Chef Michelle Bernstein Will Close Sra. Martinez
The Coral Gables restaurant will serve its final meals on Saturday, September 26.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Dining Out
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Chef Michelle Bernstein and partner David Martinez are closing their restaurant, Sra. Martinez, located in Coral Gables. The establishment will conclude two years of operations at its 2325 Galiano St. location on September 26, 2026.
Why it matters
The closure ends a two-year run for the dining venue in Coral Gables. Owners have indicated that they are currently evaluating potential future uses for the substantial property.
Sra. Martinez occupied a 4,000 square foot space at 2325 Galiano St. for two years. The restaurant originally debuted in the Miami Design District in 2008 before this location launched in late 2024.
The players
Michelle Bernstein
She is an acclaimed chef and restaurateur who co-owns the establishment closing in Coral Gables.
David Martinez
He is the business partner of Michelle Bernstein and a co-owner of the restaurant Sra. Martinez.
The details
The owners shared the news regarding the restaurant closure through a social media account. The expansive facility features both an indoor stage and a covered patio.
Timeline
The original iteration of the restaurant opened in the Miami Design District in 2008.
The Coral Gables location at 2325 Galiano St. opened in late 2024.
The final night of service at the restaurant is Saturday, September 26, 2026.
Culture Shift
This closure represents a shift in the local dining landscape following the 2008 launch of the original Sra. Martinez in the Miami Design District. It reflects the fluid nature of high-end restaurant concepts as owners adapt their footprint to changing market demands.
Residents and regulars have until the end of service on September 26 to visit the establishment at 2325 Galiano St. Patrons should monitor official social media channels for any updates regarding the space after the restaurant closes.
The takeaway
The closure of Sra. Martinez marks the end of a notable culinary presence in the Coral Gables area. Diners looking to visit should plan accordingly given the limited time remaining before the final service date.
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