Eater Miami - All

The 38 Best Restaurants in Orlando

2024-12-17T17:32:52-05:00

Pizza Bruno

A guide to the best restaurants in Orlando for any dining occasion

The Eater 38 presents a curated list of Orlando’s most essential restaurants spanning diverse cuisines and neighborhoods. More importantly, it answers the oft-heard question “Can you recommend a restaurant?” The following restaurants (organized in geographical order) are reflective of the best Orlando has to offer — legacy establishments with loyal followings, chef-run boîtes and bistros, and restaurants that lend the city’s dining landscape some distinction.

Every six months, this list is re-evaluated by adding and dropping restaurants to ensure the map is current (Eater 38 venues have to be open for at least six months to merit inclusion). Removal from the Eater 38 doesn’t mean a restaurant isn’t worthy and won’t return in the future.

Looking for the fresh faces on our ever-evolving restaurant scene? Find them on the Heatmap.

Miami’s Best Bets for New Year’s Eve Dining

2024-12-13T14:37:06-05:00

Photo by JESHOOTS.COM on Unsplash

Where to say goodbye to 2024 in style

As 2024 draws to a close, one thing is certain: Miami knows how to welcome the new year. With its unbeatable weather, legendary party scene, and dining landscape that’s hotter than ever, the city is the perfect place to ring in 2025. Here’s a selection of Magic City restaurants offering New Year’s Eve meals at prices worth celebrating.

Below Deck Chef Opens New Pizza and Hoagie Shop in the Design District

2024-12-05T12:00:00-05:00

Peppi’s Pizza debuts in the upscale neighborhood

Peppi’s Pizza debuts today in the Design District. It will serve New York-style pies and Philadelphia-inspired sandwiches from chef Ryan McKeown, who many might recognize from his stint on Below Deck Down Under. The restaurant will take over the former Old Greg’s location and will operate as a casual lunch counter by day before transforming into full-service dining at night.

During the day (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.), Peppi’s focuses on pizza by the slice and hoagies served on house-baked bread. The pizza dough undergoes a 72-hour fermentation process that McKeown says creates a “sourdough-esque” twist on the classic New York style, topped with Grande cheese and what he promises will be “immaculate” sauce. Pizza options include a classic red pie with mozzarella, pecorino, and Sicilian oregano, a white pie with garlic and herb cream, and specialty pies like the “upside down” with sauce on top. The sandwich menu features classics like a cheesesteak with Cooper sharp American cheese and an Italian loaded with provolone.

The 5 p.m. dinner shift brings table service and a fuller menu that riffs on Italian dishes. Think “fish and chips” reimagined as potato chips blanketed in caramelized onion dip and caviar, croquettes with prosciutto and pork, and clams casino. Pasta options include one McKeown claims will “out-step Carbone’s spicy rigatoni any day,” and Abruzzese-style barbecue featuring choices like a skewer of filet or chicken served with hot cherry peppers and grilled bread. The drink menu leans into spritzes, including a collaboration with Aperol, natural wines, amaro-based cocktails, and La Colombe offerings, including draft cold brew, espresso, and affogato with soft serve.

The former Old Greg’s space now sports work from Miami artists Adrian Lorenzo and Eddie Gaglin, plus neon signage McKeown hopes will signal a more accessible vibe in the otherwise upscale neighborhood.

“I want to give the locals a place they can come back to two or three times a week,” said McKeown. “We’re in a period where vibe dining is out. People don’t want it anymore.”

Peppi’s Pizza is now open in the Miami Design District at 3620 NE 2nd Avenue. Operating hours are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for lunch counter service and 5 p.m. to close for full-service dinner, daily. Delivery will be available through Slice for pizzas and sandwiches only.

15 Best New Restaurants to Try in Miami This December

2024-12-05T09:00:00-05:00

Inside Andre Carne de Res. | World Red Eye.

Which restaurants to check out this month

More often than not, Eater's tipsters, readers, friends, and family have one question: Where should I eat right now? Here are 16 of the best this month.

Don't see your favorite new place on the list? Shoot us a message on the tip line.

For all the latest Miami dining intel, subscribe to Eater Miami's newsletter.

This New Wynwood Pizzeria Ships Its Dough Straight From Italy

2024-12-04T14:00:00-05:00

Fradiavolo food spread. | Fradiavolo.

Award-winning Italian chain Fradiavolo brings its Naples-style pizzas to Miami.

A widely celebrated Italian pizza chain has landed in Miami. Fradiavolo, ranked among the world’s top pizzerias by 50 Top Pizza, opened its first U.S. location in Wynwood late last month. It brings the neighborhood Neapolitan-style pies made with dough shipped directly from Italy.

The Miami outpost marks the 33rd location for the brand and its first location outside Italy. “We spent years perfecting our dough in Italy, and now we’re bringing that same exact recipe to Miami,” said Dan C. Lopes Cardozo, managing partner of Fradiavolo Wynwood. “Our customers will taste the same pizza here that they’d find in our locations across Italy.”

The restaurant offers three types of dough: a traditional Neapolitan-style classic dough, a multigrain version with wholemeal flour and mixed grains, and a carbon dough infused with vegetable charcoal, available exclusively at the Miami location. Each batch arrives fresh from Italy, where it’s made using “mineral-rich water” and Italian flour without additives. Beyond the dough, Fradiavolo sources its ingredients from Southern Italy, including tomatoes and cheeses certified by the Slow Food Association.

The menu spans traditional and contemporary Neapolitan pizzas, with options like the margherita with Lattari Mountains fiordilatte cheese, the truffle-forward Paradise Truffle topped with porcini mushrooms and truffle carpaccio, and the Mortazza Tua featuring pistachio mortadella and burrata. Starters include bruschetta variations and a tagliere board loaded with cured meats, while salads come served on house-made focaccia. For dessert, the kitchen offers classics like tiramisu and a Nutella pizza.

Inside the Wynwood space, vintage furniture imported from Italy with shelves of books, records, and decorative bikes, creating a casual atmosphere that matches the restaurant’s playful “Eat Pizza. Make Love” tagline—a selection of Italian craft beers and Fradiavolo’s private label wines round out the dining experience.

Fradiavolo is open daily from 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. at 2501 NW 2nd Avenue in Wynwood.

Brickell’s Newest Steakhouse Comes With Flaming Tomahawks and a Secret Bar

2024-12-04T09:30:00-05:00

RosaNegra’s main dining room. | World Red Eye.

Mexican restaurant group brings RosaNegra to a massive 13,600-square-foot space inside Dua Miami.

Grupo RosaNegra, the Mexican hospitality group behind several high-profile restaurants across Mexico, has opened its first U.S. location in Brickell. It occupies a 13,600-square-foot space inside the Dua Miami hotel and features both indoor and outdoor dining areas and a speakeasy-style bar.

Led by executive chef Omar Martinez, RosaNegra’s menu spans various Latin American cuisines, with influences from Mexico, Peru, Argentina, Colombia, and Brazil. Dishes include the theatrical Lucifer Tomahawk on Fire, which arrives at the table in flames, the ‘super colossal’ octopus, and lobster tacos. The restaurant also serves top-tier cuts like Japanese wagyu and Argentinian beef alongside appetizers like chicharron with guacamole, burrata with almond mole, and various ceviches and tiraditos.

World Red Eye.

RosaNegra’s patio area.

The beverage program highlights Latin American spirits through cocktails like the Amazonica, made with Brazilian cachaça, coconut liqueur, lemon juice, and avocado. The Luna Clandestina features Bacanora, an agave spirit from Sonora, Mexico, mixed with orange liqueur, roasted pineapple, turmeric, green tomato, and basil. The drink menu also includes Mexican wines and a selection of tequilas and mezcals.

Designed by Grupo RosaNegra founder Eduardo Beaven, the space combines natural elements with modern touches. It features warm tones, wooden ceilings, and large windows that flood the dining room with natural light. The massive outdoor patio includes woven basket chandeliers and greenery. A separate speakeasy offers a more intimate setting for cocktails.

World Red Eye.

RosaNegra speakeasy bar.

RosaNegra has built a following at its locations in Mexico, drawing celebrities like singer Karol G, boxer Canelo Álvarez, actor Eva Longoria, and soccer star David Beckham. The restaurant group also operates venues in Polanco, Tulum, Cancun, and Los Cabos.

RosaNegra is now open at 1346 S Miami Avenue and serves dinner daily starting at 5 p.m., and brunch and lunch service will be added soon. The restaurant also features nightly entertainment, including live music and DJ performances.

Introducing the 2024 Eater Miami Award Winners

2024-12-03T11:00:00-05:00

Food spread from Sunny’s Steakhouse. | Michael Pisarri

The Best New Restaurant, Best Bar, and Best Waterfront Dining of the year

The 2024 Eater Awards celebrate the standout dining experiences across the country, and this year’s Miami winners showcase what makes our city’s food scene exciting.

A homegrown steakhouse proves local talent can compete with the big names, an Italian bar reimagines aperitivo culture with Miami flair, a beloved Wynwood bar brand launches an ambitious waterfront restaurant, and a Design District newcomer perfectly balances high design with impressive cooking. Each winner shows how Miami’s dining scene continues to mature while maintaining its distinctive character.

Here are the 2024 Eater Award winners for Miami.

Michael Pisarri.

Inside the dining room of Sunny’s Steakhouse.

Sunny’s Steakhouse: Best New Restaurant

Presented by SevenRooms

After its wildly popular pandemic-era pop-up run, Sunny’s Steakhouse has delivered on every promise in its permanent 13,000-square-foot Little River home. The evolution from Will Thompson and Carey Hynes (formerly of Jaguar Sun) captures Miami dining at its best: ambitious yet genuine, dressed up but never stuffy. Under the supervision of chef Aaron Brooks, formerly of Edge Steak & Bar, the kitchen turns out perfectly executed classics alongside creative interpretations — think wagyu carpaccio, duck lasagna, and corn agnolotti with blue crab and saffron. The space itself strikes an ideal balance between old-school steakhouse glamor and contemporary Miami cool, with its banyan tree-centered courtyard, rough-plastered walls, and glittering Murano glass chandeliers. The bar program, featuring Jaguar Sun classics like the Green Ghoul and interesting new creations, proves the restaurant is firing on all cylinders. Simply put, Sunny’s isn’t just a great restaurant — it’s the kind of place that makes you fall in love with dining out all over again.

From our sponsor: SevenRooms is the leading CRM, marketing, and operations platform helping hospitality operators increase sales, delight guests, and keep them coming back — automatically.

RC Visuals.

The bar area at ViceVersa.

ViceVersa: Best New Bar

While Miami might be reaching peak Italian restaurant saturation, this downtown drinking destination proves a refreshing exception. Acclaimed bartender Valentino Longo, whose resume includes Rome’s Hotel de Russie and, more recently, the Champagne Bar at the ultra-swanky Four Seasons Surfside, celebrates aperitivo culture with a distinctly Miami slant. The menu shines across three categories: the negroni (featuring a housemade MI-TO blend), creative martini variations like the affogato martini with pistachio gelato, and unique cocktails that bridge Italian tradition with tropical flair. The 60-seat space matches the sophisticated drinks with emerald green tiles, slate walls, and bronze palm frond sconces. The food, overseen by Carey Hynes and Justin Flit, upgrades the experience beyond drinks with standouts like neo-Neapolitan pizzas and a thoughtful raw bar selection. It’s a bar proving Miami’s cocktail scene has (finally) come of age.

Gramps Getaway.

Charred broccoli salad from Gramps Getaway.

Gramps Getaway: Best Waterfront Dining

While the name suggests another outpost of Wynwood’s popular bar, Gramps Getaway has carved its own identity along Key Biscayne’s waterfront. Nestled in the Rickenbacker Marina with views of Brickell, this tiki-inspired, thatched-roof oasis is more than just a bar with a scenic backdrop. Here, chef James McNeal, formerly of Eater Award-winning Over Under, reinvents typical waterfront fare. The playful yet refined menu features dishes like Florida corn esquites with cotija cheese, kombu-cured salmon paired with aji dulce relish, and a charred broccoli salad coated in buttermilk ranch that gives veggies their moment in the sun. Plus, cocktails are well-crafted and reasonably priced, making Gramps Getaway a rare Miami spot where both the food and drinks meet expectations without the typical waterfront markup.

Todd Coleman.

Inside Elastika.

Elastika: Most Beautiful Restaurant

Miami has an abundance of photo-ready restaurants, but Elastika stands apart for its location inside the historic Moore Building in the Miami Design District. The restaurant’s centerpiece is Zaha Hadid’s dramatic sculpture — a web-like structure commissioned for Design Miami’s 2005 debut — which stretches across a light-filled four-story atrium. The space thoughtfully mixes old and new, with neoclassical architecture complementing Brazilian wood furniture, velvet banquettes, and contemporary art curated by Monica Kalpakian. Chef Joe Anthony’s seasonal American menu, featuring dishes like citrus-cured kingfish crudo and bison tartare, ensures the food lives up to its striking surroundings. It’s a restaurant where smart design elevates, rather than upstages, the dining experience.

Maass: Best Reason to Visit Broward County

Ruben Cabrera.

Charred avocado with lobster salad and topped with caviar, one of Maass’s signature dishes.

Maass’s (stylized MAASS) arrival at the Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale isn’t just another hotel restaurant opening — it’s a watershed moment for Broward County dining. Chef Ryan Ratino, who helms two-Michelin-starred restaurants in D.C. ( Jônt and Bresca), brings the kind of high-end tasting menu experience ($225 per person) to the area previously found only in neighboring Miami. The kitchen excels at both delicate small bites like foie gras macarons and refined dishes like the 72-hour short rib, while the bar program impresses with cocktails enthusiastically prepared table side like the Aurora, which blends Mijenta blanco tequila and Illegal mezcal with coconut, raspberry, and chocolate bitters. Though the price certainly makes this more of a special occasion destination, in a county where fine dining options are limited, Maass finally gives Broward a restaurant that not only competes with Miami’s best but makes the drive north essential for serious food lovers.

12 Restaurants in Fort Lauderdale for Dining on Christmas and Christmas Eve

2024-12-03T09:00:00-05:00

The plush red seating at Anthony’s Runway 84 is a Christmas vibe in itself | Anthony’s Runway 84

Dinings of comfort and joy.

Not wanting to cook for the masses come holiday time? Is a solid dine out at the top of your Christmas wish list? Or perhaps... a little of both? Come Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in Fort Lauderdale you’re in luck. Sure, many businesses are closed for the holiday, but a limited number come to the rescue for a memorable meal. Across the gamut, you’ll want to snag a reservation, where applicable, as soon as possible. And, of course, be extra kind to the peeps working.

With that, come Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, these 12 restaurants will be open and ready to dazzle.

The Ultimate Art Week Miami 2024 Food and Drink Guide

2024-12-02T10:00:00-05:00

Live paiting at the Hive Art Experience. | RodrigoGaya.com/Gayaman Visual Studio

From Chef’s Table’s official Art Basel dinners to Michelin-caliber collaborations, here’s where to eat and drink during Miami Art Week.

Miami Art Week officially returns this week, transforming the city into a cultural playground where art meets cuisine. Beyond the gallery walls and fair tents, Miami’s food scene takes center stage with exclusive dinners, chef collaborations, and immersive food experiences.

From Michelin-starred pop-ups to Art Basel’s first official dining series, here are the best food and drink events throughout the Magic City this week.

Bar & Cocktail Events

Superbueno

Cocktail from Superbueno.

Superbueno Takes Over W South Beach

New York’s Superbueno, ranked No. 2 on North America’s 50 Best Bars list, brings its Mexican American-inspired cocktails to W South Beach’s front drive. The pop-up will serve fruit fresca cups and signature drinks like the mushroom margarita. Marriott Bonvoy American Express cardholders can receive a special gift by showing their card.

Details: December 6-7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at W South Beach, 2201 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach. Open to the public.

Shinji’s Bar Pop-Up at ViceVersa

New York’s Shinji’s brings its theatrical, pop culture-inspired cocktails to ViceVersa for a one-night takeover. Beverage director Jonathan Adler will showcase the bar’s most popular drinks ($18), including the Honeypenny, Extreme Aviation, and Carrot Brulee.

Details: Wednesday, December 4, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at ViceVersa. Table reservations are available via Resy; bar seating is walk-in only.

Yacht Club Takes Over Sweet Liberty

Denver’s Yacht Club Bar, winner of the 2024 Spirited Award for Best U.S. Cocktail Bar, partners with Miami Beach favorite Sweet Liberty for an exclusive takeover. The event, co-hosted by Yacht Club owners Mary Alison Wright and McLain Hedges alongside Sweet Liberty’s creative director Naren Young, will feature cocktails blending both bars’ styles.

Details: Thursday, December 5, from 9 p.m. at Sweet Liberty, 237 20th Street, Suite B, Miami Beach. Open to the public.

SciSips at Panamericano Bar

Panamericano hosts Argentinian mixologist Rodrigo Tubert of SciSips for an art-inspired, chemistry-driven cocktail experience. The menu features three specialty cocktails from Tubert alongside three of Panamericano’s signature drinks, all showcasing advanced cocktail making techniques and handcrafted garnishes.

Details: Wednesday, December 4, with seatings at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Located on the second floor of Mary Brickell Village. Reservations required via panamericanobar.com. Look for the globe logo and ring the doorbell for entry.

Rosa Sky Art Basel Events

This downtown rooftop lounge hosts two special events during Miami Art Week. The first features artist Amani Lewis unveiling five exclusive pieces, with VIP packages including reserved seating for six, a bottle service, and a $1,000 food and beverage credit. The week concludes with an all-female DJ showcase featuring six performers.

Details: The art release event will be held on December 4 at 9 p.m.; the all-female closing party will be held on December 8. Rosa Sky Rooftop, 115 SW 8th Street, 22nd Floor, Miami. Art pieces priced at $3,000. For reservations, visit rosaskyrooftop.com or call (786) 745-7486.

LIV Miami Art Week Series

Miami Beach nightclub LIV presents four nights of performances during Art Week. The series kicks off with Diplo on December 5, followed by DJ Khaled’s Golf Classic Afterparty benefiting the We The Best Foundation on December 6. John Summit brings his electronic beats on December 7, and Lil Wayne closes the week on December 8, when he’ll be inducted as the inaugural member of the LIV ON SUNDAY Hall of Fame.

Details: December 5-8, 11:30 p.m. to 5 a.m. nightly at LIV Miami, 4441 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach. Open to the public. Reservations available at livnightclub.com.

Giselle Miami Art Performances

Downtown Miami’s Giselle features four nights of art and music this Art Week. The series begins with ARTLANTA’s immersive art and fashion experience featuring live model painting on December 4, followed by LA-based DJ Lupe Fuentes on December 5. The Black Tape Project performs with a DJ set by Alec Monopoly on December 6, and artist Michael Israel closes the week with a live painting performance on December 8.

Details: Giselle Miami, 15 NE 11th Street. December 4 at 8 p.m. ($50 advance, $70 door); December 5 at 10 p.m.; December 6 at 11 p.m.; December 8 at 9 p.m. Special Art Basel menu and bottle service available. Reservations via gisellemiami.com.

Art Week Dinners and Special Menus

Ghee Miami

A butter chicken sandwich with green papaya slaw and spiced ranch sauce, alongside tikka cheese fries topped with curry leaves, and a mango-passionfruit lassi shake made with vanilla custard and spices from the Ghee x Shake Shack Collab.

Chef’s Table Dinner Series at Macchialina

Art Basel’s official culinary partner, Chef’s Table, transforms Macchialina into a retro-inspired diner with nightly pop-up dinners featuring four different acclaimed chefs featured on the award-winning show. James Beard Award winner Michael Rafidi presents the Habibi Diner, followed by Kwame Onuwachi’s Afro-Caribbean night, Evan Funke’s AutoGrill experience, and Nancy Silverton’s CaliDiner. Daytime offerings include Dayglow Coffee service and Kasama’s breakfast sandwiches featured on “The Bear.”

Details: December 4-7 at Macchialina, 820 Alton Road, Miami Beach. Dayglow Coffee 9 a.m.-3 p.m. daily. Special dinner seatings 7-10 p.m.: Michael Rafidi (December 4), Kwame Onuwachi (December 5), Evan Funke (December 6), and Nancy Silverton (December 7). Kasama pop-up December 6, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Book here.

X.O. and Kojin Culinary Collaboration

Coral Gables’ Kojin welcomes chef Sebastian Marin of Medellin’s acclaimed X.O. for a special Art Week collaboration. The ten-course menu combines X.O.’s Colombian cuisine with Kojin’s Japanese-influenced dishes, featuring items like South American spiny lobster, crab cannelloni, turbot with onion sabayon, and venison tartare.

Details: Friday, December 6, and Saturday, December 7 at Kojin, 804 Ponce De Leon, Coral Gables. $250 per person, with optional wine pairings at $115 (classic) or $175 (reserve). Reservations required, book here.

Capital One’s DAR MIAMI 1446

Michelin-starred restaurateur Rose Previte presents Moroccan-inspired dinners within Hassan Hajjaj’s immersive art installation. During the day, Hajjaj’s tea brand “Jajjah” offers a tea salon experience with pastries. Evening events feature traditional Moroccan music by Gnawa musician Simo Lagnawi, followed by late-night sets from DJ Pee .Wee (Anderson .Paak).

Details: December 4-6 at DAR MIAMI 1446. Tea service is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Capital One cardholders get priority access). Dinner seatings at 6 p.m., exclusive to Capital One cardholders. After-party begins at 11 p.m. Reservations here.

Shake Shack x Ghee Miami Collab

Shake Shack’s executive chef John Karangis teams up with chef Niven Patel of Ghee Miami for a special Art Week menu. The collaboration features Indian-inspired dishes like ShackBurger arayes, butter chicken sandwich, tikka crinkle cut cheese fries, and a mango passionfruit lassi shake. Miami artist Brian Butler creates custom artwork for the event, with guests invited to participate in an Indian spice market celebration and tile-painting experience.

Details: Tuesday, December 3 at Ghee Wynwood, 63 NW 24th Street. Lunch seating at 1 p.m. ($45), dinner seatings at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. ($60). Price includes full meal and art experience. A portion of proceeds benefits Feeding South Florida. Tickets available here.

Xiquet x Sereia Mediterranean Dinner

DC-based Xiquet’s chef Danny Lledo joins forces with chef Miguel Massens at Sereia for a coastal Mediterranean collaboration. The seven-course tasting menu combines Portuguese and Spanish influences, highlighting Sereia’s seafood-forward dishes with Xiquet’s modern Valencian cuisine.

Details: Sereia, 3540 Main Highway, Coconut Grove. Seven-course tasting menu $175, with optional wine pairing $255. Reservations available from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., book here. Valet parking available.

Edan Bistro Art Week Tasting Menu

North Miami’s intimate Basque restaurant celebrates its first Art Week anniversary with an eight-course tasting menu from chef Aitor Garate Berasaluze. The special menu features dishes like smoked corn soup with brie, cheese and truffle fritters, grilled grouper with roasted red pepper cream, and Basque cheesecake.

Details: December 1-8 at Edan Bistro, 650 NE 125th Street, North Miami. Eight-course menu $100 per person, optional Spanish wine pairing $65. Reservations required via edanbistro.com.

Boia De x Glass2Grass

The Miami Art Week edition of Glass2Grass returns to Michelin-starred Boia De for a nine-hour celebration of glass art and fine dining. The event features three distinct exhibitions: “Sculptures in Silica” with artists like Amber Cowan and Valentine Glass, a collaborative pendant showcase by Akio and AKM, and “Art in Function” highlighting functional glass pieces. Chefs Alex Meyer and Luciana Giangrandi offer an all-you-can-eat menu, complemented by collaborative drinks from Tinta y Cafe and Miami Fruit.

Details: December 6, 3 p.m. to midnight at Boia De, 5205 NE 2nd Avenue. $200 per person includes a buffet (5 p.m. to midnight), an open bar, and exclusive merchandise. VIP tickets include early art access and special giveaways. Limited view-only tickets are available for exhibitions. Purchase tickets here.

Seaspice x Giuseppe Iannotti

Two Michelin-starred chef Giuseppe Iannotti presents an interactive five-course Alba White Truffle Dinner combining food with artistic presentation. Each dish showcases the chef’s modern interpretation of Italian cuisine.

Details: December 5-6, reservations from 8:30 p.m. at Seaspice. Reservations required.

Food + Art Events

RodrigoGaya.com/Gayaman Visual Studio

The entrance to the Hive Art Week experience.

Wanderlust at W South Beach

Marriott Bonvoy and American Express host their eighth annual Art Basel party featuring New York’s Superbueno restaurant, Jimena Montemayor art installations, and DJ Uncle Waffles music.

Details: Saturday, December 7, 8-11 p.m. at W South Beach, 2201 Collins Avenue. Exclusive to Marriott Bonvoy American Express cardmembers and guests.

The Sagamore Art Brunch

The popular brunch returns for its 23rd year, featuring the “Eternal Creations” exhibition of Michelangelo's masterpiece silver casts. The event includes art activations, live performances by the South Florida Symphony, gourmet catering by Paul, and cocktails.

Details: December 7, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at The Sagamore. Tickets available here.

HIVE Art Week Experience

HIVE transforms a 100,000-square-foot Wynwood venue into an interactive art space featuring food and drink activations. Highlights include Modelo’s “Make Your Own Michelada” station, Teremana Tequila Garden, and Aperol Spritz lounge. The first 250 RSVPs who check in before 9 p.m. receive a complimentary drink.

Details: December 5-8 at HIVE, Wynwood. Free and open to the public.

James Bond Art Week Fashion Show at Pamplemousse

The Confessional Showroom Miami presents a James Bond-themed evening combining runway fashion, live art performances, and a designer market at Pamplemousse on the Bay. The waterfront venue offers a full dinner menu to complement the evening’s entertainment, with both show-only and dinner-and-show packages available.

Details: Sunday, December 8, 6-11:30 p.m. at Pamplemousse on the Bay, 910 West Avenue, Suite D, Miami Beach. Limited dinner reservations available; contact (760) 212-3523. Tickets available here.

Jon & Vinny’s.

Breakfast pizza from Jon & Vinny’s.

Chicago Style at Veza Sur

Choose Chicago celebrates the Windy City featuring live mural painting by street artist Sentrock, Chicago-inspired drinks, and music by DJ ILL-SET. Guests receive an exclusive Sentrock-designed bar glass with a complimentary drink while supplies last.

Details: Saturday, December 7, 2-8 p.m. at Veza Sur Brewing Co., 55 NW 25th Street, Wynwood. Free and open to the public.

Jon & Vinny’s at Rubell Museum

Delta Air Lines and American Express offer complimentary Jon & Vinny’s breakfast pizzas featuring toppings like fried egg, Yukon gold potatoes, and fennel sausage. Includes early access to the Rubell Museum’s sculpture garden.

Details: Friday, December 6, 9-11 a.m. at Rubell Museum, 1100 NW 23rd Street. It is open to the public while supplies last.

Smorgasburg Miami Art Week

The open-air market partners with Vita Coco for a “Coco Collection” featuring a floral art installation bar called “Greetings From.” Vendors offer coconut-themed dishes, including Coco Cold Brew and Golden Thai Coconut Curry Oysters.

Details: Friday, December 6 (6 p.m.-midnight), Saturday, December 7 (noon-10 p.m.), and Sunday, December 8 (noon-8 p.m.) at 2600 NW 2nd Avenue, Wynwood.

Dilido Beach Club Festival of the Arts

José Andrés Group’s oceanfront restaurant hosts an evening of art and music featuring international artists and the musical lineup of NY-based creative agency Caché Life. The full menu is available for purchase.

Details: December 7, 6-11 p.m. at The Ritz-Carlton South Beach, 1 Lincoln Road (beach side entrance). Tickets $45 at posh.vip.

Art Legends at National Hotel

The fifth annual open-air art and music experience features multiple artists, including celebrity photographer ZUSHA, live paintings and performances. VIP packages include drinks from Ketel One Vodka and Don Julio Tequila.

Details: Saturday, December 7, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. at National Hotel, 1677 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach. General admission and VIP passes available.

Where To Dine For Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in Miami

2024-12-02T09:00:00-05:00

Photo by Jed Owen on Unsplash

Eat, drink, and be merry.

Christmas in Miami is like winning the holiday lottery: festive spirit abounds, palm trees sway gently in the warm evening breeze, and there’s no chance of having to shovel a path to the car after a snowstorm. For those wanting to have no worries, delegating the job of preparing Christmas Eve dinner to a restaurant is smart. The most challenging task is choosing which of the many worthy restaurants to celebrate in. As with any major holiday, reservations are highly recommended.