Ortanique on the Mile Restaurant Review:
Ortanique on the Mile fuses Caribbean and Floridian flavors and ingredients to create approachable yet elevated fare, offered in a warm and inviting atmosphere. From the cuisine of the sun prepared by the deft hand of Cindy Hutson to the attention and service from partner Delius Shirley, this family-owned neighborhood joint continues to be a staple for Miamians and tourists alike. Specialties...
Eclectic fusion exalting the fish of the Caribbean: mango salad with hearts of palm, candied pecans and passionfruit vinaigrette, steamed mussels in broth of Red Stripe beer and scotch bonnet peppers, jerk-rubbed foie gras, and Bahamian black grouper in orange liqueur and Bacardi Limon. Mmm. Decor is as vivid as the food, but for a little privacy, sit at the banquettes on either side of the...
Chef Cindy Hutson has truly perfected tantalizing New World Caribbean cuisine. For starters, ask if the pumpkin bisque with a hint of pepper sherry is on the menu. If not, a spicy fried calamari salad is exceptional. Afterward, move on to the tropical mango salad with fresh marinated sable hearts of palm, julienne mango, baby field greens, toasted Caribbean candied pecans, and passion-fruit...
The sun never sets on this sexy, sophisticated Caribbean-esque restaurant.:
In Short
Ortanique's dining room is a riot of tropical style. Brightly upholstered banquettes on either side of the main dining room are screened off by gauzy curtains. Cuban tile adorns... Pros + romantic, tropical fare Cons - inconsistent Service