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Joe's Stone Crab

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8.5
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Joe's Stone Crab

8.5
11 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA
OpenUntil 10:00 PM·$$$$·Seafood

Miami Beach's legendary stone crab institution, serving iconic claws and key lime pie since 1913

SeafoodFine Dining$$$$South of Fifth

About Joe's Stone Crab

Joe's Stone Crab is one of America's most storied seafood restaurants, a Miami Beach institution that has been drawing crowds since Joe Weiss opened his humble lunch counter in 1913. Located at 11 Washington Avenue in the South of Fifth neighborhood, this James Beard Foundation America's Classic delivers the definitive stone crab experience: fresh claws boiled, chilled, and served with the restaurant's legendary mustard sauce.

The cavernous, bustling dining room attracts an eclectic mix of celebrities, politicians, locals, and tourists who come for the sustainably harvested crab claws, creamed spinach, hash browns, and the iconic key lime pie. With a Michelin Guide listing, a full bar, private dining rooms, valet parking, and reservations now accepted through OpenTable, Joe's balances old-school Miami charm with modern hospitality.

The $100+ price point reflects the premium quality of its world-famous crustacean offerings — this is a bucket-list dining experience that no Miami visit is complete without.

Highlights

Group Celebrations
Date Night
Family Vacation
Signature Stone Crab Claws
Signature Key Lime Pie
Private Events
Reservations Recommended
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8.5
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Service
8.0
Ambience
9.0
Food Quality
9.0
Value for Money
6.0
Location
9.0

Buzzing

DaysSaturday
TimesPeak hours

Relaxed

DaysMonday or Tuesday
Times11:30 AM–2:30 PM

Reservations are recommended. Weekday lunch on Wednesday or Thursday is the quietest window, with occupancy in the 40–52% range from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM. They offer a happy hour — ask about current specials. A typical dinner runs $100+ per person. Valet parking is available.

Open Until 10:00 PM

Monday5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Thursday11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Friday11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Saturday11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sunday11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Reviews

Highly rated across platforms (4.5/5 on Google with 11,176 reviews; 4.7 on OpenTable; 4.3 on TripAdvisor) with consistent praise for the stone crab quality and iconic atmosphere. The primary recurring complaint is long wait times, even with reservations.

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Signature Dishes

Stone Crab Claws

Florida stone crab claws boiled, chilled, and served with Joe's legendary signature mustard sauce — the dish that made this restaurant famous.

Key Lime Pie

Refreshing and slightly creamy slice of classic Florida key lime pie, the definitive way to end a meal at Joe's.

Creamed Spinach

A beloved classic side dish, mentioned in over 100 reviews as one of the essential accompaniments to the stone crab.

Hash Browns

Crispy, golden hash browns — a surprisingly iconic side that ranks among the most frequently mentioned dishes in reviews.

Stone Crab Bisque

Rich, velvety crab bisque made from the restaurant's signature stone crab, cited by reviewers as a standout starter.

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