Five New Miami Restaurants to Try This Weekend

September was a trying month for Miami. Hurricane Irma tore through and destroyed many homes in the Florida Keys, then Maria hit our neighbors to the South, affecting many Miami’s with family in Puerto Rico and neighborhing islands. At this point, we all need a little break. This weekend, why not take yourself out for a treat?  September saw the opening of several places with something for every taste and budget. From palatas that you can share with your pup to seafood straight off the boat, here are five places to try this weekend.

September 2017 Miami Restaurant Openings and Closings

September was a chaotic month for Miami’s restaurant industry. Hurricane Irma forced many restaurants to close for days — sometimes weeks — due to both storm-related damage and power loss. Some casualties were long-term or permanent.

Islamorada Beer Company Brings Relief to the Keys

The little yellow house by the sea in Islamorada was a total wreck. Irma’s winds had torn the hurricane shutters from the French doors. Huge ocean waves had pushed through and buried the interior in at least two feet of sand and punched holes in the drywall. A wicker chair…

Four New Miami Eats and Drinks to Try This Weekend

Though Hurricane Irma put a damper on Miami, it’s time to get out and have a good meal again. Despite the storm, there are many recent restaurant openings, so this weekend, why not try something new?  Here are four places to try.

Pubbelly Boys Partner With United Way to Help Puerto Rico After Hurricane Maria

Hurricane Maria pounded Puerto Rico, leaving the island’s infrastructure severely damaged and virtually everyone without power, phone service, and clean water. Pubbelly’s Jose Mendin was in Barcelona on a business trip when the storm struck the island. A native of Puerto Rico, Mendin was anxious to know how his family and restaurant, PB Ysla, fared in the storm.

Miami Restaurants Battled Hurricane Irma — and Mostly Won

The day after Hurricane Irma roared into town, Richard Hales felt lucky. His two midtown Miami restaurants, Blackbrick and Sakaya Kitchen, were unharmed. Both places had power, and residents of the high-rises that surround the neighborhood were growing antsy. So he decided to open for dinner with a limited menu…

Miami Restaurants Help in Hurricane Irma Recovery Efforts

Many Miami establishments are donating funds and supplies to relief efforts — even as they themselves are without power. Here’s a list of places where your dollars and donations can help. If you know of an establishment donating funds or collecting supplies, email Laine.doss@miaminewtimes.com with information and we will update this list.

Free Ice at Sedano’s to Cool Off Post-Hurricane Irma

After Hurricane Irma’s wrath, we all could use a cold beer or soda or a nice bourbon on the rocks. But what if you don’t have any ice? Sedano’s to the rescue! The chain just announced that it is giving away free ice at two of its supermarkets. Today, Wednesday,…