The Local - Craft Food and Drink - Coral Gables

 

Welcome to The Local – Craft Food and Drink.  The Local is a neighborhood restaurant and bar in the heart of Coral Gables, featuring handcrafted food, craft beer, and classic cocktails.

 

The Local is the best place in Miami to enjoy great locally sourced food, 24 unique and rotating craft beers on tap, and a carefully curated selection of small-batch craft wine and spirits in a warm and welcoming pub environment.

The Best Beef Jerky in Town

 

Our chalkboard is updated daily with seasonal food and cocktail specials as we take pride in offering quality, responsibly-sourced options to our customers.

 

Next time you're in the neighborhood, stop by and see what Miami's been missing for so long.

Carft Beer & Cocktail Menus

 

In the Local Press:

Coral Gables

Known for its craft beers and locally sourced food, The Local, 150 Giralda Ave., recently celebrated its first anniversary with Mayor Jim Cason helping snip a ceremonial ribbon.

Patrons at the event on Friday evening, May 11, enjoyed appetizers and $2 craft beers to toast the restaurant’s first year of operation. The party continued on Saturday, May 12, with specials all night and the launch of the new summer menu.

Located at 150 Giralda Ave., The Local / Craft Food & Drink features a warm and welcoming pub environment where guests can choose from 24 unique and rotating craft beers on tap and a selection of small-batch craft wine and spirits.

The Local’s chalkboard is updated daily with seasonal foodand cocktail specials.

New Times

Voted BEST BAR FOOD in Miami - The Local is not only a great little neighborhood bar (it has 24 beers on tap) but also a damn good place to grab a bite. This is not the standard parade of chicken wings and sliders.

The Local is not only a great little neighborhood bar (it has 24 beers on tap) but also a damn good place to grab a bite. This is not the standard parade of chicken wings and sliders. The menu instead offers a well-thought-out mix of globally influenced dishes dressed in gastropub garb. Seasonal specials are updated daily, and chef de cuisine Vince Tien prefers that the food be procured locally whenever possible. Florida grouper is deep-fried for a traditional take on fish 'n' chips ($14) and then served with hand-cut thick fries and a dill tartar sauce for dipping.

 

A bowl of steamed mussels ($13) is packed with chunks of cured pork belly and surrounded by a pool of "mushroom miso beurre fondue." We love the sticky gochujan glazed ribs ($14) topped with "chopped kimchee nuts" and scallions, and the glazed doughnut bread pudding ($8) with salted caramel and a brown butter crème anglaise. We can't say enough about the Local's love of pleasing patrons. On a recent visit, a dish that we ordered failed to arrive. Executive sous-chef Paul Cantrell appeared from the kitchen to apologize profusely when it showed up on our bill, and then he raced to follow us outside as we left, with free drink tickets in hand for our next visit. We can't remember another white coat ever following us into the street.

 

Esquire

The 20-deep draft list includes craft favorites like Brooklyn Brown Ale and Cigar City Maduro (from Tampa), plus hop-heavy Dogfish Head 90-Minute IPA, Stone IPA, and Oskar Blues Dale's Pale Ale. If you'd like bottled accompaniment for the house-smoked wahoo rillettes or pan-roasted wreckfish with toasted faro, look for Cigar City's tropical-hoppy Papaya IPA or the sourish Vuja De, brewed with elderberry flowers and black currants.

Location:
The Local Craft Food and Drink
150 Giralda Avenue
Coral Gables, Florida 33134 Hours: 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 pm - 2:00 am

Phone	(305) 648-5697
Email	info@thelocal150.com
Website	http://www.thelocal150.com

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Lime Fresh Mexican Grill

 “Fresh”  “Healthy”  “Organic”  “Sustainable”
We’re sick of green-washed buzzwords you hear a lot but don’t mean much at all.

So, here’s our no-quote truth:
Our food is freakin’ good. It’s how we went from one bumpin’ burrito shop in hell-raising, health-conscious South Beach to over 19 (… and counting) along the East Coast.

Why’s our food so good?
We use the best ingredients available, that’s delivered daily and prepared on-site for all our homemade salsa, sauces and sides. Plus, we really care if you like it. We make your meal however you want it, bring it out to you and bring it back if it’s not perfect. We’re cool like that.

 

We also have vegetarian, low-carb and low-fat options. But we’ll be the first to tell you that a mound of sour cream on a low-carb wrap… still has a mound of sour cream. So keep it in check Madam Denial.

 

So, yeah. If you want delicious, freshly-prepared Mexican food with a precocious, often-offends attitude … then welcome. We like you already. 

 

Lime Fresh Mexican Grill has locations throughout South Florida, some of the locations include Coconut Creek, Downtown Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Miami Beach, West Kendall and others.  All have a casual, friendly, bright atmosphere to enjoy a great meal with family and friends.  Some of the locations have outside dining available.  Remember to ask about their catering and event planning.

 

For locations and hours visit:

LimeFresh Mexican Grill

 

 

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Rainforest Cafe "Great Place for Family Fun"

 

The Rainforest Café Restaurant has to be one of the most fun places for kids and family to have fun.  From huge aquariums, life size elephants, giraffes and guerrillas, to the sounds of the forest around you.  The menu selection for both children and adults offers something delicious for all.  Over the years I have dined at the Rainforest Café located at Animal Kingdom - Disney World Orlando, and we have never been disappointed.  What my children love is that after having a great time at Animal Kingdom, the fun continues at the Rainforest Café.



At Rainforest Cafe, we cater to kids. Our loveable Cha! Cha! and the Wild Bunch are here to make sure children of all ages have a great time while exploring the rainforest. So take a look around and find out a little more about our jungle friends. We think you'll agree that the rainforest is the place to be!

Meet the whole gang!

Cha! Cha! - The adventurous and brave red-eyed tree frog

Tuki - The amusing and curious baby elephant
Nile - The crocodile with a large appetite for fun
Bamba - The strong but very kind gorilla
Maya - The fearless jaguar is the protector of the rainforest
Rio - The swift and musical macaw loves to sing and dance
Iggy - The iguana is the oldest and wisest of the Bunch
Ozzie - The wacky yet big-hearted orangutan



Wild Bunch Birthdays

 Be the king or queen of the jungle! Celebrate your next birthday with the Wild Bunch and you'll enjoy the royal treatment - an incredible feast, unexpected treats and an overall WILD time. Contact your nearest Rainforest Cafe for information on our available packages or to book your Birthday Bash.

Our birthday packages include:

A selection from our special Wild Bunch Birthday Bash Menu
Children's Menu Acitvity Book & Crayons
A Wild Safari Hat
Wild Bunch Collectible Kids Plate
Birthday Bash Invitations & Envelopes!

 

 

www.RainforestCafe.com

 

Our contributing editor Melissa Clark recently visited the Rainforest Café with her family, read what she says.

 





Find out more about Melissa Clark, Author, Food Writer and contributing editor to Miami Food Review™!

    

 

Visit Melissa Sites Blog at:  www.MelissaClark.net



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5 South Florida Restaurants that your kids will absolutely love

5 South Florida Restaurants that your kids will absolutely love

by Melissa Clark

For the majority of the parents, dining out with a small child poses quite a difficult challenge. Choices typically range from places that are just way too fancy (and where kids and their harried parents are pretty much guaranteed to get the ol' stink-eye from patrons and servers alike) or mass market corporate chains with really boring food and zero ambience.  

But don’ despair as there is still hope for parents looking for that one spot to feed their family in Southern Florida. If a restaurant has a friendly wait staff, a kitchen open to the flexible whims of a child’s palate and a room of diners tolerable of tantrums, it all add up to a winning formula for feeding your children outside of the home.

Families are concerned with both time and money. With that in mind, here’s a selection of 5 best kid-friendly fast, casual restaurants – from neighborhood diners to mega-chains restaurants in South Florida that can please both big and little diners, whether you live in the area or are in vacation.

1. Giraffas

 

When it comes to child friendly restaurants, themed restaurants for kids are the ideal solution. At Giraffas your kids can enjoy a scrumptious kids cheeseburger, accompanied by fries and smiles, in a very colorful and welcoming décor, which includes a life-sized family of giraffes on the restaurants wall.

 

Giraffas Restaurant

2. Rainforest Café
 

Diners are supposed to feel as if they’re in a tropical rainforest. Artificial trees and vines drape across the ceiling jungle-like, with mechanical stuffed animals dashing, popping, and swinging about, cawing and growling. Menu items are diverse and kid-friendly. And to make you feel good about eating those amazing French fries, a percentage of Rainforest Café’s profits are filtered into sustaining the real rainforests of the world.

Rainforest Cafe

3. Jaxson’s Ice Cream Parlor
 

You’ll feel like you’ve stepped into “It’s a Wonderful Life” at this old-fashioned ice cream parlor and candy shop, where everything is made fresh on the premises. It makes more than 50 flavors of ice cream, from classics such as chocolate and vanilla to exotic tropical flavors like mango and passion fruit. Just watch for that sugar rush. 

 

 

4. Deck 84

 

Skip the indoor dining room and ask for a table on the considerable open-air patio where you and the family will get a stellar view of the Intracoastal Waterway. Little ones can gawk at the drawbridge as it rises for passing yachts. If patience starts to wane, there's plenty of room to escape for a quick walk to the water to take a peek at any fish that might be happening by.

 

 

5. BurgerFi

Burgers, fries, sundaes, hot dogs, shakes; the menu at this growing franchise is practically tailor-made for kids. But the quality of the product -- not to mention the craft beer and wine selection -- means it's not a total culinary bummer for the grownups. Plus, if soda isn't completely off-limits in your family, the kids will get a kick out of the digital "freestyle" fountain where they can mix and match fizzy drinks to their heart's content. Important note to parents with kids with allergies: French fries are made in peanut oil, so ask before ordering. 

 

 

Find out more about Melissa Clark, Author, Food Writer and contributing editor to Miami Food Review™!

    

 

Visit Melissa Sites Blog at:  www.MelissaClark.net

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Giraffas Brazilian Family Restaurant

It`s Time to Share the Love

With close to 400 locations in the South American country of Brazil and more than 30 years in action, Giraffas brings together a multi-cultural cuisine that combines a touch of American favorites with a dash of Brazilian tastiness.

Giraffas on a Mission

It’s no secret that Giraffas goal is to stick out our necks as far as possible so that we can bring you the most delicious dishes.

A meal at Giraffas is a trifecta of value, service, and quality. Simply put, we are committed to serving high quality food at a fair price with the best service you’ll find. Not bad for a lunch break!
 

Gira-Facts

Yes… we would love to ‘meat’ you! Come by anytime for lunch and dinner. We are open 7 days a week.

No… We don’t serve giraffe’s meat. Our signature picanha steak is a uniquely Brazilian cut full of juicy flavor.

Yes…We use only fresh products and ingredients, all hand-made each day at our restaurants.

Yes… we serve many Brazilian delicacies, such as Farofa, a toasted mixtures of Brazilian manioc flour, eggs, bacon and parsley.

Yes… it’s like having Brazil at your very own feet! (minus the 8-hour flight).



10-oz Grilled Picanha Steak

Our Menu

Giraffas multi-cultural Brazilian menuhas a little of something for everyone. Whether you are heading here on your own or with family or friends, our restaurant has brilliant Brazilian cuisine for your tummies! From grilled burgersto salads to pastasto famous Brazilian steaks, our menu includes it all so that all you have to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy your munch!
 

Juicy Grilled Chicken

Kid´s Menu

We all know how difficult it can be to get our kids to eat! But fear not, as Giraffas is a fabulous restaurant for crianças (that’s Portuguese for kids). Our kid´s menu is tailored to cater to every little one that comes through. Our burgers and many other tasty delights will have your child filled with excitement and most importantly, with healthy goodness!




Kid´s Meal: Cheese Burger

 




Giraffas News

Who said Giraffas don’t speak? Our Giraffas will update you on the latest!

Check out our news pagecontinuously and see what new things Giraffas’ has in store for you! Stay up-to-date with our new locations,  product launches, restaurant promotions and events.
 

South Florida Locations:

Giraffas North Miami
1821 NE 123 Street
North Miami, FL 33181

Hours: Mon - Sun 11:30am - 10pm
Phone: (786) 541-1848

Giraffas Midtown
3252 Buena Vista Avenue
Miami, FL 33137

Hours: Sun-Thu:11am-10pm Fri-Sat:11am-12 midnight
Phone: (305) 749-9994

 

Giraffas Pembroke Pines - Now Open!
155 North Hiatus Rd
Pembroke Pines, FL 33026

Phone: (954) 204-3502

Giraffas Doral- Opening Soon
9690 NW 41ST STREET
Doral, FL 33178

Giraffas Doral- Opening Soon
9690 NW 41ST STREET
Doral, FL 33178

Connect with Giraffas online:

Website: www.giraffas.com

Facebook   Twitter @giraffasUSA

 

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