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1. CASA NEOS
4.5
Awesome(871)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Downtown Miami
Booked 195 times today
CASA NEOS is a refined sanctuary on the Miami River. Step into our serene and refined sanctuary, where four seamlessly integrated spaces invite you to unwind and indulge in understated elegance. Each space offers its exclusive charm, yet all are seamlessly woven together to create an extraordinary experience. Offering a delicious modern Mediterranean cuisine. Every detail is carefully designed to enhance the refined essence of European summers intertwined with a Miami lifestyle.
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2. Jaya at The Setai
4.6
Exceptional(5942)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • South Beach
Booked 166 times today
Meaning ‘victory’ in Sanskrit, Jaya was conceived as a celebration of culinary diversity that exalts regional specialties from across Asia. Punctuated by nightly dinner performances in the al fresco courtyard, Executive Chef Vijay Veena’s menu features bold, modern dishes from Thailand, India, China and Japan. Longtime favorites include wok-crafted curries, Jaya’s signature Peking Duck, Truffle Dumplings and Dim Sums.Enjoy Pan-Asian delights, craft cocktails and exotic stage performances nightly, and at Asian Night Bazaar on Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays. Aerial artists, fire shows, and contortionists are just the beginning. The iconic Weekend Brunches offer a courtyard experience with live music, endless Champagne and sparkling wine from the Louis Roederer collection, RUMOR Rosé or white wine alongside a varied collection of culinary options from across the globe. New brunch offerings include a Peking Duck bar, seafood and premium meats grilled to order, and bespoke cocktails.
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3. Amara at Paraiso
4.5
Awesome(5144)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Edgewater
Booked 85 times today
Inspired by its idyllic bayside setting, Amara at Paraiso is the quintessential Miami waterfront restaurant bringing together bold Latin American flavors, coastal ingredients, and South Florida’s diversity of food culture. From environment to cuisine and vibe, experience the dynamic energy, local ingredients, and natural beauty of Biscayne Bay that defines what living in Miami is all about through the lens of James Beard Award-winning chef/restauranteur Michael Schwartz. We are taking every precaution to ensure a safe dining experience for our guests during these unprecedented times. Our outdoor seating is spacious, with many tables on our covered terrace. We accept walk ins and have bar seating available. Please call for our corkage and cake policies and fees.
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4. Makoto - Bal Harbour
4.8
Exceptional(4196)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Bal Harbour
Booked 133 times today
In case you haven’t heard, Makoto has moved to an awesome new space on the 3rd floor. Re-envisioned by Paris-based designer India Mahdavi, it’s a bold new look which will take your dining experience to a whole new level. Bright colors and cozy banquettes. More outdoor dining. More seats at the sushi counter. And of course, the food and drink will be as fabulous as ever. Looking forward to seeing you there. Makoto Okuwa ushers Japanese cuisine into the 21st century at his eponymous eatery, located on the 3rd floor of the luxurious Bal Harbour Shops. One of Miami’s most accomplished chefs, Okuwa, a master of Edomae-style sushi, reshapes tradition for a savvy audience eager for something new. Those looking for the perfect spot for a romantic date, a lunch with friends or to celebrate a special occasion, will delight in this remarkable cuisine immersed in a stunning setting created by internationally renowned designer, India Mahdavi.
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5. Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami
4.5
Awesome(6547)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Design District
Booked 55 times today
Since Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink first opened in the Miami Design District in spring of 2007, diners have come to embrace and crave its refreshing combination of laid-back atmosphere and seriously good food, a neighborhood bistro that is the ultimate showcase for the type of cuisine that chef/owner Michael Schwartz does best – homemade, unpretentious, delectable, with an emphasis on great local ingredients. Bon Appétit Magazine wrote in 2022 "Michael's Genuine is refreshingly approachable yet upscale, offering guests a true neighborhood gem where you can sit back, relax, and enjoy simple, consistently delicious dishes." In 2022 and 2023, the first Florida MICHELIN Guide honored the restaurant with a Bib Gourmand awards.Please call for our corkage and cake policies and fees.
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6. Cecconi's Miami Beach
4.7
Exceptional(4271)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • South Beach
Booked 52 times today
Cecconi's Miami Beach is an Italian gem located in the Soho Beach House. It's a favorite spot for special occasions with its beautiful ambiance and excellent service. Reviews rave about its 'beautiful atmosphere', 'excellent service', and 'delicious food'. Whether it's a birthday dinner, a dinner with friends or a romantic evening, Cecconi's is sure to impress.
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7. La Ferneteria Miami
4.2
Awesome(115)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Wynwood
Booked 35 times today
La Ferneteria Rooftop Miami, located on the 9th floor at 230 NW 24th Street in Wynwood, is a unique blend of elevated dining and Miami’s artistic spirit. Chef Javier González brings a modern twist to Italian comfort cuisine with signature dishes like the "Provoleta La Ferne," a smoky, Fernet-flambéed provolone. The bar’s handcrafted cocktails, including the "La Ferne Sour," showcase botanical infusions and exotic flavors.Designed with a chic rooftop atmosphere, La Ferneteria combines Wynwood’s artistic energy with a cozy, garden-like setting, where soft lights and a mix of lounge seating set a perfect mood for relaxation. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply unwinding, our rooftop offers a welcoming vibe, ideal for indulging in Miami’s skyline.La Ferneteria has been recognized for its excellence, receiving awards from the Accademia Italiana della Cucina in 2018 and Bar & Drinks Magazine in 2021, 2022, and 2023.
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8. Ocean Grill at The Setai
4.5
Awesome(2599)
Price: Expensive
• International • South Beach
Booked 62 times today
The Ocean Grill is an open-air restaurant amidst the tropical foliage of South Beach, just steps away from the beach. Enjoy the refreshing breeze of the Atlantic Ocean or turn around and gaze at The Setai’s three infinity edge pools. The Ocean Grill offers a Mediterranean-inspired lunch menu whose custom-built wood-fire grill gives each dish a rustic flare. Guests can enjoy a wide range of standout dishes including Spanish Octopus on the grill, Yellowfin Tuna Tartare, Mediterranean Branzino and the exotic White Truffle Pizza.The new evening menu transports guests to summer nights on the Italian Riviera in our open-air, oceanfront restaurant featuring pastas, risottos, wood-grilled prime meats and fish.
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9. Giselle Miami
4.6
Exceptional(1097)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Downtown Miami
Booked 56 times today
Miami New Times "Best New Restaurant" & "Best Rooftop Dining" | Miami Herald Favorite "Best Date Night" & "Best New Restaurant" | Restaurant Bar & Design Award Winning Giselle Miami, serves Asian, Mediterranean & French-inspired cuisine, elevated cocktail programming, and exquisite design with supreme hospitality-driven service. Boasting mystique and an undeniable sense of allure, the rooftop restaurant concept will transport guests on a journey into the world behind the eyes of Giselle. Centrally-located in downtown Miami's Arts & Entertainment District, a few blocks from 'Home of the Miami Heat Arena', Brickell and downtown. Please remember that we uphold and "elevated upscale attire" requirement. Note that table reservations require a full dining experience for 2 or more guests. A minimum of $150 per person is required for Parties of 8 or more on weekdays, and for all party sizes on Friday and Saturday for a two hour dining experience. Giselle looks forward to hosting you.
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10. Nobu Miami
4.5
Awesome(4062)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • South Beach
Booked 76 times today
The Miami outpost of Nobu, the world renowned Japanese chef recognized for pioneering a new style Japanese cuisine, brings a burst of excitement to the top ranked Nobu Hotel Miami Beach located inside the iconic Eden Roc Miami Beach. The menu features Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s signature dishes, such as the Black Cod Miso & Rock Shrimp Tempura, as well as Miami favorites like the Tai Butter Lettuce; Tenderloin Yuzu Truffle. Omakase or tasting menus, offer a memorable opportunity to savor the restaurant’s many distinctive flavors.
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