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Rating
 
Contemporary13/20
 
1427 West Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-672-8881
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 A trendy bar scene and seriously tasty cuisine presented along with what seem like props from Pee Wee's Playhouse team. Read GAYOT's Barton G. The Restaurant Review

 
 
Steakhouse14/20
 
The Betsy Hotel
1440 Ocean Dr.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-673-0044
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 Masterminded by chef-restaurateur Laurent Tourondel, this steakhouse stands out from the pack. Read GAYOT's BLT Steak Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian14/20
 
1700 James Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-673-1010
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 Expect fine wines, a professional waitstaff and upscale Italian cuisine, all of which will be reflected in your bill. Read GAYOT's Casa Tua Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian11/20
 
819 Lincoln Rd.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-674-0350
  
 One of Lincoln Road's go-to spots for Italian fare, with homemade pastas, great wine list, and pleasant al fresco dining. Read GAYOT's Da Leo Trattoria Restaurant Review

 
 
Cuban11/20
 
1654 Meridian Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-672-8707
  
 Stop at the take-out window here for great juices and the best colada (Cuban espresso) on the Beach. Read GAYOT's David's Cafe 2 Restaurant Review

 
 
Cuban/
Nuevo Latino/
Global
12/20
 
Hilton Miami Bentley/South Beach
101B Ocean Dr.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-672-6624
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 In a glam poolside beach setting, Douglas Rodriguez presents imaginative takes on Cuban dishes plus global tapas and ceviches. Read GAYOT's De Rodriguez Cuba on Ocean Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian/
Contemporary
15/20
 
1311 Washington Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-674-9450
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 Professional service, an impressive wine list and Northern Italian cuisine brimming with distinctive ingredients elevate this rustic Italian gem. Read GAYOT's Escopazzo Restaurant Review

 
 
Seafood11/20
 
Avalon Majestic
700 Ocean Dr.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-532-1727
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 This old-timer’s rep has paled since its early-nineties glory days, but the menu’s modernized and the wine list still rocks. Read GAYOT's A Fish Called Avalon Restaurant Review

 
 
New American/
Steakhouse/
Wine Bar
14/20
 
432 41st St.
Miami Beach, FL 33140
305-538-8533
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 After dramatic physical and menu revamps, this old-timer is a formidable contemporary dining destination as well as a hangout for trendies. Read GAYOT's The Forge Restaurant Wine Bar Review

 
 
Chinese/
Cantonese/
Dim Sum
15/20
 
Fontainebleau Miami Beach
4441 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33140
786-276-1388; 877-326-7412
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 The first American location of Alan Yau's Hakkasan offers authentic Chinese fare in a romantic fine-dining setting. Read GAYOT's Hakkasan Restaurant Review

 
 
Mediterranean/
American/
Latin American
12/20
 
King & Grove Tides South Beach
1220 Ocean Dr.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-604-5070
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 A glamorous beachfront setting for elaborate modern resort food that reminds diners that vacations are special occasions. Read GAYOT's La Marea Restaurant Review

 
 
Caribbean10/20
 
900 Ocean Dr.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-673-4422
  
 A veritable carnivale of a sidewalk café representing everything that makes Miami tick---music, dancing, brilliant colors and fantastic tropical drinks. Read GAYOT's Mango's Tropical Cafe Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian13/20
 
1443 Washington Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-538-7850
  
 Consistently good and perpetually busy, this upscale trattoria is historic South Beach. Read GAYOT's Osteria del Teatro Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian15/20
 
1014 Lincoln Rd.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-531-4833
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 In an ultra-trendy South Beach setting, the refreshingly rustic dishes of Italy's Piemonte region draw A-list crowds. Read GAYOT's Quattro Gastronomia Italiana Restaurant Review

 
 
Seafood/
Floridian/
Caribbean
13/20
 
Park Central Hotel
640 Ocean Dr.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-673-6400
  
 In a romantic Art Deco setting, one of Ocean Drive's pioneer chefs serves creative Caribbean-inspired fresh seafood. Read GAYOT's Quinn’s Restaurant Review

 
 
Global/
Pan-Asian/
Dim Sum
14/20
 
The Setai
2001 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-520-6000
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 At The Setai's top-end restaurant, luxuriate over elegant traditional and creative dishes from a half-dozen Asian culinary meccas. Read GAYOT's The Restaurant at The Setai Review

 
 
Italian11/20
 
525 Lincoln Rd.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-672-8777
  
 A family-run Southern Italian/Italian-American restaurant that's wallet-friendly and informal enough for frequent feasting with the kids. Read GAYOT's Rosinella Restaurant Review

 
 
Steakhouse13/20
 
The Alexander All Suite Oceanfront Resort
5225 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33140
305-341-6565
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 Primarily a meat palace reserved for Dolphins football fans, this particular Shula's, located in a resort hotel, has a softer side---and a kids' menu. Read GAYOT's Shula's Steak House Restaurant Review

 
 
Steakhouse13/20
 
1 Washington Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-673-2800
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 The classics (including steaks to take home, from an on-site shop), plus a notable wine list and water view. Read GAYOT's Smith & Wollensky Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian13/20
 
1228 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-534-0079
  
 Truly superlative dishes feature exquisite ingredients prepared with intentional simplicity. Read GAYOT's Spiga Restaurant Review

 
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