New Times

2800 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, FL 33137

cindy w. writes: The gritty, free alternative paper in the area, the New Times covers/analyzes MIami politics, people, and events from a different perspective from the big local media. It's events listings are enormous and can get you pounding the pavement looking…

Blu La Pizzeria Del Sole

7201 SW 59th St
South Miami, FL 33143

Diana C. writes: Pizza here is great (Maremoto, and Scamorza eGamberi are two of my favorites).  Appetizer portions are somewhat generous and are delicious too - be sure to try the mixed marinated seafood apetizer and the prosciutto and cheese plate.
This is also one…

Shoji & Shoji Sushi

100 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Carlos D. writes: Definitely my favorite Sushi on the beach and the east side of Miami. Fresh fish, creative and delicious rolls, best sushi rice on the planet (I've become somewhat of a connoisseur on that front thanks to my rice bowl eating girlfriend.)

I eat a lot…

Soli Organic Ice Cream

7209 SW 59th Ave
South Miami, FL 33143

Nydia G. writes: Frozen love in a freshly made cone.
This place is fantastic!
Make sure you get your ice cream in a cone, not a cup. They're always warm and yummy.

Everything is made with organic ingredients and sweetened with agave nectar.

B Fashion Accessories

7535 Kendall Dr
Dadeland Mall
Miami, FL 33156

cindy w. writes: B Fashion is a trendy accessories boutique chain in South Florida where I go to score the perfect touch for my ensembles. Its goods have an up-to-the-minute upscale look without the price pinch you'd get buying at an expensive department store.…

Royal Palm

1545 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Steve M. writes: Just a quick summery for you boys and girls:
Two best thing about this hotel are.

A.The temperature inside the hotel is so low on the hot summer days, that the windows fill up with condensation.  This give the hotel a really "chill" while keeping you…

Baptist Hospital of Miami

8900 N Kendall Dr
Miami, FL 33176

cindy w. writes: This hospital looks like a ritzy resort when you approach it, I like to call it the Biltmore effect as Baptist Hospital has lush green landscape, spanish architectural elements, etc. and it does have an excellent reputation in Miami-Dade. I saw an…

Miami MetroZoo

12400 SW 152nd St
Miami, FL 33177

Larry G. writes: The Miami Metrozoo claims to be one of the top 10 zoos in America.  I believe it.  This is one of the best zoos that I've been to.

Now, people may complain that it's too big and that the animal displays are spread out too far apart.  Actually, I kinda…

All 4 One Towing Corp

3188 NW 45 St
Miami, FL 33142

Carlos B. writes: My dumbass was flyin' round in an exotic rental...nex tin u know, i ran over a curb. I called this company through a good reference and he showed up in 20 min...with a flatbed. A true lifesaver

Bloomingdale's

8778 SW 136th St
Miami, FL 33176

Deborah N. writes: I've had great service at Bloomindales, especially in their homewares department.  Yes, it is the home of $16,0000 mattress sets, but they also carry some very nice, fairly affordable, higher end home items too.  Haven't had much of a chance to shop…

Sailboards Miami

1 Rickenbacker Causeway
Miami, FL 33255

Katherine M. writes: Learn to windsurf, rent a kayak and have a great time exploring Key Biscayne.  Fun way to discover the backside of Vizcaya Mansion.  Kayak rentals are $20 per hour and higher than other shops in the area though this is a good location... paddle out…

Matheson Hammock Park

9610 Old Cutler Rd
Miami, FL 33156

Maria A. writes: I grew up going to this park. Mom and tias packing up all the kids with enough food to feed a small army of loud children. That was back in the days of station wagons and Saturday morning cartoons. We'd always drive down Sunset passing the Bakery…

Kahuna 'Awa Kava Bar

3104 NE 9th St
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33310

Patrick W. writes: Where has the subculture of Fort Lauderdale been lurking? They all like to numb their throats with kava and discuss worldly issues beachside. Who knew? Check it out-- If you don't dig, work on finding your soul first.

The Blue Dolphin

725 N Birch Rd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Patrick W. writes: I fell in love here. Simply put. The Dolph will always be a fond memory of mine.

L A Hardware Inc

2785 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33140

Mike V. writes: A year later and....I still love the place! When I need 'stuff' to fix other 'stuff', sometimes I do not know what kind of stuff it is I need, or where what I need, want or think I need is. So the folks here kinda know that, and help me out. Any…

Miami International Merchandise Mart

777 NW 72nd Ave
Miami, FL 33126

JD N. writes: This seems to be the precursor to all discounted things in Miami-Dade before the outlet Dolphin Mall was made. And it's still going on - and still going strong.

But really, this Miami Mart is a wholesale mall to cater to the needs of the exporters,…

Rosinella Downtown

1040 S Miami Ave
Miami, FL 33130

Rob C. writes: 2 locations, this one on the edge of mary brickell village
daily menu specials
inexpensive italian, quite popular
a comfort food type of place
tried the fusilli with chicken, peppers, olive oil
pasta didn't taste home-made but was ok.
prosciutto panini…

Rock a Bangkok

13718 SW 88th St
Miami, FL 33186

JD N. writes: Solid Thai restaurant. Spring rolls could be better, but everything else that I've had was good!

I've had the Lotus Chicken ($11.95) and the Ginger Beef ($12.95). There's also lunch specials. Definitely a worthy spot for West Kendall.

ME Productions

2000 SW 30th Ave
Pembroke Park, FL 33009

Tracy P. writes: they did a friend of mine's wedding that was just the best and most memorable event ive ever been to!  the florals and decorations were stunning.
everything was just fabulous!

New Wave Billiards

1403 SW 107th Ave
Miami, FL 33174

JD N. writes: The bar food here is much better than the bar food at the Fish Shack on SW 8th St. west of the Turnpike. Even the beer in the pitcher tastes better.

This pool hall is big and popular with FIU college students in the area. It is also known for low…

Bland & Associates Insurance

7100 Hollywood Boulevard
Hollywood, FL 33024

Lisa S. writes: Ron Smith at Bland and Assoc. Insurance is the most honest insurance agent ever.  He is very knowledgeable and helpful.  He often helps people understand what insurance they need and saves them money buy  making sure they don't over insure.  He helps…

Braseros Steakhouse

4285 NW 107th Ave
Doral, FL 33178

Javier M. writes: Came to Braseros on Saturday afternoon with family and friends, I was craving some BBQ and my Mom told me that the cut and the meat here was great (coming from a nutritionist chef she would know)

So we came and ordered us some combination platters…

Globe Cafe & Bar the

377 Alhambra Cir
Coral Gables, FL 33134

Maria A. writes: Great happy hour place. Good outdoor seating and since it sits on Alhambra one of the biggest streets in the Gables, you'll have a nice wide sidewalk.

The drinks are good. Prices are reasonable and the service is great.

I recommend the brie appetizer…

Miami Improv

3390 Mary St
#182
Miami, FL 33133

Gabyyyy y. writes: Love this place!  So many good laughs!  They bring some of the biggest names in stand up, and it's reasonably priced.  The food is good, the drinks... mmm... stick to beer.  
If you sign up on their website or add them to your myspace you get great…

Jaguar Restaurant

3067 Grand Ave
Miami, FL 33133

Jessica L. writes: I had the most fantastic lunch here.

I got the ceviche sampler - they were all very good (pricey though).
White sangria (very yummy)
A salad.

I sat in the sun outside and took my time. Jorge my server was very nice and made suggestions and let me enjoy…

West Elm

8805 Dadeland Boulevard
Miami, FL 33156

Joel C. writes: OK, I have never stepped into this store but made my purchase via phone!  Since Atlantic Station did not have the Slipper Chairs I was looking for nor did they want to sell the floor models, my partner said I should give the other West Elms a call.…

True Religion

644 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Kymm P. writes: I heart True Religion.

Back in Boston, the only way to grab a pair is to check out Saks, Neiman Marcus, or Jasmine Sola (now closed).

So when I stumbled upon an ACTUAL True Religion store, I was pumped. The layout is simple enough, guys on the left,…

Essex House Hotel & Suites

1001 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Mina A. writes: Stayed at this hotel 3 years ago, Spring break.  Loved it.  Although not the nicest hotel, per se, it is affordable (or was, I should say, as the rates have probably gone up) - especially for the location.  And it's got a cute little pool and a…

La Provence French Bakery

1627 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Katie P. writes: The baked delights were so great here we just kept coming back.  Over the course of the weekend I tried the fruit cup with granola (great - although very heavy on the pineapple), the raspberry scone (exceptional!) and the mushroom pizza (not my…

Atlantic Bar & Grill

1024 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Kingpin X. writes: Hmmm.... Mixed feelings about this place. We were dubious to begin with as it all looked a little "greasy" and "hi-carb-value" - but we were really quite famished and tired and it was 94 degrees and 999% percent humidity and this venue is just…

Las Olas Cafe

644 6th St
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Salvatore P. writes: Lived right up the street from here and had breakfast almost everyday. Was hooked on the empanadas and cafe con lache. Other then those two things the food is just OK.

Jumbo Buffet

1335 N Bay Cswy
North Bay Village, FL 33141

Amy M. writes: To Be a Buffet, the food has very good quality.
Not very good waiter's. But over-all...
the food is very good, and not that expensive.

Fritanga Monimbo

9612 Fontainebleau Blvd
Miami, FL 33172

Gilda R. writes: Well if the line forms out the door you know the food is good. The only bad thing is the line but after that the service is quick the food is really good. Even the sauces and the salad that come with the meal are good. Your in and out in about 20…

Vincci South Beach

1458 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Janine W. writes: This is the best hotel I have stayed in while in Miami.  It beats Tides by a long shot.  The penthouse with the jacuzzi, views of the ocean and expansive accomodations are amazing.  Each night we came back to the hotel to a nice jacuzzi, bottle of…

Fox Cafe

834 Ocean Dr
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Kymm P. writes: In my mission to try nearly every restaurant on Ocean Drive (and therefore be completely broke by the end of my vacation), Monica and I stopped by Fox Cafe one night for dinner.

Although our table was a little cramped (literally 2 inches from the…

Sephora

721 Collins Ave
Between 7th and 8th St
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Kymm P. writes: A smaller location (compared to The Pru location back home in Boston), but still suitable for my cosmetic needs.

Steps from my hotel, Sephora was my #1 stop for emergency makeup for my night outs; I purchased sparkly Urban Decay eyeliner and some Dior…

Thrifty Car Rental

3670 NW S River Dr
Miami, FL 33142

Kymm P. writes: The 4 stars are for the service more than anything.

Rita = angel on earth. She is the friendliest and nicest employee I've EVER encountered at a car rental location. She had to deal with four cranky, jet lag Bostonian chicks who were all complaining…

Ver-Daddy's Taco Shop

7501 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, FL 33255

Jason W. writes: Simply put, this place rocks! Outstanding tacos. They use quality, fresh ingredients. I've been going there regularly since moving to the neighborhood in December, and the staff are incredibly friendly. The owner, a super nice guy, always makes a…