Diners' Choice: Neighbourhood gem restaurants in Miami - Dade

OpenTable

Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are the best neighbourhood gems in Miami - Dade? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Jealous Fork

5.0

5 (73)

$31 to $50

American

Tamiami

About the restaurant

Welcome to Jealous Fork, a modern haven for American Cuisine, located at 14417 SW 42nd St, Miami, founded by Joaquin Ortis and Henrik Telle. Our commitment to customer service and quality homemade dishes is at the heart of our ethos.

Famous for our artisan pancakes, we've expanded to a full menu, showcasing our unique spin on classic recipes. Star dishes include Buckhead Farm's Churrasco, served with smoked hasselback potato and citrus-roasted zucchini, and our seared rare Ahi Tuna, presented with wasabi mashed potatoes, napa cabbage slaw, and our housemade Wu-Tang sauce.

Nestled in the heart of Miami, close to prominent landmarks, Jealous Fork offers a stylish and cozy atmosphere, complete with a serene backyard for an immersive dining experience. Visit us to embark on a culinary journey where every dish tells a story.

Top review

Tania

Dined on May 26, 2025

The food was amazing! The Oreo Pancakes are to die for and the kebabobs are so interesting because you have to eat them a certain way so that the flavors all come out. We cannot wait to go again!

Dolce Italian

4.9

4.9 (1252)

$31 to $50

Italian

South Beach

About the restaurant

Dolce Italian is the winner of the 2015 Accolade “America’s Best New Restaurant” situated in the heart of Miami Beach on 17th and Collins at The Gale Hotel. Led by award winning Chef Paolo Dorigato, this charming Italian restaurant which received a 3-star review from the Miami Herald serves breakfast, lunch, happy hour and dinner with options for both indoor dining and al fresco dining on the outdoor patio and covered terrace with a fresh selection of pizzas, pastas, apps, salads and entrees. Dolce also offers private dining and catering for special events, both offsite and onsite throughout the property at The Gale Hotel on the Garden Rooftop, The Regent Cocktail Club and The Rec Room.

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Terry

Dined on May 13, 2025

Have a 3 star , was going to give 3 1/2 but can’t and 4 , na , no way . And the valet service , not part of the Resto but where they recommend . Total disarray , maybe even enraging .

NiDo Caffé

4.9

4.9 (370)

$31 to $50

Italian

MiMo / Upper East Side

About the restaurant

Come visit our neighborhood gem for amazing Italian cuisine! We offer inside and outside dining. Ni.Do Wine@ Beer Restaurant is and authentic Italian restaurant offering an amazing experience starting with the Menu with weekly specials followed by our ambiance and warming staff. Kids friendly, Pets friendly, Vegetarian options. If you are interested in more details please visit www.nidocaffe.com and follow us on Instagram -nidocaffe-
Parking it's simple in front or in the lot always you find a place. We look forward to serving you!

Top review

Thatiane

Dined on May 17, 2025

It was an amazing experience at NiDo! The food it from heaven, the waitress was incredible kind and the place is so beautiful and warm. We loved!!!

CRAFT Key Biscayne

4.9

4.9 (49)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Village of Key Biscayne

About the restaurant

At CRAFT restaurants we seek to offer a modern and casual atmosphere, ideal for breakfast, lunch meetings, a bite after work or a family get together for brunch any weekend. Our signature Neapolitan pizzas smoothly pair with our craft beers for a perfect combo to hang out with friends. We take great pride in bringing an excellent service for each one of our customers on top of the delicious food we serve at each CRAFT location. We’d like to make everyone feel like regulars, welcoming them warmly, tending to every detail and serving our best cooking.

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Jimmy

Dined on Apr 22, 2025

Great restaurant, it has a friendly environment, the food was great, and the service was awesome

Taipa Peruvian Restaurant- (Coral Gables-57 Ave)

4.9

4.9 (14)

$31 to $50

Peruvian

West Miami

About the restaurant

Welcome to Taipa! Led by Chef Carlos Paredes, we specialize in delicious Peruvian cuisine. Our signature dishes include fresh ceviches, bursting with flavor, and the classic lomo saltado, a tasty stir-fry of beef and vegetables served with rice.

Come enjoy a warm and friendly atmosphere where you can savor authentic Peruvian flavors. Whether you're a fan of Peruvian food or trying it for the first time, Taipa is the perfect place for a great meal.

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Maria Luisa

Dined on May 20, 2025

Incredible food! Super professional staff and beautiful presentation !!

Shokudo - Miami

4.8

4.8 (364)

$30 and under

Asian

Buena Vista

About the restaurant

Shokudo is an Asian Bistro restaurant celebrating our 11th year anniversary with a special discounted menu until August 31st, 2023, brought to you by the people behind South Beach’s long-standing favorite Toni's Sushi Bar of South Beach and the hit ramen restaurant, Shimuja, located in Davie.

Translated from Japanese as "the path to good food," Shokudo specializes in providing a broad range of comfort food favorites from across Asia such as Sushi, Ramen, Kalbi, Pho, and an array of other cross-cultural dishes. With over 25 years of experience in Miami, Shokudo brings the best of Asian cuisine to the Buena Vista neighborhood, located just steps from Miami’s Design District. The restaurant boasts an open kitchen; a modern, bright interior design; a serene outdoor covered patio; and a full bar.

We are currently open for indoor/outdoor dining, takeout and delivery seven days a week from 5 to 10:30p.m. Be sure to visit us during Happy Hour, offered daily from 5 to 7:00p.m

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on May 15, 2025

We go to shokudo since its opening, which over 12 years now. The food continues to amaze us, the quality and the freshness is stellar. The ambiance, the service and the food makes us feel like we are eating at home. Our favorites are the tuna poke, the grilled octupus, the shokudo, the yuba, the samurai, the mango and the blue crab rolls are fantastic, so fresh. The torched salmon nigiri is a delicatesse. And if they ever offer a special don’t miss out, they are always spetacular!

Fifi's on the Beach

4.8

4.8 (608)

$31 to $50

Seafood

North Beach

About the restaurant

Fifi's Place only uses locally caught and or sustainable fish. Long known by locals for its outstanding freshness, Fifi's Seafood has been discovered by visitors to our area as well. This has led to a recent expansion of the restaurant into the adjoining store front and has more than doubled the seating capacity. Famous for its seafood Paella and fresh Hog Snapper caught by local divers daily, we also offer the freshest stone crabs when in season and Florida lobster.
Many who have discovered Fifi's Place return often for the happening vibe and fish and lobsters that are often just hours out of the ocean. Many dishes have a Japanese twist, while others are solidly Latin.

Top review

sonyaVIP

Dined on May 16, 2025

Very nice place. Great seafood with nice presentation as well.

Casa Isola

4.8

4.8 (451)

$31 to $50

Italian

South Beach

About the restaurant

Casa Isola, the latest concept by five-time James Beard Foundation Award-nominated chef and celebrated restaurateur Chef Jose Mendin, opened its doors to the public in February 2021. Located in the iconic Pubbelly space within Miami Beach's exclusive Sunset Harbour neighborhood, Casa Isola brings a fresh culinary spirit to the beloved area.

This progressive Italian osteria honors Pubbelly's tavern-style dining while introducing new, innovative flavors. At Casa Isola, Chef Mendin embraces a scratch-made approach, utilizing the finest ingredients to create memorable, high-quality dishes. Experience the best of Italian cuisine with no shortcuts at Casa Isola, Miami Beach’s premier dining destination.

Top review

Juan

Dined 7 days ago

Great food and excellent service by Valentine. We will come back.

Grand Central by Nuno Grullon

4.8

4.8 (73)

$30 and under

American

North Miami

About the restaurant

Grand Central is the latest addition to Biscayne Boulevard by chef Nuno Grullon. The inspiration for the menu is American classics executed simply with the best quality ingredients. From dry-aged steaks to handmade pasta and an eclectic wine list to pair, Grand Central is sure to leave an impression on your palate.

**chef driven menu, so modifications will be limited, please contact us before making your reservations if you have any restrictions that may affect your experience.

**We accommodate reservations with both our counter seating and tables. While we do our best to accommodate, we cannot guarantee seating preferences.

**Reservation of 8+ will be served a pre-fixe menu of chefs choice. For more information please reach out to the restaurant directly.

**If a time slot is not available, we recommend calling so we can try to accommodate.

****City parking lot available at 626 NE 81st ST, Miami FL 33138

Top review

BrianVIP

Dined on Feb 26, 2025

From the appetizers through desert, beautiful presentation, service, and palate. I simply love the way this chef seasons his food. Tried a different entre tonight. I had the Wild Mushroom Tagliolini. The use of the black truffle accentuates this dish, but it is not overbearing. One of the best if not best in town.

Bella Cuba

4.7

4.7 (586)

$30 and under

Cuban

South Beach

About the restaurant

Authentic Family owned and operated Traditional Cuban Restaurant in the Heart of South Beach. Since 2005 the family has brought delicious Cuban food and drinks to Miami Beach. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing a piece of Cuba with you.
We are conveniently Located on corner Lincoln Ave. and Washington Avenue. 1 block from the Miami Beach Convention Center, The Fillmore Theater, New World Campus and Soundscape Park across the street.

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Kevin

Dined on May 31, 2025

Quaint down home Cuban joint with great staff and even better food.

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