What to eat at Miami's Michelin-starred restaurants
Our favorite dishes & tips for how to dine at these awarded restaurants
Jun
03
2026
Keep this guide of Miami’s Michelin-starred restaurants handy when dining out.
Before we dive into which restaurants earned stars, let’s give you some context on why Michelin has been in Miami for the past five years.
According to The Miami Herald, the original deal outlined that Michelin could make up to $1.5 million between 2022 and 2024 for producing the Florida guide. In other words, Michelin is being funded by Visit Florida—the state’s official tourism board—to be present in the entire state this year.
Straight from the Guide itself: Michelin Stars are awarded for what’s on the plate, not the service, ambiance, or décor. Instead, inspectors evaluate restaurants using five universal criteria: the quality of ingredients, the harmony of flavors, mastery of techniques, the personality of the chef as expressed through the cuisine, and consistency across the menu and over time.
If you’re new to the Michelin Guide, here’s a quick breakdown: one star signifies “high quality cooking, worth a stop,” while two stars mean “excellent cooking, worth a detour.”
This year, Miami is home to restaurants holding both one and two-star distinctions. If visiting Michelin-starred restaurants is on your bucket list, this guide shares our favorite dishes (for those that apply), what to order (if we have a recommendation), and everything you need to know before booking a table.
MUTRA
Neighborhood: North Miami
Address: 2188 NE 123rd St
Cuisine: Levantine, Kosher
Chef Raz Shabtai’s first culinary influence was his grandmother, Mutra, whose cooking inspired the restaurant that earned Miami’s only new Michelin Star in 2026. The recognition also made Mutra the first kosher restaurant in the world to hold a Michelin Star.
We haven’t made it in yet, but after looking through the menu, a few dishes immediately caught our attention. The food sounds great, and the dish names are some of the silliest we’ve seen in Miami. We’d start with the RAZ DREAM OF HUMMUS, which combines lamb shank, Moroccan chickpea stew, pickles from a 1,770-year-old recipe, and grilled mankish. The CHEF’S CUT BUTCHERED IN HOUSE pairs USDA Prime Black Angus with pumpkin cream and chicken harissa jus. And because we’re always ordering pasta, the ELEMENTS OF THE UNIVERSE, a labneh agnolotti with passata sauce and lentil puff, would be on our table too.
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OGAWA
Neighborhood: Little River
Address: 7223 NW 2nd Ave
Cuisine: Japanese, sushi, omakase
Tucked away in Little River, Alvaro Perez opened his fourth Japanese restaurant. Right next to a railroad crossing, you’ll arrive at an unpretentious and minimalistic house. Immediately, when entering, you’ll feel as if you’ve landed in Japan.
As you turn the corner of the dining room, you will be met with the most impeccably set 11-seat Omakase bar. Feel free to enjoy a pre-dinner drink in their peaceful Japanese garden in the back or take a seat and get ready for a thoughtful Omakase journey.
At Ogawa, intimacy and ‘kikubari’ (the Japanese art of caring for others) are valued at the highest level. This very personal dinner experience focuses on seasonal and unique Japanese ingredients flown in daily. The first part consists of crudos with cooked dishes from the kitchen between each course. Next, you’ll move on to the most incredible sushi flight, followed by a miso soup and finished off with desserts (that’s not a typo, there’s more than one).
Our favorite dishes of the evening included the best Hotate Nigiri we’ve seriously ever had, balanced with a touch of Key Lime and salt (we literally won’t shut up about it); the Ensui Hokkaido Uni Gunkanmaki which is preserved in salt water so you can taste the Uni right from its natural habitat; the Uni and Ikura Hand Roll; and a special shout out to the Matcha Mochi Cookie Anko with Satsumaimo (Japanese sweet potato) Ice Cream, picture your childhood Whoopie Pie but soooooo much better.
Going to Ogawa is for a special occasion and for those who love and appreciate Japanese culture. It’s pricey but SO worth it.
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SHINGO
Neighborhood: Coral Gables
Address: 112 Alhambra Cir
Cuisine: Japanese, sushi, omakase
In May 2023, Chef Shingo Akikuni unveiled his long-awaited restaurant, Shingo, in the heart of Coral Gables. After making waves with his success at Michelin-starred Hiden in Wynwood and Sushi Azabu, Chef Shingo received his first Michelin star in 2024.
Nestled within the historic La Palma building, Shingo offers an intimate omakase, boasting 14 seats for an exclusive and personal touch. If you are looking for a refined and traditional experience, prepare for an 18-course menu that showcases the essence of traditional Japanese nigiri, seasonal sashimi, and delectable Yakimono dishes.
Priced at $275 per person (tax and gratuity not included), this omakase experience will deliver. Wine and sake pairings for an additional price are also available. Be sure to book your reservation ahead of time—your meal will end with one of the best hand rolls we’ve ever had!
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TAMBOURINE ROOM BY TRISTAN BRANDT
Neighborhood: North Beach
Address: 6801 Collins Ave
Cuisine: French, Asian
The Tambourine Room by Tristan Brandt, located inside the Carillon Miami Wellness Resort, received its first Michelin Star in 2023.
Chef Tristan Brandt’s culinary accomplishments include receiving two Michelin Stars as Head Chef at OPUS V in Germany and one Michelin Star at Epoca by Tristan Brandt in Switzerland’s Waldhaus Flims Wellness Resort.
The Tambourine Room offers a tasting menu for 18 guests, featuring modern classic French cuisine with Asian influences, utilizing locally sourced and seasonal ingredients from South Florida farms.
The Tambourine Room offers a seven-course menu on Wednesday-Thursday and Sunday, as well as a three-course menu for Friday and Saturday seatings.
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ARIETE
Neighborhood: Coconut Grove
Address: 3540 Main Hwy
Cuisine: New American
Located in Coconut Grove, Ariete is Chef Michael Beltran’s first Michelin-starred restaurant. The menu merges French fine dining with Cuban influence. You’re coming here for the Canard a La Presse, that’s French for duck press. The Rohan Duck feeds two guests with limited quantities available every night, and is available as part of the three or four-course menu at Ariete.
We recommend scoring an early reservation to secure this dish. This is one of the only four restaurants in the U.S. carrying out what is known traditionally in France as The Duck Press. The Rohan Duck is dry-aged for approximately 20 days and lightly glazed with guarapo (sugarcane) and local honey. Part of the preparation is presented tableside and served with different sides that include the Roasted Calabaza Tamal, Wild Mushroom Foie Gravy, Duck Fricasse Pastelitos, and a delicious and simple French-inspired salad. Feeling decadent, add foie gras to your duck feast for an additional charge.
You can order a full meal at the bar, either by booking a reservation or walking in—though bar seats are limited, so reserving is best.
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BOIA DE
Neighborhood: Little Haiti
Address: 5205 NE 2nd Ave
Cuisine: Italian-American, pasta
If you’ve driven past an unassuming strip mall near Little River and seen a glowing pink exclamation point, then you have found your destination.
Since 2019, Boia De has consistently delivered some of the best food in Miami, earning Chefs Luciana Giangrandi and Alex Meyer their Michelin star for a second year in a row. So naturally, it’s challenging to score a table at Boia De. However, if being flexible and/or spontaneous is your thing, keep this restaurant in mind. There is a walk-in counter specifically held for those without a reservation. You can also use the “notify” feature on the Resy app to be alerted when a table is available. Or if you’re a planner and know you’ll be with your significant other for at least another month, then you can plan your dinner 30 days out. Either way, this will be one of the best meals of your Miami life, so maybe make sure your date is worth it.
Yes, you will find a tiramisu on the menu; however, this isn’t a traditional Italian
Of course, all the pastas are made from scratch, but here you aren’t getting typical Italian food. At Boia, they are pushing the boundaries of what you would expect. There is a depth in flavor.
Order the Crispy Polenta with marinated eggplant and ricotta salata, or Luci’s Chopped Salad to start (one of our favorite salads in Miami). If they’re in season, get the Baby Artichokes with brown butter hollandaise and pine nuts. Work yourself down to the pasta section and try out the Gnocchi Pomodoro and the Tagliolini Nero (served cold) with king crab, vin juane, truffle, and herbs. End the meal with a Crispy Tiramisu or Carrot Cake. You really can’t go wrong here with whatever you order. They’re constantly adding new dishes to the menu, so make sure to ask what’s new.
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COTE
Neighborhood: Design District
Address: 3900 NE 2nd Ave
Cuisine: Korean, steakhouse
Coming from New York to Miami, it is no surprise that Cote delivers its exceptional service and flawless wine program here in the 305. Being awarded not only a one-star rating in the Michelin Guide but also the Florida Sommelier Award in 2022, it’s clear Cote is here to make waves in Miami’s Design District. When entering Cote, you will be met with seamless service from start to finish. And if you are craving exceptionally cooked meat that melts in your mouth, then look no further.
We recommend getting the Butcher’s Feast, featuring a selection of the Chef’s favorite cuts and a feast of USDA Prime & American Wagyu beef for $68. Additionally, if you come with a big group, we’d also get the Korean Bacon, the Kimchi Wagyu Paella, and the Chicken Nuggets, only available off the bar menu. Soft serve ice cream topped with soy sauce caramel is included with the Butcher’s Feast.
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ELCIELO
Neighborhood: Downtown
Address: 31 SE 5th St
Cuisine: Latin American
If you’re looking for a full sensory dining experience, stop by Elcielo in Brickell. Chef Juan Manuel Barrientos is broadening his guests’ minds and educating them on traditional Colombian cuisine through different avant-garde dining “moments”.
This is a tasting menu filled with theatrics with mist, lengthy explanations of what you’re eating, and how they represent Colombia. Our favorite “moments” were the tableside “Choco Therapy” and “Tree of Life” bread service.
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HIDEN
Neighborhood: Wynwood
Address: 313 NW 25th St
Cuisine: Japanese, sushi, omakase
You’re never going to believe what you will find nestled discreetly in the back of the Taco Stand. Behind this lively taco joint in Wynwood, a surprise awaits—a hidden wooden door with a keypad. Enter the exclusive code provided on the day of your reservation and step into an intimate 8-seat Omakase counter that takes coziness to a whole new level. You’ll be greeted by Chef Seijun Okano and his team for a dining experience that’ll have you questioning where you are.
There’s only one way to savor this remarkable meal: the progressive Chef’s Choice Omakase. Prepare for an exploration of traditional and non-traditional flavors, featuring the freshest fish flown in from Japan and melt-in-your-mouth A5 wagyu. In this one-star Michelin restaurant, all you need to worry about is arriving at your seat on time because, from there on, you’re in good hands. We’d stop by Hiden for a special occasion dinner with one other person.
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LE JARDINIER
Neighborhood: Design District
Address: 151 NE 41st St Suite 135
Cuisine: French
Le Jardinier is the French word for “gardener”, which is the theme of this modern, refined eatery focused on high-quality vegetables, seasonal ingredients, and fresh herbs. We love to see a Michelin star go to a restaurant hyper-focused on veggies.
The restaurant is stunning, with custom black and white marble walls and a vertical garden on the back wall. We also love the black marble bar with circular accent lights highlighting bottles of high-quality craft spirits and fortified wines.
It’s been a minute since we went to Le Jardinier. However, it’s always lovely. Whether you go for lunch, brunch, or dinner, it’s always a delicate and refreshing experience created by Chef Alain Verzeroli. The menu changes seasonally. However, the Steak Tartare is one of Le Jardinier’s signature dishes and is currently featured as part of their “Flavors of French Tradition” section. The Halibut and Vol-au-Vent are also dishes that diners and reviewers regularly call out. The best bang for your buck is probably the prix fixe 3-course menu for lunch Tuesday-Friday. It includes an appetizer, an entree, and a dessert.
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LOS FÉLIX
Neighborhood: Coconut Grove
Address: 3413 Main Hwy
Cuisine: Mexican
Los Félix was the first restaurant in Miami to receive a one-star and a Green Star from the Michelin Guide. Drawing inspiration from Mexican heritage and the indigenous Milpa farming tradition, the restaurant delivers simple yet thoughtfully curated dishes that celebrate the integrity of their ingredients.
Accompanied by an extensive natural wine list and signature ‘cocteles’, Los Félix hits the note in every aspect of their ambiance. It’s all about groovy vinyl spins and a modern approach to honoring heirloom corn in every dish. You may be coming for tacos, but you will be staying for the vibes. Here you will find familiar and comforting Latin flavors presented in a refined way. Go ahead and order the Pork Cheek Carnitas, Al Pastor Tacos, and their day’s catch Crudo. And of course, don’t forget that bottle of biodynamic wine to pair with your meal.
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STUBBORN SEED
Neighborhood: Miami Beach
Address: 101 Washington Ave
Cuisine: American
If you’ve ever found yourself in Miami Beach just south of Fifth, you might have passed the corner of 1st and Washington, home to Stubborn Seed, the one-star Michelin restaurant that, in 2025, also earned a prestigious Green Star for its commitment to sustainability. Chef Jeremy Ford helms this badass kitchen with a powerful team that delivers consistent, flavorful dishes that pack a powerful punch every.single.time.
And that goes for the desserts, so don’t even think about skipping them. To best enjoy this meal, just go ahead and treat yourself to Chef’s tasting menu. Guests can choose between a 6-course or 9-course experience, both offering a great introduction to what Stubborn Seed is all about. With a low-lit dining room and classic rock singles playing overhead, this is a dining experience worth treating yourself to over and over again.
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THE SURF CLUB RESTAURANT
Neighborhood: Surfside
Address: 9011 Collins Ave
Cuisine: Modern American
When there is a big name attached to a restaurant, expectations are always going to be high, and The Surf Club Restaurant by Thomas Keller will not disappoint.
Chef Keller is famously known for The French Laundry in Yountville, California, and Per Se in New York City. Chances are that if and when you decide to stop by The Surf Club Restaurant, Chef Keller won’t be there. But it doesn’t matter. Excellence exists here. And now we want to celebrate any major life achievements at the Surf Club Restaurant.
We could talk forever about how beautiful and regal the Surf Club Restaurant is, but this guide isn’t really about that. It’s a plus, though. But what we want to talk about is the food.
The à la carte menu interprets classic Continental cuisine, delivering a sense of nostalgia through every dish. Start your meal with a beautifully executed cocktail at the bar before heading to your table. We loved the refreshing Basil Smash with gin.
From the appetizers, we recommend the best crispy Jumbo Lump Crab Cake of your life and the Hass Avocado & Garden Vegetable Louie. Moving on to the main event, let us introduce you to the best Fettuccine we’ve ever had. It wasn’t overpowering. It was light and creamy. Normally, we’re meh about truffles, but in this dish, it made sense. And I can’t believe we’re saying this, but we would order it again. This is a splurge experience, and if you’re going to spend $55 for pasta in Miami. This is where you should do it.
If it’s your first time at The Surf Club Restaurant, order the Prime Beef Short Rib Wellington. The dish comes with a Périgourdine sauce and serves two. This is an intricate dish, so if you’re going to try it somewhere, try it at The Surf Club Restaurant. Worth the splurge.
When booking, choose your room wisely: the Club Room for classic and pristine, the Banyan Room for a bright, al fresco-feeling experience (with AC), or the Lounge for a more vibey night with live music. Great for an elevated date when you want to impress without saying too much.
We can’t wait to go back for the monthly fried chicken and to order the rest of the menu.
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L’ATELIER DE JOËL ROBUCHON
Neighborhood: Design District
Address: 4100 NE 2nd Ave
Cuisine: French
L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon, by the world-renowned & late Chef Joël Robuchon, was the only restaurant to receive two stars in Miami. Enter through sister restaurant, Le Jardinier, and make your way to the second floor of a sexy red and wood-toned restaurant space.
The best way to experience L’Atelier is to sit at the bar with one other person. Your neck might hurt after, but it’s the best seat in the house to catch all the action.
You can order à la carte, the seasonal tasting menu for $195, or the evolution tasting menu for $295 (however, if you want to do this option, everyone in your party must choose this menu as well). These were the prices last time we checked; however, they could be more. We went for the Spring menu so that we could pick a total of eight different dishes for two guests and share. We also loved the bread basket baked in-house. Oh, and when your main course comes, rest assured that it will come with Chef Robuchon’s iconic Pomme Puree. It’s the silkiest mashed potato we’ve ever had.
In retrospect, if we’d go back, we’d order à la carte and probably take out our calculator and just make sure not to overdo it. Their burger looks delicately delicious and easy to share since it’s cut in half by their team.
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PHOTO CREDIT Kevin Hayden
Miami’s Michelin-starred restaurants
Miami’s Michelin-starred restaurants
Miami’s Michelin-starred restaurants
Miami’s Michelin-starred restaurants
Miami’s Michelin-starred restaurants
