Best Fine Dining in Palmetto Bay

"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."

"Time Out lists Stubborn Seed as one of the best places to dine in South Beach. It is run by Jeremy Ford, who won Top Chef. There is a seasonally changing menu that reflects the availability of fresh local produce."

"Cooking in a state surrounded on three sides by water, Florida chefs typically know a thing or two about seafood. Opened in mid-2014 by Miami natives, Edgewater restaurant Mignonette makes a splash with its modern take on the traditional oyster bar. With an old-Florida-meets-New-Orleans vibe, the space features tufted camel-colored banquettes, a long marble bar and oversize arched windows with palm views."

"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 you were looking for the Mad Men experience in Miami, then you will want to get a steak at Smith & Wollensky. This is a classic steakhouse with a beautiful view of South Pointe Park and all the luxurious cuts of meat you can imagine. Most of the cuts are dry-aged, although there are a few unexpected options like the gorgonzola bacon crusted filet."

"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."

"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."

"Restaurants South Beach. Katsuya is Philippe Starck’s chic sushi restaurant where South Beach’s well-heeled crowds go for just-caught sashimi that’s so fresh it’s served alongside the actual fin and head. Whether you dine here or at the Brickell location, the resounding “Irashaimase!"

"What do you get when you pair Chef Katsuya Uechi with designer Philippe Starck?. A butterfly decorated contemporary sushi lounge. The atmosphere is not the only attraction about Katsuya; the food is justifiably a crowd pleaser."

"Established by restaurateurs Mauro Bortignon, Stefano Cavinato, and Tommaso Morelato, Toscana Divino is an authentic Italian restaurant in Miami offering traditional and modern Tuscan dishes in the heart of the Mary Bricknell Village. Inspired by Italy's rich culinary history and penchant for locally sourced and sun-ripened ingredients, Italian Chef Andrea Marchesini creates dishes that reflect these principles and bring a taste of Italy to diner's plates in Miami. Appetizers range from bruschetta and ribollita (a thick Tuscan vegetable bread stew) to thinly sliced beef carpaccio and Octopus puttanesca."

"Toscana Divino is an Italian Restaurant and wine bar located in the central square of the Mary Brickell Village. The restaurant, built in partnership with the consortium of leading Italian businesses Wine & Fashion Florence, brings the best of Tuscan cuisine and Tuscan products to Miami. Toscana Divino presents an expansive view of modern Tuscany, ranging from the art, crafts and fashion items of the region to the diversity of its cuisine."

"Established by Chef Roberto Legrand in 1995, Spiga Ristorante Italiano is an elegant restaurant with a romantic front garden that serves Northern Italian cuisine in a tranquil setting. Reminiscent of an old Italian villa, the restaurant boasts an intimate and charming atmosphere and serves a menu of exceptional Italian fare. Renowned for serving some of the best pasta in town, Spiga hand-makes and prepares pasta daily, and signature dishes include pappardelle with a lamb ragout, tortelloni stuffed with ricotta, pears, and taleggio, spaghetti with seafood mixed seafood, and quadretti with portobello & oil truffle pasta."

"Spiga is located on Collins avenue in Miami Beach with a unique romantic atmosphere of an old Italian villa. All pastas are made in house and menu items are all made using the freshest ingredients for the last 25 years!. The dinner menu focuses around old Italian dishes like Calamari, Mozzerella alla Caprese, Zuppa di Cozzee and Vongole with mussels and clams in a white sauce."

"With white tablecloths, candlelight, and an inviting outdoor space, Spiga Ristorante Italiano has a romantic, special-occasion-worthy vibe. The dinner menu perfectly fits this old-..."

"Wedged onto Washington Ave between Fourth and Fifth Streets, La Locanda is a tiny hole-in-the-wall Italian restaurant that serves an extensive menu of traditional Italian cuisine for lunch and dinner. Owned and operated by Francesco Cavalletti and Massimo Fortunato, their cozy 'little bambino' comfortably seats up to 60 guests, who tuck into delicious dishes such as ravioli stuffed with spinach and cheese in a light pink sauce, linguini with clams, veal scaloppini of the day, and a variety of gourmet pizzas. Desserts include Italian cheesecake, creme caramel, and homemade panna cotta, while an extensive list of fine wines is available to pair with the delicious fare."

"La Locanda is one of the Italian Restaurants in South Beach located on Washington Avenue. Owned by Francesco Cavalletti and Massimo Fortunato this 60 seat trattoria source their ingredients from local farmer and has been serving up delicious and affordable homemade Italian food since 2003. Appetizers on the menu include mini meatballs with rich tomato sauce, fresh mussels, or the large assortment of pizzas like La Locanda with shaved parmesan, arugula, cherry tomatoes and parma ham."

"La Locanda is one of the Italian Restaurants in South Beach on Washington Avenue. The owners Francesco Cavalletti and Massimo Fortunato opened this 60 seat trattoria as a place you can eat a delicious meal in a casual settings. They try to source most of their ingredients from local farms."

"This celebrated Wynwood restaurant is a favorite for locals and visitors alike, thanks to its innovative menu and artistic aesthetic. The bar area features a floor-to-ceiling, wallpapered mural by famed street artist Shepard Fairey, while the dining room boasts panoramic canvases by Christian Awe and a futuristic painting by Santiago Rubino, along with an 11 foot multi-colored sculptured man by David Benjamin Sherry. Between the eclectic artwork and innovative dishes found on the restaurant's Latin-influenced menu, the restaurant is a stand-out in Miami's culinary scene."

"Wynwood Kitchen & Bar is one of the trendiest places in Miami. Come enjoy a delicious meal and an ice-cold drink while you enjoy the featured work by local artists. Some of the restaurant’s most popular dishes include pork belly, baby octopus meat skewers, lemon pepper calamari, sautéed clams, and empanadas."

"To this day, Wynwood Kitchen & Bar is one of my absolute favorite spots. It’s situated right in the heart of the ever-so-photographable Wynwood Walls, providing you with hella insta opportunities, while also filling you up with tapas inspired dishes. The guacamole is to die for."

"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."

"The Perez Art Museum Miami and the Frost Museum of Science are both near Brickell, and they’re adjacent to the sprawling Museum Park. If you opt for the science museum, don’t miss the planetarium show!. Afterward, relax at Museum Park, and watch the cruise ships sail away between 4 pm and 6 pm."

"Drive from Miami Beach back to the mainland, and travel along Biscayne Boulevard to get a glimpse at some of the hypermodern, ambitious mixed-use projects under construction: the 10-block, $2 billion Miami Worldcenter, the $1 billion Brickell City Centre, and Museum Park, home to"

"If sunny, the Museum Park is perfect for a nap under a palm tree. >> WHERE TO EAT IN BAYSIDE - our favorites discoveries10 Fruits : Healthy salads and sandwiches, delicious juices. - 143 NE 3rd AveVerde : Waterfront restaurant and bar with great coffee - Pérez Art Museum"

"The 0.8-mile Anhinga Trail is a self-guided walk through a sawgrass marsh on an easy, paved trail. Like the Gumbo Limbo trail, Anhinga is not open to bicycles but convenient for wheelchairs and strollers. It's almost guaranteed that you'll see some Everglades wildlife when you walk this trail."

"If you do just one walk in the Everglades, make sure it's on the Anhinga Trail. Gators sun on the shoreline, anhinga spear their prey and wading birds stalk haughtily through the reeds. You'll get a close-up view..."

"Royal Palm Visitor CenterEverglades National Park, FL 33034(305) 242-7700. About four miles from the Everglades entrance, the Anhinga Trail starts at the Royal Palm Visitor Center and winds through a sawgrass marsh."