Best Restaurants for Foodies in Bay Harbor Islands

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1. Makoto - Bal Harbour

4.8

Exceptional(3947)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Bal Harbour

Booked 246 times today

In case you haven’t heard, Makoto has moved to an awesome new space on the 3rd floor. Re-envisioned by Paris-based designer India Mahdavi, it’s a bold new look which will take your dining experience to a whole new level. Bright colors and cozy banquettes. More outdoor dining. More seats at the sushi counter. And of course, the food and drink will be as fabulous as ever. Looking forward to seeing you there. Makoto Okuwa ushers Japanese cuisine into the 21st century at his eponymous eatery, located on the 3rd floor of the luxurious Bal Harbour Shops. One of Miami’s most accomplished chefs, Okuwa, a master of Edomae-style sushi, reshapes tradition for a savvy audience eager for something new. Those looking for the perfect spot for a romantic date, a lunch with friends or to celebrate a special occasion, will delight in this remarkable cuisine immersed in a stunning setting created by internationally renowned designer, India Mahdavi.

2. Le Zoo

4.7

Exceptional(2108)

Price: Moderate

• French • Bal Harbour

Booked 72 times today

Le Zoo is an energetic celebration of timeless French-Mediterranean flavors. Capturing the coveted common ground between European elegance and effortless South Florida sophistication, the 200-seat restaurant is a special place where gilded Old World decor plays alongside tropical planters and vintage French design touches. The food, drawing deeply from the refined cooking of Provence, is a transporting experience, ranging from the freshest fruits de mer and chic pizzas to pristine carpaccios, tartares and other signatures of Gallic coastal cuisine. Serving lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, Le Zoo brings out Francophile in all of us.

3. Nobu Miami

4.6

Exceptional(3864)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • South Beach

Booked 66 times today

The Miami outpost of Nobu, the world renowned Japanese chef recognized for pioneering a new style Japanese cuisine, brings a burst of excitement to the top ranked Nobu Hotel Miami Beach located inside the iconic Eden Roc Miami Beach. The menu features Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s signature dishes, such as the Black Cod Miso & Rock Shrimp Tempura, as well as Miami favorites like the Tai Butter Lettuce; Tenderloin Yuzu Truffle. Omakase or tasting menus, offer a memorable opportunity to savor the restaurant’s many distinctive flavors.

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4. Hakkasan - Fontainebleau Miami Beach

4.6

Exceptional(5237)

Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • South Beach

Booked 35 times today

Chinois haute cuisine is meant to be enjoyed and experienced in the proper fashion. Let the 4-floor rooftop enclave of rich textures and hues mesmerize you with waves of exotic dishes. The name "Hakkasan" pays homage to the ‘Hakka’ people from the New Territories of Hong Kong while ‘san’ is the respectful Japanese form of address. This same tradition and respect goes into every menu item and how they are each prepared and presented. To complement our wine list, there is a $60 corkage fee (per 750 ML) for two bottles and $120 for any additional bottle (per 750 ML).

5. Phuc Yea

4.6

Exceptional(1269)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • MiMo / Upper East Side

Booked 21 times today

Phuc Yea offers a selection of shareable plates that capture the soulfulness and passion behind family-rooted recipes, the restaurant is inspired by Aniece Meinhold's Vietnamese heritage and Cesar Zapata's Third Coast culinary roots. Under one roof, guests are invited to marvel at Biscayne's blossoming Mimo District; embrace 90's hip-hop, street-cool music; and enjoy Cesar's version of Viet- Cajun cuisine - a lively mash up of fresh and colorful Vietnamese ingredients pumped up with spicy, bold Cajun flavors. This grown up version of Phuc Yea is largely seafood driven.Brunch features a dim sum style menu that highlights classic American brunch preparations. It is at brunch, Chef Zapata will feature his Gulf and Southern influences more prominently while still integrating Vietnamese breakfast tradition.

6. Pinch Kitchen

4.9

Exceptional(574)

Price: Moderate

• American • MiMo / Upper East Side

Booked 11 times today

On the corner of NE 86th Street and Biscayne Blvd in Miami, is where you will find Pinch Kitchen+Bar. An open kitchen, wooden tables, black and white accents, and a chalkboard wall give this cozy restaurant a hip, chic vibe. Executive Chef-Owner John Gallo opened the doors in the fall of 2015, and it has been receiving rave reviews ever since. The menu changes seasonally and features fresh produce, fresh proteins, and ingredients by always sourcing locally first for the best fresh taste. Offering a Full Bar, Craft Cocktails, Craft Beers, Wine, and Organic Wines. In addition to the À la carte menu, they offer daily specials and there is always one vegan option. The Pinch salad, the Famous Eponymous Pinch burger, the Ceviche, and the Churrasco steak are all popular choices with critics and returning guests alike for brunch, lunch, and dinner. Has been awarded Best New Restaurant in Miami by Miami New Times. Enjoy delicious dining at Pinch Kitchen+Bar for Lunch, Brunch, and Dinner

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7. Lola Restaurant & Grill

4.8

Exceptional(648)

Price: Expensive

• Argentinean • Mid-Beach

Booked 1 time today

Lola is fine dining with a casual feel. It is located in the mezzanine of the Oceanside Plaza. With diverse influences of Argentinian, Italian, Spanish, Greek and French fusions is how every dish in Lola"s menu has been created. They offer affordable prices, an elegant ambiance, friendly and professional service, beautifully prepared and presented dishes, and lastly is the enticement of taste.

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8. Benihana - Miami Beach, FL

4.1

Excellent(3160)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • North Bay Village

Booked 30 times today

Benihana in Miami Beach is a foodie paradise, offering a unique dining experience with personal chefs performing the art of Teppanyaki. The guests rave about the food selection, the entertainment, and the ambiance. The reviews are filled with praise for the excellent food, great service, and the amazing atmosphere. One customer even recommended it for special occasions.

9. Battubelin Miami

4.9

Exceptional(403)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • MiMo / Upper East Side

Booked 5 times today

Battubelin is an Italian restaurant located on the 79th Street Business District. We are famous for the incredible, authentic Italian cuisine, and our made-from-scratch foods created by our expert Italian chefs. Come by, check out our incredible selection of amazing, authentic Italian dishes, today.

10. Blue Collar

4.6

Exceptional(1290)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • MiMo / Upper East Side

Booked 16 times today

Established in 2012 as Miami's premier destination for contemporary comfort, Blue Collar is the labor of love from Chef Daniel Serfer ( New Times Best chef 2015), a Miami native. We offer an unprecedented selection of amazing meats and vegetables, served from a menu that allows you to customize your plate exactly how you want it. If you'd like to have a gut busting indulgent cheat meal, we got you. At the same time if you wanna keep it super light or even vegetarian/vegan, we can cover that too. Rounding out the menu is an exceptional selection of cocktails, craft beers, cocktails, and fine wines. Save room for dessert, our Heath Bar and Butterscotch bread pudding is legendary. Don't forget about our amazing happy hour M_F 4-7. Please note that we are currently not accepting reservations larger than 6 people.

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lisavip
Alabama •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Bruno was our waiter & he was excellent - very friendly & knowledgeable. We had the tasting menu & the food was extremely delicious with a beautiful presentation. The desert was one of the best I ever had. I would highly recommend the tasting menu. You will not be disappointed.
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Hakkasan - Fontainebleau Miami BeachPrice: Very Expensive• Chinese• South Beach
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4.6
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Cindyvip
Los Angeles •104 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Lovely experience starting with a candlelit table, wonderful service, and the food was exquisite. Best stone crab and oysters!
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Le ZooPrice: Moderate• French• Bal Harbour
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4.7
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Casey
Miami - Dade •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This place is Phuc-ing phenomenal in every way. Was the food phenomenal? Phuc yea! Was the service exceptional? Phuc yea! Were the vibes, decor, and music on point? Phuc yea! Our party of 7 ordered almost everything on the menu and each dish was FIRE: PY Noodles, Dumplings, Broccoli Bao (my fave), Octopus, Eggplant, Chicken Wings (runner up fave), Papaya Salad, Watermelon salad, Million Dollar Rice, The Duck, The Short Rib, several orders of Tostones (because they were thin and crispy and perfection). Every single thing was fresh and delicious and every person at that dinner loved it all. Tough to find a venue that checks all the boxes and pleases a group - well this place exceeded my expectations in every way. Arionne, our server, took amazing care of us and made our experience rock solid. Get your life together and go visit this place ASAP. And when ppl ask you if it was good, you'll say the same thing as me.. Phuc yea!
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Phuc YeaPrice: Expensive• Asian• MiMo / Upper East Side
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4.6
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Aaronvip
New York City •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Brilliant! Great food, great ambiance. We added some caviar to the otoro sushi to take it up a notch and it was amazing. highly recommend.
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Makoto - Bal HarbourPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Bal Harbour
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4.8
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Claire
Philadelphia County •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
great experience even better staff! wish there was a chefs special/tasting menu option but the sushi/sashimi selection was close enough
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Nobu MiamiPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• South Beach
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4.6

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54 restaurants available nearby

1. Makoto - Bal Harbour

2. Le Zoo

3. Nobu Miami

4. Hakkasan - Fontainebleau Miami Beach

5. Phuc Yea

6. Pinch Kitchen

7. Lola Restaurant & Grill

8. Benihana - Miami Beach, FL

9. Battubelin Miami

10. Blue Collar

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