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Explore Culinary Escapes Beyond Miami: Four Restaurants for a Taste of Adventure
As the vibrant energy of Miami pulses through its streets, some restaurants offer a delightful escape, transporting diners beyond the city’s borders with extraordinary culinary experiences. Here are four standout establishments that promise to take your taste buds on a journey.
These four restaurants showcase the diverse culinary influences that can transport you far beyond the Magic City, inviting you to explore new tastes and experiences right at your doorstep.
Cartagena, nestled within SLS South Beach, brings a culinary experience where each dish tells a story of sun-soaked days and balmy nights in the tropics with the Caribbean taste of the Colombian coast. The renowned Chef Juan Manuel Barrientos’ new restaurant is a vibrant oasis that celebrates the joy, flavor, and culture of the colorful streets of Cartagena De Indias. Showcasing an artful approach to crafting libations, cocktails evoke the dynamic spirit of the Caribbean, featuring botanical notes and seasonal fruits such as lulo, melon and passion fruit. Captivating creations like the Herbal Old Fashioned, Brugeria, and Cholon Sour enhance the flavor profiles of each dish. A new dimension of Caribbean cuisine, Cartagena is where the charm of the Caribbean meets the sophistication of Miami in a space that celebrates diversity and creativity. Please see the full dinner menu here.
Taking Italian cuisine in the Magic City back to its origin, Otto & Pepe brings traditional Italian fare with a reimagined dining experience to the North End of Miami’s Wynwood Art District. Inspired by travels across Europe and centered around Miami’s vibrant energy, the restaurant offers a unique menu crafted by Italian Chef Viviana Varese, alongside Miami-local wine expert Karina Iglesias, award-winning mixologist Matias Iriarte. The menu stays true to Otto & Pepe’s playful tone with four categories of culinary delights: Red Sauce Pasta, White Sauce Pasta, More Pasta, and Not Pasta. Fresh house-made classics such as Tagliolino Cacioe Pepe, Paccheri Doppio Pomodoro and hidden gems such as Paccheri con Branzino. A place where leisure meets culinary delight, Otto & Pepe is not only a place to enjoy world-class cuisine, but is a playground for conversation and the creation of cherished memories, inspired by the genuine thirst for indulgence and the Dolce far Niente lifestyle. Please see the full menu here.
LPM Restaurant & Bar, Miami offers more than just elevated dining, but an experience that transports you beyond the city’s bustling streets to a world of refined Mediterranean elegance. Offering guests a harmonious blend of sophisticated ambiance, cuisine and service, along with a warm and inviting atmosphere, LPM Miami feels like a getaway to the coastlines of France right in the Magic City. The chic, warm decor – whether within the art lined walls of the indoor dining room or on the lush and breezy outdoor terrace – sets the perfect tone for the welcoming and convivial culinary experience that awaits guests at LPM Miami. The French Riviera-inspired restaurants are known for their light, imaginative menus using Mediterranean ingredients, laid-back and friendly service style, open and airy dining rooms with striking art and Belle Epoque influences. Embrace the joie de vivre found at LPM, that is hard to find elsewhere. Full menu HERE.
Escape to the heart of Italy without leaving the city at Mother Wolf Miami, a transportive culinary experience inspired by the soulful traditions of Rome. Nestled within Miami’s vibrant Design District, this exquisite dining destination is helmed by two-time James Beard Award nominee Chef Evan Funke, whose dedication to authentic Italian flavors has crafted a truly immersive journey into la cucina Romana.
Step inside to be embraced by an ambiance where Italian tradition mingles with modern luxury. The carefully curated menu is a love letter to Rome, blending the rustic flavors of the countryside with the elegance of the city. Indulge in handmade pastas, perfectly crisped and wafer-thin wood-fired pizzas, as well as dishes showcasing hyper-seasonal ingredients sourced to capture the essence of Italy. From the iconic cacio e pepe to thoughtfully crafted cocktails and an extensive wine list, every detail invites diners to savor the sights, sounds, and flavors of Rome.
For those seeking a refined yet transformative escape from the Magic City, Mother Wolf provides a sophisticated haven where Miami’s energy meets the timeless magic of Rome.
Full menu here.