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14 Stellar Miami Restaurants for Special Occasions

Celebrate your next big day at these elite Miami hot

by Gerry Schwartz
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by Gerry Schwartz

There is no better way to celebrate a special occasion than with the finest food Miami has to offer. Whether your celebration calls for seafood, steak, Peruvian or Mediterranean cuisine, there is no shortage of options in this glamorous city that loves to party. So, make a reservation at one of the following restaurants, listed in geographical order, for your next special day

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Cecconi's Miami Beach

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Located in the exclusive Soho Beach House, Cecconi’s dining room is spectacular in the courtyard with twinkling lights above. For a mix of fine Italian and seafood, visit this restaurant for a glamorous evening — and you might even spot a celebrity. Be sure to order its famous spaghetti with Maine lobster and the profiteroles for dessert.

4384 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33140
(786) 507-7902
(786) 507-7902
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The Forge

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Originally a blacksmith shop, The Forge is a Miami institution that serves traditional American cuisine. Once seated in the imperial, main dining room, order its famous tableside Caesar salad, a steak with the cut to your preference and black truffle mac and cheese pot pie. Be sure to spend time by its wine cellar, which houses one of the finest collections in the world.

432 W 41st St, Miami Beach, FL 33140
(305) 538-8533
(305) 538-8533
giltcity.com

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Los Fuegos

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Los Fuegos offers rich, Argentinean food to be enjoyed in trendy alternative lounge, albeit very Miami, setting. Famed chef Francis Mallmann, an expert griller and star of Netflix’s Chef’s Table, brings together local ingredients in his signature dishes like the wood oven empanadas and the Argentine milenasa prepared on the plancha.

3201 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140
(844) 798-9714
(844) 798-9714
Faena Hotel Miami Beach

Matador Room

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Inspired by its name, Jean-Georges Vongerichten ‘s Matador Room serves Latin and South American cuisines with a delicate Caribbean flare. The luxuriously decorated room creates a vibe that transports you to an elite 50s supper club. Upon first interaction with the waiter, order the arroz con pollo with crispy chicken skin; it takes 45 minutes to prepare but is well worth the wait.

2901 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140
(786) 257-4500
(786) 257-4500
Edition Hotels

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Alter

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If you’re looking for a spot for those with a refined palate for both food and wine, head to Alter. Located in Wynwood, executive chef Brad Kilgore transforms locally sourced food into works of art that are visually and tastefully appealing, like the soft egg filled with sea scallops, truffle pearls, gruyere, and even caviar.

223 NW 23rd St, Miami, FL 33127
(305) 573-5996
(305) 573-5996
miamicitysocial.com

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Juvia

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Its breathtaking view from the dining room on the top floor of a Miami beach designer parking garage makes Juvia and ideal spot for celebrations. If you can remove your eyes from the view, you will be equally impressed with the elegantly plated food like its melt-in-your-mouth halibut.

1111 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 763-8272
(305) 763-8272
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Lure Fishbar

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New York City import Lure Fishbar embraces the nautical theme inside the Loews Hotel with blue and white décor. Specializing in classic and unique seafood dishes, Order the lobster croutons and the yellowtail jalapeno crispy sushi rice, washed back with a stiff drink from its popular bar.

1601 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 695-4550
(305) 695-4550
Lire Fishbar

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Byblos

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Byblos is an upscale eastern Mediterranean restaurant with an atmosphere and flavors that takes you seaside. Frequented by a chic and vibrant crowd, they highly recommend the creamed spinach pide and whole roasted branzino. While the food is delicious, its bar scene is lively in the evenings, making it great place to celebrate with a spiked tea in hand.

1545 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 508-5041
(305) 508-5041
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Zuma

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Located in downtown Miami, Zuma is a notorious ‘it’ spot that hasn’t lost its appeal since the day it opened. Dinner’s theme is highly sophisticated Asian cuisine offering dishes like the signature miso black cod, but Zuma’s real treat is the all-you-can-eat sushi bar and bottomless mimosa weekend brunch; it’s the perfect way to start the day and celebrate in the luxurious Epic Hotel.

270 Biscayne Boulevard Way, Miami, FL 33131
(305) 577-0277
(305) 577-0277
honestcooking.com

Milos Miami beach

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Milos is not your average Greek restaurant as it changes the menu daily based on the freshest selection of fish available in the Mediterranean that it flies it in several times a week. One of the chef’s classic and highly recommended dishes is the grilled octopus, but the lamb chops and thick Greek yogurt also can’t be missed. If you can’t decide on what to order, Milos offers an extensive chef’s tasting menu that offers the best variety of dishes without having to make tough decisions.

730 1st St, Miami Beach, FL 33139
miami.com

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Prime One Twelve

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Odds are you’ve heard of Prime 112, the perpetual ‘it’ spot in Miami constantly populated by celebrities, professional athletes, and glamorous locals. While it is entirely possible to fill up on its cheddar-parmesan brioche bread and raisin-walnut loaf with warm butter, be sure to save room for its truffle mac n’ cheese, vanilla bean infused sweet mashed potatoes to accompany your filet mignon and the fried Oreos for dessert. From the moment you walk in, be ready to see and be seen.

112 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 532-8112
(305) 532-8112
mylesrestaurantgroup.com

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Joe's Stone Crab

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Joe’s is one of Miami’s most classic and famous restaurants. Despite the two hour wait for a table – unless you know someone on the inside – the food never disappoints. Order the stone crabs and follow the rule of thumb” bigger is always better. But those in-the-know, know that the $10 fried chicken (yes, it's only $10 dollars) is the other star of the menu, and don't leave without a slice of its signature key lime pie.

11 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 673-0365
(305) 673-0365
oceandrive.com

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NAOE

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This contemporary Japanese restaurant that prides itself on the concept, “it’s not fresh…its alive” providing the finest omakase in Miami. With seating limited to eight people at a time, you will always have a prime seat watching chef Cory perform his craft.

661 Brickell Key Dr, Miami, FL, 33131
(305) 947-6263
(305) 947-6263
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La Mar by Gaston Acurio at Mandarin Oriental, Miami

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For enticing Peruvian food visit La Mar, Gaston Acurio’s waterfront restaurant and bar. Chef Diego Oka prepares ceviche like no other in Miami, which can be enjoyed outside overlooking the Miami skyline or inside for a cooler atmosphere. On Sundays, it hosts an upbeat brunch which pairs Peruvian breakfast with cocktails and a house music DJ.

500 Brickell Key Dr, Miami, FL 33131
(305) 913-8288
(305) 913-8288
Mandarin Oriental

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Cecconi's Miami Beach

4384 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33140

Located in the exclusive Soho Beach House, Cecconi’s dining room is spectacular in the courtyard with twinkling lights above. For a mix of fine Italian and seafood, visit this restaurant for a glamorous evening — and you might even spot a celebrity. Be sure to order its famous spaghetti with Maine lobster and the profiteroles for dessert.

4384 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33140
(786) 507-7902
(786) 507-7902
miamicurated.com

The Forge

432 W 41st St, Miami Beach, FL 33140

Originally a blacksmith shop, The Forge is a Miami institution that serves traditional American cuisine. Once seated in the imperial, main dining room, order its famous tableside Caesar salad, a steak with the cut to your preference and black truffle mac and cheese pot pie. Be sure to spend time by its wine cellar, which houses one of the finest collections in the world.

432 W 41st St, Miami Beach, FL 33140
(305) 538-8533
(305) 538-8533
giltcity.com

Los Fuegos

3201 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140

Los Fuegos offers rich, Argentinean food to be enjoyed in trendy alternative lounge, albeit very Miami, setting. Famed chef Francis Mallmann, an expert griller and star of Netflix’s Chef’s Table, brings together local ingredients in his signature dishes like the wood oven empanadas and the Argentine milenasa prepared on the plancha.

3201 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140
(844) 798-9714
(844) 798-9714
Faena Hotel Miami Beach

Matador Room

2901 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140

Inspired by its name, Jean-Georges Vongerichten ‘s Matador Room serves Latin and South American cuisines with a delicate Caribbean flare. The luxuriously decorated room creates a vibe that transports you to an elite 50s supper club. Upon first interaction with the waiter, order the arroz con pollo with crispy chicken skin; it takes 45 minutes to prepare but is well worth the wait.

2901 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140
(786) 257-4500
(786) 257-4500
Edition Hotels

Alter

223 NW 23rd St, Miami, FL 33127

If you’re looking for a spot for those with a refined palate for both food and wine, head to Alter. Located in Wynwood, executive chef Brad Kilgore transforms locally sourced food into works of art that are visually and tastefully appealing, like the soft egg filled with sea scallops, truffle pearls, gruyere, and even caviar.

223 NW 23rd St, Miami, FL 33127
(305) 573-5996
(305) 573-5996
miamicitysocial.com

Juvia

1111 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Its breathtaking view from the dining room on the top floor of a Miami beach designer parking garage makes Juvia and ideal spot for celebrations. If you can remove your eyes from the view, you will be equally impressed with the elegantly plated food like its melt-in-your-mouth halibut.

1111 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 763-8272
(305) 763-8272
miamiandbeaches.com

Lure Fishbar

1601 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

New York City import Lure Fishbar embraces the nautical theme inside the Loews Hotel with blue and white décor. Specializing in classic and unique seafood dishes, Order the lobster croutons and the yellowtail jalapeno crispy sushi rice, washed back with a stiff drink from its popular bar.

1601 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 695-4550
(305) 695-4550
Lire Fishbar

Byblos

1545 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Byblos is an upscale eastern Mediterranean restaurant with an atmosphere and flavors that takes you seaside. Frequented by a chic and vibrant crowd, they highly recommend the creamed spinach pide and whole roasted branzino. While the food is delicious, its bar scene is lively in the evenings, making it great place to celebrate with a spiked tea in hand.

1545 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 508-5041
(305) 508-5041
miamiandbeaches.com

Zuma

270 Biscayne Boulevard Way, Miami, FL 33131

Located in downtown Miami, Zuma is a notorious ‘it’ spot that hasn’t lost its appeal since the day it opened. Dinner’s theme is highly sophisticated Asian cuisine offering dishes like the signature miso black cod, but Zuma’s real treat is the all-you-can-eat sushi bar and bottomless mimosa weekend brunch; it’s the perfect way to start the day and celebrate in the luxurious Epic Hotel.

270 Biscayne Boulevard Way, Miami, FL 33131
(305) 577-0277
(305) 577-0277
honestcooking.com

Milos Miami beach

730 1st St, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Milos is not your average Greek restaurant as it changes the menu daily based on the freshest selection of fish available in the Mediterranean that it flies it in several times a week. One of the chef’s classic and highly recommended dishes is the grilled octopus, but the lamb chops and thick Greek yogurt also can’t be missed. If you can’t decide on what to order, Milos offers an extensive chef’s tasting menu that offers the best variety of dishes without having to make tough decisions.

730 1st St, Miami Beach, FL 33139
miami.com

Prime One Twelve

112 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Odds are you’ve heard of Prime 112, the perpetual ‘it’ spot in Miami constantly populated by celebrities, professional athletes, and glamorous locals. While it is entirely possible to fill up on its cheddar-parmesan brioche bread and raisin-walnut loaf with warm butter, be sure to save room for its truffle mac n’ cheese, vanilla bean infused sweet mashed potatoes to accompany your filet mignon and the fried Oreos for dessert. From the moment you walk in, be ready to see and be seen.

112 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 532-8112
(305) 532-8112
mylesrestaurantgroup.com

Joe's Stone Crab

11 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Joe’s is one of Miami’s most classic and famous restaurants. Despite the two hour wait for a table – unless you know someone on the inside – the food never disappoints. Order the stone crabs and follow the rule of thumb” bigger is always better. But those in-the-know, know that the $10 fried chicken (yes, it's only $10 dollars) is the other star of the menu, and don't leave without a slice of its signature key lime pie.

11 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 673-0365
(305) 673-0365
oceandrive.com

NAOE

661 Brickell Key Dr, Miami, FL, 33131

This contemporary Japanese restaurant that prides itself on the concept, “it’s not fresh…its alive” providing the finest omakase in Miami. With seating limited to eight people at a time, you will always have a prime seat watching chef Cory perform his craft.

661 Brickell Key Dr, Miami, FL, 33131
(305) 947-6263
(305) 947-6263
Forbes.com

La Mar by Gaston Acurio at Mandarin Oriental, Miami

500 Brickell Key Dr, Miami, FL 33131

For enticing Peruvian food visit La Mar, Gaston Acurio’s waterfront restaurant and bar. Chef Diego Oka prepares ceviche like no other in Miami, which can be enjoyed outside overlooking the Miami skyline or inside for a cooler atmosphere. On Sundays, it hosts an upbeat brunch which pairs Peruvian breakfast with cocktails and a house music DJ.

500 Brickell Key Dr, Miami, FL 33131
(305) 913-8288
(305) 913-8288
Mandarin Oriental

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