<strong><a href="http://delacruzcollection.org/restaurant_blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/The-Federal-Food-Drink-Provisions1.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-723" title="The Federal Food, Drink &amp; Provisions" src="http://delacruzcollection.org/restaurant_blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/The-Federal-Food-Drink-Provisions1-300x189.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="189" /></a>5132 Biscayne Blvd
(305) 758-9559
thefederalmiami.com</strong>

A trio of Miamians, co-owners Cesar Zapata, Aniece Meinhold, and Alejandro Ortiz, who have already experienced success with a pop-up restaurant, Phuc Yeal, and Acme Bakery in Midtown, have set up shop in a small strip shopping center on Biscayne and 51st as the Federal Food Drink &amp; Provisions.

This is definitely a neighborhood-meeting place with a relentlessly rustic and funky decor. The mood here is indisputably jeans-casual and retro. Following the trend of modern day gastropubs, the menu is divided into sections by size and sharing is encouraged. The featured jumbo lump crab cake, 3 ounces of crab served with shaved fennel, citrus and spicy remoulade is outstanding. Memorable dishes include the jar-o-duck and the juicy lamb burger with chow chow relish, pretzel bun and goat cheese.  On one occasion, the glazed double-cut pork chop had remained in the oven far too long and was returned to the kitchen. Meat is often served unconventionally. The Wellington, made from short rib not prime beef, comes simmered with bacon, mushrooms, and pearl onions beneath a potpie crust.

Thirteen all American  "Brewskis" and wines from around the world contribute to the convivial atmosphere.  Wait staff is pleasant and accommodating.  Restaurant is closed on Mondays and does not serve lunch.

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<strong>Tuesday - Thursday: 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm
</strong><strong>Friday - Saturday: 6:00 pm -11:00 pm
</strong><strong>Sunday: 11:30 am -10:00 pm</strong>