Soyka, The Restaurant & Lounge "In The Heart of Miami"

Soyka, The Restaurant & Lounge, opened its doors to a doubting public in the spring of 1999. Mr. Soyka originally purchased the building to house his vintage car collection, never dreaming of opening yet another restaurant or cafe.  But before all of the cars had even found their way to new homes, Mark decided to open his namesake restaurant.

With nothing in the area that catered to the locals and the VIP of the business and government community downtown, Soyka was packed the day it opened it’s doors and remains so to this very day, with the most unique, casual ambiance and comfort dinning, in all of Miami, that bring guests back to dine with us several times a week….truly making it their dinning room away from home.

Set away from the main dining room, the Gardens are ideal for special occasions, private parties and banquets, with options of seating from 10-200 people.  You can also order your Soyka TO GO to enjoy at home or in the office, by looking at our Menu online and then calling it in.  Soyka's new Happy Hour is from 3-7pm Monday through Friday with $3 Beers and House Wines and $5 Premium Well drinks. Soyka is an incomparable experience of "Comfort Dinning" and we hope to see you soon!

Hours of Operation:

Sunday – Thursday: 11am to 11pm

Friday & Saturday: 11am to Midnight

Location:

Soyka, The Restaurant5556 NE 4th Court

55th Street Station
Miami, FL 33137

305 759 3117

f: 305 759 4115
http://www.soykarestaurant.com/
Private Parties: Patricia Ferraro, GM (305) 759 -3117
Email:  http://www.blogger.com/admin/mailto.soykarestaurant.com

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Town Kitchen & Bar

Courtesy of Town Kitchen & Bar, South Miami

Serving Global Comfort Foods with updated steakhouse appeal. Entree salads, hot sandwiches, homemade soups, fresh baked breads, and brick oven pizzas are just some of our features. Our "triple grind" burger and parmesan-truffle fries are a must!

What the Miami New Times Says:  it's ideal for an early afternoon drink-up on the weekend. By early evening it's a classy, trendy, minimalist restaurant that specializes in "global comfort food" like brick oven pizzas and yummy parmesan-truffle fries. By night it's bumpin', with crowds of trendy 20- and 30-somethings, clutching martini glasses as they spill out into the street. The food is delicious — just try the grilled Caribbean jerk churrasco steak salad, it's $15 and to die for — but we keep going back for the cocktails. Town's got a classy clientele and a wide variety of actually delicious martinis, and a big beer menu that includes Chimay and other exotic ales. Try the Towntini — a swirl of Absolut Mandarin Vodka, Cointreau, pineapple juice, cranberry juice, and a mandarin orange garnish for $10. You'll feel like you've been transported to an elegant hotel on Collins Avenue, even though the glowing sign of Sunset Place hangs in the near distance.

 

Elizabeth Stewart @ Miami.com comments.  While Town Kitchen & Bar has been known for its popular, and tasty, American cuisine – especially its weekend brunches - the South Miami spot has more than just eggs over easy to entice a weekly visit. Tucked in a quiet corner behind Sunset Place, the casual crowd pleaser offers a lively, and cost effective (for the ladies, anyway) Thursday night scene.

Some happy hours make you run out the door before your computer shuts down, but Town’s Thursday night specials have zero time limit. Ladies receive half off everything on the menu all night. Choices are endless, including an extensive list of signature cocktails and martinis, wines, and beer. And for those ladies feeling particularly ambitious, arrive between 4-7 p.m. for complimentary champagne.

The crowd and the music are largely determined by whether you decide to drink inside, or al fresco. Inside offers more of a nightlife vibe, pumping a Top 40 selection including anything from Shakira to Ricky Martin (hey, it is South Miami afterall). With plenty of high-and-low-top tables available in the trendy but intimate space, the primarily 30s-plus crowd tends to swarm around the bar. The average Town goer may still even be in their scrubs or loosening his necktie at the end of a long workday. Another perk of sitting near the bar (besides the obvious drink proximity) is this is the only place where all appetizers are also half off.

Outside is equipped with additional couches and tables, and is more for the laid back customer or perhaps a family or two there for dinner. Although you can still hear a faded Ricky Martin song playing in the background, this is the area to sit if you are there for less head bobbing, and more hob-knobbing. And while appetizers out here are full price, waiters keep the half-priced drinks flowing.

Hours of Operation

Breakfast: Saturday and Sunday 8:00am-1:00pm

Lunch: Monday through Sunday 11:30am-5:30pm

Dinner:  Sunday-Wednesday 5:30 -10:00, Thursday-Saturday 5:30-11:00

Late Night:  Late Night Food 11-12.

Bar Hours:  7 days a week, 11:30am until you leave

Town Kitchen & Bar

Locaed at Plaza 57

7301 SW 57th Court

South Miami, Florida

One Block South of Shops of Sunset

For reservations please call:  305.740.8118
Michael Altman / Executive Chef
chef@townkitchenbar.com
John Janette / General Manager
john@townkitchenbar.com
Catering Services
catering@townkitchenbar.com
http://www.townkitchenbar.com/

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The Setai South Beach

Courtesy The Setai South Beach

Since opening its doors in 2005, The Setai, South Beach has been synonymous with exceptional service, award-winning décor and authentic Asian cuisine. Join in celebrating as an icon comes of age with the Fifth Anniversary Summer Celebration.

After five years of making its unmistakable imprint on the culinary scene, The Restaurant at The Setai, continues to introduce patrons to authentic Asian cuisine set in an ambiance as dynamic as South Beach itself. Now, to celebrate its Fifth Anniversary, award-winning executive chef Jonathan Wright, is poised to offer an extensive range of new gastronomic experiences with a lively calendar of culinary events scheduled to commence this summer, including:

Balinese Hour – Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays Beginning July 16 – Guests and locals alike are invited to immerse into the relaxed elegance of The Bar & Courtyard while listening to the enchanting sound of the Balinese Gamelan performance. Surrounding The Courtyard, two Balinese Gamelan players are slated to perform from 6:30pm to 8:30pm on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. A special summer cocktail menu featuring Asian-inspired creations will be served, as chefs grill complimentary Satay and serve on small clay grills.

Flavors of India – Wednesdays Beginning August 4 – In addition to the new summer menu,

The Restaurant will also feature “Flavors of India“, every Wednesday night from 7pm to 11pm. Every two months, a world-renowned Indian Chef will host the dinner to present an authentic four-course menu. Three choices will be offered per course, beginning with traditional “Cachumbar Pachadi”, a Salad of Tomatoes, Cucumbers and Yogurt Tamarind, along with a basket of Indian snacks and breads. The menu will conclude with a glass of homemade Chai Tea and Petit Fours, and is priced at USD60 per person.

Thursday Night Jazz at The Setai – Thursdays Beginning August 5 – The tranquil and beautiful setting of The Bar & Courtyard is perfect for a Jazz Night under the stars. Every Thursday evening, local and national jazz musicians and vocalists will perform live, playing classic, Latin, and smooth jazz. Specials on Taittinger Champagne by the glass and bottle will also be offered alongside a signature summer cocktail menu.

Dim Sum and Champagne Fridays – Fridays Beginning August 13 – In celebration of its Fifth Anniversary celebration, The Restaurant will present a special Dim Sum and Champagne menu every Friday from 7pm to midnight. Every other month, the Setai will also invite a specialty Dim Sum Master Chef to host and prepare an exclusive menu, along with Chef Wright’s impressive array of specialty dishes. Comprised of eight plates of signature Dim Sum and new refined additions, the menu will be priced USD75 per person, with the option to choose an extended Chef’s Tasting Menu and wine parings.

Whether you’re enjoying a relaxed meal at the Grill, or a more formal dinner at The Restaurant, The Setai dining experience is consistent. Innovative food. Exceptional Wine. Unsurpassed Service.

Hours of Operation

Breakfast: 7:00am - 11:00am - Daily
Brunch: 11:30am - 3:00pm - Sunday
Dinner: 7:00pm - 11:00pm Sunday - Thursday
7:00pm - 12:00am Friday and Saturday

The Setai South Beach
2001 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach,  Florida 33139
For Dining Reservations, please call 305.520.6400 or 305.520.6402

setaidining@ghmamericas.com
http://www.setai.com/dining

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