Savoring Fire and Flavor: Mayfair Grill Heats Up Miami Spice 2025

Source: Mayfair Grill

Reported By: Caroline Dalal

As Miami Spice 2025 sparks another season of epicurean exploration, one of the city’s most anticipated debuts comes straight from the heart of Coconut Grove. Mayfair Grill, the signature dining concept at the Mayfair House Hotel & Garden, joins the lineup for the first time with a three-course dinner menu ($60) that’s equal parts fire and finesse—crafted by none other than celebrated chef Giorgio Rapicavoli.

This isn’t just another prix-fixe menu. Available Wednesdays through Sundays from August 1 to September 30, the experience is rooted in Rapicavoli’s signature fire-focused cuisine—melding smoky, wood-grilled flavors with elegant plating and globally influenced pairings. Known for redefining Miami’s dining identity with projects like Eating House and Luca Osteria, the Miami-born chef draws on his Argentine and Italian heritage to bring something distinct to the table.

Diners can begin with starters like the Heart of Palm Ceviche, a refreshing combination of pineapple, jalapeño, and lime that cuts through the late-summer heat, or the Crying Tiger Shrimp, a bright and herbaceous plate layered with cucumber, scallions, and fish sauce. For something richer, the Grilled Applewood Bacon—finished with fire-roasted dates and chimichurri—is a smoky standout.

The entrée selection further cements Mayfair Grill’s fire-forward ethos. The “Garlic Knot” Gnocchi, a comforting dish swirled in roasted garlic-herb cream and Parmigiano Reggiano, balances indulgence with texture thanks to toasted breadcrumbs. Those seeking a taste of the sea can opt for the Wood-Grilled Local Fish, paired with Calabrian chili-lemon butter and fennel. Meanwhile, the Slow Cooked & Grilled Short Ribs, served alongside crispy yuca and anticucho sauce, offer deep, slow-braised flavor with a contemporary twist.

For dessert, diners choose between a trio of thoughtful finales: a whipped Dark Chocolate Mousse with chantilly cream, a rotating Key Lime creation featuring local farm citrus, or the Mascarpone Panna Cotta, elevated by red wine-poached figs, hazelnut crumble, and vanilla bean.

An optional $45 wine pairing rounds out the meal, adding another layer to an already transportive dining experience.

At the helm of Mayfair Grill is Giorgio Rapicavoli, a James Beard semifinalist and Food Network’s Chopped champion whose trajectory has shaped the city’s evolving food narrative. His thoughtful sourcing and fire-based techniques reflect a deeper philosophy: food as both heritage and innovation. That ethos permeates this Miami Spice menu—where seasonal ingredients, local sourcing, and cultural storytelling collide.

The Mayfair House Hotel & Garden, where Mayfair Grill resides, reopened in 2022 following a top-to-bottom transformation by acclaimed New York-based design firm Goodrich. With 179 redesigned guest rooms and two dining concepts—Mayfair Grill and the rooftop Calypso bar Sipsip—the hotel has earned accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, and Michelin Guide alike.

Located at 3000 Florida Avenue in Miami’s Coconut Grove, the hotel channels the neighborhood’s artistic past while offering modern, curated luxury across its rooms, public spaces, and dining outlets.