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Bohemian Jungle Brio


A coconut’s throw from azure Atlantic, Gitano Miami is a see-and-be-seen restaurant and ocean-front rooftop lounge.

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ARTICLE ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED IN FAENA JOURNAL ISSUE #47 • SPRING 2022

A favored haunt among the creative jet set for its 1930’s Spanish Colonial charm and bohemian stylings, the beloved boutique hotel also serves up generous lashings of fun at the hotel’s buzzy Gitano restaurant and exuberant ocean-view rooftop bar.

Curl up on a pillow-strewn Bedouin tent to bask in a sunset Golden Hour while grooving to gypsy-disco and supping specially priced cocktails. Latest additions include Connie Girl, a refreshing mix of basil-and-cucumber-infused Haku vodka, agave and lime, and The Queen, whose blend of Monkey 47 gin, lavender-infused honey, lemon, and orange juice, goes down dangerously smooth.

To boost your energy for Gitano’s new Lila Rose parties on Saturday nights, order a Gitano Carajilo—Gitano’s take on an espresso martini. The leafy ground-floor restaurant channels Tulum vibes with a menu of authentic Mexican recipes and mezcal elixirs like the fan-favorite Jungle Fever. Graze on Lobster Tostadas with avocado pea mash, radish, serrano chili, chipotle aioli, cilantro, and mint, but leave room for mouthwatering mains like Branzino in Banana Leaf and Pork Chop Al Pastor. Whether you’re relaxing on the beach, enjoying an afternoon siesta in ocean-facing accommodations, or wining and dining at Gitano restaurant and rooftop, Casa Faena guarantees a good time. 

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"What makes Los Fuegos truly extraordinary is our commitment to the ancient art of cooking with fire,” explained Yassine Belkady, the restaurant’s manager. “We use no electricity whatsoever—just fire, wood ovens, and tradition” Everything has that distinctive char, those bold, nearly burnt flavors that taste almost primal. “When you dine here, you can literally smell the wood and rosemary in the air,” he added. The restaurant’s setting matches its culinary panache. By day, the veranda transforms into an airy ambience when its retractable roof opens to Miami’s brilliant skies. Guests enjoy lunch while overlooking the property’s stunning pool, creating what Belkady called “a completely different experience than any other hotel or restaurant in Miami.” 

Beneath the Tree of Life

Mornings here unfold slowly while guests sip on fresh-pressed juices—like the South Beach, a tropical elixir of coconut water, local citrus, mango, and strawberry, or a vitamin-rich Green Juice packed with spinach, kale, ginger, cucumber, celery and green apple. “The tranquility makes it really special,” noted Joshua Rodriguez, Director of Nightlife. “It’s a place where guests can grab a coffee, a light bite and relax or catch up on some emails.” A menu of delicious appetizers is great for snacking throughout the day, including crispy artichokes with sesame yogurt and sourdough breadcrumbs; prime rib empanadas with llajua sauce; and a vegan option of steamed veggie rice with sweet potato and broccoli. Come golden hour, the energy shifts. On weekends from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, resident DJs set the mood as the bar transitions into a laidback sundowner haunt. The CopaCabana cocktail, a tropical indulgence of banana and apricot liqueur, coconut cream, allspice, and Bulleit Rye, is a guest favorite. “People order it because it’s served in a Faena-branded coconut, but it’s the taste that makes them request another one,” said Rodriguez.

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