Whether you’re a local, heading on vacation, or traveling to Miami for the world-famous Grand Prix race on May 8 (the Formula 1 Grand Prix race will be in Magic City for the very first time), there are some new restaurants you’re going to want to have on your radar. From New York style pizza, to a sushi bar with open back patio, here are the hot new spots to check out in Miami.
ZAZZY’S PIZZA
The popular N.Y.C. pizzeria and café has a new Wynwood location — and it’s not your average pizza parlor. In addition to pizza, salads, parms and desserts, Zazzy’s also features a plant-based menu including dairy-free mozzarella sticks and meatless meatballs for health-conscious diners.
Visit: 2525 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL; zazzys.com
WHITMAN’S
Another N.Y.C. import, Whitman’s brings elevated comfort food to South Beach. Get the Juicy Lucy, a beef short rib burger stuff with pimento cheese or the East Villi Cheese Steak, a riff on the Philadelphia classic. Bonus: There are veggie options for hungry herbivores.
Visit: 959 West Ave, Miami, FL; whitmansnyc.com
MAKOTO
A longtime favorite at Bal Harbour Shops, Makoto has to a brand-new space designed by architect and designer India Mahdavi. The prime third-floor location offers 244 seats including a sushi bar and a large open-air patio decorated with flora motifs, palm trees, and coral pink.
Visit: 9700 Collins Ave, 3rd Floor Miami Beach; makoto-restaurant.com
THE KEY CLUB
The latest from David Grutman and Groot Hospitality, The Key Club is an update of the classic American bar and grill with standards like steak and seafood and creative specialty cocktails, as well as unique items like Chips & Caviar and the Coconut Lobster Roll.
Visit: 3015 Grand Avenue, Coconut Grove, FL; thekeyclub.com
