1. THEDINING GUIDE
RESTAURANTS
MIAMI BEACH
(South of the convention center)
81⁄2—Morocco meets Peru and India at the Clinton
Hotel. 821 Washington Ave. 786 276-3850.
1220—Outdoor seats aplenty at the historic Tides hotel.
1220 Ocean Dr. 305 604-5130.
A la Folie—A must stop for Paris-style café-au-lait and
crepes. 516 Espanola Way. 305 538-4484.
Altamar—Award-winning local find for seafood at the
top of Lincoln Road. 1223 Lincoln Rd. 305 532-3061.
Afterglo—Boldly intriguing raw gourmet cuisine. 1200
Washington Ave. 305 695-1717.
Ago—Robert DeNiro’s Italian L.A.-to-Miami transfer at
The Shore Club. 1901 Collins Ave. 305 695-3244.
Barton G. the Restaurant—Wildly inventive dishes in
a lush garden setting. 1427 West Ave. 305 672-8881.
Dogma Grill—The only place to get a real hot dog com-plete
with all the trimmings. 1500 Washington Ave.
305 695-8259.
Eleventh Street Diner—An old-fashioned diner with a
vast menu, open 24 hours a day. 1065 Washington Ave.
305 534-6373.
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Front Porch Café—The best bet for brunch, hearty
vegetarian options, and light fare with a view of the
ocean. 1418 Ocean Dr. 305 531-8300.
Jerry’s Famous Deli—The ultimate delicatessen from
Beverly Hills, open 24 hours a day. 1450 Collins Ave.
305 532-8030.
Joe’s Stone Crab—An institution since 1912, but
either dine early or expect a long wait. 11 Washington
Ave. 305 673-0365.
Johnny V South Beach—Innovative New American
cuisine colorfully set at the Astor Hotel. 956 Washington
Ave. 305 672-9998.
La Locanda—A tiny Italian gem where Ocean Drive
staff members can be found daily. 413 Washington Ave.
305 538-6277.
Mr. Chu’s Hong Kong Cuisine—Authentic lunchtime
dim-sum service and superb Szechuan in an authentic,
dramatic setting. 890 Washington Ave. 305 538-8424.
Mark’s South Beach—Award-winning Mark Militello
serves tremendous New American fare in the historic
Nash Hotel. 1120 Collins Ave. 305 604-9050.
Nemo—An old, local favorite for world fusion-inspired
dishes, raw bar and a fabulous Sunday brunch. 100
Collins Ave. 305 532-4550.
Novecento—Argentine and Mediterranean cuisine
keeps regulars happy. 1080 Alton Rd. 305 531-0900.
Oliver’s Bistro—A relaxed, casual restaurant that
packs in locals with reasonable prices and great food.
959 West Ave. 305 535-3050.
Osteria Del Teatro—Find first-rate service and deli-cious
Northern Italian cooking at this romantic nook.
1443 Washington Ave. 305 538-7850.
Prime One Twelve—A juicy steak and a bustling bar
scene mean you’ll always see someone you know or
want to know. 112 Ocean Dr. 305 532-8112.
Shoji Sushi—A South of Fifth standard, fresh sushi and
lots of sake in a lovely garden setting. 100 Collins Ave.
305 532-4245.
Smith & Wollensky—A quintessential New York steak
house on the very busy waterfront. 1 Washington Ave.
305 673-2800.
Tantra—It’s all about the scene at this lavish, late-night,
longstanding restaurant and lounge. 1445 Pennsylvania
Ave. 305 672-4765.
Tap Tap Haitian Restaurant—Colorful art, music and
an authentic menu at reasonable prices make it a defi-nite
stop for local cuisine. 819 Fifth St. 305 672-2898.
Taverna Opa—It’s fun to dance on the tables and the
Greek food is really quite good too. 36-40 Ocean Dr.
305 673-6730.
Toni’s Sushi Bar Japanese Restaurant—A local insti-tution
that is almost always packed. 1208 Washington
Ave. 305 673-9368.
Vix—Exotic dishes inspired by the spice route in the
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Jacques-Garcia-designed Hotel Victor. 1144 Ocean Dr.
305 779-8888.
Wish—Uber-romantic Asian-American fusion at The
Hotel. 801 Collins Ave. 305 531-2222.
LINCOLN ROAD AND SURROUNDING AREA
(Convenient to the convention center
and Art Positions)
Blue Door—Enjoy French Nouvelle Cuisine in the
Philippe Starck-designed space at the Delano Hotel.
1685 Collins Ave. 305 672-2000. (The Delano will be
home to Art Bar.)
Bond St—An intimate outpost of the highly praised
Manhattan sushi restaurant, in the casual Townhouse
Hotel. Also open for lunch during Art Basel. 150 20th
St. 305 398-1806.
Café at Books & Books—A favorite for great people
watching and a varied lunch and dinner menu. 933
Lincoln Rd. 305 532-3222.
Cafeteria—Gourmet diner open 24 hours a day. 560
Lincoln Rd. 305 672-3663.
Casa Tua—Superb, intimate Italian restaurant with
upstairs lounge and a dolce vita vibe. 1700 James Ave.
305 673-1010.
David’s Cafe II—After the restaurant closes, the 24-
hour diner is the stop for late-night Cuban cravings.
1654 Meridian Ave. 305 672-8707.
The Forge Restaurant & Lounge—A decadent Miami
Beach institution for steak and glamour. 432 41st St.
305 538-8533.
Icebox Café—This cool-sounding bakery-cafe is a true
local favorite for amazing dishes and
decadent desserts. 1657 Michigan Ave.
305 538-8448.
Joe Allen Miami Beach—American
comfort food in a laid-back setting. 1787
Purdy Ave. 305 531-7007.
Macaluso’s Restaurant—Staten-Island
style Italian with just 7 tables where
locals and celebs go to be treated like
family. 1747 Alton Rd. 305 604-1811.
Madiba Miami—Traditional South
African dishes and products for sale make
expats feel at home. Eclectic global
sounds in the downstairs lounge. 1766
Bay Rd. 305 695-1566.
Miss Yip Chinese Café—Authentic
Asian food with many Dim Sum faves.
1661 Meridian Ave. 305 534-5488.
Nobu—Looking for a real scene? Nobu
Matsuhisa’s trendy spot at the Shore Club has an inter-national
fan base. 1901 Collins Ave. 305 695-3100.
Pasha’s—Inexpensive Mediterranean cuisine healthy
enough to satisfy even the strictest South Beach diet.
900 Lincoln Rd. 305 673-3919.
Pacific Time—An oldie and very reliable goodie for
critically acclaimed Pan-Asian seafood. 915 Lincoln Rd.
305 534-5979.
QUATTRO GASTRONOMIA ITALIANA—The cool,
luxe setting is the latest and greatest for Northern
Italian food and hipster spotting on Lincoln Road.
1014 Lincoln Rd. 305 531-4833.
The Lincoln Road mall extends from Alton Road to Washington Avenue.
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Sardinia—A new addition to the Sunset Harbour nabe;
excellent Italian food and a well-stocked wine bar. 1801
Purdy Ave. 305 531-2228.
The Setai Restaurant—Eclectic, multinational cuisine
for diners with no budget in a designer setting. 2001
Collins Ave. 305 520-6000.
Social Miami—Small plates meant for sharing find their
home in this chic and trendy restaurant at the artsy
Sagamore Hotel. 1671 Collins Ave. 786 594-3344.
Sushi Samba Dromo Lounge—Go for the Brazilian-sushi
fusion, but stay for the trendy late-night scene. 600
Lincoln Rd. 305 673-5337.
TALULA—Steps from Art Positions, find an ambi-tious
and successful Creative American menu.
Flavors are bold and refined and the wine list is
award-winning. The dining room’s exposed red
brick walls make it feel rather familiar and oversized
red booths are perfect for couples cozying up to talk
about their favorite artist. 210 23rd St. 305 672-
0778.
Touch—Stop by for visual overload at this long-running
monument to South Beach excess. 910 Lincoln Rd. 305
532-8003.
Vita—Sit outside in the enchanting garden to mingle
with chic Europhiles and dine on Italian by candlelight.
1906 Collins Ave. 305 538-7855.
MIAMI
(Near the Miami Art Museum)
Azul—The award-winning restaurant at the Mandarin
Oriental provides a great view of Brickell Avenue and
Biscayne Bay. 500 Brickell Key Dr. 305 913-6358.
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Big Fish—The name sums up the food, but the real
draw is the setting on the Miami River. Hard to find, but
worth it. 55 SW Miami Avenue Rd. 305 373-1770.
Capital Grille—Powerhouse steaks, and a setting to
match. 444 Brickell Ave. 305 374-4500.
Duo—Ignore towering construction cranes and find this
cozy, insider’s bistro that serves creative American cui-sine.
1421 South Miami Ave. 786 497-4386.
Garcia’s—Hard to find, but with great prices and ultra-fresh
seafood. 398 NW North River Dr. 305 375-0765.
Perricone’s Marketplace & Café—This modest
Italian restaurant is housed in an old New England barn
a few steps from Brickell. 15 SE 10th St. 305-374-9693.
Porcao—Take a meat-lover’s appetite to this waterfront
Brazilian churrascaria. 801 Brickell Bay Dr. 305-373-
2777.
River Oyster Bar—Warm urban decor and extensive
oysters and seafood make this an easy choice. 650 South
Miami Ave. 305 577.8500.
Versailles Restaurant—The Miami-Cuban landmark
on Calle Ocho is worth the late-night drive. 3555 S.W.
8th St. 305 445-7614.
ARTS DISTRICT, DESIGN DISTRICT,
AND UPTOWN - MIAMI
(From the Beach, cross any of the causeways
to get to the Mainland)
A—The menu is organic French-Caribbean with
vegetarian and vegan options that everyone will like.
It’s a tiny, newly opened, 10-table restaurant where
the English chef Marc Solomon is visible from the
fluorescent-lit open kitchen and his wife, Blue,
greets you at the door. Open for dinner only. 4582
NE Second Ave. 0305 972-3358.
Andiamo—Consistently listed as the best pizza in
Miami. (And there’s a car wash right next door!) 5600
Biscayne Blvd. 305 762-5751.
Cane a Sucre—French bakery and gourmet sandwich-es
on the fringe of the Design District, popular with
artists and collectors. Lunch only. 3535 NE Second Ave.
305 572-0111.
Canela—A little place with affordable and trendy
Cuban food. Open for lunch & dinner. 5132 Biscayne
Blvd. 305 756-3930.
Charcuterie—Classic French fare is served at the old-est
restaurant in the District. 3612 NE Second Ave. 305
576-7877.
Clive’s Café—A great hole-in-the-wall for Jamaican
A
counter food. 2818 N Miami Ave. 305 576-0277.
ELEMENTS—The place to see and be seen in the
Design District. Chances are you’ll spend more time
table-hopping than you will with your seared ahi
tuna. It’s an easy stop for mostly light fare. There’s
even outdoor seating that adds neighborhood
charm. During Art Basel, Elements will serve dinner
nightly. 3930 NE Second Ave. 305 573-0444.
Orange Café—The spot for an authentic cappuccino:
No 20-oz. cups here. Great for light fare and desserts.
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4. THEDINING GUIDE
Open for lunch. 2 NE 40th St. 305 571-4070.
Karma Car Wash & Cafe—First-rate tapas and wine
served while your car is cleaned. 7010 Biscayne Blvd.
305 759-1392.
KARU & Y—Cesar Sotomayor knows that good
things come to those who wait. And the entrance
over water offers a calming moment after you navi-gating
Miami’s mean streets to get here. The decor
is avant-garde and the menu provides creative fusion
you won’t easily forget. After dinner at Karu, pass
the night away at Y. 71 NW 14th St. 305 403-7850.
Luna Café—Ideal Italian spot on the way to the Design
District and Wynwood from the Carpaccio chain. 4770
Biscayne Blvd. 305 573-5862.
MICHY’S—The funky decor, with blue floors and
orange wallpaper, was done on a budget but it is
both glamorous and comfortable. You can feel bring
just about anyone to Michy’s. The menu changes fre-quently,
but it’s fun to order half portions of
Michelle Bernstein’s creative dishes. Be warned,
however, ongoing area construction on Biscayne
Boulevard makes traffic a nightmare. Locals use NE.
Fourth Court. 6927 Biscayne Blvd. 305 759-2001.
Pasha’s—Fast, fresh Mediterranean food. 3801 N.
Miami Ave. 305 572-1150.
Secret Sandwich Co.—Pressed panini and sand-wiches,
from a classic burger to a grilled portobello.
Open for lunch. 3918 N. Miami Ave. 305 571-9990.
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SHEBA—For the longest time, Ethiopian food didn’t
exist in Miami. Filling the void, Sheba offers a suc-cessful
meeting point between African and
Mediterranean tastes. Read about the Queen of
Sheba and order the South African cabernet from
Boekenhoutskloof ($75). It’s worth the price just to
be able to pronounce it. There are many vegetarian
options in this choice Design District spot. 4029 N.
Miami Ave. 305 573-1819.
Soyka—A factory mess-hall setting coupled with comfort
food succeeds at this modern, stylish bistro that’s a scene
at lunch or dinner. 5556 NE Fourth Ct. 305 759-3117.
W WINE BISTRO—With more than 200 wines from
around the world, this bistro/wine shop focuses on
small wineries and organic growers. Its cozy and
dimly lit; truly a romantic nook to break from artsy
fodder. The light lunch menu changes to tapas-style
plates at dinner. And there’s no corkage fee at happy
hour, from 5:30 to 7 pm. 3622 NE Second Ave. 305
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576-7775.
CORAL GABLES
(Near Miami Art Central and Miracle Mile)
Acqua—Come for lovely city views in elegant sur-roundings
at the Four Seasons Hotel. 1435 Brickell Ave.
305 381-3190.
Caffé Abbracci—Fine, progressive Italian dining in an
elegant restaurant with a loyal clientele. Snails with
polenta is a favorite. 318 Aragon Ave. 305 441-0700.
Chispa—The name’s “spark” refers to the interplay of
Latin ingredients in the menu. 225 Altara Ave. 305 648-
2600.
Christy’s Restaurant—Twenty years and going, this
grand steakhouse has a prime rib you won’t easily forget.
3101 Ponce de Leon Blvd. 305 446-1400.
Norman’s—The New World menu has legendary status
amongst foodies. 21 Almeria Ave. 305 446-6767.
Francesco—A consistent crowd pleaser for authentic
Peruvian fine dining. 325 Alcazar Ave. 305 446-1600.
Ortanique on the Mile—A sophisticated mix of island
ingredients make this Caribbean fusion restaurant truly
stand out. 278 Miracle Mile 305 446-7710.
Palme d’Or—The Biltmore Hotel’s signature French
restaurant ranks among the best in South Florida thanks
to small plates and varied ingredients. 1200 Anastasia
Ave. 305 445-1926.
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Pascal’s on Ponce—Another contemporary French
restaurant in charming, yet cozy surroundings. 2611
Ponce de Leon Blvd. 305 444-2024.
Red Fish Grill—Go for romantic views along the shore
and dine in an historic coral-rock building in Matheson
Hammock Park. Open daily except Monday. 9610 Old
Cutler Rd. 305 668-8788.
Restaurant Brana—Another newbie, this is where
exquisite quality will overshadow quantity at what’s
being described as the best restaurant in town. 276
Alhambra Circle 305 444-4595.
COCONUT GROVE
(On the way to Miami Art Central)
Baleen—Exceptional seafood in a tropical setting over-looking
Biscayne Bay. 4 Grove Isle Dr. 305 857-5007.
Bizcaya Grill—European bistro meets the American
grill; indoor and outdoor dining at the Ritz-Carlton,
Coconut Grove. 3300 SW 27th Ave. 305 644-4670.
Le Bouchon du Grove—A genuinely French spot per-fect
for fine wine, cheese and all the like. 3430 Main
Highway 305 448-6060.
Chart House—A casual, elegant waterfront restaurant
featuring seafood and steak, with great views of Key
Biscayne and Dinner Key Marina. 51 Chart House Dr.
305 856-9741.
Romeo’s Café—An intimate dining room where Chef
Romeo will prepare a meal just for you based on your
personal tastes. 2819 SW 27th Ave. 305 448-4090.
NORTH MIAMI
(MOCA and the North Miami Arts District)
Burrito’s Grill Café—Authentic Mexican food. 899
NE 125th St. 305 891-1041.
Boulevard Bistro—A small neighborhood restaurant
with Italian-style comfort food. 7100 Biscayne Blvd. 305
762-7600.
Café Prima Pasta—A must stop for hearty Italian on
the north part of Miami Beach. 414 71st St. 305 867-
0106.
Captain Jim’s Seafood—Get the stone crabs. 12950
W. Dixie Hwy. 305 892-2812.
Christine’s Roti—West Indian-style delights like cur-ried
chicken and shrimp wrapped in light fluffy roti
bread. 16721 NE Sixth Ave. 305 770-0434.
Dogma Grill—Corner stand offering classic and
newfangled takes on hot dogs. 7030 Biscayne Blvd.
305 759-3433.
Mario the Baker—An old-school pizza parlor/Italian
classic. 13695 W. Dixie Hwy. 305 891-7641.
Luna Star Café—Ten years and counting, this local
hang-out is great for light fare and an open mic. 775 NE
125th St. 305 799-7123.
Nuvo Kafé—Caribbean cuisine, a favorite of North
Miami locals. 13152 W. Dixie Hwy. 305 892-1441.
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Hiro Yakko-San—An unpromising strip mall
hides a late-night Japanese gem for those in
the know. 17040 W. Dixie Hwy. 305 947-
0064.
NIGHTLIFE
MIAMI BEACH
(Near the convention center)
Automatic Slims—Local rock bar with a
Coyote Ugly vibe. 1216 Washington Ave. 305
695-8476.
Buck15—Tightly-packed gallery-cum-lounge
popular with a mixed scene. 707 Lincoln Ln.
305 538-3815.
Blue—Everything is blue at this hidden
bar/lounge dedicated to deep house. 222
Espanola Way 305 534-2274.
Club Deuce—Local dive bar. 222 14th St.
305 531-6200.
Crobar—After months of renovations, Callin
Fortis of Big Time Design unveils his contem-porary
overhaul. 1445 Washington Ave. 305
672-8084.
Ink—The selective boutique lounge plays
Euro-house and chick-hop. 717 Washington
Ave. 305 531-4465.
Jazid—Go for live jazz, blues and rock. 1342
Washington Ave. 305 673-9372.
Glass—Alison Spear and Shareef Malnik cre-ated
this upscale lounge at the Forge. 432
41st St. 305 604-9798.
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Hotel Victor—Look closely, Jacques Garcia’s
hip design incorporates the jellyfish every-where.
1144 Ocean Dr. 305 428-1234.
Lucky Strike Lanes—Celebrate Americana
with bowling, burgers and beer. 1691
Michigan Ave. 305 532-0307.
Mansion—Fridays and Saturdays are the
nights to check out this huge venue. 1235
Washington Ave. 305 532-1525.
The Mark—Flute’s old home has become a
cool alpine-themed lounge. 500 S. Pointe Dr.
305 674-8680.
Mokai—Just opened by the owners of
Quattro, the lounge is cozy, chic and chill.
235 23rd St. 305 531-4166.
Mynt—Recently renovated, it’s a trendy
European scene behind these velvet ropes.
1921 Collins Ave. 786 276-6132.
Nikki Beach—They bring the beach indoors.
1 Ocean Dr. 305 538-1231.
Opium Garden—Open-air, Asian-themed
club south of Fifth Street. 136 Collins Ave.
305 674-8630.
Pearl—Plush champagne bar. 1 Ocean Dr.
305 673-1575.
Privé—Ultra-exclusive VIP lounge within the
Opium Garden complex. 136 Collins Ave.
305 674-8630.
Purdy Lounge—Hidden local bar for urban
bohemians of all stripes. 1811 Sunset Harbour
Dr. 305 531-4622.
Rok Bar—Tommy Lee’s rock ’n’ roll joint. MOKAI
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1905 Collins Ave. 305 538-7171.
Rose Bar at the Delano—Philippe Starck, the name
says it all. 1685 Collins Ave. 305 672-2000.
Snatch/Suite—Beware of hordes of people lining up
for either Snatch, the rock bar downstairs or Suite, the
glitzy house-pumping club upstairs. 1437 Washington
Ave. 305 604-3644.
The Room—Laid back with a great selection of spirits.
100 Collins Ave. 305 531-6061.
FREE SPIRITS LOUNGE—A cozy watering hole with
a simple bar and affordable drinks. Free of SoBe atti-tude,
this is a place where people can just drink and
be merry. It’s laid-back and the old-school music
will make you feel right at home. 100 21st St. 305
532-5399.
Score—Lincoln’s only gay bar. (Crème is upstairs). 727
Lincoln Rd. 305 535-1111.
Segafredo—Uniquely Miami outdoor lounge, great for
people-watching and scene-making. 1040 Lincoln Rd.
305 673-0047.
SkyBar—Start or end your night under the stars at the
poolside bar at the Shore Club. 1901 Collins Ave. 305
695-3100.
Social Miami—Fabulous contemporary art and design
surrounds you at the Sagamore Hotel. 1671 Collins Ave.
786 594-3344.
The Standard—Andre Balazs brought L.A. style to this
laid-back hotel, right on Biscayne Bay. 40 Island Ave.
305 673-1717.
Ted’s Hideaway—Dark and smoky local dive bar. 124
Second St. 305 532-9869.
Twist—Notorious late-night gay venue. 1057
Washington Ave. 305 538-9478.
MIAMI
(Includes the Design District and Downtown Miami)
Amendment XXI—Funky, low-lit hipster spot for
eclectic DJs and occasional art shows. 190 NE 48th St.
Bahia—Latin-themed outdoor bar in the Four Seasons
Hotel. 1435 Brickell Ave. 305 358-3535.
Barefoot at Oasis—Check your shoes at the door and
sink your toes into the sand at the only beach club in the
Brickell area. At the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, 500
Brickell Key Dr. 305 913-8288. Open Fridays, 6 pm to
11 pm.
The District—Stylish, indoor/outdoor lounge with
underground rock and left-field dance music. 35 NE
40th St. 305 576-7242.
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Nocturnal—Ultrachic, three-level nightclub featuring a
rooftop bar, dancefloor, and notorious afterhours. 50 NE
11th St. 305 579-6996.
Pawn Shop Lounge—Mixes retro décor with artsy
types and downtown professionals. 122 NE Second Ave.
305 373-3511.
PS14—Unassuming bar where the artists go to unwind
to avant-garde sounds. 28 NE 14th St. 305 358-3600.
Space—After-hours partying at its best. 34 NE 11th St.
305 375-0001.
Studio A—Young fashionistas enjoy live rock, electro
and DJs. 60 NE 11th St. 305 538-ROCK.
THE DISTRICT
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