Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Miami - Dade

OpenTable

Updated October 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best ambiance in Miami - Dade? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

The Grove

5.0

5 (189)

$31 to $50

American

South Beach

About the restaurant

The Grove Miami Beach is located at the W South Beach hotel. The 200-seat indoor-outdoor restaurant accommodates a range of seating options—from an intimate dinner party for 12 to a larger affair for up to 70 guests on the lush outdoor patio. The Grove is a New-American restaurant open for all day dining with a variety of unique dishes and delicious cocktails.

Top review

Sienna

Dined on Oct 1, 2024

All the dishes very good and well plated, we enjoyed them very much. Very attentive and friendly service. I'm sure we'll be back!

Gao Miami Beach

4.8

4.8 (13)

$50 and over

Asian

South Beach

About the restaurant

Located in the prestigious South of Fifth neighborhood, GAO is proud to offer Modern Asian Cuisine.
From our in-house creation dishes to our carefully selected Dim Sum, GAO will be your one-way ticket to Asia.
We await to serve you in our garden or indoors.

Valet service coming soon. Temporary valet service is available at One Ocean building where the restaurant is located.

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Craig

Dined 5 days ago

The food and service was amazing, will definitely be back.

The Roof at Esmé

4.9

4.9 (353)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

South Beach

About the restaurant

Escape the hustle and bustle at The Roof, an extraordinary restaurant and cocktail lounge nestled above the cityscape. Indulge in the finest breakfast and lunch options and as the sun casts its warm glow, bask in relaxation with a refreshing sangria by the lounge pool, or immerse yourself in a private cabana with an intriguing read. When night falls, The Roof transforms into a haven for celebration with delectable fare by The Drexel and a revolving door of entertainment.

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Norma

Dined on Sep 27, 2024

Love this place! It’s absolutely gorgeous inside and the customer service is excellent. It’s very central , food is great , music is great. I highly recommend it to those visiting South Beach! I personally can’t wait to go back ;)

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Experience

Mixology Class at The Roof with Helix 7 Vodka!

Afternoon Tea at The Biltmore

4.7

4.7 (487)

$50 and over

Afternoon Tea

Coral Gables

About the restaurant

One of the few remaining Miami locales offering traditional afternoon tea, the Biltmore is arguably the most elegant venue, with its soaring vaulted ceiling, magnificent lobby and majestically mantled fireplace. The refreshing repast is served daily and is complemented with and elegant harpist. Reservations are recommended.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 5 days ago

Lovely afternoon celebrating my mom. Nestor made the experience unforgettable!

The Den

4.8

4.8 (228)

$50 and over

Sushi

South Beach

About the restaurant

Azabu Miami Beach, houses various experiences under one roof; tied together with the spirit of Omatenashi, the essence of Japanese hospitality. Beyond Azabu lies The Den, an exclusive hidden omakase room specializing in the art of Edomae Sushi helmed by Master Sushi Chefs. Located inside The Stanton Hotel, The Den at Azabu Miami Beach elevates the local culinary scene with authentic Japanese cuisine and transportive experiences.
The Den serves Edomae Tokyo style sushi. The Den is a 18 seat counter, omakase style sushi restaurant, where Sushi chefs will guide guests through an authentic omakase experience. Most ingredients will be flown in directly from the Toyosu fish market in Tokyo. The Den serves a multi course menu with no a la carte options. Food menus are $300++ or $185++ per guest. The Den has set seating times, open Tuesday-Saturday. All guest must consume raw fish. Bookings must be prepaid. Strict 24 hour cancellation with no acception. Please see cancellation policy.

Top review

Jennifervip

Dined 4 days ago

It was a beautiful, unique experience. Hands down the best sushi in Miami since they fly it in fresh.

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Experience

Autograph Omakase Experience

Experience

Signature Omakase Experience

Lido Restaurant and Champagne Bar at The Surf Club

4.9

4.9 (712)

$50 and over

Italian

Surfside

About the restaurant

Lido Restaurant at The Surf Club celebrates its place as the best oceanfront dining experience in the Miami Beaches. The Surf Club's once fabled ballroom, is now a destination for thoughtful Italian culinary; from crudos including Tonno al Tartufo Nero, made-in house pastas like Pacchero "alla Lido", to famed entrées like Branzino al Vapore.On Sundays we offer a Brunch Buffet experience with available seating on the Oceanfront Terrace or inside the Champagne Bar. For breakfast (daily) and lunch (served Monday through Saturday), seating is available on the Oceanfront Terrace or inside the Champagne Bar. For dinner service, we offer a 2 hour dining experience. We have a 15 minute grace period after which the table may be given to another guest. Please note Lido Restaurant at The Surf Club has a cancellation policy under 24 hours and a no-show policy of $50.00 per person. Our Corkage Fee is $100 per Bottle, $200 for Magnum Bottles (counts as 2 bottles), Max amount per party is 3 bottles

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Larry

Dined on Oct 2, 2024

Excellent food. Great service. Many gluten-free options.

Cafe Bernie

4.9

4.9 (382)

$30 and under

Pub

Mid-Beach

About the restaurant

About Us Embark on a gastronomic adventure at our stunning waterfront eatery! Delight in the freshest seafood, juicy steaks, and irresistible burgers, all skillfully prepared to satisfy your palate. Join us for unforgettable dining moments that combine exquisite cuisine with breathtaking vistas. Make sure you don't miss out on our exclusive events! Booking your table is a breeze - reserve your spot today and immerse yourself in a realm of tantalizing flavors.

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Howard

Dined on Sep 20, 2024

Always a great waterfront experience - food, service, sunset view!

MILA Omakase

4.9

4.9 (116)

$50 and over

Japanese

South Beach

About the restaurant

MILA OMAKASE IS A 10-SEAT ENCLOSED ROOM OFFERING THE MOST EXCLUSIVE AND AUTHENTIC JOURNEY IN THE FAR EAST, MAGNIFIED BY THE MEDITERRANEAN INFLUENCES OF 26 TIME MICHELIN AWARDED CHEF MICHAËL MICHAELIDIS.

The intimate, ultra luxurious and transporting space features a massive overhanging cherry blossom tree, a Japanese craftsmanship-inspired wallpaper screen, a dramatic marble countertop, a 500-years old hinoki wood cutting board, and wall-mounted niches serving as members’ chopstick display.

The ever-changing dishes evolve according to the 72 Japanese micro-seasons, involving the most refined ingredients such as line-caught fish flown in daily, innovative vegetables and condiments, sea urchin from Hokkaido, bluefin tuna from Ehime prefecture, and Sanuki Olive Wagyu from Kagawa prefecture in Japan.

(Experiences and Pairings are Priced Per Person)

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GillianZ

Dined 4 days ago

The experience was amazing from start to finish! Food was outstanding. We will definitely be back

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Experience

MILA Omakase

Experience

MILA Omakase x Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester

Experience

MILA Omakase Sushi Masterclass

Tanuki South Beach

4.9

4.9 (1099)

$30 and under

Sushi

South Beach

About the restaurant

Tanuki Miami is a gateway to a unique Asian culinary experience in the heart of South Beach, serving dishes and drinks inspired by the Japanese, Chinese, and cuisines from all over Asia. Located on the ever-bustling Alton Road at the corner of 11th Street, our South Beach restaurant is hailed by both critics and customers alike as one of the best places to enjoy Asian fusion dishes and high-quality ingredients in Miami Beach.

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myles

Dined on Aug 31, 2024

Juan was amazing! Made my birthday very special! Great service!

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Popular dish

Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Watr at the 1 Rooftop

4.8

4.8 (916)

$31 to $50

Japanese Speciality

South Beach

About the restaurant

Located 18 stories above South Beach, Watr serves Japanese-influenced cuisine in a bright and breezy environment with stunning ocean views.

We are proud to announce that Watr has been voted in the OpenTable Diner's Choice Awards: Best Sushi, Best Scenic View and Best Late Night Find.

If we are experiencing inclement weather on the night of your reservation, we will contact you by 5pm.

Top review

Reine

Dined on Sep 22, 2024

Great food, great service, beautiful views. I couldn’t have asked for a better place

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