Open 24/7, Little Managua's Yambo serves large portions of authentic Nicaraguan fare at exceptionally modest prices. Aside from the finger lickin' quality and enormous size of the platters, the ambiance and the décor makes this labyrinth a destination-place -- it feels extremely homey while transporting you to a tipico Central American village eatery.More >>

All photos by Alex Rodriguez

Owners Pieter and Ineke offer a Dutch-Indonesian home, even though it's not on the menu

​Restaurant options in Miami Beach? The most obvious choices are over-priced-and-tourist-laden Lincoln Road, south of 5th street for the "seen and be seen" evening scene, and Washington Avenue for the usual pizza and burger joints. But where's the fun in the regulars, though? Hint: there isn't any. More >>

A shining beacon of hope for Miami's gastronomic scene

​Every once in a while, we come across new eateries that wow us to the point where we can't wait to go again -- so we sneak in a mere two days after our first visit. That's what happened at the Federal Miami.

Described by opening-night patron Nina Stack as "friendly decadence," this could be the neighborhood's gotta-have-it-once-a-week place. With reasonable prices; fast, friendly service; and an array of delectable comfort-food dishes to choose from, we can only hope the Fed gets the love and nurturing from Miami that it deserves.

I attended the soft opening, and to give you a better idea of what the food was like, I went equipped with my camera. Makes sense, right? Then the Jar-o-Duck happened. Accompanied by delightfully candied sweet potatoes and charred marshmallow fluff, the slow-cooked duck on crostini was but the beginning of what was in store for my dining experience. From that point forward, it was as if only the food and I existed, and having been so consumed in what I was consuming, I took not a single photo.
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​In its 35th year, Art Deco Weekend kicks off today, January 13, at noon and then continues until 11pm January 15. It  will highlight the second annual ADW Fashion Show and music performances. More >>

​Miami isn't immune from cold snaps like the one hanging out for the past three days, but folks aren't falling out of palm trees, stunned by the arctic blast.

Instead, people rolling in from the frozen tropical tundra on a cold day gather and socialize at La Palma restaurant on Calle Ocho to warm their cores with hot chocolate and churros.
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The Federal Food Drink & Provisions

​Take note, Pious Pig Restaurant Group patrons! Aniece Meinhold, Cesar Zapata, and Alejandro Ortiz have officially announced the opening of the Federal Food Drink & Provisions in mid-January. That means food, beer, and a good time are all soon to come for the location at NE 51st Street and Biscayne Boulevard.

The modern American tavern seeks to become a neighborhood meeting point where the residents of Morningside, Bay Point, the Design District, and beyond can congregate and enjoy their favorite comfort food, albeit with an updated edge.
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Fatgirl Hedonist

​We first told you about then month-old Oh! Sushi in early November -- and since then, we've been on the hunt for someone with a good eye (and a good palate) to check the place out (and to spice things up,) and dish their details to Short Order.

Enter Fatgirl Hedonist. Born and raised in Miami by way of Hialeah, this devoted food blogger and self-proclaimed "Fatgirl" stealthily scouts out new Miami joints and then rates and reviews them on her blog. Sometimes restaurants know she's coming, other times not - but none know her real name or what she looks like. Put simply, she's another face in the crowd (avidly taking mental notes and sneaking photos on her iPhone). The CBS 2011 Most Valuable Blogger recalled her experience with us and gave us the scoop on the Doral sushi joint.
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The MexZican Gourmet parks in South Miami.

​Chef Ze Carlos Jimenez's The MexZican Gourmet has opened today in South Miami.

The restaurant features an expanded menu of chef Jimenez's authentic Mexican cuisine, using flavors and dishes from his hometown just outside of Mexico City.

Chef Jimenez's "simply authentic" menu will please his food truck devotees with favorites like tacos, tostadas, and quesidillas, but the restaurant allows the chef to expand his horizons to larger, more complicated dishes like Cochinita Pibil (Yucatan style pork with achiote, orange and Mexican herbs), Chamorro (pork shank and chile pasilla with roasted tomato sauce), Huachinango (grilled red snapper with cilantro pesto and nopalitos salad), and Tampiquena con Camarones (thinly sliced and grilled beef tenderlion and shrimp with wild mushroomed wine and chipotle sauce).
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Courtesy of 660 at The Angler's

A monstrosity of a burger (and by monstrosity, we mean beauty)

​In an effort to offer great food for a great cause, 660 at the Angler's is hosting a Jazz Benefit Brunch December 4 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. It will be a perfect finale to Art Basel weekend in Miami Beach.

Douglas Hirsch Group will perform the tunage to help raise funds and awareness for the cancer treatment of esteemed friend and fellow musician, Charles Robinson. Despite the illness, Robinson himself will be performing live with the group as a special guest. No word yet on his instrument(s) of specialty but we have no doubt it'll be well worth the visit.

Executive Chef Giorgio Rapicavoli has all the regular brunch favorites lined up for the Sunday event, including: the "Flat Top" Burger with applewood smoked bacon and Vermont cheddar ($13), and Griddled Banana & Nutella Pancakes with fresh seasonal berries ($14).

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​Lil' Anthony's Restaurant and Pizzeria, the pizza staple for Miami lawyers, judges and police known for its Italian menu of pizzas, sandwiches is closing for good. Its last day is Friday.

Strategically-placed across the street from the Stephen P. Clark Government Center and one block from the Miami-Dade County Courthouse, this quaint little joint has been serving pizza and pasta to lawmen as well as other customers for a decade.

The downturn in the economy and rent hikes hurt, says the seven-year owner Rafaelle Scatamacchia. Business has fallen about 50 percent over the last year and a half. "We're taking a break," says Scatamacchia. "It's been nice while it lasted. It's better to be wounded than dead."
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