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Rusty Pelican - Miami, Key Biscayne, FL

Rusty Pelican - Miami

4.4 (10417)
$31 to $50
Seafood
3201 Rickenbacker Causeway, Key Biscayne, FL 33149

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 157 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
Known as the hottest destination for locals, celebrities, and tourists alike, the Rusty Pelican offers impressive American cuisine, the freshest local seafood, and an unparalleled view of Miami's skyline.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (305) 361-3818
  • Website
    https://www.therustypelican.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    On Key Biscayne, diners, corporate clients and wedding guests alike are flocking to Rusty Pelican – a waterfront restaurant, lounge and special events venue long known for offering Miami’s most amazing skyline views. Offering the definition of modern dining, the iconic restaurant boasts the legendary view along with great cuisine.
  • Private party facilities
    From the moment your guests step onto our tropical walkway, lined with its own majestic waterfall, they will realize they have arrived at a truly unique location. This landmark restaurant offers a range of private rooms and ballrooms, catering intimate affairs of 20 guests to the most lavish cocktail reception of 1,000.
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    3201 Rickenbacker Causeway, Key Biscayne, FL 33149
  • Neighborhood
    Village of Key Biscayne
  • Cross street
    Rickenbacker Causeway
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 10,417 people are saying

Rusty Pelican - Miami reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Miami - Dade

    Most Booked

  • Key Biscayne

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rusty Pelican in Miami offers "stunning views" of the skyline and ocean, making it a favored spot for many. Guests appreciate the "great food and wine selection," and the ambiance is described as "upscale elegance" with "relaxed seaside vibes." While service experiences vary, the "excellent servers" like Mattias and Darwin frequently receive praise.
10,417 Reviews

  1. AlexanderA

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great from the front desk reception to the weight staff they were all incredible. The food was OK. It was not as expected from a pricey restaurant, but it was OK. The experience was better the ambience and the overall views it was a nice night out I would do it again

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  2. Alejandra

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Yo amo Rusty!!!. Yo pudiera vivir en una esquina Del Mar sin problemas. La comida10/10

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  3. david VIP

    Toronto / Ontario19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A hidden gem on the Biscayne cay island. You have to try this restaurant. Food, service, drinks are amazing.
    Rusty Pelican - MiamiResponded today
    Hi david, Thank you so much for your kind words and the fantastic rating! We're thrilled to hear that you consider Rusty Pelican - Miami a hidden gem on the Biscayne cay island. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our food, service, and drinks. We strive to provide an amazing dining experience for all our guests, and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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  4. Marilyn

    Miami - Dade1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the ambience, the service, the food was yummy. The drinks were really good, little overpriced. I had an old fashioned and my husband had a Manhattan, he said it was good. Our server Jose was wonderful 😊 thank you!!
    Rusty Pelican - MiamiResponded today
    Thanks for the review, Marilyn! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the ambiance, service, and food at Rusty Pelican - Miami. It's great to know that our drinks met your expectations as well! We appreciate your feedback on the pricing and will certainly take it into consideration. We're glad your experience was memorable and that you felt well taken care of. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  5. Gabriele

    Miami - Dade2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience as always! Great service, our server Cyntia was great! Food very good too! 👌
    Rusty Pelican - MiamiResponded today
    Hello Gabriele, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at Rusty Pelican - Miami. It's always a pleasure to serve our valued customers and we're glad that you enjoyed our food and service. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  6. Dana

    Cincinnati / Dayton10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was absolutely perfect except they have different cornbread. It's not the same. It's OK.  I wish they had the old cornbread!  our waitress was very nice and everything was perfect
    Rusty Pelican - MiamiResponded today
    Thanks for visiting us, Dana! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Rusty Pelican - Miami. We appreciate your feedback on our cornbread and will make sure to let our culinary team know about your preference. We're always looking to improve and your input helps us do just that. We're delighted that our service met your expectations and we hope to see you again soon!

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  7. Rajesh

    Miami - Dade5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    What a wonderful spot for a Sunday brunch. Great views sitting outside and solid food and service with plenty of variety for most any palette.
    Rusty Pelican - MiamiResponded 6 days ago
    Hey Rajesh, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your Sunday brunch at Rusty Pelican - Miami. It's fantastic to know that you appreciated our varied menu and the great views. We're also glad that our service met your expectations. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  8. Amanda

    Miami - Dade2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was good, but it was very loud inside and very difficult to get a table outside if you were a group of more than 4. Lobster risotto was delicious and oysters were fairly priced. Keep in mind you pay 11 dollars per bottle of water!
    Rusty Pelican - MiamiResponded 7 days ago
    Hi Amanda, Thank you for your feedback on your experience at Rusty Pelican - Miami. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and found our prices reasonable. We also appreciate your comment about the noise inside and the difficulty in finding a table for larger groups. We're always looking for ways to improve and your feedback is invaluable. We hope to welcome you back soon for another delicious meal. Best regards, The Management Team

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  9. Tiffany

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated our elopement here and it was amazing
    Rusty Pelican - MiamiResponded 7 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Tiffany! We're thrilled to hear that you chose to celebrate your elopement at Rusty Pelican - Miami and had an amazing time. It's wonderful to know that our food, service, and value met your expectations. We strive to make every visit memorable and we're glad we could be part of your special day. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  10. Laurentiu

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I did not back for years. I remember the last time was at a brunch, which was very good. I returned after many years and this time it was outstanding.
    Rusty Pelican - MiamiResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Laurentiu, Thank you so much for your kind words and for giving Rusty Pelican - Miami another chance. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your brunch experience as well as our food this time around. It's always a pleasure to know that our efforts to provide outstanding food and service have been successful. We're looking forward to serving you again soon. Best regards, Rusty Pelican - Miami Management Team

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FAQs

Rusty Pelican - Miami offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Rusty Pelican - Miami also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (305) 361-3818.

Rusty Pelican - Miami is rated 4.4 stars by 10417 OpenTable diners.

Rusty Pelican - 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.

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  2. United States
  3. Miami - Dade
  4. Key Biscayne
  5. Village of Key Biscayne

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 157 times today
Google Map for Rusty Pelican - Miami

3201 Rickenbacker Causeway, Key Biscayne, FL 33149

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Rickenbacker Causeway
  • Neighborhood
    Village of Key Biscayne
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    https://www.therustypelican.com/
  • Phone number
    (305) 361-3818
  • Catering
    On Key Biscayne, diners, corporate clients and wedding guests alike are flocking to Rusty Pelican – a waterfront restaurant, lounge and special events venue long known for offering Miami’s most amazing skyline views. Offering the definition of modern dining, the iconic restaurant boasts the legendary view along with great cuisine.
  • Private party facilities
    From the moment your guests step onto our tropical walkway, lined with its own majestic waterfall, they will realize they have arrived at a truly unique location. This landmark restaurant offers a range of private rooms and ballrooms, catering intimate affairs of 20 guests to the most lavish cocktail reception of 1,000.
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