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

Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami

4.6
4.6
6501 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 55 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'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 - 21:45
    Enjoy live jazz Wednesday evenings 6-9pm

Menu

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What 6,501 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 praised for its "great food and service," consistently offering "delicious meals" and an inviting "ambiance." Highlights include "inventive and wonderful food" with bold flavors, complemented by a "friendly and helpful" staff. A go-to spot for "great brunch and cocktails," it remains a beloved local favorite.

6,502 Reviews

  1. Robert

    Miami

    9 reviews

    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I'm sorry to have to report this, because I know there are hardworking , well-meaning people making an effort to put out a good meal, but based on last night, that's no longer working here. The grilled pork collar was dry and tasteless, served alongside a few limp shards of undressed lettuce. The wood roasted snapper was a nice size portion of decent fish on an otherwise naked plate. The bucatini was average, the 1/2 roast chicken was bland, and although the $67 NY strip itself was good and cooked perfectly, the underlying 'au poivre' sauce was a bore. The fried food was solid -falafel balls, potato chips and $13 French fries, The noise level is very LOUD. Our server was lovely. But the valet parking was the best part of the experience. My suggestion, with respect, is that Michael himself assess the quality control so as to produce the level of food that he is proud to put his name on.

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  2. Jill

    VIP

    London

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service in a very relaxed atmosphere. The bucatini may have been the best pasta dish I’ve ever had and I travel to Italy frequently.

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  3. ARIEL

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience! Food, service and all.

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  4. harvey

    VIP

    New York City

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal and service was excellent and the place was packed. Food came out pretty fast.

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  5. Gary

    Miami

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat at the bar and both bartenders were super helpful and engaging. The tuna app was amazing as was the ceviche. Our entrees came out soon after we finished our apps, and they were perfectly prepared and delicious. The food is always fresh and service is spot on. You're going to spend some money here, but the experience is well worth it!

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  6. Nilmarie

    VIP

    Miami

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sarah and the entire staff offered a great experience. We enjoyed each item, especially the strawberry flan; we had to order a second round. Please keep the strawberry flan on the menu forever! This is definitely one of the best restaurants at MDD.

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  7. Erin

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious meal and cocktail. Great service. We will be back.

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  8. Steve

    New York City

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    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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  9. Christopher

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    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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  10. natalia

    VIP

    Caribbean

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    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.
    Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded 6 days ago
    Hi natalia, We're sorry to hear that your experience at Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami didn't meet your expectations. We take pride in our Michelin Guide recommendations and it's disappointing to hear that we didn't hit the mark for you. We're glad to hear that you appreciated our service, but we're sorry that the food didn't make up for it. We're committed to improving and hope to have the opportunity to serve you again. Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami Management Team

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Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami is rated 4.6 stars by 6501 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 55 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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