Top Best Seafood Restaurants in Miami Beach

"Stiltsville Fish Bar is a laid-back restaurant started by culinary couple Jeff McInnis and Janine Booth located at 1787 Purdy Ave that specializes in serving locally sourced seafood and Caribbean-style drinks. The extensive menu features favorites like Coconut Shrimp, Buffalo Fish Wings, Blackened Fish Tacos, Tuna Poké, Escabeche Local Catch, Roasted Whole Fish, Cobia Tiradito, and more. Address: 1787 Purdy Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139, United States"

"This nautical spot by Top Chef vets Jeff McInnis and Janine Booth is one of our favorite outdoor dining spots in Miami—and for good reason. Catch us on the patio, indulging in the crispy whole yellowtail snapper, lemon-dusted fried chicken and chilled watermelon and pickles all while staring at the sunset. 1787 Purdy Ave., Miami Beach; 786-353-0477 or stiltsvillefishbar.com"

"Fill up on local salads, hearty sandwiches filled with everything from grilled steak to fried chicken, and large plates like shrimp and grits and fish and chips at this South Beach seafood go-to."

"Located in Kimpton's Epic Hotel, this restaurant's setting affords skyline views of both Miami (to the north and west) and Biscayne Bay (to the east and south) that guests find truly breathtaking--that is, if they aren't too focused on the incredible cuisine. Executive Chef Wolfgang Birk gleans most of his seafare--items such as jumbo lump crab salad with spicy seared watermelon, heirloom tomato, avocado, mint and basil or yellowfin tuna with mixed grains, smoked black beans, shrimp guacamole and ginger juice--either locally or from the region of the ocean for which the restaurant is named, Area 31, one of the only self-sustaining spots that is said to be left in the ocean. Meat and pasta dishes are just as delicious and contain sustainable items from nearby farms and other trusted sources."

"On the 16th floor of the Kimpton EPIC Hotel, Area 31’s outdoor veranda is still a go-to spot for happy hour cocktails or a seafood-focused meal, boasting some of Downtown Miami and Biscayne Bay views to boot. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Area 31 (@area31miami) on Apr 22, 2019 at 11:28am PDT"

"Whisk yourself away to the 16th floor of the Epic Hotel and discover the excitement at Area 31. Feast on Korean barbecue steak tacos and Spanish croquetas with a glass of Merlot and gaze toward the downtown Miami skyline."

"With panoramic views of beautiful Biscayne Bay and the Downtown Miami skyline, the outdoor seating at Rusty Pelican is some of the most sought-after in town. In fact, it's the sort of place you'll definitely want to get a reservation for. Get into the spirit of the nautically-themed dining room and order one of the seafood specialties."

"The Rusty Pelican is tailor-made for wooing with oversized windows, string lights, fire pits, and bay views. High rollers can partake in a caviar and Champagne tasting, while everyone else can choose from sushi, raw bar favorites, and an array of fresh fish entrees. View this post on Instagram"

"We can’t help but include the restaurant that has been around since before we can remember. Rusty Pelican, we heart you, your seafood-driven brunch and your unparalleled view of the Miami skyline. 3201 Rickenbacker Cswy., Key Biscayne; 305-361-3818 ortherustypelican.com"

"This quaint spot between Downtown Miami and Wynwood is an oyster lovers’ paradise, with an ever-changing rotation of fresh oysters from the east and west coasts. In addition to oysters served in all fashions (from raw to Rockefeller-style), indulge in Mignonette’s lobster deviled eggs, buttery lobster rolls and the jumbo diver sea scallops. Be sure to save room for dessert, as the butterscotch and Heath bar bread pudding is worth every calorie."

"Once a 1930s-era gas station and later a 1980s diner, this oyster bar has become quite a hit with folks in Edgewater, and the adjacent Midtown and Wynwood neighborhoods. Owned by Blue Collar's own Danny Serfer and Ryan Roman, it's the perfect spot to satiate your seafood cravings. Peel-and-eat shrimp, caviar, rainbow trout, seared scallops, crab cakes, and oysters both raw and Rockefeller are all on the menu."

"Estiatorio Milos brings a taste of Greece to the shores of Miami; it is a chic, stylish eatery that serves classic Mediterranean cuisine. Serving incredibly fresh seafood that arrives every morning and which can be chosen from the icy-cool display in the back of the restaurant, the restaurant features a menu that also boasts classic Greek plates such as charcoal-grilled octopus, lightly fried zucchini flowers filled with Mediterranean cheese, and karidopita (Greek walnut cake) dripping in honey. As Estiatorio Milos is one of Miami’s most refined and popular restaurants, be prepared to spend a little more than you would at any other restaurant."

"The South of Fifth Mediterranean gem is easily one of the most beloved spots in the city for any occasion, particularly because they offer some of the finest and freshest seafood in the entire city. The global seafood dynasty has received high acclaim from hot spots all over the world, ranging from New York to London, Las Vegas and Miami. They’re particularly noteworthy due to the restaurant’s incorporation of the fresh fish market, where diners can choose from over 20 species of raw fish and choose how they’d like it prepared at the table."

"A swanky establishment in the heart of South Beach, Milos doles out Mediterranean food with a whole lot of ambiance. Sharing menu space with other notable plates from the region, Greek dishes earn their keep with grilled vegetables, yogurt, octopus, and fried potatoes."

"Palat Miami is located in the Buena Vista neighborhood of Miami, just steps from the Design District at 4702 NE 2nd Ave. Featuring Modern Italian Cuisine and sleek & modern décor, it is the first Florida location of Aldo Lamberti’s Family of Restaurants, a restaurant group from the South Jersey/Philadelphia area. Palat’s diverse menu reflects the Chef’s & Owner’s Neapolitan roots with contemporary Italian plates, including homemade pastas, the freshest seafood dishes and delicious meat options."

"Palat, located steps from the Design District in Miami's Buena Vista neighborhood, specializes in seafood but presents a range of Italian classics and contemporary creations for lu..."

"One of the best restaurants in Miami — Palat — is in the city's Buena Vista neighborhood. This neighborhood eatery serves comforting Italian food and offers an extensive wine list"

"The scene: Undoubtedly one of the coolest, trendiest restaurants in Miami Beach, CVI.CHE 105 features a space-age design, with a sleek grey and silver colour palette, mesmerising purple lights and abstract sea-inspired artwork. This happening Peruvian hangout specialises in delicate ceviche dishes, all served with a squeeze of fresh Chulucanas’ lime juice, Arequipan onions and your choice of sauce. The cooked fare is equally impressive and takes the form of everything from generous platters loaded up with bite-size Peruvian delights designed for sharing, meat and fish plates based on old recipes rooted in tradition and fresh seafood dishes that use some of the less popular yet incredibly tasty seafood."

"Voted ‘2015 Best Peruvian Restaurant Miami’ by Zagat Guide, and winner of ‘Best Ceviche’ five years in a row by Miami New Times, CVI.CHE is a can’t-miss restaurant. Enjoy authentic Peruvian cuisine at a trendy Miami locale. Because ceviche is a dish served with raw seafood, you can bet that they have some of the freshest fish and seafood around."

"If you want to try out Peruvian cuisine, you should try out CVI.CHE 105 has to offer. As an 8-year award-winning Peruvian restaurant situated in the heart of Miami, you will enjoy a selection of creative and one-of-a-kind ceviche, among other traditional dishes."

"Ring local staple Joe’s Stone Crab for a takeout lunch just down the street; Miami natives know the side dishes are the best things on the menu. Order a few claws, but focus on hashed brown potatoes, famous coleslaw, sweet potato fries, creamed spinach and a slice of Key lime pie if you have room. Dine outside at your picnic tables and enjoy the view."

"This Gainesville import made a name for itself by serving up inventive rolls like the Cobra Kai filled with red onion, tomato, imitation crab, tempura flakes, lemon, Loch Duart salmon, garlic-shiso pesto, and aged balsamic or the Black Dragon made with soft shell tempura, mascarpone, cucumber, scallion, topped with avocado, smoked eel, eel sauce, spicy mayo. Its daily happy hour is also a can’t miss, make this restaurant a go-to spot for many."

"Doraku Sushi, a sushi bar in Flamingo Lummus, is another go-to, with four stars out of 920 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1104 Lincoln Road to see for yourself. Doraku set out to reinvent the Japanese restaurant by capturing the flavors of Latin Cuisine while staying true to Japanese sushi traditions."

"Doraku offers a menu that has something for everyone whether they enjoy sushi or not. A well-rounded menu also provides wide selection for those … […]"

"Restaurants Coffee shops Coral Gables. This Brooklyn-born coffee shop flew south to Coral Gables for its only location outside of the northeast. It’s a female-owned company that proudly roasts all its coffee beans in its Brooklyn roastery, and sources environmentally and socially responsible beans from Kenya, Honduras, Burundi, Guatemala and Colombia."

"Cafe Grumpy was born out of the owner’s attitude when going into other inferior coffee shops. Since so many New Yorkers travel to Miami, this Brooklyn-based shop traveled down south to deliver the best cup of coffee in Miami. The proud female-owned company roasts all of its beans in Brooklyn."

"Brooklyn import Cafe Grumpy has set up its first location outside of the Big Apple in Coral Gables. The coffee shop serves up a variety of different coffee from the top regions around the world and boasts a variety of classes to learn more about coffee."

"A staff that wants to be your friend and remember your name. It's a plant-filled paradise where you can eat acai ..."

"The outdoor lounge at Greenstreet Cafe wraps around the exterior of the restaurant and overlooks the street in Coconut Grove, so customers can watch passersby and enjoy the beautiful Miami weather while partaking in a delicious meal. The place feels like a classy but casual bistro, with corrugated metal ceilings that form a stark contrast to the elaborately upholstered loveseats on the large patio. Before ordering a coconut crusted French toast, pumpkin pancakes, a goat cheese and tomato omelet, or a homemade cinnamon bun, guests can indulge in a sinfully delicious mimosa, Bloody Mary, or a breakfast cocktail, like the Grove Goddess, made with St. Germaine, Aperol, fresh watermelon juice, and cava."

"Coined "Coconut Grove's most iconic 'see and be seen' restaurant," Green Street Cafe is the place to be if you're looking to rub shoulders with local celebs. Home to a large outdoor lounge area featuring lush velvet couches and plenty of space for friends and family to gather, Green Street Cafe presents a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant is renowned for its large, tasty breakfasts, which include Nutella French toast, cinnamon roll pancakes, eggs in lots of different ways, and a selection of continental options."

"Not for nothing is GreenStreet Café known as one of the best breakfast places in Miami. Nestled in the heart of Coconut Grove, GreenStreet Café offers outdoor seating and fantastic menu items that are sure to satisfy any taste. Their rotating selection of specialty pancakes, such as cinnamon roll pancakes, are always a hit."

"With its plentiful sun, abundant rain, and year-round growing season, Florida is one of the country’s largest produce growing states. The Knaus Berry Farm is one of South Florida’s most well-known family farms and has been around for more than half a century. Though they started small, their original roadside market has grown by leaps and bounds and now includes a variety of prepared food items like baked goods, ice cream, and packaged berries."