Curator’s statement
As a University of Miami graduate, Miami has been a special place for me for over 15 years. Now that I live in NYC and return for a yearly vacation, it’s been interesting to see the city turn into a “mini NYC”. These are some of my favorite restaurants and experiences that are unique to Miami that I keep coming back to.
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Things to do in Miami
Relax at the beach or the ppool- this one is a no-brainer, and probably the reason you’re coming to Miami. While South Beach is the most famous beach, Key Biscayne is another quieter, more local option.
Nikki Beach - a classic South Beach day club if you’re looking for more of a party vibe.
See a drag show at Palace - touristy for a reason, but a great time!
See the Wynwood Walls- see the murals throughout the art district. If you’re there on the second Saturday of the month, you’ll get the extra-special experience of Art Walk, where the local galleries open, and food trucks and other vendors join for the ultimate block party.
Places to eat & drink in Miami
Coral Gables
Luca Osteria - a cute Italian restaurant near Miracle Mile. The truffled potatoes with parmesan and egg yolks are a must!
Monty’s a fun seaside restaurant with a raw bar and live music.
Miami Beach
Macchialina - a rustic Italian restaurant in South Beach with a great pasta and Veal milanese
Matador Room - upscale Latin-inspired restaurant from Jean-Georges Vongerichten in the EDITION hotel for a fancy night out
Strawberry Moon - Mediterranean food in the “Instagrammable” Good Time hotel. Great for brunch or a pre-dinner nosh.
Stubborn Seed - A Michelin-starred restaurant focused on local ingredients from Top Chef winner Jeremy Ford
Design District/Wynwood
Uchi - while this Japanese restaurant has a few locations throughout the US, the Miami location is not to be missed if you don’t have a local outpost for unique and high-quality sushi.
Lagniappe - if you love Bacchanal in New Orleans, this is essentially Miami’s version of it. Grab a bottle of wine, listen to live music, and make your own cheese plate at this cute outdoor spot.
Mandolin - get transported to Greece with one of the best outdoor patios in Miami. All of the food is incredible, but don’t sleep on the pillowy manti dumplings!
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This guide is part of our ongoing series on travel to Miami. Looking for more travel inspiration? Check out Michelle Zelena's guide, See & Be Seen in Miami, Florida.