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items A collection of the South Florida places I find myself recommending over and over again. Every spot on this list comes from personal experience and is somewhere I'd happily take a friend.
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Restaurants I'd go back to
Not just good restaurants. These are the ones I'd recommend without hesitation and genuinely look forward to visiting again.
An absolute must if you're in Miami. The atmosphere is charming and romantic, the food is exceptional, and if you're visiting during white truffle season, don't skip the seasonal dishes. Also great if you're celebrating something special. But the rea...
Forte dei Marmi Restaurant - Miami Beach
One of my favorite post-beach spots in Miami. It's just a short walk from South Pointe Beach, making it the perfect lunch stop after a day in the sun. The cocktails are exceptional, the food is always great, and their lunch special is one of my favor...
Smith & Wollensky - Miami Beach
Another absolute favorite. The French cuisine never disappoints, and I've tried just about everything on the menu. The tomato martini is a must, but honestly, it's hard to order anything that isn't exceptional.
LPM Restaurant & Bar
My go-to spot for a casual lunch or quick dinner. The sushi is incredibly fresh and melts in your mouth, and I've honestly never ordered anything I didn't love. I always recommend the Crispy Rice and the nigiri.
Sushi Erika
A hidden gem with incredible food and even better hospitality. The cozy atmosphere feels like you've been transported to a small town in Italy, and the pear pasta alone is worth the visit.
Capriccio Ristorante
The sister restaurant to Uchi, but this is the location I prefer. The waterfront setting feels more spacious and luxurious, the service is outstanding, and the food never disappoints. The lychee martini is one of my favorites because it's not overly ...
Uchiko Miami Beach
A stunning spot for a special occasion. I celebrated my last birthday here, and everything from the beautiful venue to the top-tier service made the evening feel so memorable. The French cuisine is exceptional, and the live guitarist on select nights...
Claudie
A classic. One of my go-to spots for Mediterranean food. The atmosphere feels like you've been transported to a coastal village in the Mediterranean, and every meal has been consistently amazing. It's one of those restaurants I recommend over and ove...
Mandolin Aegean Bistro
My go-to Brazilian steakhouse in Fort Lauderdale. The atmosphere and service are always on point, the salad bar has endless options, and the meats never disappoint. But if I'm being honest, I'm always looking forward to the pão de queijo the most.
Chima Steakhouse Fort Lauderdale
I've been coming here since I was a kid, and I still request it a few times a month. After living in Southern California for nearly a decade, this is still the Mexican restaurant I recommend most in South Florida. The margaritas are huge, and the foo...
Patron Azteca
A Miami classic that's worth the hype. The spicy rigatoni never disappoints, but don't stop there. I also love the Caesar salad and the minestrone soup, and honestly, everything I've had here has been exceptional.
Carbone Miami
An amazing steakhouse that's absolutely worth the hype. Reservations can be a bit tough to get, but it's well worth the effort. The atmosphere is incredible, the bar is a great spot for a drink, the martinis are excellent, and you have to order the w...
Sunny’s Steakhouse
Places that make me feel better
The beauty and wellness spots I genuinely recommend. Whether you're looking to recharge, refresh, or simply treat yourself, these are the places I'd happily book again.
If you're looking for a spa that blends wellness with a great atmosphere, this is the place. I've been coming here for years to enjoy the sauna, hammam, steam room, ice room, cold plunge, outdoor hot tub, and incredible massages. The waterfront prope...
The Standard Spa, Miami Beach
One of my go-to wellness spots. I've been visiting Next Health for years in both South Florida and Los Angeles, and I've tried everything from vitamin shots and IVs to cryotherapy, HBOT, red light therapy, and the sauna. Every experience has been pro...
Next Health in Aventura
One of my favorite wellness spots in Miami. I mainly go for the HBOT and red light therapy, and I love that the hyperbaric chambers are large enough to enjoy with a friend. They also offer everything from lymphatic drainage and compression therapy to...
Hypervida
My go-to spot for Russian manicures. I always book with Hanna. She's incredibly detailed, and my nails consistently come out beautiful. They also offer excellent laser hair removal and a variety of other laser treatments.
Manhattan Laser Spa