Flame Caffe & Grillaims to increase the heat index on Miami’s dining scene by infusing multi-cultural flavors into first-class American cuisine. Located in the heart of South Beach, at the Historic Plaza De Espana on Espanola Way, Flame has created a name for itself with premium steaks, fresh seafood, open flame grilled pizzas and homemade desserts.
Upon arrival guests are greeted with grilled rosemary focaccia served with a whipped white bean and garlic hummus. Appetizers include Wild Mushroom Vol-au-Vent ($11), wild porcini mushrooms sautéed in crushed garlic, herbs and white wine and served in a delicate pillow of puff pastry finished with a light mushroom cream sauce and truffle oil; Carpaccio Rustico ($12), thinly sliced beef tenderloin crusted with fresh Herbs de Provence, served with baby arugula and topped with Parmigiano-Reggiano, crushed black pepper and extra virgin olive oil; and Salmon Ceviche ($11), diced sushi-grade Atlantic salmon, shallots confit, capers, chives, jalapenos and whipped cream cheese splashed with fresh-squeezed lemon juice.
The entrée menu boasts premium hand cut beef ranging from Filet Mignon ($36), 8-ounce center cut, angus beef tenderloin sautéed in a green peppercorn butter, served in a cognac sauce with garlic mashed potatoes and steamed asparagus; Mandarin Skirt Steak ($26), 14-ounce skirt steak marinated in mandarin oranges, herbs, merlot soaked mushrooms and pearl onions with sautéed spinach and goat cheese polenta; seafood such as Maine Lobster ($36), one and a half pounds of fresh lobster steamed, baked or grilled with potato rosti and grilled asparagus and Grilled Salmon Steak($19), center cut Scottish salmon cooked medium rare, drizzled with Florida mango Dijon mustard beurre blanc over truffle risotto and tomato concasse.
Open flame grilled pizzas include Antipasto ($15), roasted tomato concasse, arugula, olives, prosciutto and parmigiano flakes; Caprese ($14), fresh tomato, imported buffalo mozzarella, fresh basil-infused olive oil and a balsamic reduction and Margherita ($12) organic roasted Campari Filetto tomatoes and three cheeses finished with extra virgin olive oil.
Side dishes are made to order for two and include Goat Cheese Polenta ($7), Truffle Garlic French Fries ($7) and Sautéed Broccolini ($6).
Homemade desserts are hand crafted daily including Hot Chocolate Soufflé ($9) served with vanilla bean ice cream, Cointreau Crème Brule ($11) and Caramel Apple Cobbler ($7) complimented by specialty cappuccinos and espressos starting at $4.
The full bar features signature cocktails made with premium, top shelf liqueur, domestic and imported beers and an international wine list.
Nestled on Espanola way, Miami’s historic Spanish village, Flame’s 100-seat restaurant is operated by an exceptional team of world-class chefs and bartenders, who also manage the full-service catering menu.
Guests can choose to sit inside the modern dining room showcasing Philippe Starck design elements or enjoy a picturesque alfresco experience on Miami’s best corner for people watching.
Complimentary valet is available and the restaurant hosts a daily happy hour from 5:30p.m. to 8p.m. with two-for-one cocktails, wines and beers and 20 percent off all menu items.
For reservations, please call 305-397-8950. For more information, visit http://www.flamecaffe.com/.