Guide to Kendall, Florida

Kendall is a Miami suburb that has the attractions, amenities, and beachside lifestyle that people expect from one of Florida's most popular cities. Kendall is a great place to stay if you're visiting the area, and it's a wonderful place to call home if you're moving to Florida.

History of Kendall

The area that became Kendall was purchased in 1883 by the Florida Land Mortgage Company. The community is named after Henry John Broughton Kendall, who was the director of the Florida Land and Mortgage Company when the land was acquired. Homesteading was not allowed on Kendall's land, so development was slow. A post office was opened in 1914 and a school in 1929. Two Seminole communities lived on the land until the 1940s. Kendall continued to grow at a steady pace until 1992 when Hurricane Andrew caused severe damage. Slowly, the area has been rebuilt to become the Kendall of today.

• Kendall/Falls Area History

Kendall's Location and Geography

Kendall is a suburb of Miami, located in Miami-Dade County. The region is in southern Florida on the eastern coast. Kendall is accessible by Miami trains and buses. The Everglades lie to the west of the area, and Snapper Creek is to the north.

• Explore Kendall
• Community Background Report: Kendall

Weather in Kendall

One of the many things that draw people to Kendall is the climate. Like Miami, it has a tropical monsoon climate. That means that the weather is warm and wet. Kendall does tend to cool off nicely at night after warm days. Temperatures throughout the year are often humid and in the 90s. The coolest months are December and January, the only times when the average temperature is in the high 80s instead of the 90s.

• Local Weather Forecast

Attractions in Kendall

Kendall is the perfect place for shopping, dining, golfing, and relaxing in one of the many parks. One of the biggest draws to Kendall is the Dadeland Mall, an iconic shopping center with more than a hundred stores and restaurants. The mall is home to Florida's largest Macy's. There are two golf courses to enjoy in Kendall, and there's also the beautiful Kendall Indian Hammocks Park, which features trails, a skate park, and amazing hardwood hammocks. Zoo Miami is also in the neighborhood, not far from the park. Don't miss this beautiful zoo, where you'll find hundreds of exotic species from around the world. For more family fun, visit the Kendall Ice Arena and Arcade Odyssey. If you're looking for a museum to visit, Kendall is also home to the Gold Coast Railroad Museum.

• Kendall Indian Hammocks Park
• Zoo Miami
• Kendall Ice Arena
• Arcade Odyssey
• Gold Coast Railroad Museum

Where to Eat in Kendall

The Dadeland Mall is a hub for the dining scene in Kendall. You'll find many excellent restaurants here, including Texas de Brazil, Earl's Kitchen and Bar, and CVI.CHE 105. In downtown Kendall, you'll enjoy a truly special meal at Ghee Indian Kitchen. The upscale Indian food at this restaurant is prepared with ingredients specially sourced from the chef's own farm.

• CVI.CHE 105
• Ghee Indian Kitchen
• Finka Table & Tap
• Chef Adrianne's Vineyard Restaurant and Bar
• Pisco y Nazca

Where to Stay in Kendall

You can find most of the popular hotel chains in Kendall, like Best Western, Holiday Inn, TownePlace Suites, and Quality Inn. For a boutique hotel experience, try Aloft Miami Dadeland. There are also local home rentals and Air BnBs to explore.

• Palms Inn & Suites
• Casa Florida

Find a Pediatric Dentist in Kendall

Kendall is full of comforts, services, and attractions for tourists, but it also has plenty to offer for people living here. If you're looking for a pediatric dentist in Kendall, Main Street Children's Dentistry is here to make every cleaning or filling comfortable for your family. Our free "happy visits" will help your child get comfortable going to the dentist and learn about their teeth and proper care. Visit our Kendall office and your kids will surely leave smiling!