Want to check out the newest businesses to open in Miami Beach? From a sushi burrito bar to an Italian eatery, read on for a rundown of the newest hot spots to open near you.
Wasabi Juans
910 West Ave., Suite A, Flamingo Lummus
Wasabi Juans is a sushi bar, offering poke, fast food and more.
Expect a fusion between sushi ingredients and Latin-style dishes. Burritos are filled with sushi ingredients like seasoned tuna, steak and chicken, plus other fixings like spicy mayo, avocado, tomatoes, cilantro and cream cheese. There's even a Frushi dessert, which is filled with Nutella, strawberries, apples, Rice Krispies and garnished with whipped cream. (View this spot's complete offerings here.)
Wasabi Juans is off to a solid start with locals, with 3.5-stars out of four Yelp reviews.
Amy W., who reviewed it on Dec. 24, said, "I had the rainbow burrito and it was delicious! The fish was very fresh and the side of salsa and chips was also delicious! Friendly staff and fast service, will be back soon!"
And Eric T. added, "Best burrito sushi restaurant in Florida. Very helpful staff in assisting [my] selection from the nice menu. Food was fresh and excellent tasting. The various homemade sauces were fresh and delicious."
The new spot is open from 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Monday-Thursday and Sunday, and from 11 a.m.–11 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Dulce Vida Mexican Restaurant
642 Sixth St., Flamingo Lummus
Dulce Vida Mexican Restaurant is a new Mexican spot.
Wrapped in flour tortillas, shrimp and fish tacos come with chipotle mayo and Mexican slaw, while the steak, al pastor and brisket tacos are loaded with your choice of toppings, such as cotija cheese, guacamole, pico de gallo and salsa. Steak tostadas, elote en vaso, a breakfast burrito and coffee are also on the menu. (You can view the spot's full offerings here.)
Yelpers are fans of Dulce Vida Mexican Restaurant: it's got five stars out of 10 reviews so far.
Chris M., who reviewed it on Dec. 21, wrote, "Lovely local taco shop. Tasty quesadillas too. They have the Mexican-style shrimp cocktail, as well as tostadas. Really can't go wrong with anything here. Homemade by a husband a wife team who care. [The] hot salsa is hot!"
Kenzie W. noted, "The tacos here are so fresh and delicious. Fresh cilantro and the hot sauce is the perfect spicy. I had chicken and steak tacos with a drink for a very good price. They have specials everyday and the owner is really wonderful."
Try it out: Dulce Vida is open from 7 a.m.–11 p.m. daily.
Mozzafiato Restaurant
520 W Ave., Bentley Bay Condominiums
Mozzafiato Restaurant is an Italian spot. The eatery's interior has rustic tables, and you can expect fine Italian dining options.
Start off with salmon caprese, tuna tartare and grilled Octopus with avocado salad and mongo cream, all creations of Giovanni Maglione, a veteran of luxury hospitality. (See the full menu here.)
It's off to a good start, with five stars out of seven reviews on Yelp thus far.
Yelper Angela B., who reviewed it on Dec. 22, wrote, "We just stopped by for a dinner and we had an exclusive experience with amazing Italian food. Also, we were surprised at the natural and biodynamic selection of wines. Very good food and warm and cozy atmosphere. The lounge area is nice."
Lovia D. said, "Food is delicious authentic Italian. Order any wine, because they're all delicious. A hidden gem tucked away on the Bay next to MacArthur Causeway. I love the free valet parking."
It's open from 6–10:30 p.m. Monday-Wednesday, and 6–11:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. (It's closed on Sunday.)
