
Worth the Drive: Asian Food in South Florida
Six Asian restaurants north of Miami that justify the traffic, from Isan Thai in Fort Lauderdale to charcoal Korean barbecue in Lauderhill.

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620 restaurants across 87 neighborhoods and 150 cuisines. Nobody pays to appear here, and nobody pays to rank.
Brickell after work, Wynwood on a Saturday, Coral Gables when it matters. Each area eats differently.
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Six Asian restaurants north of Miami that justify the traffic, from Isan Thai in Fort Lauderdale to charcoal Korean barbecue in Lauderhill.

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Prime Ribeye, Hamachi Crudo
Chef Jeremy Ford's contemporary American Coral Gables restaurant from Grove Bay Hospitality, centered on shareable plates, premium cuts, seafood, cocktails, and a lively bar.
Dinner Mon-Thu and Sun 5:00 PM-10:00 PM; Fri-Sat 5:00 PM-11:00 PM; Friday lunch 12:00 PM-4:00 PM
Cangrejo Brioche with Ikura, Kampachi Tiradito
Intimate Little Havana restaurant from Shōwa Hospitality where chef Pancho Ibáñez, formerly chef de cuisine at Pujol, applies French technique to contemporary Mexican cooking.
Closed Mon-Tue; Wed-Sat 5:30 PM-10:00 PM; Sun brunch 12:00 PM-5:30 PM

Mojito Criollo, Croquetas
Little Havana restaurant and bar from chef Michelle Bernstein and cantinero Julio Cabrera, pairing Cuban-inspired food, classic cocktails, nightly trova music, and a late-night weekend DJ.
Venue Sun-Thu 4:00 PM-12:00 AM and Fri-Sat 4:00 PM-2:00 AM; dinner Sun-Wed 5:00 PM-10:00 PM, Thu 5:00 PM-11:00 PM, Fri-Sat 5:00 PM-12:00 AM

Korean Fried Chicken, Roasted Cauliflower
High-energy Wynwood restaurant built around wood-smoked and wood-grilled Asian-inspired cooking, with inventive shared plates, cocktails, weekend brunch, and weekday lunch.
Dinner Mon-Tue 5:00 PM-10:00 PM; Wed and Sun 4:00 PM-10:00 PM; Thu-Sat 4:00 PM-11:00 PM; Lunch Wed-Fri 12:00 PM-4:00 PM; Brunch Sat-Sun 12:00 PM-4:00 PM

Toro Tartare, Crispy Rice
Michelin-selected modern Asian restaurant and Hi-Fi listening bar in Brickell pairing a seasonal, seed-oil-free menu with cocktails, vinyl-focused sound, and private dining.
Mon-Wed 6:00 PM-10:00 PM; Thu-Sat 6:00 PM-1:00 AM; Sun closed; Happy Hour Mon-Sat 5:00 PM-7:00 PM

Smoked Coconut Rice, Grilled Prawns
Intimate Coconut Grove restaurant from chef Sebastián Vargas serving market-driven contemporary cooking, weekend brunch, and a natural-wine program rooted in local sourcing and sustainability.
Tue-Thu and Sun 5:30 PM-10:00 PM; Fri-Sat 5:30 PM-11:00 PM; Brunch Sat-Sun 11:00 AM-3:30 PM; Mon closed

Ossobuco Empanada, Smoked Baby Beets
MICHELIN Guide recommended Wynwood restaurant from chef and grill master Guillermo Eleicegui, centered on open-fire meats, global flavors, and charred seasonal vegetables.
Mon-Thu 4:00 PM-10:00 PM; Fri-Sat 4:00 PM-11:00 PM; Sun 4:00 PM-10:00 PM

Unicorn, Smoked Wagyu Short Rib Bao
Award-winning modern Asian restaurant by chef Paul Qui beneath Faena's golden dome, blending Filipino, Spanish, Japanese, and French influences through charcoal, smoke, and refined technique.
Tue-Wed 6:30 PM-10:00 PM; Thu-Sat 6:30 PM-11:00 PM; Sun-Mon closed; Live music Fri-Sat from 7:00 PM
Tortellini in Parmigiano Reggiano Sauce, Cacio e Pepe in Miami
Massimo Bottura's playful contemporary Italian restaurant at The Moore in the Miami Design District, combining Emilia-Romagna technique, Florida ingredients, modern art, and low-waste cooking.
Closed Sun; lunch Mon-Sat 12:30 PM-3:30 PM; dinner Mon-Thu 6:00 PM-10:00 PM and Fri-Sat 6:00 PM-11:00 PM
Ceviche Clásico, Tiraditos
Twelve-seat North Miami Beach Peruvian Nikkei ceviche and raw-bar counter recognized with a 2026 Michelin Bib Gourmand.
Mon-Fri 12:00 PM-4:00 PM walk-ins and 5:00 PM-9:00 PM reservations only; Sat 12:00 PM-9:00 PM reservations only; Sun closed

Cast Iron Pancake, Cuban-American Sandwich
Chef Michael Beltran's Michelin Bib Gourmand Cuban-American diner serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner in Coconut Grove.
Mon-Tue 7:30 AM-3:00 PM; Wed-Sat 7:30 AM-10:00 PM; Sun 7:30 AM-7:00 PM
Cevichocho, Cerdito y Llapingacho
Chef Alejandra Espinoza's contemporary Ecuadorian restaurant, recognized with a 2026 Michelin Bib Gourmand for an expressive menu rooted in regional ingredients and traditions.
Mon-Tue closed; Wed-Thu 6:00 PM-9:00 PM; Fri 6:00 PM-9:30 PM; Sat 1:00 PM-9:30 PM; Sun 1:00 PM-8:00 PM

Crab Leg Rangoon, Hennessy Orange Chicken
A lively Upper Eastside Chinese restaurant serving playful Cantonese-inspired dishes and cocktails in an intimate, red-lit dining room.
Mon-Tue closed; Wed-Sun 5:30 PM-10:00 PM

Manti, Pistachio Kebap
A lively modern Aegean meze restaurant and bar in Wynwood, serving shareable Greek and Turkish plates cooked over wood fire and charcoal.
Mon-Thu 12:00 PM-10:45 PM; Fri-Sat 12:00 PM-11:45 PM; Sun 12:00 PM-10:45 PM; closed Thanksgiving

Smoked Lamb Neck, Ghost Pepper Cheddar Naan
Chef Niven Patel's Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant in Downtown Dadeland, serving Western Indian-inspired dishes with produce from the chef's own farm.
Lunch daily 12:00 PM-2:30 PM; dinner Mon-Thu and Sun 5:00 PM-9:00 PM, Fri-Sat 5:00 PM-9:30 PM

Naturally Leavened Pizza, Clam Pizza
Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant in Little River centered on naturally leavened pizza, seasonal ingredients, and a concise natural-wine list.
Mon-Thu 5:00 PM-10:00 PM; Fri-Sat 12:00 PM-3:00 PM and 5:00 PM-11:00 PM; Sun 12:00 PM-3:00 PM and 5:00 PM-10:00 PM

Cavatelli Macchialina, Chicken Parm
Rustic Italian trattoria in Miami Beach known for handmade pasta by Chef Michael Pirolo, listed in the Michelin Guide.
Mon-Thu 6-10pm; Fri-Sun 5-11pm

Grilled Octopus, Baked Feta
Husband-and-wife owned Greek and Turkish courtyard bistro in the Design District, founded by Ahmet Erkaya and Anastasia Koutsioukis in 2009 in a restored 1940s home with a beloved garden patio.
Daily 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Canard à la Presse, Venison Tartare
Michael Beltran's one-Michelin-starred Coconut Grove restaurant blending Cuban-American memory with modern American and French technique through à la carte and tasting experiences.
Sun-Thu 5:30 PM-10:00 PM, last seating 9:30 PM; Fri-Sat 5:30 PM-11:00 PM, last seating 10:30 PM
Beef Tartare, Tagliolini Nero
Tiny Buena Vista restaurant from chefs Luciana Giangrandi and Alex Meyer, serving playful modern Italian cooking and natural wine beneath a neon pink exclamation point.
Daily 5:30 PM-10:30 PM; an official FAQ still says 10:00 PM, so confirm late seating

Butcher's Feast, COTE Galbi
Miami's Michelin-starred Korean steakhouse, combining premium cuts grilled tableside with banchan, cocktails, and a polished Design District setting.
Lunch daily 12:00 PM-3:00 PM; Dinner Sun-Wed 5:00 PM-11:00 PM; Thu-Sat 5:00 PM-12:00 AM
Negroni, Dirty Martini
Intimate 60-seat high-fidelity listening lounge next to Yamashiro Miami, pairing curated vinyl sessions with cocktails in a dressy ninth-floor Downtown setting.
Wed, Fri, and Sat from 7:00 PM; sessions 7:00 PM-9:00 PM, 9:00 PM-11:00 PM, and 11:00 PM-last call
Macadamia-Crusted Snapper, Bang Bang Shrimp
Longtime Ocean Drive seafood spot inside the Avalon Hotel known for tropical-inflected fish dishes, a raw bar, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Art Deco strip.
Mon-Wed 5:00-10:30 PM; Thu-Sun 5:00-11:00 PM. Happy hour daily 3:00-7:00 PM.
Whole Branzino, Grilled Mykonos Octopus
Modern Mediterranean social house in historic Peacock Garden, rooted in Aegean and Cycladic flavors with shared plates, seafood, weekend brunch, cocktails, and a lively late-night atmosphere.
Dinner daily; Mon-Wed 6:00 PM-12:00 AM, Thu 5:30 PM-12:15 AM, Fri-Sat 5:30 PM-12:30 AM, Sun 5:30 PM-11:00 PM; brunch Sat-Sun 11:30 AM-3:00 PM
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