"Book way ahead" to secure a seat at the Epic Hotel's "it" spot Downtown because this overseas import (and "international sensation") draws throngs with its "Zen mastery" of modern izakaya-inspired Japanese fare plus sushi, robata grill items and more; "fabulous views" can be had from the terrace overlooking the Miami River, or you can just watch the "beautiful people" burning many "benjamins"...
Zuma Restaurant Review:
In Japan, an izakaya is similar to a Spanish tapas bar; it's an informal after-work hangout where one drops in for drinks, most often saké (the name derives from "sakaya," a saké shop) and small-ish plates---larger than tapas, smaller than entrées---of traditional, casual Japanese pub grub. As the soaring ceilings and sophisticated designer décor of Miami's Zuma make clear, this first American...
A German chef cooking modern Japanese fare in downtown Miami? Sounds about right. The brainchild of chef Rainer Becker, Zuma's Miami location in the EPIC Hotel is the latest in its portfolio of upscale eateries around the world. Among the highlights: prawn and black cod dumplings; yellowtail sashimi with green chili relish, ponzu and pickled garlic; sliced seared beef with pickled daikon and...