MILA, the vibrant dining destination by Riviera Dining Group, has officially opened its door to its very exclusive second floor during the globally popular Miami Art Week. MILA’s multi-sensory space dedicated to members now includes MM Club, MILA Omakase and MILA Lounge. The new venues kicked-off their grand opening with a variety of events and programming attended by celebrities like Jared Leto, J Balvin, Megan Fox, Machine Gun Kelly and Tyson Beckford.
“We are thrilled to have officially opened our second-floor venues as we head into the holidays and South Florida’s busy season. This time of year brings people from all over the world to the area and we are honored to have kicked off the opening of our new venues during this time,” says Gregory Galy, CEO and Founder of Riviera Dining Group.
“The new venues allow us to bring unique experiences to our guests and members, immersing the senses. Combining art, design, culinary, mixology and music into a space for expression and togetherness,” says Marine Galy, CBO of the hospitality group.
Throughout Miami Art Week, MILA Lounge welcomed MM Members and special guests to an array of exclusive events including Basic Magazine launch party which revealed its most recent cover featuring Hannah Stocking. Stocking was in attendance in addition to other influential celebs like Lele Pons, Leslie Shaw, Young Paris…. all enjoying an exclusive performance by Quincy Brown.
The numerous events hosted that week also included music by Guy Gerber, meet & greets with famed artist, Richard Orlinsky in collaboration with Les Galeries Bartoux, a COYA Music takeover with Erik Hagleton and Stephane Karl, a H.wood Group collaboration, and performances by Tito Koba and Dorian Craft.
On the closing night, MILA Lounge hosted artist Jan Blomqvist for an intimate concert for MM Members.
MILA Omakase, which hosted celebrity guests such as Kamal Hotchandani, Food God, and Luis Fonsi on its first week of operation, allows guests to embark on an unexpected culinary journey inspired by the 52 Japanese micro-seasons. Time stops as guests enter the enclosed room where the dramatic omakase countertop and 10 seats are revealed. The omakase experience has about 15 courses with additional wine and sake pairing options. Guests can enjoy a front-row seat as Executive Chef Reiji Yoshizawa creates innovative dishes using the finest ingredients and artful creativity, all under the direction of Riviera Dining Group’s Head of Culinary, Chef Michaël Michaelidis. MILA Omakase is open every Wednesday through Sunday with two seatings per night (6:30 p.m. or 9:30 p.m.)
The ultra-luxe, MM Club, provides its Members with a unique and exclusive cozy destination. Its dark and warm space provides a glamorous twist to the conventional speakeasy for guests who desire a refined culinary journey curated by Michelin Star Chef Mike Collantes, while sipping on expertly crafted cocktails in a vibey atmosphere.
MILA’s various elevated experiences successfully kicked off the Miami high season, and now looks forward to continuing serving the local clientele while welcoming all visitors in the next few weeks. MILA is offering Christmas Specials on December 24 and 25 and will host a Disco Jungle party for NYE, both at the restaurant and at MILA Lounge.
