Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Kendall

"Source: Photo by Flickr user Ines Hegedus-Garcia used under CC BY 2.0. This time, we swap our relaxed boho vibes for the ultra-modern and slick Juvia. This rooftop bar and restaurant has views that will take your breath away."

"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."

"Set atop the chains of Lincoln Road, Juvia is located in penthouse of the 1111 Lincoln Road parking garage, offering picturesque views of South Beach from every angle from its outdoor terrace."

"Romantic, friendly, and charming, Mandolin is housed in a vintage Miami cottage and spills out onto a back patio filled with greenery and twinkle lights. The result is the feeling you've entered the home of a charming host somewhere in the Mediterranean. The food is simple and real, with many herbs and vegetables grown on the premises."

"A Turkish-Greek couple opened Mandolin Aegean Bistro near the Design District, bringing the colors and flavors of the Greek islands to Miami, from the blue-and-white decor to the grilled halloumi and manti dumplings."

"Chef David Lee launched Planta in South Beach with the mission of crafting food that’s sustainable – without using any animal products. He showcases how plant-based eating can be healthy and environmental while still actually tasting good. It’s certainly not just about vegetables here – after all, Lee transforms mushrooms and watermelon into nigiri – and he allows diners to forget that his queso dip is vegan."

"Restaurants Vegan South of Fifth. This stylish plant-based restaurant in the South of Fifth ’hood serves pancakes, pizza and queso dip that won’t completely wreck your waistline. Think of Planta as an upgrade from your usual hippy, vegan dive."

"Don’t let the trendy South Beach location fool you – everything about Planta is elegantly down-to-earth. This innovative plant-based restaurant is inspired by all parts of the world, and it shows in the dishes they serve. While the entire menu isn’t vegan, a large portion of it is, and locals love everything on it."

"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."

"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."

"Top Chef winner Jeremy Ford is executing high-end meals at South of Fifth’s Stubborn Seed with dishes like a seared foie gras with pumpkin, crispy duck with creamy grits, and poached Maine lobster. The menu rotates constantly with plenty of seasonal a la carte options as well as eight-course tasting menus."

"Palapa is an organic social space interfacing nature, culture, and celebration. Palapa is the main event space at UBV. It is 3,500 square feet beneath a majestic tiki, surrounded by lush tropical trees."

"Known for its killer craft cocktails and dishes made with seasonal and sustainable ingredients, Beaker & Gray is a Wynwood staple. The dishes are packed with flavor, and not-to-be-missed dinner items include cheeseburger croquettes with aji amarillo, a bubbling queso fundido and the whole fish. When it comes to brunch, go for the creamy shrimp polenta and the Cuban Benedict."

"The Beaker and Gray boast of an extensive wine and cocktail list, crafted to perfection. They have a good and solid selection of beers as well. The name of the restaurant is rather incentives and takes inspiration from two of the basic culinary tools – the Beaker, used by bartenders to mix drinks, and a Gray Kunz spoon, used by chefs to execute dishes."

"Sure, Beaker & Gray is a restaurant that serves innovative dishes courtesy of co-owner Brian Nasajon. But you'd be remiss if you dismissed its cocktail program, led by Nasajon's partner, Ben Potts, as a side affair. Beaker & Gray's list of libations is as strong as its food menu; for some patrons, it's a destination in itself."

"Case in point, Cibo Wine Bar, whose outlet in SoFi doesn't just have 3,500 bottles of wine, it boasts them. Not content to just mention the selection, it's placed a two-story glass case of them right in the middle of the 12,000sqft restaurant, and -- this being Miami -- there are "wine angels" in spandex and fishnet stockings dangling from the ceiling to pick out your selection. They pair nicely with the house-made pastas & sauces and wood-oven pizzas."

"Cibo Wine Bar is a contemporary take on an Italian winery, and presents 3,500 bottles of premium wines in a dramatic two-story wine room. The bar is located in South Beach’s South of Fifth area, and there is a second location in Coral..."

"The number of girl’s night out dinners that have taken place at Cibo Wine Bar is probably way higher than one would expect. This Italian cuisine is one for the books. Seriously, the menu is on point."

"From the team behind culinary behemoth Zuma comes LPM Miami, an equally chic high-end French brasserie with Mediterranean touches. Guests at this Brickell spot can expect to dine among the socialite crowd and business crowds, who are all in search of one thing: delicious food. Stars of the menu include the creamy burrata, fresh yellowtail carpaccio, and melt-in-your-mouth traditional escargot, but don’t forget to save room for light-as-air cheesecake."

"LPM Restaurant and Bar is Brickell’s answer to fancy French Mediterranean cuisine. Seasonal Mediterranean produce shines through in dishes using artichokes, courgettes, lemons, olives and tomatoes, paired with pristine seafood, meat and pasta. Menu highlights include a whole roast baby chicken, gnocchi with tomatoes, and branzino, all complemented by a substantial French wine list that includes an extensive selection from Provence."

"The first U.S. venue for a celebrated international brand, La Petite Maison presents its signature French-Mediterranean cuisine to discerning Miami diners. The indoor-outdoor space..."

"Restaurants Bakeries Midtown. This humble bakery in Midtown churns out extravagant cakes and dozens of fine confections that make one wonder how they do it in such a compact space. DB’s signature cakes really get us scratching our heads."

"DBakers' chocolate lovers' cake combines dark chocolate crème anglaise and Swiss meringue dark chocolate buttercream in every rich slice. A shiny chocolate glaze finishes off the flamboyant confection. A crown of chocolate macarons and 24-karat gold splatters add an indulgent finishing touch."

"After you’re done taking a few photos, you can stop inside for some of Miami’s best desserts. 3501 NE 2nd Ave, Miami; dbakers.us. View this post on Instagram"

"Dadeland Mall is a large enclosed shopping mall located in the Miami suburb of Kendall, Florida, in the Dadeland district."

"Shopping might not be top of mind for most of us right now, but Brickell City Centre’s modern lines are certainly worth a sniff out. Its aerodynamic waves and urban form blend seamlessly with the lush landscaping within its walls. via Miami and The Beaches"

"You can either go to the second floor or walk by Zara and discover the rooftop section. If you’re looking for the perfect urban-chic picture this is the spot. They also have a flower wall backdrop for a southern feel."

"Four floors of luxury shopping, premium entertainment and world-class dining options await you in this chic and sophisticated retail hub."

"Take in Cuban culture by visiting Calle Ocho, also known as 8th street. The street is located in the heart of Little Havana and serves as the main spot for everything Cuban — from cigars and food to music. In addition, visitors see locals playing dominoes in Domino Park, which offers another look into Cuban culture."

"calle ocho little havanaCalle 8 is located in the heart of Little Havana and is known as the Cuban version of the walk of fame. As you stroll along Calle Ocho, you will see stars on the ground with the most famous Cuban celebrities!. There are many photo opportunities on Calle Ocho."