Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Miami - Dade

OpenTable

Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in Miami - Dade? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Kojin

4.9

4.9 (44)

$50 and over

Asian

Coral Gables

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Coral Gables, Kojin serves modern American cuisine with a Japanese twist. Helmed by Chefs Pedro & Katherine Mederos, Kojin offers an elevated dining experience and extensive menu, including a variety of flame-grilled dishes and fresh seafood, prepared using innovative culinary techniques.
Building on the success of the chefs' first restaurant which entered the Michelin Guide for two consecutive years, Kojin aims to serve guests the highest-quality ingredients at their peak seasonality and freshness, whether that means sourcing produce from local Florida farmers or importing ingredients from Japan.
Kojin's warm, stylish ambiance centers around its open kitchen where you can see the chefs at work. Kojin is available for private events upon request. Whatever the occasion, Chefs Pedro and Katherine hope to make you feel right at home at Kojin.

Top review

Ismael

Dined 7 days ago

Having eaten here before, we loved the opportunity to revisit to decorate holiday cookies. It was the PERFECT date night experience. Not only did we have fun decorating, but the actual cookies were absolutely delicious...honestly, I've never had such buttery cookies before. Kojin continues to be a great spot with a vibe all it's own and I cannot recommend it enough!

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New Years Eve Dinner

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"Special Trip" Chef's Tasting Menu

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"Detour" Chef's Tasting Menu

Sushi Bar Miami Beach

4.9

4.9 (26)

$50 and over

Sushi

South Beach

About the restaurant

Sushi | Bar is an intimate Omakase that serves up a whimsy of its namesake fare in 17 courses. Hidden off of Espanola in the Esme hotel lies an intimate counter housing 12 prized seats where you will sit right up to the chef’s cutting boards. Relax and enjoy as the chefs prepare a playful reverie on modern nigiri and other delicacies from both land and sea in a free form interpretive take on the traditional sushi counter experience where you can expect unexpected riffs on beloved standards.

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Andrew

Dined on 22 Oct 2024

Epic!!! There is no better dining experience in Miami. The food, the service, the intimate atmosphere, I cannot say enough about how amazing this place is. Honestly we wanted to stay for the second seating it was so good. Do yourself a favor and book a spot here asap!!

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Chef's Omakase Menu

MAYU

4.9

4.9 (58)

$50 and over

Peruvian

Brickell

About the restaurant

Rooted in Andean culture and the richness of the Quechua language, we invite you into the immerse culinary experience of “MAYU”; Quechua for celestial sky river. Located in the heart of Brickell, we invite you to the participate in the magic and mysticism behind Peruvian cuisine. Elevating Peruvian classic ceviches and sushis, including our signature dish: Saqsaywaman Alpaca Tiradito, MAYU is a semi-fine dining restaurant bringing indigenous cooking techniques directly from the the Andes. Offering indoor, outdoor and private dining spaces, and in the spirit of servitude and cultivating community, we look forward to hosting you.
As we say in Kichwa, Allin mikuna, bon appetite.

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AleVIP

Dined on 19 Dec 2024

Simply delicious. The presentation of the dishes was beautiful. Can’t wait to go back again.

Bon Bouquet Cafe

4.8

4.8 (27)

$30 and under

Cafe Dining

South Beach

About the restaurant

Welcome to Bon Bouquet Cafe, located in 3865 Indian Creek Dr. In the vibrant Faena District and Mid Beach area of Miami! We are here to provide our customers with a unique and enjoyable experience that combines the classic French cafe culture with the glamour of Miami. Our goal is to ensure that each and every customer feels like the most important person in the world through our exceptional service and unique and creative menus.

Join us at Bon Bouquet Cafe for a delightful culinary experience that is infused with French-inspired cuisine and served with a side of Miami Beach vibes.

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Yoirs

Dined on 18 Dec 2024

I had a wonderful meal while visiting Miami Beach. The ambience and food was amazing.

EntreNos

4.8

4.8 (43)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Miami Shores

About the restaurant

A "Love Letter to Florida". Inspired by the farmers, fishermen and ranchers, chefs Evan Burgess and Osmel Gonzalez pay homage to the beautiful products found in the Sunshine State.

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paolo

Dined 3 days ago

Great experience ! Tables are little and service is sometimes slow but the overall experience is 5*****

Yaya Coastal Cuisine

4.8

4.8 (22)

$50 and over

Mediterranean

North Bay Village

About the restaurant

YAYA Coastal Cuisine is situated on the bay in North Miami with stunning panoramic water & skyline views from its terraces and floor to ceiling windows.

YAYA aims to create a dining experience that not only tantalizes the taste buds but also transports our guests to a coastal paradise, bringing Mediterranean vibes to Miami.

The menu features a diverse array of dishes, from fresh seafood including crudo and grilled head-on prawns to hot mezze featuring flaming saganaki and crispy zucchini & eggplant.
Highlights include "Uni in Seawater”, Maine Lobster Cobb Salad, Bone in Ribeye "Buttero" with Salsa Verde and a Whole Spanish Dorade with watercress and fennel.

YAYA Coastal Cuisine invites you to discover the beautiful locale, extraordinary ambiance, excellent cuisine and aesthetic charm it has on offer.

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alanVIP

Dined 1 day ago

First time at Ya Ya and it did not disappoint! The food was excellent and the ambiance is very nice. Unfortunately, the weather did not cooperate and we weren’t able to enjoy the rear patio. The restaurant features a lovely bar. I am a self described vodka snob and I would encourage consideration for a better selection. We sat in the private room and it afforded us a more intimate dining experience. Valet and the woman who greeted us did a great job. Give Ya Ya a try, it won’t disappoint.

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New Year's Eve YAYA Style 2nd Seating

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New Year's Eve YAYA style First seating

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New Years Day Brunch

Balan's

4.7

4.7 (373)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Brickell

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Brickell, Balans is a family-owned restaurant serving the community all day, every day. From breakfast to late-night dining, we’re here to meet all your cravings. Start your morning with our freshly brewed coffee, enjoy lunch and dinner with a variety of flavorful dishes, and indulge in our craft cocktails in the evening. Our vibrant Happy Hour runs daily from 3-7pm, featuring house specialties and much more. Whether you’re seated in our beautiful dining room or on the best terrace in Brickell, you’ll experience exceptional service and a welcoming atmosphere. Our friendly team is always happy to recommend menu items and drinks to enhance your visit, including our selection of over 50 tequilas. Join us at Balans and make us your go-to spot for every occasion in Brickell!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5 Oct 2024

Great atmosphere, you can feel the British pub vibe. The food was delicious, pastry feel fresh, service super good

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Breakfast in Brickell

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Bottomless Brunch

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The Best Everyday Happy Hour in Brickell

Los Fuegos – Faena Hotel Miami Beach

4.7

4.7 (1570)

$50 and over

Argentinian

South Beach

About the restaurant

Born from a passion for the ancient art of South American live-fire cooking, Argentine grillmaster Francis Mallmann creates a contemporary asado experience with an open-fire kitchen, local ingredients and a gaucho’s touch to transform traditional rustic recipes into sophisticated, savory dishes.

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HarryVIP

Dined on 21 Dec 2024

Hard to believe that we paid a lot and I still can say “we got value for our money”. The service was knowledgeable and friendly. Realizing that we had 3 children in our 3 generation party of 6 and that children at times “cannot wait” service made sure that bread and then appetizers arrived rapidly. The food as usual was outstanding from start to finish. When the staff realized that it was my birthday they added to our desert collection a birthday cake plus candle. On top of the great food we all experienced life music plus performance of talented dancers. An unforgettable night.

PLANTA Queen - Coconut Grove

4.7

4.7 (69)

$30 and under

Vegetarian / Vegan

Coconut Grove

About the restaurant

PLANTA Queen is a celebration of innovative and plant-based Asian-inspired cuisine by Chef David Lee, served in a high energy and beautifully-designed space with an overflow of fun, late-night vibes. PLANTA Queen Coconut Grove stays true to signatures like Truffle Udon and Bang Bang Broccoli while expanding plant-powered horizons in the way of sushi, dumplings, sustainably-crafted cocktails, and more. PLANTA Queen reimagines and reinvents plant-based dining, providing flavorful (and fun) proof that the power of plants can change the world.

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Jonathan

Dined on 20 Dec 2024

We came from ft Myers fl to Brickell for other reasons but mainly drive to Coconut Grove to eat here. Our first experience with this restaurant was in Chicago. We love the unique way of preparing and executing the many dishes. We enjoyed all the foods we ordered and so sorry we could eat more and twice as sorry that we it will be awhile before we can enjoy your wonderful foods again. Why don’t you have a place in Naples. That’s closer for us.

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Brunch - $30 Unlimited Mimosas

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Maki Monday

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Pour Decision Wednesday

Café Americano Ocean

4.6

4.6 (150)

$30 and under

Contemporary American