Best Historic Restaurants in Downtown Miami

33 restaurants available nearby

1. Soya & Pomodoro

4.3

Awesome(509)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown Miami

Booked 5 times today

At Soya & Pomodoro we offer Simple Food Made with Love.

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2. Fratelli Milano Downtown Miami

4.9

Exceptional(1004)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown Miami

Booked 16 times today

From the heart of Milano to the center of Miami, twin brother Chefs Roberto and Emanuele Bearzi, bring their unique talents and passion for authentic Cucina Italiana to Fratelli Milano, a restaurant that offers a genuine taste of home. With over 34 years combined experience in some of the top kitchens in town, Roberto works his magic as Chef de Cuisine, while pastry chef Emanuele fills the air with the scents of homemade pasta, freshly baked bread and confections to delight the most discerning diners. Joined by Roberto’s wife Fiorella, who runs the dining room, this family owned and operated restaurant is located in the historic Ingraham Building at 213 SE 1st Street in Downtown Miami. Serving lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday, the Bearzi family is also available to cater private parties and help you plan your next corporate gathering.

3. Casadonna

4.5

Awesome(256)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown Miami

Booked 34 times today

Casadonna is a Coastal Italian-inspired waterfront restaurant developed in partnership between Groot Hospitality and Tao Group Hospitality. It is housed in the same Mediterranean revival building as Miami’s historic Women’s Club, located in the city’s burgeoning Edgewater neighborhood. In fact, the name “Casadonna” is derived from the setting—it is a fusion of Italian words translating to “house of the woman.”Riviera-style Italian cooking serves as the heart of Casadonna’s cuisine. The menu features the freshest and finest local and imported products, with signature handcrafted dishes. Plates are based around traditional recipes found in the coastal towns of Naples, Taormina, Bari, Positano and Gaeta, and each is presented in a contemporary fashion. Bespoke cocktails and an extensive wine list will complement this approach.

4. Jaya at The Setai

4.5

Awesome(5537)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • South Beach

Booked 185 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.

5. CHICA Miami

4.6

Exceptional(2213)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Morningside

Booked 12 times today

Get ready to set your senses on fire at CHICA, where the flavors are bold and the vibes electric!Nestled in Miami's MiMo district, CHICA is Chef Lorena Garcia's playground of Latin fusion. The menu is a celebration of flavors, from tantalizing ceviches to mouthwatering steaks like our Tableside Tomahawk “Flameado” and Wagyu Picahna a la Trompo. Indulge in CHICA's famous Flaming Skull dessert—a fiery masterpiece as delicious as it is Instagram-worthy.Enjoy Happy Hour daily from 2PM - 7PM, with drinks only on Saturday and Sunday.Fuel your weekdays with our Power Lunch. Dive into endless Mimosas for $35 every Saturday and Sunday.CHICA isn't just a restaurant—it's a lifestyle. Feel the pulse of Latin rhythms and live Latin entertainment during CHICA Nights every Friday and Saturday. Experience the magic of CHICA, where every moment is a culinary adventure.

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6. Casablanca Seafood Bar & Grill

4.5

Awesome(1096)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Downtown Miami

Booked 19 times today

With more than 20 years of experience in the seafood industry, Casablanca is one of Miami"s and the country's most renowned fish markets attracting chefs, TV media attention and area locals. Casablanca Seafood Bar & Grill serves the freshest of the sea to Miami. Reminiscent of Key West, the upscale casual restaurant is located on the beautiful, historic Miami River with a spectacular view of the illuminated downtown Miami. You can dine in our outdoor area and watch the commercial fishing boats pull right on to our back door and unload the days fresh catch.The freshness of our product is the key to our success. We offer a variety of both local and international delectable fresh seafood dishes, fine food prepared to your exacting standards, and award winning and superb service. We are shaping the way people experience life. We have the courage to create experiences that go beyond our guests expectations. COME AND ENJOY AN EXCEPTIONAL DINING EXPERIENCE!

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7. Ocean Grill at The Setai

4.5

Awesome(2369)

Price: Expensive

• International • South Beach

Booked 90 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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8. Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill - South Beach

4.6

Exceptional(1640)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • South Beach

Booked 40 times today

Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill is a vibrant Japanese restaurant and sushi bar. We proudly offer traditional Sushi & Sashimi dishes as well as entrees from our hot kitchen, including Japanese Grilled Short Ribs, Oxtail Fried Rice, BBQ Pork Spare Ribs, Salmon Tobanyaki, and our famous Blue Ribbon Fried Chicken.We are nestled inside the historic Plymouth Hotel 1 block from the Miami Beach Convention Center and across the street from the Bass Museum of Art. We offer seating indoors at the lobbby bar, sushi bar and dining room as well as outdoor seating under our covered canopy or poolside alfresco.

9. Zitz Sum

4.8

Exceptional(68)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese Speciality • Coral Gables

Booked 12 times today

Zitz Sum is a 30 seat seasonal restaurant located inside of an historic building in Coral Gables, Florida. Our story, is a story of resilience, passion & commitment, that is translated in a plate of food, excellent service and unapologetic gracious hospitality. Our current menu is an autobiographical journey reflecting Chef’s experiences and our affinity for Japanese ingredients and technique. We currently offer A la carte menu that changes with the seasons, and a Seven Course Tasting Menu that changes weekly. Our tasting menu consists of playful snacks and bites to get the night going, and an array of our signature and favorite current dishes. Part of the tasting menu is presented in a family style format conducive for sharing and celebrating. Zitz Sum is recipient of a 2022, 2023 & 2024 Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand Award, a 2022 James Beard Foundation Semifinalist for Best New Restaurant and a New York Times 2022 Best 50 Restaurants in America.

10. Byblos Miami

4.7

Exceptional(3949)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • South Beach

Booked 27 times today

Byblos represents a marriage of Eastern Mediterranean cuisine with strong influences from both traditional and local ingredients, using time-honored classic cooking techniques and modern methods. Our chef has created dishes that showcase the regionally-specific spices and flavours of the Eastern Mediterranean seaboard to craft a menu that will be a true coastal and cultural mosaic, served family style in a convivial atmosphere.The recently introduced Lounge at Byblos is a nightlife destination that extends the Byblos Miami dining experience into late night comfort, privacy and glamour. The intimate 2300 square-foot lounge features weekly resident DJ’s, unique entertainment, creative cocktails and bottle service.

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melania
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Best service one of my favorite restaurants in Miami
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Jaya at The SetaiPrice: Expensive• Asian• South Beach
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4.5
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Mario
Miami - Dade •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Wonderful experience. Food was outstanding. Bartender Camila was great. Waiter Enrique was very attentive. The music and show was fun. Manager accommodated us and sat us at a table that was perfect. Valet let us park in front. It was my wife’s birthday and she loved it. This was Recommended to us and it did not disappoint. Great vibe!
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CHICA MiamiPrice: Expensive• Latin American• Morningside
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4.6
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LaQuanna
Chicago / Illinois •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
From the service, to the food to the vibe everything was amazing! This is my 3rd time going and it was amazing. I def recommend.
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CasadonnaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown Miami
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4.5
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MaureenVIP
Miami - Dade •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent dining experience! The food was authentic Italian, the grilled veges was outstanding, also the Rucola E Mandorle Salad which had pears, arugula goat cheese and the chicken soup ( soup of the day)were all sooo delicious! Also, all of us broke down and had the Papperdelle Milano and couldn’t say enough wonderful things about it! Tender filet, Italian gravy was perfect and wide noodles cooked to perfection! Desserts were made in house and the crème brûlée was my absolute favorite! Prices are super reasonable for Miami area and the Waiter was incredible! He’s been there 17 years, knew the menu inside out and all wait staff and bus boys worked together for a perfect experience!
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Fratelli Milano Downtown MiamiPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown Miami
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4.9
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Heidi
Miami - Dade •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 Dec 2024
From the moment you enter and see the funky, eclectic decor, you know that you're in a welcoming space. You'll be warmly greeted and seated. The menu offers enough plates to allow for a variety of palates, but few enough that allow them to be perfected. The homemade pasta dishes are always an excellent choice, the salads are fresh and the panini are lovely. If you love eggplant parmigiani, you're in luck. And the dessert menu is divine!
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Soya & PomodoroPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown Miami
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4.3

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33 restaurants available nearby

1. Soya & Pomodoro

2. Fratelli Milano Downtown Miami

3. Casadonna

4. Jaya at The Setai

5. CHICA Miami

6. Casablanca Seafood Bar & Grill

7. Ocean Grill at The Setai

8. Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill - South Beach

9. Zitz Sum

10. Byblos Miami

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