Top Best Sushi Places & Restaurants in Downtown Miami

"Since it debuted in early 2018, the Miami Beach outpost of this Michelin-starred New York City concept by the acclaimed Japanese hospitality group, Plan Do See, has been a hit among both locals and tourists. Their main menu features incredible options like succulent sea scallops from Hokkaido paired with creamy, rich uni, shichimi pepper, shisho, yuzu, and ponzu; Japanese wagyu tataki seared to perfection and drizzled with rich truffle oil; crispy golden lobster tempura served with spicy mayo and bubu rice crackers; and all kinds of delectable robata favorites, like Nagoya-style chicken wings with caramelized spice teriyaki sauce, and bonito BBQ pork belly skewers with bubu arare, chile, and lime. You can also choose from a broad assortment of sushi, sashimi and nigiri offerings, oysters on the half shell with Japanese mignonette, and a toro sampler, as well as a range of tempting rice dishes."

"You’d never guess this super authentic Japanese restaurant would be inside a hotel, but lo and behold, Azabu is located in the Marriott Stanton South Beach not too far from Ocean Drive. It feels worlds away, though. Dimly lit, quiet and beautifully understated, Azabu has a Michelin-starred sister location in Tribeca which inspired its Tokyo comfort food concept."

"This New York City import boasts a “hidden” sushi counter that serves omakase using local and imported seafood from fish markets in Japan. Wash it back with one of the 40 imported whiskies on hand."

"Chef Jose Mendin puts his own spin on a host of brunch standards inside this home-grown sushi favorite. Highlights include onsen tamago shakshuka with soft baked eggs in a tomato-anticucho sauce and Korean chicken and waffles with honey chili garlic glaze. And don’t skip the breakfast bao bun, a fist-sized delight stuffed with poached egg, avocado tomatillo salsa, chopped bacon, and chorizo.How to order: Reservations are available via OpenTable"

"Fear not, Tiger King fans, the Pubbelly boys didn’t make this Netflix-themed roll out of spoiled Walmart meat and meth. Instead, it’s got shrimp tempura, king crab, and spicy tuna -- topped with masago, foie gras, avocado, chives, spicy mayo, eel sauce, and possibly a pending cease-and-desist order.Cost: $18; order delivery through Grubhub, Doordash, Postmates, and Uber Eats"

"Pubbelly Sushi's Coco Loco ($11)celebrates Miami’s year-round tropical climate. The brainchild of pastry chef Maria Orantes, this light and refreshing dessert is made of coconut ice cream, coconut mousse, compressed pineapple, brown butter streusel, white chocolate blondie chunks, and candied coconut chips. Plus, it's served inside an actual coconut."

"Ready for some of the most stunning unobstructed views of the Atlantic Ocean?. Sitting at 18 stories, WATR at 1 Hotel Rooftop has you covered. Whether you are staying at the Miami hotel or planning a visit to have some cocktails with views of Miami Beach, you will not be disappointed."

"Nothing like a soft sea breeze, white, pillowy couches and some delicious Peruvian-influenced Japanese cuisine to make us feel like we’re on vacation right here at home. 2341 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; 305-604-6580 or 1hotels.com. View this post on Instagram"

"Watr at the 1 Rooftop Miami is the perfect place to go to dazzle a date or have a memorable evening with friends. You can float 18 stories above the city and enjoy 360-degree views..."

"Pubbelly is an essential South Beach spot and a great place to sit outside with some cocktails and small plates while you judge the neon paint jobs on passing Ferraris. Sushi takes up the bulk of the menu - just don’t forget to put in an order for the butter krab roll, which is really just an efficient delivery system for warm clarified butter."

"Pubbelly is an Asian inspired gastropub serving delicious Asian-fusion dishes. Expect to find dishes like pork belly and scallion dumplings, udon carbonara and barbequed pork belly. This is a unique restaurant that serves light bites, main dishes and also beers from breweries in Asia, Europe and the Americas."

"Satisfy those sushi cravings with Pubbelly Sushi’s creative rolls. Order up its popular butter krab roll or sashimi platters and get 10 percent off your order using code PUBBELLYLOVE. Plus, save the receipt and get a bartender’s choice cocktail when it reopens."

"Whether you end up here on accident or on purpose, you’ll probably have to wait a bit so if you are able to make a reservation ahead of time, do. Weekend brunch is the best here. Sushi is available, as well as well as specialty rolls, ceviche, a raw bar and traditional brunch items like waffles, pancakes and avocado toast."

"Sugar Cane Raw Bar Grill is a garden of gastronomic delights. It is run by a renowned chef who has worked with famous faces, such as Emeril. Guests can enjoy meals such as sushi rolls, tapas, salads, oysters and other shellfish, and food prepared on the robata grill."

"Midtown's most popular restaurant rages seven nights (and days) a week, and it's not hard to see why. The vibrant, supersexy, high-design restaurant...Read More"

"Head to this Doral spot if your offspring are fans of sushi and tempura or if you're still trying to persuade them to try it. They'll get crayons to color a paper build-your-own bento box menu, which lists options such as grilled chicken thigh ($9), whitefish tempura with Japanese tartar sauce ($11), skirt steak with. koji and potato salad ($11), and chicken breast"

"Inspired by traditional izakayas, Dragonfly features a bevy of Japanese comfort food dishes like Japanese seafood pancakes with shrimp, octopus, and squid; garlic blue crab fried rice; neck-to-tail chicken tasting menu; and plenty of seafood and traditional sushi rolls."

"Dragonfly offers a true catch-to-consumption experience featuring the freshest fish you can find in Miami. It is actually located behind a working fish market where they sell local..."

"This Gainesville import made a name for itself by serving up inventive rolls like the Cobra Kai filled with red onion, tomato, imitation crab, tempura flakes, lemon, Loch Duart salmon, garlic-shiso pesto, and aged balsamic or the Black Dragon made with soft shell tempura, mascarpone, cucumber, scallion, topped with avocado, smoked eel, eel sauce, spicy mayo. Its daily happy hour is also a can’t miss, make this restaurant a go-to spot for many."

"Doraku Sushi, a sushi bar in Flamingo Lummus, is another go-to, with four stars out of 920 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1104 Lincoln Road to see for yourself. Doraku set out to reinvent the Japanese restaurant by capturing the flavors of Latin Cuisine while staying true to Japanese sushi traditions."

"Doraku offers a menu that has something for everyone whether they enjoy sushi or not. A well-rounded menu also provides wide selection for those … […]"

"Kaori is a Mediterranean/Asian restaurant inside the SLS LUX Brickell. Their menu includes crudo options, salads, and large plates like octopus, braised short rib, and seared salmon."

"Next up is Flamingo Lummus's SuViche South Beach, situated at 1119 16th St. With 4.5 stars out of 396 reviews on Yelp, the sushi bar, Peruvian and Japanese spot has proven to be a local favorite. According to SuViche's website, the restaurant strives to create a new type of cuisine, one that blends the ingredients, traditions and originality of Peruvian and Japanese. This is the growing local chains fifth Florida location."

"We are from out if town and we wish we had more time to come back again. Our server was very..."

"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."

"The Barnacle Historic State Park offers an opportunity to relax in a serene atmosphere. Also, there are a few beautiful boutiques (The Showroom, First Flight Out, Nikki's Beachouse Boutique) on Commodore Plaza -beach style clothes, cosy decoration, design accessories. Fringed by trees and cafés with terraces, this district has a cool Caribbean vibe going on."

"At this 5-acre gem in Coconut Grove is the oldest home in its original location in Miami-Dade County (1891), which once housed Ralph Middleton Munroe, an American yacht designer. You'll also see plenty of mesmerizing Spanish moss. A post shared by @lizz_ax3 on Feb 26, 2017 at 2:42pm PST"

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"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."

"Every city has to have a tiny hole-in-the-wall Italian restaurant run by people from Italy, that has amazing food and costs half of what its big, sexy competitors do. And while you're welcome to jump in the comments and tell us which one it is, our pick is this spot wedged onto Washington Ave between Fourth and Fifth Streets. Not only does it have an extensive menu of food that tastes straight out of Italy, but the pizza might be the best in Miami."

"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."

"Coconut GroveThere’s nothing quite like delving into a spicy, steaming plate of chicken vindaloo in a mirrored space that could well have been the inspiration for the Babylon Club. But would you expect any less out of Miami’s most vaunted Indian restaurant, who moved into this massive Mayfair space after it outgrew its old digs on Commodore Plaza. Bombay Darbar plays the Indian classics better than anyone in Miami, and though it’s not as cutting edge as some of our more-celebrated Indian eateries it still packs ’em in night after night.How to book: Call 305-444-7272 to reserve."

"Source: Photo by Flickr user John Krupsky used under CC BY 2.0. Nestled directly on the coast, you can’t get much closer to the water’s edge if you tried. Smith & Wollensky have been serving up fantastic steaks since they first opened their doors."

"This classic steakhouse perched in the South of Fifth neighborhood is just as popular for its views as it is for its meat selection. Opt to grab one of its steaks to-go, or dine outside and enjoy a meal and a sunset view."

"Stop for a sunset cocktail at Smith & Wollensky’s outdoor patio bar (adjacent to the park) and watch the cruise ships as they head out to sea. Option #2 – Miami Beach Botanical Garden"

"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."

"Every city has to have a tiny hole-in-the-wall Italian restaurant run by people from Italy, that has amazing food and costs half of what its big, sexy competitors do. And while you're welcome to jump in the comments and tell us which one it is, our pick is this spot wedged onto Washington Ave between Fourth and Fifth Streets. Not only does it have an extensive menu of food that tastes straight out of Italy, but the pizza might be the best in Miami."

"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."