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Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami

Name: Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami
Address: 130 N.E. 40th Street, Miami, FL, United States, 33137
Telephone: (305) 676-0894
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

6008 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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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, the first Florida MICHELIN Guide honored the restaurant with a Bib Gourmand awards.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 61 times today

Experiences are available.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Global, International
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:30 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(305) 676-0894
Website
http://www.michaelsgenuine.com/miami
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Michael Schwartz, CDC Dillion Wolff
Catering
For private events, please contact Events Manager Tiffany Smith at tiffany@thegenuinehospitalitygroup.com
Private party facilities
Since the restaurant opened in 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.
Private party contact
Kimberly Ocampo: (305) 599-9906

Location
130 N.E. 40th Street, Miami, FL 33137
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
Neighborhood
Design District
Cross street
N.E. 1st Avenue & N.E. 2nd Avenue
Parking details
Street Parking and Valet Parking available.
Public transit
Miami Dade Transit Bus Lines # 2, # 3,# 9, # 10, # 36, # 93, # 202, # 236. <br /><br />For detailed route information go to: http://www.miamidade.gov/transit/library/tm_for_web.pdf
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Genuine Groove: Live Jazz at Michael's!
Multiple dates available
Every Wednesday from 6-9pm - Live Jazz with jazz inspired bites & cocktails and of course our regular menu available a la carte. No cover. Everyone welcome.
Somm Selects Mondays
Multiple dates available
Make Monday your new favorite day of the week! Enjoy 50% off all bottles from our Sommelier Selects list all day. Discover new flavors and raise a glass to the week ahead!

Offers

Somm Selects Mondays
Multiple dates available
Mon - 11:30 AM - 3:15 PM, 5:30 PM - 9:45 PM
Make Monday your new favorite day of the week! Enjoy 50% off all bottles from our Sommelier Selects list all day. Discover new flavors and raise a glass to the week ahead!
Genuine Groove: Live Jazz at Michael's!
Multiple dates available
Wed - 5:30 PM - 9:45 PM
Every Wednesday from 6-9pm - Live Jazz with jazz inspired bites & cocktails and of course our regular menu available a la carte. No cover. Everyone welcome.

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What 6,008 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

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Downtown Areas
Most Booked

6,008 Reviews

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Davidis
Miami
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall3food3service4ambience4
We went for Miami Spice and were disappointed with the amount of octopus in the “octopus” Rigatoni entree option... It didn’t have any octopus! They took the food back to the kitchen after I mentioned it to them and they confirmed that the amount of octopus was really low (there was none in it) and then they took 20 minutes to bring me another plate of the same thing that had exactly the same amount of octopus in it (none). Pretty disappointing! I’ve eaten here before and it was amazing, so it was a let down to have this experience this time around with my family and friends.
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Eddie
Miami
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
There is never a bad meal or a bad time at this restaurant. I got to meet Chef Schwartz and this man is great at his craft with his restaurants. The pork belly, the octopus, the short rib, the fish, the veggies, cocktails, wine, it's all great! Great date night spot or go out with friends to the Design District. I've been going for years and it's always amazing. This night they had a special event that I didn't know about and we got to listen to some live music as well.
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oldhippie
Miami
78 reviews
vip
4.0
78 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food3service5ambience5
Very disappointed in the Miami Spice menu as long time customers. VERY tiny portions and overly spicy food. And the turkey sandwich off the regular menu, a long time favorite was BLAND. Great service though.
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OpenTable Diner
Mobile
35 reviews
vip
4.0
35 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food5service3ambience4
We have eaten there several times over the past 5 years. The food was outstanding! The Kale pizza was amazing! Unfortunately the service was not up to our expectations at Michael’s. It took 20 minutes to have our bottle of cava brought to the table and served. I had to go get the bottle and pour a refill.
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HoneyCrisp247
West Palm Beach
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love the renovation and expansion. Love the creativity. Love the ambiance. Love the food. A Miami classic that just gets better year after year.
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IanS
London
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 19, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience3
It’s just not what it used to be. Food is OK. Service is lacking. And it’s crazy expensive.
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LaurenW
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent overall: the Miami Spice menu was great value, the Somm Select program on Mondays (50% off selected bottles) was a nice feature, and service was knowledgeable, attentive, and friendly. Definitely going back!
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Lauren
New York Area
4 reviews
vip
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2023
overall3food4service1ambience4
Miami spice menu was a great option, but the service was extremely slow and not good. We were there for almost 3 hours!
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience3
The drinks were overpriced and the service was really slow. The food was good but I felt it was very overpriced for what it was. I wouldn’t go back. Also our table was tilted and I had to keep kicking a block they had under it to straighten the table out during dinner multiple times, like 8 times I had to readjust the table. And paper menus that were crinkled up like a used summer packet. I felt like for the price they should have nicer menus. Also the music was just looped drum and snare beat that you would picture from a cartoon depiction of what a modern restaurant would sound like and other royalty free looped dreadful music to make you feel like you’re in a bad dream. It’s like fancy trying to be normal. So it’s normal and overpriced. The food was good though.
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FamilyofFoodies
Miami
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent dining experience from beginning to end. From the warm welcome by the hosts, to the great bar service (Jake is awesome!!!), to the restaurant's willingness to accommodate our request to dine inside despite our reservation for an outdoor table, to the balanced attention we received during dinner and the outstanding food, we had a great time at Michael's.
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Colie1018
Chicago
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food was incredible, but what I liked the most was the service. Everyone was happy and helpful which is rare these days.
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Awesome venue with live jazz and great food and service.
Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded on September 15, 2023
We are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful experience at Michael's Genuine Food and Drink! Thank you for your positive feedback.
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Pamela
Washington DC
316 reviews
vip
5.0
316 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service, great food, beautiful setting. Buzzy vibe. Reasonably priced.
Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded on September 15, 2023
Thank you for sharing your positive feedback about your dining experience at Michael's Genuine Food and Drink. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time with us, and we look forward to serving you again in the future.
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Janjan1
Miami
8 reviews
vip
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
Our service was great. Our meal was fine. We were very disappointed to find out that our gift card was not accepted. It was 5 years old but nowhere did it have an expiration date. Also given the period of 2020-2021 when restaurants were closed and there was discomfort with dining out it’s understandable that it hadn’t been used yet. We have been to MGFD on many occasions prior to 2018 but now have a bad taste in our mouths for it. Doubtful we will go back.
Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded on September 15, 2023
Thank you for dining at Michael's Genuine Food and Drink. We apologize if we fell short of your expectations and appreciate your feedback. We are dedicated to improving and would love the opportunity to make it right.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience4
Plates are small and some things I ordered never came. Desert were undercooked but the shrimp and grits was excellent.
Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded on September 15, 2023
We're so grateful you chose to dine with us at Michael's Genuine Food and Drink! We apologize for not providing the exceptional experience we aim for with every guest and greatly value your feedback for improvement.
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JasonM
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall1food2service1ambience2
Horrible service. Mediocre food. Nothing came out on time or In order. shakshuka was over cooked. Short rib hash had little to no short rib.
Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded on September 15, 2023
We're so grateful you chose to dine with us at Michael's Genuine Food and Drink! We apologize for not providing the exceptional experience we aim for with every guest and greatly value your feedback for improvement.
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SteveM
Miami
58 reviews
vip
3.0
58 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience4
Our party of 5 selected items from the Miami Spice menu. The good choices included the tuna croquettes and bacon wrapped peach appetizers, less so the two small scallops. For mains, the good choice was the excellent pork shoulder, but the fideos with minimal shrimp and octopus was not well received. Both of the desserts were very good. The wine pairing was a nice addition.
Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded on September 15, 2023
Thank you for choosing Michael's Genuine Food and Drink! We're sorry we didn't meet our usual standards and appreciate your feedback for improvement.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2023
overall4food5service2ambience5
Firstly, the ambience and the decor were beautiful. Food: we had the Miami spice menu. It was spectacular. Highly recommend the pork milanese. Desserts were just awesome. Service: like many other restaurants these days, it was close to awful. Our server just went missing halfway and we had to ask another server for the one water refill we got all night. She was helpful but clearly busy with her own tables. Overall, highly recommend and would definitely go back and just hope for better service.
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PaulR
San Francisco
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Overall a great experience. Food for the most part very enjoyable, except for the scallops on the Miami Spice menu - tiny, dry, unspectacular in overall taste. This was the first time back in a long time, the new upgraded interior look is very nice.
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TDillon
Miami
63 reviews
vip
3.0
63 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
Pastrami sandwich was amazing but the pasta was bland and did not have much flavor. We really came to this area as we wanted to go to our favorite restaurant MC kitchen for pasta, but since it was close, we settled for Michael's genuine as we've been there before and has great experiences. On this occasion and perhaps because it was a holiday or because of Miami spice, and this pasta is part of the Miami spice choices, the service was absent, and, as stated, formerly, , the pasta was mediocre and the server seemed overwhelmed in his section.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
11 reviews
vip
1.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall1food1service3ambience1
Wow. I really wanted to like this. So disappointing. The servers and managers did the best they could with the HORRIBLE food. What’s going on with the people in the kitchen? You need a complete refresh. How is it possible you don’t know how to cook scallops! Brunt scallops even after returning and cooking again. It’s insane how there could be zero passion in a kitchen yo get it right.
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OpenTable Diner
Western NC
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wow! What an amazing experience!! The place is more beautiful than ever. The food was incredible. We’re so lucky to have this restaurant in our lives. Thank you for making it always the best
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AnaS
Miami
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience4
We had the Miami Spice menu. The portions were extremely small. I left hungry. The wine by the glass at $40 for o oz for a Sauvignon Blanc was ridiculous. Vibe is good and food was delicious but a terrible value.
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OpenTable Diner
West Palm Beach
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service3ambience5
Too loud dogs, the server remove the plates quick
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Nothappy
Miami
10 reviews
vip
2.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall2food1service4ambience4
I ordered off the Miami Spice menu. I ordered the scallops, pork shoulder and rocotta cake. scallops were in the 1/2 shell and lack luster. It took a long time for the pork shoulder to come to the table, I had to ask why so long, and when is did it was dry, tough, lacked flavor...almost inedible except I had waited so long I didn't sent it back. I did tell the waiter. They didn't make any accomodiation on the check. The stratiatella and peaches, tumeric & ginger beverage as well as the rocotta cake were all very good. If the pork shoulder takes 35-40 min to cook waiter should tell customer when ordering. MGF has lost its luster.
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
I have been Michael’s customer since 2018 when the Design District was just taking off. Every time we are in town, we eat there because we love the food, the ambience and the service. However, it is disappointing to see how the portions keep getting smaller and smaller, and of course more expensive as everything in Miami. I guess is just less value for money.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience4
But what happened to this place? It used to have great food & service! We waited so long for our food, service was so disorganized. Food was not good too. We asked 3 times for the check. What else? Please do something!
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 28, 2023
overall5food4service3ambience5
Had a great experience. Food was on point very well executed Service was a little off considering the location an quality of food. Host was great and, sommelier was great server wasn’t aware of our table. Runners didn’t leave the proper utensils and we had to wait minutes until server realized or even saw our table. The proper of this comment is for managers to enforce servers and runners comunicacion and training.
Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded on September 1, 2023
We're so grateful you chose to dine with us at Michael's Genuine Food and Drink! We apologize for not providing the exceptional experience we aim for with every guest and greatly value your feedback for improvement.
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OpenTable Diner
Fort Lauderdale
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Just fabulous. The ambience was amazing, the food was delicious, the wine and drinks were divine, and our server was amazing!
Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded on September 1, 2023
Thank you for your kind review of Michael's Genuine Food and Drink! We're thrilled that you enjoyed your dining experience with us, and we hope to have the pleasure of serving you again soon.
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Harrison
Greater Boston
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
Food was amazing and service was good too. It’s a bit loud in there, so just be warned. But it’s a really nice atmosphere and a great dining experience.
Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded on September 1, 2023
We are happy you had a great time at Michael's Genuine Food and Drink! Thank you so much for your feedback!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
The fideos dish was tasty but portion was shockingly small.
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bricksl
New York Area
68 reviews
vip
1.0
68 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall1food1service2ambience2
Worst food in Miami. Tasted like someone opened a pepper shaker and poured it all over our meal. Bartender pretty scatterbrained. Drinks more ice than alcohol. Extremely overpriced. Very disappointed.
Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded on September 1, 2023
We're so grateful you chose to dine with us at Michael's Genuine Food and Drink! We apologize for not providing the exceptional experience we aim for with every guest and greatly value your feedback for improvement.
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JonL
Miami
4 reviews
vip
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall2food1service3ambience5
We went for the Miami Spice the menu deferred from what was posted online, our friend ordered the short rib entrée and it was overcooked and dry.
Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded on September 1, 2023
Thank you for dining with us at Michael's Genuine Food and Drink. We apologize if we didn't meet your expectations, and we value your feedback to help us improve.
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Suzy
Miami
42 reviews
vip
5.0
42 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is always excellent. Their Miami Spice Menu was a real bargain. I did not get it but somone else in my party did and loved it
Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded on September 1, 2023
We're grateful for your review and thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful dining experience at Michael's Genuine Food and Drink. We can't wait to welcome you back!
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SherylD
Miami
7 reviews
vip
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall2food3service2ambience5
Kitchen was extremely slow, waited over 30 minutes for main course after appetizer one of which was minuscule ( Miami spice menu) Bathroom was very dirty and no toilet paper. Expect better in an expensive restaurant. On a bright note the live jazz was very good.
Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded on August 25, 2023
Thank you for dining with us at Michael's Genuine Food and Drink. We apologize if we didn't meet your expectations, and we value your feedback to help us improve.
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OpenTable Diner
Fort Lauderdale
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place with great food and atmosphere. Service was super and management came to the table to check on our satisfaction
Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded on August 25, 2023
Thank you for choosing Michael's Genuine Food and Drink and sharing your valuable feedback. We're thrilled you had a great experience and appreciate your input. We can't wait to have you back soon!
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TomR
Tampa
25 reviews
vip
4.0
25 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall4food5service2ambience4
Had to wait a few minutes before greeted by hostess as she was not there upon arrival. At first service was flowing well until we waited for our main courses which took about 30 minutes after our appetizers. Having to ask for a water refill is also a nuisance while dining. I was glad they offered a Miami Spice menu on the weekend with a good value. I would definitely come back for the Crispy Pork Belly. One of the best I’ve tried.
Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded on August 25, 2023
Thank you for dining with us at Michael's Genuine Food and Drink. We apologize if we didn't meet your expectations, and we value your feedback to help us improve.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We ate at the bar and George was amazing ! Food was excellent and we will return!
Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded on August 25, 2023
We are happy to hear you had a great time at Michael's Genuine Food and Drink! Thank you so much for your feedback!
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BarbaraO
Miami
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great food and service. Amazing Miami Spice menu.
Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded on August 25, 2023
We are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful experience at Michael's Genuine Food and Drink! Thank you for your positive feedback.
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OpenTable Diner
London
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, great service…always a dining pleasure for our family! Thank you…
Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded on September 1, 2023
We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time with us! We look forward to serving you again at Michael's Genuine Food and Drink in the future.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required

FAQs

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Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami is rated 4.5 stars by 6008 OpenTable diners.

Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.