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Some of the best bites come from the smallest spots, and that's especially true at Clive's Cafe. This local gem serves hearty plates of some of the best Jamaican food in Miami. Each entrée, from curried goat to jerk chicken, is piled high and features your choice of two sides, such as the popular rice and peas or macaroni salad. Don't forget to grab a spicy beef patty for the road.
5890 N.W. 2nd Ave., Florida, 33127, USA
Known For
- Braised oxtail
- Jerk chicken wings
- Curried goat
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
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Miami is filled with great steak houses, but this is arguably the best. Located in the glamorous art deco open lobby of The Betsy hotel on Ocean Drive, noted chef Laurent Tourondel (of BLT Steak fame) presents a seasonally inspired menu that includes fresh seafood, sushi, the highest-quality cuts of USDA prime and certified Black Angus beef, and decadent sides (don't miss the hand-cut Parmesan truffle fries with truffle aioli).
1440 Ocean Dr., Florida, 33139, USA
Known For
- Massive popovers
- The Betsy crab cake
- Cocktails inspired by literary greats
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The original location of the Miami-based specialty coffee roaster is smack in the center of Wynwood (it has now expanded into Miami Beach and other South Florida neighborhoods), attracting a who's who of hipsters, artists, and even suburbanites to indulge in small-batch cups of joe and super-moist muffins and fresh-baked pastries. Baristas gingerly prepare every order, so expect to wait a little for your macchiato.
2390 N.W. 2nd Ave., Florida, 33127, USA
Known For
- Cool clientele
- Strong coffee
- Fabulous people-watching
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Oversize baked doughnuts piled high with creative toppings plus fun coffee offerings like Cinnamon Toast Crunch lattes are the reasons for the sometimes long lines at this doughnut shop. Even if the national doughnut craze has subsided elsewhere, The Salty continues to live up to the hype with a rotating menu of popular pick-me-ups like the white chocolate tres leches and guava + cream cheese, made with 24-hour brioche.
50 N.W. 23 St., Florida, 33127, USA
Known For
- Hyped-up Instagram flavor drops
- Baked doughnuts that are worth the wait
- Seasonal flavors with a Miami twist
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Miami visitors looking for that "Cuban food on Calle Ocho" experience, look no further: this storied eatery, where old émigrés opine daily about all things Cuban, is a stop on every political candidate's campaign trail, and it should be a stop for you as well. Order a heaping platter of lechón asado (roasted pork loin), ropa vieja (shredded beef), or picadillo (spicy ground beef), all served with rice, beans, and fried plantains.
3555 S.W. 8th St., Florida, 33135, USA
Known For
- Gossipy locals at takeout window
- Old-school Little Havana setting
- Guava-filled pastelitos
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Under the glow of a green neon light in a hip industrial space, this locally loved, independent coffee shop offers quick service and a curated list of rotating coffee blends, pastries, and sandwiches for breakfast and lunch. Coffee connoisseurs will delight in the several preparations of nitro cold brew, pour over, and carefully crafted lattes. Most popular of the bites is the Runny & Everything sandwich, an aptly named sunny-side up egg sandwich with bacon, cheddar, lettuce, and tomato on an Everything brioche bun, but you'll also find local staples like croquetas and fresh-squeezed Florida orange juice.
1035 N. Miami Ave., Florida, 33136, USA
Known For
- Awesome coffee blends
- Knowledgeable baristas
- Locally made pastries
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The wait for a table at this outpost of the legendary Italian restaurant is just as long as for its counterparts in West Hollywood and London. Expect heavy portions of atmosphere: it's a real scene of who's who and who's eating what, cast in a seductive, vintage-chic setting across the courtyard of Soho Beach House.
4385 Collins Ave., Florida, 33140, USA
Known For
- Light and succulent fish carpaccios
- Truffle pizza
- Beautiful lighting
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Reservations essential
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It's farm-to-table surf and turf at this elegantly understated restaurant in the Four Seasons Hotel Miami, where hefty portions of the finest cuts and freshest seafood headline the menu, prepared by renowned chef Aaron Brooks. For a more casual experience, enjoy your meal and the restaurant's artisanal cocktails under the skies on the alfresco terrace.
Don't overlook happy hour weekdays 4--7 pm with $1 oysters, 2-for-1 bites, and $8 bubbles and cocktails.
1435 Brickell Ave., Florida, 33131, USA
Known For
- Charcuterie boards
- Sunday brunch
- Five-course tasting menu
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To the northwest of Coral Gables proper, this small but boisterous indoor-outdoor market is one of the easiest and truest ways to see Miami's local Latin life in action. Besides the rows of fresh, tropical fruits and vegetables—and the shakes you can get with any of them—Miami's original food hall has numerous counters where you can order a wide variety of Latin American food, from pan con lechón (roast pork on Cuban bread) to fried pork rinds.
5721 W. Flagler St., Florida, 33144, USA
Known For
- Fresh, cold coconut water in the shell
- No-frills feel
- Picnic-style tables
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A tried-and-true locals' hangout since it was founded in the early 1990s—with regulars including athletes, politicians, entrepreneurs, artists, and other prominent area names—this cozy café serves simple French-Mediterranean delights. Despite the restaurant's see-and-be-seen reputation, diners are encouraged to sit back and simply enjoy the experience with relaxed decor, good food, and friendly service.
3468 Main Hwy., Florida, 33133, USA
Known For
- Fruity cocktails
- Nutella French toast
- Late-night lounging and noshing
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This quaint coffee shop owned and operated by a local roaster serves a handful of its own blends and a selection of homemade pastries and sandwiches. Stop in for a morning jolt and buy a bag of Per'La Specialty Roasters coffee to go.
2626 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Florida, 33134, USA
Known For
- Locally roasted coffee
- Friendly staff
- Goods available for purchase
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An unconventional Jewish deli that's not exactly kosher, Josh's serves impressive creations like the "Jewbanize," a deli-style take on a Cubano, in addition to more traditional classics like corned beef Reubens and latkes. The menu here changes often and can be found on Instagram. One day it's a barbecue pop-up and the next day it's Chinese, but there's always some sort of deli offering.
9517 Harding Ave., Florida, 33154, USA
Known For
- An ever-changing menu
- Josh's quirky character
- Great corned beef
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues; no dinner
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In one of Miami's most captivating and seductive settings, this headline restaurant by celebrity-chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten fuses Spanish, Caribbean, and Latin American gastronomy while focusing on local products, resulting in a diverse collection of small and large plates. Indulge in tropically inspired plates like avocado pizza, Florida Keys shrimp in "Agua Diablo," and grilled Florida black-grouper tacos.
2901 Collins Ave., Florida, 33140, USA
Known For
- "Light & Bright" beach-conscious options
- Seasonal craft cocktails
- Stunning terrace for outdoor dining
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$ | Design District |
The name stands for "out to lunch," and, indeed, you could hang for quite the lunch break at this Design District haunt that serves coffee drinks, pastries, and sandwiches in an Instagram-worthy atmosphere. Don't miss the toast topped with superseed butter, a gluttonous, if healthy, alternative to your usual PB&J standby.
160 N.E. 40th St., Miami, Florida, 33137, USA
Known For
- Avocado toast
- Strong coffee
- People-watching
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner
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The java spot that launched Miami's caffeine revolution, this no-frills Wynwood flagship is a good pit stop for iced cold brew as you're perusing art and graffiti murals in the district. The shop also serves cakes, cookies, wine, and beer, all in a friendly atmosphere with free Wi-Fi and local art on the walls. The coffee beans here are roasted in-house and sold by the pound, which make for great take-home gifts.
2390 N.W. 2nd Ave., Miami, Florida, 33127, USA
Known For
- Great baristas
- Ethically sourced coffee
- Colorful crowd
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