Looking for something to eat or drink on Miami Beach? Read below to find out our favorite spots to curb every craving.
For breakfast: Lolo’s Surf Cantina
Located in the Marriott Stanton South Beach, this Baja-inspired, indoor-outdoor haunt boasts some of the best Mexican fare in town. Go every morning, between 6:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., and you can chow down on breakfast plates like Huevos Rancheros with layered with sunny-side-up eggs and salsa, Butterscotch Pancakes garnished with caramelized banana and maple pecans, and Melbourne Avocado Toast topped with guacamole and a poached egg.
161 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach; 305.735.6973
For a morning meeting over coffee: Dolce Italian
You might know this cozy Italian restaurant from being a top contender on Bravo’s TV show Best New Restaurant, or you might just know it because it’s been a Miami staple since 2012. Either way, Dolce Italian is a solid spot for all-day Italian fare, great ambience, and beautiful Collins Avenue people-watching. Grab a table outside mid-morning, and make your business deals over classic coffee drinks and Italian pastries. It’s open from 7:30 a.m. until late, too; so we won’t judge you if those South Beach vibes convince you to “extend” that meeting and call it a day.
1690 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach; 786.975.2550
For a great brunch deal: Lobster Bar Sea Grille
There’s no doubt about it—this is the best brunch deal in town. For just $49, get bottomless mimosas, bellinis, prosecco, and Bloody Marys, and a three-course meal with entrées like Whole Butter-Braised Lobster Benedict, “Steak & Egg” Béarnaise, and more. The whole feast starts with seven appetizer options (like Fresh Apple Kale Salad or $5 “Carl’s Specialty” Raspberry Croissants with house-made jam and Nutella), and ends with dessert. We suggest the Classic Profiteroles smothered in dark chocolate sauce and served with vanilla ice cream and sugar-roasted almonds. We also suggested staying there all afternoon, 1) because you’re in SoFi and 2) because brunch runs from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday.
404 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach; 305.438.9200
For lunch: Spris Artisan Pizza
This is where you go for authentic Italian pizza; and with a spot right on European-style Lincoln Road, you might even feel like you’re in Italy while you eat it, too. The pizza list here goes for miles, so if you need help combing through it, stick to two of our favorites: the Mediterranea with goat cheese, olives, sundried tomatoes, artichokes, and genoa pesto, or the Saporita with Italian spicy salami, gorgonzola, capers, olives, and garlic.
731 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach; 305.673.2020
For that post-work drink: Lido Bayside Grille
This Mediterranean restaurant at The Standard Spa, Miami Beach makes you feel good just by walking in. Fusing the traditional Mediterranean diet and lifestyle with incredible views over Biscayne Bay, there’s no place you’d rather be for a drink during sunset. Lucky for you, Lido Bayside Grille has a “High Tides Happy Hour” Monday through Friday, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., with $2 Oysters, $5 Boris’ Chicken Empanadas, and even $8 Artichoke Frites. Wash it all down with the $9 “Zirkova Cocktail for a Cause”—a Lido Lemonade—and you’ll get to sip on a charitable drink that does as much good as it makes you feel.
40 Island Avenue, Miami Beach; 786.245.0880 
For a really tasty Asian dinner: AZABU Miami Beach
AZABU Miami Beach is South of Fifth’s newest stop for classic, delicious Japanese cuisine, all from renowned Chef Masatsugu “Masa” Kubo! Another Marriott Stanton South Beach gem, this swank spot has indoor-outdoor dining, as well as a hidden sushi counter called “The Den” and Bar AZABU, a classic-style cocktail bar where spirits lovers can revel in rare Japanese sakes and whiskies. When you go, it’ll be hard to pick what to order (mostly because it all looks good). We suggest the Avo-Uni, American Wagyu Filet Mignon, or the Spicy Tuna Maki Sushi Roll. They’ll all keep calling you back for more.
161 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach; 786.276.0520
For late-night drinks: Hosteria Romana
With a slogan like “Where Italians go for Italian,” you know this place is going to be good. Sitting on Española Way, go here when you don’t want the night to end after dinner. It’s open until 1 a.m., and has every kind of drink you can imagine. Of its nearly 20 martinis on the menu, we recommend the Basil Lemontini! Perfectly Italian, with a little Miami twist, it’s made with lemon gelato, Citron vodka, and fresh lemon and basil.
429 Española Way, Miami Beach; 305.532.4299
Happy dining!
By Jennifer Agress | Miami Editor