South Florida Food Trucks on Good Morning America (Video)

South Florida food trucks were the focus of a Good Morning America segment on the safety and cleanliness of the mobile eateries. Blogger Burger Beast alerted us to the three-minute feature that cites a recent study conducted by the Institute for Justice. In the report, titled “Street Eats, Safe Eats,”…

McDonald’s Testing New Pastries on South Floridians Starting This Week

The words “McDonald’s” and “experiment” can conjure some intimidating images — like some kind of Frankenburger or other alarming mutated food item. Don’t get ready to let out a blood-curdling scream just yet; the fast-food chain is testing out inane (but probably equally unhealthy) treats in just a few days…

Beauty & the Feast Hopes to Lure Locals Back to the Beach

Reclaimed wood and brick, Edison bulbs, tufted leather booths, small plates, and an emphasis on “craft” seem to be the main ingredients for a trendy restaurant these days. Set in the base of the boutique Atlantic Resort & Spa on Fort Lauderdale Beach, Beauty & the Feast Bar|Kitchen is perfectly…

Lilo’s Offers Alfresco-Only Dining Off Atlantic Avenue

A family-run eatery has moved into the former E&J’s Sandwich Shop space off Atlantic Avenue, but it’s not your average breakfast, lunch and dinner spot. Instead, think of Lilo’s Garden as the only true alfresco dining option in downtown Delray Beach. At Lilo’s, you don’t wait in line for a…

Beauty & the Feast Hopes to Lure Locals Back to the Beach

Reclaimed wood and brick, Edison bulbs, tufted leather booths, small plates, and an emphasis on “craft” seem to be the main ingredients for a trendy restaurant these days. Beauty & the Feast Bar | Kitchen on Fort Lauderdale Beach has all of the above. Set in the base of the boutique Atlantic…

Rok:Brgr Opening Third Location in Hallandale

J.E.Y. Hospitality Group has announced plans to open its third Rok:Brgr location in the Village at Gulfstream Park in Hallandale, what will be the craft beer and burger gastropub’s biggest restaurant yet. The group currently operates several concepts, including two Miami Rok:Brgr locations, Himmarshee Public House in Fort Lauderdale, and…

Hallelujah: You Can Now Get Ethiopian Food in South Florida

South Florida is a barren wasteland for Ethiopian eats. Excuse the bitter tone, but it’s been a long four years since the area’s last East African restaurant closed. In the meantime, anyone craving injera has been forced to trek three hours to Orlando. But no longer. Now, Hollywood’s Yellow Green…

Manna Offers Home-Style Fare in Lauderhill’s Korea Town

Korea is not home to one, homogenous cultural cuisine but has diverse culinary regions and traditions. Manna in Lauderhill offers Seoul-style cuisine known for its lighter, less pungent flavors. It’s old-fashioned home cooking, just like your Korean mama used to make. For a full review, click here…

Tastemakers Boca Raton Returns to Mizner Park September 17

It’s that time of year again, a time when foodie events flood our calendars with special wine pairing dinners, food festivals, and tasting extravaganzas. Back for its third year, the annual Boca Raton Tastemakers is returning to Mizner Park, and it’s looking to be even bigger and more inclusive than…

Doorstep Delivery Now Bringing Food to You in Fort Lauderdale

Tired of getting your delivery pizza two hours after you place the order? Or have you tried the local food delivery service only to get food that arrived cold and unrecognizable? Well, not if you try Doorstep Delivery. At least that’s the goal, according to regional franchise owners and Florida…

Manna Offers Home-Style Fare in Lauderhill’s Korea Town

Young Kho whirls around the dining room of her small Lauderhill restaurant. One moment, she’s laughing and chatting in Korean with a family of regulars. The next, she’s patiently explaining the menu to a table of elderly New Yorkers. A few minutes later, she’s effortlessly gliding from the kitchen, in…

John the Baker Relocates Pizzeria, Celebrates Grand Opening Today

Longtime South Florida pizzeria and Italian restaurant John the Baker will celebrate its grand opening at a new location today. The restaurant, which was closed for a month, will reopen at 11 a.m., Monday, August 11. Owner John Scincariello told Clean Plate Charlie the move from his 10-year-old Cooper City…