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Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami, Miami, FL
Award-winning

Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami

4.6
4.6
6493 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 62 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Global, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30–23:00 Sun 11:00–22:00 Brunch Sun 11:00–15:30 Happy Hour Mon–Fri, Sun 16:00–19:00
  • Phone number
    (305) 676-0894
  • Website
    http://www.michaelsgenuine.com/miami
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Michael Schwartz, Exec Chef Brad Herron
  • Catering
    For private events, please contact Events Manager Paolo Bazzani at info@thegenuinehospitalitygroup.com
  • Private party facilities
    Since the restaurant opened in 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.
  • Location
    130 N.E. 40th Street, Miami, FL 33137
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Area
    Design District
  • Cross Street
    NE 1st Ave & 40th Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking and Valet Parking available.
  • Public transit
    Miami Dade Transit Bus Lines # 2, # 3,# 9, # 10, # 36, # 93, # 202, # 236. For detailed route information go to: http://www.miamidade.gov/transit/library/tm_for_web.pdf
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Experiences

  • MGFD x Persian Feasts Cookbook Dinner

    US$89.00 per person

    Prepaid

    25 Feb 2025 only
    Chef Michael Schwartz and Leila Heller - Persian Feasts Cookbook Dinner About Persian Feasts: Leila Heller's mother, Nahid Taghinia-Milani came to the United States in 1979, she brought her recipes with her. Persian Feasts features Iranian delicacies in a dazzling tapestry of textures and aromas, from Shiraz in the south to Tabriz in the north. This exquisite collection of 100 dishes includes hearty stews, saffron-infused rice dishes, succulent kebabs, and delicate rosewater desserts – each one telling a story that is steeped in tradition and has been passed down from generation to generation. Your ticket includes passed appetizers, a three course menu and welcome cocktail.
    MGFD x Persian Feasts Cookbook Dinner photo

  • MGFD's 18th Anniversary Celebration!

    12 Mar 2025 only
    Join Michael Schwartz and the team as we wish MGFD a Happy 18th Birthday! Come in for dinner and enjoy a complimentary glass of Champagne, drinks specials (think $10 Bulletproof Manhattans & Cabarete's) as well a live Jazz Band and optional OG Throwback Prix Fixe Menu for $74pp++.
    MGFD's 18th Anniversary Celebration! photo

Offers

  • 🎵 Jazz Night 🎵

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 17:30 - 22:45
    Enjoy live jazz Wednesday evenings 6-9pm

Menu

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What 6,493 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Downtown Areas

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Michael's Genuine Food & Drink in Miami is cherished for its "consistently excellent" cuisine and "friendly, attentive service." Diners enjoy the "creative and inspired" menu, featuring standout items like shrimp toast and truffle pizza. The restaurant provides a pleasant indoor-outdoor atmosphere, making it a favorite spot for both locals and visitors.

6,494 Reviews

  1. Steve

    New York City

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server went to some lengths to adjust the outdoor fan to our liking... Very high end food, extensive wine list

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  2. Christopher

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The waiter was really kind and friendly and the food was amazing

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  3. natalia

    VIP

    Caribbean

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It’s just ok. Kinda disappointed with this recommendation from the Michelin Guide.

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  4. Claudia

    VIP

    Miami

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great food and service, there is a reason this place continues to thrive in a city with so many new options. The brunch is particularly fantastic, and even with a busy crowd everything was executed really well.

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  5. Polo

    Mexico City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Platillos con poco sabor Se les acabo el pan Terrible No respetaron la reserva de open table No lo recomiendo Muy caro para la comida sin sabor

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  6. Kevin

    Miami

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Had a 8:30 reservation and was seated at 9:15, so we had to wait for 45 minutes. Our waiter was really nice but food took a very long time. For a 8:45 reservation, we ended up getting our last plates and finishing the meal at 11 pm

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  7. Irene

    VIP

    Atlanta

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was super professional and food as always is delicisious.

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  8. Yader

    Miami

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Chicken was a bit undercooked and potatoes or artichoke were very hard, waited about 45 minutes to get food, server not attentive, the dessert was very delicious (flan and also the toffee cake), and visual of restaurant is nice, would only come back for dessert and only for dessert.

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  9. Raymond

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Just another average restaurant in the middle of a shopping plaza. Not a good view , the food was mediocre at best . It was about $440 for a dinner for 2 , you’re better off going literally anywhere else .
    Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded 1 day ago
    Hey Raymond, We're really sorry to hear that your experience at Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami didn't meet your expectations. We take pride in our food and service, and we're disappointed that we fell short in your case. We understand your concerns about the view and understand that value is important to you. We're always working to improve and your feedback is invaluable in that process. We hope you'll consider giving us another chance in the future. Best, The Management Team

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  10. Alvaro

    Fort Lauderdale

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service Ambiance was great and special accommodation’s from staff

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2 people
19:00
Booked 62 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami

130 N.E. 40th Street, Miami, FL 33137

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Cross Street
    NE 1st Ave & 40th Street
  • Area
    Design District
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30–23:00 Sun 11:00–22:00 Brunch Sun 11:00–15:30 Happy Hour Mon–Fri, Sun 16:00–19:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Global, International
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking and Valet Parking available.
  • Public transit
    Miami Dade Transit Bus Lines # 2, # 3,# 9, # 10, # 36, # 93, # 202, # 236. For detailed route information go to: http://www.miamidade.gov/transit/library/tm_for_web.pdf
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Michael Schwartz, Exec Chef Brad Herron
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    http://www.michaelsgenuine.com/miami
  • Phone number
    (305) 676-0894
  • Catering
    For private events, please contact Events Manager Paolo Bazzani at info@thegenuinehospitalitygroup.com
  • Private party facilities
    Since the restaurant opened in 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.

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