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Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Nicole Lopez-Alvar is the food editor of Miami New Times, a position she has been honored to take on since December 2023. Prior to her work at Miami New Times, she was a digital journalist covering breaking news, restaurants, arts, and culture at WPLG Local 10 News and WSVN 7 News. When she’s not writing about restaurants and chefs for her day job, Nicole can be found blogging about food on her personal Instagram account. Nicole received a BS in communications from the University of Miami, where she studied broadcast journalism. Readers might have seen her on the 23rd season of ABC’s The Bachelor and the sixth season of Bachelor in Paradise.

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Go Greek Yogurt Opens Its First Florida Location In Miami

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMay 21, 2025

Trendy Greek frozen yogurt shop from Beverly Hills, Go Greek Yogurt, has opened its first Florida location in downtown Miami.

These 22 Old School Miami Restaurants Are a Magic City Vibe

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMay 21, 2025

From the legendary Arbetter’s Hot Dogs to the timeless Captain’s Tavern, here are the 22 best old-school restaurants in Miami.

New Times Member Bash Coming to Bayshore Club

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMay 19, 2025

Celebrate Miami’s top 100 bars at an exclusive Miami New Times member happy hour on June 12 at Bayshore Club in Coconut Grove.

Famed Serafina Sets Opening Date For Downtown Miami Location

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar and OthersMay 19, 2025

Famed New York-based Italian restaurant Serafina has announced its opening date in downtown Miami, and fans are excited.

Iconic South Beach Steakhouse Closes After 17 Years

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMay 19, 2025

An iconic South Beach steakhouse known for its filet mignon has closed after 17 years in the South of Fifth neighborhood.

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Miami Favorite Joe’s Stone Crab Announces Price Drop on Stone Crabs

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMay 15, 2025

Joe’s Stone Crab lowers prices despite inflation, honoring its legacy: “Everyone should be able to enjoy a meal at Joe’s.”

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Don’t Worry a Miami Flanigan’s Made the GTA 6 Map and It’s Glorious

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMay 13, 2025

Beloved Florida chain Flanigan’s Seafood Bar and Grill has made a digital cameo in GTA 6’s second trailer, and it’s epic.

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Video: Giant Publix Cart Car Seen on Florida Highway Because Florida

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMay 13, 2025

Only in Florida: A man driving a giant motorized Publix shopping cart was spotted cruising down a major Boca Raton highway.

Miami Restaurants that Opened and Closed April 2025

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarMay 6, 2025

In April, 18 restaurants opened in Miami, including Double Knot, Bar Bucce, Cotoa, Ocean Prime, Cava Hialeah, and Novatore.

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14 Best Sandwich Shops in Miami

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 30, 2025

From the legendary Super Subs on Bird Road to the viral Jholano’s Deli, here are the 14 best sandwich shops in Miami.

6 Best Miami Munchies You Can Have Delivered on 420

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 18, 2025

From greasy pastelitos to loaded cheeseburgers, here are the best Miami spots to get delivery from when you have the munchies

New Miami Restaurant Wins Michelin Star: What to Know

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 17, 2025

A new Midtown Miami restaurant has won a Michelin Star during the Florida Michelin Guide Awards in Orlando for its omakase.

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Fort Lauderdale Upscale Restaurant Wins Michelin Star, City’s First

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 17, 2025

A Fort Lauderdale restaurant has won the city’s first-ever Michelin Star during the Florida Michelin Guide Awards in Orlando.

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Is Fort Lauderdale Set to Land its First Michelin Star Restaurant?

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 17, 2025

We predict these Fort Lauderdale spots may win a Michelin star at the Florida Michelin Guide Awards on Thursday, April 17.

Here’s the Broward Restaurant Where William Levy Had Drunken Meltdown

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 16, 2025

Actor William Levy got arrested for drunken behavior at a Weston family-friendly steakhouse, and social media is losing it.

7 Best Publix Pub Sub Sandwiches Ranked

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 16, 2025

From the classic Italian Pub Sub to the legendary Chicken Tender, here are the seven best Publix sub sandwiches ranked.

14 Best Last-Minute Miami Easter Brunch Spots

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar and OthersApril 15, 2025

From bottomless mimosas to brunch buffets, here are the 14 best restaurants for Easter brunch in Miami on Sunday, April 20.

Fat Joe Names His Favorite Miami Publix Staple and He’s Not Wrong

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 9, 2025

Lean back? Nah, lean into this: Fat Joe has just confessed his devotion to this particular Publix staple, and we’re proud.

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100 Best Bars in Miami

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 9, 2025

From new and noteworthy spots to the classics that have stood the test of time, here are the top 100 bars in Miami of 2025.

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Miami Restaurants that Opened and Closed March 2025

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 8, 2025

In March, 18 restaurants opened in Miami, including Maple & Ash, Aviv, Uchiko, Wan’s, Shiso, Eddie & Vinny’s, and Van Leeuwen.

3 New Miami Restaurant Openings To Know: Steak, Seafood, and More

By Ayi Santos and OthersApril 4, 2025

From a popular Brazilian steakhouse to a tiki hut seafood spot, here are three new South Florida spots you need to know about.

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2025 Miami James Beard Award Finalists Announced

By Nicole Lopez-AlvarApril 2, 2025

A hot new hotel bar with delicious pizza in downtown Miami and a celebrated Miami chef are James Beard Award 2025 finalists.

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