Don Pan

400 S Dixie Hwy
Coral Gables, FL 33146

cindy w. writes: This local Latin bakery chain is easy to please for me for
a) good store presentation
b) excellent desserts
c) accessible store locations

There seems to be Don Pans everywhere in Miami-Dade and I'm glad because I have a huge sweet tooth. If you want to…

Carnevale

607 Lincoln Rd
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Madalina C. writes: I very much enjoyed their food and wine...We were 4 people and got a bottle of Fume Blanc, which was dry and went so well with our food. Their strength is pasta, but my friends loved the risotto as well and in the afternoon had some sandwiches there,…

Kim's Alley Bar

1920 E Sunrise Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

rachel m. writes: warning: this is for those who like neighborhood bars (don't expect fancy fare or cover [perhaps some s.f. trash, but it rules])

kim's alley bar rules because:

+ location! kim's is in the gateway plaza which is filled with awesome restaurants and shops…

Mama Lila's Bistro

1915 Ponce de Leon Blvd
Coral Gables, FL 33134

JD N. writes: What a coincidence, I ate here a day before it got mentioned in the Miami New Times '07 Best of Miami (for best bistro).

And it probably deserves that title - everything is fresh, great fresh ingredients, friendly service that's on top of everything -…

The Mahogany Grille

2190 NW 183rd St
Miami, FL 33015

Martin O. writes: The "Best Fried Chicken in South Florida" is at former Major League Baseball player Andre Dawson's restaurant in Miami Gardens...The Mahogany Grille. He calls it, "The Best in Neo-Classical Soul Food".

For starters, they serve a basket of  warm corn…

GreenStreet Cafe

3468 Main Hwy
Miami, FL 33133

Maria A. writes: Ask any local about GreenStreet and they'll tell you they've been there, done that, and like it.

This is probably one of the Grove's most iconic bar/cafes. No matter what comes and goes GreenStreet remains and it's popularity never seems to wane.…

Starbucks Coffee

220 Miracle Mile
Miami, FL 33134

JD N. writes: I'm never a fan of Starbucks, but this Starbucks is a nice, expansive Starbucks - and probably one of the few that I know that actually has booths (?!?!). Even with the plenty of seating this place has, this place seems to always be crowded, even on…

Margaret Pace Park

1745 North Bayshore Drive
Miami, FL 33132

Maria A. writes: I love the view at this park as it is right on Biscayne Bay and you can see Miami Beach and the causeways.

I've been to events here and taken yoga classes. I've seen it during the day as the quiet, tranquil park with joggers, pets, and yogis. And I've…

Sephora

7535 N Kendall Dr
Dadeland Mall
Miami, FL 33156

Sabrina L. writes: I love this store. Its a one stop shop. They have such a wide selection of make up and fragrances is great!. The sales associates usually take their time and deliver good costumer service.

Thriller Miami Powerboat Tours

401 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, FL 33132

Kymm P. writes: So yes, I'm a tourist. I happen to enjoy tourist-y things when I'm on vacation!

My friends and I (from Boston) were browsing through those cheesy concierge brochures and stumbled upon an ad for Thriller Miami. I've never been on a powerboat before,…

Rainbow

315-321 Lincoln Rd
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Katherine M. writes: On-the-cheap kinda trendy store with fabulous and some not so fabulous clothing and accesories. This store is jam packed so I didn't give it five stars since I sometimes get overwhelmed in stores like this cuz it takes a while to get through the…

Boucher Brothers

420 Lincoln Rd
#265
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Christina B. writes: We went jet skiing and it was great until . . . the husband tried to do donuts and flipped our ski sending us right into the water. After that I made him "cruise". But besides that it was very fun. Definitely a great adrenaline rush. Half hour ride…

PIAG Museum

2724 Ponce de Len Blvd
Coral Gables, FL 33134

JD N. writes: 5 stars for ingenuity and concept! Minus 1 for not so impressive art works - although some of their promised, soon to arrive exhibits seem to be interesting.

But... it is pretty cool to be able to say that Miami can claim to have the first museum on…

Jamaica International Cafe

119 SE 1st Avenue
Miami, FL 33131

andrew k. writes: I work downtown, and this is by far the best value for lunch.  The place is owned and run by Donovan and his wife.  Great people, great service and really awesome food.  

The brown stewed chicken with rice & peas, plantains and cabbage is my staple…

Pitman Photo Supply

13911 S Dixie Hwy
Miami, FL 33156

Gabriela O. writes: Not bad for a photo supply store in Miami. Maybe I'm spoiled by SF, but it wasn't that well stocked. The guy that helped me was clueless, mistaking a roll of Kodak gold for TMAX. But I kinda felt bad, maybe he was new?

For film, it's pretty average. I…

John's Pet Shop

1618 Alton Rd
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Francina P. writes: At first glance, John's Pet Shop may seem a bit chaotic but that's only because they have everything under the sun for dogs, cats, fish, snakes, birds, hamsters, and any other pet I've neglected to mention (hope no one is offended!).
If you need help…

Baptist Medical Plaza-Westchester

8840 SW 40th St
Miami, FL 33165

cindy w. writes: A real lifesaver, this super convenient health clinic is run by Baptist Health Hospital, a well respected Hospital brand, in Miami-Dade.
It's branded an Urgent Care Center where you need serious treatment when your doctor isn't available and it's not…

House of Paper

5823 Sunset Drive
South Miami, FL 33143

Maria A. writes: I'll admit, I'm an email junkie, a text addict...

But I'm also a devotee of stationery stores. House of Paper being my favorite one in town.

There is still something endearing about receiving a beautiful envelope through good, old-fashioned snail mail.…

Garden Gate

5872 Sunset Dr # B
South Miami, FL 33143

JD N. writes: While I didn't buy anything from this place (which means that I really should have given this place a neutral rating of 3 stars), I had to give it 4 stars simply for the ambience I enjoyed.

This is probably the only store on main street South Miami's…

Dr. Eugene Eisner, MD

8940 N Kendall Dr
Miami, FL 33176

cindy w. writes: Will my health woes ever end? Dr. Eisner is an eye specialist who was pretty upfront, frank, and a bit absent minded while treating me. He's situated inside Baptist Hospital and I appreciated how cordial he was to me and how he took time to explain…

Ice Palace Films Studios

1400 N Miami Ave
Downtown Production Facility
Miami, FL 33136

cindy w. writes: The Ice palace studio is a huge production venue that is used for film/video production, photography shoots, and event-gatherings. The location is right on NW 14th St./Miami Ave. and is a beautiful white buildings surrounded by verdant green…

Morningside Park

750 NE 55th Ter
Miami, FL 33137

Marcos R. writes: This park is great for tennis.  Hardly ever any waiting and they have night tennis too.  Open till 9pm on the weekdays, 8pm on the weekends.

Advantage: MARCOS

: )

Starbucks Coffee

10 S Federal Hwy
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Martin O. writes: This Starbucks is located on the SE corner of Highway 1 and Broward. It's close to the Las Olas restaurant, but not on the same same street. There are plenty of seats and tables and outlets to recharge your laptop.  There is limited parking in the…

107 Dry Cleaners

3001 SW 107 Ave
Miami, FL 33165

Carlos B. writes: How rare is it to have your dry cleaning picked up and delivered? I gave them a call w/an address and it was done. How convenient.

Calle Ocho Music Festival

SW 8th St
Miami, FL 33135

Linda T. writes: Damn, gang squad everywhere!  They were quite the impressive presence...I guess Miami has quite a gang problem, kind of like L.A.  I guess I've just never been at an event in any other city where the gang squad presence was so prominent, even though…

Bed Bath & Beyond

8380 S Dixie Hwy
Miami, FL 33143

Deborah N. writes: This is the BB&B at Dadeland Station. This is a great location because of the ease of parking, the other stores in the "mall" and the proximity to Metro.  Dadeland Station is a multi-storey shopping center with one or two big stores on each level.…

DSW Shoe Warehouse

8607 S Dixie Hwy
Miami, FL 33143

cindy w. writes: Shoeholics beware of this store as it can be very addicting--this huge shoe store carrys tons of brand name footware at discounted prices! Located next to Ross across from Dadeland Mall, DSW carrys all heels, boots, flats, sneakers, sandals, etc.…

The Mutiny Hotel

2951 S Bayshore Dr
Coconut Grove, FL 33133

Cassidy P. writes: I stayed at the Mutiny on a work trip to Miami.  Very conveniently located near shopping, but far enough away from the scene to escape.  My room was an enormous suite with a full kitchen.  The bathroom had a very nice full tub, toiletries from Bath &…

Finnegan's River

401 SW Third Ave
Miami, FL 33130

Torrey R. writes: Get your girl wet, drunk and fed with a water front view, pool and tunes all at once.  I love Irish Pubs and while this one doesn't scream Irish to me it does have potential to be a cool place.  

So close to the water that the wake of a passing boat…

Mamma Caruso's Pizzeria & Italian Food

30 SW 8th Street
Miami, FL 33130

Carrie P. writes: This place has been a hit or miss for me.  While their delivery is good (they're right on time and the pizzas are hot), the actual pizza itself is a crapshoot.  I've ordered a few times from Mamma Caruso's and the first time I had their pizza, I was…

Hyatt Regency Pier 66 Resort & Spa

2301 SE 17th St
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Andrea R. writes: I'll admit it...I'm a Ft Lauderdale hater. I grew up about 25 minutes away in Boca Raton and Ft Lauderdale just never really did it for me.  But if you don't mind this part of South Florida the Hyatt Regency Pier 66 Resort & Spa does happen to be in…

Southport Raw Bar

1536 Cordova Rd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Panthea J. writes: San Francisco has the best food in the country.  You can find a place to eat the best foie gras, uni or kumomotos you've ever tasted on every block.  Everything tastes decadent and exotic.   If you're in South Florida, dock your boat at Southport and…

Bierbrunnen Fort Lauderdale

427 S Ft Laudrdle Bch Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

cuss v. writes: great, grubbin' german food including wurst, shnitzel, sauerbraten, spaetzl, kraut and a WICKED hungarian goulash. mid priced and old-style off-the-beach A1A-casual. tiny joint with a friendly staff and good beer selection and a fairer deal during…

Opa-Locka Hialeah Flea Market

12705 NW 42nd Ave
Opa Locka, FL 33054

JD N. writes: This is the best flea market in the Hialeah / Opa-Locka area and it is very popular for its local flair. You can go go-karting here! Plus there's over 900 vendors and many of my friends that live around here says that this is a fun place to be -…

Stir Moon

1100 S Dixie Hwy
Coral Gables, FL 33146

Rob C. writes: had their stir fry.
another jack of all trades, master of none.

Beacon Hotel

720 Ocean Dr
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Sarah H. writes: If you're looking for a relatively affordable hotel in the heart of South Beach, The Beacon is a good place to start. Like most hotels on the strip, the Beacon has a restaurant downstairs that spills out into the sidewalk. So it can get very noisy at…

Macchiato Boutique Restaurant

8434 S. Dixie Hwy
Miami, FL 33143

cindy w. writes: A promising organic Italian eatery in the Dadeland area that gets the food and ambiance right but needs improvement in their service.
Located across from Dadeland Station at the Dadeland Towers, this corner restaurant serves risotto, pastas, meat…

Los Magueyes

6870 NW 169th St
Hialeah, FL 33015

JD N. writes: I knocked off a star, then gave it 5 stars, and then knocked it off again!

Why? Well, the little brat behind the counter tried to be nice, but she failed utterably! I wanted something with beef and also with vegetables so ANY choice of a burrito…

Michael's Thai Restaurant

16927 NW 67th Ave
Hialeah, FL 33015

JD N. writes: This thai restaurant amazes me in which they have a pretty lengthy (relatively speaking) listing of frog legs. Their menu is also full of other things - fish, lamb, steak, lobster, squid, noodles, duck, vegetarian dishes and so on. There's a kid's…

Amici's Trattoria Italiana

10201 Hammocks Blvd Ste 132
Miami, FL 33196

Chrissy G. writes: Amici's NEVER fails.  We take out a LEAST once a week and are always satisfied.  The fresh tomato pizza and gnocchi with pink sauce are my personal favorites and my husband LOVES the chicken parmesan dinner and sub.

The restaurant is a bit small but…