Miami has much to offer when it comes to good food! Hopefully those who live in the city as well as those who are visiting are able to take advantage of all the wonderful restaurants Miami has to offer. Miami is ethnically diverse, so a variety of food can be found and enjoyed. Almost anything one has an appetite for can be found in this city of multiculturalism. Anything from fine steaks to authentic Cuban specialties can be found somewhere in town. Whether looking for local eateries, international cuisine, or waterfront dining, Miami has it all. Below are some of the best spots to eat whether one is looking for fine dining or just grabbing a bite to eat.
Joe’s Stone Crabs
Joe’s Stone Crabs is a must if you happen to be in South Florida during stone crab season, which runs from October 15 – May 15. Stone crab is known for its sweet and tender crab meat, and visiting this place is mandatory for crab lovers! Here you will find the best crabs in town. As a side note, Joe’s also delivers in case you just don’t want to leave your hotel room.
Toni’s Sushi Bar
Got a taste for sushi? Toni’s Sushi Bar has excellent fresh sushi and is popular with the locals. It remains one of the best places to get sushi on South Beach for fair prices.
Timo Restaurant and Bar
Timo’s is another local establishment that anyone can enjoy. It’s a simple yet upscale restaurant located on the north side of Miami where wood-fired pizzas, pastas, sweetbreads, and seafood make regular appearances on its rotating menu.
Capital Grille
Zagat’s survey ranks this restaurant as one of the top ten steakhouses and boasts that it is “where the elite meet to eat meat.” Besides delicious steaks, Capital Grill also offers an impressive wine list.
Cafe Prima Pasta
If you’re looking for Italian food, go to Café Prima Pasta. This acclaimed Italian restaurant offers authenticity at its best. Here you’ll be sure to find many delicious Italian dishes.
Tobacco Road
Fine dining not your cup of tea? Tobacco Road’s award winning burgers are sure to hit the spot! They also offer other down home options such as wings, BBQ, and more. As an extra bonus they also have live music every night.
Shorty’s Bar-B-Q
Speaking of BBQ, Shorty’s is the place to go for not only some of the best BBQ, but at some of the lowest prices as well.
Tropical Chinese
Tropical Chinese offers authentic Chinese cuisine, including a popular Sunday afternoon dim sum.
Great restaurants are plentiful in most major cities, but Miami is one of the few where you can enjoy the outdoor weather and take in gorgeous ocean views while dining.
The View
Miami also has many scenic waterfront and ocean view restaurants. One such restaurant is The View. It is located in the Double Tree Hilton hotel in Miami and overlooks the Atlantic Ocean. They serve American Bistro cuisine where dining can take place inside or outside the restaurant. Either way the restaurant displays amazing views at their View Terrace. Dazzling views, amazing food, and beverage specials complete the experience at this trendy spot in North Miami Beach.
With so many delicious restaurants, it may be hard to choose. Hopefully this list of restaurants will help to narrow down the list of places to try without overwhelming. Anyone can see why Miami is such a popular place to not only visit and live. Finding good places to eat will never get boring in this happening city.
