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French/
Bistro
12/20
 
1701 Sunset Harbor Dr.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-672-9336
  
 A Miami Beach bistro serving traditional French favorites. Read GAYOT's A La Folie 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

 
 
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

 
 
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

 
 
American10/20
 
Penguin Hotel
1418 Ocean Dr.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-531-8300
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 Three words: Breakfast, breakfast and oh, okay, brunch. This may be the last Ocean Drive bastion for locals. Read GAYOT's The Front Porch Restaurant 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

 
 
Burgers10/20
 
728 Ocean Dr.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-538-2115
  
 Double-fisted burgers, sauced-up chili fries and malts served by '50s-garbed staff. Read GAYOT's Johnny Rockets 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

 
 
Cuban11/20
 
820 Ocean Dr.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-532-9577
  
 An Ocean Drive setting and celebrity ownership give this average Cuban eatery a much-needed bump. Read GAYOT's Lario's on the Beach 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

 
 
International10/20
 
800 Ocean Dr.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-538-6397
  
 Ocean Drive’s 24/7 outdoor venue---the one that made South Beach famous (though not for food). Read GAYOT's The News Cafe Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian/
Contemporary/
Pizza
11/20
 
Pelican Hotel
826 Ocean Dr.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-673-3373
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 An outdoor table at this Italian-influenced café is a fashionable perch for Ocean Drive people-watching, plus pastas and wood-fired pizzas. Read GAYOT's Pelican Cafe Restaurant Review

 
 
Steakhouse/
Seafood
14/20
 
The Browns Hotel
112 Ocean Dr.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-532-8112
  
 A hip and hugely popular steakhouse with great meats and a diverse selection of equally satisfying salads, sides, starches and seafood. Read GAYOT's Prime One Twelve 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

 
 
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

 
 
Sushi10/20
 
647 Lincoln Rd.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-672-7112
  
 We recommend the more common varieties of sushi and sashimi over the exotic fish and seafood. Read GAYOT's Sushi Siam Restaurant Review

 
 
Japanese/
Sushi/
Peruvian
14/20
 
600 Lincoln Rd.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-673-5337
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 At this stylish Lincoln Road resto-lounge, the mix of Japanese, Peruvian and Brazilian flavors is as exciting as the people-watching. Read GAYOT's SUSHISAMBA dromo Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Fusion
12/20
 
The National Hotel
1677 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-532-2311
  
 A lovely spot to dine, whether indoors in restored ’20s splendor, or on the patio overlooking a striking pool. Read GAYOT's Tamara Restaurant Review

 
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