ART GALLERIES

Art Fusion Galleries: Whether you want to have fine art consultations, framing, commission artwork, get an interior design discount or lease corporate art, this is the place for you. Log on to www.artfusiongallery.com for details. Location: One NE 40 Street, Suites 3, 6 & 7, Miami. Phone: 305-573-5740.

Braschi Gallery Fine Art: Oil paintings, bronze, movie posters and lithographs can be found here—not to mention a photo collection of baseball stars and various Beatles souvenirs. Location: 108 South Miami Avenue, Miami. Phone: 786-252-7201.

Britto Central: Owned by world-famous artist Romero Britto, Britto Central is packed with paintings, sculptures and collectibles featuring his brightly colored, whimsical designs. Just try to stay depressed when walking into this gallery. Location: 818 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-531-8821.

Broadway Arts & Framing: Unique custom framing, art gallery, restoration, retail shop or professional service. Location: 7551 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Phone: 305-754-1773.

Buka Arts & Crafts: Featuring the works of local and international artists —paintings, photographs, sculpture, necklaces, bracelets and much more in this unique little place. Location: 425 71st St., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-866-9212.

Carel Gallery: Carries rare original post-Impressionist paintings from the late 19th century and early 20th century as well as oil paintings, drawings and watercolor pieces from more recent times. Location: 922 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-534-4384.

European Art Gallery: A new concept store for modern European art, light design, and interior decoration. Featuring artists such as Ruth Azcona Lizarraga and Elmar Hund. Location: 61 NE 40 St., Miami. Phone: 305-438-9006.

Galerie D’Arts Decorators: This gallery specializes in fins French and American furniture from the 1930’s to the 1960’s and features work from European artists such as Adnet and Leleu. Location: 1629 Jefferson Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-674-0123.

Galeria del Sol: This gallery represents and displays the work of talented Mexican artists such as Francisco Ramos, Adolfo de Florencia and Juan Carlos Oviedo. Location: 1628 Michigan Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-674-7076.

Howard Austin Feld: Adds a new definition to nude art. As in digitally created (and sometimes altered) photographs featuring naked people doing all kinds of stuff. Location: 663 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-531-5999.

Kennedy Gallery: The works of Robert and Michele Kennedy are on display as well works by R.J. Hohimer, Lynn Fecteau and Herbert Hofer. Location: 1390 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-535-6330.

Tip Freeman’s Paintings and Art Gallery: Besides selling and displaying original paintings, prints, limited editions, photos and graphics, Tip’s provides a variety of services such as custom framing, dry mounting, custom size canvas stretching, and repair and restoration. Tip’s can even remove mildew from your personal fine art collection. Location: 738 NE 79th St., Miami. Phone: 305-754-8221.

World Erotic Art Museum: For a cover charge of $15, one can gain entry to the mezzanine level of a Washington Avenue building and gaze upon Naomi Wilzig’s—uh—unique collection of art, which includes biblical, mythological, Oriental, ethnographic, neoclassical, European 17th to 20th century, American 20th century, etc., etc. Open until midnight daily. Location: 1205 Washington Ave., Miami Beach; www.weam.com. Phone: 305-532-9336.

 

 

AUTOMOBILE DEALERSHIPS, BOATS  AND RELATED SERVICES

All Glass Tinting: For the best tints in Miami, this is the place for you. Location: 10550 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Phone: 305-899-8468.

Avis: A variety of General Motors cars, mini vans and sport utility vehicles to rent from. Location: 2318 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-538-4441.

Beach Auto Tag: Having an expired tag is pretty bad. In Miami Beach, the hunting ground of marauding parking enforcers, it downright sucks. Fortunately, Beach Auto Tag is in a convenient location for those living in Greater Miami Beach. Location: 800 71st St., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-868-3277.

Beach Scooter: Why drive in a big automobile, when you can buy or rent a maneuverable, slender scooter? Gas and electric-powered scooters are available for rent and sale, including such models as SX Moskito, Vivacity, Fox, Dragster, Formula and Torpedo. Location: 1341 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-538-7878.

Bimmer Shop: This venue is the alternative to the pricey and often-overburdened dealer for a full range of automatic services, exclusively for BMW’s. Location: 94 NE 20th Terrace, Miami. Phone: 305-573-2691.

Braman BMW: New and used BMWs. Leasing also available. Location: 2020 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Phone: 305-571-1205.

Brickell Motors: Prides itself on its low overhead which “means low prices.” Brickell sells new cars and used cars. They’ll lease, they’ll finance, they’ll fix and provide parts. Location: 665 SW 8th St., Miami. Phone: 305-856-3000.

Budget National Center: Has economy-luxury cars, convertibles, SUVs, minivans, passenger vans, cargo vans and trucks for rental. Location: 2331 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; 6742 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; 3043 NE 163rd St., Aventura. Phone: 1-800-527-7000.

Cartronics: Giant selection of automobile stereos and alarms at competitive prices. Location: 490 NE 167th St., North Miami Beach. Phone: 305-945-8300.

Cubi-K Scooters: A large selection of street-legal scooters as well as off-road and electric scooters for sale and rent. It is also an authorized dealer of Bladez Corporation. Repair services available. Location: 7341 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-867-2834

Dream Luxury Rentals: Has an inventory of sports cars and luxury vehicles and a fleet of yachts readily available, not to mention a concierge service. Location: 2136 NW 36 Street, Miami. Phone: 1-866-566-8784.

Enterprise: Rental cars for all occasions. Has everything from economy and mid-sized cars and vans to “exotics” and “luxuries” like Hummers, Landrovers, BMWs and Jaguars. Location: 6687 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-866-8411.

Exclusive Toys: If you’ve got money to burn and a yen for exciting modes of transportation, you can get private jets, luxury yachts, sports cars and more through this luxury rental services. Log on to www.exclusivetoysautorental.com for more information. Location: 2136 NW 36th Street, Miami. Phone: 305-728-4613.

Leo’s Touch, Inc.: Washing, detailing and other aesthetic improvements to your automobile are all done by hand at Leo’s. Location: 5600 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Phone: 305-751-7906.

Luxe Marine: Bringing quality European brand boats to the United state of America. In 2007 Luxe Marine will launch the exclusive distribution of the Frauscher boats, manufactured in Austria, in the U.S.  Also has the 606 Riviera, 686 Lido and the 757 St. Tropez models. Log on to www.LuxeMarine.com for more details. Location: 5735 SW 72nd Street, Suite 5735, Miami. Phone: 305-663-0007.

Gables Honda: Offers a complete line of Honda, Kawasaki and Aprilia motorcycles, scooters and ATVs as well as the necessary parts. Gables is also the authorized dealer for Honda and Kawasaki watercraft. Location: 7300 Bird Road, Coral Gables. Phone: 305-266-8300.

Karma Kar Wash and Café: The perfect venue for lunch and a car wash, at the same time. Location: 7810 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Phone: 305-759-1392.

Miami Rent-a-Car: The place to buy and rent cars. Rentals available as low as $15 per day. No credit card required. Mention the SunPost for a free upgrade. Log on to hwww.miamirentacar.com/ for more details. Location: 830 NE 79th St., Miami. Phone: 305-754-2929.

Ocean Cadillac: The latest Cadillacs in all its forms can be found at this dealership, like the 2007 CTS and the 2007 SRX. Location: 1000 Kane Concourse, Bay Harbor Islands. Phone: 305-864-2271.

Plaza Tire & Auto Center: Personalized attention together with expert know-how makes Plaza Tire & Auto Center a definite best. This family-owned establishment has aligned with NAPA auto care and now offers a 12,000-mile “peace of mind” warranty so you’re assured top-quality auto care. Location: 3005 NE Second Ave., Miami. Phone: 305-573-3878.

Prestige Imports: Prestige does sales and leasing, has an inventory of pre-owned cars, and will provide service and parts. Location: 14780 Biscayne Blvd., North Miami Beach. Phone: 305-947-1000.

Ronald W. Shane Watersports Center: This first-class center, led by world champions and Olympic instructors, offers rowing classes, membership in the rowing club, youth and adult programs, kayak rentals and tours. Location: 6500 Indian Creek Drive, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-861-8876.

79th Street Auto Center: Offers a really cool collection of rentals. Ever picture yourself behind the wheel of a convertible Mini Cooper or a Beetle? Maybe a Jaguar XK8 is more your style? They also sell and service cars, with special and in-house financing available. Whatever your needs, 79th Street Auto can deliver. Location: 830 NE 79th St., Miami. Phone: 305-754-1846.

South Beach Finest Hand Car Wash: Treat your cherished vehicle better by going to South Beach Finest Hand Car Wash where human beings wash your car’s exterior and clean its interior, instead of automated machines. The kids at South Beach Finest will even vacuum the inside, make your tires look shiny and wipe down the doorjambs. That’s just the basic service. Finest Car Wash also does waxing, shampooing, tinting and complete detailing. Location: 1229 18th St., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-604-9282

South East Florida Motorcycle Safety School: Easy and affordable courses to learn to ride motorcycles for beginners. They offer motorcycle endorsements for new owners. Location: 2734 NW 183rd St., Miami Gardens. Phone: 305-430-9997.

Triton Scooters Rental and Cyber Café: Yes, besides providing Internet services and selling electronic items and jewelry, Triton rents out scooters of all kinds. Scooter rentals are $60 for 24 hours. Location: 2745 B Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-532-0115.

Tropical Chrysler Jeep: Has a big selection of new and used cars, vans and SUVs—especially jeeps and Chryslers. Log on to www.tropicalchryslerjeep.com for more details. Location: 8880 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami Shores. Phone: 1-800-906-4371.

 

 

BEAUTY SUPPLIES

Aventura Beauty Center: Provides customers with Aveda and other beauty products. Location: 28351 NE 19th Ave., Aventura. Phone: 305-935-9094.

Brownes and Co.: Founded in 1995, the Miami-based chain now has a global reputation as being a world-famous product retailer for more than 100 sought-after (and hard to find) beauty lines for hair, makeup, skin care, shaving, bath and body, soaps of the world, travel and stress relief, fragrance and customized products for the home. Complex also includes the Some Like It Hot full service salon, a spa and even yoga instruction. Location: 841 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-532-8703.

GBS, The Beauty Store: One of South Florida’s largest beauty supply retailers with more than 18,000 kinds of cosmetics, skincare, aromatherapy, nail-care, and hair-care products. In addition, GBS stores include wigs, hairpieces and accessories, theatrical cosmetic centers and full-service hair and nail salons. Log onto www.gbsbeauty.com, where you can shop for thousands of items, including GBS’ signature line of color cosmetics. Location: 1621 Alton Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-532-4074.

L’Occitane en Provence: This health and beauty boutique sells quality body lotions, cleansers, oils, soaps, and moisturizers to pamper and refresh the body. Also sells home products such as candles. Location: 540 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-531-0752.

Rose’s Cosmetics Makeup & More: Rose uses her decades of makeup experience to provide makeup products and consulting services for male and female customers of all ages. Location: 17830 W. Dixie Highway, North Miami Beach. Phone: 305-682-8183.

Sephora: Discover a setting where prestige cosmetics are showcased not behind glass, but in gorgeous displays open for touching and trying. Has over 200 product selections for men, women and children. From makeup colors, fragrances, skincare, bath care and accessories, the product range includes new releases, best sellers, classics and the exclusive Sephora collection. Location: 721 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-532-0904.

 

 

BIKE AND ROLLERBLADE SHOPS

Bells Bikes: Experience a ride on a bike all over Miami, no gas expenses, no parking headaches, just ride a bike wherever your destiny is and let Bell’s Bike’s provide you with it. Location: 1945 NE 163 St., Miami. Phone: 786-426-3519.

Fritz’s Skate, Bike, and Surf: Carries a full line of skates, bicycles, sunglasses, surfing equipment and apparel. Rental and repair services also available. Location: 730 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-532-1954.

J.B. Bike: J.B. Bike carries virtually all brands and models of mountain bikes, trail bikes, road bikes, hybrids, tandems (if you want a bicycle built for two), and tricycles for children and adults for sale and rent. J.B. will also repair your bikes, with same-day service in most cases. Bike clothing and accessories are also sold here. Location: 7316 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-866-3622.

Miami Beach Bicycle Center: An exclusive Miami Beach vendor of the well-known bicycle brands Raleigh, Cannondale, and Trek, the Bicycle Center has specialized in bicycling innovation throughout its several years of service. Also offers a wide assortment of services such as bicycle rentals and repairs. Sells accessories including locks, clothing, shoes, and bags. Location: 601 Fifth St., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-674-0150.

 

 

BOOKSTORES AND NEWSSTANDS

Barnes & Noble: A mega-bookstore that sells books of all sorts (particularly a sweet science fiction section), B&N is also equipped with a coffee house. Location: 18711 NE Biscayne Blvd., Aventura. Phone: 305-935-9770.

Books and Books: The place for those living on the Beach and in the Gables who are hungry for books, magazine, coffee, cake and Danishes and who don’t want to drive all over Northeast Dade. B&B also features lectures from authors of all walks of life. Location: 933 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach; 265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables; 9700 Collins Ave. Bal Harbour. Phone: 305-532-3222 (Miami Beach); 305-442-4408 (Coral Gables); 305-864-4241 (Bal Harbour).

Borders: Not just a giant bookstore, this outlet also has a damn good coffee house and a music store located within the complex. Borders also features lectures and live music. Location: 19925 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura. Phone: 305-935-0027.

Kafka’s: All of Kafka’s books are second-hand books, and are therefore sold at a very reasonable price. Kafka’s carries books on pretty much every field of interest: fiction, art, photography, psychology and more. Local and international newspapers and magazines are also available. Plus Kafka’s provides Internet terminals for those who want to browse the net until the late night hours. Snacks also available. Location: 1464 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-673-9669.

Mindy’s News and Gifts: Providing the public with services like notary public, ATM, phone cards, magazines, newspapers and more. Location: 209 71st St., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-866-8518.

News Café: Sells newspapers and magazines from all over the world right in hip South Beach. Plus, the news is attached to a hip full-service café. Location: 800 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-538-6397.

Waldenbooks: Best place to let your mind wander – and maybe find a good book when you’re tired of strolling around Aventura Mall. Also has comic books. Location: 19575 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura Mall. Phone: 305-937-1371.

Worldwide News: Has newspapers from all over the country and the world. Also has a very large magazine selection including (Why not? It is 163rd Street) a specialized skin mag section. Now has Internet access, as well as fax, Western Union and notary services. Location: 1629 NE 163rd St., North Miami Beach. Phone: 305-940-4090.

Van Dyke News: Basically the sequel of Mark Soyka’s News Café. Right next door to the Van Dyke. Location: 846 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-534-3600.

 

 

CLOTHING STORES AND ATTIRE SERVICES

Absolutely Suitable: At this modern retailer you’ll find an extensive selection of high-end designer swimsuits for men and women. Location: 1560 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-604-5281.

Ann Taylor Loft: A more affordable and casual version of the Ann Taylor boutiques offering business, casual and relaxed women’s clothing. Also offers a great petites selection. Location: 1036 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-673-2801.

Anthropologie: High-end imported women’s apparel and creative home furnishings. Location: 1108 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-695-0775.

Armani Exchange: Getting the fanciest European-style attire doesn’t have to cost you a fortune. Get world-renowned Armani quality at a much easier-to-deal-with price. Their jeans, sweaters, T-shirts, outerwear, pants, shirts, skirts, jackets, etc. are designed for a younger crowd of both men and women. Locations: 760 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; 19501 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura Mall. Phone: (Beach) 305-531-5900; (Aventura Mall) 305-682-3602.

Banana Republic: Business and casual clothing for men and women in tailored styles. Location: 1100 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 1-88-BRStyle.

Belinda’s Designs: Specializes in dresses inspired by the Victorian 19th Century era, as well as the 1920s and ‘30s. Dresses are made from silk, Venetian laces, embroidered tulles, antique laces and other fine materials. Perfect for weddings, proms, special occasions and society balls. Location: 917 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-532-0068.

Biker’s Image: For the individual who just has to look like a biker, even if he isn’t. Specializes in Harley Davidson clothes and accessories for men and women. Location: 1560 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-695-8500.

Body Up: This store is perfect for the fashionable fitness fanatic. Body Up sells the latest attire for exercising activities. Location: 704 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-532-9399.

Caché: Sexy, yet classy. Well made, yet affordable. This women’s boutique offers low neckline and hip hugging styles following the hottest Miami fashion trends. Tops, skirts, elegant dresses and more. Location: 716 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, Phone: 305-672-1224.

Julian Chang: This up and coming designer has gotten props from celebs like J.Lo and Gloria Estefan. Check out his look at three South Florida locations. Locations: (showroom) 1071 NE 79th St., Miami; (boutique) 1665 Michigan Ave., Miami Beach; Steam on Sunset, Sunset Place, 5830 Sunset Drive, South Miami. Phone: (showroom) 305-751-8900; (boutique) 305-538-2242; (South Miami) 305-669-9991.

Circle Art and Antiques: Owned by Sherna Brody, Circle Art sells antique collectibles, oriental rugs, contemporary furniture and various other eclectic items. Location: 1020 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-531-1859.

Consign of the Times: Designer labels such as Gucci and Prada are affordable, or at least more so than they would be at any other South Beach store with prices ranging from $20 to $5,000. Location: 1635 Jefferson Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-535-0811.

CPO: Standing for “certified pre-owned,” CPO specializes in dealing with high-end consignment furniture as well as clothing. Location: 1800 Bay Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-531-1899.

Debbie Katz South Beach: Sells a designer line of stylish All-American cotton clothing that is comfortable to wear on the Beach or for any other casual occasion. Location: 415 Española Way, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-674-3322.

Dolce & Gabbana: These two Italian designers earned international fame by creating a style that is unique unto themselves. Among loyal customers Dolce & Gabbana can count stars like Madonna, Demi Moore, Whitney Houston and other celebs whose niche in life is creating a “fashion” by wearing specific outfits. Now in a larger space within the Bal Harbour Shops. Location: 9700 Collins Ave., Unit 134, Bal Harbour. Phone: 305-866-0503.

Express: Fun, affordable clothing for young professionals with attitude. Location: 745 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-672-6641

FCUK: The name actually stands for French Connection-United Kingdom. It’s an international casual clothing chain that is fond of sponsoring elaborate pool tournaments in Great Britain. Log on to ww.frenchconnection.com for more fcuking details. Location: 1026 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-673-3838.

Flirt Cosmopolitan Clothing: For those who want to look a tad slutty without having to feel guilty about it. Miss Sixty, Custo Barcelona, Huit Swimwear, Citizens of Humanity, Sweetees, Paper Denim & Cloth are just among the lines Flirt has. Location: 17100 Collins Ave., # 104, Sunny Isles Beach. Phone: 305-944-3533.

Funky Urban Store: This venue is a unique Funky urban store that customizes t-shirts and panties for you. Location: 1556 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 786-252-5021.

Gilda Gevis For Sizes 14 to 34: Unique styling in everything from sportswear to social occasions. Location: 18785 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura. Phone: 305-931-6692.

I. Strada: This boutique carries high-end Italian designer fashion clothing including names such as Custo Barcelona, Moschino, Jean Paul Gaultier, Dolce & Gabbana, Fabio Xavier, Cavalli, and more. Location: 811 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-532-1123.

Intermix: Showcasing the latest trends from hand-selected designers, Intermix caters to an intelligent, confident woman with a penchant for fashion. Its stylish clientele includes Gwyneth Paltrow, Cameron Diaz, Chloe Sevigny, Jessica Simpson, Julia Roberts and Jennifer Love Hewitt. Location: 634 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-531-5950.

Judy’s Armoire: In this high-end designer boutique store near the Bal Harbour shops you can find designer dresses, blouses, shoes, purses, and truly unique jewelry pieces. Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, Miu Miu and Gucci are just some of the designers found in Judy’s Armoire. Location: 9484 Harding Ave., Surfside. Phone: 305-868-3870.

La Squadra: Men’s and women’s designer wear and accessories. Location: 753 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-538-3775.

The Levi’s Store: As the name says, this is the place to buy a pair (or two or three) of Levi’s jeans. Location: 826 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-695-4045.

Mr. B Custom Tailor: A custom tailor specializing in men’s designs and all types of alterations. Location: 7414 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Phone: 305-758-4180.

Post Blue Jeans: Diesel, Adriana Goldsmith, Seven Jeans, Juicy, are just some of the denim and jean brand names found here. Location: 836 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-673-2124.

Quicksilver Boardriders Club: Deals in Quicksilver and Roxy clothing items such as shorts, shirts, bikini tops and bottoms, swim shorts, sandals… Pretty much everything a growing surfer needs. Has a new location on Lincoln Road. Location: 750 Collins Ave., 1000 Block of Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-674-9283.

Rags to Riches Consignment Boutique: Claudia Khatt understands we all need a little retail therapy from time to time. So she started a shop with the latest clothing from Versace, Miu Miu, Chanel, Christian Dior, Dolce & Gabbana, Jimmy Choo and Fendi, to name a few. Location: 12577 Biscayne Boulevard, North Miami. Phone: 305-891-8981.

Rainbow Shops: Jeans, dresses, T-shirts, tank tops, belts… They’re all here and they’re all going for cheap: $19, $12, even $6. Location: 321 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-535-0980.

Rara Avis: Offers a wide variety of unique fashion items from linen shorts and skirts to revealing bikinis to party dresses available for less than $100. Other items include handbags, jewelry, underwear, sandals, oils and menswear. Another bonus: much of the inventory is designed by local designers. Location: 730 NE 79th Street, Miami. Phone: 305-751-1855.

Rochester Big & Tall: The self-styled premier clothier for big and tall guys. Suits, sportswear, active wear and shoes. Location: 18801 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura. Phone: 305-792-7440.

Urban Outfitters: Outfits from Calvin Klein, Adidas, Diesel, Levi’s, Asics, Vans, Puma and more can be found here. Dr. Scholl’s sandals, novelty t-shirts and tank tops are a biggie here for both men and women. So are the bohemian-trendy clothes – especially the women’s line. Location: 653 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-535-9726.

Vest dos Elegante Corp.:The place to find discounted brand name Italian clothing. Location: 1676 NE 205th Terrace, Aventura. Phone: 305-999-9008.

Vogue Italia: This boutique sells clothes by the finest Italian designer names in fashion such as Parasuco, Versace, Dolce & Gabbana, Cavalli, Fendi, Diesel, and Ferre. Location: 513 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-538-9947.

W Couture: Chic women’s clothing. Location: 109 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-672-8844.

White House Black Market: Find anything white and everything black in this upscale women's clothing boutique. Jewelry and accessories are also available. Location: 1106 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-672-8006.

Whittal and Shon: “Design gorgeous hats with two things every stylish woman likes – a sense of humor and sex appeal” is this store’s motto. And they keep their word. No wonder these hats are seen on the cover of top fashion magazines on a regular basis. Location: 900 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-538-2606.

 

 

DEPARTMENT STORES

Macy’s: The “Florida Store,” this place has handbags, hosiery, housewares, jewelry, clothing, luggage, kitchenware and other items. Location: 1675 Meridian Ave., Miami Beach; 19501 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura. Phone: (Beach) 305-674-6300; (Aventura) 305-792-6300.

Kmart: The department store for the working person (or the individual who wants to save money), Kmart sells clothes, electronics, toys, video games, books and furniture at affordable prices. The North Miami branch even has a dentist office. Location: 900 North Miami Beach Blvd., North Miami; 10700 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Phone: 305-944-1681 (NMB); 305-893-3900 (Miami).

Neiman Marcus: The place for the best in women’s and men’s wear, make-up, perfumes, jewelry and shoes. Location: 9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour. Phone: 305-865-6161.

Saks Fifth Avenue: Upscale men’s and women’s attire, gift items, baby wear, precious jewels, hats, and furs. Location: 9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour. Phone: 305-865-1100.

 

 

DVDS & VIDEOS

Lion Video: This film rental store specializes in movies that are hard-to-find and has an incredible selection of foreign films. Locations: 921 NE 79th St., Miami; 1524 Ponce De Leon Blvd., Coral Gables. Phone: (Miami) 305-756-9196; (Coral Gables) 305-442-6080.

New Concept: With the transition from VHS to DVD complete, they should really update the name to New Concept DVD. The store offers a wide variety of new releases, recent, older, foreign and domestic movies, from rated G to rated X. Trying to find that edgy, indie film that mainstream stores refuse to carry? Probably can find it here. New Concept also carries an assortment of the latest CDs and fashion mags from all over the world. Location: Shoppes at West Avenue, 959 West Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-674-1113.

Pleasure Emporium: Features a wide selection of movies and DVDs with little or no storyline for rent or sale. Pleasure Emporium also has a large variety of “toys” including Jack Rabbits and the Pocket Rocket. The staff is also friendly, helpful and non-judgmental, so even the shyest person can browse around. And the Pleasure Emporium-owned Gaydar on Alton Road is tailored for the gay and lesbian community. Location: 1671A Alton Road, Miami Beach; 1019 Fifth St., Miami Beach; 20600 NW Second Ave., North Miami; 224 SW Sixth St., Miami. Phone: (Alton Road) 305-538-6434; (Washington) 305-673-3311; (North Miami) 305-654-9400; (Miami) 305-854-7977.

Sensations Video: Open 24 hours, this adult store has DVDs for sale and rent, along with a selection of adult toys, novelties, lubricants, lingerie, smoking accessories, magazines and more. Location: 1317 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-534-2330.

 

 

EYEWEAR

Eye Desire: Dr. David M. Roth opened his own eyewear boutique in South Beach, bringing what he calls “the elegance of Bal Harbour shops” and the newest technology of major eye centers to the casual atmosphere of his hometown. Offers eyewear brands such as FRED, Oliver Peoples, Sama, Vera Wang, Chanel and Armani. Also is the exclusive distributor of La Loop, a silver patented necklace. Location: 1211 17th St., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-673-1211.

Eyeglass Emporium: Lenses made while you wait and contact lenses in stock. Location: 552 41st St., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-534-2288.

For Eyes Optical: Want to turn your brown eyes blue? Want to turn your brown eyes green and yellow? Want to just be able to see five feet in front of your face without having to put on glasses? For Eyes Optical is the answer for you. Has both corrective and non-corrective lenses available that can make your eyes any color you wish. Location: 1519 Alton Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-531-1444.

Gaffas Optical, Inc.: Has two doctors on staff: one specializing in eye exams and the other on contact lenses. Has all the big names on stock. Location: 7409 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-867-1500.

Home Optical: Has designer eyewear such as Dior, Burberry and Gucci. Location: 6989 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-861-0018.

Just Look ‘N Eyewear: Latest in designer eyewear. Optician and lab on premises and lenses in one hour. Location: 2250 NE 163rd St., North Miami Beach. Phone: 305-354-2020.

Pearle Vision: Back in 1961, Pearle Vision was at the forefront of a new kind of shopping experience that revolutionized the way America purchased prescription eyeglasses. Now, this complete optical shop still provides the full-service experience. Location: 7901 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Phone: 305-754-5144.

Prism Optical Inc.: Around since 1959, Prism deals in name brand eyewear such as Flexon, Timmy Hilfiger, Nine West, Harley Davison, Barbie, etc. Location: 10992 NW 7th Ave., Miami. Phone: 305-754-5894.

Solstice Sunglass Boutique: Brand-name eyewear. Location: 805 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-531-5080. 

 

 

FLORISTS & NURSERIES

Abbott Florist: Twenty-five years of experience in a wide variety of floral designs from weddings to just because. Also available: lucky bamboo, bonsai, orchard plants and gourmet or fruit baskets. Location: 1008 71st St., Miami Beach; abbottfloristmaimai.com. Phone: 305-865-9808.

Alton Road Nursery: Specializes in all landscape design matters, including international statuary and pottery, home and business consultations, and exterior and interior maintenance. Well-stocked in aesthetic materials from all over the world to enhance your garden. Location: 1239 Alton Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-532-7939.

America’s Best Service: Everything lawn related: Whether you need residential or commercial landscaping, sprinklers, maintenance, trees and plants, outdoor lighting or water features, ABS has been serving the region since 1989. Web site: www.abstreesandplants.com. Phone: 305-345-6385.

Joel’s Floral Design: Has flowers for all occasions and delivers. Location: 1422 NE 163rd St., North Miami Beach. Phone: 305-354-2077.

Log Cabin Nursery: A full-service nursery with fresh-cut flowers, a variety of plants, pots and baskets and landscaping services, plus a farmers market, and juice and coffee bars on the premises. The nursery offers delivery services for all orders. A nonprofit organization, Log Cabin employs the differently-abled. Location: 8128 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-993-2008.

Surf Florist & Gifts of Miami Beach & Aventura: The best thing about this company is that you’ll never forget another birthday or anniversary again. They actually call you a week ahead of time to remind you. Phone: 305-865-0433.

White Tulip: Now in a new location, White Tulip continues its tradition of offering customers lush, imported plants and flowers and naturally themed designs comprised of palm trees, coconuts, peonies, roses, and Calla Lilly tulips. Location: 1673 Alton Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-672-9444.

 

 

FURNITURE & HOME ACCESSORIES

Agora Inc.: A dream for interior decorators, this store is a very unique find, offering affordable home accessories and gifts from all over the world. Location: 640 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-673-5589.

Antique Oriental Rug Buyers: Sells and buys all manner of oriental rugs. Location: 1490 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Phone: 305-374-3976.

Ascot Teak Furniture: This store’s furnishings are constructed for optimum strength and durability. Respecting tradition, you’ll find that original Ascot designs, made with genuine teak, have been adapted to today’s lifestyle. Location: 12951 Biscayne Blvd., North Miami. Phone: 305-892-2131.

B Home Design: Home and office furniture for cutting-edge, modern interior designs. Location: 3898 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Phone: 305-576-0809.

Barstools To Go: The largest selection of barstools in stock in South Florida, and if its not here the management will be happy to place a special order for you. They also ship their stools anywhere. Location: 15532 Biscayne Blvd., North Miami Beach. Phone: 305-947-1404.

Bergman Collection: This furniture and interior design showroom features contemporary Italian names for residential or commercial use. Location: 500 Five Point Drive, Suite 140, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-531-3103.

Biscayne Marble & Granite: This wholesale importer and supplier for the past 10 years has recently opened a retail showroom in the former location of Tile by Universal. Travertine, marble, granite, onyx and slate tiles as well as a fine selection of terrazzo, glass tiles, travertine pavers and stone vessels are on display and custom countertop fabrication is available. Location: 880 NE 79th St., Miami. Phone: 305-758-7778

Blue Source Furniture: Plenty of furniture for bedrooms, living room, dining room and the outdoors. Log on to www.bluesourcefurniture.com for more details or products. Location: 282 NW 36 Street, Miami. Phone: 305-573-8050.

Casa Solares: Cesar Solares’ store features ceramics, blown glass, wood furniture, lamps, leather products, paintings and icons from Guatemala. Location: 8201 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Phone: 305-758-5292.

Charlotte’s Antiques/Plexi House: Where else can you shop for a wide array of sculptures and paintings while looking to get glass installed and cut for marine, industrial or residential purposes but this Design District storefront? Location: 3900 N. Miami Ave., Miami. Phone: 305-576-9991.

Chocolate Milk: A children’s room furniture store, Chocolate Milk offers vintage and contemporary looks as well as original artwork, lighting, clothing, home accessories and toys. Find unique baby-shower gifts, stuffed animals or vintage-looking toys. Location: 2172 ½ NE 123rd St., North Miami. Phone: 305-893-0026.

Design Benedict USA: Having itself a moving sale where uniquely designed furniture and art are between 50 and 80 percent off. Log on to www.designbenedictusa.com for more details. Location: 54 NE 40th Street, Mimai. Phone: 305-576-6620.

Evans: Pieces are gathered from all over the world including furniture, chandeliers, porcelain, Art Deco items, art glass, ivory and more. Evans’ staff provides fair and accurate appraisals, and they also buy art. Location: 9560 Harding Ave., Surfside. Phone: 305-867-7015.

Experts Furniture Design and Contemporary: Italian furniture, lighting, rugs and accessories can be found in this store that has existed since 1965. Log on to www.expertsfurniture.com for more details. Location: 14811 Biscayne Boulevard, North Miami Beach. Phone: 305-787-8555.

Faith Oriental Rug: Not only do the operators of Faith buy and sell antique and custom rugs, but they also provide cleaning and restoration, repairs and padding replacement for rugs as well as free consultation on what rugs will work best. Location: 18837 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura. Phone: 305-692-1940.

GLO Vintage Modern Antiques: Do your antiquing here from noon to 7 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Location: 5050 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Phone: 305-758-2727.

Imagination Unlimited: Specializes in Georg Jensen and other Danish silver. Will buy jewelry, flatware, serving pieces and hollowware. Location: 4302 Alton Road, Suite 820, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-534-2214.

Industrian: Sells antiques and new design and vintage mid-century modern furniture and home accessories, lamps, handbags, radios, candles and other types of gift items. Location: 5580 NE Fourth Court, Miami. Phone: 305-754-6070.

Jeffrey Lamb, Home: Miami Beach's premier center for furniture, home accessories, gifts and interior decoration. Visit our retail showroom and design office located in North Beach. Space planning and interior decoration for any size project. Licensed contractors available for all renovation needs. Custom furniture, window treatments and upholstery. Location: 956 Normandy Drive, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-861-0747.

Lights4U: Has every form of light fixture in stock including table lamps, floor lamps and chandeliers. Other, less luminous, pieces of furniture can be found here as well. Location: 16111 Biscayne Blvd., North Miami Beach. Phone: 305-947-1222.

Lincoln Furniture and Lighting: Deals in unique yet affordable furniture and has the widest selection of creative lighting fixtures to be found in South Beach. As one store clerk describes: “Very contemporary, very funky, very different.” Location: 629 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-538-2865.

Loft Sofas: They have a variety of Sofas in stock for immediate delivery to you in multiple colors and styles. And they offer sofas at the lowest prices in Florida. These are factory direct prices.  They are each available in multiples colors. Location: 1747 W. Flagler St., Miami. Phone: 786-228-8981.

Lunatika: This is one bright idea of a store: Dedicated to all forms of lighting, Lunatika’s showroom features a creative and functional assortment of light fixtures, lamps, fans and clocks, not to mention helpful staff with design knowledge to help you with your decisions. Location: 1562 Alton Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-534-8585.

Luv My Kitchens: Efrain Machado is an architect and designer who has found his top love: designing kitchens and bath cabinetry. Approaching each project like a new building, Machado will design your kitchen by computer if necessary. He also only works with the best plumbing and electrical contractors. Location: 327 W 47 St., Miami Beach. Phone: 786-276-9990.

Lynn Sampson Interiors Inc.: Specializing in window treatments and custom upholstery with a “fashion attitude.” Distinctive fabric selections and innovation styling support the designer’s reputation for staying on top of the newest trends. Consultants also offer solutions for solar control with the latest selection of motorized shades and shutters. Lynn Sampsom Interiors has added a specialty divison called Oceanview Shades & Drapery. Location: 62 NE 40th St., Miami. Phone: 305-318-3230 or 305-438-0024.

Mattress Town: This bedding and furniture store on Alton Road is the only place in town where you can get a bed shaped like a heart, star or even Elvis Presley. Mattress Town’s factory creates handmade, customized headboards and mattresses, so they can provide any bedding style desired. Also has a wide range of contemporary furniture like originally designed dining sets, couches and lamps. Location: 1610 Alton Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305 531-1452.

Metropolitan Blinds & Shades: Metropolitan Blinds offers the ideal blind or shade to supply a unique touch to your décor. We offer everything from see through fabrics for roller shades to sheers and natural fibers all to create blinds that compliment your distinctive surroundings. Regardless if it's one window or an entire home or office we have just the product to satisfy your window covering needs! Log on to http://metropolitanblinds.com for details. Location: 3483 Chase Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 786-287-8095.

Milan Kitchens: Milan Kitchens are imported from Brazil by a manufacturer rated #1 in South America. They specialize in design and supply certified products in all the stages of the process. They also guarantee the lowest prices for their European-style kitchens, built for comfort and practicality. Log on to www.milankitchens.com for more details. Location: 4612 NW 74th Ave., Miami. Phone: 305-343-0001

Minar: Deals in furniture, oriental rugs, pottery and lamps. Also specializes in interior design for residences and nightclubs. Location: 6667 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Phone: 305-757-2775.

Natural Furniture and Design: Offers high-end, imported furniture at reasonable prices. Along with the contemporary furniture, Natural Furniture and Design also provides its decorating customers a complimentary consultation with an interior designer who will come to your home or office to check out the space. They have been decorating homes and offices all over Miami. Location: 10990 Biscayne Blvd., North Miami. Phone: 305-899-2744.

Office Furniture Outlet: 20,000 square feet of mostly preowned office furniture. Open Monday to Saturday. Location: 1405 South 30th Ave., Hollywood. Phone: 954-926-7777.

Passage to India: Authentic crafts, jewelry, clothes, gifts and more straight from India. Location: 1143 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-538-6077

Sandola Furniture and More: The place to find all your furniture needs, especially if you live in North Beach. Be it a bed, a computer stand, a chair, a table, a lamp, a sofa, or a stool, Sandola has it — and more. Location: 1112 Normandy Drive, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-865-7778.

Sharron Lewis Upholstery Center: Services include furniture reupholstery, building furniture from scratch and even upholstering seats for boats and cars. For details log on to www.sharronlewis.com. Location: 250 NE 61st St., Miami. Phone: 305-751-1730.

Showcase Antique & Collectibles: With more than 25 years’ experience in estates and contents, they will buy anything you can imagine, from boxing items to trains to Hummel. They will even make house calls to tell you whether your trash is treasure. Phone: 305-300-0195.

South Beach Style: Owned by Dan Bowman, South Beach Style has long been respected as the place to equip your bedroom with everything from night tables, dressers and bed-sets to 100 percent natural fiber sheets imported from all over the world. Location: 1674 Meridian Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-538-8277.

Spazio: This is a design home furnishing store that sells upscale European contemporary sophisticated furniture and home furnishing articles. Location: 14700 Biscayne Blvd., North Miami Beach. Phone: 305-947-0800.

Stembridge Furniture: For more than four decades John Stembridge has possessed the connections to find traditional and contemporary furniture from the top producers in Europe, the Americas and other parts of the world suited every room in the house. Stembridge also has top-‘o-the-line reproduction antique pieces and can arrange to have furniture delivered anywhere in the U.S., as well as other parts of the world. Location: 545 NE 125th St., North Miami. Phone: 305-893-0800.

Super Mattress Warehouse: If you’re looking for an alternative to that bumpy, lumpy mattress you’ve been settling with for the last ten years, this place provides solutions that will make your back happy. Log on to www.mattrex.com for more details. Location: 2751 SW 27 Ave., Coconut Grove. Phone: 305-285-BEDZ.

Tile by Universal: Porcellanato tile, Italian tile and marble wholesale distributors and contractors. They do installations and slab fabrication for complete remodeling both residential and commercial. Location: 6650 NE Fourth Ave., Miami. Phone: 305-754-7737.

 

 

HARDWARE STORES & RELATED SERVICES 

Ace Hardware: Place to get hardware, paints, tools, plumbing supplies, lawn and garden stuff, and electrical things. Location: 1668 Alton Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-672-7070.

Advance Hardware: The North Miami Beach source for hardware, auto and gardening supplies. Location: 1991 NE 163rd St., North Miami Beach. Phone: 305-949-7264.

American Plumbing and Electrical Supply: Plumbing, electrical supplies, faucet parts, thread water heaters, bulbs, lumber, building materials, etc. Location: 1735 Alton Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-532-3446.

Atlantic Awnings: Choose from hundreds of styles and colors for either commercial or residential locations. Atlantic Awnings has over 13 years of experience serving South Florida. They also perform recovery and repairs on existing awnings. Call for a free estimate. Location: 12334 SW 131st Avenue, Miami. Phone: 305-229-0555.

Centeno Doors: Specialing in custom made and hurricane approved doors, windows, moldings and impact glass this venue is a variable one-stop shop for safety, especially with busy hurricane seasons in our future. Location: 3773 Bird Road, Miami. Phone: 305-529-9297.

Central Ace Hardware: Every inch of the 10,000 square feet that makes up Central Ace Hardware Store is crammed with the store’s wide assortment of electronics, school supplies, paint samples, home accessories such as potpourri, candles, and throw pillows, plumbing supplies, and of course, tools. Big paint, lawn and vacuum cleaner section. Location: 545 Arthur Godfrey Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-531-0836.

ClimaCon: Full-service air conditioning company. Mechanical and general contracting available. Location: 4238 SW 75th Ave., Miami. Phone: 786-344-3244.

L.A. Hardware Inc.: This hardware store is going out of business. But the good news for customers is that there is a liquidation sale going on and all merchandise is 50 percent off through February 2006. Location: 2795 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-538-9205.

Peter's Doors: Complete line of discount interior/exterior doors and hardware. Location: 800 NE 36th St., Miami. Phone: 305-637-8658

Washington Hardware: Who needs Home Depot when a neighborhood has a hardware store like Washington? Plumbing, paint materials, gardening and run of the mill tools. Washington, as one employee put it, “has it all.” Location: 1349 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-538-3958.

Wood Floors for Less: Installation services and a wide variety of wood flooring materials starting from $4 per square foot installed and up. Free estimates and a free interior design consultation with order. Location: 2300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Phone: 786-271-5287.

 

 

JEWELRY

Art Connection: Decorate yourself with steel titanium, sliver and custom jewelry pieces mostly coming from Europe. Art connections owner Gabriella was in business for over 30 years in Switzerland before bringing her business to Miami 6 years ago. Apart from importing pieces for men and women she also designs them as well. Log on to www.artconnectionmiami.com for more information. Location: 100 16th St., South Beach. Phone: 305-604-0603.

Balogh Outlet: In business for over 50 years. Offers 20 percent to 45 percent off list price on estates, fine jewelry, arts, crystal china, silver, porcelain, Judaica and more. Brand names include Lalique, Baccarat, Herend, Rosenthal, Georg Jensen, Doulton, Lenox, Waterford, Minton, Tiffany, Rolex, Cartier, Piaget and Patek Phillipe. Provides services such as jewelry manufacturing, special orders, repairs, appraisals and watch repairs. Location: 449 41st St., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-531-0087.

Bulgari: Based in Italy, Bulgari as an entity has been making jewelry since the 19th century. In recent times, Bulgari jewelers have perfected the craft of turning 18K gold, white gold, platinum, and precious gems into works of art. Their watch line is also extremely popular. Location: 9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour Shops, Suite 118. Phone: 305-861-8898.

Carroll’s Jewelers: Has in stock such jewelry lines like Hidalgo, Tacori, Barry Kronen and Simon G. as well as a talented team of jewelry repair. Carroll’s also known for its bridal registry and specialty gifts and its fine silver, china and crystal inventory. For details log on to www.carrollsjewelers.com.  Location: 365 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables. Phone: 305-446-1611.

Cartier: Responsible for some of the most beautiful gem designs, jewelry and, most notably, watches. The success of Cartier may lie in the company’s ability to remain true to its quality and elegance while adding to the successful formula with a twist of modernity. Location: 9700 Collins Ave., Suite 143 Bal Harbour. Phone: 305-864-8793.

Fast Jewelry: Gold and silver jewelry. Watch and jewelry repair also available. Location: 707 71st St., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-866-9493.

Goldtime: Brand-name watches, fine jewelry and repairs. Location: 531 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-534-8897.

Heart and Soul Jewelry: Wide selection of jewelry in sterling silver and stainless steel from Italy, Bali and Mexico and a complete gift shop with all kinds of accessories from mirrors and picture frames to boxes, cards and incense. Location: 411 Española Way, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-532-2775.

King’s Jeweler’s: Established in 1912, King’s Jewelers is a fifth generation family-owned and operated jewelry company that manufactures and designs fine jewelry. Items include gems and “fancy color” diamonds, sterling silver, European watches and modern and estate collections. Location: 18265 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura. Phone: 305-865-2700.

Mayor’s: Renowned for its precious jewelry and watches from all over the world. Location: 1000 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach; 19501 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura. Phone: (Miami Beach) 305-672-1662; (Aventura) 305-937-1444.

Miami Beach Watch Repair: For about a quarter of a century, Sonny Dewan has been fixing high-end and rare watches. Scarce parts don’t intimidate him: He has the machinery and expertise to forge new parts if necessary. But if you are interested in a brand spanking new watch, or in selling yours, give Dewan a call. He might be able to accommodate you. Phone: 305-673-6533

Millennium Jewelry: Jewelry Exchange carries virtually every brand that makes sunglasses such as Gucci, Prada, Chanel, Cartier, Montblanc and Oakley. Best of all, the sunglasses are sold at reasonable prices. Location: 521 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-535-2444.

Swatch: This small boutique in the heart of Lincoln Road carries wrist jewelry from metal, to plastic, and Scuba bands modeled after the funky makes of the 1980s. Location: 947 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-531-6944.

TeNo: For the individual looking for innovative, contemporary style, with futuristic fashion, this store carries jewelry with an edge in stainless steel and titanium. Location: 831 Lincoln Road., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-534-7588.

 

 

LINGERIE, SWIMWEAR AND ADULT STORES

Deja Vu Love Boutique: Near the hustle and bustle of tourist-crushed Ocean Drive spots like Wet Willie’s, here’s a little retail haven filled with massage oils, lingerie, apparel, candles, toys, lotions, erotica, DVDs and other stuff to keep up the party. Location: 1011 Fifth St., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-534-9669.

Hustler Hollywood: For anyone looking to spice up their relationship, this is definitely the place for you. With so many choices, Hustler offers apparel, souvenirs, lingerie and gifts. Location: 1234 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-673-5369.

La Perla: Laces, silk and satin are just some of the materials that make up the incredibly designed women’s undergarments found at La Perla. Location: 342 San Lorenzo Ave., Suite 1020, Village of Merrick Park, Coral Gables. Phone: 305- 448-8805.

Paradise Found: The department store for everything beach-related. Location: 200 71st St., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-866-4601.

Rosa Cha: This store specializes in stylish Brazilian swimsuits for women, thus creating a trend and flavor in South Beach. Location: 830 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-538-7883.

Scoop: Bathing suits, cover-ups, drawstring pants and tunics will bring out the real summer you. Finally, you get a chance to leave the boring stuff in the closet, where it belongs. Location: 1901 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-532-5929.

Victoria’s Secret Beauty and Lingerie: Following the European model, Victoria's Secret Beauty encourages customers to pamper and self-indulge themselves. It’s no secret that Victoria’s Secret’s mission is to make female clientele feel sexy and to help them reveal their femininity. Location: 901 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach; 19501 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura. Phone: (Beach) 305-695-1814; (Aventura) 305-705-0305.

 

 

LIQUOR STORES

Crown Wine & Spirit: Very few places can equal their gourmet selection of wine. They have the largest selection of German wines in the area (nearly 30 different brands). Fine Bordeaux, Cabernets, Chardonnays, Burgundies from Italy, France, Chile and Australia can also be found here as well as an incredible selection of gourmet, imported cheeses, pâtés and caviars. Crown Wine & Spirits offers discounts on cases. The discount still applies if you want to mix-and-match. Location: 12555 Biscayne Blvd., North Miami. Phone: 305-892-9463.

Gulf Liquors: Gigantic selection of beer, wine and kegs as well as all forms of potent liquors: rum, vodka, gin, whiskey, etc. Employees are fluent in English and Spanish and prices for liquor are quite affordable. Location: 1681 Alton Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-531-5551.

M.B. Liquors: Sometimes you just want a bottle of vodka or a six-pack of Guinness without having to walk outside of your home or deal with strangers. Fortunately, M.B. delivers. Better yet, it has free delivery service and there is no minimum charge. Location: 814 Alton Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-532-8300.

Portofino Wine Bank: Carries fine wines and liquors from across the globe. With a full line of champagne and distinctive wine selections from countries such as Spain, Argentina, Chile, France, and New Zealand, this store is the best place to visit for the perfect details of entertaining. Location: 500 South Pointe Drive, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-532-1988.

Ruben’s Liquors Delivery: Door-to-door free delivery of liquor offered at various times daily. Location: 1000 71st St., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-866-5976.

So-Be Liquors Boutique: Has a comprehensive selection of vodka, whiskey, bourbon, brandy, wine, beer and any other form of liquor that can create a buzz or bring you into another plane of existence. Free delivery services available. Location: 1609 Alton Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-674-1212.

Sunny Isles Liquor: The management of this shop prides itself in having the widest selection of alcohol choices in Sunny Isles Beach – beer, wine, vodka, cognac, etc. – and on being one of the few liquor places in S.I.B. allowed to operate on Sunday. But its real claim to fame is its delivery service. Location: 18180 Collins Ave., Sunny Isles Beach. Phone: 305-932-5782.

Volpe South Beach Liquors: Has all liquor brands and prime labels at competitive prices plus a wide selection of beer and wine. Want to win a million dollars? Volpe sells lottery tickets. Hungry? Volpe has snacks. Open till midnight. Location: 1631 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-538-0809.

 

 

MARKETS

Aventura Mall Farmers Market: Taking place in the mall’s Center Court Fountain Area on Saturday and Sunday, the several dozen vendors of this market offer natural fruits and vegetables, herbs, ornamental plants, bonsai, bread and baked goods, tropical juices, smoothies, candies, quality crafts, incense and potpourri. Plus 11 tropical flavors of jams and jellies from Miami Beach Delicious. Location: 19505 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura Mall. Phone: 305-531-0038.

B.E. Kosher Grocery Store: Cholov Yisroel dairy products, glatt kosher meat, poultry, fish and kosher wines are among the products on stock. Location: 1436 Alton Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-531-7060.

Bay Harbor Fine Food Market: Founded in 1958, this grocery has impressed the entire region with its wide selection of deli products, gourmet food items, fresh produce and hard-to-find condiments. And from Northeast Miami-Dade to Southeast Broward, Bay Harbor Fine Food will actually deliver to your doorstep. Location: 1077 95th St., Bay Harbor Islands. Phone: 305-865-0331.

Epicure Gourmet Market & Café: Want to impress your friends or a potential mate with a home-cooked meal? Then don’t settle for ordinary: Go gourmet. Epicure’s shelves are stocked with the finest prepared foods, be they sirloin steak or teriyaki sauce, potato chips or spices. Gourmet is the operative word at the deli, bakery and comfortable café. Location: 1656 Alton Road (between Lincoln Road and 17th Street), Miami Beach. Phone: 305-672-1861.

Food Giant Supermarket: The supermarket for North Bay Villagers to get produce, meat, canned goods, cleaning supplies, etc. Location: 1600 NE 79th St. Causeway, North Bay Village. Phone: 305-865-8055.

The Fresh Market: This quality food store focuses on perishables: fruit, veggies, meat, seafood, cheese and any other edibles that spoil with time (Christmas fruitcake need not apply). Of course, the operative word here is fresh, and this market delivers. Location: 18299 Biscayne Blvd, Aventura; 2640 S. Bayshore Drive, Coconut Grove. Phone: 305-466-1786 (Aventura); 305-854-7202 (Coconut Grove).

Hess Express: The convenience store to get your fast needed items, gasoline and also Blimpie Subs and Salads and Godfather’s Pizza. Location: 1508 79th St. Causeway, North Bay Village. Phone: 305-868-3747

Japanese Market: Offers many traditional and specialty foods for Japanese cooking and living and even Japanese cosmetics and ceramics and a variety of sakes. There is also a deli featuring sushi and hot platters. Location: 1412 79th St. Causeway, North Bay Village. Phone: 305-861-0143

Market Company: Owned and operated by Claire Tomlin, the Market Company operates market events at Lincoln Road, Española Way, Normandy Isle, Aventura Mall and now Downtown Miami. Location: 428 Espanola Way, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-531-0038.

Mister Pasta: Stepping into the store makes one feel as if you are entering the “old country.” Makes every kind of pasta right there in the store. Products are gourmet, with top shelf ingredients. Pasta items for sale are available at wholesale and retail. Location: 7311 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-866-8020.

Publix: The all-purpose supermarket. Besides food items, Publix is also well known as a purveyor of cleaning products, cold remedies and other must-have goods. But, around these parts, we instinctively go to Publix whenever we need to stock up on cold cuts, steaks, chickens, fruits, vegetables, beer, wine, canned goods, and anything else having to do with sustenance. Location: North Beach: 6876 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; Dade Boulevard: 1045 Dade Blvd., Miami Beach; Publix on the Bay, 1920 West Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: (North Beach) 305-865-8561; (Dade Boulevard) 305-534-4621; (Publix on the Bay) 305-535-4268.

Publix-North: A listing of where the markets are located on the mainland. Locations: 2952 Aventura Blvd., Aventura; 18330 Collins Ave., Sunny Isles Beach; 1700 NE Miami Gardens Drive, North Miami Beach. Phone: (Boulevard) 305-931-4810, (Sunny Isles) 305-931-9615, (NMB) 305-945-7119.

Wild Oats: Preservatives, MSG, meat laced with hormones or vegetation sprayed with chemicals won’t be found at this supermarket. What you will find at Wild Oats: entire sections devoted to herbal supplements, anti-oxidants, vitamins, and other holistic remedies. There is also a fresh meat and produce section and, for those who want take-out, a gourmet salad bar, fresh health pizza, and a homemade soup section. Location: 1020 Alton Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-532-1707.

 

 

MUSIC

Grooveman: A paradise for local DJs, Grooveman has everything from headphones and turntables to CD cases and all the accessories a true music “connoisseur” could ever wish for. Grooveman also carries a huge variety of vinyl. Location: 1543 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-535-6257.

Sobe Music Center: Offers World Class Conservatory Level Instruction in all Instruments, Voices and Composition. They are now accepting Private Students of all Ages and Levels for 2006 – 2007. They also offer group workshops and classes for children and adults. Location: 571 Euclid Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-674-9220.

Spec’s Music: The mega store for music addicts to get their fix of CDs for classical, dance, rock, pop and everything in between. Location: 501 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-534-3667.

Uncle Sam’s: Offers an extensive variety of new, old-time-favorites and used CD’s, DVD’s and vinyl. Used CD’s and DVD’s are priced as low as $7.95. Location: 1141 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-532-0973. 

 

 

PET STORES, SUPPLIES AND SERVICES

Amazonas Dog Spa Inc.: Using an original line of dog shampoo made from natural ingredients from the Brazilian rain forest, Amazonas offers professional grooming for dogs and cats as well as day care and boarding where each dog has its own individual house. Location: 1040 Normandy 71st St., Suite 100, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-866-9292.

Atlantis Pet Shop: Birds, dogs, cats, fish and pet supplies, too. Location: 215 71st St., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-867-5477.

Dog Bar: The Dog Bar is a store that features some of the best canine health and food products you can find in the Greater Miami Beach area. And for those who just feel the need to dress up their four-legged friend, the Dog Bar has some out-of-the-ordinary accessories that will turn heads when you walk down the street with your pet. Location: 1684 Jefferson Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-532-5654.

4 Paws Only: Features a holistic approach to pet care with a complete line of pet supplies and grooming on the premises, food, day care and accessories. Location: 742 NE 79th St., Miami. Phone: 305-756-0200.

John’s Pet Shop: “Many Miami Beach apartments don’t allow cats or dogs,” storeowner John Luna says. Therefore, he is prepared to introduce to Beach residents his wide assortment of “alternative” pets such as fish, birds, reptiles, ferrets, guinea pigs, birds, and fish. John’s Pet Store also sells bilingual books on pet care and pet supplies such as food, toys, and grooming tools. Location: 1618 Alton Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-531-6910.

Pet Supermarket: Considers itself a “superstore” to find food, toys, vitamins, beds, cages, aquariums, books and medicines for and about pets. Location: 12533 Biscayne Blvd., North Miami. Phone: 305-892-0526.

Snakes at Sunset: There are those who prefer the mammalian, fuzzy sort of pet, the feathery bird in a cage or the scaly fish in a bowl. And then there are those who like their animals scaled and of the reptilian sort. For them there’s Snakes at Sunrise, a store that specializes in reptiles of all kinds. Not exotic enough? They’ve also got arachnids and amphibians. Location: 9763 Sunset Drive, South Miami. Phone: 305-757-6253.

Sobe Dog-O-Matic: Gives its canine customers grooming, full-service bathing and flea treatments and sells an array of dog accessories. Prices range from $10 to $15 and fee includes soaps, shampoos and other equipment. Location: 933 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-403-0405.

Some Things Fishy: Specializes in fresh and saltwater fish (both exotic and coral) and custom aquarium systems. Location: 708 NE 125th St., North Miami. Phone: 305-891-0055.

Willo's Pet Shop & Grooming Parlor: Complete line of pet supplies, live birds, fish and puppies. Grooming services. Location: 962 Normandy Drive, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-867-7585.

 

 

PHARMACIES AND NUTRITION

Aly’s Communication Inc.: Sells cellular services, accessories, and devices such as un-locked tri-band cellular phones and T-Mobile, Cingular Wireless, or Sprint PCS. Location: 1560 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-538-7466.

Budget Drugs: Discount prescriptions and fast, friendly service. Location: 1824 NE Miami Gardens Drive, North Miami Beach. Phone: 305-945-1485.

CVS Pharmacy: Corporate empire known for dispensing prescription drugs, film processing, needed goods, etc. Location: 615 Fifth St.; 1421 Alton Road; 2235 Collins Ave.; 7400 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: (Fifth Street) 305-673-4149; (Alton) 305-538-1571; (2235 Collins) 305-673-9514; (7400 Collins) 305-865-8690.

CVS Pharmacy—North: Some locations in the North Miami Beach, Aventura area. Location: 2974 Aventura Blvd., Aventura;1825 NE 185th St., NMB; 16850 Collins Ave., Sunny Isles Beach; Phone: (Aventura Boulevard) 305-932-2802; (NMB) 305-931-0202; (Sunny Isles) 305-945-4712.

Lee Ann Pharmacy: Opened in 1953 by Edward Cohn, Lee Ann has all the meds you would expect to find from the corporate giants, and with competitive prices. Lee Ann will also deliver to addresses all over Miami Beach and their staff is also knowledgeable in Spanish, English and Creole. Incidentally, Lee Ann is also a market, a variety store, and is known as the place where people can pay their utility bills or wire money to far away places. Location: 955 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-531-1256.

Locatel Health & Wellness: This pharmacy offers the usual medical equipment, healthcare items and personal care products, not to mention, electronics and even a juice bar. Location: 1713 E. Hallandale Beach Blvd., Hallandale Beach. Phone: 954-454-8144.

Midtown Pharmacy: An institution in Mid-Beach for decades, Mid-Town offers an intimate, friendly atmosphere for customers that is sometimes lost with its corporate rivals. Location: 753 Arthur Godfrey Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-531-5816.

NPC Vitamin Store: Vitamins and other health supplies. Location: 631 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-535-8844.

Publix on the Bay: Not just groceries and cleaning supplies here. Publix on the Bay is home to a full-fledged pharmacy that has competitive prices, free blood pressure checks, medical expense summaries, etc. Location: 1920 West Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-535-4274.

Statscript Pharmacy: Offers old-fashioned customer service with a modern atmosphere. They specialize in chronic diseases such as HIV and Hepatitis C with a full-service pharmacy. Also has in stock a wide variety of nutritional supplements and some basic drugstore items such as sun tan lotion. Although a national chain, this location caters to its Beach clientele. Location: 1669 Meridian Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: 305-534-1980.

Treasure Island Pharmacy: A full-service retail pharmacy, Treasure Island offers free delivery and most insurance is accepted as well as Medicaid and Medicare. Location: 1630 79th St. Causeway, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-868-6144.

Walgreens: Get prescriptions filled 24 hours a day. You can also get anything that comes to mind in one convenient stop: beachwear, lotion, makeup, snacks, electronic equipment, perfume, household supplies, magazines, condoms – you can even get your pictures developed while you shop or wait for your prescribed drugs. Location: 1845 Alton Road, 100 Lincoln Road, 524 Jefferson Ave., 6700 Collins Ave., 4049 Pine Tree Drive, 7340 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Phone: (Alton) 305- 531-9922; (Lincoln) 305-532-8166; (Jefferson) 305-531-2789; (67th and Collins) 305-861-6103; (Pine Tree) 305-535-8836; (73rd and Collins) 305-864-8675.

Walgreens Aventura: Similar to the above, but in Aventura. Location: 3007 Aventura Blvd., Aventura; 18665 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura. Phone: (Aventura Boulevard) 305-936-2483; (Biscayne) 305-466-3622.

 

 

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

3 J’s Cleaning Service: Let them do the dirty work! 3J’s Cleaning is a family-owned company, and staffed by local professional/educated bilingual cleaners, you won’t find anyone more dedicated to your satisfaction than they are. Phone: 786-356-9838.

All Dade Bail Bonds: For when you don’t have the ability to shop around. All Dade Bail Bonds offers 24-Hour bail bonds for nationwide federal and state offenses. Location: 1626 Alton Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-538-1124.

The Alten Group: A marketing-focused graphic design firm that specializes in creative services for print and digital media. Location: 10 NW Le Jeune Road, Suite 310, Miami. Phone: 305-893-8858.

The Apple Organization: In business for more than 25 years, the Apple Organization is comprised of talented account managers, media relations specialists and creative copywriters under the direction of agency CEO Phyllis Apple and president Angel Langston, who capitalize on their long-standing local, national and international press contacts to secure major media coverage. For details log on to www.appleorg.com. Location: 17840 W. Dixie Highway, North Miami Beach. Phone: 305-937-1581.

Arbona: Notary public, income tax return service, payment center, office supplies. Location: 1300 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-534-2006.

Art Deco Welcome Center: This is the best place to get walking tours of Miami Beach, especially of the Historic Art Deco architecture. The Center also has a nice little gift shop in which they sell Art Deco posters, books about Miami Beach, souvenirs, antiques and more. Location: 1001 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach. Phone: 305-531-3484.

Atlantic Broadband: Not just the provider of cable services in the Greater Miami Beach area, Atlantic Broadband also installs high speed Internet and digital cable. Location: 1681 Kennedy Causeway, North Bay Village. Phone: 305-861-1564

Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center: Located in the heart of Aventura it was founded in 1976 as a model synagogue to serve Aventura, Turnberry, and surrounding areas, a fast growing Jewish community in need of a new synagogue and Jewish center. Offers a variety of groups and programs including our Adult Education and Lecture Series, a Cultural Series, a Performing Arts Committee which nourishes the bonds of Jewish tradition through monthly family services, family Shabbat dinners and holiday programs. Location: 20400 NE 30th Ave., Aventura. Phone: 305-935-0666.

Azure Realty Group: Adrienne Klein and her team listens to and is focused to your individual needs and keeps them on her priority list through out the entire real estate process. For more details log on to www.AzureRealtyGroup.com. Location: 740 NE 79th Street, Miami. Phone: 305-756-7674. Web site:.

Blue Daisy Media: Developers interested in getting exposure for their projects will want to give this firm a call. Blue Daisy Media specializes in finding media outlets that best suit their clients’ needs. Targeting a specific demographic for your luxury condo? Blue Daisy can find the publications that will maximize your exposure. Location: 2906 South Douglas Road, Coral Gables. Phone: 305-442-4229.

The Cakov Group Language Solutions, Inc.: The group is fully dedicated to delivering top-quality expert translations, interpretations, language instruction, and transcription services to corporate clients and professionals. They know today’s global marketplace offers more choices than ever. Their network of expert consultants has met the exacting requirements of our clients throughout the United States, Latin America, Europe, Canada, and the Middle East. Location: 1801 SW 3rd Avenue, Suite 400-B, Miami. Phone: 305-854-8181.

Carson Realty Group (CRG): Dedicated to providing personalized real estate services to buyers and sellers. CRG has a team of more than 170 seasoned specialists and established professionals divided in five divisions in five locations throughout Florida. Services include residential, commercial, re-sale properties, new developments (condos and apartments), condo conversions, single family homes and luxury residencies, plus all types of commercial properties and resort properties around the globe. CRG’s expertise serves buyers and sellers from beyond its home base in Miami, to New York City and international locations. Location: (Miami Beach Headquarters) 1626 Jefferson Avenue, Miami Beach, (Miami Office Headquarters) 2010 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami. Phone: (Miami Beach) 305-531-9277, (Miami) 305-576-5776. (Toll free) 1-888-576-5776. Web site: www.getcarson.com. Central Cab: Motto: “No one knows the Beaches like Central.” Not a bold claim considering that Central Cab has operated in Greater Miami Beach since 1945. Phone: 305-532-5555.

Commercial Bank of Florida: A general commercial bank with 14 branches in Miami-Dade County and Broward. Location: 1550 SW 57th Avenue, Miami. Phone: 305-267-1200.