Twenty one picks for the best Miami brunches with all kinds of cuisine, from Chinese, Eastern Med and Italian to French, Greek, Japanese, American, soul food and more all around town. There’s an asterisk next to the name of the restaurants I have written up if you want to read more. For sure there’s one for you!
Best Brunch Miami Brickell
The Henry* – An American Bistro
Heaven knows there’s no lack of Asian, Mediterranean, or Mexican restaurants in Miami so we were happy to see – surprise – an American bistro open. Better yet, it’s run by a professional operation that is also serious about its food. The Henry is the creation of Sam Fox, 11-time James Beard nominated restauranteur and founder of Fox Restaurant Concepts that owns multiple brands. It’s open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week and also has a ventanita selling my kind of pastries and cakes.
Located on the first level of Brickell City Centre, and spacious, it has 260 seats with indoor and outdoor dining and a 68 seat bar. The brunch menu is divided into chilled seafood, breakfast, burrito or bowl, breakfast sides, appetizers, salads, entrees and desserts.
Find classic American breakfast items in The Henry brunch like the smoked salmon bagel , smashed avocado toast with aged cheddar and the cinnamon sugar French toast with strawberry compote and vanilla crema . But there’s also what they call “globally inspired” cuisine like rancheros breakfast bowl or spicy tuna and crispy rice. The chefs have a flair for taking classics and making them exciting, like roasted turkey French dip sandwich that you dip into turkey broth and exciting salads.
Prices are fair, given the quality and good size portions that can be shared, as well as the fact that entrees come with French fries and salad, not the “naked” entrees one finds in many places. Everything is made in house, including the baked goods, in a large kitchen one can view through windows in the dining room. The one exception is the bread which comes from Sullivan Bakery. The service was friendly and attentive.
The Henry brunch is served Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Henry is located at 701 S. Miami Avenue, Miami, FL 33130. There’s also a ventanita serving coffee and house made pastries. Visit thehenryrestaurant.com.
Sexy FISH*
Sexy Fish has a new entry into the luxury brunch offering – their Sexy Sunday Brunch. Every Sunday guests can tailor their experience with a choice of tiered beverage packages; options include endlessly flowing specialty cocktails, champagne, wine, or non-alcoholic elixirs ranging from $120 to $340.
The culinary journey begins with a lavish selection of starters, meant to be shared by the table, including Japanese Bread Service, Miso Soup, Guacamole with Nori Chips, Salt & Pepper Squid, Prawn Gyoza and a selection of Sushi, Sashimi, Salads and Raw Bites.
For the main course, diners can choose from dishes like Slow Cooked Brisket, Baby Chicken & Yuzu, Salmon Teriyaki or Prime Skirt Steak & Chimichurri. Entrees are complemented by accompaniments ranging from Grilled Sweet Corn, Broccolini and Kimchi Fried Rice. Save room for a sweet finish as the meal culminates with a selection of house-made Japanese sweets and treats.
Cost: $78 pp. Bottomless Cocktails extra. Time: 12 pm-4 pm.
Sexy Fish Miami is located at 1001 S. Miami Ave., Miami, FL 33130. Tel: (305) 889-7888. Visit sexyfishmiami.com.
ZUMA *– One of the Tops
Choose indoors or outdoors overlooking the Miami River. It’s pricey, but always delivers on quality and atmosphere. Choose a champagne package for $158, rose package for $178 or for $368 for Dom Perignon . The champagne packages come with unlimited select cocktails, access to the sushi bar, cold and hot buffet, one entree per person and desserts. Food only packages are $108 for adults and $58 for kids 5-12 (snacks and access to the buffets). Enjoy snacks, access to the cold and hot buffet (sushi bar, raw bar, robata, live cooking station), a choice of entree and dessert. Saturday and Sunday from 11:30. (Saturday, with last seating at 2 p.m.) from 11:30 a.m. (Sunday with last seating at 2:30 p.m.). Indoor and outdoor seating. Valet parking.
Zuma is located at 270 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL, 33131. Tel: (305) 577-0277.
Visit zumarestaurant.com.
Hutong Miami* – Handsome Setting for Northern Chinese Cuisine
Contemporary Northern Chinese restaurant and bar Hutong offers an interactive Bubbles & Bao Brunch every Sunday from 11:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Inspired by the number eight symbolizing fortune and good luck in Chinese culture, the two-hour experience is available for $88 per adult ($68 pp for food only). The free-flowing experience showcases a celebration of traditional Chinese flavors and cuisine, coupled with innovative culinary techniques across an array of offerings, all paired with bottomless cocktails, wine, and beer.
For leisurely grazing, culinary stations are peppered throughout the restaurant including a Roasted Peking Duck carving display to pair with traditional accouterments and Hutong’s classic Dan Dan Noodles to be served individually. Live music from Hutong’s resident DJs set the tone for this festive brunch, perfect for large groups and family gatherings.
Diners looking for a boozy Sunday celebration can also sip on Hutong’s lavish beverage packages. Experience free-flowing prosecco, select signature cocktails, wine and beer, including Hutong’s signature Lychee Martinis, Spicy Margaritas and Hutong Amante Spritz can be enjoyed for the reservation duration.
For brunch reservations, please contact www.hutong-miami.com or call (786) 388-0805.
Hutong is located in the heart of Brickell at 600 Brickell Ave, Miami, FL 33131. Tel: (786) 388-0805. Visit www.hutong-miami.com.
Osaka* – Fine Nikkei cuisine
Brickell hotspot Osaka Nikkei has an enticing brunch featuring all-new food offerings and beverage packages. Offered on Sundays from 12PM to 3:30PM, the a-la-carte menu features unique dishes such as a King Crab Nori Bun made with Japanese milk bread, yuzu acevichada sauce and shiso; a Kaisen Platter adorned with an assorted seafood selection, Nikkei accouterment, and Nikkei chalaquita; and steak & eggs. Guests can also enjoy the “Nomihoudai Unlimited” brunch beverage package for $95 per person which includes unlimited Moet & Chandon Brut Imperial Champagne, Chateau D’Escans Rose, cocktails, wine, beer and sake. As an upgrade, guests can opt for the “Tokubetsu Botoru” special bottle selection such as Krug 170th Ed Grand Cuvee Brut for $350 and more. Valet parking.
Osaka is located at 1300 Brickell Bay Drive, Miami, FL 33131. Tel: (786) 627-4800.
Visit osakanikkei.com.
Novikov*
Sunday brunch returns to Novikov with their Signature Market Table for $94, a Premium Market Table for $144 and the Elite Market Table at $164.
Included in all packages are the Raw Bar, with oysters, shrimp, Wagyu tataki, tuna and salmon tataki, a selection of sashimi, Nigiri and Maki, a Salad Bar with Octopus Salad, grilled baby gem, Seaweed salad, tofu and edamame salad; an assortment of Dim Sum and hot dishes such as Mango Chicken, Salmon Teriyaki, Pork Ribs, etc. and a Dessert Bar with an assortment of chef’s selections.
Novikov is located at 300 S Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33131. Tel: (305) 489-1000.
Visit www.novikovmiami.com.
Best Brunch Coral Gables
Zucca *— Stylish and Delicious
Housed on the ground floor of the landmark Hotel St. Michel in Coral Gables, Zucca serves authentic Italian fare and an award-winning wine list in a modern, comfortable setting. The restaurant is known as a spot for family gatherings and elegant romantic dining, as well as a destination for business meals and happy hour.
Zucca is offering a special Sunday Brunch Prix-Fixe Menu, which includes six signature appetizers such as veal tenderloin and lamb meatballs served over San Marzano tomato sauce; choice of 8 main courses ranging from grilled beef tenderloin with fries to ravioli stuffed with pumpkin in butter and sage sauce to branzino with organic vegetables; and dessert for the price of $65 per guest. Guests may also enjoy a Bottomless Prosecco option of Mimosas and Bellinis for $25 /hour for a maximum of 2 hours. Brunch is served on Sundays from noon to 4 p.m.
Zucca is located at 162 Alcazar Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134. Tel: 786.580.3731.
Visit zuccamiami.com
Enjoy brunch at Chef Thomas Keller’s award-winning bistro, Bouchon in Coral Gables and indulge in their brunch menu. Sample their signature menu items like the Croque Madame ($29.50), Pain Perdu, their French toast served with crème Chantilly and seasonal berries ($17.50), Quiche du Jour ($24), Salade de Saumon ($39), and much more. There is also a seafood menu with oysters, mussels, lobsters, and a caviar platter for $150. Indoor and outdoor seating. It’s offered weekends from Noon to 4 p.m.
Bouchon Bistro is located at 2101 Galiano Street, Coral Gables, FL, 33134. Tel: 305.990.1360. Visit thomaskeller.com.
Daniel’s Miami*
Located in the former iconic Fiola Miami space, the high-end steak house also offers a Sunday prix-fixe brunch menu for $45 per person, excluding tax and gratuity, starting at 11:30 to 3:00 p.m. For $35, add their bottomless sparkling beverage package, including Bellinis and Mimosas.
Begin with an appetizer of Kale Salad, Strawberry Gazpacho, Cobia Ceviche or Wagyu Beef Empanadas with spicy sriracha aioli, followed by a choice of entrée. Choose from Belgian Waffles, Mezze Rigate Vodka Pasta, Eggs Benedict or Cacio e Pepe Lumachine Pasta, Grilled Canary Island Branzino or Steak & Eggs. Save room for Soft Serve Ice-Cream or Sorbet for dessert.
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Daniel’s is located at 1500 San Ignacio Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33146. Tel: (305) 912-2639.
Visit danielssteak.com.
Best Miami Brunches, Coconut Grove
AVA – Mediterranean and Upscale Greek Fare
AVA MediterrAegean – Riviera Dining Group of MILA fame has a weekend brunch celebrating the connection between land and sea through refined, ingredient-driven dishes, drawing inspiration from the Cycladic region and the broader Mediterranean.The decor is casually stylish, done with taste, and using natural materials.Available every Saturday and Sunday from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM, AVA’s à la carte brunch features an expansive selection of breakfast favorites alongside elevated mains, salads, mezze, raw bar offerings, and desserts. Standout dishes include Eggs Shakshuka, Maine Lobster Mykonaki Roll, French Toast, Greek Branzino Filet, Santorini Wild Shrimp Arrabbiata, and a decadent Seafood Tower, among others. The food is delicious and the service friendly and professional. They also offer their dinner menu at brunch. Indoor and outdoor seating.
AVA is located at 2889 McFarlane Road, Coconut Grove.
Amal Miami* – Brunch with a Difference, Modern Lebanese Fare
Now here’s something different and seriously delicious — modern Lebanese food for brunch at new Coconut Grove restaurant, Amal. Choose cold or hot mezze, a traditional Middle Eastern breakfast, From the Oven flatbreads, eggs and omelettes, entrees, sweets and sides. Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Parking lot adjacent.
Amal is located at 3480 Main Hwy, Coconut Grove, Miami, FL, 33133. Tel: (786) 369-0846. Visit amalmiami.com.
Best Brunch Miami Beach FL
MILA Miami *– A Star Brunch in Town
Rooftop glam spot MILA Miami has a handsome outdoor space with a massive water feature, cabanas and landscaped setting. Its brunch philosophy is inspired by Asian and Mediterranean cultures.
Begin your “MediterrAsian” Brunch with a bakery selection of freshly baked croissants and seasonal tropical fruits, followed by a selection of cured meats, artisanal cheeses, and handcrafted breads.
At the center of the experience, a 5J Jamón carving station offers premium cuts, alongside curated salads and a Sushi and Temaki Handroll Station. Guests can also enjoy a Raw Bar with freshly shucked oysters and a Mezze station highlighted by MILA’s signature eggplant caviar. On the outdoor rooftop bar, the experience continues with a live Robata grill and a dedicated Spritz station.
Brunch concludes with desserts featuring chef-crafted sweets and a Gelato Station.
You can also purchase a beverage package: the unlimited Champagne/Rose brunch two-hour specials from $125 to $320 per person (Dom Perignon) or a non-alcoholic package for $95. Each package comes with a generous buffet with salads, Mediterranean spreads, charcuterie and cheese, fruit and pastry, robata, maki, hot meat, salmon carving, chilled seafood, and dessert. Cocktails are also included in the champagne and rose packages. Brunch is offered Sunday from 11:30 to 2:30 p.m. Valet parking and municipal garage nearby.
MILA Miami is located at 1636 Meridian Ave., Miami, FL 33139. Visit mila-miami.com.
The Deck at Island Gardens* – Spectacular skyline view and glam spot (EMAIL TO KAREN)
Every Sunday from 12-4 PM, one of Miami’s most treasured waterfront restaurants offers a variety of delectable food stations, bottomless cocktails and live entertainment. Think: Upscale brunch with a mix of stellar stations. The world is your oyster…from a Chilled from the Sea station, grilled steaks, classic breakfast stations and more – guests will have a plethora of options at their fingertips. The stunning Sunday brunch is complete with decadent desserts and brunch cocktails including Mimosas, Bellinis, Spritz, and Sangria. To add to the fun, guests can sit back and enjoy live beats by rotating DJ’s, singers and bands each week. Pricing starts at $95 to $175 depending on the beverage selection, per person. Guests can enjoy brunch by reserving a table, cabana or bar seating via The Deck at Island Gardens Brunch Booking Page, calling the restaurant directly at 786.627.4949 or emailing thedeck@islandgardens.com. Covered outdoor seating. Paid parking lot and valet parking.
The Deck at Island Gardens is located at 888 MacArthur Causeway, Miami, FL. Tel: 786.627.4949. Visit islandgardens.com.
Joia Beach* – Waterside, On the Beach and Great Views
Known for hosting Miami’s most unique nightlife experiences, Joia Beach now brings its magic to Miami ả la carte brunch every Sunday from 11:30 until 4:00pm in the restaurant. Dishes include Classic Egg Benedict ($28), chef’s specialty Belgian waffles ($21), pancakes or French Toast ($22) and a bagel tower with smoked salmon ($65), that’s ideal for sharing. The full menu is also offered.
For Sunday brunch there’s live entertainment, featuring a live drummer, saxophone player, and DJ performances.
Joia Beach @ Jungle Island is located at 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, FL 33132
Tel: 305.400.7280.
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Best Miami Brunches: Wynwood, Design District, Downtown, North Miami Beach, Miami River
Red Rooster* – Seriously Delicious Comfort Food
If you like comfort food for your brunch in Miami, you’ll be drooling when you read the menu of Star chef Marcus Samuelson’s Red Rooster in Overtown. But it’s not the usual comfort food, but rather, with his creative twist. The menu is divided into categories: Fruit and pastry, salads, Mezze plates, a raw bar with fresh oysters, white fish ceviche and Florida shrimp, fried options, including fried chicken, fried catfish and sweet corn hush puppies, organic egg omelets or traditional items such as shrimp and grits, andouille sausage, mac & cheese and collard greens. Options from the grill include lamb kofte, chicken kushiyaki, whole smoked salon, flank steak and smoked ribs.
Don’t forget to save room for the chef’s selection of desserts.
Outdoor and indoor dining. Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday, with a Breakfast Buffet on Sunday from 11 am to 4 pm with Music by DJ TilleryJames. Prices: $65 for adults; Children | $32.50 (ages 6 – 13); Children | 5 and under free. Excludes beverage, tax and gratuity.
Street parking.
Red Rooster is located at 920 NW 2nd Ave., Miami, FL 33136.
Visit redroosterovertown.com.
Casadonna* — Lovely and stylish outdoor setting
Housed in the historic Miami Women’s Club, Casadonna includes four spaces, each with its own décor designed in collaboration with designer, Ken Fulk, and an ambiance of Italian coastal life.
The cuisine is also inspired by the Italian coastal towns of Naples, Taormina, Bari, Positano, and Gaeta.
Stop by on the weekend for their “Weekend Brunch on the Bay,” with their endless brunch from Saturdays 11:00 to 2:30 p.m., and on Sundays from 11:00 to 3:00 p.m. Adults are $98 and kids under 12, $58 plus tax and gratuity.
Caviar service offered starting at $95 for Kaluga, or $175 for Imperial Osetra as well as a variety of bottomless beverage packages, such as the indulgent Moet & Chandon and Dom Perignon package for $227.
Brunch offerings include a selection of seasonal salads, sushi selections, a raw bar with oysters, prawns, crab and ceviche and entrees such as hand-carved prime rib, homemade pasta and pizzettas, made-to-order omelettes and fried chicken and waffles.
Casadonna is located at 1737 N. Bayshore Dr., Miami, Fl 33132. Tel: (305) 475.2272.
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Contessa*
Housed in a two-story space with a spectacular alfresco terrace, pink-hued bar and ornately framed mirrors, Contessa complements the high fashion of the Design District.
Bright, airy, and refined, Contessa is a restaurant suited to everything from breakfast in the sun to a Northern Italian feast, a place to meet friends for cocktails or to enjoy a weekend brunch from 11:30am to 4:30pm.
The á la carte brunch includes everything from appetizers such as Burrata & Caviar Bruschetta, Tuna Crudo and Truffle Pizza to main courses such as Spicy Lobster Capellini, Lamb Chops Scottadito, Rigatoni Bolognese and a Classic Veal Milanese.
Contessa is located at 111 NE 41st St., Miami, FL 33137.
Visit contessaristorante.com.
Seaspice* – Riverfront, seafood specialties and lots of “buzz”
Now a classic for brunch in Miami, this buzzy riverside restaurant is a favorite as a yachtsman’s eating stop and for those who want to enjoy a new vista of Miami.
One of the best locations in Miami offers brunch on Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4:00 p.m. We stopped by on a recent weekend and found the music loungey, but not too loud, the food was tasty, and the atmosphere, lovely. Choose from the Short Rib Benedict, with poached egg, English muffin, moo onions and a chili hollandaise sauce or the Smoked Salmon Benedict with braised leeks, English muffin and a dill hollandaise sauce, Truffle Tagliatelle, a poached egg, parmesan fondue or the American Waygu Burger with Gruyere cheese, carmelized onion, truffle aioli, and lettuce and tomato on a crisp bun.
A full a la carte menu is also available during brunch. It’s a lovely way to spend a weekend afternoon.
Indoor and outdoor seating. 422 NW N. River Drive, Miami, Florida. Valet and street parking. Visit www.seaspice.com.
Bagatelle Miami River*
Bagatelle Miami River offers an ả la carte Brunch Menu on Sunday by Chefs Rocco Seminara and Chef Marco Estrada, inspired by their Mediterranean roots. They call their cuisine “joyful, authentic, modern and generous.”
Starters include a sea bass ceviche ($26), Black Angus Beef with Arrabbiata sauce, ($28), Bagatelle tuna tartare ($32) or a Pizza Romana with Mozzarella, Cacio & Pepe and Seasonal Truffle ($45).
For a splurge, try their Bagatelle Caviar Platters or Seafood Platter with shrimp, octopus salad and lobster. Prices range from ($290 for 50g of Kristal caviar to $845 for 125g).
Entrées range from Ravioli with black truffle ($61) to a whole fish ($145).
Bagatelle Miami River is located at 311 NW S. River Dr., Miami, FL 33128. Tel: (786) 637-2174.
Visit https://bagatelle.com.
Pastis Miami*
From the City of Lights to the Magic City, the spirit of the original Paris Pastis lives on in Wynwood, along with its iconic curved zinc bar, white subway tiles and signature red banquettes. Daily menus are mounted inside gold-framed, hand-painted mirrors. Unique to Miami is a sprawling outdoor garden and courtyard that allows guests to enjoy the beautiful tropical weather from their enclosed pergola.
Brunch selections include an ả la carte variety of patisseries, fromages, seafood, hor’s d’oeuvres such as smoked salmon on a toasted bagel, tuna carpaccio or onion soup. Salads and sandwiches include a Salade Nicoise, Warm Shrimp Salad or a Cheeseburger ả l’americaine.
Traditional breakfast items such as pancakes, French Toast, Eggs, Quiche Lorraine and Avocado Tartine are also on the menu, complemented by full-course entrees of New York Strip Steak, Chicken Paillard and Trout Amandine.
Pastis Miami is located at 380 NW 26th St, Miami, FL 33127. Tel: (305) 686-3050. Brunch is offered on Saturday and Sunday.
Mirabella – Italian Brunch with ocean views
Mirabella at Fontainebleau Miami Beach offers an irresistible brunch in Miami while taking in the beautiful ocean views.
Brunch enthusiasts can enjoy a range of dishes including fluffy pancakes with ricotta, lemon curd and mixed berries, as well as Branzino with breadcrumbs and lemon. However, the highlight of the brunch lies within the buffet stations. Guests can indulge in the Salumi & Formaggio Action Station, which offers an assortment of cured meats and cheeses. Alternatively, they can head to the Crudo Station to enjoy a selection of fresh seafood. For those with a sweet tooth, the Dolce Station awaits, offering desserts and tropical fruits. And with many more stations to explore, there’s something for everyone’s taste. For those looking to splurge a bit more, can opt for the bottle of Moët for $30. Prices: $85 ++ for adults, $45++ per child (under 10) Times Offered: Sunday, 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
Mirabella at Fontainebleau is located at 4441 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140. Tel: (305) 674-4660. Visit www.fontainebleau.com.
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Wonderful selection!