Top Best Seafood Restaurants in Miami

"Also in Sunset Harbour, Stiltsville Fish Bar is the brainchild of culinary power couple Janine Booth and Jeff McInnis of “Top Chef” and James Beard Award fame. This seafood spot with down-home Southern comfort food is popular with both locals and visitors. Delight in everything from local snapper ceviche to decadent sweet corn spoon bread topped with butter-poached lobster."

"Stiltsville Fish Bar is run by Jeff McInnis and Janine Booth, both of whom have appeared on Top Chef. McInnis has also been a James Beard nominee. They source their fish and seafood from fishermen in Miami and Key Largo, and the menu changes daily to reflect the catch of the day and the seasonal availability of other ingredients."

"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 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."

"On the 16th floor of the Kimpton EPIC Hotel, Area 31’s outdoor veranda is still a go-to spot for happy hour cocktails or a seafood-focused meal, boasting some of Downtown Miami and Biscayne Bay views to boot. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Area 31 (@area31miami) on Apr 22, 2019 at 11:28am PDT"

"Romantic stalwart stays on top with new food and creative cocktails If you thought the Rusty Pelican, with its giant glass windows looking across Biscayne Bay to the skyline, was so romantic it had become cliché, thick again. Not content to be the grand dame of Miami’s romantic restaurants, the venerable Rusty Pelican has completely revamped its menu, adding stuff like fresh sushi, lobster risotto, and an impressive lineup of steaks. The cocktails here are also among the most surprisingly creative in the city, with six herb-infused gin and tonics complimenting an array of craft creations, like the Cider on the Biscayne with Elijah Craig bourbon, Drambuie, apple cider, lemon juice, and sugar cane."

"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."

"The Rusty Pelican is tailor-made for wooing with oversized windows, string lights, fire pits, and bay views. High rollers can partake in a caviar and Champagne tasting, while everyone else can choose from sushi, raw bar favorites, and an array of fresh fish entrees. View this post on Instagram"

"This quaint spot between Downtown Miami and Wynwood is an oyster lovers’ paradise, with an ever-changing rotation of fresh oysters from the east and west coasts. In addition to oysters served in all fashions (from raw to Rockefeller-style), indulge in Mignonette’s lobster deviled eggs, buttery lobster rolls and the jumbo diver sea scallops. Be sure to save room for dessert, as the butterscotch and Heath bar bread pudding is worth every calorie."

"Mignonette Downtown is a seafood restaurant started in a former 1930 gas station located at 210 NE 18th St that offers luxurious and down-home options. Guests can enjoy seafood dishes like Clams Casino, Charred Octopus, Grilled redfish, Faroe Island Salmon Fancy, Shrimp Cocktail, South African Lobster Tails, and more. Address: 210 NE 18th St, Miami, FL 33132, United States"

"Estiatorio Milos is an interesting marriage of a Greek fish market and an upscale white tablecloth restaurant; bright, airy, and with touches of white in swathes of curtains, this place brings to mind sailboats on the azure waters of the Aegean Sea. As you walk into the restaurant, you pass by the display of fish, most of which you have never heard of, that have been flown straight from Mediterranean fishing boats. To preserve the exquisite flavor of most of the fish, their preparation is very simple, mostly grilled or broiled and served with steamed or fresh vegetables."

"Estiatorio Milos is known for his inspired take on the cuisine of Greece, and this is evident in this restaurant. Each night, fresh fish is flown in from Mediterranean countries, including Greece, Spain, and Portugal. These are then used as the centerpieces for the stunning dishes created."

"Outpost of the upscale steakhouse chain offers classic American fare & a clubby, refined setting. Curbside Takeout & Delivery. Menu:thecapitalgrille.com"

"115 NE 3rd Ave, MiamiThe same man behind CVI.CHE 105, Juan Chipoco, and his team have been famous for multiple different Peruvian and South American restaurants all across Miami. Pollos & Jarras is one of his many ventures that has won the hearts of Miami residents with its décor, food, style, theme and ambience.Initially dogged by quality control issues, the Pollos & Jarras team has stepped up its game in the past few years and ensured that it makes a name for itself in the market. It now receives rave reviews consistently and it should."

"Oceanfront's Hoshi & Sushi, located at 5401 Collins Ave. in the Carriage House Condominiums building, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the sushi bar, Japanese and Asian fusion spot 4.5 stars out of 363 reviews. Chef Dongwook Seo believes eating fresh seafood is one of life's richest pleasures, according to Miami New Times. Hoshi & Sushi is his first restaurant and he's made it a point to serve sushi that's both simple and inventive."

"On a Wednesday night, found the service slightly lacking and the food portions fairly expensive for the portions we received. A convenient eatery if in a..."

"Soyka, located in a former warehouse and the locals’ favorite since 1999, offers a casual and cozy ambiance to relax your first date jitters. A narrow alley between the garden room and the main room is covered wall to wall with lush plants, antique mirrors, chandeliers and lined with tables for two with charming wicker chairs—a romantic spot to spend time getting to know your love interest. Their menu varies from charcuterie to quinoa salad, with a diverse list of options for all budgets."

"CHICA Miami is the second location from chef Lorena Garcia, an alum of TV’s Top Chef Masters famous for her mastery of Latin and South American cuisines. Her menus feature contempo..."

"The outdoor seating area is walled off by hedges dripping with pink and purple flowers, giving your meal a garden party vibe. This Midtown restaurant is currently one of the most popular brunch destinations in Miami. So make sure to make a reservation to get your table."

"Shark Valley Tram Tours offers two-hour guided tours of the paved loop trail that runs 15 miles through the Everglades from the Shark Valley Visitors Center. This is a great way to spot some wildlife and get a high-level perspective of the park from the Observation Tower at the loop's most distant point. If you're planning on visiting during the park's busy season (December through April), be sure that you call ahead for a reservation."

"The two-hour tram tour is the best way to tour through the area. A naturalist is aboard the tram who educates about the ecosystem of the wetland, the animals found in the region and the diverse plants present. The tram takes along the Tram Road Trail."

"Part vintage surf shack, part sultry outdoor club, Hyde Beach at SLS South Beach hotel is a prime spot to rub elbows with the young and fabulous of South Beach beneath string lighting and palm trees. Inside the bar, you’ll find VIP tables, a DJ booth and dance floor, while outdoors there’s a sprawling space to mix and mingle in the fresh air by the swimming pools. For a debauched weekend daytime pool party, this is one of the hottest scenes in town."

"Hyde Beach offers artful mixology and cuisine from Jose Andrés — all in an over 8,000 square-foot indoor/outdoor space with a gorgeous pool and beach access."

"If you don’t mind breakfast at a chain restaurant, we don’t mind including one of the most consistently good options for breakfast in Naples, even if it is a bit pricey. From "million dollar bacon" (again, pricey but oh so yummy) to the vanilla chai, First Watch serves some excellent breakfast choices which include traditional favorites and a wide array of healthy options as well. This award winning Florida based chain of restaurants use only in-season produce for all their preparations."