Flawless hospitality, delicious food, and a mythical Greek atmosphere…read more The snapper dish was a spectacular combination of flavors! A perfectly seared snapper topped with a zesty caper sauce and pickled red onions, with buttery artichoke and sweet carrots below. Seats and lighting were comfortable, and the waitress did everything right. It actually felt like I was being taken care of.

For years, I had always passed-up the Poseidon on Washington Av. in South Beach,…read morethinking it was too much of an upscale restaurant for my social bracket. But, when I saw they were advertising a Lamb Gyro for $12 (Tuesdays), I took the leap. Seems it wasn't that far to jump. Although there were table cloths, cloth napkins and silverware, with room for a true dining experience, the fan sitting atop the bar, (blowing-off more air than necessary), and the plastic plants on the walls/ceilings threw-off any pretense I had of the place. When I requested the Lamb Gyro, the server pointed to an entree on the menu for me to approve. I made sure there wasn't another (re: pricier) offer. There was... it was the one he suggested. The gyro itself consisted of a bland (Tzatziki?) sauce that struggled to find my taste buds. Lamb (typically) has a gamey/slightly sweet flavor; these cuts seemed to be found from behind their refrigerator, (not from inside). They certainly weren't cut fresh from a spit, as they were old and nearly tasteless. The included slices of onion and peppers, delegated to the pita bottom, (instead of intermingling) barely helped. The French fries (included in the price) were the most flavorful part of the meal; although, they were an insult, rather than accompaniment to the experience. And, was that Latin (instead of traditional Greek) music coming from the speakers? Along with a 20% "Administrative" fee, I won't be tempted to venture in again.

Great venue with hospitable service. We passed by around lunch time and there was a DJ playing and…read moremore casual attire. We opted to go in the evening, and it was a great win. They had rolled back part of the roof and put patio lights so it was dining under the stars. The lighting wasn't harsh so it made for cozy atmosphere. We ordered the birria quesadilla and our waiter suggested the shrimp tacos. They did not disappoint! Full of flavor and texture, we would have them again. The birria was way bigger than expected and tummy too. Our waiter was helpful and on it the whole night. Definitely a great experience.

Miami Spice menu was delicious! I only took one star off because I wasn't really a fan of the…read morecheesecake, but everything else was phenomenal. Also, the service was very fast and friendly. We had a large party and the server was able to take care of everyone so well. This was a great place for a business meeting, but we also saw people who were there in leisure and beach attire.

Located on the biz side of Ocean Drive, across from the beach, Avalon is a rarely discussed…read morefoodie's dream. I have been a patron since 1998. Never disappointed. (The hotel is also a charming, reliably perfect stay on SoBe. Smaller rooms, clean, nicely decorated, and location, location, location. Not cheap, but not obscenely overpriced.) The restaurant is predictable. Seafood is so fresh, one might think the fish walked into the kitchen voluntarily. Preparations are both simple and exotic, depending on personal choice. Cooking is precise; plating is art. Tastes are deliciously above par. Service is cordial and professional. Priced comparative to market. This is one of SoBe's finest, with guests pulled from both local residents and visiting tourists looking for fine dining on the beach. If you're visiting Miami, Avalon perennially has highest recommendations.

We visited a fish called Avalon for their happy hour (4-9:30) and tried most of the items on the…read morehappy hour menu. We really enjoyed each dish and received great service. The restaurant is beautiful and sitting outside on Ocean Drive is a great opportunity for people watching. I would return for happy hour and would love to visit again for dinner!

Pricey food & drinks, but if you're here you're probably not trying to save money. Everything was…read moredelicious.

We stopped by and were able to walk in for dinner without a reservation though there was about an…read morehour wait. We walked around the beach while waiting, and once seated everything moved smoothly and food was beyond our expectation. We started with the mushroom dumplings, it was full of flavor and nicely balanced. The octopus over rice with chorizo was a standout, the octopus was tender and smoky, pairing it with chorizo worked very well together. The steak frites were satisfying, cooked well and perfect. For desserts we had the hazelnut bomb, and it was bomb! Very rich and indulgent, the perfect way to end the meal. Overall, we had an amazing time, cute outdoor spot and the tree is worth seeing.

We stopped here for cocktails and appetizers after a day at the beach. My espresso martini was…read moredelicious. The calamari was crispy and I especially moved the white dipping sauce. The marinara had a bit of spiciness which I enjoyed as well. I love that the lemon was sealed to prevent seeds in your food. I thought that was a nice touch.

Visited Salt while on a recent trip to 305! This salad was Delicious! Servers were attentive and…read moremade great recommendations! Perfect location in the heart of south beach. Ambiance was dreamy with the beach and palm trees in the background! Give it a try!

We had the best dining experience at The Marvelous Mareva! We love it so much that we came twice…read moreduring our short stay in Miami Beach. While most of the South Beach restaurants are loud and crowded, this one is quiet and classy! The dining room has an old world charm and art deco vibe. The food was exquisite ! We loved their rib eye steak and short ribs. They were prepared just right and the portion size was great! To me, the short ribs can feed two people (as long as you are not big eaters). Service was marvelous as well. Our server Laura was graceful and attentive. The manager also came out to greet us and shared some history of the place with us. Overall a wonderful dining experience at a price point that I consider very reasonable for the quality and ambiance they offered!

While on a business trip to Miami my boss put me in charge of a location for a team dinner. There…read moreare a lot of good choices in the Miami Beach area but she gave me some specific things she wanted. Walkable to the hotel, good food options and $100 per person maximum. After looking at the reviews I presented Mareva 1939 as my top choice. I contacted them and made a reservation for 10 people, and after the first reservation time I had to adjust with Mareva for people arriving in late because of flights. No problem for Mareva and they didn't need a deposit for the restaurant. It is in the National Hotel, next to where we are staying box 1 check. The place was beautifully decorated and staff all attentive throughout the night. That was my criteria not my boss' since the lack of good service can destroy a great meal. The food choices all were excellent but centered on tapas and Spanish cuisine which checked the second box. Served family style we all chose a number of different tapas and shared. Then large patella dishes, they were plentiful and all delicious. Lastly the price, which may seem high for those outside the area but not for those who know Miami Beach. The bill for the 10 of us that included several drinks person and enough food and desserts to leave us full came to $1,002 including tip and taxes. All boxes checked and my boss and team happy, Mareva 1939 was a huge success.

Evening service is friendly and very accommodating. The food is really good. This is my third…read morestay at Hilton Canana Hotel. Same server from last year.

Walking in- the atmosphere was calm and cozy, though our table was wobbly and uneven. Service - our…read moreserver was extremely polite, and the food came out very fast. Meal - the pineapple was delicious and fresh, though the cantaloupe was bland. The honeydew was fresh and pretty good, and the strawberries were mediocre. Overall the fruit plate wasn't bad but the pineapple stole the show. The french toast was great, the bananas (which I don't usually care for) and bacon added a lot to the dish. The egg sandwich wasn't great, the sauce was weird which was the only thing with flavor, it was just an okay sandwich. Overall, this place is great, so give it a shot while staying at Hilton in Miami!

A group of 6 of us visited Abbale' for dinner on a Sunday night (Memorial Day weekend), sitting at…read moreone of the outdoor tables. Our server was great! Very helpful and he explained all the dishes and was a good advocate for the restaurant. We had two gluten free diners in our party, one with celiac, and our sever and Chef handled it well and adopted as best they could. We tried a lot of different dishes. The salatim trio, the persian cucumber, and steak shawarma hummus & pita (one of everyone's favorites) were all great. The local fish ceviche was very good as was the feta & pistachio. For main meals we tried the branzino (2). Also the braised beef short rib was excellent (hearty and moist) and the double cut lamb chop was cooked perfectly. It was a fun evening for sure - the tarp above us keep spilling water near the table (not on anyone) and we had fun with it.

A South Beach restaurant for foodies not (just) tourists! Amazing food, amazing service, amazing…read morevibe. The Persian Braised Bone-In Beef Short Rib with its pomegranate-red wine jus and apricots exceeded my high expectations! The Prime Steak Shashlik was lovely. The Moroccan Cigars were the surprise of the evening, always order these! I ordered a trio of Roasted Beets, Whipped Feta and Pistachio, Walnut (from the 7 options available) and the Pistachio is my clear favorite. I enjoy a ~local beer and the Goldstar Dark Lager was wonderful, neither bitter nor sweet.