Miami’s celebrated restaurant Red Rooster Overtown, helmed by Marcus Samuelsson, has welcomed Chef Akino West as its new Culinary Director. This appointment ushers in a fresh chapter for the restaurant as Chef West introduces an inventive menu that blends Southern comfort food with bold global influences.
Chef West, a South Florida native, has built a strong culinary reputation, most notably with his co-founded brunch concept, Rosie’s. Now, he aims to elevate the Red Rooster dining experience by weaving together flavors that reflect the rich cultural history of Miami’s Overtown neighborhood.
The updated menu features an array of starters that delight the senses. Dishes like Island Conch Ceviche, Sweet Potato Hummus, and Brown Sugar Wings showcase Red Rooster’s dedication to innovation. Mains include exciting new creations such as Wild Mushroom Risotto and Guyanese Oxtail Pepper Pot, a slow-braised dish with piquillo peppers, sweet plantains, and coconut lime rice. Seafood lovers can indulge in the Gochujang Honey Salmon, served with collard greens and roasted tomato curry, or the Bucatini Picadilly, a seafood pasta rich with crab, shrimp, and lobster.
For those looking for a communal dining experience, the signature Cookout presents a hearty spread of jerk chicken, BBQ pork ribs, grilled Moroccan shrimp, and coconut rice. The dish is accompanied by sides like street corn and caramelized plantains, making it an ideal choice for sharing.
Chef West’s vision will undoubtedly bring new energy to Red Rooster Overtown, inviting guests to enjoy soulful, elevated dishes that stay true to the restaurant’s roots while embracing modern culinary techniques.
To explore the new menu and learn more, visit Red Rooster Overtown.