SCENIC BRUNCH IN MIAMI
Casadonna — Edgewater
For a brunch that feels like a scene from La Dolce Vita, Casadonna delivers. This coastal Italian restaurant and lounge introduced a waterfront Sunday brunch buffet experience, served al fresco with live music and stunning views of Biscayne Bay. The gourmet spread includes a lavish seafood tower and raw bar, fresh pastas, prime rib, sushi offerings, and a variety of desserts, with bottomless beverage packages available for two hours. If you're arriving by boat, you're in luck — dock-and-dine experiences are available via Casadonna's marina for bayside access. Brunch runs Sundays from 11 AM to 3 PM at $98 per person.
Amara at Paraiso — Edgewater
Perched along the edge of Biscayne Bay, Amara at Paraiso delivers some of the most breathtaking waterfront views in Miami, with sailboats drifting by and the skyline shimmering in the distance. The restaurant is helmed by James Beard Award-winning Chef Michael Schwartz, known for wood-fired Latin American dishes and stunning open-air coastal atmosphere, with lush greenery and water views framing bright seasonal flavors. Think weekend brunch with tuna crudo, seafood towers, and a grilled chicken a la brasa that sings with Miami sunshine.
La Terrazza at Fiola Miami — Brickell Key
If you want your brunch elevated — literally — Fiola Miami's iconic Sunday brunch has moved to the rooftop at La Terrazza, featuring a Jazz Brunch every Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. with live music and panoramic views of the Gables. Menu offerings include Panettone French Toast, Prime Delmonico Steak & Eggs, and Eggs Benedetto, alongside Fiola's iconic pastas like Fettuccine Carbonara and Fusilloni Primavera. It's the kind of brunch you linger over until afternoon without apology.
Baia Beach Club at Mondrian South Beach — South Beach
Baia Beach Club, the tropical waterfront oasis located at the iconic Mondrian South Beach, invites guests to brunch in style with Mediterranean-inspired bites and tantalizing sips. Coastal favorites include Tuna Tartare, Butterfly Branzino, an extravagant Seafood Tower, and elevated brunch classics like Chicken & Waffles made with crispy Jidori Chicken, Cheddar Waffles, and Sriracha-infused Maple Syrup. With the ocean as your backdrop, it's a South Beach brunch done right.
The Biltmore — Coral Gables
For a grand, old-world Miami brunch experience, few places rival the legendary Biltmore. The Biltmore's Signature Brunch features a variety of stations including pasta, seafood, sushi, and dessert, in addition to traditional carving and breakfast stations — plus bottomless Prosecco. Nestled within one of Miami's most iconic historic hotels, this is brunch as an occasion, not just a meal.
SUNSET DINNER IN MIAMI
The Rusty Pelican — Key Biscayne
The Rusty Pelican is the preeminent seafood restaurant in Key Biscayne, offering contemporary American cuisine and some of the most enviable waterfront views in Miami. Many would argue that the Rusty Pelican has the best view of Miami — and they're not far off. While the solid seafood and classy atmosphere draw guests in, that panoramic bay view keeps them coming back. Time your reservation around sunset and watch the entire Miami skyline reflect across the water in gold.
Amara at Paraiso — Edgewater
As stunning at dinner as it is at brunch, Amara at Paraiso earns its place on both lists. The open-air setting perfectly captures Miami, and the Time Out tip is to aim for an outdoor table 45 minutes before sunset on a weekday to beat the rush and fully soak in the scenery. With Chef Michael Schwartz's Latin-coastal menu and the bay turning warm colors behind your table, this is one of Miami's most romantic evening experiences.
Bagatelle Miami River — Downtown Miami
Transporting the golden age of the Côte d'Azur to the Miami skyline, Bagatelle Miami River is a riverside gem featuring a stunning outdoor terrace, a 192-foot private dock, and a vibrant beach bar area complete with cabanas. The French Mediterranean menu, helmed by Michelin-trained talent, elevates dining into theater with exquisite tableside presentations — don't miss the salt-crusted free-range chicken or the showstopping whole branzino. Add live music during dinner and you have a night that belongs in a movie.
Smith & Wollensky — South Beach
At the southern tip of Miami Beach, Smith & Wollensky delivers some of the most dramatic waterfront views in South Florida. From the outdoor bar, you get a front-row seat to Government Cut as massive cruise ships and cargo vessels glide past on their way out to sea. Order oysters, settle into a waterfront seat, and let the sunset do the rest.
Zuma — Downtown Miami
Zuma is a contemporary Japanese restaurant in Downtown Miami, offering izakaya-style dining along the Miami River with an always well-heeled crowd. Accessible by yacht and by land, the palm-tree-shaded terrace offers views of the Miami River and Brickell Key with a dining price point of around $150–$350 per person for a full shared-plates experience. For a sophisticated evening with world-class Japanese cuisine and Miami's skyline as your companion, Zuma is unmatched.
Palm Tree Club — North Bay Village
Palm Tree Club Miami brings a new energy to the waterfront, pairing Biscayne Bay views with a lively beach-club-style atmosphere. Backed by DJ Kygo and Palm Tree Crew, the open-air spot blends dining, entertainment, and boating culture with a marina where guests can pull up and dock for drinks or dinner. With tropical décor, seafood-forward dishes, and some of Miami's most celebrated sunset views over the bay, it's the city's most fun and festive option for an evening out.
Plan Your Perfect Miami Day
A Miami weekend isn't just about where you sleep — it's about the full sensory experience from morning through midnight. Start with a leisurely al fresco brunch watching the bay wake up, then let the afternoon carry you into golden hour from a waterfront terrace with a cocktail in hand. That's the Miami way.
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