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Miami’s 5 hottest restaurants debuts of 2023

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by Amber Love Bond
Updated 18 December 2023

A steady supply of sunshine isn’t the only thing that’s hot about Miami. The Magic City’s dining scene sizzles with exciting new—and overhauled—restaurants.

An Art Deco theater in South Beach is now a splashy new clubstaurant, known for extravagant decor and exquisite sushi platters. Nearby, an all-day cafe adored by late designer Gianni Versace reopened after a two-year hiatus. A MasterChef Israel winner brings a taste of Tel Aviv to Upper Buena Vista.

Read on for a guide to the five hottest restaurant debuts that capture Miami’s perpetually party-happy mood.

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4.8
4.8 (244)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
South Beach
About the restaurant

Miami loves a show-stopping clubstaurant, and Queen Miami became an instant favorite after its over-the-top black-tie opening party in January. The palatial Japanese-inspired spot (by the Mr. Hospitality team, of Bâoli Miami fame) is set in the historic Art Deco Paris Theater. Its extravagant decor—handmade Italian mosaics, a striking brass chandelier, and a black-and-white mural by local artist Gonzalo Fuenmayor—commands your attention the minute you step through the golden doors. The menu is just as decadent and filled with American and Japanese wagyu cuts, seafood towers, and sushi platters. Party the night away at a separate lounge or treat yourself to an exclusive eight-seat omakase experience on the second floor. No matter what glitzy adventure you choose at this South Beach stunner, you’ll have a night to remember.


Top review
MichaelVIP
Dined 4 days ago
Top notch experience. It’s pricey but worth it for special occasions.
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4.6
4.6 (71)
$30 and under
American
South Beach
About the restaurant

South Beach locals were thrilled when this all-day Ocean Drive landmark reopened after a two-year closure in March. The iconic restaurant, bar, and newsstand began operations in the 1980s, and was a treasured part of late designer Gianni Versace’s morning routine. The recent reboot introduced a slew of new dishes, including piña colada pancakes and chicken parmesan (drenched in marinara and molten mozzarella tableside), though time-honored classics such as the tuna melt and roasted tomato soup remain—as does the original green awning outside. The 350-seat restaurant is a bonafide crowd-pleaser with a setting for every mood: Choose from breezy sidewalk seats, a table in the dimly lit interior (plus framed posters of 90s icons such as the late Versace himself), or a spot at the large bar where locals often gather for post-beach drinks—and some of the city’s best people watching.


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Isabelle
Dined 2 days ago
So happy News Cafe reopened after Covid :) Service with Juan was great, he was friendly and professional. Food was good, Pina Colada pancakes were delicious. The location is great, you can walk around and explore South Beach.
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4.8
4.8 (202)
$30 and under
Contemporary French
Design District
About the restaurant

Internationally acclaimed pastry chef Antonio Bachour leads this swanky cafe-restaurant, which opened in a former Prada showroom in March. While this isn’t Bachour’s first foray into the savory universe, it’s a highly personal one. At Tablé, he serves one-of-a-kind French food influenced by his Lebanese and Puerto Rican heritage. That hybrid sensibility pops up in dishes such as a breakfast-friendly croissant sandwich with smoked trout and a Berkshire bistro ham, salt cod fritters at lunch, and a glorious cote de beouf with parmesan churros for two at dinner. But you’re likely here for the jewel-like pastries that Bachour wooed the world with—you’ll have a view of the glass-walled bakery while dining. Star sweets include a delicate vanilla bean millefeuille and camembert cheesecake with cherry and raspberry jam. It all adds up to a swish dining experience that confirms Miami’s status as a serious food city.


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EDGARDOVIP
Dined on 14 Dec 2024
Had a great visit on Saturday afternoon. We were greeted by a welcoming hostess that escorted us to our table. Service and attentions by entire staff was fantastic especially from our waiter Miguel. Delicious plates and desserts all with the incomparable signature of Bachour! We’ll definitely come back very soon. Thank you! Edgardo Marrero
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4.5
4.5 (219)
$31 to $50
Indian
Wynwood
About the restaurant

After 15 successful years in Santiago, Chile, Indian restaurant Rishtedar made its dazzling American debut in April. In a city that’s not especially known for Indian food, the restaurant is swiftly becoming a sought-after Wynwood destination for its interactive experiences, which shine the spotlight on South Asian hospitality traditions: Diners are adorned with bindis upon entering the vibrant space and end their meals with a bowl of rose water, lemon, and cardamom, intended for washing one’s fingers at the table. Feast on delicacies from the tandoor, such as spicy charcoal-smoked chicken with coriander, or get one of the many plant-friendly curries, including a garlicky take on saag paneer. Bonus points for the gold-colored tableware, which adds to the fit-for-royalty vibes here.


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Jim
Dined 3 days ago
We were seated next to the exit the photographer kept going in and out which was distracting to our table
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