New Smoothie Bar Opens, Flashback Diner Closes

Introduction to South Florida’s Dining Scene

The South Florida dining scene is constantly evolving, with new restaurants and eateries opening their doors, while others sadly close. To stay up to date with the latest news and guides, sign up for the twice-weekly Eat Beat newsletter at SunSentinel.com/newsletters or join the “Let’s Eat, South Florida” Facebook group.

Now Open or Opening

Several new establishments have recently opened or are set to open in the area.

• Salvo Osteria Romana, an Italian restaurant, has opened in Wilton Manors, offering authentic Italian dishes such as Pork Chop alla Valdostana and Spinach Gnocchi.
• Beach Buns Bakery in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea is a new bakehouse featuring bundt cakes, cinnamon rolls, and other sweet treats.
• Revive Smoothie Bar in Deerfield Beach offers a variety of smoothies, juices, wellness shots, and plant-based snacks.
• Crema Gourmet, a Miami-based chain, has opened locations in Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach, serving breakfast fare, pressed juices, pastas, sandwiches, salads, wine, and beer.
• McCray’s Bar & Grill in Lake Worth Beach has reopened under new management, offering “Floribbean” style barbecue and a hookah bar.
• KPot Korean BBQ and Hot Pot in Pembroke Pines is an all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue and Chinese hot pot restaurant where customers can grill and boil their meals tableside.
• Rossano’s Pizza Lab in Delray Beach serves Neapolitan-style pizzas fired at 950 degrees with 48-hour fermented dough.
• Eathai in Boca Raton offers traditional Thai cuisine with modern twists, such as “skinny Pad Thai” and crispy duck breast with lychee curry sauce.
• Jeff’s Bagel Run in Boca Raton features 15 styles of chewy-soft bagels, creative spreads, and uncommon treats like red velvet doughnuts.
• Cafe Landwer in Boca Raton is a Mediterranean chain with a history dating back to 1919 in Berlin, Germany, offering signature menu items like schnitzel and shakshuka.
• Mr. Seas in Delray Beach is a beachside restaurant serving lunch and dinner options, including lobster rolls and truffle fries.
• Bad Parrot Café in Hallandale Beach offers empanadas, egg bites, croissant sandwiches, and pastries, as well as Italian coffee.
• Leaves & Roots Lounge in Fort Lauderdale has reopened as a vegan kava and kratom bar.
• Poblano South in Delray Beach serves smash burgers, including the award-winning Rizo Smash Burger.
• Chip City in Fort Lauderdale is a cookie shop with a variety of chunky cookies, including dairy-free and seasonal options.

Other Recent Openings

Additional new establishments include:

• Num Num Baked Potato & Waffle House in West Palm Beach, offering loaded baked potatoes and egg waffles.
• La Terraza Cubana in Pompano Beach, serving traditional Cuban staples with Italian and seafood influences.
• Sunday’s Eatery in Fort Lauderdale, a soul-food restaurant with a menu featuring fried ribs and blue banana pudding.
• Crumbl in Deerfield Beach, a dessert destination franchise with a variety of cookies.
• Monster Subs in Oakland Park, a resuscitated eatery with a menu of subs and sandwiches.

Closed

Unfortunately, some restaurants have closed their doors:

• Grandview Public Market in West Palm Beach, a multi-vendor hub, shut down after seven years in business.
• Flashback Diner in Davie, a 24-hour diner, closed after 16 years, with the owner selling the property to the town of Davie.
• Swirl Wine Bistro in Margate, a high-end Caribbean, European, and American fusion restaurant, closed after eight years, citing slowing reservations and rising costs.

Other Recent Closures

Other establishments that have closed include:

• Tin Fish in Sunrise, an American-style seafood restaurant, closed after 11 years.
• Not So Bizaare Ave Cafe in Lake Worth Beach, an eclectic boho-chic hotspot, closed again after reopening under new ownership.
• Lula’s by Todd English in Lake Worth Beach, a Mediterranean restaurant with Tuscan touches, closed after a grand opening in October 2024.

Conclusion

The South Florida dining scene is constantly changing, with new restaurants and eateries opening and others closing. From Italian and Thai cuisine to seafood and soul food, there are plenty of options to choose from. Whether you’re in the mood for something classic and traditional or new and adventurous, South Florida has something for everyone.

FAQs

Q: What are some new restaurants that have recently opened in South Florida?
A: Some new restaurants that have recently opened in South Florida include Salvo Osteria Romana, Beach Buns Bakery, Revive Smoothie Bar, and McCray’s Bar & Grill.
Q: What types of cuisine are available in South Florida?
A: South Florida offers a wide range of cuisines, including Italian, Thai, seafood, soul food, and Mediterranean.
Q: Are there any new dessert destinations in South Florida?
A: Yes, Crumbl is a new dessert destination franchise with a variety of cookies.
Q: What happened to Flashback Diner in Davie?
A: Flashback Diner in Davie closed after 16 years, with the owner selling the property to the town of Davie.
Q: Are there any new vegan options in South Florida?
A: Yes, Leaves & Roots Lounge in Fort Lauderdale has reopened as a vegan kava and kratom bar.