As of the third quarter of 2025, Miami is establishing itself as a world-class culinary destination, with recent James Beard award nominations highlighting the city's vibrant dining scene. However, the city faces challenges, as several beloved restaurants have closed in recent months, including Finnegan's Road, which cited reduced spring break tourism and rising rents as reasons for its closure. Similarly, Sugarcane Raw Bar & Grill ended its 15-year run, celebrated for its popular dishes and outdoor atmosphere, while Palmar's closing highlighted difficulties faced by various establishments in the dynamic restaurant landscape.
"After serving beers and Irish whiskies for 25 years, Finnegan's Road closed this past March, citing the City of Miami Beach's crackdown on spring breakers as a contributing factor to its demise."
"With its large outdoor patio, Sugarcane Raw Bar & Grill became the 'it' restaurant for small plates and lively happy hours, garnering a loyal following before closing after 15 years."
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