The Surf Club Restaurant
★ Michelin$$$$American
Located within the elegantly restored landmark, now in league with the Four Seasons, The Surf Club is a prime location for Thomas Keller's first Florida venture. The restaurant boasts all of the style and elegance of a private, members-only hangout with a handsome vintage bar, plush banquettes and dim, amber-hued lighting. Don't rush—you'll want to soak up all of its Art Deco glamour.Sharp-suited servers exude a certain effortless professionalism—not unlike the impressive Continental cooking. Perfectly seared crab cake with spicy mayonnaise and a thinly sliced coleslaw is at once familiar and
Mutra
★ Michelin$$$$Middle Eastern, Israeli
Israeli Chef Raz Shabtai has brought his take on Middle Eastern cuisine to Miami. Named for his grandmother, this is a place where snagging a seat at the chef's counter is a must. The menu is hyperlocal and rotates often, so don't be surprised when something runs out. Fear not, however, as the excellent staff will help you discover your new favorite. Some notable dishes include a show-stopping plate of beets in a pool of ajo blanco and topped with beetroot sorbet. The signature lamb kebab with smoked aubergine cream and tomato oil is pure comfort, as is chicken a la Tunis, juicy and flavorful
Tambourine Room by Tristan Brandt
★ Michelin$$$$Contemporary, Asian
Set inside the lobby of the historic Carillon Miami Wellness Center, The Tambourine Room offers an elegant escape. The evening begins with bites in the wood-paneled cocktail lounge before moving over to an intimate dining room ideally suited to romantic or quiet dinners. The multicourse menu features ingredients from around the globe, with diners enjoying the likes of venison from New Zealand, snapper from nearby Key Largo or the chef's favorite dish of porcelet with caviar, all plated with precision and care. Professional service adds to the elegant experience.