HISTORY

Nicole’s Village Tavern opened its doors in 2002 and continues to grow thanks to the loyalty of our valued guests and tremendous team of employees.  Owners Ron and Jaene Miranda are Wellington residents with two children attending local schools. 

Ron’s background in food management and Jaene’s consumer packaged goods marketing experience made the restaurant business a natural choice when the family decision was made to leave the Miami corporate life and become entrepreneurs.  The family made its debut in Wellington with Michael’s Pasta Restaurant – an Italian bistro which they owned and managed for 10 years from 1994 through 2003.  “When we were looking for a restaurant to buy, Michael’s Pasta caught our eye for two important reasons,” said Ron Miranda, originally from Youngstown, Ohio.  “The first was the community.  We immediately fell in love with Wellington’s open spaces, the impressive public schools, and the friendliness of the people.  The second reason was that our son was named Michael – so it really helped to seal the deal.”

The decision to open Nicole’s Village Tavern in 2002 was one that took some consideration.  It seemed that our little village was becoming so commercial.  All the quaintness of the town was disappearing with the addition of the Mall, the grand, gated developments, and the influx of chain restaurants.  “When we finally made the decision to jump, we wanted to create an ambiance that our neighbors would feel comfortable in,” said Jaene Miranda, originally from Manhattan, New York.  “We wanted to be the “Cheers” of the western communities.  Our constant motivation is to provide a place that is family owned and operated, serves great food and drinks, and presents great entertainment value so our guests won’t have to drive downtown.”

So, who is Nicole’s named after?  It’s named after the Miranda’s second child who was 8 years old when the restaurant opened its doors.