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Egg & Dart — 4029 N. Miami Avenue, Miami Design District, 786.431.1022. co-owned by Costa Grillas and Niko Theodorou—both from families in the restaurant business—is all about authenticity. You may not be breaking any plates in this Greek place, but you might just be licking them clean.
MICHY’S — 6927 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 305.759.2001; michysmiami.com. Upscale bistro from celebrated chef Michelle Bernstein who serves what she calls “luxurious comfort food” including crispy fried poussin, ceviche, and braised short ribs using local, seasonal ingredients.
Prime Palace — 3207 NE 163rd Street., North Miami Beach, 305.944.8610.; Don’t let the name fool you: there’s plenty to choose from here for all over the globe, from South American rice and seafood dishes to grilled steaks, lobster, roast chicken, burgers, pastas and Mediterranean specialties.
SALTANAH MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE & LOUNGE — 18230 Collins Ave., North Miami Beach, 305.974.0080; saltanahmiami.com. Hookah up with live entertainment as you savor traditional Mediterranean favorites like falafel and shawarma, shish kebabs, tabouleh and fatoush salads, tagines, whole fish, lamb chops and more. A kids’ menu is available, as are desserts from chocolate cake and cheesecake to baklava and konafah.
Savarin Fine Dining & Catering — 9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour Shops, 305.993.5563; savarinusa.com. Featuring Savarin Caviar, homemade foie gras by signature Chef Jean Pierre Petit, and “viennoiseries” such as chocolate croissants or macarons. Chef-inspired and prepared salads and entrees make for a remarkable culinary experience in a stylish yet comfortable atmosphere.
The Cheese Course — In the Village at Gulfstream Park, 601 Silks Run, Hallandale Beach, 954.458.4670; thecheesecourse.com. Charming European-style bistro and gourmet store with more than 100 varieties of cheeses, sandwiches, and “create your own cheese course” plates. Check the website for a schedule of Cheese Classes and Tasting Events.