At one time, Miami ’s restaurants were not well-regarded, with diners often unimpressed by the quality of cuisine, price or service on offer by the city’s establishments.
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However, in recent years Miami’s culinary reputation has undergone a welcome renaissance, and the city now features a wealth of internationally acclaimed restaurants, the finest of which Elite Traveler shares here.
PALME D’OR
Cuisine: French
Style / Ambiance: Located in the architecturally impressive Biltmore Hotel, the Palme d’Or restaurant more than lives up to its surroundings.
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By GlobalDataChef Philippe Ruiz has created an excellent menu of French culinary delights, and guests can custom design their own dining experience around 20-plus offered tasting dishes. Consistently regarded and rated as one of Miami’s finest dining destinations, the restaurant offers exceptional service and a fine wine list amid a modern yet classy décor. Those looking for a romantic evening of exceptional food enjoyed in beautiful surroundings need look no further.
Head Chef: Arnaud Berthelier
+ 1 305 913 3201
Palme d’Or, 1200 Anastasia Avenue, Coral Gables, 33134
JOE’S STONE CRAB
Cuisine: Local Seafood
Style / Ambiance: Since its opening in 1913, Joe’s Stone Crab has remained a perennial favorite among locals in Miami.
Joe’s specialises in the delicious local stone crab, as well as other regional seafood. Expect a lively time in Joe’s; there’s no reservation policy, but don’t let the idea of a packed house put you off, the atmosphere is always great. Celebrities such as Madonna, Billy Joel, Muhammad Ali and Presidents Bill Clinton, George W and George H W Bush have all attended this Miami Mecca, and all have left having enjoyed the finest stone crab in Miami.
Maître d’: Ed Witte
+1 305 673 0365
11 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, 33139
NOBU MIAMI
Cuisine: Japanese
Style / Ambiance: Nobu Miami is located in the ultra-trendy Shore Club, and considered as one of the places to be seen in Miami.
The restaurant offers Japanese food prepared by acclaimed Chef Matsuhisa, who has blended the traditional fare of his native Tokyo with influences from Peru and Argentina. The ideal place for those looking to enjoy excellent food before heading to the white-curtained lounge area next door, where the city’s hottest scene-makers are often to be found.
General Manager: Alessa Delgado
+1 305 695 3232
miamibeach@noburestaurants.com
Nobu Miami, 1901 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, 33139
MICHY’S
Cuisine: Traditional American and French
Style / Ambiance: Michelle Bernstein’s first restaurant, Michy’s, isn’t located in a trendy location, nor is it trying to be a particularly trendy restaurant.
What it is, however, is a cozy place that delivers excellent food, without any attempt at being pretentious. The interior design is retro and may remind diners of a bygone era, while the food is an excellent, eclectic mix of contemporary American and French fare. Suited to families and couples, there is a simple reason that Michy’s has so many regulars; the food is outstanding and the service impeccable.
+1 305 759 2001
Michy’s, 6927 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, 33138
AZUL
Cuisine: Mediterranean with Asian influences
Style / Ambiance: It’s difficult to not be taken in by the spectacular views on offer from the floor to ceiling windows at the Azul, that is, until the food takes your eye from the picturesque views of the Bay outside.
Chef Conley has created a menu that perfectly blends Mediterranean flavours with a subtle yet poignant Asian influence. With an award-winning wine list that includes some 700 different choices, from modern to classic vintages, and a simple décor designed by Tony Chi that elegantly complements the surroundings, it is obvious why the Azul is one of the top dining choices in Miami.
Kimberley Lay
+1 305 913 8358
Azul, 500 Brickell Key Drive, Miami, 33131
SRA. MARTINEZ
Cuisine: Spanish
Style / Ambiance: Since its opening in 2008, Sra. Martinez has become one of the go-to places in Miami.
Owner Chef Michelle Bernstein, known for her work at other Miami restaurant Michy’s, and her appearance as a guest judge on ‘Top Chef’, has created a Tapas restaurant that focuses on the qualities of Spain and its former colonies. Diners can expect many traditional Spanish dishes, as well as some unconventional fare that incorporates ideas from around the globe. The restaurant is attractively fitted, and has a large, open patio for those looking to dine al fresco. The meals are accompanied by a large selection of fine Spanish wines.
Gustavo Martinez, General Manager
+1 305 573 5474
info@chefmichellebernstein.com
Sra. Martinez, 4000 Northeast 2nd Avenue, Miami, 33137
HAKKASAN
Cuisine: Chinese
Style / Ambiance: Located in the newly renovated Fontainebleau Hotel, the Hakkasan was a landmark moment for Miami when it opened in 2009.
Not only did it exemplify the standard and quality that Miami dining had finally reached, it created a restaurant that would continue to raise the bar even more. The Hakkasan doesn’t disappoint, and is a favorite with locals and visitors alike, who flock to sample the excellent Cantonese cuisine, the award-winning wine list and bask in the delightful, opulent ambiance.
+1 786 276 1388
Hakkasanreservations@fontainebleau.com
Hakksan Miami, Fontainebleau Resort, 4441 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, 33140
SPIGA
Cuisine: Italian
Style / Ambiance: Somewhat unusually in Miami, Spiga is a low-key restaurant with a high-class clientele.
Many of South Beach’s socialites haven’t even heard of the place, yet it has been the port of call for top actors, including Julia Roberts. Offering simple but elegant Italian cuisine, Spiga is considered to be one of the finest places to savor food from Lo Stivale, and the staff provide expert advice on the best wines to complement the food. Intimately romantic, Spiga is a great place to go for those looking to avoid the Miami scene for an evening, and best of all, the food is completely local.
+1 305 534 0079
Spiga, 1228 Collins Avenue, Miami, 33139
IL GABBIANO
Cuisine: Italian
Style / Ambiance: Participants at this Downtown Miami eatery often report a strange sensation; they feel as if they have been to Italy and back.
The food, furnishings and staff have managed to create an authentic Italian ambiance that has amazed and delighted customers. Coupled with a striking view over Biscayne Bay, it’s easy to see why this place has become a firm favorite with Miamians. Il Gabbiano features a selection of wines from across Europe and elegant yet generous portions. A romantic restaurant that captures the spirit of Italy and brings it to Miami.
+ 1 305 373 0063
Il Gabbiano, 335 South Biscayne Blvd , Miami, 33131
