Photo Credit: Felipe Cuevas
Craig Robins is the ultimate innovator—he’s a real estate developer, entrepreneur and creative. With a deep passion for both art and design, he’s credited with birthing the remarkable Miami Design District, housing bespoke boutiques of the most famous fashion, timepiece and design houses in the world including , Dior, FENDI, Harry Winston, Van Cleef & Arpels, Gucci, Rolex, Prada, Hublot and so many more. The President and CEO of Dacra is a longtime lover and believer of the city of Miami and rightfully knows every in and out of our beloved city. Here, we catch up with the visionary to get the scoop on his haute secrets—including his favorite places to eat, shop, relax and hang out in the Magic City:
Where were you born: Miami Beach, Florida
How long in Miami: My entire life.
Neighborhood: Miami
Occupation: President and CEO of Dacra
Favorite restaurant: Mandolin
Best sushi: Kaido
Best Italian: MC Kitchen
Best new restaurant: Swan
Best hidden gem: Aubi & Ramsa in Jade Alley
Best healthy eating spot: St. Roch Market
Best vegan/vegan-friendly restaurant: OTL
Best late-night dining restaurant: Ghee
Best fine dining restaurant: The Surf Club by Thomas Keller
Best waterfront dining (for Miami): Amara at Paraiso
Best dessert: Dairy-free coconut ice cream with fresh berries from MadLab Creamery
Best cocktails: Kaido
Best happy hour: 6 a.m.
Best wine list: The Forge
Best place for a romantic date: My dock
Best nightclub: Bar Bevy
Best Sunday brunch: Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink
Best place for a power business meeting: ICA
Best rooftop (pool/restaurant): 1 Hotel
Best hotel for out of town guests: Faena Hotel
Favorite shopping venue/boutique: Miami Design District—Gucci, Rick Owens, Dior, Louis Vuitton
Favorite place to buy jewelry/watches: Palm Court Plaza at MDD
Best spa: Recovery at DBC Fitness
Favorite charity event: Best Buddies
Favorite cultural event: Watches & Wonders at MDD, Design/ Miami & Art Basel
Favorite cultural institution: ICA
Best pizza: Harry’s Pizzeria
Best lunch: MC Kitchen, Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink, Swan & Mandolin
Best gym/athletic facility: DBC Fitness
Best massage: Jackie
Best museum/exhibit: PAMM
Best weekend getaway/staycation: My house
Describe your city in three words: Urban, tropical, paradise
Favorite historic/legendary place to see or explore: Stiltsville from the tip of Key Biscayne
All-around favorite spot in Miami: Miami Design District
Best aspect of MIAMI: Where the mangroves meet architecture!
Photo Credit: Felipe Cuevas
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February 12, 2019A Haute Valentine's Day In The City That Never Sleeps
