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    Hutong

    3.7 (527 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndChinese, Cocktail Bars, Seafood
    Closed • 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
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    RED LANTERN  65  Red Lantern Hutong's signature crispy spiced soft-shell crab on a bed of dried whole chilies
    Jorge B.

    The place was stunning, the ambiance elegant. The service was impeccable. My first plate, DAN DAN XIAO LONG BAOS, was disappointing and not worth what they charged me for this dish. There was no soup (liquid) in the pork soup dumpling. The next dish, Red Lantern, RED LANTERN, Hutong's signature crispy spiced soft-shell crab on a bed of dried whole chilies was exquisite and well worth the price. I will be back.

    Golden flower
    Sophie S.

    Overall good Asian dumplings and noodles but not worth the price tag. It's definitely a cool vibe inside but service is average as well as the food.

    Gloria M.

    Stopped in Hutong for a few small bites, it was late on a Sunday but the restaurant was still pretty busy inside. I tried the beef tenderloin and fried spring rolls, would recommend both from the menu. The interior is spacious and beautiful. Great environment for a nice dinner.

    Noodles
    Girl T.

    Beautiful location & great service even before we arrived. Due to an unforeseen issue, our original reservation had to be cancelled and management even reached out to correct the issue. Was more than pleased with service and expected great things. Really it just turned out to be expensive comida china but had a pleasant time either way. Dim sum platter was 56$ but we tried something new & out of our comfort zone. The sides of noodles and rice ARE extra and more than enough to share since they were both an extra 25$ each. Food was good and so were the drinks. So go in with that mindset, but looking forward to going for a brunch next time.

    Full Bar
    N F.

    Great customer service! Visited for an early happy hour. Bar area not crowded and food was excellent.

    Shirley F.

    Came for the bubbles and bao brunch. The appetizers are unlimited. I really enjoyed the bao buns and dumplings. Other appetizers were ok, some better than others but you do get the option of repeating which ever ones you enjoyed. The fried rice and prawns were delicious! I wish I had more room to finish it. We all had the same entree and our mom who's the pickiest eater agreed this was the star of the brunch. Service was great. Everyone was attentive. The lychee martinis kept coming. And they actually remembered my sisters birthday! Usually they ask if you're celebrating something on the reservation or at the hostess stand and don't do anything, but they genuinely surprised us all when they came out with a birthday dessert. Beautiful restaurant, only complaint is that it was a bit hot. She did turn the fan on us. But I can only imagine how much hotter it would have been if more people were there.

    Audrey M.

    I wanted to love it, but I didn't. For starters, had I known there wasn't valet parking during brunch, I would've chosen elsewhere or somewhere that parking was more convenient. Second, it was hot. They were doing their best by have multiple fans, but considering how hot it was outside and having to eat hot food in a hot restaurant is no bueno. The food was okay, the best dish to me was the Wagyu steak. The presentation was great for the food, my cocktail was delicious, but honestly the heat was a turn off. Not sure if it's worth going back because I have no idea if the AC had an issue or if this is the norm. The staff was nice and food came out quickly. The restaurant looks beautiful, they just need to fix the AC.

    The best duck
    Stefany D.

    A group of friends and I came in a couple of Sundays ago for brunch and had a great time at Hutong. There was about 15 of us so it was a lot of people to serve but they got the job done. There was plenty of different apps and course and everything was tasty, but the very best part without a doubt was the duck! I truly enjoyed it and would be back just for that. The chef comes and out and does the whole presentation and then carves it as well into delicious pieces. It is served with Madarin pancakes, hoisin sauce, shredded cucumbers, and scallions. I could truly eat that every day. We had a lovely time and if you're Chinese food fan, this is definitely a spot to checkout.

    Sally C.

    Had a great culinary experience at Hutong. The brunch pre-fixe menu plus the add on drink package cannot be overlooked. All under $130/$135 per person. The starters = unlimited dim sum! So amazing! Vegetarian spring rolls, Hutong prawn rolls, wild mushroom & spinach dumplings, crispy prawn & scallop rolls, pan-seared roasted pork bao FAVORITE! The main dish = roasted peking duck ROASTED table side was so good! Wrapped up in pancake, cucumber & leek topped with hoisin sauce! OH MAY!! I cannot wait to return here & present this great spot to other friends & family.

    Irene E.

    Hutong is, hands down, a five-star experience--from the food to the décor to the service. The brand began in Hong Kong over two decades ago, in a high-rise on Peking Road in TST (Tsim Sha Tsui). Beijing duck was wonderful. Here in Miami, it feels more grounded--literally and atmospherically. "Hutong," meaning the narrow, winding alleys formed by traditional siheyuan courtyards, is synonymous with old Beijing. I grew up in one, less than a mile west of Zhongnanhai--the political heart of China--and remarkably, it still exists. That personal association makes the name choice feel both evocative and slightly ironic, given the restaurant's polished, global aesthetic. The Food We ordered all nine dim sum offerings--every single one was excellent. Fresh ingredients, delicate execution, and real finesse. Nothing heavy-handed; everything precise and balanced. We ended up ordering in two rounds--unintentionally--but it worked in our favor. Each round arrived together, fresh and properly hot. They also offer takeout, which is good to know. Context We came here after being rained out at the Miami Open. Hutong turned into a kind of refuge--drying us out and restoring both mood and appetite. Details That Stand Out - The twin sauces: the spicy one is excellent--layered and satisfying. - The soy sauce is intensely salty, almost too much so. - Table setting: Spiegelau stemware, earthy-toned plates, and striking chopsticks--thoughtful and cohesive. - The bartender didn't change the beer glass between pours--something I didn't mind, though others might. Service & Atmosphere The chef is a small, understated Cantonese gentleman, with only the faintest trace of an accent--quietly confident. The front-of-house staff is mostly non-Asian, with several women speaking in noticeable Hispanic accents. Service is smooth overall, though the cultural contrast is interesting in a restaurant so rooted in a specific regional identity. A few practical notes: The bar counter has no hooks (a small but inconvenient omission). The new-age music runs a bit loud, though they do lower it if asked. Both restroom toilet tanks were leaking, and the faucets were slow--unexpected at this level. Logistics Street parking available Valet: $15 (cash only) Bottom Line A refined, globally polished interpretation of a very local cultural idea. Excellent dim sum, thoughtful design, and strong execution--paired with a few operational inconsistencies.

    Mapo tofu, half Peking Duck (half)
    Karina Z.

    One of my favorite restaurants in Miami! Amazing Chinese food. Mapo tofu, Dan Dan xiao long Bao, duck and Dan Dan noodles are my favorite!

    Espresso Martini
    Jesined C.

    Let me start off by saying that the food was great. I have no complaints about that whatsoever. The cocktails were also delicious, the espresso martini was smooth and the Sichuan Dragon cocktail was sweet and tart. I loved that the Sichuan Dragon cocktail was a bubble on top, it made the cocktail feel like an entire experience. The reason for the 3 stars was for the service provided in the beginning of our dining experience. We started off with a server that came to take our order initially and stated that if 1 person in the group ordered the Emperor dinner menu that everyone else also had to order the same set menu. After he told us this we had to take a moment to review the menu once again. Although, he didn't come back and a good 30 minutes passed by. Eventually we got a different server unexpectedly named Derek and he was an absolute angel sent from heaven. He really turned the experience around. Derek let us know that we can order the Emperor menu for just 1 person and everyone else can chose anything else that they would like if they were not going to participate in the set menu. Derek was also very attentive and came to check in on us every so often. We were glad he took over and provided exceptional service. At the end of our dinner he brought out a plate that said happy birthday with ice cream. This was very thoughtful. Overall, we did enjoy our dinner and cocktails. 1 other mishap that kept occurring was that the ac vents from the ceiling were dripping water onto us throughout the entire time we were having dinner.

    Peking duck
    Robert L.

    I can't figure out why there are so many negative reviews about Hutong. Went for there Brickell nights deal on Thursday and it was amazing! I'm only worried it won't last long because it was not busy at all. For about $90 per person you get unlimited alcohol for 90 minutes and tons of great food. And 2 scantily clad dancers! The dumplings come first and they are a great mix of seafood, pork and vegetables. And you can get as many as you want. We were pretty full at this point, but then they bring the Peking duck, which was 1st rate. I ate every bite of it even though I was full. Then comes the main course. We had the pork and the prawns, both extremely tasty. Comes with fried rice and green beans, both very good. Unfortunately, we were pretty full so ended taking most of it home. The dessert was the only dissappointing aspect of the meal, as the ice cream and bao didn't have much flavor. Which was fine because we couldn't eat another bite. Service was beyond amazing and friendly. One negative: someone needs to check the locks on the stalls of the ladies bathroom. My wife was trapped for a while in one of them! Otherwise, a perfect night. We will definitely return!

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    Fo they have a happy hour?

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    I was there for brunch and it was not noisy.

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    Rosa Sky is a beautiful rooftop venue. After our group got turned down from another place a few…read moreblocks down, we went here, which was the original plan. The bouncers outside were nice to us, and the line to get in was not too bad. There is only one elevator going up, but it's just a short ride up. Once we got up, the music is loud, the lights are going, it's dark, and it's packed. All great signs of a solid and popular spot. I don't drink alcohol anymore, but my friends were able to get attention pretty quickly from the bartenders. There was a section there where I felt like I was being packed like sardines, but once we moved we were in comfortable spot. My feet started killing me since I wore heels the whole night, so to my delight, I found out there was an area to sit, and that pretty much saved my feet from falling off. The rooftop is such a vibe. We were able to get a section with a table by the balcony railing and see the downtown area in all it's glory with the lights and the Brickell sign in the background. It was thee perfect spot for photos, and we took advantage of it and had our mini photoshoot there on the spot. I was rather surprised that this place started to shut down by 2 am, I had the impression that FL goes until 5 in the morning, but it was no big deal since we were starting to wind our evening down anyways. I am thankful we got to experience going here, it truly made our night special for our bride to be.

    Rosa Sky is a great downtown rooftop. It's a popular spot, so you can either grab a space at the…read morebar or book a table with a $50 per person minimum requirement. ​The drink menu has solid options. The Mule is a standout, and the White Cloud (gin, sake, lime, and yuzu foam) was lovely. For food, the buffalo chicken empanadas were tasty. I'd skip the pork bao buns, as the meat was overcooked, but our server easily swapped them for the hamachi crudo, which was fantastic. ​Service was very pleasant, and the music set a great vibe at the perfect volume. Overall, it is a great rooftop spot that I would recommend.

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    Hutong - chinese - Updated September 2026

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