Best Dinner Places to Eat in Olympia Heights

"Perched at the top of South Beach’s 1111 Lincoln Road building, designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architects Herzog & de Meuron, Juvia offers spectacular scenery along with a winning menu. With both indoor and outdoor seating, a vertical garden and 280-degree views of Greater Miami stretching from the beach to Biscayne Bay, you’ll feel like you’re on top of the world. The cuisine at this fine-dining establishment combines French techniques with Asian and Latin flavors."

"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."

"The white-washed building with blue trimmed windows and brightly colored bougainvillea that houses Mandolin Aegean Bistro transports you to the magical Mediterranean as soon as you step through the doors. Set in a beautiful 1940s house located between the Design District and the historic Buena Vista, Mandolin serves traditional Aegean food from the azure coasts of Greece and Turkey. Founded by husband and wife Anastasia Koutsioukis and Ahmet Erkaya, Mandolin features a menu that is ingredient-driven, and they use locally caught fish and farm raised meat, pure olive oil, fresh herbs and vegetables, and homemade breads, cheeses, and yogurt in all their dishes."

"The best Greek and Turkish food in Miami is tucked away in the intimate, understated courtyard at Mandolin. Transport to the Greek isles with a menu of elegant small plates — no overfried falafel here — entrees like lamb and beef meatballs, and the exceptional grilled octopus, all with refreshing Greek wine to complete the meal."

"Greek , Mediterranean ,  Turkish"

"This plant-based paradise for celebrities, influencers, and Miami's sexiest so-and-so's is an alluring, tropical-inspired restaurant that serves vegan food that even carnivores will scarf down with glee. The menu is extensive and on the culinary cutting edge, offering impressively creative dishes such as ahi watermelon nigiri, melt-in-your-mouth cauliflower tots, an omnivore-inspired meat lover's pizza, and a savory burger. Pair you dinner with a cocktail made with fresh juice and don't forget to order soft-serve ice cream for dessert, available in rotating flavors."

"Vegan and plant-based diets have slowly been gaining popularity around the country, and Miami is no different. While some older establishments in the scene have come and gone, we're happy that Planta (a fully plant-based restaurant on South Beach) is still making a splash since its opening. The original Planta opened in Toronto several years back, and when hospitality-and-entertainment mogul David Grutman happened upon the vegan Canadian favorite, he decided to bring it back to the 305."

"From a mouth-watering Planta burger ($19.95) to steamed dumplings ($11.75), the South Beach vegan hot spot is satisfying those quarantine cravings. Open for delivery or pickup from Tuesday through Saturday from 3 to 9 p.m. and available on Postmates, Uber Eats and Door Dash."

"The brunch menu is split between sweet and savory making it easy to order dessert for breakfast. Go for the Chai waffles with whipped espresso cream and spiced syrup. Maybe the espresso cream will help fight off the sugar coma."

"There were some pretty small portions, but some really great tastes. We didn't love everything we tried, but it was definite..."

"This counter-service spot might be best known for its tacos and margaritas, but it’s surprisingly kid-friendly as well. With an area for the children to play in — that includes a teepee — plus kid and family-friendly dishes like quesadillas, Mexican pizza and nacho, it’s a crowd pleaser for all ages. View this post on Instagram"

"On an island in Biscayne Bay, you’ll find this unassuming but totally fun taco restaurant that’s like a vacation to Acapulco in the middle of Miami. If you’re dining in, you can chill out on colorful throw pillows and gaze out onto the bay. You can also grab your tacos to-go, if you prefer a homestyle moment."

"If you want to try the most delicious tacos in Miami – 222 Taco was made for you. However, there are not only tacos, but also many other dishes and drinks. You will also be offered a large selection of sauces."

"The gist: Chic, sleek Canadian import with a lively bar and a menu spanning multiple cuisines. Think of it like an ultra-modern Cheesecake Factory, with exponentially better food.The food: Massive menu dining is not, in fact, dead and is absolutely crushing it in the former Rosa Mexicano space. And while typically being a jack of all trades is a recipe for mediocrity at best, Moxie nails every proverbial hat they wear."

"Nestled in the back of a Key Biscayne strip mall somewhere behind an anonymous Starbucks sits a spot for fine Iberian dining. For the past few years, Kebo Restaurant has offered a varied and delicious selection of Spanish cuisine. It serves nearly everything you would want to eat after flying into Madrid, including tapas, paellas, fish, and meats, as well as a diverse vegetarian menu."

"One of the best brunch deals in the exploding dining scene of Doral is at Pisco Y Nazca, where chefs have curated a three-course, prix fixe brunch for a pleasantly reasonable $27. You’ll get Pisco faves like tostones, causa de pancita, ceviches, and alfajor pancakes, plus the option to go for bottomless sangria or passion fruit mimosas for another $18. The same deal goes at its Kendall location, if you don’t feel like climbing the Palmetto for brunch.How to order: Make a reservation, order delivery, or grab takeout via Pisco Y Nazca’s website"

"On Saturdays and Sundays for brunch, Pisco y Nazca serves a signature Peruvian take on flapjacks. Pancakes here are made with alfajores, traditional Latin milk-and-sugar sandwich cookies filled with dulce de leche, which are crumbled into the batter. The creamy, sticky treats come in a trio, topped with a layer of dulce de leche in place of caramel and served with fruit salad and whipped cream ($9)."

"Seafood, like in the chaufa pictured here, anchors the vast majority of Pisco y Nazca's menu. Pisco is a city in the Ica region of Peru that's famous for its grape brandy of the same name. Nazca is a desert town on the southern coast of Peru, which is also known for its production of pisco."

"Mynt Lounge is infamous in South Beach and known for drawing in its share of high-profile, VIP, and celebrity guests. The modern and luxury style décor create an opulent and lavish space where the energy is high, and the possibilities seem endless. House music and the top hits of the day are played in an open format to a crowd of dancing partiers under high tech LED fixtures."

"This is a nightclub and a bar, which is known for attracting celebrities. If you walk into this bar, there’s a pretty good chance that you might bump into one of your favorite celebrities. However, the door policy here is pretty stringent, so a perfect decent dress is a priority."

"As an homage to the original 1970s food hall, Yumbrella adds South Miami to the roster of neighborhoods embracing the fad. Located at the Shops at Sunset Place, the 6,500 square-foot space houses everything from grilled cheese to craft cocktails. View this post on Instagram"

"Martha Stewart stamps this as "the most beautiful spa in America," so if you're gonna book a treatment at Lapis Spa, then you might as well go big and reserve the Bleau private spa suite. There are two treatment beds, a jetted tub and a private bathroom and shower that accompany your oceanside view. Oh, and once you're done with your Aroma Detox therapy, you can bequest a personal bath butler to cater to your bubbling needs."

"Lapis Spa at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach Photo: Courtesy Fontainebleau Miami Beach. As one of Miami Beach’s most extensive facilities, Lapis Spa at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach is where you go to while away the day. There are 30 treatment rooms, including two oceanfront couple’s massage suites (with a shower and soaking tub for two) and two spa suites (each with a Vichy shower, tub, shower, and relaxation area)."