Where The Chefs Eat And Drink In Miami
All kinds of flavours and cultures mix to create Miami’s buzzing food scene. For a true taste of seafood bliss in Miami Beach, visit the places where the best local chefs often go. Here you’ll find a selection of Miami’s finest places to dine and drink, as suggested by celebrated local chefs.
Executive Chef Frederic Delaire, at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel
At Upland (South Beach):
Chef Delaire likes the way everything is kept simple, clean and tastefully prepared. Quality ingredients are at the heart of the refined approach you’ll find at the restaurant.
Basilic Vietnamese Grill (North Miami Beach):
Being a fan of authentic Vietnamese food, Chef Delaire returns often to Basilic.
Lettuce & Tomato (North Miami Beach): This restaurant is one of Chef Delaire’s secret gems, she says. Specifically, he likes the tuna truffle because it demonstrates how the restaurant puts new ideas into classic comfort dishes.
Soho Beach House (Mid Beach): Brunch by Chef Delaire should be enjoyed at the colourful Soho Beach House in the hotel’s renovated Art Deco lobby.
For laid-back seafood, head to Stiltsville Fish Bar in South Beach. It’s a quiet place with seafood dishes that are all freshly caught.
Josh Capon, Executive Chef and Partner at Lure Fishbar.
KYU wynwood:
KYU in Wynwood wins praise from Chef Capon for its delicious food and different atmosphere, thanks to Chef Michael Lewis.
Komodo (Brickell): Apart from its excitement, Komodo is a top dining place in Miami thanks to its excellent dishes. Chef Capon looks forward to trying out Grutman’s latest places, Planta and Swan.
South Beach Bakery Rosetta: Breakfast or lunch at Rosetta Bakery will include nirvana breads, sandwiches, pizzas, and a gamut of wonderful pastries. Just off Loews.
Beaker & Gray (Wynwood): Chef Capon praises his former colleague Chef Brian Nasajon for his great work at Beaker & Gray, which is famed for innovative food and cocktails.
Le Sirenuse (Surfside): Le Sirenuse stands out as a picturesque location to have a drink. Chef Capon would suggest pairing it with a dinner at The Surf Club Restaurant by Thomas Keller to round out the evening.
Michael Pirolo – Executive Chef/Owner, Macchialina
Taquiza (South Beach & North Beach): The most special taco spot in all of Miami; thus, an absolute favourite lunch destination by the beach.
Stanzione 87 (Brickell): Genuine Neapolitan pizza, says Chef Pirolo, can be found at Stanzione 87. Franco Stanzione is without a peer in making the traditional pizza.
Edge Steak & Bar (Brickell): Chef Pirolo appreciates the seasonal focus of Chef Aaron Brooks at Edge, which sources ingredients from local farms to best accompany dishes of red meat.
Vijay Veena – Executive Chef, Jaya
Stiltsville Fish Bar (South Beach): Like Chef Delaire, Chef Veena loves Stiltsville because they do simple things well, meaning the seafood is fresh and emphasises the natural flavours
Estiatorio Milos by Costas Spiliadis (South Beach): For lunch, Chef Veena suggests Milos, where diners may select from an array of the freshest catch of the day for a fine dining experience.
NaiYara (South Beach): When craving a little Thai, the chef’s pick is NaiYara, with its authentic taste and lively dishes.
Exploring these chef-endorsed places offers a glimpse into the diverse culinary landscape of Miami-from fine dining to local favourites. These suggestions provide a trusted guide for every foodie looking to explore new eats and drinks or just seeking a good place to eat.
