Paya

4.8

40 Reviews

$31 to $50

Caribbean

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2 people

Dec 26, 2024

11:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Innovative
Great for creative cocktails

Paya is an exuberant, island-inspired restaurant and bar located on Miami’s South Beach founded by Mohamed “Mo” Alkassar and Chef Niven Patel, the duo behind FEAL Hospitality. It is a platform for Chef Niven Patel to pay homage to the insular cuisines of the Caribbean, Southeast Asia, and Spain’s islands, where he and Mo have either worked or visited extensively. Chef Niven’s dishes incorporate ingredients he grows at Rancho Patel, complemented by vibrant wines and tropical, farm to glass cocktails.

The restaurant features 56 dining room seats, 25 bar seats, and 8 raw bar seats, with a gorgeous display of fresh seafood. Expect to jam to some Manu Chao style music while basking in the vibrant island vibes and flavors. South Beach has been home to Mo since he moved to Miami in 2016, and Paya is his thank-you to the community that supported him through his journey.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Caribbean, Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Wed–Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(305) 397-8080
Website
http://payamiami.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
1209 17th St, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Neighborhood
South Beach
Parking details
None

Experiences

A Taste of Paradise 🌴
$75.00 per person
Multiple dates available
3 Courses, 10 Dishes, this tasting menu is perfect for anyone who is looking to experience the full flavor profile of Paya. Each course highlights items from our main menu and is served family-style for a shared dining experience. Enjoy Scallop Crudo, Lemongrass Glazed Tilefish, and Prime Skirt Steak and many more signature dishes.
New Year's Eve 10-item Tasting Menu
$95.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
3 Courses, 10 Dishes, this festive New Year's Eve tasting menu is perfect for anyone who is looking to experience the full flavor profile of Paya. Each course highlights items from our main menu and is served family-style for a shared dining experience. Enjoy many of our signature dishes along with some very special additions to ring in the New Year.

Green Papaya Salad$19.00
Pink Shrimp, Tomatoes, Thai Basil, Tamarind Vinaigrette
Coconut Wahoo Ceviche$24.00
Leche de Tigre, Avocado, Cachucha Peppers, Island Chips
Sebastian Inlet Oysters$17.00
Jackfruit Mignonette
Scallop Crudo$23.00
Peaches, Jalapeño, Shallot, Passionfruit, EVOO
Octopus Escabeche$21.00
Malanga, Pickled Vegetables, Allspice
Wagyu Beef Tartare$21.00
Haitian Pikliz, Dijon Aioli, Chives, Tostones

Appetizers

Pei Mussels$19.00
Tomato Broth, Lemon, Scallions, Sourdough
Island Crab Cake$22.00
Peekytoe Crab, Mango Salsa, Lime
Tamarind Lamb Chops$26.00
Roasted Plantains, Jerk Spiced Yogurt
Duck Confit Lumpia$21.00
Butter Lettuce, Mint, Jeow Sum
Mushroom Summer Roll$19.00
Pickled Cabbage, Avocado, Peanuts, Ponzu
Iberian Pork Empanadas$17.00
Caramelized Onion, Cilantro Crema
Truffle Brie Grilled Cheese$18.00
Mango Jam, Sullivan Street Sourdough
Heart of Palm Salad$19.00
Pumpkin Seeds, Avocado, Green Goddess
Farm Greens Salad$18.00
Pineapple, Plantains, Coconut Mint Dressing

Mains

Lemongrass Glazed Daily Catch$42.00
Bok Choy, Heirloom Carrots, Coconut Curry
Crispy Hogfish$68.00
Fennel, Heirloom Tomatoes, Ginger Sesame Sauce
Calabaza Gnocchi$28.00
Maitake Mushrooms, Goat Cheese, Chili Crunch
Prime Ribeye$75.00
Vadouvan Curry Butter
Prime Skirt Steak$42.00
Crispy Yukons, Roasted Pepper Chimichurri
Peri Peri Chicken$32.00
Boniato Mash, Broccolini, Salsa Verde
Black Tiger Shrimp & Grits$35.00
White Wine Tomato Sauce, Chives

Desserts

Brugal 1888 Rum Cake$16.00
Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Soursop Sorbet & Caviar$22.00
Early Harvest Olive Oil
Coffee Panna Cotta$15.00
Chocolate Cremoso, Raspberry

What 40 people are saying

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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Miami Beach
Best Food
Miami Beach
Best Ambiance
Miami Beach
Innovative

Review summary

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Paya, a vibrant new Caribbean-style restaurant in Miami Beach, dazzles with "exceptional service" and "outstanding food." Guests rave about the creative menu, featuring delicacies like Scallop Crudo and Tamarind Lamb Chops. The ambiance is praised as "inviting and modern," making Paya a "fantastic addition" to the local dining scene.

40 Reviews

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robert
Tulsa
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food was excellent. I think they may have been understaffed. The food came out on time, but the bar service was very slow. I would definitely come back the next time we are in Miami. They haven’t been open long, hopefully they will get the service issues fixed.
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Elan
VIP
Miami
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
All the items we ordered were delicious and the indoor and outdoor spaces are both so special in their own way. Look forward to coming back!
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Lisa
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service in a beautiful space. Highly recommend the tasting menu!
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Jack
VIP
Miami
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We tried the tasting menu. Everyone should try the tasting menu. The food was excellent, with great portions and a good price. I am so happy to have found this restaurant since we live at the Beach. We'll definitely be back and will bring friends (and will spread the word about how good it is).
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Laureen
VIP
Tampa
33 reviews
3.0
33 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We were disappointed that happy hour is only at the bar which was full. I asked about hh at the raw bar which was empty and was told no. The green papaya salad and crab cakes were good. The mussels were out of the shell and were just ok. The peri peri chicken lacked flavor and was dry. Sadly, we probably won’t return.
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Elizabeth
Chicago
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food is great. The service is friendly but unpolished, with a total lack of attention to details like water and used glasses, or to refreshing drinks or food. The noise level was not bad for Miami, but the music is far too loud to allow a whole table to talk without shouting. The dessert menu is minimal.
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Elizabeth
VIP
New York City
25 reviews
4.0
25 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
A delicious menu! We sat outside and it was lovely. Music could have been a little lower but it was turned down when we requested it.
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Mariana
Miami
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my second time at Paya and will not be my last. The food and service are great! Their new patio is beautiful! Can’t wait to be back for HH or just dinner and enjoy the “Miami winter” outdoors at Paya.
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julia
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible! The service, the food, all of it. I have been a few times already and every time is out of this world
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Jorgan
VIP
New York City
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Shockingly great. Terrific staff. Good was delicious
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Paya is rated 4.8 stars by 40 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Dec 26, 2024

11:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

1209 17th St, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Additional information

Neighborhood
South Beach
Hours of operation
Wed–Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Caribbean, Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None

Website
http://payamiami.com/
Phone number
(305) 397-8080

Paya

Make a reservation

Additional information

A Taste of Paradise 🌴

New Year's Eve 10-item Tasting Menu

Raw Bar

Green Papaya Salad$19.00

Coconut Wahoo Ceviche$24.00

Sebastian Inlet Oysters$17.00

Scallop Crudo$23.00

Octopus Escabeche$21.00

Wagyu Beef Tartare$21.00

Appetizers

Pei Mussels$19.00

Island Crab Cake$22.00

Tamarind Lamb Chops$26.00

Duck Confit Lumpia$21.00

Mushroom Summer Roll$19.00

Iberian Pork Empanadas$17.00

Truffle Brie Grilled Cheese$18.00

Heart of Palm Salad$19.00

Farm Greens Salad$18.00

Mains

Lemongrass Glazed Daily Catch$42.00

Crispy Hogfish$68.00

Calabaza Gnocchi$28.00

Prime Ribeye$75.00

Prime Skirt Steak$42.00

Peri Peri Chicken$32.00

Black Tiger Shrimp & Grits$35.00

Desserts

Brugal 1888 Rum Cake$16.00

Soursop Sorbet & Caviar$22.00

Coffee Panna Cotta$15.00

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