Joe’s Stone Crab Miami, Where Seafood Is Served With a Side of Celebrity

The dining room plays hostess to Miami Beach’s who’s who, as well as the world’s—a recitation of famous diners would be encyclopedic (it’s easier to list who hasn’t dined at Joe’s). Everyone from duchesses to dignitaries, actors to athletes, presidents to pop stars have been guests. The celebrity clientele kicked into high gear under the stewardship of Joe’s son, Jesse Weiss, who was known for his larger-than-life personality and bon vivant ways. Brian Johnson, brought on by Weiss, recalls his second day on what was supposed to be a seasonal job, saying Weiss’ friend Jackie Gleason, martini in hand, pulled… Read Full Article