Miami is a subtropical Florida city of about 450,000 people (about 6.1 million in the metropolitan area) on Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic coast, known for South Beach, Art Deco architecture, Cuban and Latin American culture, Wynwood street art and year-round warm weather.
Miami's food is shaped by Cuban, Caribbean, Latin American and Haitian communities, plus a large seafood tradition. Cuban sandwiches, cafecito windows and Calle Ocho diners in Little Havana sit alongside Peruvian ceviche, Wynwood taquerias, kosher bakeries and Design District chef restaurants. Miami Beach adds the stone crab tradition, which runs from mid-October to mid-May. Neighbourhoods are spread out and parking is expensive, so dining plans work best when grouped by area: Little Havana, Wynwood and Midtown, Design District, Downtown, and South Beach.
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Dining etiquette & tips
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Reserve dinner several days ahead at Joe's Stone Crab, Mandolin, Kyu and Boia De; Joe's also has a Take Away counter with no reservation.
Joe's Stone Crab is seasonal, roughly mid-October to mid-May; confirm opening dates at joesstonecrab.com or +1 305-673-0365.
Little Havana counters and ventanitas are cash-friendly and fast; carry small bills for coffee and pastries.
Check the bill for an automatic gratuity on South Beach, where 18-20% is often added for all parties.
Hours at small or family-run places change; call before travelling across town.
Vegetarian options are available at most Miami restaurants, and kosher dining is found around Zak the Baker in Wynwood and in Miami Beach. Traditional Cuban food is meat-heavy, so vegetarians should ask for vegetable and rice-and-bean plates. Gluten-free and vegan menus are common at Design District and Wynwood restaurants.
Food budget guide
What to expect at different price points.
| Level | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | $30-55 USD per person per day: cafecito and pastry breakfast, a Cuban sandwich lunch and a taqueria or Cuban diner dinner. | Street food, local eateries, and simple restaurants. |
| Mid-range | $15-40/meal | Sit-down restaurants with good service and varied menus. |
| Upscale | $40+/meal | Fine dining, international cuisine, and premium experiences. |