New Japanese Steakhouse Coming to Brickell by Bad Bunny and David Grutman
Bad Bunny is partnering with David Grutman and his hospitality group, Groot Hospitality, to open a new Japanese steakhouse known as Gekko. Coming this July to Miami’s Brickell, Gekko will be located under the SLS Lux tower at 801 S. Miami Avenue where Katsuya is currently located.
Its menu will feature prime cuts and various Wagyu beef dishes with dashes of Korean BBQ spices. Guests may also expect sophisticated table-side culinary displays, such as flame-seared steak courses, as well as traditional Japanese fare including a full sushi menu and a six-seat omakase bar.
Gekko’s design will be created by The Rockwell Group, and will have “luxurious-yet-contemporary” graphic wall coverings, jewel tones, light and natural wood accents, and seating for 185 guests. On the very colorful and Instagrammable South Miami Avenue area, the location is located on the northwestern ground floor portion of the SLS Lux Brickell tower.
Gekko will join Grutman and Groot Hospitality’s ever-expanding Miami restaurant portfolio, which already includes Papi Steak, Komodo, and Key Club, as well as Swan and Strawberry Moon, his two restaurants with Pharrell Williams.
The Japanese word “Gekko” means “moonlight,” which is appropriate for a city known for its nightlife. It’s also a double entendre reference to Michael Douglas’ famous Wall Street character Gordon Gekko. “On the day we were deciding on a name, Bunny was smitten with ‘Gekko. That night, I watched a Carl Icahn documentary,” Grutman says. “It all came together, and we had it.”
Dirty French Steakhouse Officially Opens in Miami
Thanks to Major Food Group, they are bring another one of their successful New York restaurants to Miami. Located in the heart of Brickell, Dirty French Restaurant will bring culinary sophistication through this Parisian Fare steakhouse to further add to the ever-expanding Miami scene. Oh, and did we mention…the decor is 80’s era themed?
From the high-quality meat and fish to the comprehensive 700-bottle wine list, Major Food Group co-founders Zalaznick, Mario Carbone, and Rich Torrisi have brought this innovative menu to life with a menu full raw bar items, seafood dinners, aged steaks, and your favorite classic side dishes.
The menu itself ranges from prime aged steaks, including Filet Mignon, Ribeye, and New York Strip, all of which are presented with a variety of sauces ranging from Au Poivre to Cajun. Forty-ounce Porterhouses and a Wagyu Tomahawks, are the chef’s favorites and Diners will be surprised by a range of off-menu cuts offered weekly at the restaurant as well. The menu also includes a savory Dover Sole Meunière served table-side, a Duck à l’Orange, and an excellent soufflé program, all of which pay homage to the restaurant’s Parisian roots.
The design of the interior can only be described as French elegance. Designed by Ken Fluk, Dirty French Steakhouse mixes the early 80’s French era with contemporary tropical designs. Throughout, you’ll notice the golf-leaf ceiling, Jungle Bar, onyx bar, glass leaf chandelier, leopard bar stools and banana pendants. The pieces blend elegantly and really make the steakhouse inviting.
According to Co-Owner of Major Food Group, “After making this paradise home, we realized that there was a tremendous opportunity to bring a sensational steakhouse to Brickell in true MFG fashion—a sophisticated, contemporary, high-energy culinary blockbuster fit for the most exciting city in the world today. It simply does not get any more major than Dirty French Steakhouse, which is the beginning of a series of big projects in the neighborhood.”
French Dirty Steakhouse has officially opened and if it’s like Major Food Group’s other Miami restaurants, Carbone, ZZ’s Club, and Sadelle’s, you may want to book your reservations now. Make your reservations through DirtyFrench.com.
Gordon Ramsay’s Infamous Hell’s Kitchen to Open in Miami
In a statement recently released from Gordon Ramsay’s company, Ramsay will establish a Hell’s Kitchen branch in downtown Miami in late 2022. It will be the third Hell’s Kitchen establishment, after those in Las Vegas and Lake Tahoe. Two more locations, in Chicago and Washington, D.C., are also on the way.
The Miami location will be just as big and just as iconic as its other locations. The site itself will be located at the Metropolitan Miami Development which lies just north of the river in Brickell.
The space spreads out 16,000+ square feet over two floors, there will be a ground-floor patio and a second-floor dining terrace. Like its counterparts, there will be an open kitchen, bar, and signature fire depictions throughout the restaurant.
The menu will include the show favorites but with a Miami twist. Think oysters, shrimp cocktails, and seared scallops featuring Cuban and South American spices and classics. Other foods like beef Wellington, chicken scallopini, meatballs, and foie gras will also be on the menu.
You will know what you pay for with the fixed-price options that range from $75 to $85.
Ramsay himself stated, “I’m so excited to bring [the restaurant] to Miami. With its impressive food scene, Art Deco architecture, and amazing people, they really know how to bring on the heat, and I know Hell’s Kitchen will feel right at home.”
Gordon Ramsay is a British chef, tv personality, and restaurateur. He founded Gordon Ramsay Restaurants in 1997 and has been awarded 16 Michelin stars overall and currently holding 7. He began Hell’s Kitchen in 2004 and it received national recognition in 2005. Ramsay is known for his incredible skills, fiery attitude, bluntness, and his excessive use of profanity.
Hell’s Kitchen Miami will open in the fall of 2022. Aria Group and Architecture will be in charge of the design of this location.
Sexy Fish Miami Opens its Doors with a Grand Opening Celebration
Sexy Fish has finally opened and we had a front-row seat to the culinary experience. February 3rd marked the formal opening of the iconic London-based restaurant’s first United States location. From sophisticated decor to delectable cuisine, we have the details that will make you want to book a reservation now!
The brainchild behind the London-based restaurant, Richard Caring first opened the restaurant in 2015 in the affluent Mayfair district of London. The location and style draw in celebrities, notables, and stylish crowds alike. Caring also owns many of London’s most celebrated restaurants including, The Ivy, Scott’s, and 34 Mayfair. He has also played a hand in the development of the globally renowned private member’s club, Annabel’s.
The interior designers of Sexy Fish along with Martin Brudnizki Design Studio thoughtfully one of the most photogenic restaurants in Miami. Designed by SeaVisions, the large illuminated fish tank is the centerpiece of the restaurant spanning across the wall of the private dining room. Throughout you’ll see gorgeous artwork but Damien Hirst and 26 custom fish lamps created by Frank Gehry.
The menu itself is a masterpiece with classics inspired by Asia and Japan. The Chef Director Bjoern Weissgerber has created appetizing items that include Duck Salad, Smoked Tuna Belly, Black Cod, King Crab, Bone Marrow, and crispy Eringi Mushroom. Don’t miss the Sexy Gold Fish or Crispy Caviar that is marinated with gold-flake sea bass. There is also an extensive wine and champagne list with signature cocktails including Chocolate and Wine, Yuzu, and Elderflower.
The opening night included a private performance by Mary J. Blige with notables Dan Mikesell, Pepe Gonzalez, Kathryn Mikesell, and David Castillo. With ‘healing DJs, mermaid dancers, late-night entertainment, and thematic entertainment, the opening night was a success!
Reservations are booking quickly with a month out for the next reservation. To inquire about bookings and additional information, click here.
Peruvian Restaurant Jattö Opens in Wynwood Miami
Chef Henry Hané of B Bistro + Bakery, the owner and executive chef, has officially opened a new Peruvian restaurant in Wynwood Miami, Jattö. Located at 223 NW 23rd Street at the former Wynwood Alter location.
Jattö is derived from the Peruvian word “jato,” which means “house,” according to Hané. For the chef, home is where is drew his inspiration for his recipes from all over the world, including Thailand, Peru, Cuba, and Italy.
Hane is known for his work not only at B Bistro + Bakery, but also at Eating House, Bebito’s Cafe, Le Manoir Aux Quat Saisons, as well as at Two Michelin Star Miramar in Llanca, Spain. At Jattö, he uses his multi-sensory culinary expertise to prepare the avant-garde cuisine. Aleric Constantin is the Chef de Cuisine in the kitchen with him.
This multifaceted culinary restaurant has a contemporary indoor dining room, a chef’s table, and a beautiful alfresco dining terrace with an exotic cocktail bar. The room has been renovated by Jattö into a vivid culinary vision with lush green and gold tones. Guests can dine indoors, outdoors, or at the chef’s table, which offers views into the kitchen.
Jattö will serve dinner during the opening month of November and December with weekend brunch options. Small plates range from $12-$22 and bigger meals range from $65-$85 for sharing.
The ingredients for his dishes are locally sourced, the food is prepared with cutting-edge techniques bringing together Miami vendors and farmers.
Menu
BREAD Sullivan st. – colada butter
FUFU CROQUETAS plantain skin relish – lime
OCTOPUS CHIPS botija aioli – parsley
CHOCLO five spice butter – lime – cebolla criolla
MR. BENEDICT soft egg – hollandaise – bacon – panela gel – smoked paprika
Jattö officially opened on November 16. Their hours are Monday- Friday 6 pm-11:30 pm with later hours on weekends. Reservations are required.
Grab Your Mimosas-We are Going to Brunch
Major Food Group does it again with the opening of another restaurant in Coconut Grove and this time, it’s focused on brunch! The restaurant Sadelle’s, which will open mid-December is another New York restaurant that the group has decided to open an additional location in South Florida along with the Italian eatery, Carbone, and ZZ’s Sushi Bar in the Design District.
Sadelle’s will be located at 3321 Mary Street where the former Tigertail + Mary restaurant was located. The building just sold last month in a joint venture with the Terra Group and The Related Group to the developer, Mocca Construction for $5.5 million. That is one of the reasons Tigertail + Mary closed last month was due to this sale. The retail condo space on the main floor was also sold for $6 million to a Mexican Investment Group under the name 2811 SBD LLC.
The founders Mario Carbone, Jeff Zalaznick, and Rich Torrisi signed a 10-year lease for the space. The restaurant will include outdoor space.
According to Sadelle’s website, they are considered to “Serve the best bagels in New York City.” Miami will be the judge of that! Not only do they offer classic bagels, but they also offer chopped salads, sliced to order salmon and sturgeon.
HEALTHY EGG SANDWICH Egg whites, arugula, green chili
EGGS ANY STYLE Scrambled, fried or poached, served with potatoes and bagel
CAVIAR
SOFT SCRAMBLED EGG
LATKE ROYALE
TRADITIONAL CAVIAR SERVICE
SPECIALITIES
GRAPEFRUIT COCKTAIL
FRENCH TOAST
BLUEBERRY PANCAKES
CHEESE BLINTZES
GRILLED SALMON
TROUT MEUNIÈRE
BONE IN STRIP
SIDES
BREAKFAST POTATOES
BACON
SAUSAGE
AVOCADO
SADELLE’S COLESLAW
PICKLES
GLUTEN FREE BAGEL & CREAM CHEESE
BAGEL & CREAM CHEESE
TOASTChallah or Rye
Sadelle’s was also voted 23 Best Brunch Spots in New York City by Harper’s BAZAAR.
Wynwood’s Hottest New Club Opens this Weekend-Mad Club
The newest luxury night club, Mad Club, brought to you by The Dirty Rabbit Group, will open their doors this weekend in Wynwood. Mad Club will one of the few night clubs in Wynwood that offer a luxury experience with bottle service.
The style of this new night club is like no other in Wynwood or Miami for that matter. As you enter, you’ll be greeted by a hostess in a white room with lined with crystal chandeliers, giraffe heads, and an expansive champagne bar.
Once out of the champagne bar, the hostess will lead you to your reserved area that resembles a large honeycomb. Upon looking out from your reserved area, the DJ booth looks exactly like a bee hive. There is nothing short of a bee and honey theme throughout the club.
“Become part of the honeycomb and see what the Queen has to surprise you every time” is what Mad Club’s website conveys and it does not disappoint.
Mad Club will feature two famous DJ’s, DJ Anastasia and DJ Walgee, and will spread out between Fridays and Saturdays. Those days are the only ones that Mad Club is currently open but depending on popularity, they may open additional days.
According to the owner, Andres San Martin, “It’s our mission to provide an experience that not only speaks to the lifestyle of Miami, by showcasing extravagant design and a vibe like no other.”
Not only will there be bottle service, there will also be complementary champagne. There will be a strict dress code for all. Reservations are required with general admission, hightop tables, and VIP tables.
Miami’s First Vinyl Listening Bar-Dante’s HiFi
Wynwood welcomes Dante’s Hifi, the newest bar and listening lounge that will have you stepping into a different era. Think vinyl-covered walls, low lighting, and big leather couches that create a retro yet vintage vibe.
One of the cool things features of this bar is that it is similar to a speakeasy. With no front door, the entrance is in the back through a courtyard.
The intimate bar and lounge located at 519 NW 26th St., Miami was founded by Sven Vogtland, DJ Rich Medina, Alan Drummond, Jourdan Binder, and Arturo Nuñez. The inspiration behind the bar was from listening rooms in Japan. The group also wanted to offer a unique musical experience and not just another Miami nightclub. Medina wanted to bring “listening at a higher level” to Wynwood.
Vogtland being a massive vinyl collector states that “It’s a real cultural thing there, having a cocktail and enjoying vinyl. “That’s where Dante’s came from. I came home and told my business partner: ‘Miami is craving something a bit different.”
According to the owner’s Medina’s album collection is what’s playing at Dante’s HiFi and that around 40% of the records are still in the process of being moved from New York. One of the best things about the music is that there is a specific genre. According to one of the owners, “there’s room for everything.”
Starting the night off, the music is very laid back and chill. After hours, the music picks up and changes into more of a club-like vibe.
Dante’s can only hold around 50 people so reservations are not required by highly recommended with a $25 reservation fee that is applied to drinks.
Speaking of drinks, the cocktail menus are focused on highball that is made with Japanese whiskey and served in a great glass boot. There is also beer, wine, and other cocktails to choose from.
Membership options are also available.
South Miami Welcomes NYC Restaurant in Summer 2022
Over the past year, Miami has seen a swarm of NYC eateries heading south including Carbone and COTE. Now we can add the Parisian-style bistro Pastis to the list. Pastis is famous for being the go-to French fare in the Meatpacking district and many celebrities have been known to frequent this famous restaurant.
Stephen Starr, James Beard Award-winning chef, and Keith McNally are the masterminds behind Pastis that have been in business for nearly 15 years. The new location is expected to open in the summer of 2022 at 380 NW 26th Street in the Wynwood neighborhood.
The design of the new location will be similar to NYC’s location. Designed by Paisely Design, the Miami location will feel like a “time-worn Parisian bistro.” Hardwood plans, a curved zinc bar, dark banquettes, subway tile, and vintage mirrors will flow effortlessly through the space. Handwritten daily specials along with the mosaic-tiled floor will bring the space together forming the vibe of the bistro.
According to Starr, “For the last few years, I’ve had my eye on Wynwood. I’ve witnessed the vibrant and artistic neighborhood transform into a booming cultural hub with an incredible dining scene. People want great food, energy, and a great location; Pastis Miami will be a perfect addition to the community.”
Pastis originally opened in 1999 in Manhattan, while quickly becoming the “go-to” spot for a-listers. In 2014, the building that the restaurant was in sold, and in the summer of 2019, they reopened and Starr joined the team.
Their classic menu includes French classics like steak tartare, onion soup, snails with garlic butter, trout amandine, filet au Poivre, and tuna Crudo.
