Cote Miami
Modeled after its flagship location in New York City, the Miami Design District Korean steakhouse consistently delivers a unique experience, combining the hallmarks of a classic American steakhouse with Korean barbecue. Complete with top-quality ingredients and marbled beef. Cote is equally a dining spot as it is an experience. 3900 NE Second Ave, Miami, @cotemiami
Elcielo Miami
The restaurant, helmed by Colombian-born chef Juan Manuel Barrientos, offers Colombian cuisine incorporating modern signature dishes made with avant-garde and neuroscience techniques. 31 SE Fifth St., Miami, @elcielomiami
Hiden
Taking cues from its name, the “hidden” omakase restaurant in Wynwood offers an exclusive omakase experience with fish flown in from Japan. You can only access the restaurant with a time-sensitive password, which features a pre-selected menu. 313 NW 25th St., Miami, @hidenmiami
Le Jardinier Miami
This Miami Design District restaurant from The Bastion Collection and chef Alain Verzeroli offers a contemporary French dining experience rooted in seasonality, refined technique and top-tier fresh ingredients. The restaurant serves elegant dishes and an approachable menu that highlights seafood, carefully sourced meats and produce through a balanced, modern lens. 151 NE 41st St. STE 135, Miami, @lejardiniermiami
Los Félix
The restaurant takes guests on a Mexican culinary journey and honors ancestral wisdom and ceremony. Los Felix’s menu features an array of seafood, tacos, grilled meats and more, incorporating tradition with a welcoming atmosphere and record bar. 3413 Main Highway, @losfelixmiami
Ogawa
While there are plenty of omakase spots in Miami, Ogawa nods to its Little River location. Ogawa, which translates to “small river,” offers an intimate 11-seat dining experience. Helmed by chef and owner Masayuki Komatsu, Ogawa is an epicurean adventure with an ever-changing set of dishes meticulously crafted with ingredients sourced from Japan. 7223 NW Second Ave., Miami, @ogawamiami
SHINGO
As chef Shingo Akikuni’s namesake, SHINGO has proven to serve culinary excellence to patrons and discerning omakase lovers. Located in Coral Gables, the 14-seat restaurant offers traditional Japanese nigiri, seasonal sashimi and premium sake pairings with fish sourced almost entirely from Japan. 112 Alhambra Circle, Coral Gables, @shingomiami
Stubborn Seed
This Michelin-starred destination seamlessly merges various cuisines into a delectable menu. While chef Jeremy Ford’s all-encompassing menu features many standout dishes, the American tasting-menu-focused restaurant by theTop Chef winner offers classics and seasonal creations and an ever-evolving menu with ingredients locally sourced. 101 Washington Ave., Miami Beach @stubborn_seed
The Surf Club Restaurant
Chef Thomas Keller continues to set the standard for culinary excellence, the most-decorated American chef by the Michelin Guide, with an impressive seven stars to his name. Serving interpretations of classic Continental cuisine, The Surf Club Restaurant offers a memorable dining experience to satisfy any cravings. Designed with glamour and elegance, the restaurant is anchored in tradition while incorporating innovation. 9011 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, @surfclubrestaurant
Tambourine Room by Tristan Brandt
Set in the Carillon Miami Wellness Resort, this decadent menu delivers French cuisine with Asian influences. The intimate restaurant seats 18 and serves a 10-course tasting menu that often rotates. However, diners can still find staples such as pan-fried foie gras, scallops and decadent desserts for a complete sensory experience.6801 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, @tambourineroom
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