Best Fine Dining in Brickell

"The solo debut by Miami’s own Top Chef winner, Jeremy Ford, Stubborn Seed is a cozy-yet-hip South of Fifth spot turning out some of the city’s most elevated cuisine. While there is a complete a la carte menu with dishes like ricotta gnudi, warm celery root with crispy mushrooms, and smoked prime rib, the real highlight here is the tasting menu, where guests can try a bevy of classics and seasonal creations, plus get some of its melt-in-your mouth gooey snickerdoodle cookies to take home to remember the meal."

"If you’re looking for a nice dinner spot in South of Fifth - maybe to celebrate a special occasion or just the fact that you made it across the MacArthur in less than five minutes - Stubborn Seed is the best place to go. It’s a small spot that feels like an old-school cocktail lounge that ran into a steel mill, with lots of dark wood and metal pipes lining the leather booths. The reason you come here, though, is for the excellent food, which changes up regularly, but always includes lots of fresh seafood."

"Stubborn Seed is a contemporary American restaurant in South Beach from chef Jeremy Ford, famous for his appearance on TV’s Top Chef. The small space brings together Art Deco and i..."

"A modern take on the classic seafood restaurant by Blue Collar chef Danny Serfer and partner Ryan Roman. Described by critics and guests as a “plain and fancy” oyster heaven, it also features plenty of other seafood items, as well as non-sea dwelling options like prime rib, chicken, and its famous veggie board."

"The humble interior of Mignonette belies the quality of the food served, says Miami New Times. This seafood restaurant is influenced by French cuisine. At the heart of the dishes, diners can enjoy the delicious flavors of fresh seafood, such as shrimp, crab, lobster, clams, oysters, and a vast array of fish."

"If steak is more up your street, Smith & Wollensky Miami Beach is another great place to watch the sun set across the Miami skyline. The famous American steakhouse has a large outdoor patio area, perfectly positioned for a romantic dinner beneath the stars."

"If you want a top steak with your view, Smith and Wollensky is the place. Its spacious indoor and outdoor areas provide plenty of room for safe dining during the pandemic. It features a beautiful waterside setting with large outdoor patios."

"Katsuya resides within the SLS Hotel South Beach and has quickly become the absolute best place to visit for unique custom-made sushi rolls in all of South Florida. Master Sushi Chef Katsuya Uechi has spent years perfecting the delicate art of sushi and has carefully crafted several special rolls to fit American palates. Signature dishes include Crispy Rice with Spicy Tuna, Kanpachi Tataki, Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño and Miso-Marinated Black Cod."

"Last but not least, there's Happy Place Donuts, another downtown favorite with four stars out of 18 reviews. While gourmet doughnuts are first on the menu here, the gelato case is also worth inspecting, according to Yelpers. Stop by 507 Española Way to hit up the bakery and ice cream parlor next time it's too hot to contemplate being outside without a cooling treat."

"There’s no happier place than a doughnut shop and Happy Place calls it like it is. From the team behind the famous Sugar Factory, Happy Place is South Beach’s answer for everything hot, fluffy and sweet. The Espanola Way location is a massive 4,000-square-foot doughnut wonderland with finger-licking flavors inspired by Italian street food."

"Ring local staple Joe’s Stone Crab for a takeout lunch just down the street; Miami natives know the side dishes are the best things on the menu. Order a few claws, but focus on hashed brown potatoes, famous coleslaw, sweet potato fries, creamed spinach and a slice of Key lime pie if you have room. Dine outside at your picnic tables and enjoy the view."

"The place is decorated with contemporary paintings and celebrity murals such as Frida Kahlo and Audrey Hepburn. Come for the inspiration and take as many pictures as you want."

"Hollywood has a considerable Romanian population, and La Vendetta is an ideal place to sample some of their hearty cuisine, as well as some well-made Italian specialties. The mititei, a type of sausage shaped meatball, is a signature dish served with a side of creamy polenta smothered in sour cream."

"The outdoor dining area is very cute in a parklette type setting with umbrellas and plants. Service was fairly quick."

"What began as a mom-and-pop 30-seater has grown into an Indian-food mainstay with two locations (Coconut Grove and Fort Lauderdale). Diners crunch on crisp papadum wafers while watching Bollywood movies on a large screen and perusing the menu. That list is lengthy, but at its heart are the tikkas, tandooris, and vindaloos that fans of Indian food crave."

"An original stand of unadulterated South Florida jungle, Simpson Park is a preserve of old growth hammock, the exact same stuff that blanketed South Florida thousands of years ago, just left alone from development. Within stands a simple, serene pavilion designed by architect Chad Oppenheim."

"Few American parks can claim to front such a lovely stretch of turquoise as Biscayne Bay, but this fantastic green space is packed full of freebies too, including a great playground for the kids. The Tina Hills Pavilion has free concerts and yoga sessions, but Bayfront Park has some interesting public art worth discovering as well. The JFK Torch of Friendship recognizes the accomplishments of US congressman Claude Pepper, while Isamu Noguchi, who redesigned much of Bayfront Park in the 1980s, has three great sculptures: the Challenger Memorial, The Light Tower, and our favorite, the Slide Mantra."

"Few American parks can claim to front such a lovely stretch of turquoise as Biscayne Bay, but Miamians are lucky like that. Noted artist and landscape architect Isamu Noguchi redesigned much of Bayfront Park in... Top ChoiceMuseum in Downtown Miami"

"Known for the spirit, freshness, and French flare they put into every dish, L'Edito French Restaurant is the place to go for a full-on French meal. Start your night with a glass of wine then move onto an appetizer. Favorites include the French onion soup, escargot in flaky puff pastry, and pan-seared foie gras."

"Once you enter Buena Vista Bistro you’ll be immersed in a laid-back, 1950s-inspired setting that won’t distract you from the food. When renowned Chef Claude Postel moved to Miami, he was certain that he wanted to open a true neighborhood joint where diners could gather for a taste of authenticity and value. After five years on South Beach, he opened Buena Vista Bistro, a small, intimate restaurant that quickly became the neighborhood hot spot."

"At Buena Vista Deli, terrace seating inspires the feelings of a French bistro in the heart of the Miami Design District. Not only does the ambiance have a French flair, so does the cuisine, which includes an array of freshly baked croissants, pastries, and pate, with daily specials displayed on the hanging chalkboard sign inside."

"Restaurants Buena Vista. This popular neighborhood cafe serves all sorts of authentic and tasty French treats and takes its croissants very seriously. Though if you want them toasted, which you do, they won’t shun you for Americanizing their national treasure."

"If Central America became unified, Managua might be its center, Yambo its expatriate capital. The authentic food, particularly the grilled meat, is excellent and startlingly cheap. Best of all, though restaurant service ends at 3:00 a.m., Yambo is open 24 hours."

"Coconut Grove’s recently revamped hotspot The Taurus, is offering takeout and delivery in addition to outdoor dining. On the menu, new approachable, flavor-forward dishes sure to please include: Croquetas; Chicken Wings – ranch dusted, buffalo sauce, celery or Jamal’s lemon pepper; Duck Quesadilla – duck confit, black bean, cheddar, sour cream; Pastrami Sandwich – Big Marty bun, house pastrami, grain mustard; The Taurus Burger – Big Marty bun, Beltran’s bacon, cheddar, onion ring, house BBQ sauce, fries; The Frita Classic – spicy ketchup, papitas; and an array of pizzas. For a limited time, and with limited availability, guests can enjoy the legendary Proof Burger, served on Wednesdays only."

"As one of the oldest bars in Miami’s oldest neighborhood, this Coconut Grove icon offers a stellar range of whiskey and craft beers. The low-slung exterior looks like a pub that you may American Social on the side of the road in Australia but the interior is all-American. There is a sizeable outdoor section that allows you to enjoy the beautiful Miami weather while knocking back a local craft beer and chowing down on a delicious slice of pizza or a hamburger."

">> WHERE TO EAT IN LITTLE HAVANA - our favorites discoveriesGuayaba y Chocolate : Excellent organic chocolate products and Cuban coffee in an art gallery - 1637 SW 8th St- - - > We tried the famous Cuban restaurant La Caretta and didn't like it at all. Bad service, bad food. Maybe Versailles is better (3501 SW 8th St) ?"

"La Carreta’s signature roast-pork sandwich is best enjoyed with homemade crispy plantain chips and a sweet mamey papaya shake. All locations currently offering delivery and take-out, with some offering dine-in eating—check website for details. Various locations; lacarreta.com"

"La Carreta is similar to Havana Harry’s — it’s a very popular and authentic Cuban restaurant that also a bit more expensive than others. 3632 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135 (See On Google Maps)"