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"‘You will be seeing unusual accomplishment,’ reads the inscription on the rough-hewn quarried wall. That’s an understatement. There is no greater temple to all that is weird and wacky about South Florida."

"No one’s figured out how one diminutive mason managed to move the huge stones for this sculpture garden dedicated to his lost love."

"The Barnacle Historic State Park is home to the oldest house in Miami|© William Silver / Shutterstock. Also in Coconut Grove, this fairly small park tops our list for having the oldest house in its original location in Miami. Visitors can tour the 1891 home, The Barnacle, to learn about the frontier life during the “Era of the Bay” at a time when all travel to the city was done by boat."

"At this 5-acre gem in Coconut Grove is the oldest home in its original location in Miami-Dade County (1891), which once housed Ralph Middleton Munroe, an American yacht designer. You'll also see plenty of mesmerizing Spanish moss. A post shared by @lizz_ax3 on Feb 26, 2017 at 2:42pm PST"

"A mere 21 years after Miami was officially incorporated as a city, the mission-style "coral rock" building of the Plymouth Congregational Church was constructed in Miami's oldest neighborhood, Coconut Grove."

"As I stand outside and walk into this beautiful old church feelings coming to mind are; beauty, old, history, planning, stories, Spanish, love, unique,… read more ». Rating: 5 based on 5 reviews"

"The building opened in 1925 and became a US National Historic Landmark in 2008.* It’s an impressive landmark. It first started as headquarters for the newspaper Miami News. It now is a contemporary art museum."

"Spanish missionaries and treasure seekers first explored the Florida coast as far back as the 17th century, and the Spanish Monastery in North Miami Beach is a fascinating bit of local and international history that dates back centuries before that when it was originally constructed in Spain. Inhabited by monks for nearly seven centuries, in the early 1920s, it was bought by American newspaper mogul William Randolph Hearst, disassembled, shipped to Florida, and reassembled on its current site. It has been open to the public since the mid-’60s, and for those who don’t mind spending a few extra bucks, the best way to experience it is by guided tour."

"Palat Miami is located in the Buena Vista neighborhood of Miami, just steps from the Design District at 4702 NE 2nd Ave. Featuring Modern Italian Cuisine and sleek & modern décor, it is the first Florida location of Aldo Lamberti’s Family of Restaurants, a restaurant group from the South Jersey/Philadelphia area. Palat’s diverse menu reflects the Chef’s & Owner’s Neapolitan roots with contemporary Italian plates, including homemade pastas, the freshest seafood dishes and delicious meat options."

"If you are looking for authentic Italian cuisine that you can enjoy at home, you should check out what Palat has to offer and drop by soon. It is situated in the Buena Vista neighborhood of Miami close to the Design District. Do not miss out on the innovative and inspired Italian dishes which include homemade pasta, meat choices, and seafood dishes."

"One of the best restaurants in Miami — Palat — is in the city's Buena Vista neighborhood. This neighborhood eatery serves comforting Italian food and offers an extensive wine list"

"Miami River is undoubtedly one of the city's best backdrops when it comes to outdoor dining, and River Yacht Club has always been a top destination for Instagram-worthy snapshots of the the city lights glinting off the water -- and now the iconic location has added Dashi, a progressive new Japanese restaurant, to the mix. Having opened as recently as last week, the venue's kitchen is helmed by Chef Shuji Hiyakawa, a protégé of Iron Chef Masahuru Morimoto, and serves up an innovative menu of fresh sushi & sashimi, udon, salads and craft cocktails. https://riveryachtclub.com"

"Romantic stalwart stays on top with new food and creative cocktails If you thought the Rusty Pelican, with its giant glass windows looking across Biscayne Bay to the skyline, was so romantic it had become cliché, thick again. Not content to be the grand dame of Miami’s romantic restaurants, the venerable Rusty Pelican has completely revamped its menu, adding stuff like fresh sushi, lobster risotto, and an impressive lineup of steaks. The cocktails here are also among the most surprisingly creative in the city, with six herb-infused gin and tonics complimenting an array of craft creations, like the Cider on the Biscayne with Elijah Craig bourbon, Drambuie, apple cider, lemon juice, and sugar cane."

"When the weather is nice in Miami (but who are we kidding, it’s always nice here) nothing is better than dining outside on the water. The Rusty Pelican kicks it up a notch by having some of the best views of the Miami skyline."

"Whether you're visiting Miami for the first or 15th time, a meal at the Rusty Pelican is a memorable experience. Vistas of the bay and Miami...Read More"

"CRUST is a casual Italian restaurant that specializes in gourmet pizzas and modern regional dishes. Run by acclaimed chef/owner Klime Kovaceski and his wife Anita, CRUST Restaurant offers a unique dining experience in a standalone art deco building near the Miami River. Retaining the original charm of the former 1950s building, the eatery boasts stunning interiors with a lofty 14-foot ceiling, elegant geometric lines, and majestic columns."

"Crust was opened in 2015 in an art deco building by Klime and Anita Kovaceski. The dinner menu features a good mix of small plates to be shared, pizzas and classic Italian dishes. For the table we suggest ordering the breaded eggplant and zucchini parm, meatballs, roasted beets and goat cheese or the burrata and prosciuotto."

"CRUST is a charming, casual pizza spot by the Miami River that’s generated buzz among local foodies for its gourmet toppings in creative combinations. Examples include the signatur..."

"A multi-course adventure where you wash your hands with chocolate Though this ultra-modern Colombian spot from chef Juanma Barrientos sits tucked away behind a condo tower on the Miami River, its environs aren’t inherently romantic. But when the second course of this nine-course journey has you and your date washing your hands in chocolate then licking it off, you’ll see why it’s the rare meal that is as much an adventure as it is dinner. You’ll spend a couple hours discovering Barrientos artful creations, from a tree sculpture made of traditional Colombian bread to exquisitely-designed meat courses."

"ElCielo by Juan Manuel Barrientos stands out as an unforgettable fine-dining destination for discerning, big-budgeted patrons. It’s simultaneously one of the most fun restaurants i..."

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"Ring local staple Joe’s Stone Crab for a takeout lunch just down the street; Miami natives know the side dishes are the best things on the menu. Order a few claws, but focus on hashed brown potatoes, famous coleslaw, sweet potato fries, creamed spinach and a slice of Key lime pie if you have room. Dine outside at your picnic tables and enjoy the view."