Riviera Dining Group (RDG), the acclaimed hospitality force behind Miami’s most exclusive dining experiences, is set to unveil HONŌ, a sophisticated new Japanese steakhouse, lounge, and rooftop venue. Slated to open later this year, HONŌ will be a signature addition to the ultra-luxury E11EVEN® Club Hotel & Residences Miami, promising a refined blend of culinary excellence and vibrant nightlife.
Key Takeaways
- New Culinary Concept: HONŌ will introduce a modern Japanese steakhouse experience with a focus on fire-driven cuisine.
- Prime Location: The venue will be situated within the E11EVEN® Club Hotel & Residences Miami, a prominent development in Downtown Miami’s Park West district.
- Multi-Level Experience: HONŌ will feature a restaurant and lounge on the second floor and a dynamic rooftop bar with panoramic city views.
- RDG’s Expansion: This opening marks a significant step in Riviera Dining Group’s strategic growth and commitment to immersive hospitality.
A New Culinary Destination
Gregory Galy, Founder and CEO of Riviera Dining Group, expressed his excitement about HONŌ, stating, "With HONŌ, we are introducing a new concept that reflects the continued evolution of Riviera Dining Group and our vision for experiential hospitality." The group aims to create destinations where dining, design, music, and atmosphere converge seamlessly.
HONŌ is designed to offer a multi-faceted experience across three distinct spaces. The second floor will house the main restaurant and lounge, featuring a menu centered around premium meats prepared over an open flame, all within a music-driven ambiance. Ascending to the rooftop will reveal an open-air setting offering breathtaking panoramic views stretching from South Beach to Brickell and Coral Gables.
Strategic Partnership and Vision
Ryan Shear, Managing Partner at PMG, highlighted the synergy between the developers and RDG. "When we partnered with Riviera Dining Group a few years ago, we knew they were capable of not just delivering outstanding culinary concepts, but really tailoring each venue to deliver something new while still emphasizing the best of its neighborhood," Shear commented. He added that HONŌ embodies this commitment, promising world-class vibrancy for residents of E11EVEN® Club Hotel & Residences.
Michael Simkins, Co-Founder of E11EVEN Partners, emphasized the alignment with the Park West neighborhood’s vision. "As Miami’s premier entertainment district, Park West has consistently pushed forward with a premium, experience-driven vision, seeking out elite dining and nightlife opportunities to extend to its residents," Simkins stated. He anticipates HONŌ will contribute significantly to the area’s dynamic energy.
E11EVEN® Club Hotel & Residences Miami
The E11EVEN® Club Hotel & Residences Miami, developed by PMG and E11EVEN Partners, is a resort-style, entertainment-driven destination designed by Sieger Suarez Architects with interiors by AvroKO. The development boasts amenities such as a world-class spa, a casino-style sports lounge, a med spa, a rooftop lounge, and an E11EVEN day club and pool on the 11th floor. Residential closings for the first tower have already commenced, with the second tower, E11EVEN® Club Residences Beyond, nearing completion.