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Seafood Plateau - A Fish Called Avalon, Miami Beach, FL

A Fish Called Avalon

4.7
4.7
3336 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
For more than 30 years, A Fish Called Avalon has set the standard for culinary excellence, celebrated for its award-winning cuisine, impeccable service and the freshest seafood delivered daily. Enjoy outdoor patio dining with warm ocean breezes and live music nightly. Located in the heart of the historic Art Deco District on Miami Beach, A Fish Called Avalon has consistently ranked among the Top 10 Best Seafood Restaurants in South Florida. The restaurant is widely renowned for its innovative menu creations, artistically crafted under the direction of Executive Chef Kal Abdalla. Two hour valet parking $10

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary American, Fish
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 5:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (305) 532-1727
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Kal Abdalla
  • Catering
    A Fish Called Avalon offers professional planning assistance and custom menu options for all of your entertainment needs. Our specialized hospitality service ensures that your group meeting, dinner party, cocktail reception, or special event will be a success. For events of 12 people or more please email dining@afishcalledavalon.com
  • Private party facilities
    Our main dining room is a perfect setting to accommodate groups of 20 to 190 people. Our dining room features floor-to-ceiling windows with full views of Ocean Drive in the heart of the world-famous Art Deco District. We also have an outside area facing the ocean, with live music and the perfect South Beach ambiance!
  • Private party contact
    Lindsay Bosserman: (305) 532-1727
  • Area
    South Beach
  • Cross Street
    7th
  • Parking details
    Public parking garage located on 7th st. between Washington and Collins Avenue.
  • Entertainment
    Live Music Caribbean, Latin and Jazz
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
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Experiences

  • Christmas Day

    25 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate Christmas Day with a memorable dining experience featuring some classic favorites and two new dishes. Start with our luxurious lobster bisque, topped with crème fraîche, and savor the flavors of our caramelized and roasted Indiana cage-free crispy duck, paired with black currant cassis sauce, wild rice, and braised Swiss chard. Indulge in popular favorites like our macadamia-crusted snapper and free-range citrus chicken for a joyous holiday feast. Enjoy Christmas Day dining from 5:30 pm to 10 pm. A curated à la carte menu is available. Book your table to experience holiday delights today!
    Christmas Day photo
  • New Year's Eve Gala Seating

    US$80.00 - US$235.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style at A Fish Called Avalon with our exclusive Gala Dinner, a night of indulgence and festivities like no other! For $235++, enjoy a carefully curated sit-down dinner starting at 9:00 PM and continuing through to the stroke of midnight. The evening will be filled with vibrant live entertainment, music, and an unforgettable festive atmosphere.
    New Year's Eve Gala Seating photo
  • New Year's Eve Early Seating

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Early dining with a select à la carte dinner menu is available starting at 5:30 pm. The last seating is at 8:00 pm.
    New Year's Eve Early Seating photo

What 3,336 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Miami - Dade

    Seafood

  • Miami Beach

    Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
A Fish Called Avalon is a standout dining experience on Ocean Drive, Miami Beach. Renowned for its "excellent seafood," "impeccable service," and "fantastic key lime pie," this restaurant offers a delightful blend of fresh flavors and vibrant ambiance. Enjoy live music and splendid people-watching from the patio. Highly recommended!

3,336 Reviews
  1. Lee

    VIP

    Dallas

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Probably the best grouper I’ve ever had. Great service too!!

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  2. russell

    Greensboro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A Fish Called Avalon never disappoints. Wonderful experience.
    A Fish Called AvalonResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Russell, Thank you so much for your glowing review and your continued support. We're delighted to hear that you had another wonderful experience with us. It's always our goal to consistently exceed your expectations, and we're thrilled to have achieved that once again. We look forward to your next visit! Best wishes from The Team at A Fish Called Avalon.

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  3. Kay

    Chicago

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent! Excellent service, food, ambiance. I visit every time I'm in Miami and have referred friends who all agree with me.
    A Fish Called AvalonResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Kay, Thank you for your excellent review and for your loyalty each time you visit Miami! We're thrilled to hear that you consistently enjoy the service, food, and ambiance at our restaurant. It's wonderful to know that your friends have also had great experiences based on your recommendations. We appreciate your support and look forward to your next visit! Kind regards from us at A Fish Called Avalon.

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  4. Ekta

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alejandro was our server and he was really sweet , quick and very attentive. He even asked the chef to customize a dish for us , made sure the perfected plated food arrived on the table . We had a great experience at Avalon
    A Fish Called AvalonResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Ekta, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear about your great experience with us, and that Alejandro provided such excellent service. It’s heartening to know he went above and beyond by customizing a dish to ensure your meal was perfect. We’ll be sure to pass your compliments along to him and the chef. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another delightful dining experience! Kind regards from us at A Fish Called Avalon.

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  5. Kaylonie

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding service, great food, will definitely be back!
    A Fish Called AvalonResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Kaylonie, Thank you for your outstanding review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed both the service and the food at our restaurant. We look forward to your next visit and are excited to welcome you back for another great dining experience! Kind regards from us at A Fish Called Avalon.

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  6. Linda

    Coastal Georgia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Has to be near the top of all restaurants in South Beach. Couldn't ask for more!
    A Fish Called AvalonResponded on 13 December 2024
    Dear Linda, Thank you for such a high compliment after choosing to dine with us! We're thrilled to hear that we rank near the top of your list for South Beach restaurants. It’s wonderful to know that your experience with us met all your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another exceptional dining experience! Kind regards from us at A Fish Called Avalon.

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  7. Scott

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 9 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic dinner and experience at A Fish Called Avalon. It was my daughter and my first time and we will be back. All of our dishes were top of class. Cocktails were amazing and atmosphere was truly enjoyable.
    A Fish Called AvalonResponded on 10 December 2024
    Dear Scott, Thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that your first visit to A Fish Called Avalon was a memorable one. It's wonderful to know that you and your daughter enjoyed everything from the top-class dishes to the amazing cocktails and enjoyable atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another great dining experience! Best wishes from the team at A Fish Called Avalon.

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  8. Richard

    VIP

    Tahoe

    187 reviews

    5.0

    187 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff, location, and food! I will return to this restaurant.
    A Fish Called AvalonResponded on 10 December 2024
    Dear Richard, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our staff, location, and food. It’s great to know that we've earned your return visit, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon for another fantastic dining experience! Kind regards from us at A Fish Called Avalon.

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  9. tammy

    Grand Rapids

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was such a great night, music was amazing and the food was perfect.
    A Fish Called AvalonResponded on 8 December 2024
    Dear Tammy, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great night with us, enjoying both the music and the food. We strive to create a perfect dining experience for our guests, and it's fantastic to know we succeeded with your visit. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another amazing evening! Kind regards from us at A Fish Called Avalon.

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  10. Randy

    New York City

    50 reviews

    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, exceptional! See you next year………………...
    A Fish Called AvalonResponded on 8 December 2024
    Dear Randy, Thank you for your exceptional review and for being a loyal guest! We're thrilled to hear that we continue to meet your expectations year after year. We look forward to your next visit and can’t wait to welcome you back next year for another wonderful experience! Kind regards from us at A Fish Called Avalon.

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FAQs

A Fish Called Avalon offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (305) 532-1727.

A Fish Called Avalon is rated 4.7 stars by 3336 OpenTable diners.

A Fish Called Avalon does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for A Fish Called Avalon

700 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    7th
  • Area
    South Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 5:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary American, Fish
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public parking garage located on 7th st. between Washington and Collins Avenue.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Kal Abdalla
  • Entertainment
    Live Music Caribbean, Latin and Jazz
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (305) 532-1727
  • Catering
    A Fish Called Avalon offers professional planning assistance and custom menu options for all of your entertainment needs. Our specialized hospitality service ensures that your group meeting, dinner party, cocktail reception, or special event will be a success. For events of 12 people or more please email dining@afishcalledavalon.com
  • Private party facilities
    Our main dining room is a perfect setting to accommodate groups of 20 to 190 people. Our dining room features floor-to-ceiling windows with full views of Ocean Drive in the heart of the world-famous Art Deco District. We also have an outside area facing the ocean, with live music and the perfect South Beach ambiance!
  • Private party contact
    Lindsay Bosserman: (305) 532-1727
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