Top Best American Restaurants in Biscayne Gardens

"Those seeking a refreshing change to the usual SoBe restaurants should look up...way, way up, at the rooftop gem known as Juvia. Flaunting French, Japanese, and Peruvian inspired dishes, this eclectic eatery boasts nothing but the freshest ingredients and boldest flavors. Located at the top of the 1111 Garage on Lincoln Road, Juvia is a popular spot for lunch for the South Beach business crowd (with a $23 prix-fixe menu, why wouldn't it be)."

"If you time your arrival right, you can catch the sunset through floor-to-ceiling windows or in the rooftop dining room complete with vertical gardens. With panoramic views of South Beach and beyond, this penthouse-level hot spot is a great place to impress your date. The menu isn’t too shabby either, offering an eclectic mix of contemporary takes on Japanese, French, and Peruvian cuisine."

"Looking for a rooftop bar in Miami with stunning views of South Beach?. May we suggest Juvia?. Built atop a designer parking garage, you may be surprised to find an ultramodern space that doesn’t scrimp on luxury."

"SoFiThe tasting menu is all the rage at Top Chef’s season 13 winner Jeremy Ford’s Miami venture. With items that change constantly based on what’s in season, every visit to this alluring outpost is a titillating adventure for the taste buds. The kitchen is roughly the same size as the dining room, with its hustling crew on full display through glass windows."

"SoFiWhat you're getting: Giant Chocolate Chip CookieWe’d tell you to never try and eat one of these cookies-the-size-of-your-head alone, but if you’re eating at Big Pink during the hours that one usually eats at Big Pink, counting calories isn’t exactly in the top 10 on your priority list. So if you’re not going for one of these burgers, get this longtime SoFi dessert staple, equivalent to about five that you’d get at Starbucks."

"Down in Miami Beach, this iconic diner lives up to its name. Yes, the restaurant is as pink as it is big, and this whimsical joint serves up all-American, kid-friendly food with a side of nostalgia. Go here for all-day breakfast, burgers, chicken fingers, and TV-dinner style trays made from scratch."

"Though in many cities brunch is reserved for Saturday and Sunday, other cities also have people with jobs they can legally explain. Blue Collar gets Miami’s flex schedule lifestyle and offers a full brunch menu all day, every day. So if you’re hankering for brioche French toast, shrimp and grits, or a massive breakfast burrito with chipotle sour cream and 3pm on a Monday, they’re happy to oblige."

"The term “comfort food” never made more sense than it does right now, when your anxiety can be easily quelled by a big, savory side of beef. Nobody does brisket better than Blue Collar, where you can still enjoy that braised beef with mashed potatoes and jus, with nothing to clean up after your food coma.Cost: $20; Orders by calling the restaurant at 305.756.0366"

"Danny Serfer’s Blue Collar takes its cues from the classic American diner. The tiny restaurant in the MiMo District offers daily specials and elevated comfort foods. Start with a gutsy New Orleans-style dish of shrimp and grits with bacon and Worcestershire-based barbecue sauce, or Chanukah latkes (served year-round)."

"Area foodies gather at the edge of the Miami River where Seaspice and Modern Garden Restaurant serves a unique amalgam of flavors and spices from around the globe … […]"

"We’re proud of everything we serve here at Andy’s – from our live fire grilled meats, seafood and local fish to mouth-watering American classics.Chef Kyle and his team hand select fresh, top sourced ingredients to craft daily specials as well as the dishes that have established us as a new local...Mehr"

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Andy’s Live Fire Grill & Bar (@andyslivefire)"

"Another colorfully named Coconut Grove bar, this nautically-themed dive bar whisks you away to the Florida Keys and offers an impressive 52 taps to choose from. As you may have guessed, they specialize in seafood but vegetarians can fill their stomachs with waffle fries and garlic bread. This is a big hangout for University of Miami students so you may want to come early if you want to enjoy your beer in (relative) peace."

"Part vintage surf shack, part sultry outdoor club, Hyde Beach at SLS South Beach hotel is a prime spot to rub elbows with the young and fabulous of South Beach beneath string lighting and palm trees. Inside the bar, you’ll find VIP tables, a DJ booth and dance floor, while outdoors there’s a sprawling space to mix and mingle in the fresh air by the swimming pools. For a debauched weekend daytime pool party, this is one of the hottest scenes in town."

"Hyde Beach offers artful mixology and cuisine from Jose Andrés — all in an over 8,000 square-foot indoor/outdoor space with a gorgeous pool and beach access."

"Shark Valley Tram Tours offers two-hour guided tours of the paved loop trail that runs 15 miles through the Everglades from the Shark Valley Visitors Center. This is a great way to spot some wildlife and get a high-level perspective of the park from the Observation Tower at the loop's most distant point. If you're planning on visiting during the park's busy season (December through April), be sure that you call ahead for a reservation."

"The two-hour tram tour is the best way to tour through the area. A naturalist is aboard the tram who educates about the ecosystem of the wetland, the animals found in the region and the diverse plants present. The tram takes along the Tram Road Trail."

"Restaurants Ice cream parlors Design District. Pastry chef Soraya Caraccioli-Kilgore’s playful dessert spot sells vibrant unicorn cakes, rich chocolate bark and soft-serve in unexpected flavors. Her ice cream, in varieties such as matcha and berry rhubarb, is already pretty special yet she always finds a way to kick it up a notch with add-ons like edible glitter, gold leaf, gold dust, cotton candy and fancy sprinkles—and we’re all the more grateful for it."

"Soraya Kilgore — best known as the pastry chef at restaurants like Brava and Alter — is the woman behind this palace of sweets in Miami's Design District. MadLab Creamery isn't just about the ice cream, however. This spot also entices young and old to create their own sweet-treat work of art via more than 30 toppings, including edible glitter, tufts of pink cotton candy, golden-sheet sprinkles, even a macaroon or two."

"Nice to know that the more things change, then change again, then get downright effing surreal, some things stay the same. Like how Night Owl Cookies will still bring you a dozen cookies at almost any hour of the night. And, though you can still go into the store to pick them up for now, you’ll have to wait outside until you get a text saying they’re ready.Cost: $2.75 a cookie; order through Postmates"

"It’s business as usual at both locations with the entire menu available. Keeping it trendy, Night Owl will also feature specials like cookies inspired by Tiger King along with a Wake ‘n Bacon cookie, a chocolate chip cookie topped with creamy dulce de leche and dipped in candied bacon. View this post on Instagram"

"If you want a cookie as big as a frisbee, check out the menu at Night Owl Cookies. They’ve got two locations in the Design District and near FIU. The menu includes a bunch of pretty crazy-looking cookies that would work wonderfully during a movie night or to fling across the room at your disrespectful roommate."

"The scene: Undoubtedly one of the coolest, trendiest restaurants in Miami Beach, CVI.CHE 105 features a space-age design, with a sleek grey and silver colour palette, mesmerising purple lights and abstract sea-inspired artwork. This happening Peruvian hangout specialises in delicate ceviche dishes, all served with a squeeze of fresh Chulucanas’ lime juice, Arequipan onions and your choice of sauce. The cooked fare is equally impressive and takes the form of everything from generous platters loaded up with bite-size Peruvian delights designed for sharing, meat and fish plates based on old recipes rooted in tradition and fresh seafood dishes that use some of the less popular yet incredibly tasty seafood."

"Cvi.Che 105 is a popular Peruvian eatery based on Lincoln Road, and it is known for its delicious ceviche and classic cocktails, all of which is served in a stylish, art-inspired space that attracts a trendier crowd. Start with stiff pisco sours before making your selection from the menu, which features a range of small appetizers, ceviches, and tiraditos, traditional mains such as saltados and tacos, and fresh seafood. Desserts include creamy mousses and rich cheesecakes while the drink menu is packed with signature cocktails, Peruvian beers, and various soft drinks."

"If you want to try out Peruvian cuisine, you should try out CVI.CHE 105 has to offer. As an 8-year award-winning Peruvian restaurant situated in the heart of Miami, you will enjoy a selection of creative and one-of-a-kind ceviche, among other traditional dishes."

"When your seafood comes from the restaurant owner’s own boats, you know you are getting the freshest seafood possible. For the last 20 years, Casablanca Seafood has been one of the favorite Miami restaurants, not only for its fantastic location on the Miami River, you can even arrive in your own boat, but also for its superb food. The large dining room is elegant and comfortable, with its wall of glass overlooking the river, but if you can, sit outside on the spacious terrace and watch the boats pass by against the distant Miami skyline."

"Casablanca Seafood Bar & Grill is an upscale eatery and fish market with waterfront views located at 400 NW N River Dr that serves freshly caught seafood along with cocktails, beer, and more. With more than 20 years of experience, Casablanca Seafood Bar & Grill is popular among the locals for serving the freshest of the sea. Enjoy fresh seafood delicacies like Crispy Coconut Shrimp, Casablanca Seafood tower, Crab Stuffed Shrimp, Vuelve a la vida Seafood Cocktail, Octopus Ceviche, Casablanca Signature Stuffed Lobster, and more."

"This riverfront fish market and restaurant serves up some of South Florida’s best seafood, caught daily. The casual spot channels major Key West vibes, and the views of Downtown Miami are awe-inspiring as the food is delicious. Savor local and international fresh seafood dishes, like cod fritters, Creole shrimp tostones, hearty paella, and a grilled parillada that comes with prawns, calamari, oysters, octopus and more."

"In a 2011 local media poll, 15th Street Fisheries was voted the best waterfront restaurant in Fort Lauderdale. The views from its position in Lauderdale Marina are one of the features that have made this restaurant such a popular option for seafood lovers. It is also an affordable place to eat, especially if you visit during the happy hours when cut-price meals and drinks are on offer."