The best restaurants in Miami, updated September 2026

Giselle Miami

Seductive rooftop dining blending French, Asian, and Mediterranean flavors in Downtown Miami

Downtown Miami · Asian Fusion · $$$$

Included inBest New RestaurantBest Rooftop DiningBest Date Night

Giselle is a dazzling rooftop restaurant and cocktail lounge in Downtown Miami's Arts & Entertainment District, blending French technique, Asian intrigue, and Mediterranean warmth into a bold, seductive dining journey. Guests arrive via a private elevator to a fully retractable-roof space wrapped in Italian marble, mirrored tiles, and an exclusive Dream Room draped in French lace and baroque detailing.

Cafe La Trova

Retro Cuban supper club on Calle Ocho with handcrafted cocktails and live Trova music

Calle Ocho · Cuban · $$$

Included inMichelin RecommendedTravelers' Choice 2025Good cooking (recommended)

Cafe La Trova brings the golden age of Havana nightlife to Little Havana's Calle Ocho, pairing James Beard Award winning Chef Michelle Bernstein's contemporary Cuban-style cooking with legendary bartender Julio Cabrera's artisanal cocktail program. The 3,000-square-foot space channels vintage Cuba through its decor, live Trova musicians, and a spirited crowd that spills onto the dance floor as the night goes on.

L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon

Two-Michelin-starred French counter dining from the legendary Joël Robuchon in the Design District

Design District · French · $$$$

Included in2 Michelin StarsTravelers' Choice

L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon brings the late chef's legendary Modern French concept to Miami's Design District, holding the distinction of being the only two-Michelin-starred restaurant in South Florida. The signature 34-seat counter faces directly into the open kitchen, letting guests watch chefs plate iconic dishes like seared scallops with cilantro broth and coconut foam, or the celebrated le chocolat sensation.

Sunny’s Steakhouse

Upscale steakhouse and pasta bar bringing old-meets-new Florida swagger to Little River

Little River · Steakhouse · $$$$

Included inMichelin RecommendedBest Steakhouses in FloridaTravelers' Choice

Sunny's Steakhouse is a buzzing Little River destination from the team behind Jaguar Sun, reimagining the classic American steakhouse with a Florida-forward twist. Guests come for dry-aged steaks and the beloved hanger steak, but the blue crab agnolotti, wagyu carpaccio, and famous Parker House rolls draw just as much attention.

COTE Miami

Michelin-starred Korean steakhouse grilling premium beef in Miami's Design District

Design District · Korean · $$$$

Included inMichelin StarJames Beard Award NomineeTravelers' Choice 2025

COTE Miami brings America's first and only Michelin-starred Korean steakhouse concept to the Design District, pairing the theater of tableside Korean barbecue with the polish of a classic American steakhouse. Guests grill USDA Prime and American Wagyu cuts at smokeless tabletop grills, sourced from an in-house dry aging room, while enjoying banchan, house-made kimchi, and dishes like Galbi and the Kimchi Wagyu Paella.

Casadonna

Upscale Italian dining on the Edgewater waterfront with a lively bar scene

Edgewater · Italian · $$$$

Casadonna brings upscale Italian dining to Edgewater's Bayshore Drive corridor, pairing branzino, truffle risotto, and tuna tartare with a menu that draws a steady stream of celebrations, birthdays, and date nights. The dining room and outdoor patio lean romantic and trendy, with guests frequently singling out the outdoor seating and bar area as the best spot to settle in for the evening.

Ogawa Miami

Michelin-starred omakase counter bringing an authentic Japanese kaiseki experience to Little River

Little River · Japanese · $$$$

Included inMichelin Star

Ogawa is a 12-seat omakase counter in Little River helmed by Chef Masayuki Komatsu, serving a kaiseki-style progression of composed seasonal courses built around fish flown in daily from Japan. The one-Michelin-starred restaurant sits inside MoMo Studio behind a private entrance and a small Japanese garden, and offers just two seatings a night, Tuesday through Saturday at 6 and 9:30pm.

Zuma Miami

Upscale Japanese izakaya dining with Miami River views in Downtown Miami

Downtown Miami · Japanese · $$$$

Included inTravelers' Choice 2025

Zuma Miami brings chef Rainer Becker's internationally acclaimed modern Japanese izakaya concept to the heart of Downtown Miami, marking the brand's first US location since opening in 2010. Set inside the Kimpton EPIC Hotel overlooking the Miami River, the restaurant pairs a sleek, minimalist dining room with a sushi counter, robata grill, and a waterfront terrace where guests can watch passing yachts.

Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse

All-you-can-eat Brazilian churrasco with tableside carving in the heart of Coral Gables

Coral Gables · Brazilian · $$$$

Included inTravelers' Choice

Fogo de Chão brings the centuries-old Brazilian tradition of churrasco to Ponce de Leon Blvd, just steps from Miracle Mile in Coral Gables. Gaucho chefs circle the dining room with skewers of fire-roasted picanha, fraldinha, filet mignon, lamb chops and more, carving each cut tableside for as long as guests want to eat.

Hakkasan Miami

Award-winning modern Cantonese cuisine and dim sum inside the iconic Fontainebleau

Mid-Beach · Chinese · $$$$

Included inMichelin RecommendedForbes Travel Guide Recommended 2023Travelers' Choice 2022

Hakkasan Miami brings the globally acclaimed Cantonese dining concept to the Fontainebleau Miami Beach, serving modern Chinese fare in a dramatic, moody dining room defined by ornate wooden slat dividers, sleek marble tables, and low, sultry lighting. Executive Chef Chee Ping Chang leads a kitchen known for elevated dim sum, Peking duck, and seafood-forward Cantonese classics, backed by an extensive wine and sake list and a lively bar scene with craft cocktails.

Stubborn Seed - Miami Beach

Michelin-starred tasting menus with bold Latin and Asian influences in South of Fifth

South of Fifth · American · $$$$

Included inMichelin StarAAA Four Diamond AwardTravelers' Choice

Stubborn Seed is Chef Jeremy Ford's Michelin-starred fine dining destination on a lively South of Fifth corner of Miami Beach. The Top Chef Season 13 winner and James Beard Award Semi-Finalist leads a kitchen that transforms honest, seasonal ingredients (many sourced from the restaurant's own organic farm in Redland) into bold, precise tasting menus with Latin and Asian influences.

Joe's Stone Crab

Miami Beach's legendary stone crab institution since 1913

South of Fifth · Seafood · $$$$

Included inMichelin RecommendedAmerica's ClassicTravelers' Choice 2025

Joe's Stone Crab has been a Miami Beach landmark since 1913, serving the city's most famous stone crab claws with signature mustard sauce in a sprawling, historic dining room in South of Fifth. This James Beard Foundation America's Classic remains a must-visit for locals and tourists alike, drawing crowds for jumbo stone crab claws, creamed spinach, hash browns, and the restaurant's beloved key lime pie.

Bombay Darbar

Authentic North Indian fine dining with exotic decor in the heart of Coconut Grove

Coconut Grove · Indian · $$$

Bombay Darbar brings authentic Indian cuisine to Coconut Grove in a spacious, elegant dining room filled with exotic decor and colorful lighting. The menu spans North Indian classics like butter chicken, chicken tikka masala, and mango chicken curry alongside biryanis, tandoori specialties, and a range of vegetarian and vegan dishes.

The Surf Club Restaurant

Thomas Keller's Michelin-starred Continental cuisine inside the historic Surf Club

Surfside · American · $$$$

Included inMichelin StarTravelers' Choice

The Surf Club Restaurant brings Chef Thomas Keller's take on Continental cuisine to the storied grounds of the Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club in Surfside. Housed in a beautifully restored 1930s Art Deco landmark, the dining room pairs vintage glamour, a handsome bar, plush banquettes, and amber lighting with polished, professional service.

Daniel's Miami

Upscale steakhouse in Coral Gables known for wagyu, caviar and impeccable service

Coral Gables · Steakhouse · $$$$

Daniel's Miami is an upscale steakhouse in Coral Gables serving wagyu beef, dry-aged cuts, caviar and seafood alongside a full bar known for craft cocktails and an extensive wine list. The dining room draws locals and visitors for date nights, birthdays and celebrations, with guests consistently pointing to the crab cake, hanger steak, twice baked potato and soft serve ice cream as standouts.

Bulla Gastrobar Coral Gables

Vibrant Spanish tapas and sangria in the heart of Coral Gables

Coral Gables · Spanish · $$$

Included inRestaurants From Spain AwardTravelers' Choice

Bulla Gastrobar's original Coral Gables location has been a local favorite for years, serving authentic Spanish and Catalan small plates just steps from Miracle Mile and Ponce de Leon Blvd. The lively, upscale-casual dining room and outdoor patio buzz with energy during happy hour, weekend brunch, and nightly dinner service.

Mandolin Aegean Bistro

Aegean garden bistro serving refined Greek and Turkish mezze in the Design District

Design District · Greek · $$$

Included inBib GourmandTravelers' Choice

Set inside a restored 1930s home with a lush courtyard, Mandolin Aegean Bistro brings the flavors of the Greek islands and Turkish coast to Miami's Design District. Founded by husband-and-wife team Ahmet Erkaya and Anastasia Koutsioukis, this Michelin Bib Gourmand-recognized bistro is known for mezze-heavy sharing plates like baked feta, mantı dumplings, grilled octopus, and beef souvlaki, paired with sangria and a thoughtful wine list.

CVI.CHE 105

Award-winning Peruvian ceviche and cocktails in the heart of Downtown Miami

Downtown Miami · Peruvian · $$$

Included inTravelers' Choice AwardTop Rated RestaurantFeatured Review

CHE 105 is a vibrant Peruvian restaurant and cocktail bar in Downtown Miami, celebrated for its extensive ceviche menu, tiraditos, and classic dishes like aji de gallina and lomo saltado prepared by celebrity chef Juan Chipoco. The sleek, art-filled dining room buzzes with energy, drawing a hip mix of locals, tourists, and groups looking for a lively night out paired with pisco-driven cocktails, sangria, and lychee martinis.

Amal Miami

Lebanese and Mediterranean sharing plates in a lively Coconut Grove dining room

Coconut Grove · Mediterranean · $$$

Amal brings Lebanese and Mediterranean cooking to Main Highway in Coconut Grove, with a menu built around shareable mezze like hummus, baba ganoush, muhammara and kibbeh nayeh alongside grilled kebabs and whole branzino. The dining room is upscale yet warm, with a bar, rooftop seating and live music that keeps the room energetic on weekend nights.

Yardbird Table & Bar

Award-winning Southern comfort food and bourbon in the heart of South Beach

South Beach · Southern · $$$

Included inJames Beard Foundation RecognitionBon Appétit FeatureForbes Feature

Yardbird Table & Bar is a beloved Southern restaurant on Lenox Avenue near Lincoln Road, known for elevating comfort food classics with cherished family recipes and genuine hospitality. Guests flock here for the famous fried chicken, watermelon salad, deviled eggs, and lobster mac and cheese, all paired with an award-winning bourbon selection and craft cocktails.

Nobu Miami

Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's Japanese-Peruvian fusion inside the iconic Eden Roc on Miami Beach

Mid-Beach · Japanese · $$$$

Included inWorld's Best Awards 2022Travelers' Choice Award

Nobu Miami brings Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's world-famous Japanese-Peruvian fusion cuisine to the oceanfront Eden Roc Miami Beach in Mid-Beach. Known globally for dishes like Black Cod with Miso, this outpost pairs sleek, upscale decor with a lively, celebrity-favorite energy that draws locals and tourists alike.

Osteria Positano

Amalfi Coast-inspired Italian dining and pizza steps from the sand in South Beach

South Beach · Italian · $$$

Included inTravelers' Choice Best of the Best 2025

Osteria Positano brings the flavors of Italy's Amalfi Coast to the heart of South Beach, tucked inside The Marlin Hotel on Collins Avenue. The menu leans into homemade pastas like lobster ravioli, truffle gnocchi, and osso buco ravioli, alongside wood-fired pizzas and tableside specials such as truffle alfredo prepared in a giant cheese wheel.

STK Steakhouse

High-energy steakhouse and DJ lounge serving prime beef inside the 1 Hotel South Beach

Mid-Beach · Steakhouse · $$$$

Included inTripAdvisor Travelers' Choice

STK Steakhouse brings its signature Vibe Dining concept to Mid-Beach, blending a traditional steakhouse menu with the energy of a nightclub. Located inside the 1 Hotel & Homes on Collins Avenue, the space pairs prime cuts, wagyu tacos, and truffle butter sides with craft cocktails and an in-house DJ spinning through the night.

Café Bastille Downtown Miami

All-day French brunch and bakery fare in the heart of Downtown Miami

Downtown Miami · French · $$

Included inTravelers' Choice 2025

Café Bastille brings a slice of Paris to Downtown Miami with an all-day menu of French and Mediterranean brunch, breakfast, and lunch favorites. Known for classics like eggs benedict, pistachio pancakes, avocado toast, and steak and eggs, this casual cafe pairs buttery croissants and crepes with expertly crafted coffee, mimosas, and cocktails.

Mignonette Downtown

Retro-cool oyster bar serving fresh seafood in a converted 1930s Edgewater gas station

Edgewater · Seafood · $$$

Included inMichelin RecommendedTravelers' Choice

Housed in a former 1930s gas station across from the city cemetery, Mignonette Downtown is Chef Danny Serfer's celebrated oyster bar in Edgewater. The warehouse-style space blends retro charm with cozy booths and floor-to-ceiling windows, creating a room that feels equally right for a solo dinner in flip-flops or a date night in a dinner jacket.