What Now last checked in with Argentina-born South Florida hit Craft Miami (AKA Craft Bar) in the beginning of 2023. At that time, the brand had met with success in Coral Gables and was leveraging its growing following into a rapid expansion with new locations in Brickell, South Beach, and South Miami, which were to open in the course of about six months.
Then we blinked. And in the time since then, new locations have launched in Key Biscayne, Midtown Miami, and Doral. Now, as Craft Coconut Grove—an eighth location—launches, the brand is already looking ahead to its ninth outpost, which is to open in Little Havana before the end of the year, according to the Craft website. (The location has yet to be revealed.)
“The brand was a success in Argentina; we have eight restaurants there,” co-owner Nicolas Bleckwedel told last year. “We had an opportunity here, so we gave it ago. People have really liked the vibe.”
Bleckwedel, who owns the chain in partnership with Nicolas Fanlo and Bernardo Calvo, was not immediately available for comment on Wednedsay.
“The eclectic menu ranges from breakfast and brunch specials to Neapolitan pizzas and sandwiches,” says a description of the menu in recent coverage by the Miami New Times. “The variety of choices truly leans on comfort food for different tastes. For starters, the menu includes halloumi cheese (Middle Eastern-style mozzarella sticks), fries, goat cheese croquettes, and the Argentine staple provoleta. Popular mains to choose from include the old-fashioned beef stew, milanesa Napolitana, gnocchi, and baked salmon. The drink menu includes signature cocktails, wines, craft beer, cold-pressed juices, and coffee.”
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