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A photo of Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami restaurant
1. Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami
4.6
Exceptional(6424)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Design District
Booked 30 times today
Since Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink first opened in the Miami Design District in spring of 2007, diners have come to embrace and crave its refreshing combination of laid-back atmosphere and seriously good food, a neighborhood bistro that is the ultimate showcase for the type of cuisine that chef/owner Michael Schwartz does best – homemade, unpretentious, delectable, with an emphasis on great local ingredients. Bon Appétit Magazine wrote in 2022 "Michael's Genuine is refreshingly approachable yet upscale, offering guests a true neighborhood gem where you can sit back, relax, and enjoy simple, consistently delicious dishes." In 2022 and 2023, the first Florida MICHELIN Guide honored the restaurant with a Bib Gourmand awards.Please call for our corkage and cake policies and fees.
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2. MC Kitchen
4.8
Exceptional(1020)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Design District
Booked 4 times today
MC Kitchen, a staple of Miami's Design District since 2013, offers sophisticated, modern versions of Italian classics. This includes fresh pastas, cheeses, cured meats and sausages in house from scratch, along with lunch and dinner items showcasing the finest local, seasonal, organic ingredients. Awarded one of Esquire's Best New Restaurants in 2013, MC Kitchen remains one of Miami's top Italian go-tos. Featuring striking art installations, an exquisite private dining room, and walls of windows showcasing the glorious Miami sunshine, MC Kitchen's venue is as impressive as its cuisine.
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3. Amara at Paraiso
4.5
Awesome(4924)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Edgewater
Booked 58 times today
Inspired by its idyllic bayside setting, Amara at Paraiso is the quintessential Miami waterfront restaurant bringing together bold Latin American flavors, coastal ingredients, and South Florida’s diversity of food culture. From environment to cuisine and vibe, experience the dynamic energy, local ingredients, and natural beauty of Biscayne Bay that defines what living in Miami is all about through the lens of James Beard Award-winning chef/restauranteur Michael Schwartz. We are taking every precaution to ensure a safe dining experience for our guests during these unprecedented times. Our outdoor seating is spacious, with many tables on our covered terrace. We accept walk ins and have bar seating available. Please call for our corkage and cake policies and fees.
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4. Area 31 - Epic Hotel
4.4
Awesome(2483)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown Miami
Booked 24 times today
Up here on the 16th floor of Miami’s Kimpton EPIC Hotel, Area 31 has an enviable panoramic view of the glittering waters of the Biscayne Bay and Miami River. Passionate about sustainability, Chef Sezer blends his international culinary expertise with products from local farms and ranches to create an experience that’s casual and elegant all at once. With innovative cocktails crafted to match Chef’s seasonal food, our Brickell bar attracts a bubbly crowd at happy hour and beyond, taking Miami social life to soaring new heights. Now offering lunch every day from 11:30am to 5:00pm in our Area 31 Lounge outdoor on the Terrace!
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5. Jaya at The Setai
4.6
Exceptional(5396)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • South Beach
Booked 164 times today
Meaning ‘victory’ in Sanskrit, Jaya was conceived as a celebration of culinary diversity that exalts regional specialties from across Asia. Punctuated by nightly dinner performances in the al fresco courtyard, Executive Chef Vijay Veena’s menu features bold, modern dishes from Thailand, India, China and Japan. Longtime favorites include wok-crafted curries, Jaya’s signature Peking Duck, Truffle Dumplings and Dim Sums.Enjoy Pan-Asian delights, craft cocktails and exotic stage performances nightly, and at Asian Night Bazaar on Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays. Aerial artists, fire shows, and contortionists are just the beginning. The iconic Weekend Brunches offer a courtyard experience with live music, endless Champagne and sparkling wine from the Louis Roederer collection, RUMOR Rosé or white wine alongside a varied collection of culinary options from across the globe. New brunch offerings include a Peking Duck bar, seafood and premium meats grilled to order, and bespoke cocktails.
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6. Gianni's at the Former Versace Mansion
4.5
Awesome(15918)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • South Beach
Booked 251 times today
Located in The Villa Casa Casuarina, the former Versace Mansion, Gianni's offers delicious gourmet Italian Mediterranean food and wine selections in a one-of-a-kind atmosphere on world famous Ocean Drive in the South Beach area of Miami Beach. Request are not guaranteed. Lunch served 7 days a week , from 11am to 3:30pm. The price for a three course lunch is $38, plus tax and service fee. Dinner is served 7 days a weekMonday-Thursday from 5:30pm to 10:30pmFriday- Sunday from 5:30pm to 11pm
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7. Salvaje
4.4
Awesome(1452)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Midtown Miami
Booked 14 times today
SALVAJE is a RoofTop Experience where you will find a fusion of Mediterranean Japanese gastronomy while enjoying an equally exquisite architectural design and a relaxed atmosphere that lifts you as the night approaches with our resident DJ performing live every night.The phenomenon that began in Panama City and is now all over the world, in cities as Madrid, Dubai, Valencia, Bogota, Mexico City, Guatemala, and others, has brought artists and celebrities from Hollywood and other corners of the world, to our doorstep, becoming a hot spot in every town.We take phone calls from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m., however there might be a little delay to answer calls during service hours. Please text us if we weren't able to take your call.**Friendly reminder we do not accept cakes and ballons into the restaurant.**
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8. Kiki on the River
4.3
Awesome(1248)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Downtown Miami
Booked 38 times today
Embracing the hospitality and spirit of the Greek islands, Kiki on The River is heralded for it meticulously-scuffed elegance that only a windswept waterfront garden can provide. Weekdays, join us for romantic waterfront dining by celebrated Chef Steve Rhee. On weekends kicking off Friday nights, Mykonos comes to Miami with live DJ and a party atmosphere featuring a festive soundtrack, twirling napkins, and dancing that will make you say "opa!"
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9. Komodo
4.6
Exceptional(4156)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • Brickell
Booked 28 times today
Located in the epicenter of Miami’s booming Brickell neighborhood, Komodo is a three-story indoor/outdoor eatery and lounge that combines contemporary Southeast Asian cuisine with a South Florida vibe to elevate the dining and nightlife experience. The menu features signature favorites including the Peking Duck, Tuna & Toro Roll, and Lobster Dynamite. The 300-seat restaurant and lounge offer several unique multi-level dining options including three bars complete with a handcrafted cocktail menu as well as the signature outdoor floating “birds nests” seating, which creates a playful treehouse feel perfect for any occasion day or night. Komodo is open for dinner seven days a week.
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10. Stubborn Seed
4.8
Exceptional(2823)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • South Beach
Booked 12 times today
Stubborn Seed is a hot spot for foodies due to its unique, top-notch dining experience. It's led by a 2022 James Beard Award Semi-Finalist and Bravo’s Top Chef Season 13 Winner, Chef Jeremy Ford. With its first-class service and a well-curated menu, it has received rave reviews from customers, with many praising the food and ambiance. It's been described as 'fantastic', 'outstanding', and 'amazing' by various reviewers. Not to mention, it has earned a Michelin star, further solidifying its reputation.
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