Apparently, it’s the Gabriel Miami South Beach, (Curio Collection), one of many Hilton properties in South Beach. Our server said the hotel doesn’t have a kitchen – I’m wondering if this kind of marriage is common on Ocean Dr., or I misunderstood him.
We chose to sit by the front row on the sidewalk, for a change: getting close to the pedestrians may not be everyone’s cup of tea.
From the archives: “Between 1942 and 1945, Miami Beach played a significant role in WWII. Nearly half a million men, including matinee idol Clark Gable, were stationed there for training by the Army Air Forces Technical Training Command.
Neat, small and well maintained, opposite from the Convention Center and a block away from City Hall. No earth shattering flowers and greens but is a good place to stroll. It has bathrooms and recreation rooms for kids.
… then a cigarette smoke brought me back to
earth – a woman smokes openly: not a hint of apology.
We always come here for a stroll, drink or meal. This is the main drag of South Beach, and the heart and soul of Miami Beach. The west side of north to south one directional traffic is jammed with nightlife spots, entertainment, restaurants, shops, and cafes. Touristy yes but crowds fuel the businesses and make the strip alive.
The scenic path on the eastern side / Atlantic Ocean of Miami Beach, stretches from South Pointe Park northward for 7 miles to the Surfside border. It’s good for pedestrians, pets, bikers alike.
We walk on this path often but it’s the first time I biked: rode 8+ miles, from the Kempton hotel to 4925 Collins Avenue and back to our hotel. It’s great!
Next to South Pointe Park, this steak house has great location, service and food.
Spoon on the bread is a first. Maybe they know I drink butter -:) … if I’ve to pick a bone from eggs, it’s their wiped butter – pls serve real butter.
We’ve
tomato salad
chowder
burger
All are delicious. The chowder is the best so far. It’s the first time trying something other than steaks and I’m happy to report, that their huge burger is as delicious.
Will return for food, not the fake flowers and greens.
This is one of three highly rated restaurants two steps away from our hotel: a Cuban, this Colombian and a Mexican.
Inside is small and feeling pressed, so outside it is.
Noise from the non stop traffic and the exhaust pipe – don’t know it’s theirs or the Mexican restaurant next door, with whom they actually share the bathrooms.
Relaxed atmosphere, to the point good service, and delicious food – large portion.
We’ve skirt steak and deep fried fish – bone in, which is the reason we went. The steak is silky and the fish tastes better than it looks. With my hands I throughly enjoyed it.