What to Eat in Miami: A Food Guide

What to eat in Miami

• Cuban sandwich at Versailles / Sanguich

  Versailles is the classic Little Havana institution; Sanguich (Wynwood) is the modern reference.

• Stone crab at Joe's Stone Crab

  South Beach institution since 1913; season Oct 15–May 1; walk-ins bar only.

• Ceviche at CVI.CHE 105

  Peruvian chef Juan Chipoco — Downtown + Doral locations.

• Cortadito + pastelitos

  Cuban espresso + guava pastry US$3 at every ventanita (window).

What to drink

Tap water safe. Cuban coffee (cortadito, colada) is a religion; mojito at La Bodeguita del Medio (South Beach) is the classic. Craft beer scene (Wynwood Brewing, Concrete Beach) is strong; Latin American wine widely available.

Dining etiquette and practicalities

• Tipping 18–20% at restaurants + US$1–2/drink at bars.

• Auto-gratuity 18% often added for parties of 6+; check bill before double-tipping.

• Spanish widely spoken — locals appreciate ¡hola! + gracias.

Where to eat in Miami

• South Beach

  Art Deco hotels along Ocean Drive + Collins; Lincoln Road mall.

• Mid-Beach / North Beach

  Fontainebleau, Faena, Edition, Nobu — quieter luxury strip.

• Brickell

  Manhattan-style financial district — high-rise hotels, Brickell City Centre, rooftop bars.

• Wynwood

  Street-art galleries, brewery scene, indie boutique hotels.