The restaurant’s owner, Nicola Siervo of KNR Hospitality Group notes, “After 10 years, business remains solid on Lincoln Road so we decided to renew the lease. We are excited to continue serving fine Italian cuisine on one of the most important streets in Miami to our loyal and cherished customers.” Quattro accommodates 160 guests, with seating for 80 inside a luxurious modern dining room and another 80 guests on an outside patio that overlooks Miami’s Lincoln Road Mall. Distinctly Italian accents of cognac leather and a glittering custom-designed mirrored bar with towering wine refrigerators were fashioned by Studio A Design.

Quattro General Manager Roberto Sanso draws a parallel between Chef Bellofiore’s hometown of Venice and Miami Beach; popular travel destinations surrounded by water and known for an abundance of fresh fish. The chef’s newest dishes include Polipo del Mediterraneo con Farro Legumi Pomodorini – grilled Mediterranean octopus with farro, cherry tomatoes and a lemon dressing; Insalate di Mare – a chilled shrimp, squid, bay scallops, and octopus salad; and the perfect-for-sharing Fritto Misto di Mare – a variety of fried fresh seafood. Many of the restaurant’s most popular menu items are still available in addition to the chef’s Gnocchi alla Sorrentina – handmade gnocchi with buffala mozzarella, fresh tomato sauce and basil and Paccheri con Polpo Pomodorini E Olive Taggiasca – paccheri pasta with Mediterranean octopus, taggiasca olives, and cherry tomatoes.

A hand-selected all-Italian wine list comes from owner/vintner Nicola Schon of Colle Manora Vineyard in the countryside of the Monferrato. The restaurant currently serves lunch and dinner including a popular $25 two-course lunch served weekdays.

Quattro Gastronomia Italiana 1014 Lincoln Road, South Beach 305.531.4833
Open Sunday – Thursday noon – 11pm, Friday & Saturday until 11:45pm

Choose from classic cocktails or an extensive selection of wines listed on an iPad and showcased in the glass tower that is the focal point of the dining room. The 500 plus bottles of world class wines can make every meal a special event. Select your steak (including Moyer Farms Angus, American or Australian Wagyu and Japanese Miyazaki) request your desired degree of doneness and be prepared for a delicious evening. Chef de Cuisine Derrick Roberts and Michael Mina craft a deeply satisfying dining experience.

Name:	StripSteak by Michael Mina
Rating:	/ 4.3 stars based on 1,219 reviews across the Web
Address:	4441 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140
Phone:	(305) 674-4780
Cuisine:	Steakhouse
Price:	$$$$
Attire:	Casual Chic
Payment:	Cash, All Major Credit Cards
Reservations:	Yes
Parking:	Valet parking
Chef:	Thomas Connell
Website:
Hours:	Mo-We 6pm-12am, Th-Fr 6:00pm-1am, Sa-Su 6pm-12am

Open only for dinner, you must start your meal in the Nobu Lounge where innovations on the tropical infused martini set the stage for a wonderful evening. The omakase, or multi-course chef’s choice menu is the most popular way to dine.

For those less adventurous about raw fish, the black cod with miso and the rock shrimp tempura are the stuff of legend. Service is quick, friendly and helpful should you find yourself puzzled by anything on the menu.

While the dining room feels slightly like the bottom of a very chic swimming pool, have no fear – Nobu is the master of everything that can swim!

The restaurant’s unique focal point is a vertical garden lining the wall of the dining room with 50 terra cotta pots filled with fresh herbs. “The restaurant’s name means seed,” said Chef Joulin. “ We chose this name to elaborate on the fact that each of our freshly prepared menu items is made using primarily organic ingredients.” The seasonally driven menu includes lobster with a mango remoulade, grilled branzino and seared ahi tuna in a ginger miso broth. A glass wine cellar at the back of the house is filled with a carefully curated selection served with dinner and also available at happy hour seven nights a week from 6-8pm. Specially priced beers, appetizers and house wines draw appreciative crowds to the bar and alfresco tables where this celebrated chef crafts his magic.

Executives dip in for the lunchtime beef burger and Wolfgang’s classic steak sandwich paired with fries and golden onion rings. The 270-seat dining room sports hardwood floors, a sparkling wine locker with over 250 labels and an impressive mahogany bar where classic cocktails and flat screen TVs compete with the dazzling Miami River view. Guests who are willing to tear themselves away from sports or the financial news can escape to a breezy dining terrace overlooking the city and the scene. Host Wolfgang Zwiener spent 40 years at New York’s Peter Luger steakhouse so he knows exactly how to craft the perfect evening from the first chilled martini to the last piece of Junior’s cheesecake.

Open Monday through Thursday from 12:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Friday from 12:00 p.m. to midnight, Saturday from 5:00 p.m. to midnight and Sunday from 5:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Early risers can stop in for a quick pick-me-up continental breakfast before hitting the beach or indulge in a full buffet of freshly baked treats, cereals, eggs and pancakes. A la carte options include traditional eggs benedict as well as local favorites like grilled churrasco steak & eggs or fresh Florida shrimp scrambled into a fluffy omelet. On Sundays, the breakfast buffet expands to include made-to-order malt waffles, carved meats and fresh fish, pastas, sushi and wood stone oven-baked pizzas. Served from 11am-3pm, brunch at Vida is the most popular destination in the hotel.

Evenings at the Fontainebleau get pretty busy with Gotham Steak, Hakkasan, and Scarpetta each offering gourmet fare, but Vida holds it’s own with a tempting variety of Mediterranean inspired options including rich lobster bisque, tangy sofrito mussels, crispy seared Florida snapper with roast garlic sopresatta and a tender veal chop topped with cipollini onions in a mushroom ragout. Carnivores can feast on rotisserie grilled leg of lamb, mojo glazed chicken and churrasco steak topped with a spicy chimichurri sauce. Before guests drift off for cocktails at Bleau Bar or a night of dancing at LIV, a gooey chocolate fondue with fresh fruit, marshmallows and chunks of just-baked brownies offers the perfect ending to a truly memorable meal!

Vida at the Fontainebleau is located in the Chateau lobby level. Open seven days a week from 7am to 10 pm weeknights and 11pm Saturday and Sunday.

Bringing a soulful spin to traditional Italian cooking, dinner starts with vegetable minestrone soup, shaved beef carpaccio and a daily choice of house-made pizzas. Pastas include a rustic spaghetti and pomidoro, risotto topped with mixed shellfish and a fettuccine with a Bolognese of beef and pork that’s rich and satisfying. Main plate entrees celebrate Florida’s freshest seafood with local grouper and pompano taking pride of place. Carnivores have a choice of 22 oz strip steaks, Duroc Farm pork chops and a Colorado rack of lamb crusted in pumpkin seeds served with a stone fruit jus. The Shore Club, located in the Collins Park District at the northern end of South Beach, also features the SkyBar and Redroom for after hours cocktails in an elegant garden setting.

This intimate Italian restaurant and loft/ lounge feels as cozy and inviting as your own home base, but the perk is having a master chef like Sergio Sigala prepare your meal. With no more than 100 seats for dining guests (including a special table for 18 in the kitchen), Casa Tua is truly a destination of the elite. Reservations aren’t easy to come by and those who manage to land them are real VIPs.

Once dinner has come to a close, guests can make their way to an upstairs loft/lounge that is as welcoming and peaceful as the confines of your own boudoir. Chill music fills the air as guests enjoy an upscale night out on the town away from the hustle and bustle of Washington Avenue and Ocean Drive. While Casa Tua is tucked away on Miami Beach’s James Avenue, it still carries a unique feel of the Italian Tuscany. Oh, and translated, Casa Tua means “your home.”

Executive chef Sergio Sigala and sous-chef Gabriela Bergomi combine their talents to create innovative variations of Italian cuisine in a glamorously unusual setting that has become the talk of the town in Miami Beach.

Naturally, we underestimated the appeal of the thoughtfully designed spaces, the carefully crafted cuisine and the upwardly mobile tastes of the clientele. Almost 15,000 square feet of the main floor have been dedicated to David Werly’s haute, East-meets-West cuisine. A team of international chefs from Thailand, China, India and Europe work seamlessly to create a menu that reaches from stone-over pizza to Tasmanian trout.

The main dining room features an exhibition kitchen for those who wish to watch the Olympians craft the “trans-ethnic” dishes. Weather permitting, dine in the romantic sunken garden area surrounded by quiet ponds and tropical blooms. Foodies will swoon for the Wagyu beef and the tandoor-roasted prawns complimented with over 450 wines.

If the pricey entrees prove too daunting, there are plenty of opportunities to sample the kitchen’s craftsmanship at the Grill or the more casual outdoor cafe. Guests impressed with the best can sip champagne and sample caviar and tapas at the spectacular Crustacean Bar or dine alfresco at the 90 foot Mediterranean-style Beach Bar.

Whichever area you choose, take the time to wander through this thoughtfully designed, quintessentially Miami Beach hotel. Things have gotten a lot more glamorous now that the Setai has upped the ante on South Beach Style.

The casual and elegant outdoor seating lines Ocean Drive, and is the perfect spot to spend an evening, watching the diverse sidewalk scene pass by. The indoor seating is expansive, and they are happy to cater to large parties. Say hello to Sherri Quinn, mingling amongst the diners almost every evening, making sure this dining experience is one of the best on the beach.

Many locals prefer Prime Italian to the sometimes overwhelming Prime One Twelve crowds, finding many of their favorite menu options travel easily from door to door. Take advantage of the best of both worlds by sharing a perfectly grilled steak paired with an Italian favorite.

The top seats in the house are closest to the windows or out on the patio if weather permits. While a lively dining room can be a plus in a town like South Beach, some may find the noise levels closer to the back of the house unpleasant.

Wherever you sit, expect friendly service, delicious smoked meats & cheeses plus menu standouts like toothsome risotto and tender short ribs with house made gnocchi. Fans of family-friendly Italian restaurants may experience sticker shock at the presentation of the check so be warned that a quiet lunch may be a better time to sample the kitchen’s efforts like pizza, sandwiches and that gooey, cheesy bread.

It’s tough to find room for dessert even if you’ve exercised judicious restraint with the menu. The signature sweet at Prime Italian is the deliciously goofy fried Oreo cookie, a lowbrow confection paired with ice cream and sauce that garners plenty of attention. True chocolate lovers should opt instead for the chocolate souffle, an airy masterpiece served with tart black cherries and fresh cream. Best enjoyed with a crowd and easiest to digest if someone else is footing the bill, Prime Italian rolls at the speed of South Beach seven nights a week!

Nestled on a quiet stretch of James Avenue, north of the bright lights of Lincoln Road, Ola features an 80-seat indoor/outdoor patio restaurant and a smaller rooftop dining area that can be reserved for private parties or a romantic dinner-for-two prepared just for you. The vibe is cool and quiet, spa-like and serene.

Executive Chef Horacio Rivadero oversees the production of the restaurant’s signature ceviches and a small-plate tapas style menu in addition to his responsibilities at the Coral Gables Steak & Tapas location. Perhaps the best approach to the menu is to sample a few varieties of raw fish marinated in a lime infusion spiked with chili or cooled with avocado and topped with the traditional crunchy corn nuts favored in Ecuador. If you are not a fan of sushi or sashimi, this may not be your best dining option. Consider instead a culinary happy hour – trying a taste of the bright, tropical small plates and a cocktail at sunset. Entrees from Hudson Valley duck breast to sumptuous crispy pork served with yuca will satisfy the meat eaters in your party. Just remember to leave room for the deconstructed Key Lime Pie afterward.

If you’re looking for a respite from the bright lights of our little city, Ola brings a fresh approach to dining on South Beach. Stop by and say, “Hola!” to the cuisine Of Latin America- it’s well worth the journey to discover something new and delicious.

Sushi Chef Katsuya Uechi blends Japanese flavors for American palates and enjoys star status amongst his Los Angeles celebrity clientele. Opening his first LA restaurant in 1997, the chef sources his seafood globally and divides his menu between cooked and raw composed seafood dishes and premium Kobe beef plates. Popular dishes include Crispy Rice with Spicy Tuna, Kobe Tobanyaki and an offering that immediately recalls a Nobu standout – Miso-Marinated Black Cod. Of the celebrated east coast sushi king Nobu, Katsuya diplomatically commented that [Matsuhisa] was “the one who got attention for sushi tastes… he’s great to do that. But since then we’ve changed things little by little.”

His new South Beach restaurant offers a tempting mixture of small plates and sushi, robata and the signature composed rolls that have made Katsuya famous. Foodies can request a $75 tasting menu or a simple $25 prix fixe meal. The dining room provides a stunning black and white backdrop for beautifully presented dishes served under the watchful eye of oversized Geisha graphics. Open Sunday through Wednesday from 6pm-midnight and 1am weekends, Katsuya by Starck promises to be the season’s top spot to see and be seen!

The resort’s Atlantico Restaurant handles early risers and J&G Grill picks up at Sunday Brunch and daily lunch service just before noon. Executive Chef Jordi Valles oversees all food and beverage operations including a full roster of Jean Georges’ most popular appetizers, sides and accompaniments served alongside freshly grilled seafood and meat at J&G seven nights a week. Valles will also dedicate his attention to Fresco, a poolside grill with tables along the lushly landscaped veranda.

Chef Valles hales from Barcelona Spain and learned to cook in his family’s kitchen where his mother and grandmother stirred his passion for the culinary arts. He went on to study at the Escola D’Hostaleria and worked with the holy trinity of Spain’s acclaimed chefs – Pedro Subijana, Juan Mari Arzak, and Ferrán Adrià. He credits these culinary icons for inspiring his passion and dedication to his craft. He served for a year at Chef Subijana’s Akelare Restaurant, learned Basque techniques and flavors under Arzak and was asked to be Chef de Cuisine at the elBulli fish station.

Bringing more than 20 years experience to the tables at the St. Regis Resort, Valles has lived and worked around the world in Mexico, China and Spain which imparts a broad range of culinary influences to his menus. J&G Grill will feature Asian and French inspired cuisine, Atlantico will showcase his expertise with seafood and the casual Fresco Oceanfront Grill will highlight the flavors of South America. The St. Regis Bar & Wine Vault, located in the hotel’s lobby, serves as an intimate gathering spot where guests can sample over 2,500 bottles from 450 vineyards in 14 different countries. Chef Valles offers a tapas menu designed to pair agreeably with every pour.

Harmonizing global menus with the thoughtfully-designed restaurants throughout the St. Regis Bal Harbour promises every diner a truly memorable culinary experience. Whether stopping in the lobby for a cocktail with friends or joining guests for a dinner inspired by celebrated Chef John-Georges Vongerichten, every meal enhances the luster of a South Florida holiday at one of the brightest new resorts in town!

Serving all day seven days a week, the restaurant area has been expanded to encompass the main dining room, lounge, veranda and lobby on the Delano’s ground floor.

Bianca isn’t the only dining option available at the Delano this season. Check out UMI Sushi & Sake Bar; modern sushi presented in a classic environment. Located in the center of the hotel’s breathtaking lobby, UMI serves guests at a communal dining table where they can sample a variety of Japanese seafood preparations, traditional and innovative cocktails and curated sakes.

The richly-appointed dining room sports golden velvet banquettes, polished marble floors and double-height windows swathed in shimmering metallic drapery. Service starts with steaming cheese puffs and an extensive selection from the innovative cocktail menu or a 350 label wine list. Service is discrete and professional which comes in handy when requesting help sorting out the unique variety of rich international choices crafted by this adept and inventive chef. Another bright spot at Lippi is the technically perfect and deliciously different pastries crafted by Sarah Thompson who adeptly handles bold new ideas and old school classics like an impeccably lofty soufflé. Next time you’re celebrating something special, this Brickell showplace offers the perfect backdrop for a memorable night.

Name:	Lippi Restaurant
Rating:	/ 4.0 stars based on 72 reviews across the Web
Address:	600 Brickell Ave, Miami, FL 33131
Phone:	(305) 579-1888
Cuisine:	Mediterranean
Price:	$$$$
Attire:	Casual Chic
Payment:	Cash, All Major Credit Cards
Reservations:	Yes
Parking:	Valet, Garage & Street parking
Chef:	Philippe Ruiz
Website:	www.lippirestaurants.com
Hours:	Mo-Fr 12:00pm-3pm, Mo-Sa 6:00pm-1am

Diners can start the evening at Bar Centro, a tapas & cocktail lounge featuring innovative libations dreamed up by the chef using fresh herbs, local fruits and seasonal vegetables. The dinner menu at Bazaar includes an Asian-inspired selection of “Singapore Connection” small plates (spring rolls, dumplings, bao) plus “New Generation Nigiri” seafood dishes (Japanese tacos, Cuban Escabeche, Dragon Fruit Ceviche). Andrés playfully incorporates local Latin flavors in his menu creating upscale riffs on Peruvian potatoes, yuca churros and slow-cooked Cuban-style Pollo al Ajillo. Enjoy a mix of cultures and cuisines as you travel around the world without ever leaving the table at this dazzling South Beach restaurant.

Name:	Bazaar by José Andrés
Rating:	/ 4.0 stars based on 86 reviews across the Web
Address:	1701 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Phone:	(305) 455-2999
Cuisine:	Spanish
Price:	$$$$
Attire:	Casual
Payment:	Cash, All Major Credit Cards
Reservations:	Yes
Parking:	Valet
Chef:	José Andrés
Website:	www.thebazaar.com
Hours:	Mo-We 6:00pm-11pm, Th-Sa 6:00pm-12am, Su 6:00pm-11pm

Truly a special occasion restaurant, dinner at NAOE can last up to three hours and starts at $160 per person with an additional charge for sake, sushi and gratuity. The small space is designed to focus attention away from the world and zero in on the meal itself with seafood being the star of each night’s menu. Perhaps the most important element of the NAOE experience is that every person in the room made an extraordinary effort to be there, which makes this an exceptional culinary adventure provided by a truly dedicated team.

Name:	NAOE
Rating:	/ 4.5 stars based on 370 reviews across the Web
Address:	661 Brickell Key Dr, Miami, FL 33139
Phone:	(305) 947-6263
Cuisine:	Japanese
Price:	$$$$
Attire:	Casual
Payment:	Cash, All Major Credit Cards
Reservations:	Yes
Parking:	On-street parking
Chef:	Kevin Cory
Website:	www.naoemiami.com
Hours:	Mo Closed, Tu-Su 6:00pm-9:30pm

Start your evening at the enomatic wine bar, a fully automated serving system that decants each bottle so that guests can sample a number of fine wines by the glass. Craft a tasting of curated pours from ten stations broken down into full bodied reds, oaky whites, crisp rosés and milder fruit finishes. Pair your drinks with Chef Doyne’s creative tapas and then move on to a selection of steaks, fresh Florida seafood and the chef’s signature pastas. Midway through your meal the attentive waitstaff will ask if you’re feeling like a special soufflé for dessert and of course your answer should be a resounding, “Yes!”

Name:	The Forge
Rating:	/ 4.3 stars based on 533 reviews across the Web
Address:	432 41st St, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Phone:	(305) 538-8533
Cuisine:	Steakhouse
Price:	$$$$
Attire:	Chic
Payment:	Cash, All Major Credit Cards
Reservations:	Yes
Parking:	Valet & On-street parking
Chef:	Julia Doyne
Website:	www.theforge.com
Hours:	Mo-Th 6:00pm-11pm, Fr-Sa 6:00pm-12am, Su 6pm-11pm

Scarpetta at the Fontainebleau Resort offers breathtaking ocean views and professional and attentive service. Meals start out with that signature crusty bread served with a variety of spreads to enjoy with a glass of wine from the extensive collection. Highlights from the menu include creamy polenta, any of the house-made pastas and some truly decadent desserts. While the music in the dining room might overwhelm more intimate conversation, this is still a perfect spot for date night with someone special or an evening worth sharing with friends.

Name:	Scarpetta
Rating:	/ 4.5 stars based on 323 reviews across the Web
Address:	4441 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140
Phone:	(305) 674-4660
Cuisine:	Italian
Price:	$$$$
Attire:	Casual Chic
Payment:	Cash, All Major Credit Cards
Reservations:	Yes
Parking:	Valet parking
Chef:	Scott Conant
Website:	www.fontainebleau.com/web/dining/scarpetta/‎
Hours:	Mo-Su 24 Hours