Komodo
Owned by one of the most well-known hospitality entrepreneurs in Miami, Komodo is an experience unlike any other. Located in the popular Brickell section of Miami, this three-story indoor/outdoor restaurant serves up high-end Southeast Asian plates and custom craft cocktails. Known for their whole Peking duck and their Australian Wagyu Tomahawk, the restaurant elevates every dish it serves.
Mignonette Downtown
This former 1930’s gas station turned oyster bar receives rave reviews from the people who join them for exquisite seafood meals. Their menu boasts everything from raw oysters to high-end caviars and hearty entrees such as Prime Manhattan Strip and South African Lobster Tails. Their extensive wine list is sure to impress everyone with a large selection of varieties and regions.
Joe’s Stone Crab
This iconic Miami restaurant has been around for more than a century. As the name implies, they are most well-known for the stone crab but also offer a variety of other seafood options and surprising dishes such as fried chicken and key lime pie. Anyone who has ever tried to drive to Miami Beach for dinner knows the right parking spot could make or break the trip. At Joe’s, they offer free parking to all their patrons to make the experience even more flawless.
La Carreta
Originally opened in 1976, La Carreta now has 8 locations throughout South Florida, each as amazing as the first. Serving up authentic Cuban fare, the restaurant has obtained a large following of loyal guests. Among some of the favorites are the Cuban sandwich, crispy plantain chips, palomilla steak, and, of course, their famous rice and beans.
Crust
An Italian gem located on NW 5th Street, Crust is consistently voted one of the best restaurants in Miami. With classic dishes such as mussels, specialty pizzas, and a long list of delectable pasta dishes, Crust offers Italian comfort food in a cozy and quaint dining room. It is consistently one of Open Table’s most popular restaurants and has received various awards throughout the year for its food.
Prime 112
If you are looking for top-of-the-line steaks and a possible celebrity spotting, Prime 112 is just the right place. Not only do they offer some of the best cuts of meat in the country, including Japanese A5 Kobe beef, but they have also been known to cater to some famous celebrities including Lebron James, Tom Brady, Jennifer Lopez, and the Kardashians. The interior is accentuated with dim lighting, dark leather, and a lively feeling that is hard to beat.