Guy Fieri Opens His Chicken Guy! Restaurant in New York City, Plus Gabrielle Union, Vanna White and More
Here, are the best photos of celebs out and about this week. Come back tomorrow for more of the latest A-list outings!
Guy Fieri holds a loaded tray full of food at the opening of his new restaurant Chicken Guy! in New York City on Feb. 26.
Gabrielle Union puts her dimples on full display as she leaves the Today show in New York City on Feb. 26.
Vanna White beams from ear-to-ear as she waves to fans in New York City on Feb. 26.
Eve sports plenty of accessories during her night out at Akira Back London's VIP Michelin celebration in London on Feb. 25.
Zachary Quinto holds a thermos as he walks his two dogs around New York City on Feb. 26.
Jason Derulo shows off a little skin during a visit to SiriusXM Studios in New York City on Feb. 26.
Whoopi Goldberg steps out in New York City wearing an eccentric hat and overalls on Feb. 26.
Ted Danson gives his autograph to fans in New York City on Feb. 25.
Andrew Scott toasts in honor of Redbreast Irish Whiskey's launch of "Redbreast Unhidden" in partnership with SXSW TV and Film Festival in N.Y.C. on Feb. 25.
Tilda Swinton supports Luann de Lesseps at her "Countess Cabaret" performance in London on Feb. 25.
Questlove deejays the lululemon Glow Up Studio launch party on Feb. 24 in New York City.
Princess Kate and Prince William step out in Wales on Feb. 26 to speak with local business owners about the impact of flooding caused by a recent storm.
John Mulaney joins Olivia Munn at the 2025 TIME Women of the Year Gala in West Hollywood on Feb. 25.
Ahead of the Academy Awards, Demi Moore, Zoe Saldaña and Cynthia Erivo pose together at the Oscars Nominees Dinner in Los Angeles on Feb. 25.
In Milan on Feb. 25, rappers Doechii and JT are joined by Tyson Beckford and Naomi Campbell as they take the stage for a performance at the DSquared2 fashion show.
Following his SAG Best Actor award win, Timothée Chalamet arrives wearing GAP at the Academy Awards Nominees Dinner in L.A. on Feb. 25.
Best Actress Oscar nominee Mikey Madison elegantly looks over her shoulder on the carpet for the Academy Awards Nominees Dinner in L.A. on Feb. 25.
Up for Best Actor at the 2025 Academy Awards for playing Donald Trump in The Apprentice, Sebastian Stan attends the Oscars Nominees Dinner in L.A. on Feb. 25.
Pairing his pin-striped suit with a pink shirt, Ralph Fiennes smolders for the camera at the Academy Awards Nominees Dinner in L.A. on Feb. 25.
Wearing a black blazer, Nicole Kidman speaks at the TIME 2025 Women of the Year Gala in L.A. on Feb. 25.
Sophia Bush appears solo and dressed in all-black for the TIME Women of the Year Gala in L.A. on Feb. 25.
At the TIME Women of the Year Gala in L.A. on Feb. 25, Kat Graham, Lucy Hale and Madeline Brewer get together for a photo.
John Lithgow drops in for a special screening of The Rule of Jenny Pen, a new horror movie the actor stars in, in Los Angeles on Feb. 25.
Survivor host Jeff Probst takes his seat at the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in New York on Feb. 25.
As the headliner for the international music tour Move Afrika, John Legend performs in Lagos, Nigeria on Feb. 25.
David Beckham speaks during the third day of MIP London on Feb. 25.
Justin Theroux attends the premiere of Last Breath alongside the film's lead actor, Woody Harrelson, in New York City on Feb. 25.
Wearing the designer's clothing for the occasion, Sharon Stone appears at the Antonio Marras show during Milan Fashion Week on Feb. 26.
Tate McRae makes an appearance on the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in New York City on Feb. 25.
Teresa Giudice wears a sparkly number in New York City on Feb. 25 to announce the Real Housewives Fans at Sea at Planet Hollywood.
Enjoying the sun in L.A., Regé-Jean Page arrives at Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Feb. 25.
Running Point star Kate Hudson poses backstage at the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in New York City on Feb. 25.
Nicole Kidman is deep in conversation as she speaks during the TIME Women of the Year Leadership Forum at The West Hollywood Edition in L.A. on Feb. 25.
Sheryl Lee Ralph is ready for spring in a bright orange dress as she steps out in New York on Feb. 25.
Sophia Bush rocks a cool checkered blazer as she attends the TIME Women of the Year Leadership Forum at The West Hollywood Edition on Feb. 25.
Jessica Chastain smiles big as she leaves the Gucci fashion show during Milan Fashion Week on Feb. 25.
Gabrielle Union is pictured looking youthful as ever as she steps out in New York City on Feb. 25.
Boy George attends a private view of the new exhibition Leigh Bowery! at Tate Modern in London on Feb. 25.
Blac Chyna dons a chic business look while outside the Corinthia Hotel in London on Feb. 25.
Julia Garner shows off her best smize as she walks out of the Gucci fashion show during Milan Fashion Week on Feb. 25.
Kate Hudson hangs out with her loved ones — Greg Williamson, Nicole Richardson, Larry Campbell, Goldie Hawn, Kurt Russell and Johan Carlsson — following a performance at the SoHo sessions in New York on Feb. 25.
Wyatt Russell and Emily Blunt are pictured filming an untitled Steven Spielberg film in Montville, New Jersey, on Feb. 25.
Yara Shahidi stuns in a green and red ensemble while leaving the Gucci fashion show during the Milan Fashion Week on Feb. 25.
Brooks Nader pulls out her Samsung Galaxy S25 to snap a selfie with her beau Gleb Savchenko while at the Unrivaled game in Miami.
Jadakiss and Kurtis Blow attend the ASW Wrap Party presented by Grand Marnier at The Midway SF on Feb. 16 in San Francisco.
Jett and Campbell "Pookie" Puckett hang out with JVKE while hosting an MCoBeauty event in celebration for its Target launch.
Mariska Hargitay and her longtime costar and friend Kelli Giddish cuddle up in the chilly N.Y. streets as they film scenes for Law and Order: Special Victims Unit on Feb. 24.
Millie Bobby Brown and her husband Jake Bongiovi share a kiss while attending the world premiere of Netflix's The Electric State at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on Feb. 24, in L.A.
Katherine Schwarzenegger and Chris Pratt are picture-perfect at the premiere of Netflix's The Electric State in Los Angeles on Feb. 24.
Queen Camilla smiles while visiting the Beaney House of Art and Knowledge on Feb. 25 in Canterbury, England.
Also at The Electric State premiere, Jason Alexander is playful with photographers while arriving on the red carpet on Feb. 24.
Katie Corwin, Delaney Buffett and Zachary Quinto strike a pose while attending the Adult Best Friends special screening in New York on Feb. 24.
Kim Cattrall is all smiles while at the Burberry Winter 2025 show during London Fashion Week on Feb. 24.
Ke Huy Quan takes a moment to sign some autographs as he attends The Electric State at the Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on Feb. 24 in Los Angeles.
Jodie Turner-Smith serves high fashion as she attends the after-party for the Burberry Winter 2025 show at the Twenty Two during London Fashion Week, on Feb. 24.
Husband and wife duo Joe Gillette and Jackie Tohn do date night for a cause as they attend Cure Addiction Now's Inaugural Fundraising Evening on Feb. 24 in Beverly Hills.
Billy Crudup shows off his killer smile as he poses backstage at The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Feb. 24 in New York.
Also on the late-night circuit, Chelsea Handler smiles to the audience during an interview on Jimmy Fallon's show on Feb. 24.
Iman looks ultra-chic as she touches down at the Cinema Society's screening of Trudie Styler's Posso Entrare? An Ode to Naples at NeueHouse in New York on Feb. 24.
Edward Burns and wife Christy Turlington Burns keep it casual at the Cinema Society's screening of Posso Entrare? An Ode to Naples at NeueHouse in New York on Feb. 24.
Longtime friends Ava Duvernay and David Oyelowo attend Paramount Pictures Project Action Celebration of Black History Month at Paramount Studios on Feb. 24 in Los Angeles.
Ashley Benson and her husband Brandon Davis join Nancy Davis at the Cure Addiction Now's Inaugural Fundraising Evening on Feb. 24 in Beverly Hills.
Gugu Mbatha-Raw is seen in a pink, graphic dress outside FOX Studios on Feb. 24, in New York City.
Former Scandal costars Tony Goldwyn, Joe Morton and Bellamy Young pose at the 2025 Vineyard Theatre Gala at the Edison Hotel on Feb. 24 in New York City.
Susan Lucci visits her longtime pal Andy Cohen at SiriusXM Studios on Feb. 24 in New York City.
Adam Levine kicks it with Jennifer Hudson while taping an episode of her eponymous talk show airing Feb. 25 in Burbank, California.
Scout Willis looks simple and chic in a white, silky number as she attends Cure Addiction Now's Inaugural Fundraising Evening on Feb. 24.
Lauryn Hill shows she's not afraid of patterns as she attends the Burberry Winter 2025 show during London Fashion Week on Feb. 24.
Michael Gandolfini attends the Daredevil: Born Again red-carpet launch event at the Hudson Theater on Feb. 24 in New York City.
Terry Dubrow and Heather Dubrow coordinate in all-black at Cure Addiction Now's Inaugural Fundraising Evening on Feb. 24 in Beverly Hills.
Natalie Morales and Sonequa Martin-Green pose together at the special screening of My Dead Friend Zoe at Hollywood Post 43 - American Legion on Feb. 24 in Hollywood.
Stanley Tucci and Felicity Blunt look lovely as they arrive at The Electric State premiere in L.A. on Feb. 24.
Sam Nivola and Iris Apatow hold hands as they attend the Gucci women's Fall/Winter 2025 fashion show in Milan.
Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz Beckham coordinate their outfits for the Burberry Winter 2025 show during London Fashion Week on Feb. 24.
Orlando Bloom charms the camera while snapping a photo with Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour at the Burberry show on Feb. 24.
The Hunger Games costars Woody Harrelson and Jennifer Lawrence reunite for an outing in New York City on Feb. 24.
Joe Jonas opts for a tan work jacket and yellow-tinted shades while on a walk around New York City on Feb. 24.
Geri Halliwell-Horner and her daughter Bluebell Halliwell have a rare outing at the Burberry Winter 2025 show during London Fashion Week on Feb. 24.
Nicholas Hoult continues his impeccable style run at the Burberry Winter 2025 show during London Fashion Week on Feb. 24.
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley pairs her Burberry tartan with a bright red bomber jacket for London Fashion Week on Feb. 24.
Jerry Hall and her daughters Georgia May and Elizabeth — whom she shares with Mick Jagger — attend the Burberry show during London Fashion Week on Feb. 24.
Also at the Burberry show in London, Nicky Hilton Rothschild rocks a chic minidress on Feb. 24.
Vincent D'Onofrio and Charlie Cox light the Empire State Building to celebrate the premiere of Daredevil: Born Again in N.Y.C. on Feb. 24.
Good Morning America's Michael Strahan walks outside the New York City studio in a comfy outfit on Feb. 24.
Zoey Deutch goes flower shopping in a red blazer around Los Angeles on Feb. 23.
Shaquille O'Neal and Gravesend director-writer William DeMeo film the show's third season in Brooklyn, New York, on Feb. 23.
Stanley Tucci meets with the Russo Brothers at their Italian American Filmmakers Forum, where the actor is being honored in L.A. on Feb. 22.
Derek Hough and Hayley Erbert have a front-row view to Los Angeles FC's game against Minnesota United in L.A. on Feb. 22.
Shanola Hampton strikes a joyful pose at Warner Bros. TV Group's Black History Month event in Los Angeles on Feb. 21.
Flo Rida attends 50 Cent's Branson Cognac dinner at Casa Matilda in Miami.
Beloved Bridgerton duo Luke Newton and Nicola Coughlan nab a photo together at PEOPLE and Audi's SAG Awards afterparty in Los Angeles on Feb. 23.
Emilia Pérez costars Zoe Saldaña and Selena Gomez cozy up at their table during the 2025 SAG Awards in Los Angeles on Feb. 23.
Leighton Meester and Adam Brody celebrate his nomination for Nobody Wants This at the 2025 SAG Awards in Los Angeles on Feb. 23.
Justin Bieber grins from ear-to-ear as he plays in the Skate for LA Strong game at Los Angeles' Crypto.com Arena on Feb. 23.
Tina Knowles rocks a golden belt with her red outfit during an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show in Burbank, California, on Feb. 24.
Millie Bobby Brown brings her husband Jake Bongiovi as her plus-one to the 2025 SAG Awards in Los Angeles on Feb. 23.
Cynthia Erivo shines in a vintage Alexander McQueen-designed Givenchy gown at the 2025 SAG Awards in Los Angeles on Feb. 23.
A Complete Unknown's Monica Barbaro, Timothée Chalamet and Elle Fanning get together for a group picture at the SAG Awards in L.A. on Feb. 23.
Pamela Anderson glows in a white gown as she presents an award at the 2025 SAG Awards in Los Angeles on Feb. 23.
Conclave stars Ralph Fiennes, Isabella Rossellini and John Lithgow have a grand old time at the 2025 SAG Awards in Los Angeles on Feb. 23.
Ethan Slater and Ariana Grande are all smiles at the 2025 SAG Awards in Los Angeles on Feb. 23.
Jessica Williams snaps a photo with her seat partner and Shrinking costar Harrison Ford at the SAG Awards in L.A. on Feb. 23.
The X-Files' David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson attend the SAG Awards to present an award together in L.A. on Feb. 23.
Also at the SAG Awards, The Bear costars Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Liza Colón-Zayas and Jeremy Allen White huddle for a group photo in L.A. on Feb. 23.
Jeremy Strong, in an all-green tuxedo, snaps a picture with a dapper Adrien Brody at the SAG Awards in L.A. on Feb. 23.
PEOPLE's General Manager and Editor-in-Chief Charlotte Triggs poses with best actress in a motion picture winner Demi Moore at the SAG Awards afterparty sponsored by Audi in Los Angeles on Feb. 23.
Danielle Deadwyler shares a laugh with Abbott Elementary's Sheryl Lee Ralph and Quinta Brunson at PEOPLE's SAG Awards afterparty in Los Angeles on Feb. 23.
Shōgun's Anna Sawai and Hiroyuki Sanada show off their Actor statuettes at the SAG Awards afterparty hosted by PEOPLE in Los Angeles on Feb. 23.
Bowen Yang and Jack Quaid dance the night away at PEOPLE's SAG Awards afterparty in Los Angeles on Feb. 23.
Marc Anthony performs during the 64th Vina del Mar International Song Festival in Chile on Feb. 23.
Eva Longoria performs a demo at the 2025 South Beach Wine & Food Festival in Miami Beach, Florida, on Feb. 23.
Snoop Dogg and Will Ferrell head opposing teams during the Skate for LA Strong game in Los Angeles on Feb. 23.
Steve Carell plays for Team Black during the NHL and Los Angeles Kings Present Skate for LA Strong in Los Angeles on Feb. 23.
Rob McElhenney and Kaitlin Olson, who have been married since 2008, walk the red carpet of the Skate for LA Strong event in Los Angeles on Feb. 23.
Christian Slater holds Lois the Goat at the opening celebration of The New Group's "Curse of the Starving Class" in New York City on Feb. 23.
Gabrielle Union flashes a smile while seated at the 2025 NAACP Image Awards held at Pasadena's Civic Auditorium in California on Feb. 22.
Demi Moore brings her dog Pilaf with her to the 2025 Film Independent Spirit Awards on Feb. 22 in Santa Monica, California.
Agatha All Along costars Patti LuPone and Kathryn Hahn reunite at the 2025 Film Independent Spirit Awards in Santa Monica, California, on Feb. 22.
Marlon and Damon Wayans accept the NAACP Awards Hall of Fame award onstage at the 56th NAACP Image Awards on Feb. 22. in Pasadena, California.
Chloe Bailey and Keke Palmer don dramatic looks for the 56th NAACP Image Awards in Pasadena, California, while attending on Feb. 22.
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The chef tried it when he visited in Season 16, Episode 2, of "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives." Hot Tom is even sold online, just in case you can't get to Syracuse to try it for yourself. In addition to the hot tomato oil, Fieri tried Pastabilities' Wicked Chicken Riggies, a spicy chicken rigatoni, and the restaurant's duck bacon flatbread pizza. Pastabilities has served its seasonal menus — full of homemade pastas, sauces, salads, and the restaurant's iconic Stretch Bread — in Syracuse for over 40 years. On its website, the restaurant states that every dish is made from scratch. The pasta-themed restaurant also has a bakery located across the street that sells various kinds of Stretch Bread, specialty focaccias, and even food to take and make at home. (315) 474-1153 311 S. Franklin St, Syracuse, NY 13202 Funk 'N Waffles Funk 'n Waffles was started by two Syracuse University students after they started experimenting with their neighbor's waffle maker. The duo received positive feedback about the waffles during their parties, which grew so popular that they started offering a limo service to transport guests. One of the pair, Adam Gold, still serves up waffles in downtown Syracuse today. The waffle restaurant was featured in Season 16, Episode 3, of "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives." Guy Fieri, of course, tried the chicken and waffles from the restaurant with hot sauce syrup, praising its sweetness and crispiness. The chef also tried and enjoyed the Jive Turkey, which is a stuffing waffle with smoked turkey, cranberry sauce, and mashed potatoes. (In other words, it's Thanksgiving in a waffle.) The restaurant does serve more than just waffles, with salads, fries, sandwiches, fried chicken dishes, and other breakfast items. Some of the more interesting waffles on the menu include a chicken Parmesan waffle, bacon brie and basil, falafel waffle, and All Shook Up, which is stuffed with bacon and topped with bananas, honey, and peanut butter. (315) 474-1060 307-13 S. Clinton St, Syracuse, NY 13202 Pies 'N' Thighs Pies 'n' Thighs is a restaurant in Brooklyn that was founded by Sarah Sanneh and Carolyn Bane -- two chefs who actually met while working together as cooks at a diner. The two chose to open the restaurant next to the Williamsburg Bridge and have served New Yorkers since 2006. Today, Pies 'n' Thighs serves classic American food but with a Southern twist. The restaurant appeared in Season 16, Episode 8, of "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives," which focused on decadent dishes. During his time at Pies 'n' Thighs, Guy Fieri tried the restaurant's chicken and waffles, smoked pork sandwich, and the fittingly luxurious toffee pecan donut, which contains homemade toffee. While the chef seemed to enjoy all the dishes from Pies 'n' Thighs, he had particular praise for the light yet crispy waffles. (347) 529-6090 166 S. 4th St, Brooklyn, NY 11211 Brindle Room The Brindle Room, located in New York City, received high praise for its burger on "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives." However, the East Village eatery serves much more than just burgers, with a cozy bar that also offers creative cocktails. The restaurant was featured in Season 19, Episode 3, of "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives," titled "Big Time Bites." Former "Chopped" contestant Jeremy Spector is the restaurant's founder, designing a menu that cooks its dishes from scratch. The joint's burger -- which had cheddar cheese and onion on top of the patty -- was declared delicious by Guy Fieri, but he also highlighted the restaurant's duck confit poutine, which consisted of duck confit and cheese curds on top of hand-cut fries. While the poutine doesn't seem to be on the restaurant's menu anymore, its entire menu still receives positive reviews from customers. 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- Miami Herald
This year has been tough on Miami restaurants. Here's what closed in 2025 so far
The year 2025 has been a rough year — particularly in the late spring and early summer — for Miami-area restaurants. With so many new restaurants opening in the past several years, a large number closings are almost certainly an inevitability. Many restauranteurs and chefs admit they're hurting. The high prices of food, rent and insurance weigh heavy on them and their customers — especially the locals who can't flee for cooler climates for the entire slow season. Here are some of the notable closings around Miami this year. Some say they'll return, while others vanished quietly. Long-time spots thanked their customers and strode into the sunset with more than a little pride, knowing that 10 years or more is an eternity in restaurant terms. Especially in Miami. EntreNos: This Michelin-starred gem, which focused on Florida ingredients from its fish to its pork to its produce, shared space with Tinta y Cafe in Miami Shores. After two years, when the lease was up, chefs Evan Burgess and Osmel Gonzalez moved on. Should we mention they claim they are reopening at some point? Erba: Nobody involved seems to want to talk about the closing of this fine Italian restaurant in Coral Gables, owned by Nolan Reynolds International and showcasing the culinary talents of Chef Niven Patel (who also is the creative force behind Paya in Miami Beach; Ghee Indian Kitchen in Kendall and Wynwood; and NiMo in Tequesta). All we know is you can't make a reservation any more. Maty's: James Beard Award-winning Chef Val Chang's love letter to her Peruvian grandmother closed in Midtown Miami. The shutdown was a double whammy: It also signaled the impending closure of her brother Nando's exquisite omakase space Itamae Ao, as the restaurants shared a space. Byblos: This Mediterranean gem is closed while its home at the Royal Palm South Beach Miami hotel is undergoing a $100 million renovation project. Gordon Ramsay's Lucky Cat: The Asian-inspired restaurant located in the South of Fifth neighborhood of Miami Beach says it plans to only close for the season. There's no reopening date. Itamae Ao: If we hadn't heard that Chef Nando Chang was seeking a home for his amazing Michelin-starred omakase counter, we'd have filed this under 'huge losses.' But Chang has said he is searching for a new spot. Fingers crossed. Kush Wynwood and Stephen's by Kush: These local favorites from Matt Kuscher's hospitality group are expected to reopen. La Mar by Gastón Acurio: The Peruvian-style restaurant on the water lost its home when it was decided the Mandarin Oriental would be demolished, but there are plans to reopen in Brickell. Piegari: This Italian restaurant, one of many in Wynwood, closed after only a year but reports that it plans to reopen with 'necessary changes and improvements.' Will it? Stay tuned. Torno Subito: The Italian restaurant atop Julia & Henry's food hall insists it will reopen in the fall, despite the fact that development in that part of downtown Miami hasn't quite caught up to it yet. Belmont Spanish Restaurant: Twelve years of Spanish cuisine and culture ended in January when Belmont left Miracle Mile. Le Zoo: Stephen Starr's French brasserie closed after 10 years at the luxurious Bal Harbour Shops. Ms Cheezious: The food truck still exists, but the brick-and-mortar spot in MiMo, conceived in 2010, is no longer in business Red South Beach: When its owners were unable to reach an agreement with the landlord, the luxury steakhouse closed after 17 years. Sugarcane: The influential OG of Midtown Miami announced early in 2025 that it was ending its run after 15 years. Villa Azur: The Mediterranean restaurant and party spot closed after 13 years in Miami Beach. Caffe Vialetto: This beloved Italian spot for celebrating milestones in Coral Gables shut down after 26 years. Osteria del Teatro: This Italian spot on 79th Street Causeway almost made it to 40 years in business. Instead, it closed after 37. Sardinia: After just shy of 20 years, this Italian restaurant in the Sunset Harbour neighborhood of Miami Beach known for its wood-burning oven and robust wine list, said goodbye. Ensenada: The coastal Mexican spot from Brooklyn left its Vagabond Hotel space in the MiMo neighborhood after only six months. RedFarm: The Chinese dim sum giant from New York shut down operations in Coconut Grove a year after its opening. Sereia: This elegant Portuguese restaurant from Chef Henrique Sá Pessoa shut down after a year. Velvet Taco: The brand from Dallas still operates a location in Fort Lauderdale, but its time in Wynwood ended after less than a year. Fiola: The glamorous Italian restaurant in Coral Gables closed but only to make way for Gioia Hospitality's new venture, the upscale Daniel's Steakhouse, which has been a big hit in Fort Lauderdale. Ostrow Brasserie: Chef Olivia Ostrow's kosher French restaurant shut down in the Buena Vista neighborhood, with Ostrow moving on with Maison Ostrow in a bigger space (the former Osteria del Teatro) in North Bay Village. Wabi Sabi: The MiMo location is gone, but in its place is Midorie, one of the other Japanese concepts from restaurateur Alvaro Perez-Miranda (also the force behind the Michelin-starred Ogawa in Little River). Aba: This Mediterranean spot from Chicago moved on from its space in Bal Harbour Shops after two and a half years. Chica: The Latin restaurant from Venezuelan-born celebrity chef Lorena Garcia, located in the old Soyka space in Miami, announced its closing on OpenTable. Harry's Pizzeria: The South Beach and the Coconut Grove locations of the pizza spot from Chef Michael Schwartz quietly shut down. Like Mike: The Italian restaurant in Coconut is now the home of its Italian neighbor restaurant, Sapore di Mare. Planta Queen: The Coconut Grove and Fort Lauderdale locations of this vegan spot are both closed. Tablé by Bachour: You might never have known this French spot from Antonio Bachour had closed if you didn't drive past it in the Design District and notice the windows papered over.
