Hand painted motifs of dainty fruits and flowers grace the walls and rich, natural woods complete the picture. "We like to think of 'Cuisine of the Sun' as an eclectic fusion of different nations and their natural bounties. The availability of real tropical spices and herbs enables us to recreate a 'true taste' of the islands, yet allows us the freedom to recreate these dishes to incorporate the public's growing concern for eating healthier, lighter foods."
ORTANIQUE on the Mile is open for lunch, Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Dinner daily; Monday & Tuesday from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Sunday from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. featuring live jazz. ORTANIQUE is located at 278 Miracle Mile (next to the Miracle Theater/Actor’s Playhouse) in Coral Gables, Florida. Reservations highly recommended – call 305-446-7710. Visit us for Happy Hour 5 p.m. daily
Diners are treated to a wide range of menu choices, from appetizers including Ceviches, Curried Crab Cakes and Jerk Foie Gras to soups such as Pumpkin Bisque and wonderful island salads featuring Tropical Mango Salad and Spicy Fried Calamari Salad.
Main courses include such delicacies as Caribbean Bouillabaisse, Pan Sautéed Bahamian Black Grouper with ORTANIQUE Orange Liqueur Sauce and a Jerk Double Pork Chop with Rum Guava Sauce. “Best Mojito”, Miami Herald’s Hot List, 2006.