Novecento

This place never disappoints... Argentinian cuisine done to perfection. With locations all over the world including; New York City, Miami, Buenos Aires, Cordoba...

Everything is delicious but my favorite dishes are the Picada Criolla, Provoletta, Ceviche con Tostones, Ensalada Novecento, Entrana con Chimichurri, Atun a la Sarten...

I love the Provoletta here which should come as no surprise as we all know how I feel about cheese (especially melted!) Novecento uses individual sized cast iron pans, a little onion and tomato.

Picada Criolla:

Tasting platter of grilled skirt steak, chicken, chorizo, beef empanada, chimichurri sauce.

Ceviche con Tostones:

Fish ceviche marinated in lime juice, jalapeño peppers, avocado and fried plantains, cilantro.

Ensalada Novecento:

Grilled skirt steak, French fries, organic mixed greens, avocado, and Dijon vinaigrette.

Sakaya Kitchen

Located in the Midtown shops this new counter service style restaurant offers pan-asian fare most heavily influenced by Korean cuisine. I LOVE Korean food so this was important and being that it was my first visit I did my usual... I over ordered.

One of the most unique things on the menu was the "Bulgogi" Burger so of course that was ordered. In addition, I ordered the Spicy Tots, Pork Buns, and a side of Kimchi.

First thing that arrived were the Spicy Tots...

HELLO!!! Perfectly crisp outside and smooth inside. Liberally topped with a spicy ssamjang sauce and scallions.

Nice simple balance of flavors...

The Beef "Bulgogi" Burger was awesome!! It's a thin angus beef patty deftly imparted with the sweet, spicy & savory flavors of a traditional bulgogi (soy, sugar, sesame oil, garlic) on a soft, slightly sweet bun. If that wasn't enough they add roasted pork, smooth creamy cheese, thinly sliced cucumbers, spicy mayo, Ssamjang, and a few spicy tots. An outstanding textural and flavorful creation! Definitely give it a try!!!

Next were the Pork Buns which I could barely take a bite of after the burger and tots... They are soooo good. A fluffy sweet style bun filled with a tender 8hr roasted pork with cucumber pickles and a sweet ssamjang chili sauce. The pork is so tender and its basted with a sweet glaze and grilled to order which imparts the perfect carmelization and grill marks. The balance of textures and flavors is on point. Two come in an order and they are filling.

The side of Kimchi was solid and generous...

Sakaya Kitchen got me at Bulgogi!! So far So Great! I'll be back soon and before long I'll have tried every item on the menu... you know I mean it!!

Here is the official site. scroll down for full menu...

http://www.sakayakitchen.com/

Here is an excellent review that includes actual recipes and techniques...

http://www.miaminewtimes.com/2010-04-08/restaurants/sakaya-kitchen-serious-asian-food-with-no-frills-in-wynwood/

Open for Lunch and Dinner

Buena Vista Ave, Suite #125

Midtown 305.576.8096