MICHELIN Star Restaurants in Miami

The MICHELIN Guide is arguably the most-respected restaurant rating system in the world, and an impressive 16 restaurants throughout Greater Miami & Miami Beach now boast MICHELIN stars.

Restaurants may receive the new Green Star, as well as the one, two or three MICHELIN stars based on five criteria: product quality, mastery of flavor and cooking technique, harmony and balance of flavors, the chef’s personality reflected in their cuisine, and consistency over time and across the entire menu. Here are MICHELIN’s starred choices for the destination.

Miami's MICHELIN Guide Two-Star Restaurant

L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon: The Epitome of Fine Dining In Miami

MICHELIN awards two stars to restaurants judged to have “excellent cooking,” with skillfully prepared dishes and quality reflected in each bite. L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon’s location in the Miami Design District is the only restaurant in Florida to earn two stars. Named after the French word for workshop, “atelier,” the restaurant reflects the culinary concept of the late Chef Joël Robuchon and showcases the highest craftsmanship in even the simplest dishes. Its signature counter seating provides guests with a dynamic view of the creative process. You’ll find both tasting portions and large plates here, but MICHELIN recommends the seasonal prix fixe so you can fully enjoy the French cuisine offered.

MICHELIN Guide One-Star Restaurants in Miami

Thirteen restaurants in the destination were awarded a coveted MICHELIN star. One-star restaurants feature high-quality cooking that is worthy of a stop.

Boia De: Delectable Italian Food In A Surprising Location

The MICHELIN Guide says the cuisine at Boia De is “surprising” – and with good reason: It’s nestled between a laundromat and a medical center in Buena Vista. Boia De’s chefs, Luciana Giangrandi and Alex Meyer, have created what MICHELIN calls a “distinctive and impressive” menu that features contemporary Italian cuisine. Though the eatery only seats 30, don’t be fooled by its modest size. The rotating selection of pasta dishes, such as rabbit pappardelle, king crab tagliolini nero and ossobuco agnolotti, will have you glowing brighter than the signature neon pink exclamation point illuminated above the restaurant’s front door.

Cote Miami: A Meat-Lover’s Paradise & A Huge Wine Menu, Too

Cote Miami, in the Miami Design District, is the perfect mix of Korean barbecue and American steakhouse. With its extensive wine list of more than 1,200 labels, this is a place where guests can pair their beverages with dishes such as the signature five-day, USDA prime dry-aged beef, the Butcher’s Feast (which includes four chef-selected cuts of beef) or the elevated Steak Omakase^™  experience. MICHELIN describes Cote Miami as a “highly stylized Korean steakhouse” and recommends the Butcher’s Feast for first-time diners. It's served with banchan (small side dishes of Korean cuisine), multiple cuts of beef and two kinds of stew.

Hiden: Wynwood’s Delicious Hidden Secret

Hiden is hidden in more than just its name. Chef Shingo Akikuni’s eight-seat counter is located behind a taco stand in Wynwood, and its secret door is only accessible with a time-sensitive passcode. The chef-selected eight- to 10-course menu includes hot and cold dishes, sushi and dessert and is updated periodically to accommodate changes in the availability of seasonal ingredients. The omakase restaurant pays homage to its Japanese roots and includes cuisine made with high-quality ingredients, many flown in from Japan.

Itamae Ao: High-End Nikkei Experience in Midtown

Chef Nando Chang showcases the bold flavors of Nikkei cuisine at Itamae Ao, his intimate 10-seat restaurant in Midtown Miami. This MICHELIN-starred spot offers a multi-course chef’s tasting menu that elevates the fusion of Japanese and Peruvian culinary traditions featuring fish flown in directly from Japan. MICHELIN highlights include the vibrant, acidic leche de tigre, a rich lobster bisque with sweet potato gnocchi, and Hokkaido scallops served over creamy rice.

Le Jardinier: A Celebration of the Seasons & The Senses

Chef Alain Verzeroli’s Le Jardinier is stylishly decorated with a dining room described by MICHELIN as “a celebration of the seasons.” The Miami Design District restaurant’s French contemporary cuisine is lauded as “a study of vibrant tastes and smart compositions that pack big flavor minus the heaviness.” The vegetable-driven menu also includes sustainable seafood, poultry and meat selections. At this retro-glam, light-filled restaurant designed by architect Pierre-Yves Rochon, be sure to enjoy a high-quality spirit, fortified wine or carefully thought-out non-alcoholic beverage.

Los Félix: Mexican Dining in An Artful Setting

Modern, organic and youthful, Los Félix features Mexican cuisine served amid vibrant décor and plenty of art. MICHELIN highlights the pork cheek carnitas with several salsas, grilled octopus with beetroot mole, and a raw, vegan chocolate tart. The Coconut Grove restaurant honors the traditions of the indigenous heritages by cultivating a multisensory experience embedded in time-honored native ingredients, biodynamic wines and craft beers, and an inviting atmosphere influenced by curated music.

Stubborn Seed: Beautiful Food By a “Top Chef” Winner

“Top Chef” Season 13 winner Jeremy Ford’s Stubborn Seed features American cuisine with a contemporary twist in Miami Beach’s South of Fifth neighborhood. Dishes are artfully presented and almost too beautiful to eat. Though the à la carte bar menu, eight-course tasting menu and desserts are frequently updated, MICHELIN recommends truffle chicken, a signature dish, as well as yellowfin crudo. While your meal will undoubtedly be the focus of your visit, be sure to try a cocktail, whiskey or sake drink.

The Surf Club Restaurant: A Thomas Keller Restaurant in Surfside

The Surf Club Restaurant, led by Chef Thomas Keller and located in the Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club in Surfside, serves classic Continental cuisine for the modern diner. Old-school glamour shines brilliantly throughout the historic property without feeling stuffy. MICHELIN suggests the scallop crudo with buttermilk-basil dressing and the Maine lobster thermidor with sauce Américaine. Don’t overlook the decadent pastas and steaks served with a myriad of sauces. Indulge in The Surf Club Restaurant’s extensive wine and cocktail menu and toast to the good life.

Tambourine Room by Tristan Brandt: Contemporary French & An Intimate Setting

An intimate space tucked inside the Carillon Miami Wellness Resort in North Beach, Tambourine Room by Tristan Brandt seats only 18 people. It’s open for dinner Wednesday through Sunday, and reservations are a must. Diners are offered a 10-course tasting menu highlighting contemporary French cuisine with Asian influences. The seasonal menus feature locally sourced ingredients and thoughtfully considered wine-pairing options.

Ariete: Classic French Food With An American Twist

Helmed by Chef Michael Beltran, Ariete in Coconut Grove is known just as much for its daring, ever-changing menu as it is for its delectable signature dishes. The Canard Rohan Duck a la Press for Two is an Ariete experience that features 14-day dry-aged duck breast with three sides. The accompanying sauce is prepared tableside by hand-turned press, making Ariete one of only four restaurants in the United States to employ the traditional French process. MICHELIN highlights the restaurant’s skill, which “weaves together new American and classic French influences to dazzling effect.” It adds that the tasting menu is the best way to experience “creative combinations and excellent sauce work.”

Elcielo Restaurant: A Culinary Experience In Which Chocolate Flows Freely

Chef Juan Manuel Barrientos' Colombian heritage is on full display at Elcielo Restaurant, in the Brickell area. Guests should expect a culinary experience that engages all five senses from the very first course of the 18-course Experience menu. Served with a modern twist, dishes are presented in a dramatic fashion with options such as the tableside "chocotherapy,” where guests wash their hands with chocolate, and the "Tree of Life" yucca bread service.

EntreNos: Locally Sourced Ingredients & A Seasonal Menu

EntreNos, a seasonal restaurant in the heart of Miami Shores, is a culinary gem celebrating the rich bounty of Florida's farmers, fishermen and ranchers. Led by talented chefs Evan Burgess and Osmel Gonzalez, the restaurant crafts cross-cultural dishes using locally sourced ingredients. Its seasonal à la carte menu is a testament to the diversity and quality of Florida's produce, seafood and meats. Notable dishes recommended by MICHELIN include succulent Cape Canaveral shrimp, flavorful dry-aged grilled cobia and the unique pumpkin flan ice cream topped with coffee foam and pepita granola.  

Ogawa: A Special Kind of Japanese Cuisine In Little River

Located in Little River, Ogawa features an omakase of cooked dishes and nigiri that showcases clean ingredients and the time-honored techniques of Edomae cuisine. The menu begins with small dishes that highlight seasonal ingredients. Then you’ll enjoy 8 to 10 nigiri, a hand roll, miso soup and dessert. MICHELIN says the Japanese-style herring roe, balanced nigiri, and squid topped with osetra caviar and dusted with sansho pepper are testaments to the chefs’ skills. To complement the exemplary food, Ogawa has a curated selection of classic wines, artisanal sakes and rare Japanese whiskies as well as a private Japanese garden.

Shingo: Premium Omakase From Japan to Coral Gables

Sushi Chef Shingo Akikuni is no stranger to MICHELIN stars, and he has brought his talents to the La Palma Building, a historic landmark in Coral Gables. Shingo features a 14-seat counter and an 18-course menu, highlighting seasonal ingredients locally sourced in Florida and throughout Japan. MICHELIN applauds the restaurant’s fish, which is almost entirely sourced from Japan and presented with a dash of nikiri. Its recent special of high-grade tuna from Aomori, Japan and decadent chawanmushi with matsutake was lauded by MICHELIN.

Miami's MICHELIN Guide Green-Star Restaurants 

Three restaurants in Greater Miami & Miami Beach were awarded a dignified MICHELIN green star. Restaurants with green stars are noted for their exceptional food and remarkable dedication to eco-friendly practices, such as collaborating with sustainable producers and suppliers to minimize waste and eliminate the use of non-recyclable materials.

EntreNos: Hyper-Local, Waste Free Dining

In addition to earning a MICHELIN Star for their seasonal menu and fresh, ingredient-driven dishes, Chefs Evan Burgess and Osmel Gonzalez of EntreNos have also been awarded a MICHELIN Green Star for their commitment to sustainability. At their intimate restaurant, the duo works exclusively with local farmers and ranchers for produce and land-based proteins, while sourcing seafood responsibly from Florida fishermen. Their thoughtfully curated wine list leans heavily on organic selections. Taking sustainability a step further, they repurpose food trim into house-made products like vinegars and sauces.

Krüs Kitchen & Los Félix: Fine Food You Can Feel Good About

Located in Coconut Grove, Krüs Kitchen serves affordable, market-driven food and organic wines sourced from small farms. The restaurant focuses on consciously curated ingredients and building relationships with farmers and vendors to support the production of vegetables and local fish species. It uses only grass-fed/grass-finished meats, lamb and heritage pork and is committed to eliminating the use of seed oils. The establishment also offers customers a retail space, and a percentage of sales go to its nonprofit to serve community needs. MICHELIN highlights Krüs Kitchen’s wild-caught crab and cilantro aioli with smoked coconut rice. 

In addition to its one MICHELIN star, Los Félix (Krüs Kitchen's sister restaurant) has also been awarded a green star for its gastronomy and sustainability practices. Both restaurants are owned and operated by Chef Sebastian Vargas and share eco-friendly practices.

Stubborn Seed: Farm Fueled Dining

Complementing its MICHELIN Star for Chef Jeremy Ford’s inventive tasting menu and bold Latin-Asian–inspired cuisine, Stubborn Seed has also been awarded a MICHELIN Green Star for its sustainability efforts. Many of Ford’s ingredients are sourced from his own 5.5-acre farm, which inspires both the restaurant’s menu and cocktail program. Stubborn Seed also partners with composting initiatives that transform kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich compost, which is then used to nourish the very farm that fuels the restaurant.

Bib Gourmand

The MICHELIN Guide recognizes restaurants with great food at great value with a Bib Gourmand award, and 14 establishments throughout Greater Miami & Miami Beach were honored with the distinction. Dining options range from Mediterranean to barbecue to Vietnamese.

Sommelier Award

The MICHELIN Guide’s 2025 Florida Sommelier Award was presented to Jacqueline Pirolo of MICHELIN recommended Macchialina. After being introduced to the world of wine through one of her older brother’s careers in wine sales, Pirolo found camaraderie in wine tastings. She has been sharing her Italian driven wine list with Miami locals for 13 years, ensuring her selections pair perfectly with Macchialina’s Italian dishes. Her favorite pairing is a glass of Cesanese or Ciliegiolo with a bowl of spaghetti pomodoro made by none other than her brother and chef of Macchialina, Michael Pirolo.

Young Chef Award

The MICHELIN Guide’s 2025 Young Chef Award was presented to Juan Camilo Liscano of MICHELIN-recommended Palma in Little Havana. Born in Miami, Liscano draws inspiration from his early exposure to global cuisines in Argentina and Beijing—experiences made possible by his father’s career with American Airlines. His ever-evolving contemporary menu is rooted in seasonality and minimalist presentation, with each dish reflecting his eclectic creativity. One of his personal favorites is the “Bouquet,” a floral-inspired composition that resembles a bouquet of flowers, artfully showcasing fresh greens and herbs, dry-cured ham, and Espelette pepper.

MICHELIN Guide Florida Additions

For 2025, MICHELIN Guide Inspectors announced 14 new additions in Florida, including four in Miami.

History of the MICHELIN Guide

The MICHELIN Guide was founded in 1900 to encourage tire sales in the newly developed French automobile industry. The little red guidebook contained helpful information for travelers, such as maps, restaurant and hotel listings, and even tire-changing tips. Today, the MICHELIN Guide includes restaurant selections in countries all over the world. The inclusion of Florida restaurants in the MICHELIN Guide reflects the fine-dining guide’s expansion across the United States.

Locals and travelers have long appreciated the culinary expertise of Miami’s chefs. Whether you’re looking for rustic flavors or fine-dining selections, Miami’s restaurants are sure to impress.