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Miami’s best brunch spots split three ways: waterfront buffets (Casadonna, Amara at Paraiso, Bagatelle Miami River), rooftop and lively scenes (Doya, R House Wynwood), and neighborhood sit-down spots (Zuma, The Henry, Sofia). Most run Saturday or Sunday between 11am and 4pm, with bottomless drink packages averaging $50–$100 per person over two hours.
Waterfront & Outdoor
Casadonna’s Brunch on the Bay
The waterfront buffet from Groot Hospitality and Tao Group covers pastries, a raw bar, sushi, an omelet station, and mains like prime rib and chicken and waffles, plus a two-hour drink package. Dock and dine is available for boaters coming in off the bay. Price: $98pp · Times: Sundays, 11am–3pm · Book: casadonnamiami.com
Casadonna
Riviera Italian in the restored Woman's Club, with the best waterfront terrace in Edgewater. Go at sunset. Sit outside.
Amara at Paraiso (Edgewater)
Miami’s quintessential waterfront dining destination Amara at Paraiso by James Beard award winning Chef Michael Schwartz is raising the bar with a new weekend tradition that will rival any feast. Experience Latin inspired dishes in a breathtaking buffet setting surrounded by a tropical oasis overlooking unparalleled views of Biscayne Bay.
Amara at Paraiso
Michael Schwartz cooking over a wood fire, with the bay close enough to hear.
Bagatelle Miami River (Miami River)
“Brunch Me Up” is Bagatelle’s new bottomless champagne brunch, a three-course prix-fixe with four champagne tiers running from a non-alcoholic package up to Dom Pérignon. Truffle croque-monsieur and steak and eggs anchor the menu. Price: $80–$290pp · Times: Sundays, 12–3pm · Book: bagatelle.com/venues/bagatelle-miami-river
Elia on the River (Miami River)
Bottomless brunch with a live jazz band and coastal Italian plates, the Lobster Benedict and Cacio e Pepe are the ones to order. Times: Saturdays & Sundays
Elia on the River
Perfect dining hotspot to savor Italian dishes while taking in the stunning views of the Miami River
Baia Beach Club (South Beach)
Mediterranean brunch at the Mondrian with a seafood tower and a Fried Jidori Chicken and Waffles plate worth the trip alone. Bottomless Whispering Angel and mimosas run $35. Times: Saturdays & Sundays · Menu: baiabeachclubmiami.com
Rusty Pelican (Key Biscayne)
Skyline views across the bay with a straightforward brunch menu. Go for the view, stay for whichever seafood dish is on special.
Lido Bayside Grill (Miami Beach)
At The Standard Spa, Mediterranean-leaning and health-conscious: Brunch Salad, Vegan Brekkie Sandwich, a rotating Daily Quiche. Chicken and waffles and Monkey Bread cover the indulgent end. Times: Saturday–Sunday, 10am–4pm · Menu: lidobayside.com/menu
Seaspice Brasserie & Lounge (Miami River)
Riverfront and buzzy, with a Mediterranean tapas brunch that leans more scene than sit-down meal.
Lively & Unique Atmospheres
R House Wynwood (Wynwood)
Home to Miami’s weekend Drag Brunch, chef-driven Latin plates from Rocco Carulli plus live performances in an art-filled room. Newer additions include burgers alongside the usual share plates and steaks. Book: R House Wynwood
Jaya at the Setai (South Beach)
A courtyard brunch with international stations, sushi, and crêpes made to order, plus a Spritz Bar and a DJ set that leans Parisian electro-lounge. Price: $105 adults / $75 kids (5–12) · Times: Saturdays, 11:15am–3pm Location: 2001 Collins Ave, Miami Beach · Contact: (855) 923-7899
Red Rooster Overtown (Overtown)
The Gospel Brunch pairs a live gospel performance with Jerk Smoked Salmon Toast and Biscuits and Gravy from Marcus Samuelsson’s kitchen. Times: Sundays, 10am–3pm Location: 920 NW 2nd Ave · Contact: (305) 640-9880
Nikki Beach (South Beach)
Amazing Sundays Brunch runs live carving stations (rotisserie chicken, black Angus prime, picanha) plus omelet, waffle, and sushi stations on the sand. Price: $85pp · Times: Sundays, 11am–4pm Location: 1 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach
Nikki Beach Miami Beach
South Beach's original beach club, where long lunches turn into sunset champagne and nobody seems to be in a hurry.
Rooftop & Indulgent
Yamashiro Miami (Downtown)
The rooftop at the Gale Hotel just refreshed its brunch for summer: a 32oz fire-grilled wagyu porterhouse, yuzu-miso black cod, and new nigiri including wagyu and foie gras. The Yamashiro Burger and tableside matcha cart are still on the menu for anyone who wants to keep it simple. Times: Sundays, 11:30am–4pm
Yamashiro Miami
The most theatrical rooftop in Downtown — order narrow, book 7:30, and don't leave the floor at 10.
MILA (South Beach)
Mediterranean and Asian-inspired rooftop plates, truffle scrambled eggs and wagyu sliders are the standouts.
Torno Subito (Downtown Miami)
Massimo Bottura’s Amacord Brunch turns Italian classics playful, terrace seating with live music and skyline views. Times: Sundays, 12–3pm
Sexy Fish (Brickell)
Sexy Sunday Brunch runs unlimited starters (Smoked Salmon Bao, Prawn Tempura) and a full sushi station, DJ included. Location: 1001 South Miami Ave · Book: sexyfishmiami.com · (305) 889-7888
Classic & Comfort
The Henry (Brickell)
Chef Orlando Arroyo’s brunch menu at Brickell City Centre covers Short-Rib Potstickers, a Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, and a Wagyu Cheeseburger. The ventanita out front serves coffee and pastries daily from 7am if you just need caffeine.
Sofia (Design District)
A la carte Italian brunch from INK Entertainment’s Stuart Cameron, Bruschetta Al Pomodoro and Toast Con Avocado lead the menu. The Sunday Rosé Brunch adds two hours of bottomless La Fête Rosé for $50pp. Times: Sundays, 11:30am–3:30pm (rosé brunch runs to 4:30pm) Location: 140 NE 39th St #133 · Contact: (786) 220-0225
Zuma Miami (Downtown)
A Japanese izakaya brunch on the Miami River with tiered pairings from Classic ($98) up to Dom Pérignon ($328), each including a welcome caviar tin. Kids’ menu is $58.
Zuma Miami
The Miami River classic that proved waterfront dining could be both serious and fun.
Mirabella (Miami Beach)
Michael White’s coastal Italian brunch at the Fontainebleau, Lobster Benedict and a salumi and mozzarella station carry the menu. Times: 11am–2:30pm
ADRIFT Mare (Brickell)
25th floor of Hotel AKA, a Crudo and Salad buffet plus a live oyster station and a Bloody Mary cart infused with duck confit. Kids’ buffet is $45. Price: $98pp
Zucca (Coral Gables)
Ground floor of the Hotel St. Michel, Italian prix-fixe brunch (seven appetizers, main, dessert) at $59pp with a bottomless prosecco add-on at $20/hour. Times: Sundays, 12–4pm
For Specific Cuisines/Vibes
- Phuc Yea (Little Haiti / Lemon City): Vietnamese-inspired brunch, crispy croissant French toast and a breakfast banh mi.
- Cafe Americano (Miami Beach): Classic American breakfast staples, straightforward.
- Ariete (Coconut Grove): Inventive, well-executed plates, less scene than most on this list.
- Toku (Aventura): Prix fixe brunch mixing dim sum with Asian-inspired brunch dishes.
That’s the current lineup. Bookmark this one, it gets updated as brunch menus change.
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