Chef Olivia Ostrow’s namesake restaurant, Ostrow Brasserie, aims to revolutionize the kosher dining scene in Miami by offering French cuisine with a kosher twist. Located in the Buena Vista neighborhood, this innovative brasserie is a result of Chef Olivia’s extensive experience in pushing the boundaries of gastronomy. The restaurant features traditional French dishes reinterpreted under the lens of kosher cooking, providing lighter fare that focuses on quality ingredients and French flavors. With standout dishes like Lamb Shank & Jardiniere and Duck Confit, Ostrow Brasserie offers guests a delightful culinary journey inspired by the flavors of Paris.
Lamb Paupiette is Chef Olivia Ostrow’s signature Passover dish. Lamb Paupiette is chicken scallopini, flattened and stuffed with ground lamb, prunes, and caramelized eggplant, wrapped with Bresaola, and sliced down the middle, served with truffle mashed potatoes.
Chef Olivia’s dedication to creating a unique dining experience is evident in her signature specialties, such as the Lamb Paupiette and the Seared Bluefin Tuna. As the sole restaurant partner with Grow & Behold, Ostrow Brasserie serves American, Pasture-raised, Glatt Kosher meat. The restaurant’s commitment to kosher standards is upheld by a mashgiach, ensuring that all offerings meet the necessary requirements.
Furthermore, Chef Olivia’s participation in events like the Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival demonstrates her ambition to showcase kosher cuisine on a larger scale. Her ultimate goal is to be recognized as the first kosher restaurant in Florida to earn a Michelin star. Through her culinary journey, which includes previous successful ventures like O’s Gourmet Catering and O’s Café, Chef Olivia has established herself as a prominent figure in the culinary world.
The ambiance at Ostrow Brasserie is designed to enhance the dining experience, with a Trompe-l’œil element featuring a playful mural leading to a private dining room. The restaurant’s stunning décor, including coral countertops and a secret garden, adds to its appeal. Guests can enjoy a lively atmosphere with guest DJs and a curated menu of fine kosher wine, beer, Champagne, and sake, making Ostrow Brasserie a must-visit destination for those seeking a unique and sophisticated kosher dining experience in Miami.