Diners' Choice: Contemporary American restaurants in Miami - Dade

OpenTable

Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Contemporary American cuisine in Miami - Dade? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Limonada Bar + Brunch

4.9

4.9 (1383)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

South Beach

About the restaurant

Limonada Bar + Brunch is the ultimate restaurant and sports bar experience to have Fun in Miami Beach.
We offer an all-day brunch menu, drinking games, and a daily happy-hour from 6 to 10 pm.
Located in the Heart of South beach, Limonada is the perfect place for Large Parties such as Bachelorette Parties, Birthdays...
Every week end the restaurant turns into a Giant Dj Brunch Party with Live Shows by the Pool.
Book your Table with Us to celebrate your vacation!

Top review

Francisca

Dined 6 days ago

Me and my friend had a great time, food was really good and it's really affordable. Everything was good.

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Happy Hour

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Limonada Brunch Party

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Sangria Sundays

CRAFT Coral Gables

4.8

4.8 (82)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Coconut Grove

About the restaurant

At CRAFT restaurants we seek to offer a modern and casual atmosphere, ideal for breakfast, lunch meetings, a bite after work or a family get together for brunch any weekend. Our signature Neapolitan pizzas smoothly pair with our craft beers for a perfect combo to hang out with friends. We take great pride in bringing an excellent service for each one of our customers on top of the delicious food we serve at each CRAFT location. We’d like to make everyone feel like regulars, welcoming them warmly, tending to every detail and serving our best cooking.

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Scott

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

We love this place, food, drinks and ambiance are great.

CRAFT Bayside

4.8

4.8 (57)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Downtown Miami

About the restaurant

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RogerVIP

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

Hi craft has great food. Great wonderful servers and very reasonable prices. It is fun to go there particularly before of Miami HEAT game. I highly recommend it.

Vinya Table

4.7

4.7 (171)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Coral Gables

About the restaurant

Vinya Table is a New American restaurant specializing in delicious dishes with locally sourced ingredients that are expertly paired with our somm selected wines. Join us for an amazing lunch, happy our dinner. Or inquire within to host your holiday party in our beautiful, private dining room.

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DanielVIP

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

If you’re a food and wine enthusiast, Vinya in Coral Gables is an absolute must-visit. The experience was elevated by Jesús, whose warm hospitality and impressive wine expertise made our visit truly memorable. Highly recommend for anyone looking to enjoy exceptional wines and thoughtful service!

Ariete

4.7

4.7 (1525)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Coconut Grove

About the restaurant

Ours is a story only Miami can tell. It’s about lands far away but not forgotten, a culture we’re building as we put down roots, and the heights we can reach. Executive Chef and Owner Michael Beltran’s vision — shaped by passion for his Cuban heritage, devotion to championing Miami ingredients and tradition, and commitment to classic French technique — guides one of the city’s most talented restaurant teams in every dish, every drink, every moment at Ariete.

Most important, though, is that you experience delicious food. That you escape. That you feel welcome in our home. Take a ride through a tasting menu or experience our canard à la presse in our dining room. Join us at the bar for our Florida Orange and a cocktail.

From our corner of Coconut Grove, we’ve sent a message: Miami has a place at the global culinary table. In 2022, we put a Michelin Star on the wall. The world is listening.

This is Miami’s food story. We invite you to join us in writing the next chapter.

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nicole

Dined 6 days ago

Very interesting and great menu, great service, ambience and quality food and wine!

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Experience

New Year's Eve Tasting

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Vanlentine's Day - $145 per person

EntreNos

4.7

4.7 (37)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Miami Shores

About the restaurant

A "Love Letter to Florida". Inspired by the farmers, fishermen and ranchers, chefs Evan Burgess and Osmel Gonzalez pay homage to the beautiful products found in the Sunshine State.

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RembertoVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Excellent restaurant. Highly recommend . Food is 5 stars

The Collab

4.6

4.6 (200)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Coral Gables

About the restaurant

The Collab is more than a dining experience; it’s a platform for creativity and connection, where food, drinks, music, and art intertwine. Our mission is to create a contemporary culinary experience that harmoniously blends diverse traditional flavors, celebrating the fusion of cultures and innovation on the plate.

Leading the culinary team at The Collab is Executive Chef Nicolas Mazier. With his innovative approach to gastronomy, Chef Mazier crafts dishes that are a perfect blend of tradition and modernity.

Top review

Shane

Dined on Dec 8, 2024

This was one of the best experiences that we have had in a very long time. My wife and I have multiple Michelin stars under our belts and The Collab is on par with most Michelin starred restaurants. Our favorite place to get a steak in Miami is Beauty and the Butcher, everyone rated The Collab’s ribeye better than B&TB. When our server, Jose, recommended the chicken appetizer everyone at the table considered that an odd recommendation. Once we tried it, we immediately ordered another order. I could write a full page describing the food and drinks, it was that amazing! Jose’s service exceeded every standard I’ve seen in Miami, but more importantly, every server, manager, and runner in the restaurant treated our table like we were their most important table in the restaurant. We highly recommend The Collab and can’t wait to get back!

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Verde - Perez Art Museum Miami

4.5

4.5 (1078)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Downtown Miami

About the restaurant

Verde, located in Pérez Art Museum Miami, is a modern, casual restaurant with limited indoor and socially distanced outdoor seating, with sweeping views of Biscayne Bay. The menu is locally inspired featuring dishes prepared with fresh, seasonal ingredients. For those on the go, Verde’s coffee bar serves pastries and sweets, fresh juices, sandwiches and salads, and specialty coffee drinks.

Please note that reservations guarantee a table for the size of the party originally booked. We cannot accommodate requests to merge 2 or more reservations into parties greater than 6 guests.

We offer a limited number of reservations for 7-11 guests each day. Should you wish to reserve a table for a party of this size, please call us during opening hours at (305) 375-8282. For parties of 12-29, please email verdereservations@pamm.org.

Top review

Maria

Dined on Nov 30, 2024

Exquisite setting with the chef being inspired by the artist Jose Parla now at Perez Art. Friendly and professional service Delicious new menu

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4.6

4.6 (373)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Brickell

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Brickell, Balans is a family-owned restaurant serving the community all day, every day. From breakfast to late-night dining, we’re here to meet all your cravings. Start your morning with our freshly brewed coffee, enjoy lunch and dinner with a variety of flavorful dishes, and indulge in our craft cocktails in the evening. Our vibrant Happy Hour runs daily from 3-7pm, featuring house specialties and much more. Whether you’re seated in our beautiful dining room or on the best terrace in Brickell, you’ll experience exceptional service and a welcoming atmosphere. Our friendly team is always happy to recommend menu items and drinks to enhance your visit, including our selection of over 50 tequilas. Join us at Balans and make us your go-to spot for every occasion in Brickell!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Oct 5, 2024

Great atmosphere, you can feel the British pub vibe. The food was delicious, pastry feel fresh, service super good

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Experience

Celebrate the Holiday's at Balan's

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Breakfast in Brickell

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Bottomless Brunch

CRAFT South Miami