Miami’s Newest Restaurant Openings, Now on Resy
Want to know the latest — and greatest — restaurant openings in Miami? You’re in luck.
From the steakhouse follow-up from the Jaguar Sun folks to a Roman destination courtesy of L.A. chef Evan Funke, we have you covered with this continuously updated list of hot new debuts.
And if you’re seeking out some beloved Miami spots that are now bookable on Resy, we’ve got you covered here.
MIKA Coral Gables
Newly added!
At this high-end establishment, Michelin-starred chef Michael White (whose iconic Marea introduced high-end Italian seafood to New York) brings vivid Mediterranean fare to Coral Gables. Don’t miss White’s most notable creations — a langoustine carpaccio and pasta with octopus and bone marrow — which anchor the menu here, too.
Babette Coral Gables
Newly added!
There’s a little bit of magic happening at this Coral Gables bistro covered in greenery. Maybe it’s chef Daniel Chavez-Bello’s touch with beef or beet tartare, cavatelli with lamb ragù, or scallops with ginger “leche de tigre.” Or it’s the lovely room befitting the gorgeous dishes. Either way, you’re bound to have a memorable evening.
Ossobuco Coconut Grove Coconut Grove
Newly added!
Though it’s named after a delicious meaty dish, the vegetables are just as much of a highlight at this swank and stylish spot. At the hand of chef Guillermo Eleicegui, smoked beets with ricotta mousse, grilled baby carrots, and sweet and sour cauliflower are perfect matchs for the wood-fired tomahawk, bone-in ribeye, and picanha. Creative cocktails and DJs set the tone.
a’Riva Miami Beach
Newly added!
You don’t need to be a member to dine at the Harbour Club’s restaurant, but it does feel like a place where you can conduct business during the day and grab drinks with friends well into the night. The dining room is posh yet comfortable, and the patio feels like a lush Mediterranean garden. Crudos, pastas and spritzes abound.
Mother Wolf Miami Design District
Once you take in the spectacle of Roman influences throughout the space — Murano glass chandeliers, terrazzo floors gold marble tables — you get to the root of chef Evan Funke’s menu. The staples are all here: cacio e pepe, rigatoni alla carbonara, pizzas, fried squash blossoms, and the cream-filled maritozzi, or Rome’s most famous dessert.
Sunny’s Little River
There’s a lot about this Little River steakhouse that makes any day better. It’s the expertly crafted martinis plucked from a “pick your path” menu, the shrimp cocktail and chilled oysters, steaks grilled over oak with fantastic sauces, and a black cod in mussel broth if you’re sticking to the seafood route. Most of all, it’s the vibe that’s equally vintage and contemporary at the same time.
Margot Bar & Bistro – South Beach Miami Beach
If you love Bar Lab’s Margot Wine Bar downtown, you’ll double down on its South Beach sibling. It has the same moody-cool vibe but a lot more on offer, including a full menu (yes to the hand-cut tartare and chips, hamachi ceviche, and ‘nduja rigatoni with stracciatella), plus excellent cocktails and natural wines.
Ciao Bella Little Havana
This fun neighborhood spot brings a little la dolce vita to Little Havana, from the turquoise exterior to the red-checked tablecloths and flower swing inside. Thin-crust pizzas, handmade pastas, and one fantastic tiramisu are standouts on the classic Italian menu.
Habibi Miami River
A red-carpet entrance, dripping crystal chandeliers, velvet booths, and draped silks await at the Moroccan-inspired Habibi. There’s also hookah service, belly dancers, other roving performers, and a menu that has everything from merguez pigs in a blanket to miso-glazed sea bass skewers, sushi, and halva cheesecake.
Mona Lisa Miami Miami Beach
At this dynamic Miami Beach spot, the aesthetics take inspiration from Leonardo da Vinci’s most famous painting (and the restaurant’s namesake), but it’s far from the bucolic scenes behind the lady with the smile. On the menu, expect sticky short ribs, crispy lobster, and tableside caviar bumps with tequila shots. And the night only goes on from there.
Brother’s Keeper Miami Beach
Because this Miami Beach cocktail bar makes for a very fun night out. Get ready for tuna poke nachos (a Resy staff favorite), jerk wings that beat Bobby Flay, and expertly chilled martinis with sea salt and olive oil, all against a moody backdrop of glass-block windows and purple neon.
Cru Lounge Miami Wynwood
A growing nightlife chain with roots in the South, Cru is known for its lively atmosphere, hookah offerings, bar snacks, plentiful cocktails, and more. In short, it’s a party vibe that fits right in here.
Otto and Pepe Wynwood
The sleek room, natural woods, and earth tones might feel a little serious, but once you see the pop-art mural on the wall, and caricatures of Otto (the pasta) and Pepe (the wine bottle) hanging around the dining room, bar, and patio, you’ll be reminded to have a little fun. That’s easy at Miami’s first “pasta bar,” where you can watch all the rolling, twirling, and saucing action in the kitchen.
Torno Subito Downtown Miami
World-renowned Italian chef Massimo Bottura has landed in Miami. With outposts in Dubai and Singapore, expect the unexpected — a colorful, whimsical 1960s Italy vibe and incredibly creative dishes and drinks to match.
Havana Beach Miami Beach
Here’s a something-for-everybody restaurant that focuses on the culinary pleasures of Cuba’s cuisine (like a classic Cubano sandwich, lechón asado with Moro rice and yuca, and Cuban-style fried chicken), but also offers burgers, pasta, pizza, Mexican dishes, and more — all of it as delicious as you want it to be.
CASA NEOS Downtown Miami
With two floors of sandy hues, hand-carved woods, and natural fabrics, Casa Neos is an oasis that celebrates the Mediterranean and Miami. Warm flatbread with various dips, a grilled rack of lamb, Greek salad with aged feta, and Sicilian ratatouille with a Solara (tequila, papaya, and coriander bitters) in hand hits right.
Yaya Coastal Cuisine Upper Eastside
With its earthy vibe and stunning, sunny décor, you could be somewhere in the Mediterranean. But in reality, you’re on the water in North Miami, sipping martinis made with olive-washed vodka and sharing whole branzino or lobster Cobb salad. The bayfront and skyline views go on for days.
Recoveco South Miami
Everything is seamlessly curated and intentional at this haute South Miami spot, from the choice of silverware and the earth-toned palette to the wine list. Dishes burst with flavor and are full-on stunners, from red snapper swimming in savory horchata to the crackling-skin chicken. The menu changes often, so know you’ll just have to go back.
ViceVersa Downtown Miami
This is the place for Negroni lovers — the ones who love Italian spirits, vermouth, and amaro — or at least, want to know more about them. Stop for a margarita knock-off made with Borolo and marmalade (Brucio in Bocca) or a spritz, definitely stay for some crudo or pizza, then ponder whether life is better in Milan or Miami.
Felice Brickell Brickell
Fitting into the neighborhood quite nicely, the group behind the Felice and Sant Ambroeus empire brings Tuscan-inspired fare and wine to the financial district. It’s clubby and intimate, with plush leather booths, great art, Negronis, and ragus. Felice (it means “happy”), indeed.
Piegari Ristorante Wynwood
Whether it’s the Messi effect or not, Argentinian restaurants are having a moment in Miami. This first U.S. outpost of the Buenos Aires celeb-packed spot is among the best, both in design — the massive open kitchen and live pasta makers are part of the show — and food. Expect things like delicate chitarra tossed with tomatoes, empanadas, and other Italian and Argentinian staples.
Itamae AO Midtown
You could hear hearts breaking when Nando and Val Chang announced the closing of their wildly popular Itamae. The good news: It’s now an intimate jewel box of a space next to their other restaurant, Maty’s. This isn’t just Nikkei cuisine by some of the country’s most exciting up-and-coming chefs, it’s an omakase experience that takes the concept to the next level.
Catch Miami Beach South of Fifth
Fresh air and a bird’s-eye view of the surroundings are hallmarks of Catch restaurants around the globe, whether it’s in the Meatpacking District in Manhattan or West Hollywood in L.A. The Miami Beach outpost has it all: An opulent Art Déco vibe both inside and out, lots of cocktails and bubbly, truffle sashimi, Cantonese lobster, and hot rock Wagyu prepared tableside.
Gold Standard Sushi Wynwood
Like a sushi speakeasy hidden behind a secret door inside Whitman’s, this roving omakase experience brings everything you’ve come to expect from high-end tasting menus: A welcome round of sparkling wine or Japanese whisky, a small counter with a handful of seats, and 16 courses of elevated nigiri, sashimi, and more, each bite more impressive than the last.
Tacombi – Brickell Brickell
Once a Volkswagen bus on the beaches of Yucatán, then a beach-meets-retro hot spot in New York, Tacombi clearly feels right at home in Miami. This fourth location offers the same stellar taco menu (al pastor, carnitas, carne asada, and occasionally birria), plus pitchers of margaritas and housemade aguas frescas. The lush outdoor courtyard, two bars, and open kitchen are part of the fun.
Mangrove Downtown Miami
More nights should include jerk fried chicken sandwiches, coconut peas and rice, griot and pikliz, and vinyl vibes. Cocktails take a detour through the Caribbean; things like the Hotstepper combine passionfruit with housemade hot sauce.
KYU Miami Wynwood Art District
Warm tones and earthy elements play a balancing act with the fiery spirit of this (reopened!) mainstay. Don’t worry: Kyu’s iconic roasted cauliflower, Korean fried chicken, crispy rice, and sesame-crusted short ribs are all here. But don’t overlook lighter newcomers like crunchy kale — texture is everything.
