Restaurant and Wine Review

Aventura residents, I know how much all of you enjoy eating at great restaurants. Most of those restaurants, that we all enjoy, offer guests a wine list. I don't know about you, but there's a lot I can learn about wine and food. So, City of Aventura Blog has teamed up with Vino Verve. Vino Verve is the best source online for making wine fun and education about wine quick, simple and easy. Their blog covers all types of wine in all types of situations. It was a real treat that they offered to review a few wine lists from restaurants around the City of Aventura. You can check the blog at - http://vinoverve.blogspot.com/ Here's the article submitted by Rory from Vino Verve.


Aventura Restaurants - Wine List Review

Maintaining a wine list is a difficult, and very important task for those of us in restaurant operations. Beverage sales can be 30 to 40 percent of total revenue, and often closer to half of what ends up on the bottom line, and wine sales can help drive those numbers in the right direction. Yet most restaurants take the quality of their wine program for granted. Recognizable brands from familiar regions (California, Italy) that produce wine that is very, shall we say, available (X Brand California Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet and X Brand Pinot Grigio), tend to populate wine lists of restaurants that don't expect their guests to try new things or broaden their wine drinking horizons. An insider may even wonder who is writing the list. Often times it appears to be the distributor who is represented by 75% to 100% of the selections.

So, when asked to evaluate a wine list, I take into consideration a couple of factors. First, is there anything that I would want to drink? Second, is there any effort put into the list itself? In a city like Aventura, with an affluent, sophisticated local population, I would expect to see an aggressive approach to a wine program as a differentiating factor. Guests should expect that the restaurant have someone that knows more than they do about wine and that person may be the one that can transform their experience into a memorable one (and keep them coming back again and again).

All that said, I have looked at the online wine selections from a few Aventura restaurants and have the following comments:

Bar Rosso - REVIEW COMING SOON - Mrs. Vino interview about this Aventura restaurant
Restaurant & Vinoteca
19004 NE 29th Ave Aventura, FL 33180


P.F. Chang's China Bistro
17455 Biscayne Boulevard
N. Miami Beach, FL 33160
(305) 957-1966

Chinese is notoriously difficult to pair with wine because of the spice and oil used in much of the preparations. I think that Charles Krug Sauvignon Blanc is a pleasant choice. The list is small and not too adventurous. I would like to see more from Germany, Alsace.

Prezzo Restaurant & Martini Bar.
Loehmann's Fashion Island
18831 Biscayne Boulevard,
Aventura FL 33180
Phone: 305.931.5775

Italian food should not be consumed without wine, so the selections are more important (than an Asian concept). I would order Sanford Pinot Noir. There are some decent to good wines on the list but overall not very interesting or fun. The list is very typical and could also be a list at an Italian restaurant in any suburban community.


I find that as we develop more of a wine culture in this country the quality of the wine program becomes as much of a draw as the atmosphere and the food. I find myself choosing a restaurant based on the selections that I may choose from for my wine. Aventura can benefit from more strong wine lists. It's good for business.


By: Rory, Vino Verve - http://vinoverve.blogspot.com/




I hope all of our readers enjoyed this Aventura restaurant and wine list review. After reading this great post from Vino Verve, I decided to do a few searches on YouTube. I discovered there are plenty of videos about wine and food. Most of the clips were very serious and boring; however, I'm sure you'll agree that this wine tasting video is an exception. Enjoy.



Here's a list of Restaurants in Aventura. I will be adding reviews for each restaurant.

BARRIO LATINO
3585 Ne 207 St - Aventura,FL 33180

Barrio Latino is a great spot for latin cuisine. The atmosphere is perfect for the family or a first date. There's a great outdoor patio in the front of Barrio Latino. They also have a flat screen television behind the bar, great for watching the game.

I really like the black bean soup and the fresh salads. Barrio Latino is worth trying if you have that desire for some latin flavor. A perfect restaurant in Aventura that you're sure to enjoy.

59TH LEX
19555 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
ALEX AND TAMARA TERRACE DELI
20191 East Country Club Dr - Aventura,FL 33180
ANTHONYS COAL FIRED PIZZA OF AVENTURA
17901 Biscayne Boulevrad - Aventura,FL 33160
ASAKA JAPANSE REST
20355 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
ASIAN CHAO
19501 Biscayne Blvd 1437 - Aventura,FL 33180
AVENTURA ENTERPRISES LLC
18831 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33160
BAGEL COVE
19003 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
BANANA ROYAL ICE CREAM
3575 Ne 207 St b-6b - Aventura,FL 33180
BELLA LUNA RESTAURANT
19575 Biscayne Blvd 1097 - Aventura,FL 33180
BEN JERRYS
19575 Biscayne Blvd 789 - Aventura,FL 33180
BORDERS CAFE
19925 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
BOSTON MARKET 3213
21175 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
BURGER KING 4972
2711 Ne 187 St - Aventura,FL 33180
BURGER KING 6224
20403 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
CAJUN GRILL
19575 Biscayne Blvd 1377 - Aventura,FL 33180
CAROLES KOSHER
3585 Ne 207th Street - Aventura,FL 33180
CHARLEYS GRILLED SUBS
19501 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
CHE PASTA
19575 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
CHEESECAKE FACTORY
19501 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
CHEF ALLEN
19088 Ne 29 Ave - Aventura,FL 33180
CHICKEN KITCHEN
19501 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
CHILIS GRILL BAR 396
19975 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180

CHINA BISTRO AT WATERWAYS
3565 Ne 207 St Ste a5 - Aventura,FL 33180

Are you looking for kosher food in Aventura? You'll find it at China Bistro.

China Bistro is a kosher chinesse food restaurant in Aventura Waterways Shoppes. It's not your typical kosher restaurant. It's a large casual fine dining restaurant that caters to families and those seeking a kosher meal in a nice environment. The food is very tasty and they even have a full Sushi bar. My only complaint is the service - it needs a lot of work. The service staff needs some serious training. Since the food is great people don't seem to mind the bad service, the restaurant is packed all the time.

CHUCK E CHEESES
20335 Biscayne Blvd l-1 - Aventura,FL 33180
CLASSIC RESIDENCE BY HYATT AT AVENTURA I
19333 West Country Club Drive - Aventura,FL 33180
CLASSIC RESIDENCE BY HYATT IN AVENTURA
19333 W Country Club Drive - Aventura,FL 33180
COSI
19501 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
COSI AVENTURA COFFEE SHOP
19501 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
COUNTRY CLUB GRILL
19999 W Country Club Dr - Aventura,FL 33180
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT AVENTURA
2825 Nw 191 St - Aventura,FL 33180
CREPEMAKER
19575 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33181
CREPEMAKER
19501 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
DLITES
20695 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
EATS TREATS INC
20801 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33160
EINSTEIN BROS BAGELS 778
18815 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
EMPLOYEE CAFETERIA
19735 Turnberry Way - Aventura,FL 33180
EMPLOYEES CAFETERIA
19999 W Country Club Dr - Aventura,FL 33180
FRATELLO RISTORANTE
20475 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
FUJI HANA RESTAURANT
18757 Biscayne Blvd No 740 - Aventura,FL 33180
HAAGEN-DAZS ICE CREAM
19575 Biscayne Blvd 1459 - Aventura,FL 33180
HAMPTONS CLUB
20281 E Country Club Dr - Aventura,FL 33180
HARRYS DINER
19575 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
ISLAND SHOPPE
7900 Island Boulevard - Aventura,FL 33160
IVY AVENTURA RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE
19004 Ne 29 Ave - Aventura,FL 33180
JOHNNY ROCKETS
19501 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
JUICE AND JAVA
20335 Biscayne Blvd l26 - Aventura,FL 33180
KAMPAI JAPANESE RESTAURANT
3565 Ne 207 St b-12 - Aventura,FL 33180
THE FAMOUS KOSHER DELI
20301 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
LA VALENTINA
19501 Biscayne Blvd 783 - Aventura,FL 33180
LE BON BISTRO
19575 Biscayne Blvd 1429 - Aventura,FL 33180
LITTLE TASTE OF CUBAAMERICAN CAFE
19501 Biscayne Blvd Bay 1401 - Aventura,FL 33161
MAMA BS
19501 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
MAMA SBARROS
19501 Biscayne Blvd 375a - Aventura,FL 33180
MIDDLE EAST CONNECTIONS
19575 Biscayne Blvd 1433 - Aventura,FL 33180
MOES BAGELS
2772 Ne 187 St - Aventura,FL 33180
ORIGINAL PANACAKE HOUSE THE
21215 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
PARADISE CAFE
19575 Biscayne Blvd 1417 - Aventura,FL 33180
PAULS BAKERY
19575 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
PILAR RESTAURANT
20475 Biscayne Blvd g-1 - Aventura,FL 33180
PITAS PLATTERS
19062 Ne 29 Ave - Aventura,FL 33180
PIZZA ROMA
19090 Ne 29 Avenue - Aventura,FL 33180
POINT CAFE AQUA GRILL
21125 Yacht Club Dr - Aventura,FL 33180
POINT PLACE CAFE
21125 Yacht Club Dr - Aventura,FL 33180
POOL BAR AND GRILLE
7900 Island Boulevard - Aventura,FL 33160
PORTO VITA VILLA GRANDE CLUB
20105 Ne 38 Ct - Aventura,FL 33180
POTATO SACK OF AVENTURA
19575 Biscayne Blvd 1413 - Aventura,FL 33180
POTTERY BAKERY
19575 Biscayne Blvd Ste 3201 - Aventura,FL 33180
POWER SMOOTHIE
20335 Biscayne Blvd 39 - Aventura,FL 33180
PRITIKIN LONGEVITY CENTER
19735 Turnberry Way - Aventura,FL 33180
Q LOUNGE
3575 Ne 207 St Ste B-11 - Aventura,FL 33180
RUBY TUESDAY 2145
18801 Biscayne Blvd B - Aventura,FL 33180
SALSA GRILL
19575 Biscyane Blvd 1409 - Aventura,FL 33180
SARAHS TENT RESTAURANT
18955 Biscayne Blvd A5 - Aventura,FL 33180
SARKU JAPAN
19575 Biscayne Blvd 1421 - Aventura,FL 33180
SIGNATURE DINING ROOM LOUNGE
19999 W Country Club Dr - Aventura,FL 33180
SNACK BAR
19667 Turnberry Way - Aventura,FL 33180
STEPHANS
19695 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
SUBWAY
18711 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
SUBWAY 2052
20695 Biscayne Blvd - Aventura,FL 33180
TANGO GRILL
19575 Biscayne Blvd 1425 - Aventura,FL 33180
TRATTORIA ROSALIA
19505 Biscayne Blvd 793 - Aventura,FL 33180
TROPICAL EXPRESS
19575 Biscayne Blvd 1393 - Aventura,FL 33180
VERANDA VERANDA PREP
19999 W Country Club Dr - Aventura,FL 33180
WEBER CAFE
3575 Ne 207 St - Aventura,FL 33180