By Janet K. Keeler
Sometimes a day at the mall is just what the doctor ordered. And The Falls in Kendall, south of Coral Gables, is an enticing mix of high-energy shopping and restorative hangouts.
That’s because the open-air complex of 100-plus stores and restaurants is designed around water features, among them a lagoon, pools, waterfalls and bridges adorned with sculptures such as jumping dolphins. After hours of full-tilt shopping, perch (or plop) on a bench or restaurant chair and soak up the relax.
Speaking of doctor’s orders, we aren’t sure if an apple a day for health includes the Apple store, but there’s one here. This is where you’ll find people of all ages plugging in and trying out new phones, tablets, computers and accessories. Belly up to the genius bar to gets assistance on what you just bought.
A big attraction at The Falls is the American Girl Store. The dolls, which debuted in 1986, have become a favorite with doll lovers across the country, each girl’s background based on an American story. Melody, for example, with her cool sunglasses looks ready-made for South Florida. Be prepared to spend some time here if you’re with someone whose heart swells at the sight of Tenney, Felicity or Emerson.
Food is a natural way to break up all that shopping. Churromania specializes in the twisty, flaky pastry that gives the eatery its name. Be prepared to get a sprinkling of cinnamon and sugar down your shirt and as you snack on this Latin specialty.
For a fuller meal with sit-down service, check out Los Ranchos Restaurant or P.F. Chang’s China Bistro. They are among the restaurants that bring the flavors of the world to The Falls.
And that’s what the good doctor ordered, too.
When you go…
The Falls
8888 SW 136 St, Miami, FL 33176-5883
(305) 255-4571
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