Blue masa is used to create their homemade gluten-free tortillas and chips, and to be honest, my trip to Miami was almost a year ago, and I still think about how good they were on a regular basis! Specializing in authentic tacos and street fare, it's a casual place where you can eat good food al fresco. This traditional Mexican taqueria is definitely a local’s spot. The ambience, with its cheetah print banquets, mood lighting, and outdoor terrace truly sets the mood for a special evening worth savoring. The best steak I ever had was at Los Fuegos by Francis Mallmann-the Argentinian celebrity chef is a true grillmaster. The mid-century Brazilian-inspired aesthetic breathes a welcoming ambiance and warm energy into the expansive 6,700 square feet space. Whether you’re in the mood for chips and caviar or a lobster roll, The Key Club is Coconut Grove’s newest hot spot for brunch with the ladies, afternoon cocktails, or a buzzy dinner with friends. If you’re seeking a laid-back, unpretentious environment with great seafood and wine, grab a table on their patio. Mandolin is a true Mediterranean escape in the heart of Miami's Design District. Just make sure you save room for the homemade pistachio gelato. The Northern Italian restaurant-which feels more Montepulciano than Miami-offers an impressive wine list and traditional Tuscan fare: stracciatella, truffle risotto, ragu bolognese. You’d be hard-pressed to find a more romantic spot in South Beach than Casa Tua (the lantern-lit trattoria practically screams engagement spot). Order the lobster spaghetti and stay awhile. Designed by Ward and Gray, handblown glass lanterns hung from pergolas, olive trees are adorned with sparking white lights, and blue-and-white sofas line marble tables. You can’t go wrong with an evening at Cecconi’s, Soho Beach House’s Venetian-inspired restaurant set in a bright and airy garden courtyard.

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