Charming Italian restaurant centrally located in Georgetown, just off Wisconsin Avenue. It is well in demand by the mostly local clientele, so it may be worth booking a table. The staff is very welcoming and attentive, and you cannot go wrong with the fried zucchini or octopus to start your meal, followed by one of the amazing pastas (the lobster linguini was sublime when we… Read more »
Archives: Eat & Drink
Cecconi’s is a see-and-be-seen venue with amazing food. Located at the Soho Beach House in South Beach, a member’s only club, this swanky restaurant is open to everyone but needs to be booked, since it is highly demanded. Right at the entrance you will find a very cozy type of jazz bar, ideal to wait for your table. Dinner is served in the outside courtyard,… Read more »
Right on Lincoln Road in South Beach is one of the best restaurants in town, the Meat Market. Its trendy clientele mingles in the dynamic atmosphere of the bustling bar. We have been to Meat Market many times and it never fails to be a great culinary experience. The buffalo rib eye was considered “the best ever” tasted, and we happily recommend the rib eye… Read more »
Eating crabs is super fun! This restaurant is traditional, has been in Miami Beach forever and is usually very busy. The menu has plenty of delicious dishes, a vast array of seafood options, but the “pièces de résistance” are the stone crabs from Florida and the king crabs from Alaska. We love them grilled, but they are also delicious served cold. Do call to book… Read more »
If you are looking for a fine Italian restaurant in the downtown and Brickell region, this is the one. Gabbiano has become quite traditional, it is well-known and food is excellent. Try to get a table outside, most pleasant when the temperature is mild (and as long as it is not windy). Every time we are in Miami we book a table at Il Gabbiano… Read more »
Did you ever think it would be possible to go to Miami and not have an authentic Cuban experience? Head to Calle 8, right in the middle of picturesque Little Havana, and have a meal at laid-back Versailles, the most famous, traditional and authentic Cuban restaurant in town. Locals adore it and you can mingle to hear interesting stories and the latest news from their… Read more »
This beautiful South Beach venue has been a hot-spot for a while. Juvia is chic and yet very relaxed. The outside bar, adorned with plants and open skies, has marvelous views of Miami Beach and serves fabulous cocktails. If you are looking for a proper sit-down dinner, we recommend a table indoors. The menu is an interesting fusion of the different cuisines: French, Japanese and… Read more »
Part of the same chain also in NY and other top destinations, the downtown Cipriani Miami stands out for its charming and elegant decor. We have become a habitué in both cities and compiled an extensive list of preferred dishes, so we suggest you enjoy taking a look at the menu as everything is very, very good. We so enjoy the appetizers, that we sometimes… Read more »
Located at the Betsy Hotel on Ocean Drive (South Beach), the LT it is perfect if you are looking for a fine dining experience right in the middle of the Miami party scene! Enjoy drinks at the elegant lobby bar and do not refuse the bread offered before dinner, it is freshly baked and worth the calories. The tables in the veranda will give you… Read more »
If you are staying or shopping at chic Bal Harbour in the Miami Beach region (take a look at our Grand Beach Surfside review), this traditional restaurant is a very good choice with reasonable prices. Located on the exterior side of the famous and sophisticated Bal Harbour Shopping Mall, Carpaccio is usually busy with fashionable people and flashy cars filling the parking lot right in… Read more »
This pastry shop is originally from a city named Alcobaça and we always wondered why such marvelous delicacies were not sold in any shops in Lisbon, the country’s busiest city. Only recently they opened a shop in Portugal’s capital in one of its hippest areas, the Chiado. The small venue has many of the typical sweets Portugal is well known for, specially the traditional ones… Read more »
This unpretentious restaurant, housed in a typically Portuguese dwelling with tiled exterior and rustic interior, is neither obviously hype nor cool, yet most likely to be packed! Regulars include families, seniors, young couples, as well as some gringos, as people from all corners and likes come here for the outstanding food. You will find Portuguese style home cooked comfort food sure to please all tastes.… Read more »
Super modern, minimalist and with river views, this is an ideal restaurant if you want to have a light and unassuming lunch or dinner in the Belém region. The lounge-type venue offers a selection of appetizers, sandwiches and salads. Although not necessarily the most incredible food in town, everything we ordered was quite good. À Margem was conveniently placed to admire the sunset after spending… Read more »
In a city atop 7 hills you are sure to find amazing bars for drinks and stunning views. The Castle, the Tagus, narrow cobblestone streets, tiled rooftops and spectacular light at dusk make Lisbon one of the most interesting cities in Europe for such enjoyment. Our top selection of rooftop bars: Terraço BA at Bairro Alto Hotel has wonderful views of the river, chill out music (perfect… Read more »
Officially called Time Out Market Lisboa, this old vegetable and flower market is immediately across from Cais do Sodre. It has recently added a modern and cool gourmet food hall within its large high ceiling central court. There are all sorts of food stands, some run by Lisbon’s renowned chefs, in a vibrant atmosphere that attracts all sorts of crowds. We grabbed our meal and… Read more »
It has been there for years and locals and travelers still compete to get a table. It is the type of joint locals love and take pride in, and it is somehow understood they feel little peeved that it has been discovered by visitors. Cervejaria Ramiro is not a proper restaurant, but rather a very modest beer tavern. Surprisingly, however, you can order from the… Read more »
A success since it opened its doors, this trendy riverside hot-spot has John Malkovich as one of its owners. We felt the buzz right at the entrance, full of beautiful hip and trendy people awaiting tables. If the weather permits, it may be worth requesting an outdoor table. We had one of our best meals in Lisbon, a delicious chestnut soup followed by a traditional… Read more »
Considered the forerunner of Lisbon’s food scene modernization, the famous Portuguese chef José Avillez has become something of a brand. Avillez has opened restaurants, bars and pizza places in Lisbon and Porto. The Cantinho, his iconic flagship restaurant, has always been one of our favorites, and we once again repeated the visit and left as satisfied as ever. Only recently did we try the Bairro,… Read more »
This iconic restaurant opened in the 80s and has been considered amongst the best in town for years, attracting a faithful clientele. It recently revamped its offering and moved to Mercado da Ribeira in Cais do Sodré, right by Jardim Dom Luis I, which the restaurant overlooks. The new setting is modern but kept its landmark chandelier hanging gloriously above the bar and maintained most… Read more »
For many years, hordes of tourists have invaded Barcelona and to cater for this demand there has been a surge of restaurants and tapas bars, making it quite difficult to keep up with the latest hot spots and best food. So, if you want to make sure to have best tapas in a place that is not just the “tapas bar of the moment”, we… Read more »
