Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Miami - Dade

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Updated April 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Miami - Dade? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Poseidon Greek Boutique Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (484)

$30 and under

Greek

South Beach

About the restaurant

Chef Driven Elevated Greek Cuisine!
Come to experience fine Greek and seafood cuisine by Award winning Chef Owner Demetrios Pyliotis. www.chefdemetrios.com
Our Chef is a 4-times Award winner Chef Champion in Miami at the best seafood competition around the country according to Travel channel .
2014-Champion Octopus
2016-Champion Fish
2017-Champion Fish
2019-Champion Shrimp
Nominated as Ambassador of Greek cuisine for 2020 in the USA.
Gold Medal receiver by minister of tourism of Greece for promoting and elevating Greek Cuisine beyond borders.
Cooking for the NBA and the Miami Heat in selected games for the VIP section restaurant lounges for the court side ticket holders including american Actors, Singers and other celebrities. Poseidon is a window to Greece through taste and atmosphere and the two brothers owners are always there and will make sure you have an unforgettable experience!

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Warren

Dined on Feb 15, 2025

Delicious dinner with expert service! We will definitely be back when we are back in town

Eating House

4.7

4.7 (762)

$30 and under

American

Coral Gables

About the restaurant

Eating House is a culinary gem in Coral Gables, where Chef Giorgio Rapicavoli showcases his creativity through modern American cuisine. The menu features an exciting array of small plates and entrees that push flavor boundaries. Enjoy dishes like heirloom tomatoes with fish sauce, lime, and coconut shavings, or crispy cauliflower with crema, cotija, and corn. Don’t miss the famous Cap'n Crunch pancakes, topped with a rich condensed milk syrup. The inviting ambiance features black tables, a plant wall, and striking graffiti art, all centered around an open kitchen where you can see the culinary magic unfold. Whether you're a local craving upscale comfort food or a visitor exploring Miami's vibrant dining scene, Eating House offers a memorable experience with innovative dishes and exceptional service. Come and discover why Eating House is a must-visit destination for food lovers.

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Chris

Dined 2 days ago

What a great experience for the 4/20 tasting menu! Everything was fantastic.

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Experience

BELEN CLASS OF 2005 HAPPY HOUR EVENT

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Miami, FL | Pinecrest (Suniland Center)

4.7

4.7 (613)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Pinecrest

About the restaurant

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.

Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!

Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

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Quan

Dined on Apr 5, 2025

Great experience with my family. It was six of us and we ordered the meal for 4, it was plenty! We were stuff before making it to the final items of our package and dessert, which were s’mores. Our server was great!

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Experience

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Novikov Miami

4.7

4.7 (1801)

$50 and over

Japanese

Downtown Miami

About the restaurant

Novikov is a sophisticated world-renowned Chinese-Japanese concept, situated on a lively corner of Downtown Miami. Guests can enjoy the beautiful Miami weather while dining al fresco on the outside terrace, overlooking Biscayne Bay. The Asian menu encompasses Peking duck, robata grill and wok dishes, along with an extensive dim sum and sushi selection. Preset menu on Sundays available for brunch only.

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GaryVIP

Dined on Apr 8, 2025

Business lunch great deal and food delicious. We go there often for lunch.

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Black Cod Crispy Rolls

Tap 42- Kendall

4.7

4.7 (78)

$30 and under

American

Kendale Lakes

About the restaurant

Tap 42 is a Craft Beer Bar & Kitchen featuring modern interpretations of gastropub fare with 42 Craft Beers to choose from. Tap 42 was among the first concepts in South Florida to combine signature architectural design with a chef-driven menu and craft beer and cocktail beverage program. As a go-to spot for young professionals, Tap 42 also offers Ladies' Night on Thursday and Bottomless Brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Please note that indoor and outdoor seating is determined by a first come, first served basis. Thank you!

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HopeVIP

Dined 2 days ago

We were visiting from Boston for a soccer tournament. Needed somewhere for Easter dinner. Website showed a beautiful restaurant on water. My daughter and I had a beautiful seat outdoors. Food was excellent. Service was wonderful. Overall a great experience.

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Experience

HAPPY HOUR ON TAP

Tablé by Antonio Bachour

4.7

4.7 (211)

$30 and under

Contemporary French

Design District

About the restaurant

Tablé is the newest restaurant from pastry impresario turned restaurateur Antonio Bachour, located in the Miami Design District. Offering close to 5500 square feet of indoor and outdoor dining, Tablé is the chef's most ambitious venture to date. The elegant restaurant is inspired by Parisian brasserie cuisine with a mix of Miami and Lebanese influences. Guests can enjoy a variety of meals, from lunch and dinner to weekend brunch, as well as breakfast, coffee, pastries, grab and go items, and a market with freshly baked breads and Jamon Serrano. With its impeccable selection of food and drinks, Tablé is sure to be the talk of the town.

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StephanieVIP

Dined on Apr 11, 2025

Excellent food , service etc We had the chicken pillard, ribeye & cheese sandwich, a raspberry tart and the chocolate moose dessert all were excellent

El Tiesto Cafe Miami

4.7

4.7 (43)

$30 and under

Latin / Spanish

Edgewater

About the restaurant

Offbeat locale serving Dominican-Japanese bites such as tapas, sushi & meat dishes, plus Hookah.

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ADA

Dined on Apr 12, 2025

We had an amazing time, the ambiance was great, the food was delish, the service very good. I’ve been here before but it was my friend’s first time and they really enjoyed it.

Alegria by El Rancherito

4.7

4.7 (45)

$31 to $50

Latin American

Doral

About the restaurant

Soft Opening!👩🏼‍🍳
Colombian Kitchen for all ☕✨
Ven y descubre un sueño con nuestro sabor
💛💙❤

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Lina

Dined on Apr 12, 2025

Took my grandma here for her 85th birthday and she loved it ! We are colombian and obviously the vibe was there, the staff was super attentive and the food was delicious !

Quinto

4.6

4.6 (891)

$31 to $50

South American

Brickell

About the restaurant

Loyal to its roots, our authentic South American restaurant is a staple in Brickell like no other. Intimately nested on the 5th floor of EAST Miami and overlooking Brickell City Centre and the Miami skyline, and known for its unique open-fire parrilla and wood-fired oven, our signature restaurant brings wholesome flavors to the table with the freshest catch in multi-atmosphere dining spaces and one of the most spectacular lush outdoor terraces in Miami.

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Erik

Dined on Apr 11, 2025

Really enjoy this place. Ambiance is wonderful and cozy. Very warm and welcoming. Our server Adella was fantastic. Food was wonderful and overall experience was great.

Baku Cafe Bar and Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (12)

$30 and under

European

Sunny Isles Beach

About the restaurant

Baku Cafe Bar & Restaurant is a vibrant dining destination located in the heart of Sunny Isles Beach, offering an exceptional culinary experience that blends the rich flavors of Azerbaijani cuisine with a contemporary twist. The restaurant is named after Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, and pays homage to the country’s culinary traditions while infusing modern elements that cater to diverse tastes.

At Baku Cafe, we specialize in grilling mouthwatering dishes that showcase the finest cuts of meat, fresh seafood, and flavorful vegetables, all expertly prepared over an open flame. Our menu features a range of grilled favorites, from tender kebabs to juicy steaks, all complemented by signature sauces and marinades crafted with authentic spices. Whether you’re craving the smoky flavors of traditional Azerbaijani kebabs or a more contemporary grilled dish, you’ll find something to delight your taste buds.

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LisetteVIP

Dined 5 days ago

This restaurant is a good find. The entrees are priced very fairly and the quality of the food is very good. Our server Olga was fantastic, checking on constantly us even though she was running around. I suggest the Greek salad which is plenty and absolutely shareable amongst 3-4 people. The trio spread (humus, babaganoosh… don’t judge on the spelling) is good but it didn’t come with pita bread.. so we ordered the pita bread on the side ($2 per pita which is pretty expensive). Other than that, everything was great! The lamb was cooked to perfection. The desserts are shareable and the drinks were spot on. We will return and bring the extended family.

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