Honestly I have mixed feelings about Zuma, mostly due to higher expectations set because of my wife's prior experience there (raved about it) and others recommendations. Don't get me wrong, they are still excellent, but this is more of a 4.4 than a true 5 star. For me Zuma had a pleasant ambiance, lots of beautiful people, great outdoor seating to watch the yachts go by. So if that's what you are looking for, this is a good place to stop in. Also I give them points for not rushing you even though in their policy there is a seating time limit. We ended up just ordering the premium omakase, and that was quite a bit of food. I am glad I didn't order extras like I usually like to do at an Omakase. While the food in general is good and enjoyable, there was nothing very memorable, other than their Lava cake. That was to die for! And I skips dessert 99% of the time. Service was good but not stellar, could be because they had wait staff in training (during table service, our server didn't really know how to properly shave a truffle and another staff had to take over. Our courses are mumbled, doesn't sound like our server was confident about what the food is) read more

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Okay.... This restaurant is very... bipolar. Located in the Kimpton Epic Hotel, we took the train down to Miami one Friday, didn't get into the lobby until around 11 pm on a Friday. We're told to go upstairs for food only to find the restaurant closed. Went down to Zuma, even as guests at the hotel we couldn't get in because of our clothes. Second time at the Kimpton, made reservations for 6 pm, everything is great and normal. The menu has a lot! Idk if I love that idea or hate it. The skirt steak is not like any other one 've had before - in a good way! They made my son plain cumber rolls, which was accommodating. We sat outside by the water just in time for all the yacht rentals to roll in. read more

Amazing experience! We are visiting Miami and Isaac took such great care of us. He explained the menu so wonderfully and created a memorable experience for us. We chose the chef's selection of the menu and it gave us a great array of the menu and what Zuma has to offer. The scallops were out favorite! They also have an extensive cocktail/sake/wine/liquor menu. We loved the Japanese Old Fashioned and Osaka Spritz. We were able to sit outside on a gorgeous night, which offered dim lighting with mini lights on every table. The only downside was some of the people bringing out the food did not speak loud enough to explain what type of dish they brought. Minor issue for the great overall experience. read more

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Stopped at The Epic to see family who are visiting. We decided to catch up over some light bites and cocktails. I opted for Hugo spritz which I can never go wrong with. We ordered the spicy edamame, tempura shrimp and tempura crab roll. I LOVED the tempura shrimp and edamame. Both were delicious and full of flavor. The crab roll that I thought would be my fav was just ok to me. Service was good, and I enjoyed the nice water view while chatting with other patrons at the bar. Nice unplanned experience. read more

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Zuma Miami is an upscale Japanese dining experience that goes way beyond just sushi. From the moment you walk in, the vibe feels elevated but still very social, with a beautiful crowd and an energy that makes the whole night feel special. The service was 10/10. Our server, Claire, really made the experience because she guided us through the menu perfectly and honestly recommended some of the best things we tried. We went for the five pieces of nigiri and five pieces of sashimi, and the fish was incredibly fresh. The presentation was also really nice, but the nigiri was definitely the highlight for me, so good. We also ordered these baked potatoes with a slightly spicy kick that were packed with flavor, and the wagyu dumplings were another standout. Super rich, super flavorful, and the sauce just brought everything together. The only thing I wouldn't order again were the chicken wings. They weren't bad, just very average for the price, and this place is definitely on the expensive side, so it didn't feel worth it compared to everything else. For drinks, I had a blackberry passion fruit martini that was amazing, really well balanced. And we ended with a chocolate lava cake that was also incredible. Total came out to around $400 for two people, with the 20% service already included. It's definitely pricey, but it's not just about the food, it's the whole experience. Worth it if you're looking for a special dinner and want to try different, well-executed dishes. Zuma Miami is an upscale Japanese dining experience that goes way beyond just sushi. From the moment you walk in, the vibe feels elevated but still very social, with a beautiful crowd and an energy that makes the whole night feel special. The service was 10/10. Our server, Claire, really made the experience because she guided us through the menu perfectly and honestly recommended some of the best things we tried. We went for the five pieces of nigiri and five pieces of sashimi, and the fish was incredibly fresh. The presentation was also really nice, but the nigiri was definitely the highlight for me, so good. We also ordered these baked potatoes with a slightly spicy kick that were packed with flavor, and the wagyu dumplings were another standout. Super rich, super flavorful, and the sauce just brought everything together. The only thing I wouldn't order again were the chicken wings. They weren't bad, just very average for the price, and this place is definitely on the expensive side, so it didn't feel worth it compared to everything else. For drinks, I had a blackberry passion fruit martini that was amazing, really well balanced. And we ended with a chocolate lava cake that was also incredible. Total came out to around $400 for two people, with the 20% service already included. It's definitely pricey, but it's not just about the food, it's the whole experience. Worth it if you're looking for a special dinner and want to try different, well-executed dishes. read more

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We celebrated my wife's 35 (she will kill me for posting her age!) Birthday for Saturday brunch. And we were left in awe. Amazing quality and selection of food. All upscale sushi food. I've never eaten so much wagyu and himachi in my life. The service was also amazing. Our waiter just kept refilling my champagne I think I drank 2 bottles in 2 hours. I didn't feel rushed at all. They say u have a time limit of 1.5 hrs but we were there for 3 hrs with no problem. Restaurant is also beautiful located at the epic hotel. Beautiful water Brickell views. We cant wait to come back to get the Dom p package. Actually not priced badly!!! read more

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I came here for my birthday for Saturday brunch. OMG it was amazing. Not your basic Miami brunch with eggs and waffles. If you are looking for that this place is not it. This is all HIGH QUALITY, fancy, elegant food. Think filet. New York strip. Caviar. Wagyu. Oysters. Tartare. Hamachi. Sushi. All amazing!! I ate so much I think I gained 10 pounds in 2 hours. The package we selected also had cocktails and champagne. They were soooo good. My husband was halfway through his champagne and they would fill it up. They ordered me a margarita before even me finishing it. Amazing service. Top top. And the dessert room was sooooo good. Usually don't go for sweets. And I tried and loved everything!!! I can't wait to come back here and I will!!!! read more

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Very yummy brunch! They had a nice mix of sushi and hot food to choose from and the dessert section was huge. My favorite bites were the wagyu dumplings and the miso cod. Tip: if you plan on drinking more than 2 drinks at brunch, it makes sense to get the unlimited drink special read more

Zuma - Negroni - Japanese Near Me - Miami, Florida

We went to Zuma Miami to celebrate our anniversary, and overall it was a great experience. The restaurant was actually smaller than we expected, especially since it looked much bigger in the YouTube videos we had watched beforehand. It still has a nice atmosphere, but just something to keep in mind if you're expecting a very large space. Parking was a bit tricky. The valet in the area costs about $28 plus tax, and personally I don't like other people driving my Tesla. Because of that, I decided to park at the garage next to Whole Foods, which worked out better for us. As for the food, it was very good and the service was excellent. Unfortunately, a couple of the dishes we were excited to try were not available that night, including the famous onsen egg and the beef sticks, which was a little disappointing. The miso soup was very good, and all of the sashimi was fresh and high quality. We also really enjoyed the New York strip and the tenderloin, both cooked well and full of flavor. One interesting detail is that desserts are served in another room, and they were amazing--definitely worth saving some space for. Overall, despite a few menu items being unavailable and the parking situation, we had a wonderful anniversary dinner with great service and delicious food. read more

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Decided to stay in for dinner and not venture out, and booked a table at Zuma. Wow - this is not your average hotel restaurant. Now, upon doing some research, I realize maybe I should have known but I didn't so we're moving on. What a wonderful meal. Firstly, everything was shared - so I got to try a lot which is my fave. Highlights - the potato, the mushrooms, the romesco, and the chicken and spring onion skewers. Service was impeccable - kind, attentive and really make you feel like a VIP - even my purse for an exclusive perch. Those were the highlights but everything was great - 10/10 would go back! read more

Zuma - Edamame and romesco - Japanese Near Me - Miami, Florida

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Great lunch special $38 per person includes a lot! Great ambience right on the river, could use a little help from the manager on how to run a floor though - service was slow and food took forever to arrive whilst there were a load of employees walking around. Salmon with Teriyaki Sauce was awesome as well as the sushi. read more

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Zuma is known for their sushi, and for good reason- but don't overlook the gyozas and wagyu, which are just as delicious. Food came out quickly but never felt rushed, and the service was attentive and professional. The vibe is lively and upscale without being pretentious, perfect for a night out or a special occasion. read more

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Ambiance was gorgeous (outdoor seating is calmer and quieter, plus you get the river view). The food was amazing!! And unlimited champagne is totally worth the price of the buffet. The raw bar/sushi is fresh and delicious and the desserts are amazing!! The server was really attentive and helpful. Loved our time here. read more

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This was my first time at Zuma but everything was so good. I loved the ambiance and the vibe of the place is perfect for a date night or birthday. The service was pretty good for the most part. The tuna was very smooth and I'd have to say better than the scallops. The scallops were very soft and good for the most part. The beef roll was amazing because it had truffle on top and was very unique. The edamame had perfect spices and flavor to it. Lastly, the branzino was the best I've ever had. read more

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I have to say I was a bit disappointed at this Zuma location... I've been to Vegas and Boston and they were both different experiences from this one. One major difference was that this location did not have any tempura... how does a Japanese sushi restaurant not have tempura? It looks like it was on before based on the yelp pictures. We also thought that the food lacked seasoning and the service was just so so compared to the other locations. The bone in ribeye was just okay... as was everything else. I would probably pass on this one on my next trip to Miami, maybe try the brunch next time. read more

Zuma - Bone in rib-eye - Japanese Near Me - Miami, Florida

Had an excellent dinner here. The restaurant has wonderful vibes with music, open patio seating next to the ocean and yachts with city view. Noise level can be high. Service was great. We ordered various maki rolls, appetizers, drinks and dessert, all were delicious. Will be back. read more

Zuma - Japanese Near Me - Miami, Florida

I've been to Zuma several times. Always for the legendary brunch buffet, and once for a special event I helped plan. If the weather's right, sitting outside instantly feels like a luxury vacation (even if you're a local). The food is phenomenal. Calling it a "buffet" feels almost disrespectful. It's obvious that there's thought behind the quality, variety, and presentation. The abundance is visually very striking. The soup, carving stations, sushi, desserts every bite is a dream. The staff at each station were kind, professional, and clearly take pride in what they do. That said, the one inconsistent element is the table service. I totally understand they're busy, it's Zuma, after all, but for a restaurant of this caliber, I'd expect not to feel rushed. At a place this elevated, especially a buffet, guests should feel welcomed to settle in and enjoy, not pushed along. One last tip: they do validate parking, which is a win in Brickell! Zuma remains a go-to for me. Just hoping the experience feels less rushed next time read more

Zuma - Japanese Near Me - Miami, Florida

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Delightful and attentive service by the water. Fresh and nicely presented food (sashimi and nigiri). Remember to have parking validated; it was busy but moved quickly. The restaurant's environment is also quick paced, music was playing upon arrival and the volume got louder as the night progressed. Request outdoor seating if you'd like to have a conversation during your meal. read more

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5 stars all the way around. Food - I'm kicking myself because I can't remember the names of the sushi rolls I ordered, but they were all really good. See pics, and if it looks enticing, I'm sure you can show the pics to your waiter, and they'll be able to name it! I do remember their tequila shots presentation! The display provided an up-lighting with oranges (instead of limes) on the side. Service - Josè is an amazing bartender...personable, customer-oriented, friendly, knowledgeable. Ambiance - I love a dimly lit restaurant with subtle party vibes (think Kaytranada playing in the background). It was nice. It made you feel good. Definitely going back when in Miami! read more

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Food was good, the views were great. Overpriced and apparently not affiliated with the hotel--which it's attached to. We orders off of their lunch menu and regular menu as well and while the food was good, it wasn't really worth writing home about, especially for the price. The secure was friendly, but the place was empty and we expected more overall. read more

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Honestly pretty disappointing. Spent about $600 for two people and left feeling underwhelmed. The service felt lazy and unbothered, with little attention or excitement the entire night. The food was just okay. They call it omakase but only one part of the meal actually was. The rest felt like a normal menu dressed up as something special. Quality of the fish and meat was fine but not impressive. A lot of dishes were mid and kind of bland. The only things that really stood out were the scallops and pork belly. For what it costs, you expect to be wowed or at least full. We left still hungry and wishing we went somewhere else. Feeing pretty scammed haha read more

Zuma - Japanese Near Me - Miami, Florida

Okay so let's start with the good... the food is impeccably prepared and the presentation is gorgeous. The conversations you will overhear are hilariously pretentious. The inside of the restaurant is gorgeous and the outside is relaxing. Also... the price of the Miami Spice Lunch can't be beat. Now, that being said, here's the warning for tourists. It's been a hot minute since I last lived in Miami and I forgot the practice that some restaurants do in automatically adding 18-20% tip due to the abundance of European tourists that don't adhere to the US tipping standards that visit. Usually it's a bit clearer on the check and the tip area is labeled "additional tip". Well, it's not obvious on this check... it's not until you add the tip and sign the bill that you find in small print at the bottom that 20% has already been added. So yeah... it's a bit disingenuous to the point that I wonder how many inadvertent additional tips they're actually collecting. read more

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We celebrated my wife's birthday at Zuma and ordered the Premium Omakase! We loved all the courses and they were delicious and highly satisfying. We chose to dine inside and the ambiance and setting were beautiful. Service is top-notch with excellent explanations about each course. Finally, the cocktail menu is one of the best I've seen. I had a cocktail featuring Tanqueray 10 gin, and my wife's cocktail was a special featuring tequila and lychee. read more

Brunch at Zuma Miami. Yesterday, January 18, I went to celebrate my birthday with my family at the brunch at Zuma restaurant. The food was very good, and the service was fine--nothing remarkable. However, one of the main reasons I would not return to this brunch is the overcrowding. The table we were assigned was extremely close to other tables; we could barely move or even get up to go serve ourselves. There were so many people that at times it felt like being on a low-budget cruise, where there is hardly any space to move. The noise level was very high, and what should have been a relaxed, enjoyable afternoon with good food and drinks ended up being quite the opposite. Overall, it felt like a very overcrowded brunch, and for that reason, I wouldn't return. read more

RUDE GM. I accidentally walked in the wrong OPEN and UNLOCKED door to the restaurant thinking it was the door to the hotel (that was the next door) and I was told by the GM, who never stopped FaceTiming someone on the phone "the restaurant is closed - you can't be here". I apologized and explained I was trying to find the hotel, and she responded with (still on her FaceTime) "they are painting outside - you can't be here". I explained there was no painting that I saw, if there was, there was no signage. So I suggested maybe they lock the door to prevent others from wandering in. Her reply? "Well maybe you should look better where you are going...." Absolutely unprofessional. Will never eat there. read more

While the vibe, aesthetic & service was amazing, the food itself left a lot to be desired. Located inside the Kimpton Epic Hotel, for 9:30p on a Saturday evening, it was pretty packed, the DJ was really good and high energy. We were seated towards the back of the restaurant on the patio which was a lot quieter but still perfect. We ordered a round of drinks to start - I ordered my standard Paloma and was extremely disappointed. It had no taste - not sure if they used grapefruit soda but it might've been flat plus the tequila they used wasn't the greatest so it tasted watered down. We sent it back and received the same thing but adding more grapefruit juice made it bearable. After ordering an assortment al la carte, the Chilean seabass and Waygu were the highlight. The seabass was super flavorful with a tangy, creamy citrus sauce and prepared perfectly while the Waygu was savory and tender. The remaining options were just ok, nothing too exciting. The shrimp was bland, the corn was good (like elote) and the broccolini was standard. Our server was very helpful and attentive, and did his best to right the cocktail, but unless you're eating sushi, expect to pay for the vibe and location rather than the food. read more

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Great Tuna Tataki and Miso Black cod!!! The sashimi was great as well! The waiter was great! read more

Zuma - Patio - Japanese Near Me - Miami, Florida

Updating my review because my recent experience at Zuma truly deserves a standing ovation! I visited for Sunday brunch with a group of six, and at $140 per person, I was hoping for an exceptional experience--Zuma delivered beyond expectations! We arrived at 2 PM, were seated promptly, and welcomed with drinks of our choice. I opted for the Shojo Spritz (their twist on an Aperol Spritz), and it quickly became my go-to, flowing throughout the brunch. With a DJ spinning great hits and an overwhelming variety of bites, the entire ambiance was perfect. The food quality, flavors, and variety stole the show. While their buffet has shifted to a fully buffet-style format (no more à la carte entrées), it now allows you to try all the items from their à la carte menu. I was thrilled to enjoy both the tenderloin and the cod, which remains my absolute favorite. For dessert, if you've read my reviews, you know I always save room for sweets--Zuma didn't disappoint! They have an entire room dedicated to an array of incredible desserts, and I sampled nearly all of them. Each bite was outrageously delicious! This place is absolutely worth it! read more

My husband had come here for work dinners and was blown away so he wanted to have us enjoy it as well when we came here for vacation. We love Japanese food and since my older son will basically try anything that was a plus for us. My younger son, however is mostly a chicken nuggets and hotdogs kid. I know that kind of stuff isn't on the menu but I think that some teriyaki chicken skewers could go a long way for kids. It's more of an adult place but they have those elaborate activity books for kids so it might be good to have a few more kid friendly options. The black cod marinated in saikyo was eyes-roll-back delicious! It's that sauce that does it! The wagyu beef, the seabass, and the sushi were all max-delicious. I loved all the food and the ambiance was great. But something did feel a bit off about our experience. It felt like we spent $400+ on appetizers and we still needed to dig up some food afterwards because our kids were still hungry. Glad we saved half a Cuban sandwich from earlier plus a ton of hotel mini bar snacks. My mojito was good but it had a huge pile of shave ice on top which melted down and watered my drink down quite a bit. Less shave ice, let the flavors shine through. I think when you have a dress code, you have to be ready to impress in ALL areas. Can't leave anything out. I think for a date night with just my husband this would be more like 5 stars, but as a family dinner, it wasn't a perfect set up. Still, if you love sushi and Japanese food and have a sitter for the night, then yeah, definitely do Zuma. The sushi is amazing! (Also, if you're a wealthy older gentleman, this is apparently your scene to meet a younger woman.) read more

TLDR: worth it for the spice lunch! Great vibes FOOD I came for Miami Spice lunch and at $35 for a nice restaurant, I was pleasantly surprised that I left full. You get more than 3 items since some items will automatically come on the house. While I don't think the karaage should've been called karaage (the flavors resembled Korean fried chicken if anything), it was my favorite dish. The truffle butter rice was also very filling and a good amount. For our mains, we got the salmon teriyaki and the baby chicken. While good, nothing I was super impressed with. I do want to note that if you do spice with someone else, they will combine your spice items together. My friend's water also had a bug in it, so be wary of flying bugs. SERVICE: super attentive and pleasant AMBIANCE: classy and pretty read more

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Elevated Japanese Dining at Its Finest Zuma delivers an unforgettable experience impeccably fresh sushi, bold robata flavors, and a sleek, waterfront setting that's pure Miami glamour. Every bite is perfection, and the vibe is effortlessly upscale. read more

One of my favorite restaurants in Miami. Well worth its price tag. The service is always excellent and the vibes are unmatched. The wagyu roll with truffle has to be my favorite thing on the menu. Absolutely incredible. read more

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Zuma is always the right choice. Nothing like a Miami staple that you know you will always have amazing food and fantastic drinks. Absolutely in love with their Raspberry and Passion Fruit martini, is delicious. I been to Zuma Doha and many many times to the Miami location and this drink is always spot on. Of course their sushi rolls never disappoint and their desserts are mouth watering. A place I will always come back to read more

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Haven't been here in years and I forgot just HOW good it is. There are numerous fantastic restaurants in Miami, but this is by far my favorite. Incredible ambience, trendy music that isn't overwhelming, flawless service, and of course, the main attraction is their unbelievable menu. I haven't tried every single item, but every item that I HAVE tried is simply phenomenal. We ordered the sliced yellowtail, sliced seabass, roasted potato, sweet corn, 10 wagyu skirt steak, pork belly skewer, and the grilled scallop skewer (an absolute show stopper). We topped off the night with the crunchy hazelnut bar with a scoop of unique miso ice cream. Every dish is its own special experience and I look forward to coming back. read more

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Really great service. Food was extremely tasty & fresh. Beautiful atmosphere & vibe. Location is amazing, right on the water! read more

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Miami Spice was awesome at Zuma! You get to choose two dishes from each section, which makes it great for trying many dishes. Service was great, we ate outside and had a beautiful view of the river. Cocktails were also delicious! The parking/valet is always a nightmare, so uber is suggested. read more

Zuma - dessert - Japanese Near Me - Miami, Florida

Wish I went here the first night instead of Area 31. I sat at the bar and Mateo took good care of me and addressed my questions since I'm gluten sensitive. Salmon and avocado rolls were much better than I expected. Fried calamari was really good with the peppers. I came here for lunch and Mateo hooked me up with Japanese background of the food and drinks they prepare. Get this man to Japan to hone his craft and come back with sharp Japanese knives! Lunch atmosphere is nice and casual. Great to have conversations. I heard dinner is more upbeat and will find out tonight. If you or your party has issues with gluten, give them a chance! read more

Best for alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks, photo ops, the music djs play is a vibe. Service and food were 3 out of 10. Ordered vegan hot pot, dumplings, wings, rolls, salad. Unorganized, servers didn't listen, first time here and the experience for my friend's 40th was mediocre, at best. Luckily we are a fun bunch and made our friend feel special and made them laugh, regardless. Thanks to the bar the drinks are great there so that helped. But the food was not impressive both vegan and not vegan. Get that kitchen in order** Management was advised of the lack of service we had from long wait times for water and drink refills to the order in which food was served. My friend's sister paid a dessert fee for bringing her own big aluminum number 4 and number 0 balloons and cake for the event. The balloons were popped by the time the cake came out... We were so annoyed by the entire service situation we didn't even eat the cake. Ambiance became LOUD as the evening progressed but the music was good. Sugar babies everywhere*** Manager with the white suit and cool shoes, I think named Hassim, gave free shots to the table plus a free dessert for the birthday friend. Hassim helped as much as possible to make up for the terrible service. read more

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The vibe here is great when you walk in, from the music to the decor. However, I went up to the bar for a drink and food after just checking into the Kimpton Epic to scout the location for a company leadership event, and was treated very poorly by the guy and girl bartending. No greeting, had to flag them down, there was only 5 people at the bar and a group just talking. I said I was going to order food and the response, then you gotta do it now. I quickly looked and ordered, then was ignored another 10 minutes before I could get a drink. Finally got my food, which was delicious, but won't recommend this th the group if we select this location as I do t want my guests to be treated poorly like I was...there are equally good options close by that will put customer service first. read more

We started brunch at Zuma Miami with very fresh oysters and caviar, which helped justify the price. For two people, including champagne, tax, and tip, the total came to around $400. The spread of food was impressive -- no lobster, but a generous selection of maki rolls and a solid assortment of nigiri. Everything was high quality, beautifully presented, and service was smooth throughout. Overall, it felt like a well-curated, indulgent experience that delivered good value for a luxury Miami brunch. read more

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