Beautiful little waterfront (canal) spot hidden in condo building. Service, food, drinks were all top notch! Outdoor seating plentiful in really nice setting; indoors is small but comfortable. Full bar with on point drinks. read more

I went to this restaurant on March 19, 2026, after a really difficult day. I just wanted to relax with my girlfriend, enjoy a few glasses of wine, and have a good meal but, the experience was extremely disappointing. The service, in particular, was frustrating. While we were still enjoying our appetizer, the waitress kept coming back to our table every few minutes at least 8 to 10 times pressuring us to order our main course. It made us feel rushed and uncomfortable instead of relaxed. At one point, around 9:02 pm, she even mentioned that the kitchen was closing, even though the restaurant closes at 10 pm. That completely took away from the experience. We couldn't even enjoy our dinner properly. As soon as we finished, she brought the check right away without offering dessert or coffee, which made it feel like we were being pushed out. Overall, it was a very disappointing experience, especially given the kind of evening we were hoping for. Unfortunately, this is not a place I would return to. read more

Found the little restaurant, which is attached to a large mid-Beach condo, when we were in Miami a day ahead of a cruise. We were able to catch the free trolley from our accommodations to the cafe. Most of us hadn't eaten since breakfast due to a long travel day so we were hungry and ready for an early dinner. We greeted by the friendly staff and quickly had our cold cocktails. Two friends decided on a pineapple margaritas but they both thought there was something off with the drink. Perhaps the pineapple juice? It wasn't very busy since we weee there on the early side. The drinks (watermelon cosmo $16 + $4 grey goose & Casamigos resposado with club soda $22) were good but pricey in our minds. My husband and I split a grilled pompano meal ($ 46.00) l. Our starter, guacamole with homemade chips (stale), didn't arrive until after the entree. The portion sizes were also a tad small. We sat outside on the patio with a view of the canal behind the building. The view of the sun setting over the obviously expensive mansions was relaxing. read more

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Excellent food with beautiful outdoor patios. The fries were super crispy and fish were very fresh. The staff was very friendly and service was great. Very enjoyable lunch. read more

Cafe Bernie - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

For those of us that live in the 305 this time of year is the ideal Tome dine al fresco and this is a prime spot. It sits on the intercostal canal so you see water and all the waterfront homes. The food skews towards elevated latin (Cuban, Argentinian etc) but you will find burgers and sandwiches too. I had this wonderful steak perfectly cooked served with tostones and a nice aioli. Excellent meal read more

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This insider Mid-Beach Miami restaurant on the water doesn't need to advertise. It's the go-to for those locals with winter homes in high rise glass condos high above the ocean on sterile streets. It's a probably designed for someone to go a few times a week. Wish I could. A wry pro staff in a spot most will never find. read more

Cafe Bernie - they get it - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

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Great service and by the water. We sat under the canopy and it was beautiful. I got the goat cheese salad and it was wonderful.

This was such a lovely, relaxed atmosphere in which to have dinner. The menu is quite varied - spans American dishes to tacos on Tuesday to Cuban-inspired. I actually had the burger and it was great! It is located on the ground floor in the back of the condo building. So, if you are like me and confused when you arrive, just go into the building and tell them you are there to go to Cafe Bernie and they will have you sign in and then point you in the right direction! ;-) read more

Lunch at Bernie's! Ate outdoors on the patio. Very hungry due to my first full day at a residence on 5445 Colllins street and having had no breakfast. Quite a nice experience. I was offered a small bowl of fried plantain chips initially. It is rare that a restaurant offers anything "on the house." It was taco Tuesday! There were several tacos offered, skirt steak, grouper, mahi mahi, pork and vegetarian. My crispy shrimp taco was an excellent blend of flavors. It was truly outstanding. For my beverage I had an iced tea which was very nice as well. Glad I decided to try this place. read more

Cafe Bernie - Crispy Shrimp Taco - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

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This place is a must visit on Mid beach!!! Fantastic! Everything we ordered was so so good. The tuna tartare was one of the best I have had. The mahi sandwich was very well seasoned. The lobster roll had so much lobster in it!! We will be goin back again and I honestly can't wait. I also forgot to mention the stunning views of the water. read more

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Great food, great service , great view! This hidden gem is located in a condo building, but once you get there, you won't regret it. The staff were fantastic, They were attentive and really hospitable. Overall, I would come back to place. read more

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Another winner for awesome food delivered with great service. Nice little place right on the intracoastal with patio seating. Jackie was the icing on the cake that made for a great experience. Cocktails were perfectly prepared as was every dish; ceviche, avocado salad, red snapper fish and chips and pompano. The seafood linguine fra Diablo was fantastic, loaded with mussels, scallops, shrimp and calamari in a spice sauce. We will be back!! read more

Cafe Bernie - Seafood linguini Fra Diablo - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

Seafood Chowder GREAT! Booth was buttery and great. Baguette slices were also good. We had the seafood Salpicon De Mariscos starter VERY GOOD. Olive oil base - excellent. The main course was Linguine with Shimp, Calimaria, Scallops and Muscles in a spicy red cream sauce was very good and well prepared. ALEX TOOK VERY GOOD CARE OF US. GREAT EXPERIENCE AND FOOD. read more

Cafe Bernie - Salpicon De Mariscos - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

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This place was fabulous-- highly recommend! Service was spectacular, view was lovely, food was excellent. Will return every time I visit Miami. read more

Amazing food! Very competent and nice service. Has the Niçoise salad with salmon but our group shared so I also w joyed Mahi sandwich and fried snapper and chips. Nice outdoor seating. Highly recommend! read more

Café Bernie checks all the boxes for an excellent dining experience. This is a Miami Beach restaurant that is a must try for everyone. The water views from the comfort of the large canopy or the umbrella fitted tables on the water's edge are wonderful. With the sun setting and a nice breeze wafting in, I can't think of any better place to be for dinner. The fantastic menu holds many scrumptious selections. The Seafood Stuffed Avocado is a must have. Whether it's the Lobster Dinner Special or the Churrasco Steak, you will find something to please. From seafood to a burger, from dessert to drinks, everything leaves the kitchen to your table hot, fresh, and artfully presented. Lastly, the staff exemplifies all the hallmarks of fine hospitality. We were greeted at the door, welcomed in, and escorted to our table. Rikki, our waiter, excelled in every way. One of the managers, Grant, did a satisfaction check on us mid meal. At meal's end, we were fully satisfied and left with smiles and a cheerful good bye from the staff. This is the kind of dining experience you deserve, so try Café Bernie. You will be thrilled that you did. read more

Cafe Bernie - Seafood Stuffed Avacado - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

Service was spectacular and fast. The fried chicken sandwich was delicious as was the shrimp tacos. Coffee was amazing too. Flan topped off the experience. 100% recommended! read more

Wine on the water Wednesday. Service was friendly and tentative and the view was pretty awesome sipping on wine. read more

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I've lived across the street from Bernie's for 20 years. Not only is the food incredible, the hospitality is beyond. Omar is a professional. Grant, a mixologist, will always GRANT you whatever you desire - even the strangest of requests. The environment is empirically incomparable, on the water, facing Cheryl. Now, if you're blessed enough to Cheryl, you will feel at home! read more

My experience here was def top notch... the food was delicious, service was impeccable, and the views were phenomenal! Will def be back!

We had a horrible experience here last night. The service was awful and we waited over an hour for our dinner which was inedible when it finally arrived. The staff barely recognized the problem but did finally admit that one of the chefs quit mid shift. read more

Hidden away in the lobby of a condo building is a little oasis of waterfront dining with a view of the Intracoastal Waterway and tasty tropical dishes. I'd seen Cafe Bernie's mentioned on another Miami Beach social media page and had a chance to stop by for a quick weekday dinner. You drop your car off at valet (or rideshare) then sign in at the front desk. There is inside dining space but try to access their waterside patio for your bites. (I heard they also have a weekend brunch menu) Niko my server was super friendly and on-point with suggestions. After ordering a chilled glass of Pinot noir and enjoying some complementary mariquitas (green plantain chips), I ordered straight from the main course. (Yes, I previously researched the menu). Although their menu seems to emphasize seafood, their beef courses are just as yummy. Personally, my dinner was their deliciously messy and sticky guava bbq ribs. Served with a side of basmati rice rice & a dish of black beans (frijoles negros), these are the kind of ribs you eat by hand at a picnic or your favorite sports bar with a generous lather of tangy sweet guava bbq sauce. Your fingers will get sticky - even though you're in a nice condo go ahead and lick them. Yes the ribs are that good! (They do have lemon scented hand wipes to clean your hands and phone screen). I also enjoyed an extra side of lightly crispy & thick yucca fries with ketchup. A slice of pistachio-dusted & whipped cream garnish key lime pie with a thin graham crust and lime scented jigglyness closed out my meal. This is definitely a find if you're in midbeach and want to enjoy a flavorful yet relaxing dinner. read more

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It's been almost three years and I'm beyond excited to say that it was a perfect meal again!!! Today we had the brunch and just out of this world! Normally I don't care for a fried fish sandwich but this was outstanding. Light and flakey grouper . Not greasy. Great! The mango shrimp was amazing as always and we even enjoyed the yuca fries; first time I've had moist yuca fries. Consistency Bernie's is one of the best experiences in Miami Beach!!! read more

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I made reservations to have dinner at Cafe Bernie for my bday! When I say I enjoyed everything here! The owner Bernie greeted me at the door and treated me so nice my entire time there. The restaurant was packed and he made sure I was seated outside to view the oceanfront as I requested. My food was delicious , I ordered the shrimp scampi and the fish and chips (red snapper bites). My waiter and all the staff were very friendly! I even came on a good night they happened to have a fashion show and live DJ! I will definitely return to visit Bernie's when I return to Miami! Thank you Bernie!!!!! read more

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Super friendly service and fresh, creative dishes with a very Miami vibe. Also, you can't beat the sunset view from the traquil setting!

Service is fantastic and food is very good with sizable portions. The outdoor dining area is lovely with a beautiful view. Came here twice on my vacation. Would visit again! read more

Cafe Bernie - Fish special - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

My chicken sandwich here was absolutely amazing. So we were staying down the road and didn't want to eat at our hotel. Fun fact, the bike path leads to more hotels and condominiums. I thought there would be cute little cafes or bistros or some sort of food place and no. Nothing. My SIL saw this place and at first we were confused where it was located. Across the street, inside a condominium building. Parked our bikes, signed in at the front desk, walked past some beautiful & very expensive art work and found the restaurant! Chose to sit outside since the weather was prefect. Friendly staff, fabulous food and some maintenance work being done on the building. But to be honest most of Miami looked like it was being renovated. Definitely get here for a bite! read more

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The mango shrimp are amazing!!! Service was amazing as well over all great experience! read more

Food - 10/10 Service - 10/10 Ambiance / Views - 12/10 !!! This is such a cute brunch spot located inside of a condo building. You get to enjoy your food right at the waterfront. It feels private and quiet but the vibe is incredible. You get to see these huge mansions from this restaurant. The staff is so friendly and provided us with vegetarian options. Definitely recommend this place for a quick brunch before heading to south beach! read more

Cafe Bernie - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

Awesome ambiance, location and food. Staff was super nice and provided excellent personal service. Recommended!

Everything is perfect at Cafe Bernie Ambiance is the best in town Service is excellent Food is exquisite Last night I had the Gazpacho soup, it is the best Gazpacho I have ever had.......congratulations!!! Keep the good work read more

Charming small venue with scenic views of the Intracoastal. We tried the Lobster Roll, but it was served in a hamburger bun instead of the traditional roll, and while it wasn't bad, it didn't wow us. The Lobster Quesadilla fared better in terms of flavor. Unfortunately, service was slow, and the restaurant seemed understaffed--it took about 25 minutes just to get our bill. Also, keep in mind that valet parking is not validated, so expect an additional $ for that. read more

Cafe Bernie - Venue - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

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Good food, slow service, nice view. I'd go back if I was in the area but wouldn't go out of my way to eat here again.

Delicious and great value. This cafe is in a condo and you need to pay for valet. The food was amazing and huge portions. The red snapper fish and chips was crispy and juicy. The banana and chocolate chip pancakes was amazing. It's big, moist and has a nice crust. The tuna tartar looked amazing and so did the Bloody Mary, but we didn't have it. Looking forward to our next visit read more

The food is excellent, the help is outstanding, courteous and friendly!! we go to Café Bernie's, at least once a week!!

Food was mediocre. Had an avocado salad ... It was small, wilted and tasteless Cuban sandwich very disappointing after being recommended. Save your money & time ... Better places to go in Miami Beach !!! read more

I've only been here for lunches. Both myself and whoever I'm with always loves Cafe Bernie. This is a very unassuming location. You have to pay for valet parking ($5+tip) unless you're strolling in on foot. If you're staying in the area and want a quiet place to enjoy a nice lunch at a good price...walk on in. This is your place. I highly recommend, as your meal, their famous seafood chowder. It's very filling. What I've also done is split their Cubanazo sandwich (which is amazing) with someone and you'll be perfectly full. Their drinks and desserts are ok. I'm more about the food, and the food here does it for me. The service and cleanliness here is always amazing. Figure you'll spend $35/pp for lunch including tax and tip. read more

Cafe Bernie - Our Famous Seafood Chowder Soup I had this on January 21, 2022...and yes...still amazing - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Miami Beach, Florida

Nice calm and simple place. Good for a chill family dinner. The food was good and well made. I recommend if you want a nice simple dinner. Service was good and very considerate we were about 20 minutes late to our reservation and they had absolutely no issue with it. read more

This spot is a hidden gem! It's located in a condo building, we weren't sure we were at the right address first. But they offer free valet with validation from the restaurant, which is unheard of on the beach. Great atmosphere on the water. Friendly service. Drinks were on point, I'd recommend the espresso martini. Food was delicious, everyone in our group loved their meal. I got the chowder which was mouth watering, didn't leave a single spoonful behind. Will definitely be returning for more. read more

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Another fantastic, delicious meal at Café Bernie. Our wait staff Jackie was the best--extremely attentive, super friendly and efficient. It is a beautiful place, overlooking Indian Creek. No table outside has a bad view. I take all of my out-of-town guests to Café Bernie and they love it! In fact, we plan to go tomorrow for Taco Tuesdays! read more