Shortcake or Brown Butter Cake with bing cherries. 

130 NE 40th Street
Miami, FL 33137
(305) 573-5550
 
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Rok:Brgr: Miami’s Burger Gourmet

January 14, 2014 by

If you love gastropubs and gourmet burgers, try Miami’s Rok: Brgr. Their 17 specialty burgers combine creative flavors and ingredients to make a memorable meal. Most start with handmade patties using fresh Certified Angus beef and are cooked to order. The “King James” burger is one of their more popular offerings, topped with Brie, Kurobuta pork belly, red onion marmalade and truffle aioli. The “Bacon Jam” with Brie and the house maple bourbon bacon jam is a close second. These burgers can be expensive, but regulars find value in the difficult to replicate taste and great service. If you want a Rok:Brgr experience on a budget, stop in on Monday night, when all burgers are $10, but there are specials every day of the week. Regulars find the patio to be the best place to dine.

Rok:Brgr
5800 SW 73rd Street
Miami, FL 33143
(305) 663-6099
www.rokbrgr.com
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