PB24-0660

1620 Drexel Avenue

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Proposal

The applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to operate a 460-seat restaurant with indoor entertainment called Meduza Restaurant in a new 2-story building at the corner of Lincoln Road and Drexel Avenue. The restaurant requires a conditional use permit because it will have rooftop dining within 200 feet of residential properties and will exceed occupancy thresholds for entertainment establishments.

From the Letter of Intent

The applicant seeks conditional use approval for a new Neighborhood Impact Establishment restaurant with entertainment, occupancy of 727 persons including 460 seats across two interior levels and rooftop. The modern Mediterranean restaurant will operate from 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. weekdays with weekend brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

  • Modify existing commercial shell building to feature new restaurant
  • Add rooftop bathrooms, pergola, and bar
  • Install indoor entertainment facilities
  • Implement 24/7 security system with cameras
  • Provide valet parking services
  • Install hurricane proof impact windows
  • Implement resilient landscaping and flood protection measures
Staff Recommendation
APPROVAL WITH CONDITIONS

Conditions:

  • Hours of operation limited to Monday-Friday 4:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m., Saturday-Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 a.m.
  • Indoor entertainment hours limited to same as operating hours
  • Outdoor entertainment prohibited
  • House sound system with password protected controls and noise limits
  • Only ambient background music on rooftop that doesn't interfere with conversation
  • No queuing in right-of-way
  • Coordinate valet station relocation with Parking Department
  • Large delivery vehicles must use designated loading zones
  • Progress reports required within 90 days and annually thereafter
  • Must operate as restaurant preparing food at all times, not standalone bar

Compliance Findings:

✓ Concurrency: Satisfied ✗ Comprehensive Plan: Consistent ✗ Land Development Regulations: Compliant
Key Issues
  • Noise impacts on nearby residential properties
  • Hours of operation and entertainment activities
  • Rooftop venue proximity to residential uses
  • Indoor entertainment with occupancy exceeding 199 persons
  • Traffic and valet operations coordination
  • Delivery and sanitation operations during street improvements

Documents

Property Details
Applicant Maizon Miami LLC
Architect STA Architectural Group
Meeting

Thursday, October 16, 2025

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