by The Editors | August 25, 2016

Bird’s Eye View: Where to Wander in Wynwood Arts District

Absorb the artsy charge electrifying this area, an inside-out art gallery of sorts, with a maze of painted buildings, open-air cafés, shops and an eclectic mix of locals and savvy sojourners.

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Illustration by Stephen Lomazzo
Illustration by Stephen Lomazzo
  1. Alejandra Von Hartz Gallery Geometric abstraction and Latin American works are the highlights of this contemporary art gallery. 2630 NW 2nd Ave.
  2. Wynwood Letterpress Pick up paper goods and gifts here—including several imprinted with our favorite bird! 2621 NW 2nd Ave.
  3. Plant the Future Fusing a greenhouse and a gallery, this eco-wonderland sells terrariums, vertical gardens and sleek home designs. 2511 NW 2nd Ave.
  4. Frangipani Olive-wood bowls, beaded animal sculptures and other fanciful goods line the shelves of this stylish store. 2516 NW 2nd Ave.
  5. Wynwood Walls Murals by internationally renowned artists such as Kenny Scharf and Shepard Fairey decorate several blocks of this neighborhood. 2520 NW 2nd Ave.
  6. Wynwood Kitchen & Bar This Latin-mode eatery turns out small plates and creative cocktails. Try the Tony G (bourbon, house-made spiced lemonade, Drambuie and a rosemary garnish), a tribute to the developer behind Wynwood Walls, Tony Goldman. 2550 NW 2nd Ave.
  7. Zak The Baker Zak Stern traveled through Europe to learn the art of natural leavening. South Florida restaurants clamor for his loaves and pastries. 405 NW 26th St.
  8. Panther Coffee This artisanal shop roasts small-farm beans onsite and serves desserts, small bites, wine and beer, along with occasional live music. 2390 NW 2nd Ave.
  9. Coyo Taco “Fresh” fanatics flock to this Mexican place, which serves guacamole smashed to order, tortillas baked onsite and margaritas made from scratch. 2300 NW 2nd Ave.
  10. Hausammann Gallery Italian siblings and their mother curate this collection of urban and graffiti art. 251 NW 23rd St.
  11. Rubell Family Collection An impressive array of contemporary art, along with the Contemporary Arts Foundation, is housed in a 45,000-square-foot repurposed DEA confiscated-goods facility. 95 NW 29th St.
  12. Fireman Derek’s World-Famous Pies This neighborhood favorite offers house-made cakes, pies, cookies, croissants, savory quiches, pizzas and empanadas. 2818 N. Miami Ave.
  13. Beaker & Gray A former ice factory now serves as a hot spot for globally inspired dishes and inventive cocktails. 2637 N. Miami Ave.
  14. Made in Italy Gourmet A huge wine library distinguishes this eatery and market. 10 NE 27th St.
  15. Gary Nader Art Centre The 55,000-square-foot gallery exhibits works by famous artists, such as Abu Naba’a, Monet and Picasso, and features a bonus sculpture garden. 62 NE 27th St.