Best Restaurants in Miami
Miami is one of the best places to try great food, from Cuban classics to fresh seafood. Sunshine, salty air, and a perfect mango — that's Miami food, simplified. Here's our guide to the best restaurants in Miami, broken down by cuisine.
Cuban
1. Versailles Restaurant
A Miami institution in the heart of Little Havana. Crispy croquetas, flavourful Ropa Vieja, and their famous Cuban coffee. There's a walk-up window next door for coffee and snacks, and a bakery right beside it that's worth the stop on its own.
Address: 3555 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135 Phone: (305) 444-0240 Hours: 8 AM to midnight or 1 AM
2. La Carreta
Warm atmosphere and a menu packed with Cuban comfort food. The ropa vieja and lechon asado are must-orders, and the croquetas are little fried bites of joy. Multiple locations across Miami.
Address: 3632 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135 Phone: (305) 444-7501 Hours: 8 AM to 11 PM
Seafood
1. Mignonette
An oyster lover's spot where you can watch chefs shuck at the bar. The smoked fish dip, spicy mussels, and deviled eggs are all worth ordering. Save room for the key lime pie. Reservations recommended.
Address: 210 NE 18th Street, Miami, FL 33132 Phone: (305) 374-4635 Hours: Dinner daily from 5:00 PM
2. Joe's Stone Crab
A legendary Miami institution serving stone crab claws since 1913. The mustard sauce is non-negotiable. Their hash browns are a big deal, and the key lime pie is the right way to finish. No reservations — first come, first served. Open mid-October to mid-May.
Address: 11 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139 Phone: (305) 673-0365
Contemporary
1. Palma
Tucked away in Little Havana, Palma is a narrow, candlelit space run by a team of fewer than five. Chef Juan Camilo Liscano's tasting menu changes constantly — grilled baby corn with burnt eggplant aioli, flounder in mussel sabayon. Book well ahead.
Address: 240 NW 8th Ave, Miami, FL 33128 Hours: Wed–Sun, 6:30 PM to 11:00 PM Tasting menu from $85/person
2. Boia De
A small, cozy spot with house-made pasta and a wine list sourced from all over the world. Reservations are a must. Check their social media for last-minute openings.
Address: 163 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33132 Phone: (305) 967-8866
Japanese
1. Ogawa
A Michelin-starred omakase bar in Little River. Chef Masayuki Komatsu's chef's choice menu starts with tiny, precise appetizers and builds through tempura and exceptional sushi. Book weeks or months ahead. Two seatings per night, Tuesday through Saturday.
Address: 7223 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33150 Phone: (786) 905-3949 From ~$350/person
2. Hiden
Hidden behind a taco place, Hiden is a tiny omakase spot with fish flown in from Japan. No menu — the chefs decide. A special dinner, not an everyday meal.
Address: 7223 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33150
Desserts & Brunch
Azucar Ice Cream Company
Cuban-inspired ice cream in Little Havana. Mamey, guava, dulce de leche — a fun way to cool down in the Miami heat.
Address: 313 NW 25th St, Miami, FL 33127 Phone: (786) 250-3107
Fireman Derek's Bake Shop
Famous for key lime pie and a wide range of other pies and baked goods. Colorful, fun atmosphere.
Address: 3435 Main Hwy, Miami, FL 33133 Phone: (786) 502-2396
GreenStreet Cafe
A beautiful outdoor setting in Coconut Grove with a solid brunch menu. Great for people-watching over classic dishes with a Miami twist.
Address: 3468 Main Hwy, Miami, FL 33133 Phone: (305) 444-0244
The Biltmore Hotel Sunday Brunch
A legendary Sunday buffet with seafood, carving stations, and everything in between. A splurge, but worth it for a special occasion.
Address: 1200 Anastasia Ave, Coral Gables, FL Phone: (305) 445-8066
