Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Lake Lucerne

"A contemporary restaurant buzzing atop the 1111 Lincoln Road mixed-use building and parking garage, Juvia is a welcome breather from one of Miami’s most popular tourist destinations. Diners take a separate elevator up to a terrace for French, Japanese, and Peruvian plates, along with specialty cocktails and South Beach sights."

"The kingpin of Lincoln Road fine dining, Juvia is the mall’s rooftop hot spot and is perfect for a date night filled with chic people watching. Diners whisk up to the ninth floor of the 1111 Lincoln Road building for skyline views and a medley of French, Japanese, and Peruvian cuisine. View this post on Instagram"

"DowntownMiami’s largest art museum is as much a showcase of architectural mastery as any other art form, where large rooms, rounded walls, and hanging gardens with more than 54,000 plants give it an aesthetic like no other art museum in the world. The view’s not bad either, where you’ll catch glimpses of Biscayne Bay in between showcases of contemporary art from throughout Latin America and the world. The museum is also home to Verde, which we’ll humbly call the best museum restaurant in America even without its breezy bayside terrace.Know before you go: PAMM is currently only open 2-9 pm on Thursday, and 11 am - 6 pm Friday through Sunday."

"Miami is known for its art, and this collection of contemporary works, Miami’s flagship art museum, is a must-visit. In addition to its rotating exhibits, the museum is home to the Caribbean Cultural Institute, which promotes the arts and culture of the Caribbean. 1103 Biscayne Blvd, Miami | 305.375.5662 l Distance from Hotel: 5.6 miles"

"Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) and the Patricia and Philip Frost Museum of Science. Indulge in Miami’s most exotic Sunday Brunch at"

"At the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, you can visit the former villa and estate of James Deering, a businessman from Miami. The gardens and building look amazing and are based on Italian Renaissance style. Also, you find a collection of classical art and historical drawings here, so both the exterior as well as the interior are great."

"Walk around the bay and you’ll find the best spot for a photo sesh. You will have all day to explore the gardens."

"Nobody makes you feel more convincingly that you're in Italy like former-Scarpetta chef Michael Pirolo does at Macchialina. This tiny Alton Rd eatery not only survived the volatile Miami restaurant industry, it did it on Alton Rd when Alton Rd was a giant pile of gravel. The only spot not called Panera to survive the Alton Armageddon, it's done it with the richest red sauces, freshest pastas, and most inventive cocktail menu on this list."

"Or, if a wine and pasta meal sounds absolutely perfect, make your way to Macchialina, known for authentic Italian cuisine and a cozy vibe."

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"Temakase is a South Beach sushi spot specializing in hand rolls. The restaurant is located inside The Sagamore hotel, and has tasting menu options ranging from $22 to $50, as well as a la carte rolls."

"DowntownYou no doubt know the Freedom Tower, the iconic bright orange Mediterranean Revival skyscraper across from the American Airlines Arena that some have dubbed the Cuban Ellis Island. What you may not know is that it houses Miami-Dade College’s Museum of Art and Design, where you can peruse the school’s permanent collection of more than 1,900 works in genres from painting to videography. In tribute to its role as the gateway to freedom for thousands of Miamians, the museum also runs frequent photo exhibitions telling the city’s story from that era."

"The Mexican cuisine is created in this rustic taqueria modern eatery with deliciously crafted cocktails, 40 beer options, and outdoor seating if you want to enjoy a great trendy spot. Friday night specials include a 2 ”4” 1 Happy Hour from 4 PM until 7 PM with a complimentary taco buffet until 6 PM. Sunday Brunch features live entertainment from 11 AM until 4 PM with special drink offers!"

"Wynwood sushi restaurant Omakai (and temporarily in Aventura as well) is packing up the chef’s-choice sushi meal for diners to feast on while staying in. The elegant black box has partitions for each portion of the meal and includes sauces in individual containers, a wet nap and chopsticks."

"Omakai Sushi offers a a proper omakase experience starting at just $17 a person, and running up to $38 for its deluxe, multi-course meal filled with seasonal fish. A variety of hand rolls, nigiri, and sashimi can also be ordered a la carte."

"The owner of SpaJuiceBar knows firsthand about the nurturing and healing benefits of juicing, so she created the beverage bar to share her organic raw juice nutrition recipes with others. Stop by and shop for juices that range from immune boosters to inflammation reducers, liver cleansers and hangover cures concocted from a variety of vegetables and herbs. The bar offers weekly specials and juice tips of the day along with insight into juicing."

"Brunch starting at 8amW Hotel 401 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304. Sobe Vegan provides a healthy option for brunch-goers in Fort Lauderdale. Located inside the W Hotel with indoor and outdoor seating, they offer healthy great-tasting food that, as the name suggests, is vegan."

"SoBe Vegan offers a modern, healthy twist on the traditional American fare with a diverse menu that offers incredible salads, burgers, bowls, sandwiches, juices and more. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinnerDress code: Casual"

"SoBe Vegan offers a wide selection of salads, sandwiches, burgers, juices, shakes and more. Oh yeah, and it’s all vegan!"

"Continue south on Collins Avenue and enjoy the views of Miami Beach, eventually reaching iconic South Beach. Park and head to the sand to enjoy a few hours on the beach. If that doesn’t sound like the right fit, enjoy a walk along iconic Lincoln Road for shopping, eating, drinking and people watching."

"Crandon Park Beach boasts some of the clearest waters Miami has to offer, thanks in part to a strict ban on floatation devices and its offshore sandbar — itself an idyllic place to bask like the Floridian lizard you are at heart. Not to worry though, there’s plenty else to keep the whole family entertained, including unique eco-adventure experiences, picnic and cookout areas, and concession stands. If the sun becomes too much, head to the Family Amusement Center open on weekends and holidays only to check out its restored carousel, beachfront playground, and splash fountain."

"Just a short drive to northern Key Biscayne, Crandon Park is an island park equipped with volleyball nets, cabanas for rent and pristine turquoise waters that beckon for a dip. Aside from the stunning beaches and pearly white sands, the park is also home to mangroves, dunes and a nature center that houses exotic fish and other wildlife. Just five minutes away from Crandon Park is Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park which is home to the Cape Florida Light – the oldest standing structure in Greater Miami."

"An abandoned zoo on a subtropical island, ever since Dade County's main zoological park decamped to way down south, the Crandon Park Gardens, or just Crandon Gardens (both derivations are used) has sat and grown into a hidden, mysterious botanical garden with otherworldly follies (the former animal enclosures) scattered here and there."

"Hollywood Beach, an area 100-yards long, is located between Pershing & Custer Streets. The Dog Beach is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 3pm to 7pm. During Daylight Savings Time the hours are 4pm to 8pm."