By: Robert Lovi By: Robert Lovi | April 13, 2022 | Food & Drink,
The Americas are two continents full of culture, tradition, rich history, incredible people, fantastic sights, and delicious food. Pan American countries contribute a tremendous amount of the above, which is why the continents have created a sense of heritage and belonging that makes everyone born within its borders proud to be from these lands. National Pan American Day, which falls on April 14, is a North and South American holiday honored by many countries. It commemorates the conclusion of the First International Conference of American States on April 14, 1890, which resulted in the formation of the International Union of American Republics, the forerunner to the Organization of American States.
And because Miami is the perfect melting Pan American pot, welcoming people from all over the American continents, we have made a list of some of the best Pan American restaurants in the city so you can eat some delicious food and feel proud of being from these beautiful lands, but even if you're not Pan American, you are guaranteed excellent services and delightful dishes at these locations listed below waiting for your to indulge.
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320 San Lorenzo Ave / Website
In the heart of Coral Gables, Ecléctico invites guests to try something new and enjoy its bold blend of Pan-Latin cuisines in a lively, welcoming, and stimulating indoor-outdoor venue. The restaurant brings a dose of excitement and flavor to the bustling Shops at Merrick Park, with a menu of enhanced Mexican staples, a fusion of globally inspired Latin tapas, a full cocktail bar, and live entertainment happy hour weekend brunch, and more. Ecléctico's warm, friendly ambiance begins with its vibrant dining area, decorated in hand-painted murals from floor to ceiling by local artist Chady Elias. A fantastic full bar, loaded with more than 200 types of tequila and mezcal, serves up imaginative craft margaritas and various craft drinks in the center. The entire facility extends to a sprawling outside patio with plenty of shaded seating for enjoying a breezy meal and cocktails with friends, family, and a diverse program of live entertainment, including their famed weekend fire performances.
8551 NW 53rd St. / Website
Pisco y Nazca, the flagship site of the acclaimed Coral Gables restaurant Bulla Gastrobar, opened in November 2015 at The Palms at Town & Country complex in Kendall and Downtown Doral. Pisco y Nazca delivers truly authentic Peruvian dining by combining a high-energy mood with attention to detail. The team behind Pisco y Nazca has spent time in Peru immersed in the culture and has witnessed Peru's passion and pride, reflected in the restaurant's design, cuisine, and environment. The name comes from the Peruvian proverb "Entre Pisco y Nazca," which means "between Pisco and Nazca," which means "having pleasure and enjoying the company of friends and loved ones in a social atmosphere," which is what the restaurant aims to achieve. Pisco y Nazca is a lively home away from home that entices visitors to return.
350 Ocean Drive / Website
In February, the Balfour Hotel, a historic boutique hotel in the Art Deco district's South of Fifth neighborhood, opened the doors to Mehzcla, a spectacular Latin-fusion dining experience. Mehzcla mixes a variety of Latin American culinary inspirations that welcomes guests from all walks of life to have a place at the table for breakfast, lunch, supper, and happy hour, as a reference to the hotel's Miami Beach past. Executive chef Steven Acosta, a proud Miami local with 15 years of experience and methods in kitchen leadership, is at the head of Mehzcla, bringing a worldwide perspective to the restaurant's diverse menu.
2335 N Miami Ave / Website
Los Buenos, the sister restaurant of Coyo Taco in Miami, is a Mexican taqueria that serves hand-pressed tortillas, authentic tacos, delectable sides, and classic burritos quesadillas.
1601 Drexel Ave / Website
Little Liberty, located inside Time Out Market Miami, is an all-American concept with gourmet burgers, alcoholic shakes, and house-made milkshakes. A James Beard Award-winning chef, Michelle Bernstein, creates upgraded burgers for Little Liberty's all-American menu. Our famous Smashburger, Little Liberty's take on a classic burger, The Dirty Smashburger with crumbled blue cheese and bacon jam, The Steakhouse, Ground Chicken Burger, Filet-O-Snapper, The Vegan Burger, and more items are available on the menu. Crisp mozzarella balls, house fries, beer-battered onion rings, and deviled eggs are all available to accompany your meal. A world-renowned bartender and Sweet Liberty's creative beverage director, Naren Young has devised a boozy and non-boozy shakes menu for the fast-casual concept. The Grasshopper contains vodka, creme de menthe, creme de cacao, chocolate, mint ice cream, and the Banana Foster, aged rum, and roasted banana liqueur cinnamon, salted caramel, vanilla ice cream, and walnuts, are two signature shakes.
959 West Ave / Website
Whitmans, which stands for quality, America, and tradition, is the go-to spot for a dining experience that features enhanced comfort food prepared fresh. Whitmans mixes flavors and made-to-order techniques to delight friends and family, using local vendors. Whitmans' Juicy Lucy - two thin beef short rib blend patties pressed together encasing a scoop of pimento cheese. The result is a molten center of cheese spilling from the patty - which is modeled by the Minneapolis-originated phenomenon. There are several locations in Florida and New York.
6915 Red Road / Website
Grove Bay Hospitality Group's Public Square is a contemporary steakhouse in Miami's Coral Gables area, on the outskirts of South Miami. Public Square, a neighborhood restaurant on the junction of Red Road and San Ignacio Avenue, serves upgraded, conventional American meals. Guests can enjoy favorite entrees like Public Square's Roasted Cauliflower Steak, Grilled Branzino, or items from the Sushi & Raw Bar, including Ceviche, Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice, and more.
2300 NW 2nd Ave / Website
The Mad Butcher is an all-day gourmet sandwich store that doubles as a vibrant late-night speakeasy in the heart of Wynwood. The revolutionary culinary-entertainment concept, helmed by visionary restaurateurs Kim Wood of Norman's and Coco Coig of Le Chick, blends a short yet delicious gastronomic experience with a secret luxury club that provides customers a unique and unpretentious neighborhood hideaway. The Mad Butcher prides itself on serving extraordinarily fresh, house-made sandwiches created with only the finest locally available ingredients. A Tennessee Fried Chicken sandwich with spiced fried chicken, green apple coleslaw, pickles, mint salad, Tennessee spicy sauce, and an El Cubano sandwich with smoked ham, cotto ham, and gouda cheese, pickles, and dijonnaise, are available on the menu. There's also old-fashioned soft-serve ice cream and a daily selection of decadent baked pies on the menu.
401 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd / Website
Stephen Starr's acclaimed Mexican restaurant El Vez, a James Beard Award winner, offers a colorful environment, regional Mexican gastronomy, and exceptional service at W Fort Lauderdale. The restaurant's diverse ambiance, which has been carried down from its predecessors in Philadelphia and New York, sets the tone for a fun and relaxed dining experience that includes everything from snacks and tropical beverages to a delectable multi-course feast of excellent Mexican dishes. Executive Chef Reinaldo Alfonso oversees the kitchen, boasting raw industrial elements, breathtaking ocean views, and warm, inviting furniture that expertly integrates comfort with a light, beach-chic style to offer the ultimate hideaway.
1313 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale / Website
Thanks to charismatic co-owner Rocco Mangel, Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar is the go-to spot for authentic Mexican food in a dynamic ambiance. Upbeat music, a lively happy hour, an amazing Taco & Tequila Tuesday, and weekend Bottomless Brunch complete the sensory eating experience. Diners can try over 300 different types of tequila, either on their own or blended with Rocco's unique homemade Margarita sour mix and munch on their famed tableside guacamole. Birria Tacos and Enchiladas are two dishes that exemplify the authentic spirit of Mexico.
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