Who says you need falling leaves and sweater weather to enjoy autumn? Here in South Florida, we have our own way of celebrating the season. The flip-flops stay on, the sunshine keeps shining, and suddenly everything tastes like pumpkin, cinnamon, apple cider and a little holiday indulgence.
And our local restaurants and cafés are getting into the spirit! From your morning coffee to an evening cocktail, there are plenty of delicious ways to enjoy fall without ever reaching for a jacket. So bring your appetite and get ready to savor the season!
Pumpkin, apple cider, sweet treats and seasonal favorites are popping up around Wilton Manors. Here are a few places to get a delicious taste of fall!
THE BEAN ESPRESSO BAR – 2151 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors | thebeanespressobar.com
Pumpkin spice and everything nice!
There’s something special about a coffee shop celebrating its first fall on Wilton Drive, and The Bean is making it a tasty one! Its Pumpkin Pie Latte combines pumpkin pie sauce, espresso and milk, topped with vanilla cold foam, cinnamon and a graham cracker crumble. Enjoy it hot or iced, depending on your mood—or the temperature outside.
And why stop at coffee? Pair your latte with a pumpkin muffin filled with cream cheese or indulge in a slice of pumpkin praline cheesecake. We won’t judge if you decide to try both!
AUNT JENN’S TEA & SPICE – 2420 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors | auntjenns.com
Fall is brewing!
Tea lovers, it’s your turn to get into the seasonal spirit! Aunt Jenn’s is serving an iced pumpkin latte, perfect for enjoying those autumn flavors while keeping things refreshingly South Florida.
Want to bring a little fall home? Try Pumpkin Spice Or Die, an organic black tea blend featuring apple, pumpkin and cinnamon. Or curl up with Pumpkin Pie, a caffeine-free herbal blend with cardamom and pumpkin pieces. Either way, there’s something wonderfully comforting about a cup filled with the flavors of the season.
UNION KITCHEN & BAR – 2309 N Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors | unionkb.com
Autumn looks delicious on the dinner menu!
Fall flavors aren’t just for coffee and dessert! At Union Kitchen & Bar, the seasonal menu brings something savory to the table with its Grilled Cider Pork. Served with a bourbon mustard glaze, grilled peaches and arugula, it’s a delicious combination of sweet and savory flavors.
And if you’re already thinking about Thanksgiving dinner, Union has plans for that, too! The restaurant will be open for the holiday, offering its à la carte menu along with Thanksgiving specials, including a Bell & Evans Farm turkey plate.
A holiday meal, a festive atmosphere and someone else taking care of the cooking? Now that’s something to be thankful for!
APT. 9F – 2163 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors | apt9f.com
Let’s raise a glass to fall!
Who needs an apple orchard when you have a great neighborhood bar? Apt. 9F is serving up the season with an Apple Spiced Margarita, combining Milagro tequila, apple cider and fresh lemon and lime juice.
Prefer something with a little more spice? The Chai Latte Martini brings together vodka, Licor 43, house-made chai and a cinnamon-sugar rim. And here’s a little tip: ask for an espresso shot to give it an extra kick!
Grab a friend, settle in and toast to the season. Fall never tasted so good!
DAIRY QUEEN – 1950 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors | dairyqueen.com
Pie season, with a twist!
Who says pumpkin pie has to come on a plate? At Dairy Queen on Wilton Drive, fall flavors are getting the Blizzard treatment, and we’re here for it!
The returning Pumpkin Pie Blizzard blends real pumpkin pie pieces into creamy vanilla soft serve, finished with whipped topping and a sprinkle of nutmeg. It’s a little taste of Thanksgiving in every spoonful.
And for something new, there’s the Brown Sugar Cookie Dough Blizzard, featuring soft brown sugar cookie dough pieces and brown sugar topping blended into vanilla soft serve.
Pumpkin pie or cookie dough? Decisions, decisions! Fortunately, there’s no rule against trying both.
STARBUCKS – 1501 NE 26th Street, Wilton Manors | starbucks.com
Pumpkin gets a makeover!
Pumpkin season is officially in full swing, and Starbucks has a couple of new ways to enjoy everyone’s favorite fall flavor.
For something a little different, the Iced Pumpkin Cream Matcha combines smooth iced matcha with velvety pumpkin cream cold foam. It’s a colorful twist on a seasonal favorite!
Prefer your pumpkin with an espresso kick? Try the Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso, made with Blonde Espresso, brown sugar syrup, cinnamon and oatmilk, topped with pumpkin cream cold foam.
And when you’re on the go, the Starbucks on NE 26th Street has a drive-thru, making it easy to grab a little autumn indulgence on your way to wherever the day takes you.
From pumpkin lattes and holiday pies to savory dinners and cocktails with an autumn twist, Wilton Manors has plenty of ways to enjoy the season.
So go ahead, indulge a little, try something new and support the businesses that make our neighborhood such a delicious place to call home.
Happy fall, y’all!