Best Bets For Dining Out On Easter In Miami
Hunting for eggs sometimes seems easier than finding a quality meal on Easter. This year, we've got you covered with this rundown of best eats on Easter Sunday in Miami. Trust us, you'll spend more time trying to find those eggs.
Paradise Farms
19801 SW 320th St.
Homestead, FL 33030
(305) 248-4181
www.paradisefarms.net
Price: $53 for adults, $15 for children under 12, free for children under 2
Hours: April 8th, 2012 - 11 a.m. for tour, Noon for brunch
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The term "farm fresh" is literal at this half farm/half restaurant location. You'll dine in "paradise" - or the middle of a five-acre farm - surrounded by lush trees and organic plants. Open only on holidays from Halloween to Mother's Day, the Easter brunch is $53 for adults, $15 for children under 12 years old and free for toddlers under two years old. Each brunch features fresh eggs, homemade yogurt, fruit and mimosas - all of this after a guided tour of the farm, which starts at 11 a.m.
Dogma Grill
7030 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL 33138
(305) 759-3433
www.dogmagrill.com
Price: $3 to $10
Hours: Daily - 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
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This isn't your conventional Easter meal, but Dogma Grill, which has accolades from "The Today Show," has its regular menu available on Easter Sunday. The hot dogs are Dogma Grill's specialty. They range from $3-$6, the latter being a quarter pound jumbo dog. Dogma Grill also offers specialty burgers, sandwiches and baked desserts. Unlimited refills on soft drinks and freshly made tea also make it an unconventional but popular Easter choice.
Yes Pasta!
14871 Biscayne Blvd.
North Miami, FL 33181
(305) 944-1006
www.yes-pasta.com
Price: $10 to $15
Hours: Sun to Thurs - 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Fri and Sat - 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.
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Tucked into a shopping plaza before the entrance to Florida International University's Biscayne Bay Campus, Yes Pasta! provides fresh Italian food seven days a week - and on Easter, too. There is no special Easter menu, but most of the entrée items are available a la carte. The made-to-order pasta dishes feature both Italian classics and customizable options.
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Lester's Diner
250 W State Road 84
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33315
(954) 525-5641
www.lestersdiner.com
Price: $5 to $15
Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year
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Lester's Diner has been open on Easter since 1967– and the other 364 days of the year. Whether you want an Easter breakfast, lunch, dinner or snack, this South Florida fixture provides quality meals and freshly baked goods. For $12.49, you can get an entrée, drink, dessert and soup or salad. There is also a children's menu featuring a hamburger or chicken fingers from $4.39.
La Baguette
427 SW 8th St.
Miami, FL 33130
(305) 860-1113
www.labaguettemiami.com
Price: Click here to see the full menu.
Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year
If Calle Ocho is part of your Easter eating plans, then La Baguette can make it happen. Featuring a wide selection of sandwiches, salads and smoothies, La Baguette is a healthy alternative to the candy in your Easter basket. For the vegetarians, the selection of vegetarian options includes juices like 11 Detox – a mix of carrot, ginger and orange – and the veggie works sandwich. You can still have something fancy as well for Easter; this eatery also offers beer and wine.
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Anthony Cave is a freelance journalist based in North Miami Beach, Fla. He has written for The Miami Herald, Broward/Palm Beach New Times, CruiseCritic.com and he also interns at WLRN-Miami Herald News. His work can be found at Examiner.com.
