The Design District in Miami offers an elegant setting where visitors can spend their day exploring upscale stores and enjoying a selection of fine dining options. Stores such as Tiffany & Company, Gucci, Birkenstock, and more tempt visitors to indulge in luxury shopping experiences. In addition to all this, visitors can enjoy a unique and luxurious dining experience at a special restaurant located inside the Design District’s Moore Building. The prospect of such an experience is sure to pique your curiosity and excitement as you plan your visit to the area. This exceptional restaurant, Elastika, offers creatively delicious dishes that perfectly complement the luxurious environment.
The restaurant’s interior is awe-inspiring, resembling an elegant museum with stunning architecture and intricate art adorning the walls. The chairs, adorned in green and orange fall colors, provide a relaxing setting for diners. Elastika features an impressive sculpture representing the dining establishment, setting the stage for the artful experience to follow. The collection of contemporary art curated by Miami-based art advisor Monica Kalpakian includes notable pieces such as Rob Pruitt’s US(detail), 2013, on loan from the collection of the late art collector and cultural leader Rosa de la Cruz.
When it comes to the cuisine, Executive Chef Joe Anthony takes the art of food seriously in his culinary creations. Chef Joe Anthony, a Florida native who honed his skills in New York, has returned home, bringing his advanced expertise to Elastika. It’s evident that he has put his heart and soul into crafting both the food and the overall dining experience.
Chef Joe Anthony’s culinary talent shines through in his globally eclectic dishes, such as the Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho with pickled tomatillos, avocado, and fennel pollen focaccia; the Citrus Cured Kingfish Crudo with fermented farro, local kohlrabi, and cucumber “aguachile;” Grass-Fed Bison Tartare with escabeche aioli, umami crumble, and house-made country loaf; Eggplant and Sheep’s Milk Ravioli Serviettes with spring fricassee, local mushrooms, and pine nut froth; Grilled Heritage Pork “Ribeye” with tiny farm’s turnips, grilled broccoli rabe, and red verjus-cardamom sauce; and the Miso Marinated Beef Tenderloin with Castle Valley Mill’s farro, local herb coulis, and carrot “hot sauce.”
When it comes to cocktails and wines, the selection at Elastika is truly impressive. During our visit, the server was enthusiastic about offering pairing suggestions for each dish. The options included classic cocktails with unique twists, like an Old-Fashioned and a Mezcal-based cocktail. The wine list is extensive and includes special offerings, so we highly recommend engaging with the knowledgeable staff to receive expert guidance on pairings.
During your time at the restaurant, you’ll immediately notice that the dishes are prepared with great care and using only the freshest ingredients. Chef Joe Anthony collaborates with local farms such as Tiny Farms and Fresh Farms to ensure that visitors enjoy a delightful culinary experience. He maintains close relationships with farmers to source the finest ingredients for his dishes.
While dining in such a beautiful setting is truly remarkable, it is equally important that the dishes themselves exude their own unique beauty and elegance. At Elastika, the presentation of the food is akin to attending a theater performance, where the music and acting perfectly complement each act. This is why Elastika is a must-visit for those in search of a dining experience filled with sophistication and refinement.
For more information and to inquire about reservations, visit https://www.elastikamiami.com.
