The best restaurants in Brickell, from refined Italian to celebratory supper clubs

What is it? Enjoy sophisticated Niçoise cuisine and chic people-watching at this upscale French import. Despite the white tablecloths and double-digit price tags, LPM is warm, welcoming and surprisingly low-key.

Why we love it: It's true that the restaurant caters to more refined palates—the escargot is exceptional—but it's also a haven for potato lovers. Case in point: There are fries and then there are the pomme frites served at LPM. Soaked, baked and fried, the labor-intensive spuds take hours to make, and it shows through in taste and texture. Savory cocktail lovers, order the signature Tomatini, a perfectly balanced drink made with two Campari tomatoes and a splash of white balsamic. 

Time Out tip: This Brickell hotspot earned Wine Spectator’s 2025 Best of Award of Excellence for its program of over 800 rosé, red, white and champagne selections. Ask the somm to recommend a rare vintage Bordeaux, crisp Provençal rosé or elegant Burgundy with your meal.

Address: 1300 Brickell Bay Dr, Miami, FL 33131

Opening hours: Mon, Tue 5–11pm; Wed–Fri noon–3pm, 5–11pm; Sat, Sun 6–11pm

Expect to pay: Dinner will run you about $150 to $200 per person.

What is it? There are only two seatings per day and a maximum of five people per seating at Brickell Key’s illustrious sushi den, NAOE, where chef/owner Kevin Cory has been quietly and masterfully preparing each piece in the intimate restaurant’s open kitchen for more than a decade (long before the present omakase boom in Miami).

Why we love it: Cory’s authentic approach and meticulous attention to detail are what set his meals apart from the myriad Japanese restaurants in town. For instance, both the soy sauce and sake here are sourced from small-town Japanese breweries that Cory’s family has been operating for centuries.

Time Out tip: NAOE is the most serious sushi spot in Miami. Should you snag an exclusive $280 seat here, allocate around three hours for the full experience—and keep in mind no dietary restrictions or modifications will be accommodated. 

Address: 661 Brickell Key Dr, Miami, FL 33131

Opening hours: Tue–Sat 5–9pm

Expect to pay: $150 or more per person

What is it? An NYC-imported, Tuscan-inspired classic Italian concept where the service is warm and each dish is impeccably executed with the finest ingredients. Felice is ideal for a fancy lunch meeting, chic post-work drinks or an upscale family dinner (they also serve a lovely weekend brunch).

Why we love it: Though the food is billed as rustic, the vibe at Brickell’s Felice skews decidedly cosmopolitan, with high ceilings, mirrored walls and minimalist artworks against a palette of neutral tones—not a checked tablecloth in sight. Still, you’ll feel at ease tucking into simple and reliably delicious dishes like the mafalde al limone or chicken parmigiana. The signature Gelato Crema Buontalenti is a towering, egg-based masterpiece finished with crunchy pistachios and strawberry compote.

Time Out tip: Pronounce it like the Italians do: “feh-LEE-cheh.” It means happy or fortunate, which is likely how you’ll be feeling by the end of a meal here.

Address: 1450 Brickell Ave, Suite 110, Miami, FL 33131

Opening hours: Mon–Thu 11:30am–10:30pm; Fri 11:30am–11pm; Sat noon–11pm; Sun noon–10pm

Expect to pay: $50 to $100 per person

What is it? A high-end French-Mediterranean restaurant spilling over with festive, feminine charm—though its Riviera-inspired menu packs a serious punch. Dishes like the wild shrimp carpaccio, lobster spaghetti, “entrecôte” wagyu and frites, and grilled daurade royale for two are beautifully plated and full of flavor, yet exceptionally delicate and clean.   

Why we love it: Claudie feels sort of like the dining embodiment of that infamous “Zou bisou bisou” scene from Mad Men. It’s fun, flirty and a bit over the top. (A roaming jazz singer’s mid-meal serenade will likely make you blush.) But it’s also undeniably sexy, and substantive. The buzzing outdoor terrace centers on a large fountain and leads seamlessly into a glamorous midcentury-meets-deco interior. Both spaces share the bar, a 360-degree stunner serving signature cocktails as excellent as the food.  

Time Out tip: Claudie is perhaps Brickell’s hottest ticket right now. Book a reservation in advance or be prepared to wait. If you can manage to snag a seat at the bar, the people-watching is fabulous.

Address: 1101 Brickell Ave S-113, Miami, FL 33131

Opening hours: Sun–Thu 6pm–1am; Fri, Sat 6pm–2am

Expect to pay: $100 to $150 per person

What is it? Zeru demonstrates the Spaniards’ unrivaled ability to elevate simple ingredients and transform them into very special dishes. The concept arrives via Mexico City, and here, corporate chef and partner Israel Aretxiga runs the kitchen in a very chic space at the bottom of the AKA Hotel.

Why we love it: In a city where Spanish food is plentiful, Zeru stands out, even with dishes you’ve seen before, like the Galician octopus. Whole fish, seafood and steak all get the smoky Josper treatment, and the manchego cheese fondant is just simply a mind-blowing rendition of this sweet-savory dessert. Zeru is the best Spanish restaurant in Brickell—and certainly among the top in the entire city.

Time Out tip: For a San Sebastian-inspired tour of the Basque Country, opt for the six-course tasting menu ($140 per person), which kicks off with three welcome pinxtos and concludes with mignardises (single-bit fine pastries) and coffee. The optional wine pairing is $98 per person.

Address: 1395 Brickell Ave #180, Miami, FL 33131

Opening hours: Wed–Fri 12:30–3pm, 6–10pm; Sat 6:30–10pm

Expect to pay: $100 to $250 per person

What is it? This financial district stalwart has survived recessions and land acquisitions, satiating the local business crowd with the freshest oysters—and best blue cheese-stuffed olive martinis—since 2003. 

Why we love it: The River Oyster Bar’s sleek, contemporary space is as timeless as its classic seafood menu, featuring staples like crab cakes, whole roasted fish and Florida lobster. There are also fun seasonal specials, like summertime lobster nights, and one of the area’s most reliable happy hour scenes.

Time Out tip: Happy hour (3 to 7pm) is the best time to go, when bartenders sling $2 oysters and $8 drinks like it’s the World Series. Luckily, the deals extend into the weekend, so you can snag a seat at the bar or lounge without pushing your way through the neighborhood’s after-work masses.  

Address: 33 SE 7th St, Suite 100, Miami, FL 33131

Opening hours: Daily noon–10:30pm

Expect to pay: $50 to $100 per person

What is it? Looking for a sleek, understated spot in Brickell that’s not overrun by the neighborhood's swarms of tourists or recent transplants? This intimate, bi-level modern Asian restaurant and hi-fi listening bar fits the bill.

Why we love it: Kaori’s two floors give two distinct vibes, and both are great. Upstairs, enjoy a more subdued meal with floor-to-ceiling views of the bustling city street below. Downstairs, the darkened bar and lounge plays host to chilled vinyl nights with a cool-looking crowd. Both levels serve up edgy yet approachable food and drinks, like oysters with a turmeric mignonette, suya-spiced strip loin and a spicy watermelon margarita made with gochujang, mirin and a charred scallion salt rim.

Time Out tip: DJs spin vinyl downstairs starting at 8pm Thursday through Saturday. There’s no cover, but the lounge only has seating for 30, so booking in advance is encouraged.

Address: 871 S Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33130

Opening hours: Mon–Wed 5–11pm; Thu–Sat 5pm–1am

Expect to pay: $50 to $100 per person

What is it? The gorgeous dining room at Delilah, a Los Angeles import frequented by the young and famous, looks repurposed from the estate of a Jazz Age industrialist. It would all make a dazzling backdrop for your next selfie if not for the American restaurant’s famous no-pics policy.

Why we love it: The menu spans cheeky bits that sound off the kids' menu, like chicken fingers and pigs in a blanket, to zippy crudos and tartares, caviar service and supper club-level steaks that run up to a $300 wagyu tomahawk. It also doesn’t hurt that Delilah boasts Brickell’s most stunning dock-and-dine waterfront terrace and nightly cabaret-style entertainment. 

Time Out tip: Reserve Delilah’s interior dining room for a night out with the girls, an anniversary or birthday celebration. The lush waterfront terrace, on the other hand, is the perfect perch for sunset cocktails or Delilah’s great brunch buffet, which runs seasonally.

Address: 301 Brickell Key Dr, Miami, FL 33131

Opening hours: Tue–Sat 5pm–3am

Expect to pay: $100 to $150 per person

What is it? The former El Tucán space in Brickell rings more opulent than ever as Lafayette, a steakhouse that oozes old-school indulgence, from the cherry-red banquettes along the walls, to the chandeliers that look like giant golden flower buds and the thick, Tonight Show-like curtain in the back.

Why we love it: The menu here drips with nostalgia, with its steakhouse classics (including a tableside Caesar salad) and ample use of modifiers like “bone-in,” “dry-aged” and “caviar-topped.” Gold will be flecked on the desserts, entertainers will occupy the grand piano and dishes and cocktails will be finished tableside.

Time Out tip: The vibe here is more chill than your average Miami clubstaurant, making this better for first dates or nights out with the boss rather than mistakes-will-be-made bachelor party. There’s also a pretty generous happy hour featuring $10 classic cocktails, $8 wine and discounted bites. 

Address: 1111 SW 1st Ave, Miami, FL 33130

Opening hours: Tue–Thu 6–11pm; Fri, Sat 6pm–midnight

Expect to pay: $150 or more per person

What is it? A seasonally driven, farm-to-table menu is filled with dishes made from ingredients sourced locally at this indoor-outdoor French brasserie on the rooftop of the Four Seasons Hotel Miami. 

Why we love it: In keeping with the wholesome vibe, Edge serves seafood, vegetarian options and lightened-up versions of meat dishes, focusing on smaller cuts and veggie sides. It’s also home to one of the top Sunday brunch buffets in Miami, with a seafood raw bar, brunch classics, grilled butcher’s cuts, made-to-order pasta, paella, desserts and more for $115 (or $145 with bottomless drinks).

Time Out tip: Presently, award-winning Peruvian chef Jaime Pesaque has taken up residency at Edge for dinner. Dubbed Nuna, Pesaque’s fine-dining Nikkei concept blends the delicate precision of Japanese techniques with the bold, bright flavours of Peru.

Address: 1435 Brickell Ave, Miami, FL 33131 

Opening hours: Daily 7am–10pm

Expect to pay: $100 to $150 per person