South Florida | Cuisine & Dining

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Freshly prepared shrimp and seafood pasta
Downtown Fort Lauderdale | New Opening

Sweetwaters Opens Along the New River at Huizenga Park

Downtown Fort Lauderdale has a new reason to dine by the water. Sweetwaters, from the restaurant group behind Miami's Rusty Pelican, combines coastal cooking with riverfront views. The indoor-outdoor restaurant adds another welcome option for dinner and cocktails near Las Olas Boulevard.

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Gourmet steak dinner with vegetables
Las Olas | Restaurant News

Caviar Club Revives the Classic American Supper Club

Restaurateur Marc Falsetto is bringing a taste of 1980s steakhouse luxury to Las Olas Boulevard. The concept features dry-aged beef, tableside service, a serious wine collection and a cocktail lounge designed to keep the evening going well beyond dinner.

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Professional chef carefully plating a fine dining dish
Fort Lauderdale | Michelin Star

Chef's Counter at MAASS Keeps Fort Lauderdale in the Spotlight

Inside the Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale, Chef's Counter at MAASS continues to carry a Michelin star. The intimate tasting experience brings guests close to the kitchen, where French technique, Japanese influences and carefully selected Florida ingredients shape the menu.

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Classic French steak frites being served
West Palm Beach | French Cuisine

Pastis Brings a Taste of Paris to West Palm Beach

The well-known New York brasserie has arrived at The Nora Hotel. Pastis brings its familiar combination of steak frites, escargots, oysters and French bistro charm to West Palm Beach's growing Nora District. Expect long lunches, lively dinners and a room made for conversation.

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Creative gourmet presentation of seasonal ingredients
West Palm Beach | Michelin Star

Emelina Earns National Attention for Modern Cuban Cuisine

Chefs Osmel González and Camila Salazar have given West Palm Beach one of Florida's most talked-about tasting menus. Their 16-seat restaurant reimagines Cuban cooking through seasonal South Florida ingredients and modern techniques. Emelina earned its first Michelin star in 2026.

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Fresh Italian pasta with tomato sauce and Parmesan
Boca Raton | Coming Soon

Felice Plans a Tuscan Arrival at Boca Raton's Town Center

New York-based Italian restaurant Felice is preparing a Boca Raton location, bringing handmade pasta, Tuscan cooking and a wine program rooted in the founder's family history. The planned dining room and patio will add another Italian destination to the city's restaurant scene.

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Middle Eastern hummus, eggplant and flatbread
North Miami | Michelin Star

Mutra Makes Culinary History in North Miami

Chef Raz Shabtai's Mutra has become the first kosher restaurant to earn a Michelin star. Inspired by the cooking of his grandmother and the markets of Jerusalem, the restaurant brings a personal approach to Middle Eastern cuisine, using seasonal produce and locally sourced ingredients.

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Filipino-style roasted pork served with vegetables
Little River | New Restaurant Watch

Anako Adds Filipino Cooking to Miami's Restaurant Conversation

Little River's dining scene continues to grow, with Anako among the fall openings drawing attention. The team behind the former Sili concept is bringing a modern Filipino restaurant to Northeast Second Avenue, adding another culinary influence to one of Miami's most interesting dining neighborhoods.

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Fresh sushi and sashimi arranged on a serving platter
Coral Gables | Japanese Fine Dining

Shingo Continues to Define the Art of Omakase

At his intimate Coral Gables counter, Michelin-starred chef Shingo Akikuni serves a carefully paced Japanese dining experience. Fish flown in from Japan, precise knife work and close attention to the seasons make this a destination for diners who appreciate traditional sushi craftsmanship.

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Freshly cooked crabs served on a seafood platter
South Florida | Seafood Season

Florida Stone Crab Season Is Back

One of South Florida's favorite culinary traditions returned October 15. Stone crab season runs through May 1, bringing fresh claws to seafood restaurants from Miami Beach to Palm Beach. Served chilled with mustard sauce, they remain a signature Florida delicacy.

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Freshly baked pizza with mozzarella, tomato and basil
Coconut Grove | Casual Dining

Miami Slice Brings Its Famous Pies to Coconut Grove

What began as a Miami pizza favorite has grown into a more complete dining experience in Coconut Grove. The new flagship combines its signature New York-style slices with a wood-fired oven, additional menu items and a cozy dining room. It's a welcome addition to McFarlane Road.

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SOUTH FLORIDA magazine | Culinary coverage throughout Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Restaurant menus and opening schedules are subject to change. Food photography is illustrative.