The globally celebrated French hospitality brand Bagatelle Miami River officially opened its doors on November 21st—ushering in a new chapter for Miami’s waterfront dining and nightlife scene.
A collaborative creation between Mandala Group and The Dirty Rabbit Group, Bagatelle Miami River fuses the brand’s signature “House” sophistication with beach-club exuberance, delivering a fresh and immersive experience along the river’s edge.
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Elegance Meets Riviera Energy
Designed in partnership with House of Kirschner and esteemed French designer Sam Baron, the space is thoughtfully composed to evoke the glamour of the French Riviera with a distinctly Miami flair. Expect lush greenery, elegant cabanas, intimate indoor lounges, a 25-seat bar area, and floor-to-ceiling windows that frame panoramic views of the skyline and waterway.
The venue captures a seamless transition from relaxing riverside dinners to vibrant, champagne-fused celebrations—day to night, calm to electric.
Miami Bagatelle restaurant plates. Credit miamiandbeaches.com
Culinary Craft Meets Tropical Ease
Helmed by corporate executive chef Rocco Seminara—who boasts experience alongside culinary legends such as Alain Ducasse and Joël Robuchon—and executive chef Marco Estrada Gallardo, the kitchen offers an inspired take on French-Mediterranean cuisine, elevated by seasonal, local ingredients.
The menu highlights seafood and raw-bar offerings, garden-fresh vegetables, and Mediterranean classics prepared with finesse—designed for a shared, convivial dining experience that’s as refined as it is relaxed.
Complementing the cuisine is a curated cocktail program that blends French elegance with contemporary mixology—perfectly suited to match Miami’s energy and the venue’s sunset-to-nightlife rhythm.
A Signature Miami Arrival
Few openings capture Miami’s spirit more wholly than Bagatelle’s 192-foot private dock, where guests arriving by yacht or boat can glide directly onto the waterfront terrace—migration from water to table made effortless. For those arriving by land, valet service is also available.
A New Benchmark for Miami’s Nightlife & Dining
Bagatelle Miami River is more than a restaurant—it’s a statement. As Miami continues to evolve as a global cultural and culinary destination, this venue stakes a bold claim: to be where refined dining, Mediterranean flair, and the pulse of the river come together. With a design that transports you to the Côte d’Azur, a menu that celebrates Mediterranean indulgence, and nightlife energy befitting the city’s rhythm, Bagatelle Miami River stands out as a must-see for both locals and visitors alike.
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