The Coconut Grove Organic Farmers Market could soon be gone, as new development replaces the community’s landmarks, piece by piece. The market, amid lush almond and live oak trees, feels almost immune from encroaching development. But the market’s history is also part of a larger story of a changing Coconut Grove.
#BlueGrove is one of four quarterly initiatives in the Coconut Grove Business Improvement District. This seasonal campaign focused on water-quality awareness, is connecting a series of interrelated events inspiring businesses to take a leadership role in providing smart, sustainable options to their customers and guests.
With its dedication to the craft, guests go on a culinary adventure that celebrates the artistry and precision of sushi-making.
Regatta Grove, the long-awaited entertainment venue on Biscayne Bay in the spot of the former Chart House, just opened. Located near the historic Miami City Hall building, the open-air water-front venue is a slightly more upscale Wharf, which makes sense: Breakwater Hospitality, the creators of The Wharf Miami and Wharf Fort Lauderdale, owns and and operates the sprawling new place to eat, drink and play.
The fine casual, high-quality sushi concept expanded beyond its original restaurants in Wynwood and Aventura by opening in the heart of Coconut Grove on May 17, 2023.
Located next to Sadelle’s Coconut Grove on Tigertail Avenue, KoKo is the latest creation from Grupo Bakan, the hospitality behind Bakan Mexican restaurant in Wynwood and Madrid, Spain, and Talavera Cocina Mexicana in Coral Gables.
Mayfair House Hotel & Garden, which reopened in 2022 after a two-year, $50 million renovation, was named to Condé Nast Traveler’s 2023 Hot List, a list brimming with the names of glamorous California and New York hotels.
The leases will span across three connected buildings: 2901 Florida Avenue, 3000 Florida Avenue and 2911 Grand Avenue.
The pandemic accelerated the Grove’s popularity, attracting transplants from New York, Chicago and California due to its proximity to all things great about Miami — including well-regarded private schools, a relatively quick drive to downtown, sophisticated dining, bayside parks and the revitalized Dinner Key pleasure boat marina.
While there are concerns about a downturn in the economy amid interest rate hikes and a slowdown in sales of existing condos in South Florida, strong demand remains for new luxury condos as wealthy people continue moving to Miami.
