"John Critchley draws on this backyard abundance as he becomes Miami's most exciting new chef. He has a command of every species, knowing when to treat a fish with a skillful preparation — and when to leave it alone, adding only a gloss of olive oil and a little chile."
"The lounge atop the 16th floor of this downtown hotel overlooks Biscayne Bay. The 10 cabanas fill up fast on weekends, so grab a wicker chair and relax next to one of the two infinity pools. Specialty: The fresh-raspberry Collins, ordered from the poolside menu."
High Roller- Bespoke Cigars and Scotch on the 16th Floor
4-27-2009
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Urban Daddy
"Perched on the 16th floor of the Epic Hotel, on a spacious stretch of sun terrace outside seafood palace Area 31, this is where you'll want to go with friends to bid adieu to your day's troubles with a meticulously hand-rolled cigar..."
"Finding great fish to cook in Miami is a lot trickier than you would think. On the 16th floor of the sexy new Epic Hotel, chef John Critchley is showing how it's done, taking fin fare to a new level." - By Victoria Pesce Elliott
Cast Your Line with Downtown Miami's Area 31
2-1-2009
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Miami New Times
"The next time you seek a great seafood dinner, there’s no need to go fishing about for options. Cast your line with Area 31 and you’re sure to catch something to brag about." – Lee Klein