‘Can I Get a Moment of Silence for Swensen’s?’

Earlier this month, amongst a seemingly constant stream of international or chain restaurants opening their locations in Miami, Food & Drink Editor Nicole Lopez-Alvar found herself wondering what happened to the places that raised Miami locals. So she put in the time, energy, and research and compiled a list of 40.

Once the story hit Instagram, our readers had a lot to say.

“Great read and definitely a great message, Nicole: to go out and support our small local business that’s been giving us the great heart and service throughout our lives here in Miami! I love all the places you named! @davidarbetter, hope you saw this post!”…

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