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1. Makoto - Bal Harbour
4.8
Exceptional(3997)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Bal Harbour
Booked 163 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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2. Amara at Paraiso
4.6
Exceptional(4958)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Edgewater
Booked 22 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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3. Phuc Yea
4.6
Exceptional(1283)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • MiMo / Upper East Side
Booked 16 times today
Phuc Yea offers a selection of shareable plates that capture the soulfulness and passion behind family-rooted recipes, the restaurant is inspired by Aniece Meinhold's Vietnamese heritage and Cesar Zapata's Third Coast culinary roots. Under one roof, guests are invited to marvel at Biscayne's blossoming Mimo District; embrace 90's hip-hop, street-cool music; and enjoy Cesar's version of Viet- Cajun cuisine - a lively mash up of fresh and colorful Vietnamese ingredients pumped up with spicy, bold Cajun flavors. This grown up version of Phuc Yea is largely seafood driven.Brunch features a dim sum style menu that highlights classic American brunch preparations. It is at brunch, Chef Zapata will feature his Gulf and Southern influences more prominently while still integrating Vietnamese breakfast tradition.
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4. Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami
4.6
Exceptional(6436)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Design District
Booked 28 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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5. Le Zoo
4.7
Exceptional(2137)
Price: Moderate
• French • Bal Harbour
Booked 89 times today
Le Zoo is an energetic celebration of timeless French-Mediterranean flavors. Capturing the coveted common ground between European elegance and effortless South Florida sophistication, the 200-seat restaurant is a special place where gilded Old World decor plays alongside tropical planters and vintage French design touches. The food, drawing deeply from the refined cooking of Provence, is a transporting experience, ranging from the freshest fruits de mer and chic pizzas to pristine carpaccios, tartares and other signatures of Gallic coastal cuisine. Serving lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, Le Zoo brings out Francophile in all of us.
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6. CHICA Miami
4.6
Exceptional(2205)
Price: Expensive
• Latin American • Morningside
Booked 6 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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7. Blue Collar
4.7
Exceptional(1307)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • MiMo / Upper East Side
Booked 5 times today
Established in 2012 as Miami's premier destination for contemporary comfort, Blue Collar is the labor of love from Chef Daniel Serfer ( New Times Best chef 2015), a Miami native. We offer an unprecedented selection of amazing meats and vegetables, served from a menu that allows you to customize your plate exactly how you want it. If you'd like to have a gut busting indulgent cheat meal, we got you. At the same time if you wanna keep it super light or even vegetarian/vegan, we can cover that too. Rounding out the menu is an exceptional selection of cocktails, craft beers, cocktails, and fine wines. Save room for dessert, our Heath Bar and Butterscotch bread pudding is legendary. Don't forget about our amazing happy hour M_F 4-7. Please note that we are currently not accepting reservations larger than 6 people.
A photo of Lido Restaurant and Champagne Bar at The Surf Club restaurant
8. Lido Restaurant and Champagne Bar at The Surf Club
4.8
Exceptional(738)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Surfside
Booked 30 times today
Lido Restaurant and Champagne Bar at The Surf Club is a hot spot for its top-notch service, inviting ambiance, and consistently delicious food. Reviewers consistently give high ratings, with many noting the exceptional service and beautiful setting. The restaurant's unique blend of Italian cuisine and oceanfront dining, along with the availability of a prix fixe Brunch and Sunday Champagne Bar, make it a favorite among locals and visitors alike.
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9. Salvaje
4.4
Awesome(1455)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Midtown Miami
Booked 24 times today
SALVAJE is a RoofTop Experience where you will find a fusion of Mediterranean Japanese gastronomy while enjoying an equally exquisite architectural design and a relaxed atmosphere that lifts you as the night approaches with our resident DJ performing live every night.The phenomenon that began in Panama City and is now all over the world, in cities as Madrid, Dubai, Valencia, Bogota, Mexico City, Guatemala, and others, has brought artists and celebrities from Hollywood and other corners of the world, to our doorstep, becoming a hot spot in every town.We take phone calls from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m., however there might be a little delay to answer calls during service hours. Please text us if we weren't able to take your call.**Friendly reminder we do not accept cakes and ballons into the restaurant.**
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10. dōma
4.8
Exceptional(1741)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Wynwood
Booked 7 times today
Located in the Wynwood art district of Miami, dōma is a neighborhood restaurant featuring Mediterranean inspired, Southern Italian cuisine. The Doma team brings their heritage from Italy and designed a contemporary menu that includes a number of classic Italian dishes as well as more modern selections.Our menu is focused on sourcing local ingredients, always serving the freshest and best available quality ingredients in season from Florida and neighboring states - Seafood and fish are the highlights of the menu.We are currently open for both indoor and outdoor dining on our terrace. Ask about our Wine Case deals, available via takeout and delivery, featuring an array of special priced wines by the bottle, hand-picked by our owner Luca Lomonaco.
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