(Gmcvb) MICHELIN BIB GOURMAND RESTAURANTS IN MIAMI
By Angela Caraway-Carlton
April 18, 2024
The culinary scene in Greater Miami & Miami Beach continues to impress, and the world is taking notice of our gastronomic prowess. Adding to Miami’s culinary street cred is the fact that 18 restaurants recently earned a MICHELIN Bib Gourmand designation, meaning the world’s premier restaurant guidebook believes these eateries offer quality meals at good value. Treat your taste buds to a meal at one of these top restaurants.
Lucali: MICHELIN-Worthy Pizza In South Beach
Determining the best pizza in any destination is a highly divisive undertaking, but Lucaliwould rank high on anyone’s list. Nestled in the Sunset Harbour neighborhood of South Beach, this spot serves blistered brick-oven pizzas that get high praise from MICHELIN. For a special treat, top a 20-inch pizza with meatball crumbles, hot peppers and imported Italian artichoke hearts.
Try a medianoche at Sanguich de Miami
Sanguich De Miami: Serving Traditional Cuban Sandwiches
Devour tasty Cuban food at the always bustling Sanguich de Miami in Little Havana. MICHELIN’s choices from the small-but-mighty menu include a Cubano sandwich on house-made bread, hearty pan con lechon with tender shredded pork and garlic cilantro aioli, and the dare-you-to-eat-just-one croquetas.
Sink your teeth into the irresistible Chug's Frita Patty Melt
Chug's Diner: Cuban Comfort Food & Delectable Pastelitos
Day or night, comfort food shines at Chug's Diner in Coconut Grove. At this casual Cuban American restaurant run by lauded Chef Michael Beltran (whose childhood nickname was “Chug”), diners can indulge in one of the gut-busting sandwiches on Cuban bread or the filling Abuela’s Plate. Don’t miss MICHELIN’s recommendation, the flaky guava and cream cheese pastelitos.
Zitz Sum: Asian Fusion With A Twist
Zitz Sum is an Asian fusion restaurant in Coral Gables that turns out unique dishes with unexpected flavors, thanks to the chef’s Italian cooking techniques and ingredients. The á la carte menu changes frequently, but look out for mainstays like charred cabbage, wonton in brood (a wonton filled with chicken and oyster mushrooms in a shoyu broth) and ora king salmon.
Pick up a pressed sandwich at Tinta y Café
Tinta Y Café: Homey Food & Warm Atmosphere
Dripping with charm, Tinta y Café is a homey spot in Coral Gables devoted to freshly made sandwiches and out-of-this-world coffee. Order from the to-go window or snag a seat in the adorable café to dive into Cuban specialties. MICHELIN touts the restaurant’s Patria, made with pork, ham and Swiss cheese as well as the deep-fried croquetas and Pavo Real, layered with guava and cream cheese.
Find flavorful dishes at Ghee Indian Kitchen
Ghee Indian Kitchen: Food Fresh From The Chef’s Farm
Ghee Indian Kitchen, helmed by Chef Niven Patel and located in Kendall’s Downtown Dadeland development, immediately grabs guests’ attention with its rich aroma of exotic spices. Chef Patel sources many of the menu’s ingredients from his personal farm and packs the small menu with can’t-miss dishes like flavorful curries, tender roasted Kerala lamb with coconut milk and duck confit samosas.
Share hot and cold plates at DOYA, by Flow Gallery
DOYA: A Modern Aegean Treat In Wynwood
Settle into the lush patio or romantic dining room at DOYA in Wynwood and feast on modern Aegean cuisine that highlights the coastal regions of Greece and Turkey. Share a variety of hot and cold plates made with seasonal ingredients, with many of the dishes prepared over wood and coal fire. MICHELIN applauds the refreshing fig salad, the delicate manti (beef dumplings) and raki ice cream.
Experience culinary excellence with Chef Michael Schwartz at Michael's Genuine Food & Drink
Michael's Genuine Food & Drink: A Miami Design District Classic
As one of the Miami Design District’s original restaurants, Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink is a landmark that’s still garnering attention after more than 15 years in business. Locals love to stop in after a day of shopping or for a casual night out with friends, and MICHELIN stands behind house staples like homemade pastas, pizzas and pan-roasted chicken.
Share Vietnamese fusion dishes at Phuc Yea
Phuc Yea: Not Your Average Vietnamese Restaurant
Expect a fun time and food unlike anything you’ve ever had at Phuc Yea in Miami’s Upper East Side neighborhood. Heralded for its shareable Vietnamese dishes that mix Cajun and Latin flavors, the restaurant’s delicious items include crispy imperial rolls, garlic-butter egg noodles and its beloved pho.
El Turco: A Hidden Turkish Gem Near Wynwood
Hidden away in the Upper Buena Vista shopping enclave, El Turco is the place to savor authentic Turkish food. MICHELIN guides diners to try breakfast items that include organic eggs and savory pastries, such as the baked-in-house borek, as well as manti (dumplings) and beef meatballs simmering in tomato sauce.
Taste La Natural's artisanal pizzas
La Natural: For Pizza & Natural Wines
Creative pizzas from a wood-burning oven star at La Natural in Miami’s Little River neighborhood. The relaxed spot regularly draws a crowd of local fans who come for dishes starring seasonal veggies and pizzas, such as the white sauce, speck and basil pie. The restaurant boasts one of the largest selections of natural wines in the destination, perfect for pizza pairings.
Indulge in perfection with Jaguar Sun's Agnolotti pasta
Jaguar Sun: The Downtown Miami Spot For Pasta
Jaguar Sun is an intimate spot tucked away in an apartment building in Downtown Miami. It’s a favorite of locals thanks to its welcoming staff, inventive drinks and homemade pastas. While you’ll want to begin your meal with the warm Parker House rolls and something from the raw bar, Jaguar Sun’s pastas are the stars. MICHELIN suggests the mushroom tagliatelle, but the bucatini cacio e pepe also hits the spot.
Savor Bachour's pastry artistry
Bachour: More Than Just Great Pastries
Pastry chef legend Antonio Bachour’s namesake Bachour restaurant in Coral Gables flaunts many menu delights beyond his pretty-as-art pastries. MICHELIN recommends dishes such as fettucine pomodoro and seafood causa salad and taking home any of the decadent pastries and desserts.
Check out award-winning Zak the Baker
Zak The Baker: Sublime Kosher Baked Goods & More
All of your carb-alicious dreams come true at Zak The Baker, a kosher bakery in Wynwood that was lauded by MICHELIN and is also a semifinalist for a James Beard outstanding bakery award. Locals flock to the bakery for Zak Stern’s delicious naturally leavened bread, yummy pastries and made-from-scratch sandwiches, soups and salads.
Experience authentic barbeque at Hometown Barbecue
Hometown Barbecue: Award-Winning Smoked Meats
Located in the burgeoning Allapattah neighborhood, Hometown Barbeque is a hot spot for authentic barbeque. Come hungry and dig into pit-smoked meats, like the MICHELIN-favored brisket or the salt-and-pepper-encrusted beef rib. Sides such as the Frito pie, smoked pit beans and hometown slaw complete the experience.
Experience outdoor dining bliss at Mandolin Aegean Bistro
Mandolin Aegean Bistro: A Mediterranean Paradise In Miami
With its breezy alfresco spaces and delicious Greek and Turkish cuisine, Mandolin Aegean Bistro is a slice of Mediterranean paradise in the chic Miami Design District. Work your way through the mezze-heavy menu, then enjoy mains like manti dumplings, moussaka and grilled whole sea bass. MICHELIN suggests ending the meal with dessert and a Turkish coffee.
Rosie’s: Southern Comfort Food
What started as a popular food truck now has a permanent location in Little River that’s beloved by hungry diners, especially for brunch. Run by a husband-and-wife team, Rosie'sis a dreamy alfresco dining spot perfect for indulging in Southern specialties like chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits, biscuits and gravy, and deviled eggs topped with chicharrones.
Savor Vietnamese flavors at Tâm Tâm, by Tam Pham
Tâm Tâm: Good Times And Very Good Vietnamese Food
In Vietnamese, when someone says it's time to "nhau," it's an invitation to drink and dine. Husband-and-wife team Tam Pham and Harrison Ramhofer have brought this concept to life at Tâm Tâm. What started as an underground supper club has transformed into a celebration of Vietnamese cooking. MICHELIN compliments the Tam Tam wings wings coated in a fish caramel sauce, the tamarind-glazed pork ribs and the cashew cream cheesecake. With several vegan options available, the restaurant caters to all who love good food and good times. Tâm Tâm also features a notable wine bar and drink menu offering rice wines, Korean beer, spiked Vietnamese ice coffee and salted lemonade.