I came to Miami in search of an alchemy shop, hoping to discover some rare ingredient capable of…read morecuring my dreadful allergies. Instead, I stumbled upon Koana Tiki Bar--a hidden little chamber of tropical enchantment tucked away from the ordinary world. As Miami's only tiki bar, Koana is surprisingly well themed. It is a smaller establishment, which explains why reservations are required, but the intimate setting only adds to the charm. Once inside, the outside world seems to disappear beneath warm lighting, exotic décor, and the unmistakable feeling that something mysterious is being prepared behind the bar. The food is available, but Koana truly shines through its drink menu. The team has clearly done its research and assembled some serious heavy hitters. My companions and I visit whenever we're in Miami, and we've sampled nearly every drink on the menu. I have yet to encounter a bad one. They are fairly priced for Miami, though their strength should not be underestimated. These are not casual refreshments--they are potent little potions disguised as tropical cocktails. The staff is always kind, attentive, and extremely knowledgeable. They're happy to explain the drinks and guide you toward something that suits your taste, whether you seek something sweet, sour, smoky, fruity, or powerful enough to summon your ancestors. During my visit, I combined several ingredients from the menu into a highly experimental concoction. After one sip, my allergies vanished completely. After the second, I could smell colors. By the third, I was convinced the palm trees were speaking to me in ancient tongues. I have no idea what was in that drink, but my sinuses were clear, my spirit was elevated, and I briefly achieved enlightenment beneath a decorative tiki mask. Reservations are essential, the drinks are strong, and the bar is small--but Koana is absolutely worth seeking out. Just be certain you're prepared for whatever spirits may answer when you raise your glass.

Can't recall ever reviewing staff and patrons, but ya kinda have to in the case of Kaona. That's…read morebecause the guests here are almost as engaged in the operation as the staff. Guess the insight here is Kaona draws folks who so totally want to be there and participate in the nightly celebrations that it becomes contagious, spreading from table to table with smiles, laughter, and cameras. Oh yeah, and did I mention the cocktails? I feel the term 'artisan' is so overused nowadays that I avoid using it, so can we just go with the Bill & Ted description that Kaona's tiki drinks are "Most Excellent!" Will non Gen-Xers get that last reference???

I wanted a hearty and flavorful meal so Korean glass noodles came to mind. Went in-person to order…read moreand the line was up to the door so soon as I walked in I joined the line. The place isn't that big and seating is first come first serve. I got my food to go and I asked for chili oil on the side. I wasn't a fan of the chili oil it seemed like I was given garlic oil because I didn't see any chili seeds. That was the only thing I wasn't a fan of. The Korean glass noodles were extremely HOT like they were still on the stove and I love that so much. I enjoy hot food. The portion size is definitely worth the price.

Refreshing drinks and a beautiful atmosphere…read more Stopped by Sovereign in Miami and tried the Thai tea latte and Butterfly Lychee. The Thai tea latte was rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced with that classic bold tea flavor and subtle sweetness. The Butterfly Lychee was refreshing, light, and visually stunning, with a delicate floral note and fruity lychee flavor that made it feel perfect for Miami's warm weather. Service was friendly and welcoming, and the staff were happy to answer questions about the drink menu. The vibe is modern, stylish, and relaxing, with a beautiful interior that makes it a great place to catch up with friends, work remotely, or simply enjoy a drink. The space feels thoughtfully designed and inviting. Overall, a lovely café experience with well-crafted drinks and a great atmosphere. I'd definitely come back to try more of their specialty beverages.

Was craving some poke for lunch and this place was next to my office so wanted to try it out…read more You can customize however you want your poke bowl, the staff was super helping in sharing what was popular and helped me choose. Its super flavorful, tasted fresh. Was surprised to see the location empty for lunch since the food is good.

Poke OG has become one of my go-to lunch spots near the office. It's part of the OG Hospitality…read moreGroup, the same team behind Mr. Omakase and Dumplings Mi Amor, so you can expect fresh, high-quality ingredients every time. My usual order rotates between the Hybrid OG Bowl and the Rainbow Bowl, both consistently satisfying and well-balanced with tuna, salmon, and white albacore in the case of the Rainbow Bowl. Service is always quick, making it an easy option for a solid dine-in or takeout lunch in Downtown. Regular-sized poke bowls start around $15, which is fair for the quality and portion size. I'm looking forward to trying their omakase boxes on a future visit!

This restaurant is located inside Doral Yard and its one of the many options they offer. We had…read morewanted to try their Poke burger (first and only time ive heard of it!) and was not disappointed!! We're huge fans of sushi and poke bowls, so our expectations were high. All of the ingredients were fresh, and the portion was large. I did see other reviews saying they lacked sauce and I would have to agree. If they gave the sauce on the side or generously spread it around the burger, it would be a 10/10. The salmon croquetas were TO DIE FOR. Overall the service was quick for a Friday night, and the host was nice too. Everything was clean and the Doral Yard staff were friendly. The music was quite loud so not a great date spot lol.

amazinnnngggggg if it were closer to where i live, id be here everyday the poke burger is genuis…read moreand so delish!! bit confusing with the rewards program bc they didnt let me get 3 stamps when i ordered three separate times (on accident) and said i can only get a stamp 1 per day

Had a craving for Asian food and came to the food hall at 1800 lucky ! A lot of Asian vendors in…read morethe food hall making you feel like you're having some street food from small stalls, really cool vibe. We had a chance to try Soi Thai. Soi Thai is a delicious go to spot for Thai food ! I already loved their location on Flagler, and I'm glad they are expanding and giving us more spots to enjoy their authentic Thai flavor ! The Kao soi is my favorite, the shrimp pad Thai is excellent and one of my favorites in Miami. Hands down some of the best Thai in Miami !

We hit up the filipino spot located in the patio of 1-800 lucky. The skewers were tender and…read moreflavorful and the turon was like any classic banana jackfruit turon. The skewer portions were very generous. Would definitely recommend!

I came to CVI.CHE 105 as one of the restaurant picks for my friend's bachelorette weekend…read more Since I'm currently pregnant, I couldn't enjoy many of the raw seafood dishes everyone else ordered, so I went with the Pastel de Choclo de Abuela. I'd describe it as flavorful, slow stewed beef topped with a moist, slightly sweet cornbread. It was hearty, comforting, and surprisingly delicious. I ended up finishing the entire dish since I wasn't sharing the other plates with the group. About halfway through, I felt like it needed a little something extra, and our server suggested trying their mashed limo pepper. Fair warning, it's spicy! It added the perfect kick and really elevated the flavors of the dish. Our server was incredibly attentive throughout the meal and made the experience even better. I'd definitely recommend CVI.CHE 105 for an elevated dinner, date night, or special occasion.

The food was delicious, and we really enjoyed everything we ordered here. The atmosphere was nice,…read moreand it's definitely a place we would come back to. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 is because the service was quite delayed. It was difficult to get our waitress's attention throughout the meal, and there were several times we were left waiting longer than expected. I completely understand restaurants can get busy, but a little more attentiveness would have made the experience much better. Overall, we enjoyed our meal, the flavor was impeccable, and the dessert was the perfect!

To Whom It May Concern,…read more I am writing to formally complain about an unacceptable experience I had today with Mana Poke regarding a lunch order I placed today for myself and two co-workers. I initially ordered three bowls online: two with salmon and one with chicken. A few minutes after placing the order on line, I received a call from Teresa advising they did not have any chicken. I therefore canceled that bowl and proceeded with the remaining two salmon bowls. Despite this adjustment being made promptly, my order arrived one hour late, which is completely unreasonable for a lunch order--especially when multiple people are involved and relying on timely service. Unfortunately, the issues did not end there. Upon receiving the order, both bowls were prepared incorrectly, containing the wrong ingredients in each bowl and missing items that were clearly specified in the order. At that point, the quality and accuracy of the service had failed entirely. I contacted the restaurant and spoke with a staff member named Teresa to address these issues. Her response was deeply disappointing. She repeatedly said "OK" in a dismissive manner, showed no concern or accountability, and made no effort to offer an apology, explanation, or any form of reconciliation. Her lack of professionalism and apparent indifference only compounded an already frustrating experience. Between the ingredient shortage, excessive delay, incorrect food preparation, and poor customer service, this experience fell far below any reasonable standard of service. I chose Mana Poke expecting reliability and quality and instead received the opposite. I am requesting that this matter be addressed promptly and that appropriate compensation be provided for the inconvenience and poor service experienced. I also strongly encourage management to review customer service expectations with staff, as this interaction was unacceptable. Given the issues outlined above, I will not be placing future orders with Mana Poke and believe prospective customers should exercise caution when ordering from Mana Poke.

This place is near the condo I live in and I was craving poke one day after work. And I treated…read moremyself to it, because obviously, I deserve it LOL. Anywho, I ordered ahead for pick up on their website. The price was a little above average for poke in my opinion, but hey, I don't cheap out when it comes to my raw fish (or else you'll pay for it one way or another LOL xD). The spot is on the side of 8th street, next to the Subway and CVS side. It's kind of hidden and the inside was very "chill" (wasn't busy at all the time I went, around 5PM or so) for a lack of a better word. Anyway, my order was ready quickly in about 10-15 minutes, so I walked from nearby to pick my order up. Picking it up was easy, they just asked for my name. I inspected my order before heading back. My order felt super light and not to my surprise, it was such a small bowl. Granted, I didn't try their signature bowls, I built my own. Regardless, it wasn't terrible, but it wasn't great either. Compared to my regular spot, I would definitely make the drive to go there (Coral Gables) instead. I really wish I could give this place a better rating and review, but it just wasn't doing it for me. I only recommend this spot if you're craving poke and don't feel like traveling far. *photos of poke bowl to follow*

Love this hidden spot in Edgewater, for sure coming back to enjoy a smoothie or watermelon juice…read moreand do some work. They have a nice area to make content and patio area to have meetings in. The street isn't busy so it's quiet enough to have zoom calls. My favorite food items were the avocado smoked salmon and açaí bowl and watermelon juice. The owners are super friendly and love new ideas.

Lovely lovely little hidden spot with freshly made food. Well executed simply menu. We felt so…read morewelcome as if you're at a friend's kitchen. Can't wait to come back!

Food was extremely fresh and prepared fast. I loved that they mixed the toppings together before…read moreputting it in the bowl, which helps not have clumpy sauces. Very generous with the toppings, especially the masago. The kombucha they sell is also nice. Quite vibe inside during the day. The staff were nice and friendly. Definitely would recommend!

Good portions, convenient location, overall I liked it, better than on Uber Eats, try itread more

Came in here for a quick dinner while in BCC. The bartender…read morewas super friendly and helped me with some items on the menu. I ordered: 1. Pork belly bao- pretty mid, the pork was pretty tough to bite a chew, I prefer it much more tender. 2. Octopus- amazing, nice and tender, delicious sauce. 3. Krab butter roll- good, interesting combination of ponzu and butter, not your standard sushi roll.

Just a few steps from Tacology at Brickell Coty Centre this place serves Asian inspired food with a…read moreLatin flair. Try their spicy tuna roll with fried rice: so yummy! The acevichado roll was like eating ceviche but in sushi format. Well worth it!