Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in The Crossings

"Juvia, the stunning restaurant on the rooftop of the iconic 1111 Lincoln Road building in South Beach, features a brunch menu worthy of its postcard-perfect setting. The restaurant is known for its harmonious blending of French, Japanese and Peruvian cooking styles. Start with bottomless cocktails such as Aperol spritz, prosecco or mimosas before tucking into an inventive appetizer like ceviche carretillero with white fish, crispy calamari and red onions."

"The swankiest rooftop terrace in all of Miami and the coldest pinot grigio in town. Insider tip: Arrive 30 minutes before sunset, order a few appetizers and get ready for a magical evening. 1111 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach; 305-763-8272 orjuviamiami.com"

"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."

"When you step through the cerulean front door and into Mandolin’s whitewashed courtyard, it feels as though you’ve teleported to Santorini. The Aegean restaurant opened in 2009, before the Design District developed into a popular Miami destination, and quickly garnered fans thanks to its fresh menu of Greek-Turkish classics and fruit-filled sangria. Snag a spot on the shaded terrace, and cover the table with grilled halloumi, fish swimming in olive oil and lemon juice, chunks of watermelon served with mint and feta, and spicy meat kebabs with thick yogurt."

"Probably the least Miami Instagrammable destination on this list, but totally perfect if you feel like pretending you’ve been whisked off to a Greek island. Not only are the decor and ambiance straight out of a dream at Mandolin, but so is its food so make sure to snap a pic or two before digging in (if you can resist the temptation!)"

"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."

"Miami’s culinary scene is so diverse, so it’s no surprise there are plant-based options, including Planta in Miami Beach, where vegans can get the best breakfast in Miami on the weekends. Many of the ingredients used in each dish are grown on the rooftop garden, so they’re guaranteed fresh!. The chefs will take classic breakfast and brunch staples and adapt them with vegan ingredients in such creative and delicious ways."

"Planta is the best places to eat in South Beach if looking for a plant based menu!. For Chef David Lee he believes plant based food can be innovative, sustainable, delicious and beautifully presented. Planta has a rooftop garden at the restaurant to provide fruits and vegetables year round!"

"If looking for food that is vegan in Miami and near south beach head to Planta. Planta, is one of the best vegan restaurants in Miami. Whether looking for a vegan brunch in Miami or dinner, Planta is the place to go!"

"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 lit brunch with a live DJ, unlimited alcohol, and dancing – then Tap42 is the place to be. They offer Bottomless Brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 11am – 3pm with $25 unlimited Mimosas, Bloody Marys, and Funky Buddha Floridian beer. Load up on some food to soak in all those sparkly drinks."

"Food Offering decades of Mexican tradition in a new Miami location, La Cervecería de Barrio is a casual seafood restaurant offering something for the whole family to enjoy. Ocean Drive is the 2nd US location…"

"Chef Frederic Zhulin, when he was his, was a personal chef of French President Jacques Chirac. With such experience open your own restaurant - a matter of time. Seasonal menus includelobster with remoulade sauce, roasted branchina and tuna in miso ginger broth."

"My girlfriend and I went for happy hour and we were delighted by the service. The food was absolutely amazing."

"Cielito Artisan Pops, a bakery and ice cream and frozen yogurt spot that offers desserts and more, is another much-loved go-to, with five stars out of 135 Yelp reviews. Head over to 2750 N.W. Third Ave., Suite 20A to see for yourself."

"This Miami art museum is a centerpiece of the University of Miami, and is home to a variety of Native American, ancient Egyptian, Renaissance and Baroque, Asian, and European originals. The Lowe is the oldest art museum in Miami, which originally opened in 1950 as an art display across the classrooms in the building. Originally established through a gift by Joe and Emily Lowe, this stunning 17,500-piece collection includes paintings from Claude Monet, African sculptures from 500 BCE, Asian costumes, medieval manuscripts, and The Samuel H. Kress collection."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user 8ABL used under CC BY-SA 4.0. Formerly known as University of Miami Art Gallery, Lowe Art Museum is the first professional art exhibition spot in the city. It was established in 1950 and housed within Merrick Classroom Building of the institute."

"Miami's reputation on the international art scene tends to focus on the new. The Magic City is the place where, once a year, collectors from around the world come to scope out the cutting edge of contemporary art. But what about the old?"

"These are just some of the artists whose work can be found in the impressive collection at the Institute of Contemporary Art–"a space committed to the advancement of 20th and 21st-century art in Miami and beyond. The ICA three-story building features numerous rotating exhibitions, complete with an outdoor sculpture garden. But what sets the ICA apart (aside from their free admission, which is huge for a Miami museum to offer) are their public programs–"which are also free to the community. From lectures to symposiums, panel discussions to film screenings, plus multiple educational youth programs, the ICA truly is a space where all artistic thought is welcomed and nurtured. Recommended for Free Things to Do because: Free museum tours are held on Sundays and are the perfect way to spend an afternoon learning about history and architecture."

"The Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) has come a long way since its inception as a single gallery space in 1981. Now one of Miami’s most beloved cultural institutions, the MOCA hosts around eight to 10 special exhibits a year alongside its stellar permanent collections. Among those showcased in the MOCA permanent collection are Keith Haring, Gabriel Orozco and José Bedia, with the collection boasting a whopping 500 works of art."

"The chocolate brigadeiro cake at Sagrado Cafe is an indulgent combination of moist layers of chocolate cake and brigadeiros, Brazil's signature truffle. Thanks to sweetened condensed milk in the truffle mixture, the cake remains moist despite the absence of frosting. To add to the richness, mini brigadeiros top the whole thing ($8 to $69 depending upon the size)."

"With an enchanted garden atmosphere, this Brazilian café in downtown Miami is a great place for family bonding time. Kids' meals ($14) start with a sharable warm basket of gluten-free cheese bread and a choice of soda or juice. Then it's on to their own plate of chicken Milanese, served with a side of rice, fries, or mac 'n' cheese."

"Starbucks Description Iconic Seattle-based coffeehouse chain. Seattle-based coffeehouse chain known for its signature roasts, light bites and WiFi availability. Address: 5711 NW 7th St, Miami, FL 33126, United States Phone: +1 305-265-8418 Website: http://www.starbucks.com/store/10575/ Store Hours: Sunday: 7am-9pm| Monday: 6am-9pm| Tuesday: 6am-9pm| Wednesday: 6am-9pm| Thursday: 6am-9pm| Friday: 6am-9pm| Saturday: 6:30am-9pm"

"Employees were working hard during a extremely busy morning when I visited. It's a small store and was packed but they all hussled hard to get our d..."

"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."

"Tucked behind Miracle Mile, on the new Giralda Plaza, The Local Craft Food & Drink is a neighborhood spot with gastropub-style food, 18 brews on tap, a rotating menu of 20+ bottles of craft beer, cocktails, and surprise concoctions. Perfect for lunch, dinner, weekend brunch or late-night drinks, pair your craft beverage of choice with plates like shrimp and grits, teriyaki beef jerky, mac n’ cheese with truffled breadcrumbs, or “Disco Fries” with homemade cheese whiz and bacon sawmill gravy.150 Giralda Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134."

"If you’re looking for elevated comfort food in Coral Gables, the Local is the place for you. This gastropub opened its doors in 2011 and has been slammed ever since. Indulge in a handcrafted cocktail here — with names like Grab ‘Em By the Peaches (bourbon, peach nectar, lemon, banana liqueur and Amaro) and Don’t Flick the Bean (whiskey, Irish cream, Disaronno, Amaro and Tia Maria coffee liqueur), you know you’re in for a treat or at least a wild ride."

"Here there’s a hearty menu serving southern classics with a twist. French toast lovers will enjoy its take on the usual brunch dish, that’s slathered with peanut butter and jelly, then topped with spiced nuts, apples, maple bourbon syrup. Order it as a main course or a dessert for a table — there’s plenty to go around."

"Ethiopian-Swedish chef Marcus Samuelsson has finally opened Red Rooster Overtown after months of COVID-induced delays. This is the third Red Rooster (the original is in Harlem, a second is located in London), and it promises to shine a light on Overtown's historical and cultural importance as the formative center of Black arts and music in Miami. As such, Red Rooster will act as a venue for local musicians to showcase their talents while diners enjoy dishes such as "Hot Honey Yardbird" (Samuelsson’s famed fried chicken) and "Obama’s Short Ribs" (a dish served to the former president at the original Red Rooster)."

"Marcus Samuelsson brought the restaurant concept that exploded him on to the national stage to Overtown, one of Miami's first Black neighborhoods, and he couldn't have done it any better. The food is a harmonious mix of soul food with Latin and Caribbean flavors, like the cornbread with rum butter and the Yard Bird that uses less batter than the Harlem location, and adds a sour orange hot honey. But just as important as the menu is the atmosphere, which is rollicking and vibrant."

"American , Latin ,  Caribbean"