Miami Beach Restaurant Guide: Tap Tap and The Villa by Barton G.

Tap Tap- Music, film, art, and Haitian cooking removed from the crowds. Definately visit this place, it's unique and fun and has a great food, service, and atmosphere.

819 Fifth Street, South Beach
305-672-2898

The Villa by Barton G.- Restauranteur Barton G. Weiss' sophisticated restaurant within the former amazing Versace mansion, now a boutique luxury hotel.

1116 Ocean Drive, South Beach
305-576-8003

Miami Beach Restaurant Guide: STK Miami and Sushi Samba Dromo

STK Miami- sleep decor, inviting and stylish atmosphere; this steakhouse is connected to the high-energy bar Coco de Ville and to the Gansevoort Miami Beach. The menu emphasizes fresh ingredients and local producers, offering a great alternative to the traditional steakhouse.

2377 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach

305-604-6988

Sushi Samba Dromo- "Celebrate the cuisine and culture of Japan, Brazil and Peru at Sushi Samba! This Lincoln Road hot spot offers something for everyone: from chicken teriyaki or churrasco (Brazilian barbecue) to sashimi ceviche, sushi and raw bar to fantastic cocktails and sublime desserts, the menu is eclectic and dynamic."

600 Lincoln Road, South Beach

305-673-5337

Miami Beach Restaurant Guide: Smith & Wollensky and Solea

Smith & Wollensky-  premier steakhouse destination and the only national steakhouse to dry-age and butcher on site, fly in lobster daily and make our sides and pastries by hand.

1 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach
305-673-2800

Solea-  offering the classic cuisine of Spain, "the diverse menu includes a selection of Pica-picas (small plates) that range from the Spain's acclaimed Jamón Ibérico to more the creative creation of Coca de Foie y Mango: Puff pastry, foie gras, fresh mango and Pedro Ximénez reduction."

2201 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
305-938-3111

Miami Beach Restaurant Guide: Scarpetta and Shoji Sushi

Scarpetta- "Critically praised as truly phenomenal Italian food, Scarpetta reflects the deft touch of Chef Scott Conant, who creates an inspired menu of soulful regional fare. Sublime flavors reflect the freshness and quality of locally sourced ingredients."

4441 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
305-538-2000

Shoji Sushi- "Authentic Japanese box sushi technique, in which the sushi, rice, and ingredients are packed into a tidy, tasty cake that won't crumble into your lap."

100 Collins Avenue, South Beach
305-532-4245

Miami Beach Restaurant Guide: Red the Steakhouse, The Restaurant at the Setai

Red the Steakhouse- Quite pricey, with good steak and Mediterranean-influenced foods and a lively atmosphere, but remember there is a 2 hour time limit during prime-time on the tables.

119 Washington Avenue, South Beach
305-534-3688

The Restaurant at The Setai- 5 star cuisine with an Asian feel, artfully blends traditional cooking styles of the Far East with classic Western dishes to present an inspired and authentic menu. An open theatre kitchen is in the center to create an atmosphere that is exotic and inviting.

2001 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
305-520-6402

Miami Beach Restaurant Guide: Nobu, Philippe

Nobu- "Miami outpost of Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's Japanese cuisine empire brings a burst of excitement to the cool sophistication of Shore Club and the famous Miami Beach scene."

1901 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
305-695-3232


Prime One Twelve- "Their filet mignon is to die for," wonderful food and marvelous service with inside and outside dining. It's expensive, but it's worth it.

112 Ocean Drive, South Beach
305-532-8112

Miami Beach Restaurant Guide: Monty's Raw Bar, News Cafe

Monty's Raw Bar- Scenic and very casual raw bar and outdoor restaurant with scrappy wood floors, a swimming pool, and all types of seafood. Happy hours are 4-8pm Monday through Friday, and they serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

300 Alton Road, South Beach
305-672-1148



News Cafe- Excellent location for people watching, right on Ocean Drive, with a
great atmosphere and great food. Breakfast is served 24 hours a day, they also have
light snacks, sandwiches, and entrees. Classic Miami Beach eatery and location.

800 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
305-538-6397

Miami Beach Restaurant Guide: Joe's Stone Crab, Maxine's Restaurant & Lounge

Joe's Stone Crab- "In 1913, Joe Weiss opened up a small lunch counter on Miami Beach. Back then, Miami Beach was just a quiet, backwater town. Folks stopped in to chat and for a top-notch fish sandwich and fries. For 99 years, no visit to Miami has been complete without stopping in at Joe's Stone Crab. From the beginning, it has always been the love of food, family, and friends that has brought in customers and kept them coming."

11 Washington Avenue, South Beach
305-673-0365
Maxine's Restaurant & Lounge- serves breakfast all day long! The Challah bread French toast is already known to be the best on South Beach. Located in our North building of the Catalina Hotel & Beach Club, the restaurant, café, and bar is a great place to people watch while enjoying cocktails and delicious treats.

1756 Collins Avenue, South Beach
305-674-3527

Miami Beach Restaurant Guide: Hakkasan, Icebox Cafe

Hakkasan- “Just like the one in London, but with a much hotter crowd, contemporary Cantonese provides top-of-the-charts fare in a beautifully designed space in the Fontainebleau Miami Beach, distinguished by private niches with ornately carved screens."

4441 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
(786) 276-1388

Icebox Cafe- offers homemade gourmet food, prepared with the freshest
of local ingredients available, at affordable prices and served with the best customer service.

1657 Michigan Avenue, South Beach
(305) 538-8448

Miami Beach Restaurant Guide: Fogo de Chão, Fratelli La Bufala

Fogo de Chão- (fo-go dèe shoun), an authentic Brazilian steakhouse. The gaucho chefs expertly grill each of 15 cuts of meat, along with our gourmet salad bar, authentic Brazilian side dishes, and award-winning wine list and offer you continuous tableside service.

836 First Street, South Beach
305-672-0011

Fratelli La Bufala- Neapolitan Pizza FLB invites you to discover sensations and flavors linked to biological agriculture such as Buffalo meat and Buffalo mozzarella, no hydrogenated fats, industrial sauces, glutamates, or genetically-modified ingredients are used here!

437 Washington Avenue, South Beach
305-532-0700

Miami Beach Restaurant Guide: Doraku Sushi, Eden

Doraku Sushi- Japanese tapas restaurant, the food is modernized traditional Japanese, and there are no entrees or appetizers, only small portions for sharing. They have a low-lit, comfortable dining room or you can sit outside and people-watch.

1104 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
(305) 695-8383 ()

Eden- an intimate cafe from hospitality star Kelley Jones, a sensuous experience of food, drink, nightlife and culture featuring Seasonal American cuisine by venerable Award-winning Chef Christopher Lee.

210 23rd Street, South Beach
(305) 397-8760

Miami Beach Restaurant Guide: Clarke's, The Dining Room

Clarke's- neighborhood bar and grille with a fantastic atmosphere, casual with an old world feel. "A step back to a simpler place in time; inspired by the cultures of Miami, Dublin and New York. You don’t need to over think or over dress, with enticing menu selections, ranging from traditional Irish pub fare to regional American dishes, with a pint of Guinness or a bottle of wine from the comprehensive and well-priced wine list."

840 First Street, South Beach
305-538-9885


The Dining Room- "an intimate restaurant and hidden gem that features small plates made with locally sourced, sustainable ingredients, an eclectic wine list and seasonal beer selection."

413 Washington Avenue, South Beach 305-397-8444

Miami Beach Restaurant Guide: Blue Door Fish and Cecconi's

Blue Door Fish- The iconic Miami Beach landmark Delano's signature restaurant, the Blue Door Fish. "The new seafood centric restaurant offers a gorgeous renovated interior and an updated modern seafood-oriented menu."

1685 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
305-674-6400

Cecconi's- Located at the Soho Beach House in Miami; Originating in Venice, Cecconi’s has become critically acclaimed for its Venetian inspired food and garden dining with Silver Buttonwood trees and a retractable awning for indoor/outdoor dining.

4385 Colline Avenue, Miami Beach
786-507-7900

Miami Beach Restaurant Guide: Big Pink and BLT Steak at the Betsy Hotel

Big Pink- a diner with large portions and a wide variety of comfort foods. Outdoor and indoor dining, a fun atmosphere, and great breakfasts! There is awesome service here and they also deliver free from 9am-12am.

157 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
305-532-4700

BLT Steak- located at the Betsy Hotel, "BLT Steak is our interpretation of the American Steakhouse and combines bistro ambiance with steakhouse fare. Indulge in our signature warm popovers, along with specially selected steaks, fresh seafood and satisfying sides."

1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
305-673-0044

Miami Beach Restaurant Guide: Baires Grill and Balans

Baires Grill- Argentinean Bistro and grill with 15 different cuts of Angus steak prepared with South American spices. Reviewed and awarded as one of the best steak houses in Miami by Zagat.

1116 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
305-538-1116

Balans- offers a great dining experience in a relaxed environment with indoor and outdoor seating right on the famous Lincoln Road pedestrian mall. It has casual local and global foods and is open at 8am everyday for breakfast.

1022 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
305-534-9191

Miami Restaurant Guide: Ago and Asia de Cuba

Ago is Robert DeNiro's Italian restaurant, located at the Shore Club in South Beach.

1901 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL

(305) 695-3244

Asia de Cuba- a Thai, Asian, and Latin American restaurant at the

Mondrian. Asia de Cuba is also participating in the 2011 Miami Spice Event,

and the service is great!

1100 West Avenue, Miami Beach, FL

(305) 514-1940

Celebrating the Fabulous Foods of Miami

Restaurant Promotions City-wide

Miami Spice will be taking place until September 30!

Miami Spice 2011 is a mouth-watering restaurant promotion showcasing the very best of Miami cuisine. Miami's top restaurants offer three-course meals (Lunch $22, Dinner $35) featuring signature dishes created by world-renowned chefs. Discover the tropical fusion of ingredients that makes Miami dining so wonderfully out of the ordinary. You can visit the Miami Spice website for a complete listing of the restaurants that are participating!

SoBe Local Food Tours will be held Wednesday-Saturdays at 12:00pm and last about 2.5 hours. Guests travel to 5 "food stops" to experience the melting pot of cultures that is Miami Beach. Visitors will experience a crash course in Art Deco architecture while visiting mom-and-pop food shops, small eateries, and restaurants to enjoy traditional Cuban, gourmet Italian, fresh, in-season foods, Argentinean foods, contemporary Peruvian cuisine, and a grand finale of sweets. The cost is $59 per person, which includes all foods and liquids on the tour!