As the temps are dropping, our autumnal cravings are upping. We might not get the full color palette of foliage in South Florida, but we do get to choose from a range of seasonal delights when it comes to the culinary scene. Some Miami eateries are presenting brand new food items in the spirit of fall, while others simply fit the bill for a cozy outing feasting on the day's harvest. Here's the lowdown.
Multiple Locations / Website
The beginning of pumpkin spice season calls for a Pumpkin Spice Brown Butter donut at The Salty. This innovative, sugary concoction is made with 24-hour brioche, pumpkin spiced glaze and a brown butter crumble topping. Pair it with seasonal beverage specials like the Pumpkin White Mocha Latte or the Apple Chai Latte, and you’ve officially ushered in fall.
Lincoln Road / Website
The scoop is in: The new Salt & Straw location on Lincoln Road is stocked up on pumpkin spice ice cream, loaded with tender chunks of just-baked pumpkin bread and dollops of whipped cream cheese frosting. They call this autumnal flavor “Jack O’Lantern Pumpkin Bread.”
3201 Buena Vista Blvd. / Website
The Fiorentina salad at Negroni is the leafy fall fix you’ve been waiting for—a toss of mixed greens, burrata cheese, quinoa, beets, almonds and sweet potatoes, drizzled with balsamic vinaigrette.
1350 S Dixie Highway / Website
Nothing screams fall louder than farm-harvested ingredients. James Beard-nominated Chef Niven Patel curates his dishes directly from his 2-acre farm, bringing the newly introduced Autumn Farro and Squash Salad to the table this season. With the addition of cranberry, kale and toasted pecans, this salad is crisp weather perfection.
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2901 Collins Ave. / Website
A reimagined supper club from the 1950s, Matador Room embodies everything you love about fall with its dark and cozy interior. The seasonal menu embraces fresh, locally sourced ingredients that come in large and small plates. Heartier options include the arroz con pollo and pepper crusted beef tenderloin with sweet potatoes, a preview to Thanksgiving dinner.
30 NE 40th St. / Website
Michael’s Genuine in Design District is all about the fresh, seasonal ingredients that dictate the menu, consistently delivering a meal that hits the spot just right. Something about brussels sprouts feels akin to fall, which you can get wood roasted as a side or as an entrée that is creatively presented with pears, basil, parmesan crema and pistachio.
2727 Indian Creek Drive / Website
Located in a restored 1930s house, 27 Restaurant & Bar serves ingredient-driven, globally-inspired dishes on vintage plates. From the garden, order the kabocha squash with labneh and zhough (a spicy, belly-warming sauce), and from the grill, the smoked short rib with pomegranate BBQ sauce is your coziest bet.
Photography by: Courtesy of The Salty, Courtesy of Negroni Bistro & Sushi Bar, Courtesy of The Miami Beach EDITION, Courtesy of 27 Restaurant & Bar at Freehand Miami
