This Week in Miami: March 16-22

Each week, we round up what’s worth your time right now—from new menus and pop-up moments to festivals, openings, and low-key excuses to go out on a weeknight. Consider this your curated snapshot of the city as it moves through the week ahead: where to eat, what to drink, and what’s quietly (or loudly) happening around town.

A Sundae Tower Worth Sharing at Maple & Ash

Childhood desserts are getting a grown-up comeback. At Maple & Ash Miami, it arrives in towering form. Chef Danny Grant’s over-the-top Sundae Tower is a playful nod to the kind of movie-night treats he grew up with—the kind where melting candy bars, hot fudge, and toasted coconut turned dessert into a full event between beloved movie scenes. The restaurant’s version is fully committed to the spirit of indulgence. Scoops of chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry ice cream stack high beneath a cascade of toppings: peanut butter sauce, chocolate-covered pretzels, gummy bears, and bright Luxardo cherries. It’s nostalgic, a little chaotic in the best way, and clearly designed for the table to share.

Maple and Ash is located at 699 NE 1st Ave, 2nd Floor, Miami, FL 33132. For more information, visit their official website.

Il Mulino New York Marks 20 Years With a Fresh Look

Two decades in, Il Mulino New York – Miami is turning the page with a full renovation at Acqualina Resort & Residences in Sunny Isles Beach. The longtime Italian fine-dining destination recently unveiled its redesigned space during a celebratory evening that included a festive “pasta-cutting” ceremony led by president Brian Galligan and Acqualina CEO Debra Yager. Inside, the refreshed dining room blends classic Il Mulino elegance with softer coastal touches—sand-toned walls, velvet booths, rich wood accents, and colorful murals nodding to Italian culture. Alongside the redesign comes a refined seasonal menu layered with familiar signatures, from crudos such as the tuna tartare with apple, celery purée, and black truffle to house classics like the ravioli ai porcini with champagne truffle cream, and ossobuco with porcini sauce and saffron risotto.

Il Mulino is located at 17875 Collins Ave, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160. For more information, visit their official website.

A $100 “Golden Glizzy” Lands at the Miami Open

Stadium food is going full Miami this year at the Miami Open. One of the tournament’s buzziest bites is the Golden Glizzy, a $100 Wagyu hot dog created by local shop Chèvre that is full-on luxury. The over-the-top snack starts with an Australian Wagyu sausage tucked into a custom croissant bun from Ficelle Bakery, then gets layered with crème fraîche, a full tin of Golden Goat caviar, and a finishing sprinkle of edible gold. It’s exactly the kind of indulgence that thrives in a champagne garden setting—the Golden Glizzy will be served exclusively from the Golden Goat Caviar Ventanita, tucked inside the Piper-Heidsieck Champagne Garden. The lounge-style space pairs plush seating with a lineup of cuvées designed to complement the caviar-forward bite, along with playful champagne floats from Aubi & Ramsa. The Miami Open runs through Sunday, March 29.

The Miami Open takes place at Hard Rock Stadium, 347 Don Shula Dr., Miami Gardens, FL 33056. For more information, visit the event website.

Tuesday, March 17

St. Patrick’s Day Goes Big at Wynwood Marketplace

If you’re looking for a full-scale St. Paddy’s celebration, St. Patrick’s Day Wynwood Block Party 2026 is turning Wynwood Marketplace into one giant green-tinted playground this Tuesday. The free event runs from 6 p.m. to 3 a.m., packing the open-air venue with DJs, food vendors, games, and a steady flow of festive drink specials. Expect green beer, open-bar ticket options, and a lively crowd leaning fully into the holiday spirit. Early birds get a bonus: the first 300 guests who RSVP and arrive before 9 p.m. score a free green beer. Consider it one of the bigger, louder ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Miami-style. For more information, visit the event page.

Wynwood Marketplace is located at 2250 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33127.

Thursday, March 19

Van Leeuwen Opens a Brickell Scoop Shop

A new ice cream stop is landing in the heart of Mary Brickell Village. This Thursday, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream will open its second Miami scoop shop, marking a notable first for the brand: a dual ice cream and frozen yogurt concept debuting exclusively at the Brickell location. Alongside the brand’s signature French-style scoops and vegan flavors (over 25 of them), the new shop introduces frozen yogurt made with organic Bulgarian yogurt, launching with classic tart and ceremonial-grade matcha. For opening week, Van Leeuwen is also teaming up with COYO Taco on a limited cajeta sundae topped with salted caramel, whipped cream, and churro pieces. On opening day, early visitors can score $1 scoops or small frozen yogurts from 12–2 p.m.

Van Leeuwen Brickell is located at 900 S Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33130. For more information, visit their official website.

Friday, March 20

Caribbean Happy Hour Finds Its Rhythm at Las’ Lap

A new happy hour has planted itself into the already vibrant evenings at Las’ Lap, the Caribbean-American cocktail bar from chef Kwame Onwuachi tucked inside the Vintro Hotel in Miami Beach. Running daily (except Saturdays), the program is all about island flavors with cocktails like Smoke on the Water and Pink Sands, paired with bites that go beyond the usual bar fare—jerk-marinated olives and freshly shucked oysters. Starting this Friday, the vibe moves upstairs with Rooftop Bites, a Friday and Saturday evening series built around cocktails, small plates, and sunset views. Consider it an easy and thoroughly enjoyable prelude to the weekend.

Las’ Lap is located at 2216 Park Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139. For more information, visit their official website.