Miami’s Newest Restaurant Openings, Now on Resy

This New York City import brought all the trappings of a Northeast hunting lodge to Miami, moose heads, antler chandeliers, and all. The Italian and Argentinian specialties fit, from empanadas to interesting pizzas (Brussels sprouts and smoked mozzarella, anyone?) to bacon-wrapped octopus hot dogs. Enjoy the extensive brown spirits selection to keep things, uh, spirited.

This outpost of the Major Food Group’s brunch star sits on the second floor of Kith in the Design District. The menu is slightly pared down from others — no bagel tower, but there is caviar service — and you can still get that sliced-to-order smoked salmon and everything bagel, plus the same vibe and look (read: plush turquoise seats, brass accents, and booths). Don’t miss Kith-only sandwiches like The Maia, a turkey, swiss, muenster, and Russian dressing number.

Come to the West Palm branch of this celebrated downtown Manhattan pizza palace (with an outpost in Miami) for perfect thin-crust and old-fashioned square pies, all within a dazzling dining room with soaring ceilings and a 60-foot quartzite bar.

From the pulsating LED dome ceiling and the glamorous setting throughout the former Paris theater, to the sushi platters and seafood towers, everything about Queen is a spectacle — in the best way possible. This is a night out; dress accordingly.

It might feel like you’re walking through the Copacabana in Goodfellas, but that’s by design. The reborn iconic Fort Lauderdale supperclub is filled with jewel tones, table lamps, photos of famous Italian Americans, and a stage set for live entertainment. Tableside Caesar salads, chicken parm, twice-baked potatoes gilded with truffles and cacio e pepe sauce are just the beginning. Dress up, dig in, enjoy.

You can’t help but smile when you say the name KooLuLu. Here, it’s meant to evoke happiness and conviviality, which is easy to muster with the Mediterranean-inspired spot in Surfside. Fresh pita and dips, hummus with mushroom and soft egg, and a smattering of kabobs and souvlaki — all kosher — are the way to go.

Somehow Tacombi, which started out as a Volkswagen bus on the beaches of Yucatán, then conquered New York with its beach-meets-retro setting, feels more right for Miami. This second location (the first is in the Design District) brings the stellar taco menu (al pastor, carnitas, carne asada and occasionally birria), plus pitchers of margaritas, and housemade aguas frescas.

Tables spill out onto Coral Gables’ Miracle Mile sidewalk with cascading bougainvillea overhead. Inside, it’s light and airy, filled with potted plants and more florals. All in all, a perfect setting for traditional Greek bites like beef kefte, grilled halloumi, and baklava.

Off the mezzanine deck at The Alexander Hotel, this hidden gem with wood-slat walls and dark trim feels like something you’d find in New York or L.A. It’s not just the vibe; it’s the menu full of seasonal ingredients from local producers — things like crudo with black garlic sauce, and smoked lion’s mane farotto with pea tendrils and cashew crumbs. Don’t miss brunch.

Because La Strega’s Pembroke Pines sibling is just as lovely as the original. Mark this one for date nights and celebrations, and let the Italian steakhouse menu, genuinely warm service, and live music do the rest.