La Vie En Raw

If you are looking for a vegetarian restaurant in the Gables. This is one restaurant you'd want to pass. Just because it is vegetarian does not mean that it has to be tasteless... Although the choices sound good the flavors are way too bland. I've been to many restaurants that make their veggie dishes come to life! Unfortantaly, this is not one. If we are going to start a food revolution, we need to start it with bold and creative flavors. Blandness, will just not get us there!

Dr. Limon Ceviche Bar

If you're looking for a unique eats you have to try Dr. Limon. This Peruvian gem is located on 137th Avenue and 84 Street. The dishes are both delicious and beautifully presented. Must haves are: fish ceviche, shrimp/crab causa, and of course anything with Pisco (Pisco is a tasty liquor.). Still not sure on what to order? Try the chef’s special. Also, you can request the amount of heat you like on your food. But arrive early! This place is small and the wait can be very long. My congrats to the chef, for his creativity and his boldness.

Prime 112

Prime 112

112 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139

If you're looking for an A list restaurant in Miami, this is the spot to be seen. Every celebrity and athlete is dinning at this eatery. For reservations after 9:00 PM on a Friday or Saturday night, expect to wait about 45 minutes. The bar will be quite full as well. The scene is definitely happening at Prime 112! Upon sitting, the waiter brings you the most delicious three cheese bread you've probably ever had. If you want something unique, try their Maine Lobster Cocktail, it was so yummy we had to order two. The Shrimp Cocktail was also very good their shrimps were the size of my fist (four people can eat off one order). Prime Steak Tartar, very well prepared, if raw is what you crave. Kobe beef sliders were good. Their Prime Steaks are all mouth watering and tender, cooked to perfection. Loved Prime 112! Make plans to go with a fun group of friends and expect to have a night you’ll never forget! Remember to bring your camera. 

Yard House

Village Of Merrick Park

320 San Lorenzo Ave
Coral Gables, FL 33146

Loved it! What else can you ask for, an eatery with the world’s largest selection of draft beers?  Rock and Roll music, high end burgers, truffle fries, and 250 draft beers to choose from. You can never go wrong at Yard House. If you’re looking for a great place to eat in the Gables, the Yard House has lots of mouth watering Unique Foods to taste.

Seasons 52 Fresh Grill & Wine Bar

Seasons 52

321 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables, FL 33134

Seasons 52 is housed in the heart of Coral Cables, right on Miracle Mile. The atmosphere is inviting, the bar is dim and delightful with a piano player at the bar. The menu changes with the Seasons, hence the name Seasons 52 (52 weeks in a year).  What’s more is that every food on the menu is no more than 475 calories! Seasons 52 claims to be the pioneer, originator and founder of the mini indulgence (small portion size).  Although, I’m not sure that is entirely true, they are definitely risky when it comes to preparing their dishes. An absolutely must try “Unique dish” of Seasons 52 is, the Buffalo (yes, Buffalo or Bison) Chili. If you’ve never tried Buffalo before, this is the place to expand your pallet. This bowl of chili is made with black beans, corn cake and cilantro sour cream. The meat is tender and delicious, when you put it in your mouth you say, WOW! I’m in Heaven! Also a must try is, the Somona Goat Cheese Ravioli. This giant luscious creamy ravioli sits on a bowl of tomato consommé and diced tomatoes. Light, simple and fresh. What more can you ask for? The dishes at Seasons 52 are outrageously yummy and sexy!  

Bonefish Grill

Looking for something deliciously unique to eat today? Try the Bonefish: Baja Fish Taco, deliciousness... The fish is seasoned and grilled to perfection, topped with lettuce, mango salsa, and sour cream. The flavors melt in your mouth. The Baja taco goes perfect with any of Bonefish's awesome martini. Stay hungry.

Previously Houston's, now Hillstone Coral Gables

201 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables, FL


If you are looking for a diverse American classic meal, Houston's in Coral Gables is a great place to start. I had the Famous French Dip Au Jus, slow roasted prime rib, thinly sliced, and piled high on a house made French roll. Delicious! It comes accompanied by a homemade horseradish creamy sauce and shoe string French fries. The Spicy Tuna Roll is also a must try. Finally, if you are a vegetarian as some of my friends are the Farmer's Market Vegetable platter rocks!