Tonight I went to Danny DeVito’s VIP opening of his new restaurant in South Beach on Ocean Drive. The paparazzi were out in full-force, it was a scene! DeVito South Beach is in the old Joia Restaurant space that was owned by Chris Paciello & Ingrid Casares adjacent to the Century Hotel in the trendy SoFi neighborhood.
Brooke Hogan on the red carpet. I felt like a complete dork taking this picture. I heard many people commenting that the rack of lamb was “delicious”.
The scene ‘al fresco’ was convivial. The red murano chandeliers are hot, hot, hot & expensive!
Decor is very over the top and sumptuous. The white leather banquettes gave the place a very 40’s/50’s glamour.
Paparazzi were everywhere! 
This lobster was incredible. I had first pick!
Brooke Hogan ‘working’ it!
These were “salmon shots” with caviar. Enough said.
The “usual suspects” were in attendance.
All those publicists were running around with clipboards. Notice those damn velvet ropes! Thank god I was “on the list”.
Does Danny have a star on the Walk of Fame?
My euro-friends, notice the cigarette.
I so needed a bottle of Evian. None!
Bar
Notice the VIP room on the second floor.
I was stalking the paparazzi. I’m such a loser.
Dr. Lenny Roudner’s work was in the house!
The restaurant opens for ‘normal’ people on Monday! I must admit, I didn’t even think of taking a look at the menu. I’m sure it’s Italian. There were too many people! The music had a Frank Sinatra vibe all night.
Categories: Miami Restaurants, South Beach, South Beach/SoFi
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June 14th, 2007 at 12:50 am
I don’t know what made me laugh louder “the rack of lamb” or “Dr. Roudner’s work in the house”…you are a trip and thanks for taking us, the little people, there with you. : )
June 14th, 2007 at 12:52 am
It’s my pleasure, Ines. If I’m “in” than so are you!
June 14th, 2007 at 1:23 am
You really got me at Frank Sinatra vibe. Did you know that I am a Frank Freak? There’s a shrine of all his stuff right here in a room devoted to him on the left of my office.
You didnt’ look a the menu!?!?!? You are such a people person!! I can’t believe you can’t tell me what the everyday menu looks like!!
OK…now you have to get me a copy of it.
June 14th, 2007 at 1:33 am
ARDELL, It would be my pleasure. I’m watching the ‘feeds’ from the Miami Herald & CBS News like this is some REALLY big thing.
June 14th, 2007 at 3:42 am
Kevin, really enjoyed this even if Ardell did have to force you to write a sappy blog. This really helps so that you are connected into the area and also give us, the readers, more insight into the area.
June 14th, 2007 at 9:05 am
I’m so impressed - us suburban losers on the other side of the bridge can merely look on and sigh with envy…
June 14th, 2007 at 9:38 am
Well, Beth not EVERYONE can be on the inside of the velvet ropes. What fun would that be?
June 14th, 2007 at 12:51 pm
Kevin, you brokers have all the fun! Not even a peek at the menu? They are keeping it so secret, you would think it was a movie premier.
June 14th, 2007 at 5:34 pm
Hey Michelle!
Thanks for stopping by SBCB! It totally had that feel. All the snobbery and arrogance of a movie premier. Reminded me of NYC or LA last night!
June 14th, 2007 at 5:35 pm
Oh Michelle,
You know us people from Miami don’t eat (real food). Protein bars and Muscle Milk. Nicole Richie has nothing on us.
June 14th, 2007 at 7:35 pm
Kevin- Thanks for taking all the pictures! Even if you did feel like a dork!
I too thought your comments on the rack of lamb and the good dr’s work were funny! Thank you for taking this “normal” person with you to the VIP party.
June 14th, 2007 at 8:36 pm
To be honest “working” the party for the SBCB was more fun that being at the party. So you have the insider info.
July 16th, 2007 at 7:44 pm
This was fabulous. I am flying in on the 17th of july and we will definitly be there. Ilove it see you soon
Leslie
“The Haitian Sensation”