Showing posts with label Mary Brickell Village. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Mary Brickell Village. Show all posts

Monday, February 4, 2013

Fadó Irish Pub & Restaurant Miami @ Mary Brickell Village


We're excited to bring a great Irish pub to Miami. Fadó, pronounced f'doe, is the Irish expression meaning "long ago". The term was commonly used as the preface of old Irish stories told by the Seanchaí (Shana-kee) or storyteller. At Fadó we are telling the story of Ireland's rich and celebrated pub culture. It is a culture of hospitable surroundings, good food and good drink, and friendly conversation- what we call "craic" (prounced "crack").

We're proud of a number of things- the quality of our food, great pints, how the pub looks and feels and the people who take care of our guests.

Fadó is unique in that it was constructed in Dublin and then shipped to Miami for assembly at our Mary Brickell location. Irish pubs have always been the social center for their communities and Fadó continues that fine Irish tradition.

Design and Decor

The story of Fado Miami begins with the design of the pub. It's broken up into a number of sections, each with a specific intent.

The Victorian Long Hall

As you enter the front door you walk into the Victorian Long Hall. A highly decorated dark Victorian large area meeting space mean to represent the Long Hall at Trinity College in Dublin.  The Victorian theme is typified by the Dark Cherry wood, ornate light fixtures, elaborate flooring design and decorative stain glass. It is a style of architecture named for the Queen of England Queen Victoria.

As you turn right and head up the stairs to the next level you are standing directly in front of the inside upper stage. This is where a typical Irish Ceili or Sessiun might take place; think a lot of dancing and singing, it's great craic!

The Shop

Moving forward we enter the Shop area of the pub. The Shop is another one of the Fado primary Design and Décor elements. Typically, the Shop was a place for rural people to meet, buy some things for the home and farm, and socialize. You could go shopping, have a bottle of Guinness and a shot of Irish whiskey and talk with neighbors you haven’t seen in a while. It was the perfect meeting place.

A Pub for Today

As you continue onward you'll enter a more contemporary area of the pub. This newer design is meant to show the younger influence on metropolitan styles that the major European cities are having on today’s Ireland. This is portrayed through the grand windows showing off the Miami skyline and the shopping areas across the street.  Also notice the addition of mood lighting accents in the floor and around the old Celtic artwork depicting the Legend of Oisin and the Tir Na Nog.  It is the perfect mix of new technology and traditional Irish themed values.

The Cottage

Moving on we enter into the Tradional Country/Cottage theme. In Irish history the tradition of the pub begins in the home. It was actually against ancient Irish law to not extend hospitality to strangers.  You'll notice the fireplace and the family pictures. The word Pub comes from the word 'Public House'; a Public House owner would have been called a Publican. Opening one’s home to the public and catering to a strangers needs is the core of what we do here at Fado.


The Importance of Snugs
Next, you will notice another small “room”. This secluded area is called a snug. You will see these throughout the pub and around the bar. It is an important and unique design feature in many Irish Pubs.  It originated as a private area attached directly to the bar so that the local parish priest could enjoy his drink in peace!

The Indoor / Outdoor Deck
Go through the door and we are now in the Deck area of the Pub.  The Top Deck Lounge, overlooking Mary Brickell Village, is a perfect place to meet friends for Happy Hour, have a meeting or catch a soccer game!

The Deck Area is important to the night life in Miami. Almost all of the windows open up to the street. The light fixtures were selected to represent make-shift outdoor lighting and the furniture is designed to be like typical outdoor deck furniture.

The artwork here is another representation of the Oisin legend. The story goes that Oisin, living in Tir Na Nog as an immortal, falls in love with a mortal woman. He is allowed to leave his land and be with her as long as he stays on his horse. His lover is so overcome with happiness that as she gets on the horse to join him, he falls off and immediately ages and dies.

 
You will also see artwork telling the story of the freedom of Saint Patrick. He was abducted and sold into slavery to an Irish chieftain when he was just 16 . The design tells the story of his escape and eventual return to Ireland. Saint Patrick is known for saving the Irish people from paganism (the "driving out of the snakes") by bringing Christianity to the clans. Saint Patrick’s day is a huge celebration in both Ireland and America and a major event for Fado Irish Pub. Interestingly enough, there are no snakes on the island of Ireland to this day.

The Stag's Head

Leaving the Deck you'll enter into the Stag’s Head Victorian section of the Pub. It is meant to represent a famous bar in Dublin with the same name.  Here you'll see the small Library section of the Pub. This is where we pay homage to some of the great writers in Irish Literature. Writers such as James Joyce, Oscar Wilde, Bram Stroker, Samuel Beckett, and Brendan Behan. These writers created wonderful masterpieces and did most of the work while drinking in Irish Pubs.

Directly to the right of the Stag’s head you see the elegant Dublin Room. With its large communal table, it is the perfect place to have a family dinner or a small private party.

Fado Irish Pub
900 South Miami Ave. , Suite 200
Miami, FL 33130
786-924-0972
 Web:  www.fadoirishpub.com

If you are interested in booking a private party or company event, please call us at: 786.924.0985

If you have any questions or suggestions:
Email us at miami@fadoirishpub.com

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Hours of Operation:
Monday - Thursday: 11:30am - 2am
Friday: 11:30am - 4am
Saturday: Early - 4am
Sunday: Early - 2am

We open early on the weekends for all the best in European sports - Rugby, English Premier League, Scottish Premier League, FA Cup, International competition and more. Check sports schedule for details.  Click here or below the image and you will go directly to Fado Irish Pub's website where you will find a fantastic explanation and history about the quality of beer they choose to offer their guests, a must watch.

A Behind the scene look at the making of a perfect pint click here>

Friday, September 10, 2010

Grimpa Steakhouse


GRIMPA BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE where you can taste the best flavors!  Prime cuts - which bring out the best of the meat, careful and distinguished service, and outstanding side dishes, make Grimpa Brazilian Steakhouse a unique restaurant.  Enjoy the best of the Brazilian "Churrasco" tradition in a classical environment. Taste and discover the pleasure of the Brazilian spices.

At Grimpa Brazilian Steakhouse we offer you 15 delicious types of beef, chicken and fish, in a continuous service system which includes:  Beef Ribs, Boneless Chicken, Boneless Rib Eye, Flank Steak, Lamb Shank, Pork Chops, Pork Loin, Pork Sausages, Prime Rib, Sirloin, Tenderloin, Top Sirloin, Noble Top Sirloin, Baby Beef and Salmon.

You can also help yourself to our salad bar, which offers a great variety of fresh food, including vegetables, fruits, antipasto, cheese, and many incredible dressings.  Moreover, a huge diversity of hot side dishes are available on a buffet, and some of them, as french fries, breaded banana and our traditional cheese bread among others, are freshly prepared and served at your table.

A little history....

In Brazil we call GRIMPA the branches of a special type of pine tree, tha "Araucária", very common in the southern region. The "Gauchos" that live in this region traditionally used these dry branches to start their campfires and prepare the "CHURRASCO" while they were out in the "Pampas" with their cattle. Naturally, meat was the main component of these meals.


These Araucárias also have an interesting mythical story. A famous tale from southern Brazil tells the story of a big blue bird whose favorite food was the Araucária nut, every fall this bird would bury the extra pine nuts to eat later that winter. But many of these nuts were forgotten buried and grew up to become these incredible and tall trees.

The Gauchos of southern brazil are also the inspiration for GRIMPAS's style of service, the "Rodizio". Moving about between the tables with their large sword-like skewers they will offer you a taste of this delicious memory of the Pampas. Restaurant.com GRIMPA STEAKHOUSE Gift Certificates: Save up to 60% off your next meal! At Grimpa's Brazilian Steakhouse.

Best Known For...

Authentic Brazilian rodizio
Premium beef
Premium taste
Happy hours daily
Over 500 wines from around the world.

Hours of Operation

Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30am-3pm
Dinner Mon-Thur 5:30pm-10pm
Fri 5:30pm-11pm
Sat 1pm-11pm
Sun 12pm-5pm

Grimpa Steakhouse
901 Brickell Plaza
@ Mary Brickell Village
Miami, FL 33130
For reservations 305.455.4757
305.371.5566 fax

Grimpa Steakhouse


GRIMPA BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE where you can taste the best flavors!  Prime cuts - which bring out the best of the meat, careful and distinguished service, and outstanding side dishes, make Grimpa Brazilian Steakhouse a unique restaurant.  Enjoy the best of the Brazilian "Churrasco" tradition in a classical environment. Taste and discover the pleasure of the Brazilian spices.

At Grimpa Brazilian Steakhouse we offer you 15 delicious types of beef, chicken and fish, in a continuous service system which includes:  Beef Ribs, Boneless Chicken, Boneless Rib Eye, Flank Steak, Lamb Shank, Pork Chops, Pork Loin, Pork Sausages, Prime Rib, Sirloin, Tenderloin, Top Sirloin, Noble Top Sirloin, Baby Beef and Salmon.

You can also help yourself to our salad bar, which offers a great variety of fresh food, including vegetables, fruits, antipasto, cheese, and many incredible dressings.  Moreover, a huge diversity of hot side dishes are available on a buffet, and some of them, as french fries, breaded banana and our traditional cheese bread among others, are freshly prepared and served at your table.

A little history....

In Brazil we call GRIMPA the branches of a special type of pine tree, tha "Araucária", very common in the southern region. The "Gauchos" that live in this region traditionally used these dry branches to start their campfires and prepare the "CHURRASCO" while they were out in the "Pampas" with their cattle. Naturally, meat was the main component of these meals.


These Araucárias also have an interesting mythical story. A famous tale from southern Brazil tells the story of a big blue bird whose favorite food was the Araucária nut, every fall this bird would bury the extra pine nuts to eat later that winter. But many of these nuts were forgotten buried and grew up to become these incredible and tall trees.

The Gauchos of southern brazil are also the inspiration for GRIMPAS's style of service, the "Rodizio". Moving about between the tables with their large sword-like skewers they will offer you a taste of this delicious memory of the Pampas. Restaurant.com GRIMPA STEAKHOUSE Gift Certificates: Save up to 60% off your next meal! At Grimpa's Brazilian Steakhouse.

Best Known For...

Authentic Brazilian rodizio
Premium beef
Premium taste
Happy hours daily
Over 500 wines from around the world.

Hours of Operation

Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30am-3pm
Dinner Mon-Thur 5:30pm-10pm
Fri 5:30pm-11pm
Sat 1pm-11pm
Sun 12pm-5pm

Grimpa Steakhouse
901 Brickell Plaza
@ Mary Brickell Village
Miami, FL 33130
For reservations 305.455.4757
305.371.5566 fax

 

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