Top Best Seafood Restaurants in Biscayne Bay

"This nautical spot by Top Chef vets Jeff McInnis and Janine Booth is one of our favorite outdoor dining spots in Miami—and for good reason. Catch us on the patio, indulging in the crispy whole yellowtail snapper, lemon-dusted fried chicken and chilled watermelon and pickles all while staring at the sunset. 1787 Purdy Ave., Miami Beach; 786-353-0477 or stiltsvillefishbar.com"

"About a mile south of Cape Florida, this cluster of pastel-colored wood-framed houses is Miami’s best-kept secret. No matter the season or time of day, this spot is always ready for its closeup. 1787 Purdy Avenue, Miami Beach; stiltsvillefishbar.com"

"Located on the top floor of the EPIC Hotel, trendy Area 31 has the reputation of the best view in town as well as exceptionally good food and cocktails. Sunset over the Biscayne Bay and the city skyline from the restaurant’s poolside terrace is absolutely breathtaking, but Executive Chef Wolfgang Birk manages to draw the attention of his guests with his frequently changing menu that is based on sustainable ingredients and focuses on local seafood with a Spanish twist. The menu is extensive but the chef’s fresh ceviche, crudos and tartares are legendary."

"Located on the 16th Floor of the Kimpton Epic Hotel, one of the best hotels in Miami, Area 31 is a popular happy hour spot with gorgeous views overlooking sparkling Miami waterways and downtown Miami. The food is locally sourced with a seafood-centric menu with a Mediterranean flavor. At the bar, you’ll find seasonal cocktails and an international wine list."

"If you dig wind in your hair and a chill vibe, head to Area 31 at the Epic Hotel in Downtown Miami, where the neighboring buildings and location on the river act as a wind tunnel. Be sure to check out the yachts docked below and excellent city views to the south. A photo posted by Pietro Matulli (@pietro_matulli) on Jun 13, 2016 at 6:46am PDT"

"Key BiscayneNo restaurant in Miami has seen more weddings, bar mitzvahs, quinces, and over-aggressive first dates than the venerable Rusty Pelican. Its spectacular view of the Miami skyline is unrivaled and, while it once had a fairly-dated menu a new chef brought the place new life about three years ago, and now it’s actually worth going to for the steaks as much as it is for the glittering downtown view.How to book: Reserve via OpenTable or order take-out and delivery via Uber Eats."

"Restaurants Seafood Miami. This Key Biscayne institution is a no-brainer for people who pick their restaurants based on atmosphere and views—the vibe here is lively and the scenery beyond picturesque. Plus, there’s outdoor seating for folks looking to get their fill of that waterfront dining experience that’s surprisingly hard to come by in Miami, no matter how many miles of shoreline this city boasts."

"With panoramic views of beautiful Biscayne Bay and the Downtown Miami skyline, the outdoor seating at Rusty Pelican is some of the most sought-after in town. In fact, it's the sort of place you'll definitely want to get a reservation for. Get into the spirit of the nautically-themed dining room and order one of the seafood specialties."

"Chef Danny Serfer’s Italian pop-up celebrates the comforts of Italian cooking with to-go items like Mussels Red (pan-roasted in a spicy red sauce), saffron arancini with fig jam, spaghetti meatballs, veal marsala, and eggplant Parmigiana. End the feast with lemon ricotta cheesecake. Available for takeout or delivery."

"If you’re looking for top-notch Greek food, head to Estiatorio Milos, open for dining outdoors and takeout. At this Miami favorite, every dish doubles as a getaway to the Mediterranean and the Aegean. Start with a tasty tartare, then order some grilled octopus and Athenian-style lobster with linguini."

"For some of the best seafood in Miami, head to Milos by Costas Spiliadis. This authentic Greek restaurant specializes in fare from the sea. Imagine the freshest wild-caught fish pa"

"A stunning addition to the SoFi (South of Fifth Street) District, this elegant seafood spot may be difficult to pronounce, but … […]"

"For another variation on the Cuban sandwich theme, pay a visit to La Camaronera. The Garcia family opened a fish market in Miami in the 1960s; about 10 years later they added fryers to cook and serve some of their catch on site. You could only eat standing at a counter, but a few months ago they finally installed chairs and tables."

"Founded by a family of Cuban fishermen, La Camaronera has been an off-the-beaten-path Miami staple for over 50 years. A few of the best dishes here include camarones fritos (fried shrimp) and cangrejo moro (Florida Stone Crab)."

"When you come to Old Lisbon in Coral Way, Miami, and listen to the Portuguese chatter of the guests, you will know that you are in the right place to try homemade traditional Portuguese dishes and some select Portuguese wines. The dining room is elegant without being pretentious, with white tablecloths and a discrete décor. The focus is on the food and while the menu is full of diverse seafood dishes, there is something for everyone."

"Truluck’s Ocean’s Finest Seafood and Crab is an upscale seafood restaurant and steak chain located at 777 Brickell Ave that also features happy hours, a long list of wine, and fashionable décor. The menu includes delicious seafood dishes like Crab Dip Taramasalata, Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, Crab & Shrimp Napoleon, Lobster Roll, Miso-Glazed Seabass, Hawaiian Tuna Crudo, and more. Address: 777 Brickell Ave, Miami, FL 33131, United States"

"A modern approach to seafood and a nautical-chic vibe draws a crowd to Lure's Fishbar, which is located inside the Loews Miami Beach Hotel's historic St Moritz Tower. On offer are creative appetisers (try the devilled eggs with caviar, or crispy rice cakes with spicy tuna), sushi rolls and salads meant for sharing, and entrée-sized seafood and steak dishes. The bucatini pasta with butter-poached lobster is a sumptuous option and they've got an award-winning burger for those not in the mood for fish."

"No trip to Miami Beach is complete without sushi, and Lure Fishbar is a great choice. The restaurant itself is lovely and luxurious, and the staff is famous for their kid-friendly attitude. You’re certain to find a high chair or a booster seat, and DVD players are even available to keep kids entertained."

"Capturing an upscale nautical atmosphere, the restaurant and raw bar are the brainchild of Josh Capon and Executive Chef Jeff Raider who … […]"

"La Boulangerie Boul’Mich is a French-style bakery, cafe, and breakfast eatery that offers fresh-made foods and baked goods every day. Their breakfast menu is quite egg-centric, with options for omelets, Benedicts, scrambles, and more as well as some classic French fare and other breakfast dishes like a croque madame, pain perdu, and buttermilk pancakes. Beverages are nonalcoholic, with options of freshly squeezed juice, Orangina, iced tea, and sparkling mineral water."

"A French bakery with a Latin twist” is their motto; a perfect way to reel in Miami’s Hispanic locals. While there might be a few Latin elements, La Boulangerie is most noticeably French. Light-filled and full of noise behind the counter, fresh-baked pastries that run out every day (best almond croissants)–straight from Paris’ own streets!"

"Villa Azur is an elegant gourmet restaurant in South Beach that serves exotic French Mediterranean dishes prepared with an Italian twist. Featuring romantic décor with antique drop chandeliers and vintage motifs, the restaurant has a menu reflecting that same style. Villa Azur has a raw oyster and caviar bar, tartare and carpaccio, cold and warm appetizers, and a range of fresh seafood, meat, and pasta dishes."

"Villa Azur rewrites South Beach’s uncurbed allure in bold, cursive italics, guided by quill feather and inkwell. The chic French-Mediterranean restaurant offers an escape to plush sofa seating and ornate fineries—away from what you’d expect out of Miami Beach. It was designed to emulate European elegance: a French Villa."

"This French-Riviera-inspired spot is as jetsetting as the actual destination, attracting Miami’s Euro crowd with its chic, Belle Époque vibes."

"The building opened in 1925 and became a US National Historic Landmark in 2008.* It’s an impressive landmark. It first started as headquarters for the newspaper Miami News. It now is a contemporary art museum."

"Located just off South Dixie Highway in Homestead, the Coral Castle Museum is a unique outdoor attraction that was built by a local man entirely from local limestone. It’s still a mystery how he moved and manipulated the massive limestone blocks used in the castle’s construction; some have suggested he may have had extraterrestrial help. Though the verdict is still out on that claim, there’s no doubt that it’s a popular attraction with children and adults alike, and it’s one of those one-of-a-kind Florida attractions that you won’t see elsewhere."

"Unlike the Medditerian Revival mansions at Coral Gables or the Art Deco buildings of the South beach, The Coral Castle Museum is a singular structure. It is said that the 1,100-ton coral rock castle was built single-handedly by a man who lost his love. The structure alludes to mysteries like that of Stonehenge."