Dining al fresco has never been more popular, and there are countless places in Miami to enjoy a scenic outdoor meal. Not too hot and never too cold, Miami outdoor dining is the thing of dreams in every seasons. And as such we’re sharing some of the best (and I mean the best) places to hit for the ultimate alfresco dining experience.
We’ve rounded up some of Miami’s best outdoor spots to grab a meal, so check out these amazing spots with stand-out outdoor seating.
MILA Miami
Located in the heart of South Beach, MILA’s rooftop terrace looks out over the city for a spectacular view, the perfect location to enjoy the Miami fall weather. The concept is an energetic setting with an inventive menu set to transport diners on a culinary journey throughout the shores of the Mediterranean and Japan. Living up to its mantra “joie de vivre” (in translation, “joy of living”), the 250-seat rooftop restaurant opened September 2020 and embraces Miami’s unique vibrancy by pairing an elegant dining experience with a magical, glamorous nightlife. The MILA team introduces the bold signature flavors of the Mediterranean and Japanese culture, including miyazaki wagyu, olive wagyu and ohmi wagyu all imported from Japan. Other signature staples on the menu include black rock lava grilled prime filet, beef short rib ‘kalbi,’ foie gras & uni diver scallop, truffle rossejat, shawarma-spiced wagyu gyoza, a ‘MediterrAsian’ maki program and more. The restaurant also offers exclusive experiences and programs, including their barcart, which entails a theatrical and multi-sensory mixology performance and experiential preparations.
LPM Miami
LPM Miami, an exquisite Riviera-inspired restaurant and bar, offers a full range of dining options including beautiful outdoor dining with gorgeous views and lush landscaping. LPM is located in Miami’s Brickell neighborhood and has both an open-air terrace and a panoramic covered patio. Both outdoor dining options are beautifully designed and offer guests a scenic dining experience, even during Miami’s unpredictable weather.
Juvia
Juvia is Miami’s legendary rooftop restaurant surrounded by Lincoln Road’s sizzling, cosmopolitan vibe and South Beach’s famed Art Deco District. Featuring the ultimate indoor-outdoor rooftop, the ambiance at Juvia exudes understated luxury with unobstructed views of the Atlantic Ocean. Guests will enjoy the tri-fusion cuisine of French, Japanese and Peruvian dishes created by talented master Chef Sunny Oh and Pastry Chef Gregory Gourreau, while sipping beautifully-crafted cocktails.
Joia Beach Restaurant & Beach Club
Joia Beach Restaurant & Beach Club is a vibrant day-to-night oasis located near downtown Miami in a hidden enclave on Watson Island. Serving as both a restaurant and a beach club, Joia Beach is the only private beachfront location in Miami where guests can dine with their toes in the sand and offers a European-inspired menu with freshly-sourced seasonal ingredients. On the weekends, Joia Beach offers a laid back lounge experience during the day and after sunset it transforms into a European-inspired open-air night club.
Zuma Miami
A global hotspot in Miami’s culinary scene for over a decade, Zuma Miami’s famed waterfront terrace is just *chefs kiss*.
The local favorite gives views and moods to die for. Located in the heart of downtown Miami, Zuma Miami’s famed waterfront terrace lends guests a unique opportunity to arrive in style and discover an upscale dockside dining experience overlooking the Miami River. City views, a gentle breeze, killer cocktails and the iconic cuisine philosophy of flavorsome, modern Japanese dishes inspired by izakaya – nothing screams fall dining in Miami like Zuma Alfresco. Dining at Zuma Miami is limited solely to Zuma Alfresco through October as our favorite eatery undergoes renovations for the unveiling of Zuma Miami 3.0.
Klaw Restaurant
Description: Led by international entrepreneur, Sasha Krilov, and global restaurateur, Misha Zelman, Klaw Restaurant is the newest concept opening in Miami Fall 2021 that will offer diners the epitome of the surf and turf experience. With the culinary program headed by Chef Tim Elmore, the King Crab served at Klaw comes direct from the rough waters of the artic ocean in the north of Norway straight to the sunny coastline of Miami. The King Crabs will be housed in bespoke aquatic tanks on display in the restaurant. The beef program at Klaw is rooted in the exceptional cattle-rearing program where farmers carefully curate each cattle’s diet, living conditions and age to produce the highest quality beef. Arriving soon to the rapidly growing Edgewater neighborhood, Klaw will revive Miami’s Historic Women’s Club to its former grandeur with interior design by world-renowned designer Martin Brudnizki Design Studio. Klaw will span across three floors in the grand Spanish Renaissance building encompassing a grand dining room with massive colonial-arched windows, private dining space, a theater kitchen and Edgewater’s only rooftop bar overlooking Biscayne Bay.
Estiatorio Ornos
Estiatorio Ornos has a wonderful outdoor patio dining space reminiscent of the Mediterranean. The award-winning MINA Group’s Ornos brings to life the sensory pleasures of a trip to the Greek Isles – the delectable fresh fish, beloved Mediterranean specialties, and genuine Greek hospitality – in an approachable, friendly environment everyone can enjoy. Lead by award-winning Chef Michael Mina and Las Vegas’ dynamic duo, Girair “Jerry” Goumroian and Chef Nikolaos Georgousis, the 160-seat neighborhood restaurant is set to transport guests back to the Mediterranean with daily specials, curated menus with simple and authentic dishes, Mykonos-inspired soundtrack and Greek-inspired décor. Estiatorio Ornos’ menu features a wide selection of fresh fish from Greek waters’ such as a lavraki (imported sea bass), fagri (Mediterranean snapper), astakos (lobster), and includes a raw bar displaying oysters, calamari, and octopus, as well as several popular, traditional items such as lemon chicken, lamb shoulder, and separately, classic spreads such as tarama carp roe caviar, tzatziki, hummus, and melizanosalata (roasted eggplant).
MR CHOW
Even given the past tumultuous year for the hospitality industry, MR CHOW continues to reign as one of the area’s most iconic restaurants to dine, imbibe and be seen for more than a decade, and it isn’t hard to see why. Located directly on the beach in the “W” Hotel in South Beach, the venue features plentiful options for outdoor dining with private rooms and a dining patio, apart from its indoor seating, bar and lounge. This upscale, fashionable hotspot for authentic Beijing fare has a menu featuring one of the best prepared Beijing Duck in the world, Chicken Satay, MR CHOW Noodles and Ma Mignon for patrons to enjoy underneath a stunning 123-foot Gold-leaf and Swarovski crystal chandelier designed by Michael Chow himself. Foodies know there are few other places in the Miami area that will satisfy and tickle all senses like MR CHOW, which is why its loyal international clients return dine-after-dine for the perfect combination of art, fashion, music and, of course, cuisine.
Buya Izakaya + Yakitori
From the creators of KYU and new to the Miami food scene, BUYA Izakaya + Yakitori is a casual Japanese eatery which opened in fall of 2020. This all-day eatery serves up Japanese Soul food from its open kitchen, where shareable dishes like Short Rib Ramen, Tempura Beech Mushroom, Bao buns and Karaage Chicken are grilled over charcoal. In the style of an informal pub, BUYA is adorned with tons of trinkets from numerous travels, a hand-painted graffiti mural and even features a secret cocktail garden. With sake and cocktail ninjas available, BUYA is open for lunch, dinner, happy hour and brunch, making it one of the trendiest places to grab a bite in Wynwood. With outdoor dining now available, guests can enjoy some of the best Asian food Miami has to offer amongst the bustling streets of Wynwood for a lively experience.
