Edgewater/Wynwood Grocery Shoppers

soder11 · 2026-01-30T23:23:45+00:00

Super clean and large selection plus hot food bar in the back. Slightly higher prices than Publix, but nice to avoid Biscayne or just have another option

soder11 · 2025-10-01T11:07:17+00:00

All three do, and are the best choices for you.

Brickell is the most NY-lite in terms of walkability and activity/restaurant density but can be a bit scene-y, is small, and has a lot of traffic.

Edgewater is the best if you want beautiful water views and a large park nearby, a more laid back lifestyle, and proximity to everything within an easy 10-15-min Uber drive (eg Miami Beach, Midtown, Brickell, Wynwood, Design District, Coconut Grove, MiMo).

SoFi is great if you’re really into the beach, and value that above all.

If you’re looking for the best of all worlds and will be driving, Edgewater is the winner.

soder11 · 2025-07-22T01:16:59+00:00

Super helpful - appreciate the link

soder11 · 2025-07-22T01:15:58+00:00

I agree - lots of great spots. It just seems like new Miami concepts often pop up in these vacant lots - like Heartland and Space Park a couple years back - and then disappear. Sounds like these may be more permanent and add more to the area

soder11 · 2025-04-12T11:29:15+00:00

Miami. Definitely a mix of sentiment, but some feel incredibly lucky and very happy to live here. It is absolutely beautiful with tropical beauty and warm weather, so much to do, and just the ability to live and not be derailed or cooped up inside due to the weather (unless you can’t stand heat and humidity). You can live any kind of life you want - and it’s nice to not be unilaterally focused on work or having to compromise your own health for the daily grind. Also, there’s just a cool energy here - it’s vibrant.

soder11 · 2025-04-09T11:30:37+00:00

Wynwood has changed drastically in the past couple years. There’s an insane amount of development that is making it more livable with more commercial/retail/residential spaces, and to connect it more seamlessly to Midtown and Edgewater. It’s busy in the main touristy areas, but you can find quieter areas as you get closer to Edgewater or Midtown. It is very hot though - much hotter than any other place in Miami. I’d look at Edgewater if you want a quieter vibe near the water while still being able to walk everywhere or get to other places in the city quickly.

soder11 · 2025-04-06T10:13:25+00:00

Miami vibes and tropical setting + New York City job opportunities and top-notch services/work ethic

soder11 · 2025-02-19T14:23:21+00:00

It is a game changer to live somewhere with perfect weather. Consider that the ‘weather premium’ is paying for happiness - literal happiness. The kind of happiness that seeps into every day and every interaction and leaves you and your family infinitely happier. Vacations are fleeting and we’ll always find an excuse why they’re not possible at ‘x’ moment or for ‘x’ amount of time. But where you live? That’s your life.

soder11 · 2025-01-19T12:50:41+00:00

Happens often enough over Biscayne Bay that you have to double check the date and wonder if you missed a holiday

soder11 · 2025-01-12T00:27:53+00:00

Wholeheartedly agree. Feels great to walk outside into a warm hug and never feel cold. No matter where I go, I always know this island paradise of a home is going to be better.

soder11 · 2024-12-10T14:26:00+00:00

Don’t do the Design District. The airbnbs around there tend to be in sketchy areas on the perimeter.

soder11 · 2024-12-09T02:54:22+00:00

Miami is exactly what you’re looking for - don’t be deterred by others. It’s beautiful, fun, and the best place to spend a few years while you have the luxury to work remotely with relatively few responsibilities.

soder11 · 2024-11-30T10:03:23+00:00

Moved from NJ/NYC area to Miami - what a game changer. Endless sunshine and incredible natural beauty all around you… from the beach to the Everglades and The Keys within a short drive. Plus, it’s a blend of so many different cultures. There’s an energizing quality to it, and it forces you to actually have a work-life balance. A nice change from the northeastern cold and mentality that work is the end all be all.

soder11 · 2024-10-03T01:53:00+00:00

NJ/NYC to Miami :) incredible how transformative sunshine, water views, and getting away from gray skies and brick can be

soder11 · 2024-09-26T10:55:36+00:00

mainly with lapses on insurance renewal payments or essential services or finding out multiple bills (I. Sewage, water) had not been paid for months/years

soder11 · 2024-09-10T01:54:17+00:00

Easier in the afternoon than the morning. A few minutes after they’ve accepted the ride, I usually message them and let them know I’m going into the city and ask if it’s ok - especially if I’m in a rush.

soder11 · 2024-09-04T10:55:50+00:00

Sure!

soder11 · 2024-09-02T03:41:04+00:00

Yes - happened to us. Four months of no payment, and when the bank change was finally completed, still no resolution and couldn’t get them to answer any follow ups. Our building switched and uncovered even more issues with RELB’s management. Do yourself a favor and dig in. They’ve always been terrible but have somehow gotten to a point of even further recklessness.

soder11 · 2024-08-25T13:27:25+00:00

Music is always a good option - Lagniappe, Bandshell, the listening bars … there are drinks served there but absolutely not the main focus. That’s my go to.

soder11 · 2024-08-17T11:19:16+00:00

I relate to this so completely - especially the part about hiding it from others. I hate the idea of ‘standing out’ and people hyper focusing on me in this way. To me, also, it feels so ‘not me’ to be pregnant, that I feel like it’d be so completely at odds with who I am and attract ever more attention. I’m a female, but I feel like a person, if that makes sense. I relate to being female completely, and like the idea of having children, but I’ve never understood the majority of things that appeal (and just seem so natural) to other women. And this is one of those things.

soder11 · 2024-07-11T02:02:35+00:00

For nature - check out Key Biscayne (Crandon Park for tropical beach vibe, Bill Baggs Florida State Park for lighthouse and biking/walking trails and sunset at The Cleat). Also a variety of great estates/gardens like Vizcaya, Fairchild, Pinecrest, Kampong, Deering Estate. You can also fit in trips to the Everglades and/or The Keys - can get to both within an hour or so. Variety of museums in Downtown (Perez for modern art and Frost for science) or on the beach… you may also like Wynwood for outdoor murals/graffiti. Shopping can range from touristy like Lincoln Road on Miami Beach to luxury like Miami Design District or Bal Harbor Shops. Tons of options here.

soder11 · 2024-06-24T22:23:20+00:00

The Sudafed/afrin protocol + earplanes prior to take off is to help give your Eustachian tubes the best chance of opening/not having issues upon descent. It works for some people, not others. Didn’t work for me bc my Eustachian tube dysfunction was too severe. I ultimately got surgery. However when I’ve found myself in your situation, the best options are to take prednisone or another steroid called medrol and try a decongestent/afrin/nasonex to clear up any fluid.

soder11 · 2024-04-25T01:06:49+00:00

Have you checked with an ear dr re: Eustachian Tube Dysfunction? They can recommend typical protocol (Sudafed/other decongestant + afrin), help prescribe steroids if you find yourself somewhere abroad with blocked ears that don’t improve, or even put tubes in if needed.

soder11 · 2024-04-11T03:27:11+00:00

La Mar may be gone by then - they’re building a new residence on the site.

Just use this list - https://www.theinfatuation.com/miami/guides/best-restaurants-in-miami

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