Red Rooster Overtown

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Red Rooster Overtown

920 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33136, USA
ClosedOpens 5:00 PM·$$$·$50–100 per person·Southern

Soul food, craft cocktails, and live music in the heart of Miami's historic Overtown

SouthernCasual Dining$$$OvertownMichelin RecommendedBest Ice Cream in Miami – The Creamery at Red Rooster Overtown 2023View Menu

About Red Rooster Overtown

Red Rooster Overtown brings the spirit of Chef Marcus Samuelsson's legendary Harlem restaurant to Miami's historic Overtown neighborhood. Set inside a beautifully restored space that once housed Clyde Killen's Pool Hall, this American comfort food destination serves Southern classics elevated with Caribbean and global influences — think oxtail and grits, deviled eggs with crispy chicken skin, jalapeño-buttered cornbread, and smokestack ribs.

The jewel-box dining room buzzes nightly, while the upstairs Pool Hall hosts weekly live music, DJ nights, and community events. A vibrant outdoor patio adds to the atmosphere.

The restaurant actively celebrates Overtown's rich cultural heritage by hiring locally, sourcing from neighborhood purveyors, and platforming local artists and musicians. Brunch on weekends is a full buffet experience with bottomless mimosas.

With a 4.5-star Google rating across 4,000+ reviews and recognition from the Michelin Guide, Red Rooster Overtown is both a neighborhood anchor and a Miami dining destination.

Expect to spend $50–100 per person.

Highlights

Group Celebrations
Date Night
History Buff
Signature M's Cornbread
Signature Oxtail & Grits
Garden
Live Entertainment
Private Events

Dining Essentials

Dress Code

Business Casual

Typical Visit

1.5-2 hours

Chef

Marcus Samuelsson

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Verified
8.3
/10
Service
7.0

Ambience
9.0

Food Quality
9.0

Value for Money
7.0

Location
8.0

Score derived from 6,900+ public reviews

Buzzing

DaysFriday
Times7–10 PM

Relaxed

DaysWeekdays
TimesOff-peak hours

Reservations are recommended. Saturday sees steady crowds from brunch (11 AM–3 PM) through dinner into late night. They offer a happy hour — ask about current specials. A typical dinner runs $50–100 per person. On-site parking is available.

Closed Opens 5:00 PM

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday5:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Thursday5:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Friday5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM – 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM – 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM

Reviews

Highly rated (4.5/5 on Google across 4,000+ reviews) with enthusiastic praise for the food, atmosphere, and cultural experience; TripAdvisor shows 3.9/5 with some service inconsistencies noted.

Signature DishesAtmosphere & VibeCultural Experience

Signature Dishes

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M's Cornbread

$12

Warm cornbread served with sweet honey butter and caramelized plantain chutney — the restaurant's most talked-about dish.

Oxtail & Grits

Slow-braised oxtail served over smoky smoked Gouda grits with tender spinach and sweet piquillo peppers.

Lexington Deviled Eggs

$12

Deviled eggs topped with truffle chive vinaigrette and crispy chicken skin for a rich, savory Southern bite.

Smokestack Ribs

$19

Smoky glazed ribs — a crowd favorite mentioned frequently in guest reviews.

Conch Fritters

$18

Golden-fried conch fritters served with zesty Calypso sauce and charred lemon.

Rooster Basket

$20

Shareable basket of warm cornbread, pimento cheese biscuits, and flatbread with honey butter, collard pesto, plantain chutney, and seasonal pickles.

Cast-Iron Yucca Fries

$15

Crispy yucca fries finished with smoky spice and hot honey, served with creamy green ranch.

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