Regina's Grocery (South Beach)

Regina's Grocery is a Brooklyn style deli and sandwich shop that started in the Lower East Side of Manhattan.  They brought their talents to South Beach in the summer of 2019 inside the lobby of the Urbanica Hotel.  They have survived the pandemic and I highly recommend any Italian sandwich loved to pay them a visit.  Easily one of the best NY style heroes in town.  

Pictured is the fantastic Uncle Jimmy - prosciutto, hot soppressata, smoked ham, fresh mozzarella, roasted reds, arugula, Regina's hot pepper spread, EVOO and balsamic on a Sullivan Street stirato bread.

They are open from 8am to 6pm. 

418 Meridian Ave.

305 321 3390

Best Sandwiches Miami/South Florida

I've really enjoyed a few great sandwiches recently so I was inspired to update My Best Sandwich List.  As usual, I've included some standouts from Palm Beach but do not get up there often so I'm sure I'm missing some of your favorites (V&S Italian Deli remains at the top my to-do list).

If you missed my last list which I posted back in November, you can check that out HERE.

Unfortunately, I'm saddened to report the demise of two great spots for sandwiches Genco and Kings County Pizza.  Additionally, Chef Alex Chang is no longer affiliated with the Vagabond so three of my favorites from the last post are off the list too.

I received a few emails after I posted my last list asking why I did not have a Cuban sandwich on my list.  The answer is simple. I don't find them very exciting or good.  Most spots use pedestrian ham and cheese and I'm not a huge fan of the pressed bread thing.  That being said, there is an exception when a great chef elevates the Cuban a la Chef Jeremiah's version at Sub Atomic (closed) and Jamie DeRosa's at Tudor House/Tongue & Cheek (both also closed). But I'm open minded and willing to try more.

** This list does not include some previously listed sandwiches that are staples around town.

Big Ragout - Blue Collar
Corben - Blue Collar
Pastrami - Michael's Genuine and Josh's Deli
Chicken Liver Crostini (almost a sandwich) - Michael's Genuine
McBelly - Pubbelly
Steak Tartare Sliders - Pubbelly/PB Station.
Sausage, Peppers & Onions - Macaluso's Market
Meatball Hero - Macaluso's Market
Lil Oyster Sandwiches - The Dutch
Canadian Classic  - Milos
Octopus Burrito - My Ceviche
Tuna Salad  - Epicure Market
Shrimp Po-Boy - Rumcake Factory (food truck)
Crispy Duck - Sakaya Kitchen
Seared Tuna with kimchi aioli - Crumb on Parchment
Pate - Le Sandwicherie
Salami Provolone with all toppings - Le Sandwicherie
Pork Buns - Sakaya Kitchen
ET Bagel with Nova/Lox - Sage Bagel & Deli
Grilled Mahi - Garcia's
Pan con Minuta  - La Camaronera


Onward, here are some recent great finds followed by my prior recommendations minus the aforementioned closings.  It should be noted that I still need to try the Philly Cheeseteak at Philly Grub (Little Haiti).

First up is one I tried today for lunch courtesy of Chef Aaron Brook's talented right hand man Chef Jose Gamez at Edge Steak & Bar. This is currently featured on the $24.00 three course lunch menu (you can order it solo too) but if you show it some love maybe it will stick around.

Smoked Trout Reuben - European Bakery Rustic Pumpernickel, Celery, Apple, Swiss Cheese, Thousand Lake Dressing.

Photo via Shake Shack

This looked so good that I devoured it before I could even consider taking a shot so I had to use their picture. Surprise, surprise another winner from Shake Shack.

Chick'n Shack - crispy chicken breast with lettuce, pickles, buttermilk herb mayo.

Pho Mi 2Go is a tiny new spot in North Miami Beach that serves a fantastic banh mi sandwich. Pictured above is the Pate and BBQ Pork for $4.95.

Coyo Taco recently opened their second location in the Brickell area.  This one features five torta options in addition to their popular tacos.  I've enjoyed a couple of their tortas thus far. Pictured above is the Milanesa with fresh baked bolillo roll, black beans, queso oaxaca, avocado,pico de gallo, chipotle aioli, pickled jalapeño.

Spring Chicken recently opened their second location on US1 in Fort Lauderdale with more in the works.

Mama's Chicken Biscuit - Award-Winning Crispy Chicken Thigh, House Pepper Jelly, House Pickles.

Corned Beef on a Portuguese Muffin via Proper Sausages (Miami Shores) 




The BBQ Tongue Sandwich - grass fed beef tongue, Proper bbq sauce, iceberg slaw on a Portuguese muffin via Proper Sausages





The Romagna with peppers & onions. Berkshire Pork, fresh rosemary, fresh garlic, lemon zest & black pepper. via Proper Sausages

 



Banh Mi - pork pate, chicken liver, pickled vegetables, spicy aioli via Buccan Sandwich Shop. (Palm Beach)


 


Pork Loin, broccoli rabe, provolone via Buccan Sandwich Shop. 

Maine Lobster Roll - brioche, mayo, celery via Buccan Sandwich Shop.




Izzy's Whole Maine Lobster Roll -  warm with lobster butter via Izzy's Fish & Oyster.  (South Beach)





Lobster Roll - Mignonette (Miami)

Oyster Loaf - Mignonette (Miami)

Pastrami on Rye via Zinger's Deli. (Boca)




Crispy chicken Sammich - thigh, buttermilk, pickles via gastroPod (Wynwood)

Falafel via Falafel Benny  (Hallandale Beach)

 





Dac Biet Banh Mi - Pate, bbq pork, pork roll, headcheese via 545 Degrees Banh Mi Cafe (Davie) 

Burrata Panini - Housemade burrata with prosciutto, roasted peppers and pesto via Mimmo's Mozzarella (North Miami)

Pulled Pork via Blue Willy's (Pompano Beach)

Shawarma Chicken with garlic sauce and pickels via Noor Bakery
(Dania Beach) also pictured Za'atar and Akawi.

OK not a sandwich but close.  Arepa Parrillera with chorizo, carne y queso blanco via Avila Bistro (Aventura)







Technically not a sandwich but close enough and a must get. Curried Conch Roti via LC Roti Shop (Miami Gardens)

Not New but post worthy again. Cheeseteak via Sonny's Famous Steak Hogies  (Hollywood)

Another classic but post worthy again La Spada Hoagies  (Broward) 

 


One more classic one for you.  French Dip au Jus with great thin sliced prime rib via  Houston's (Multiple locations)

Best Sandwiches Miami/South Florida (New)

I'm a huge sandwich fan. Growing up in New York I had my fair share of great sandwiches from Italian and Jewish Delis. Pastrami on rye, corned beef, brisket, Italian combo, meatball, eggplant and chicken parm to name a few.  College in New Orleans exposed me to 4 great years of killer po-boys. 

Miami has been a different story.  Italian or Jewish delis are scarce and  hero/sub shops are almost non existent. But there are some exceptions and there are some great sandwiches out there.  I've covered a lot of my favorites in THIS PRIOR POST.

This is an updated list with some new finds in the tri-county area over the past few months.  All are highly recommended.  

In no particular order are some must get sandwiches plus two classics.

Tsukune Sandwich (Japanese Meatballs) tare, nori, scallion, pickled cucumber via Vagabond Restaurant & Bar (UES Miami)







Pork tonkatsu sandwich, yuzu kosho sauerkraut, spicy mustard at Vagabond Restaurant & Bar (UES Miami)


 



Cured ocean trout Smørrebrød, rye bread, cucumber, dill, poppy seed at Vagabond Restaurant & Bar. (UES Miami)

Corned Beef on a Portuguese Muffin via Proper Sausages (Miami Shores)




The BBQ Tongue Sandwich - grass fed beef tongue, Proper bbq sauce, iceberg slaw on a Portuguese muffin via Proper Sausages





The Romagna with peppers & onions. Berkshire Pork, fresh rosemary, fresh garlic, lemon zest & black pepper. via Proper Sausages

 



Banh Mi - pork pate, chicken liver, pickled vegetables, spicy aioli via Buccan Sandwich Shop. (Palm Beach)


 


Pork Loin, broccoli rabe, provolone via Buccan Sandwich Shop.

Maine Lobster Roll - brioche, mayo, celery via Buccan Sandwich Shop.




Izzy's Whole Maine Lobster Roll -  warm with lobster butter via Izzy's Fish & Oyster.  (South Beach)





Lobster Roll - Mignonette (Miami)





Oyster Loaf - Mignonette (Miami)

Clemenza - breaded chicken cutlet broccoli rabe, sharp provolone via Genco Sandwiches. (Lauderdale by the Sea)
 

Michael - ham, capicola, genoa salami, sharp provolone  via Genco Sandwiches.


 



Fredo - beef, pork and veal meatballs with pecorino romano
via Genco Sandwiches. 


 



Sollozzo - breaded chicken cutlet, sautéed spinach with garlic, sharp provolone and roasted red peppers via Genco Sandwiches.

Pastrami on Rye via Zinger's Deli. (Boca)




Crispy chicken sammich - thigh, buttermilk, pickles via gastroPod (Wynwood)

Fresh Falafel via Falafel Benny  (Hallandale Beach)

 





Dac Biet Banh Mi- Pate, bbq pork, pork roll, headcheese via 545 Degrees Banh Mi Cafe (Davie)

Burrata Panini - Housemade burrata with prosciutto, roasted peppers and pesto via Mimmo's Mozzarella (North Miami)


 

Soft Shell Crab po-boy on a house made bun, dressed via The Grill at Bal Harbour


 

Pulled Pork via Blue Willy's (Pompano Beach)






Porchetta, broccoli rabe pesto, sunny side up egg via Corsair  (Aventura)

Shawarma Chicken with garlic sauce and pickels via Noor Bakery
(Dania Beach) also pictured Za'atar and Akawi.

Chicharon - Pork belly, pickled onions, sweet potato, roseta roll   via J28 Sandwich Bar (Hollywood)

OK not a sandwich but close.  Arepa Parrillera with chorizo, carne y queso blanco via Avila Bistro (Aventura)

NO PICTURE -  Chicken Parm you taste so good (Peyton Manning voice) Kings County Pizza (Aventura)






Technically not a sandwich but close enough and a must get. Curried Conch Roti via LC Roti Shop (Miami Gardens)

Not New but post worthy again. Cheeseteak via Sonny's Famous Steak Hogies  (Hollywood)

Another classic but post worthy again La Spada Hoagies  (Broward) 

 


One more classic one for you.  French Dip au Jus with great thin sliced prime rib via  Houston's (Multiple locations)

 


An out of town winner for you. People of NYC you want this one. 
Super Heebster - whitefish & baked salmon salad, wasabi infused fish roe, horseradish dill cream cheese, bagel toast via Russ & Daughters Cafe (NYC)







Truffle Sandwich (Saint Tropez)

GOOD NIGHT