Posts tagged Best Restaurants
Ocean Social: Reimagined by Chef Tristen Epps

Sitting oceanfront with stunning views of the beach and the Atlantic sits Ocean Social by Tristen Epps. Malibu Farm occupied the space until closing during Covid and the space reopened as Ocean Social in late 2021.

Over the summer, Chef Tristen Epps had been selected to helm the restaurant and elevate it into a coveted dining destination. And now he can add a James Beard Foundation nod as semifinalist for Best Chef-South.

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Ocean Social: Reimagined by Chef Tristen Epps

Sitting oceanfront with stunning views of the beach and the Atlantic sits Eden Roc’s casual Ocean Social restaurant. Malibu Farm occupied the space until closing during Covid and the space reopened as Ocean Social in late 2021. And now Ocean Social is poised to begin a new and exciting new chapter, as Chef Tristen Epps now helms the restaurant with plans to elevate it into a coveted dining destination.

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Ocean Social: Reimagined by Chef Tristen Epps

SPECIAL EVENT: Chef Tristen, with a twinkle in his eye, has big plans for Ocean Social starting with this coming Saturday’s 2/18, Black History Month “African Diaspora “dinner with James Beard finalist, Chef Cleophus “Ophus” Hethington. This special dinner served family-style at the Aquatica Pool will feature authentic Afro-Caribbean dishes. Tickets available for this special dinner are available HERE.

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Where to Eat in Miami during Art Basel 2022

Art Basel is the unofficial kick-off to the holiday dining scene in Miami and Miami Beach. We welcome back the many visitors that could not come over the past almost two years with this updated list of top spots to explore while in Miami.

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Where to Eat in Miami during Art Basel 2021

Art Basel is the unofficial kick-off to the holiday dining scene in Miami and Miami Beach. We welcome back the many visitors that could not come over the past almost two years with this updated list of top spots to explore while in Miami.

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Best Restaurants in Miami: Super Bowl Dining Guide

Super Bowl LIV is almost here and everyone is asking us "Where should we eat in Miami?"  Here are some of MIAbites Contributors Best Bites for "am to pm" dining in and around Miami, Miami Beach, Wynwood , the Design District, and some other standouts.  

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Miami's Restaurants that defined the Decade via Food For Thought

Editors Note: I started MIAbites about 4 years ago, as a celebration of the creative chefs, bartenders, farmers and the emerging food scene here in Miami. Thank you, David Rosendorf (aka Frodnesor) for the time and thoughtful way you took to highlight these amazing restaurants in Miami and for allowing MIAbites to share for our readers. Here is an excerpt with link to the full article. Happy New Year to all!

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UPDATED- Where to Eat in Miami: MIAbites Dining Guide 2024

Seasons EATINGS! Happy Holidays. Here is our UPDATED MIAbites Dining Guide for 2019-2020.

Everyone is always asking us "Where should we eat in Miami?"  Here are some of MIAbites Contributors Best Bites for "am to pm" dining in and around Miami, Miami Beach, Wynwood and the Design District.  We update this guide every month so make sure you bookmark this page for future reference.

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Where to Eat in Miami: Miami Boat Show Dining Guide

Welcome to the Miami Boat Show and Miami Yacht Show! Our MIAbites Dining Guide is updated just for this weekends event, so please enjoy each and every one of our favorite spots while you are here.

NEW this year are special food experiences at the show itself, including the Miami Yacht Shows, Windward VIP Club that includes elevated food and beverages including Rosé and Oysters event, Champagne Tastings and a special Brunch and Mixology Class with James Beard Finalist, Chef Brad Kilgore and his team from Kilgore Culinary. Tickets available here . 

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Where to Eat in Miami: Art Basel Dining Guide

Art Basel and Miami Art Week starts next week with previews, opening night parties and of course, ART. But did you know that MIAbites has nicknamed Art Basel… EAT Basel?  "Where should we eat in Miami?"  Here are some of Our Contributors Best Bites for Art Basel dining in and around Miami, Miami Beach, Wynwood and the Design District. 

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20 Places to Eat in Miami on Christmas

Over the river and through the woods… or more like over the causeway and through the traffic... to delicious restaurants we go!  From Miami Beach to Downtown to MiMo and Wynwood some of Miami area’s best restaurants are hosting holiday festivities on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day itself.  Be sure to make your reservations early and check ahead to confirm hours and all details.

Miami Beach:

The Continental- Playing off a fun Japanese tradition of eating fried chicken with champagne and chocolate cake for Christmas, and their global influences, Continental will be offering a Korean Fried Chicken Special. The complete meal will feature a green salad, Continental’s famous Korean Fried Chicken, a glass of bubbly and a slice of Millionaire's Chocolate Cake. The Continental 2301 Collins Ave. Miami Beach FL 305 604 2000

Juvia- Enjoy Christmas above the city in the penthouse of Juvia with family and friends! Juvia is offering a special Yule dessert (with a variety of flavors to choose from) every day starting Dec. 20 through the 31st. What better way to get into the Christmas spirit than indulging in this dessert along with their regular dinner menu.  Juvia 1111 Lincoln Rd. Miami Beach FL  (305) 763-8272.

Jaya at The Setai- On Christmas Day, Jaya at The Setai will be serving their signature Christmas themed buffet with two seatings at11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.  Priced at $125 per person and $63 per child, festivities will include live jazz featuring Christmas carols and a special appearance from Santa Claus. Jaya at The Setai 2001 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139 (855) 923-7899   

The Dutch- On Christmas Eve, the $50 per person (excluding tax and gratuity) dinner will include a traditional Caja China Pig Roast, along with other savory Latin dishes prepared by Executive Chef Adonay Tafur. The Dutch is located inside W South Beach, 2201 Collins Avenue, in Miami Beach, Florida, 33139 (305) 938-3111

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