Super 7: Miami's Best Waterfront Restaurants
Your entree photo always looks better with turquoise water behind it
Il Gabbiano
Located in the heart of Downtown Miami, Il Gabbiano has views for days. From the port which glistens at night to overlooking Brickell Key, the views pair perfectly with the consistently delicious food. It’s enough of a reason to book for your next power-lunch or dreamy date night.
Pro Tip: The parking is affordable - and for Miami, that’s a major plus! @ilgabbianorestaurant // 355 S. Biscayne Blvd.
Amara at Paraiso
Brought to you by none other James Beard award-winning chef Michael Schwartz, Amara is the go-to for both Edgewater locals and visitors who want to dine with a view of the open bay. The menu highlights standouts like spicy grilled prawns marinated with Fresno chile and a show-stopping seafood parrillada. On Sundays, brunch takes center stage, an all-day spread that fills much of the dining room, best enjoyed alongside Amara’s cocktails.
Pro Tip: The tostones with white-fish dip is nuts. @amaraatparaiso // 3101 NE 7th Ave.
Ocean Grill at the Setai Miami Beach
Ocean Grill pairs gourmet cooking with an oceanfront setting rare for Miami Beach. Tucked behind the Setai, the restaurant sits right over the sand, serving dishes like wagyu beef carpaccio and truffle risotto against a backdrop of salty air and rolling waves. It’s a spot made for leisurely lunches with friends or a romantic dinner at sunset.
Pro Tip: Go during Art Basel because it’s a perfect spot for a quickie lunch to take a break from the madness. @thesetaimiamibeach // 2001 Collins Ave.
Lido at The Standard
The legendary Standard more than lives up to its iconic reputation. Once revived by André Balazs’ hotel group, the historic property remains effortlessly chic. At Lido, sweeping views of Biscayne Bay and the Venetian Islands set the scene for fresh seafood and light sandwiches—perfect fuel for a Miami pool day.
Pro Tip: If you’re not feeling a full meal after a busy beach day, stop in for cocktails. It’s just as refreshing. @thestandardmiami // 40 Island Ave.
Bellini Restaurant at Mr. C Hotel
On the rooftop of Mr. C Hotel, hungry diners can stare off into the clouds or down at Biscayne Bay, sailboats and the city. Bellini’s design is pure modern Italian elegance, the kind of place you might expect to meet a mysterious stranger over, well, bellinis. The Italian menu is a standout in the crowded space, led by langoustine carpaccio, grass-fed beef milanese alla parmigiana, and the signature pappardelle alla Bellini.
Pro Tip: Their fish carpaccio dishes take you on a one-way flight to Positano. @belliniusa // 2988 McFarlane Rd.
Monty’s Raw Bar
Monty’s is Coconut Grove’s laid-back hangout, where locals and UM students crowd the tiki bar for draft beers and freshly shucked oysters. A happy hour staple, it keeps things simple with mozzarella sticks, fries and other easy bites, all served with warm breezes off Biscayne Bay. The view over the sailboats and marina captures the essence of old Miami’s fishing culture.
Pro Tip: The raw bar is where it’s at, especially for happy-hour. And they have live-music on the weekends. @montysrawbarcg // 2550 S. Bayshore Dr.
Gramp’s Getaway
Set on the Rickenbacker Marina, this bar and restaurant is a go-to for cold drinks after a long boat day. The food, though, holds its own as one of Miami’s best even without the views. Sip a craft cocktail while taking in the skyline, then dig into chargrilled oysters or jerk chicken wings and linger past sunset.
Pro Tip: Get a side of the mojo aiolli and put it on literally everything .You can thank us later. @grampsgetaway // 3301 Rickenbacker Causeway, Key Biscanye