Custom Restaurant Furniture Transforms La Juliana Miami into a Vibrant, Design-Forward Latin Café

Where Venezuelan Comfort Food Meets Contemporary South-Florida Style

Tucked just northwest of Miami International Airport, La Juliana Miami has quickly become a go-to spot for Venezuelan arepas, tequeños and house-roasted coffee. The owners envisioned a lively yet refined environment that could transition from brisk breakfast crowds to relaxed evening gatherings while celebrating Latin-American warmth.

To deliver that vision, every furniture element had to strike a balance between robust commercial durability and an unmistakable sense of place—think warm wood, sun-kissed upholstery tones and a splash of Miami-style gold. Seating Expert partnered with the La Juliana team from ground-up build-out to opening day, supplying booths, chairs, custom table tops and statement table bases that anchor the restaurant’s flow and personality.

Key selections such as custom red-oak rustic plank table tops and gold powder-coated bases echo the brand’s palette while ensuring long-term performance.

The Challenge: Crafting a Fresh Latin-Modern Bistro Style Space

La Juliana’s owners laid out three core requirements:

• Seamless traffic flow: the narrow footprint demanded furniture that maximizes guest capacity without sacrificing comfort.
• Distinct Latin-American identity: finishes had to reference rich woods and warm metallics while remaining contemporary.
• All-weather flexibility: indoor/outdoor pieces aimed at providing seating layout flexibility while remaining on brand in terms of brand and aesthetics.

The Solution: Bespoke, Durable Furnishings

Seating Expert specified and delivered a curated mix of commercial-grade indoor and outdoor patio furniture, including:

Bennett Upholstered Wood Restaurant Chair

Material: Symphony Classic Fern

Comfort-forward beech-wood frame with custom commercial grade vinyl seat and back— creating more upscale ambience while remaining durable in a high traffic space.

Brezza Stackable Rope Armchair

Material: Black Powdered Coat Protective Finish

Lightweight, stackable and patio-ready—perfect for quick re-configurations during weekend brunch rush or expanding into outdoor areas throughout the year.

Custom Red Oak Rustic Plank Table Top

Material: Clear UV Protective & Scratch Resistant Finish

1.75" kiln-dried red oak planks evoke artisanal warmth while resisting daily wear.

Gold Square Table Base (18" × 18")

Material: Powder-Coated Gold Steel

Compact yet eye-catching, pairs with two-top rustic planks for intimate seating along one of the main walls of the restaurant. Increasing seating capacity while maintaining required layout distance between tables setups and remaining comfortable guests.

Gold Square Table Base (24"×24")

Material: Powder-Coated Gold Steel

Larger base size supports bigger tale tops while providing a more dynamic seating layout and maximizing overall seating capacity of the dining room.

Gold Rectangular Dual-Post Base (16"x28")

Material: Powder-Coated Gold Steel

Adds rock-solid stability to banquet-length plank tables while carrying the metallic motif.

Custom Upholstered Six Channel Restaurant Booths

Material: Esprit Olive Cmmercial Grade Vinyl

High-back booths create cozy nooks and support family style or larger parties looking to share meals together.

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