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Best Miami/South Florida Outdoor Dining


Enjoy dining al fresco?  Let yourself be romanced by the sidewalk sounds of a big city or pampered by the peacefulness of a patio garden. Flock to the terrace, deck or boulevard table and share a bite, under the sun, an oversized patio umbrella or the stars. Be it a brunch in the breeze, sunset supper or long lunch, all of it tastes best outside. Visit a few of these top airy hot spots for the best outdoor dining in Miami.


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Area 31 Seafood
14/20
Dining Room at Area 31, Miami, FL EPIC
270 Biscayne Blvd. Way
Miami, FL 33131
305-424-5234 | Menu
Skyline views, sustainable seafood, an innovative chef, and a happy hour with discounted tapas draw a trendy crowd to this hotspot. More...

Barton G. The Restaurant Contemporary
13/20
Dining Room at Barton G. The Restaurant, Miami Beach, FL 1427 West Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-672-8881 | Menu
A trendy bar scene and seriously tasty cuisine presented along with what seem like props from Pee Wee's Playhouse team. More...

Bizcaya Grill American
13/20
The Ritz-Carlton, Coconut Grove
3300 SW 27th Ave.
Coconut Grove, FL 33131
305-644-4670 | Menu
American grill-house meets modern bistro in a Ritz-ly sophisticated setting. More...

Cafe Sambal Asian
13/20
Dining Room at Cafe Sambal, Miami, FL Mandarin Oriental, Miami
500 Brickell Key Dr.
Miami, FL 33131
305-913-8251 | Menu
Good food and a great view for a reasonable price---put this on your list of noteworthy restaurants that few know about. More...

Casa Tua Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Casa Tua, Miami Beach, FL 1700 James Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-673-1010 | Menu
Expect fine wines, a professional waitstaff and upscale Italian cuisine, all of which will be reflected in your bill. More...

Il Mulino Italian
12/20
Dining Room at Il Mulino, Sunny Isles Beach, FL Acqualina Resort
17875 Collins Ave.
Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
305-918-6860 | Menu
This branch of a Manhattan hotspot serves ultra-upscale fusion (Italy/Little Italy) fare, in an opulent resort setting. More...

Johnny V Contemporary
14/20
Dining Room at Johnny V, Fort Lauderdale, FL 625 E. Las Olas Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
954-761-7920 | Menu
Johnny V's food is rooted in familiar flavors culled from our country's regional cuisines, but elevated with worldly-wise additions. More...

La Marea Restaurant Mediterranean
12/20
Dining Room at La Marea Restaurant, Miami Beach, FL King & Grove Tides South Beach
1220 Ocean Dr.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-604-5070 | Menu
A glamorous beachfront setting for elaborate modern resort food that reminds diners that vacations are special occasions. More...

The Dining Room at Little Palm Island Floridian
16/20
Dining Room at The Dining Room at Little Palm Island, Little Torch Key, FL Little Palm Island Resort & Spa
28500 Overseas Hwy
Little Torch Key, FL 33042
305-872-2551 | Menu | Photo
South Florida cuisine in a setting right out of a tropical fairytale. More...

Red Fish Grill Seafood
12/20
Dining Room at Red Fish Grill, Coral Gables, FL Matheson Hammocks State Park
9610 Old Cutler Rd.
Coral Gables, FL 33156
305-668-8788 | Menu
Red Fish Grill offers sautéed, seared and fried seafood dishes plus an awesome view. More...

Red Light Little River American Regional
14/20
Motel Blu
7700 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL 33138
305-757-7773 | Menu
A funky, fun, mostly-outdoor riverside spot to watch manatees swim by and eat regional dishes from a homeboy chef. More...

Renato's Italian
14/20
87 Via Mizner
Palm Beach, FL 33480
561-655-9752 | Menu
Utterly charming and romantic restaurant for Italian and Continental cuisine. More...

Scarpetta Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Scarpetta, Miami, FL Fontainebleau Miami Beach
4441 Collins Ave.
Miami, FL 33140
305-674-4660 | Menu | Video
Italian food in a warm, expansive, luxe beach setting. More...

Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse
13/20
Dining Room at Smith & Wollensky, Miami Beach, FL 1 Washington Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-673-2800 | Menu
The classics (including steaks to take home, from an on-site shop), plus a notable wine list and water view. More...

Wish Contemporary
13/20
Dining Room at Wish, Miami Beach, FL The Hotel
801 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-531-2222 | Menu
A lovely setting plus seasonal, global (mostly Mediterranean) cuisine distinguish this South Beach restaurant. More...

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