Miami is a tourists' paradise and its sandy beaches are considered the best places to exhibit lean and thin super model physiques. But, it doesn't mean that connoisseurs of good food won't get ample opportunities to satisfy their taste buds. On the contrary, the city excels in culinary activities beyond the imagination of a gourmet. There are almost six thousand restaurants and eating joints to cater to the needs of the locals and the tourists alike. In spite of great nightclubs and sleek bars and lounges offering a variety of drinks, cocktails and mocktails, drinking is only secondary to eating. Dining out is very popular among the locals as well and it has become almost a part of their life. With its cosmopolitan culture, the variety of cuisine is unlimited. From the freshest seafoods to Cuban, Asian, Caribbean and Latin delicacies, you will find everything here. And, of course, the American hamburgers and French fries are omnipresent. You can freely indulge in satisfying your taste buds whatever your culinary choices. Miami 's ethnic diversity has provided a multicultural flavor to its cuisine, making it fusion cuisine in the true sense of the word. In Miami, you can enjoy a variety of ethnic cuisines in Japanese sushi bars, American home-style diners, Haitian restaurants, Italian eateries and Indian food joints. But, because of the presence of a sizable Cuban population, the impact of Cuban culinary art can be seen everywhere. Little Havana located in Central Miami is the place to devour some delectable delicacies. It has the largest number of excellent Cuban and South American dining places. It offers a large variety of moderately priced traditional Cuban food that will be plentiful for a group of six and will cost you less than $10. Its traditional food joints are the best places to savor some great Cuban foods, such as rice and beans, fried plantains and shredded pork sandwiches, but you can find these delicacies almost everywhere. Cafe Prima Pasta on 414 -71 Street, Miami , this acclaimed Italian restaurant frequently wins top billing from a variety of Miami restaurant polls. Visit their Miami Beach location and you're bound to find some sumptuous homemade pasta, chicken and veal dishes. There are restaurants, cafes and eateries to suit every pocket. If you are interested in visiting some restaurants and cafes offering economically priced meals, then pay a visit to South Beach and Coconut Grove. There you can enjoy some really sumptuous low priced meals at leisure without bothering about the waiter, waiting to ‘turn' your table. For those relishing seafood, there are plenty of reasonably priced crab, lobster and fish delicacies to feed you and your senses. The only things that you won't find cooked to perfection are decent Chinese food and a New York-style slice of pizza. Otherwise, Miami has got everything that a gourmet craves for. If you're a habitual late night diner, then you can find the best dining places in South Beach . As in many European cities, late night dining is quite fashionable in South Beach , where dining hours start after nine p.m. and continue till midnight . David's Café - The Cuban restaurant with two locations on the beach (the other is at 16th & Meridian Ave ), located near Doral Golf Resort where suited Cuban businessmen doing deals sit alongside cholo teenagers. The food is authentic and there's eat-in and take-out at both restaurants. The only downside is the service, which is very slow and arrogant. But there are many exceptions to this rule and if you are lucky, you may find many instances of ‘service with a smile'. Don't be put off by the silly name of La Sandwicherie; adjacent to Days Inn Miami Airport North . This place serves serious sandwiches starting at around $6 from its open-air lunch counter; each giant French loaf doorstop could make two meals, and it's open until 5am . Continued-->> |
