Today I’m going to share a post about some of the best spots in Miami: restaurants, hotels, activities and shopping. I’ve been to Miami quite a few times over the years and these are some of the places I absolutely love. Since I am a blogger these spots are also all totally Instagrammable! I’ve included an “other” section for some of these categories. These are places I haven’t personally been but have heard a lot about.
Restaurants:
Little Hen:
This place is perfect for a girly brunch. There are pops of pink everywhere and it is truly stunning. Little Hen is home of the “Rose Petal Pancakes”. They are simply delicious! They also have the most beautiful flower arch right outside of the restaurant for an amazing photo opportunity.
Check out their menu HERE.
I made a TikTok about Little Hen that you can view HERE.
Nobu Miami:
Nobu is one of my all time favourite restaurants. There are many locations around the world but this one is located in the Eden Roc.
- Spicy edamame
- Rock shrimp
- Spicy salmon rolls
- Yellowtail jalapeno rolls
- Wagyu tacos
- Eggplant with spicy miso
- Black cod with miso
- Bento Box (chocolate lava cake with green tea ice cream)
Check out their menu HERE.
Gianni Versace Mansion (Villa Casa Casuarina):
The Gianni Versace Mansion (Villa Casa Casuarina) is absolutely stunning and totally worth the visit. We went midday and just did cocktails but they were seriously AMAZING. I had the “Passion in the Mansion” which is passionfruit vodka, lemon juice and simple syrup topped with prosecco. Definitely make a reservation if you’d like to visit while you are in Miami. The Gianni Versace Mansion is actually also a luxury hotel if that is something you are interested in.
Check out their lunch menu HERE and dinner menu HERE.
Cecconi’s:
I’ve been to Cecconi’s a few times and it really never disappoints. It is located on the ground floor courtyard of Soho Beach House. They offer breakfast, brunch (Saturdays & Sundays) as well as their all day menu. I’ve had their açai bowl when I went for brunch and the spicy salami pizza when I went for a late lunch on another trip. Both were amazing! The ambiance in Cecconi’s is also beautiful.
Check out their menu HERE.
Blue Ribbon Sushi:
Blue Ribbon Sushi is located in The Plymouth hotel. My boyfriend and I got takeout from here but it was seriously some of the best sushi we’ve ever had! The Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice was to die for. We also got the California with Kanikama Rolls and Salmon Avocado Rolls.
Check out their menu HERE.
Swan:
Swan is located in the heart of Miami’s Design District. It is an indoor/outdoor restaurant owned by David Grutman and Pharrell Williams. Swan’s menu is focused on seasonal ingredients and communal plates meant for sharing. When I went for brunch I ordered the Bourbon Cinnamon Roll and The Lychee Mule. I loved both!
Check out their menu HERE.
Bodega Taqueria y Tequila South Beach:
This place had amazing tacos and burritos. It has a more casual vibe but it is super cute. They have a ton of cool drinks as well that we did not try. It is the perfect spot for while you are exploring the Wynwood area.
Check out their menu HERE.
Cafés:
Dreamer:
Dreamer is a super cute café that focuses on açai, juices and matcha. They have two locations in Miami and one in Delaware. The flamingo wallpaper in this place just made it so darn cute. I had an açai bowl and it was really yummy.
Check out their menu HERE.
Dior:
The Dior Café is located on the rooftop of the Dior store in the Miami Design District. There are a few others around the world as well (Seoul, St. Tropez & London). It is definitely a blogger/influencer’s dream. Every detail is super stunning down to the Dior logo dusting on the lattés! They don’t take reservations so if you want to make sure you get in just go slightly before they open to put your name on the waitlist (11am MON-SAT & 12pm SUN). This worked well for my boyfriend and I. We both got the Dior logo lattés and to eat I got the açai bowl and my boyfriend got the avocado toast. It was all delicious and the vibes were truly unmatched! I loved all the beautiful décor. They also have a ton of umbrellas which is perfect for sunny Miami.
Check out their menu HERE.
I made a TikTok about Dior Café you can view HERE.
OTL MIA:
We’ve been here many times and have definitely never been disappointed. It has cute pink details and a ton of seating both indoor and outdoor. We’ve had the coffee, hummus, french toast, avocado toast and a breakfast sandwich. All of the food and drinks we’ve tried have been great. Also, for the past couple years they have done a seasonal collaboration with Fendi. They completely transform the restaurant and have Fendi themed food and beverage items. It is super cool!
Check out their menu HERE.
Cielito Artisan Pops:
This is a popsicle shop that has artisan flavours and unique toppings. I loved this refreshing treat while in the Wynwood area of Miami.
OTHER CAFÉS & RESTAURANTS:
Hotels:
The Plymouth South Beach:
The Plymouth South Beach is a gorgeous luxury boutique hotel. It has pops of pink both by the pool and in certain rooms/suites. I love the adorable pink swings, canopies and umbrellas all around the property. They also have a poolside bar with branded coconut cocktails! They were equally delicious as the were cute. The staff was able to upgrade our room for my birthday since they had the availability, which was super nice of them! Try to book The Plymouth in advance because they usually offer an early bird rate.
I made a TikTok about the property you can view HERE.
The Goodtime Hotel:
We didn’t actually stay at The Goodtime Hotel (although I’m sure we will in the nearby future). We wanted to at least go there for dinner because at the time it was brand new and it looked stunning! The library alone is worth checking out. What a beautiful room with such attention to detail. The poolside area is also super beautiful. As I mentioned, we didn’t stay at The Goodtime Hotel on our recent trip in May but from what I have seen online the rooms look like perfection. The décor is so on point in every crevice!
We made a reservation for their restaurant called “Strawberry Moon”. We ordered a Pide Turkish Pizza called “Godfather” (pepperoni and spicy honey), crispy brussels sprouts and potato wedges.
This property is nothing short of amazing. Definitely check them out!
I made a TikTok about the property you can view HERE.
OTHERS:
- 1 Hotel South Beach
- Fontainebleau
- Mondrian South Beach
- Nobu Hotel Miami Beach
- Eden Roc
- Gale South Beach
Shopping:
Lincoln Road Mall:
Located just a few blocks off the beach, Lincoln Road Mall is a great outdoor shopping, dining, and entertainment destination.
Check out information HERE.
Bal Harbour Shops:
The Bal Harbour Shops are mainly designer and upscale stores as well as some restaurants and cafés.
Check out information HERE.
Miami Design District:
Miami Design District is a creative neighborhood where you can shop, dine and experience contemporary art and design. It is also home to more than 120 flagship stores (Hermes, Fendi, Dior, Cartier, Louis Vuitton etc.)
Check out information HERE.
Activities:
Wynwood Walls:
Wynwood Walls was established in 2009 by Tony Goldman as an outdoor museum of international street art. It is one of the best venues in the world to see the work of street artists. There are 50+ amazing murals that are created by respected street artists from Asia, Europe, Latin America and the United States. This is definitely worth checking out while in Miami!
Check out information HERE.
Miami Heat Game:
Shane drags me to many sporting events through our travels but I have to say the Miami Heat basketball game was one of my favourites. It really had me at the edge of my seat and we had a lot of fun on that date night together!
I hope you enjoyed my post on some of the best spots in Miami. I love sharing my travel finds with you all so you can experience them as well! If you have any questions feel free to leave a comment or send me a message on Instagram HERE.
