Fooq's is Back and Better Than Ever This place is like Persian influenced modern American menu. We started the evening at the bar while waiting for our party, sipping on the Cosmic Martini which has vodka, pomegranate, calamansi, and pineapple .. so refreshing and well balanced cocktail. For starters, we shared the Mezze Sampler with muhammara, tahini eggplant, and spicy feta served alongside homemade za'atar bread which the bread itself was to die for. It was the kind of opener that makes the table go quiet for a few minutes, and that's always a good sign. For the table, we shared the Jurgielewicz Half Chicken , the Winterfrost Wagyu Picanha with pineapple relish .. which was a little on the fattier side but still deeply flavorful and satisfying alongside the Cavatelli pasta with duck sausage ragù. And then think of it as Fooq's elevated take on pizza, The Tomato Pide topped with sumac onion, stracciatella, and Calabrian chili. The contrast of creamy and heat on that one was chef's kiss. We closed the night on a high note with the Manchego Cheesecake and the whole table landed on the Pistachio Martini as the after dinner drink of choice. Vodka, Borghetti espresso liqueur, cold brew, and pistachio ... indulgent, smooth, and dangerously easy to finish. And ilast but not least of the night calls for it, head upstairs to Lion's Den for an inviting after hours escape that's a destination in its own right. read more

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I had to think about this one for a little bit. The friends I had dinner with were great. The aesthetics are wonderful, very modern and with dim lighting. It's perfect for either a date or a classy hangout. Service was also great, from being escorted upstairs at the end of the evening to the Lions Den speakeasy/upstairs, as well as our weakness, giving me a heads up on the food and allergies. And therein lies my concern. Besides the items specifically labeled with shrimp, our waitress told me that some of the fish sauce, and thus limiting my options from already a smallish menu. I was able to find someone that I liked and didn't unalive me :) The bar at the front, was a great way to ease into the night with their Cosmic martini. I also enjoyed a couple of those at our table. After checking with our server, we enjoyed the dip and appetizer sampler. My absolute favorite was the pomegranate-based Muhamarrah. It balances sweet and spicy well. The spicy feta and hummus were also delicious, especially with the fluffy bread they served. We ordered the picanha, which supposedly had a fish sauce so I did not try. The chicken was good, if a little on the fatty side. Their sourdough pide - basically Persian style pizza - it was a clear winner for me. We also tried their manchego cheesecake with strawberry topping. I would say that it's great for the vibes, appetizers, and drinks; I'd come back for that. read more

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Fooq's is the latest hot spot to go to in Miami so we thought we would try it also. It's an elegant restaurant with romantic decor and an attention-getting tree that is lit up in red lights! The guests were mostly couples on dates. Very few singles. Nice music and there was a bar upstairs also. Comfortable seating indoors and outdoors. Lots of lovely foliage. We loved it. The only minus is that the railroad tracks are right next to the outdoor seating and when the Brightline train comes racing by, it is super loud for a while as it drives past. There is a concrete barrier up but it doesn't really help so be prepared if it happens. Our server was Greg, a nice and knowledgeable man who helped us with the menu. We picked their signature dish, the Persian Pepper Chitarra, which is a pasta that's tossed in a sauce built from roasted local peppers, fire-roasted garlic, a hint of chili heat, and finished with crushed peppers. It was delicious. To accompany that, we ordered the tender and tasty Winter Frost Picanha steak. Yummy! Fries and Whipped Feta as our sides. Everything was very good. There was one mishap when the server brought out their birthday cheesecake slice for my daughter and he placed the candle with its holder inside the cake improperly. After she blew out the candle, the server removed the candle but left the holder inside the cake unbeknownst to us and when my daughter bit into the cake, the holder cracked her tooth! That was very painful for her for several days. We had a very nice time there and would go back in the future. We would not go during our birthdays (wink). read more

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I am an old Fooq's fan; it's been a long time since their downtown spot existed; I'm excited it's back! I cannot stop talking about my recent experience! Fooq's is not just back, this spot is absolutely amazing from the exterior to the "welcome room" with standup bar to the tour of the outdoor area to outdoor dining to the sexy interior... I was thrown! Our time was 5:30 because that's the only time we could get for weeks. We decided to sit inside, I felt the air blowing on my shoulder, our top notch waiter, Rashawn, advised not to worry because they have blankets! Rashawn is an expert on the dishes offered and could explain, in detail, ingredients and preparation. That where staff training comes into play. The menu is Persian and exciting! We went with the Fooq's Feast ($95 p/p, there were 3 of us) an amazing offering. We selected the snapper as our choice of 3 proteins offered. Number of proteins depends on party size. Our starter was a Wagyu tartar (absolutely killer taste), each of us was served a tiny morsel. They brought out the burnt eggplant tomato and the Ranch Mast O'Kiar (reminds me of a delish taziki) served with their, straight out the oven, homemade za'atar bread. That bread is a 10/10 and so were both dips! A beautiful, filling salade verte enhanced by sliver thin slices of beets; every leaf was dressed with an ever so slightly tangy light vinaigrette. I was super impressed with the salad... we each had more and left nothing...not even a tiny leaf, in the bowl! On to our entree, let me start with this was an 12 out of 10! A whole Florida red snapper outrageously season covered with olives and caper berries and I don't know what else! I'm sure there was sumac and accompanied by their Persian crispy rice tahdig (which translates to the bottom of the pot) (8/10), pommes Fifi (5/10) and, to top the rice (Rashawn explained that's the proper way to eat) the Lamb Ghormeh Sabzi a hearty lamb stew with red beans and was definitely a 8/10. I loved, loved my dinner, the entire dining experience was top shelf! The attention paid by Rashawn and the team that backed him up, including Zak, the beverage manager, to the young man who found a young "official" to explain the beef aging process I am so happy to have dined there on April Fools Day, this was clearly no joke, Fooq's is here in search of that Michelin star and I know it will be coming soon! All three of us will definitely be back. As for me, it will be sooner, rather than later. We tried to book a table for 5 this week they had no availability until the 15! read more

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We were greeted by a warm and friendly staff and seated outside on the patio for an early Saturday dinner. It wasn't too busy when we arrived, but as the evening went on, the dinner rush started rolling in. The restaurant has such a beautiful Persian and French-inspired atmosphere that made the whole experience feel special. One tip -- definitely wear bug spray if you plan to sit outside because the mosquitos will find you! Thankfully, our server kindly offered us some, which was such a thoughtful touch. The mezze platter was excellent. My favorite was the green goddess dip, but we also loved the pomegranate molasses and hummus. The pita bread was warm, soft, and perfect for dipping into everything. We also ordered the Wagyu picanha served with pineapple relish, and it was perfectly cooked and full of flavor. The Brussels sprouts were another standout dish. The staff was attentive throughout the meal and even told us about the rooftop bar that opens at 9 PM. Overall, we had a wonderful experience and will definitely be back read more

Fooq's - Brussels sprouts - Mediterranean Near Me - Miami, Florida

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What an incredible experience we had at Fooq's! The space is beautiful, with indoor and outdoor seating. We sat outside and enjoyed the gorgeous weather on the covered patio. I was super impressed with the cocktails and drinks, everything was made perfectly. All of the food was incredible. The steak is worth every penny and was cooked perfectly. Highly recommend the brussell sprouts as well. To top it off, the service was fantastic. Our server was so kind and made sure we were taken care of all night. We finished the night upstairs at Lion's Den, which had great music and a fun, intimate vibe. Add Fooq's to your list immediately for a delicious and fun night out. read more

Fooq's - Mediterranean Near Me - Miami, Florida

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Fooq's venue is sexy and stylish; high ceilings, dim lighting, and edgy color accents make the space feel both polished and a little provocative without trying too hard. The bread that comes with dips was so good it deserves its own mention. The lamb pide was beautifully seasoned without being too overpowering. The wagyu picanha was another highlight: rich and flavorful, not too fatty. One minor hiccup was the pacing. The kitchen initially sent plates out a bit too quickly, but once we mentioned it, the service adjusted smoothly. This was the opening week so totally understandable. Between the vibe and the food, it's the kind of place I definitely want to return to. read more

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Four of visited this restaurant for my wife's birthday dinner. We ordered the Chef's Feast - a selection of several small dishes (very small dishes!) except the fish dish that was generous in size. At $95 per serving we expected plenty of delicious food. We got a mix of good and not so delicious food. In particular the ghormeh sabzi was very disappointing. Crusti rice (Tahdig) was nicely done but with wrong type of rice. (I recommend using basmati rice). The beverages and in particular the wine choices are significantly overpriced. The service was adequate. Btw, they never acknowledged the birthday event despite my request at reservation point. The ambiance in the patio is nice if you can tolerate the loud crossing of commuter trains right outside the patio. Did I say everything is overpriced in this restaurant and discouraging to return. read more

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My husband and I came to this Persian inspired restaurant for dinner. This is in a location I had never been to before and isn't really convenient to other parts of Miami I typically stay in or go out to eat. We had a good experience, with my favorites being the Koobideh, and Tadig and French fries. The cheesecake was also very good. A lot of items were able to be made or were already gluten free for my husband who has celiac. I'm not sure if this is worth a specific detour, but if the location is not a factor for you, it was a good meal with good service and a nice wine selection. What I don't appreciate with certain miami restaurants is the tipping - we know that 20% service charge is already included and we had booked through Dorsia - don't try to trick us to add more tip (especially an additional 20%) that is really off putting. read more

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Amazing food good vibes lovely service my only complaint is the portion of the kebab we ordered the filet kebab and were expecting a normal "Persian" style long kebab it was so so small. It was a skewer.But otherwise it was very tasty!! And I would recommend!!! read more

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Persian should avoid coming to this restaurant. I would give negative 5 rating for Persian food, food was TOO SALTY AND KABAB WAS RUBER .

I was a fan of Fooq's when it was located on Miami Ave in the entertainment district. I went to the new location on 73rd street yesterday and I was blown away. The food was awesome, the decor was trendy and the service was very attentive. We had several dishes and they all were tasty and flavorful. I cants wait to come back and visit the club / lounge upstairs. read more

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Everything was perfect. Beautiful place, great good and amazing service. Will be back!

Food was great, only problem you can't request to sit indoors, and though the outside is nice a train comes by every 20 minutes

First the best.. Service.. amazing.. Food.. good.. not great.. for example.. if you are serving Iranian kebap.. it must come with rice.. can not be 'naked'.. Ambience.. nice.. matches with the cuisine.. no.. indeed, Fooq's has to make a decision about what is its 'concept'. Is it a steak house? Is it Persian? The decor does not fit for Persian at all .. neither the music... actually music does not fit anything.. while we were there at least 3 different types of music played.. none made sense honestly.. We were big fans of old Fooq's.. were very sad when it was closed.. we got very excited about the new one but it has nothing to do with the old.. doesn't even have the great hamburger anymore!!! They did not have to go through all this effort and cost to come up with this new establishment.. repeating the old in much simpler way than the current one would have been enough. read more

A great experience from making the reservation to entering with the beautiful bar to the gorgeous room. We ate inside, but will consider the outside space the next time. We were early for our reservation, but were seated immediately. Drinks and food were excellent. We had 4 people and we all had different dishes and a few side dishes and we all tasted everything. The bread with the dip for an appetizer is the best, we could not stop eating it. We had chicken and lamb kabobs and 2 people shared the duck and all were delicious. The desert of yogurt with chocolate is great to share. Service was great, not too much but someone was always available if you needed something. Everyone was friendly and capable. It was also nice to see the open kitchen and all the activity. If you do go, make a reservation in advance as the room filled up pretty quickly. We talked to a few other diners who were there for the first time and all said they would definitely go back. read more

The Wagyu Picanha was to die for! Perfect portion size. Very attentive service. Lovely interior. Crisp espresso martini.

We recently celebrated my husband's birthday at Fooqs in Little Haiti, and I have very mixed feelings about our experience. I made the reservation online and noted it was his birthday. I don't recall being asked about indoor or outdoor seating -- and I would not have chosen outside unless clearly offered as an option. We arrived about 15 minutes early. One host warmly acknowledged my husband's birthday, which was lovely, and asked us to wait at the bar. At the indoor bar (which was nearly empty), we stood over five minutes without acknowledgment before the bartender said, "I'll be with you shortly." We eventually got drinks and sat outside near the lounge area. The space is absolutely beautiful. The weather was perfect, and the music was unlike anywhere else in Miami -- great energy, yet you could still have a conversation. The ambiance is truly special. At our reservation time, a host hesitantly called my name, and I had to flag her down. There seems to be no clear system for locating guests when tables are ready. Despite the restaurant being fairly empty, we were seated outside without being asked for our preference. Our water server was excellent -- attentive and professional. Our waiter, however, seemed overwhelmed. We were told dishes would come in courses, but almost everything arrived at once. There was no sense of proper pacing. Some staff dropped plates without a word. Two young men stood out because they beautifully described the dishes before placing them down -- along with the water server, they were the highlights of the service. I wish they wore name tags because they deserve recognition. Unfortunately, other moments felt careless -- reaching across guests and nearly knocking over drinks. An older staff member squeezed between tables while serving, and I had to quickly move my glass to prevent it from being hit. The table next to us waited a long time for food and expressed frustration. When the manager offered them drinks, they replied they needed their food, not more alcohol. The interaction did not project leadership or control. Training is clearly needed. There was also a heater directly behind my husband burning the back of his neck. We had to ask twice to have it turned off. Now, the most important part: the food was absolutely exceptional. This is food crafted by a chef, not a cook -- there is a difference. The flavors, creativity, and presentation were outstanding. Because of that, the staff must understand they are presenting a chef's work. It's part of the experience. Dishes should be introduced and placed with care -- not simply dropped on a table. When we asked for the check, a pizza we hadn't received suddenly arrived. We asked to remove it and just bring the bill. I wanted to try dessert, but by then we were exhausted. Beautiful space. Incredible music. Outstanding food. But the service -- aside from three standout team members -- needs serious organization and training. I truly hope they refine the front-of-house operations, because the chef's talent deserves service that matches the cuisine. read more

Birthday dinner with the girls at Fooq's and everything delivered. The ambiance is warm, intimate, and stylish--elevated without being pretentious. Service was dialed in and genuinely warm, but the food and drinks really stole the show. The cocktails were creative, well-balanced, and clearly thought through--not just pretty. Every dish felt intentional, beautifully plated, and full of flavor. A spot that takes food seriously without feeling stuffy. Perfect for a celebratory dinner and absolutely worth a return visit. read more

The food was excellent , it was a wonderful experience. The service and ambiance was great. Our waiter (David) explained all the dishes to us and he was excellent!! read more

Fooq's in Little River is hands down one of the most exciting new restaurant openings Miami has seen in a while. The food is exceptional -- creative, soulful, and executed with real care by a kitchen that clearly knows what it's doing. The vibe strikes that perfect balance of elevated yet welcoming, making it ideal for date night, a group dinner, or really any occasion. Service is attentive and polished without feeling stiff -- the kind of experience that keeps you coming back. And if you're not ready to call it a night, head straight upstairs to Lion's Den to keep the good times going. read more