* ART WEEK ROUND-UP – Dining Destinations To Visit
DINING DESTINATIONS TO VISIT DURING ART WEEK
As Miami Art Week transforms the city into a global epicenter of creativity, the energy extends far beyond the walls of convention centers and museum galleries. Across Miami, restaurants become stages, rooftops become runways, and the city’s most iconic dining rooms evolve into immersive cultural experiences. This year, an extraordinary lineup of culinary happenings, fashion activations, and high-vibe celebrations invites visitors and locals alike to savor the very best of Miami’s dining scene. From legendary omakase collaborations to neon-painted dining rooms, from beachfront brunches infused with house music to riverfront runway shows, these are the destinations—and moments—not to miss.
SOUTH BEACH: OCEANFRONT GLAMOUR MEETS CULINARY PERFORMANCE
Queen Miami Beach – 550 Washington Ave., Miami Beach
Inside a lavishly restored Art Deco theater, Queen Miami Beach sets the stage for an ultra-luxurious Art Week dining experience. The Four Hands Omakase Collaboration unites Executive Chef Freddy Money and sushi master Max Kamakura for a 12-course spectacle of crispy rice crowned with caviar, toro tartare, miso lamb chops, and precision-driven artistry ($395). Add champagne pairings and late-night DJ performances, and Art Week becomes a true sensory performance.
MILA Miami – 1636 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
A rooftop sanctuary inspired by Mediterranean and Asian traditions, MILA offers a golden-hour escape defined by skyline views and sculptural interiors. Signature dishes include hamachi crudo with yuzu kosho and truffle, black cod umami glaze, and Japanese A5 wagyu skewers—each plate as refined as the design-driven space itself.
The Betsy Hotel’s LT Steak & Seafood – 1440 Ocean Drive
With ocean views and nightly live jazz, LT Steak & Seafood is a beloved Art Week retreat. Prime filet mignon, lobster risotto, and yellowfin tuna tartare create the perfect setting for a refined meal between exhibitions.
Jaya at The Setai – 2001 Collins Ave.
Jaya’s tropical courtyard—framed by fire columns and live performances—is the pinnacle of theatrical dining. Thai curry lobster, Peking duck, and wagyu satay make this one of Art Week’s most elegant must-visit destinations.
WYNWOOD: STREET ART MEETS GASTRONOMIC EXPERIMENTATION
R House Wynwood – 2727 NW 2nd Ave.
Vibrant, bold, and endlessly creative, R House puts its avant-garde spin on Art Week with a new burger lineup: The R Burger with mojo pork, Big Papi with chorizo and plantains, and Greek Goddess with lamb-beef kofta and feta. Pair them with truffle yuca fries and a mojito passion martini—a Wynwood essential.
Casa Ya’ax – 51 NE 24th St.
Rooted in Mayan tradition, Casa Ya’ax celebrates Mexico’s agave culture with dishes like mole madre, cochinita pibil tamales, and wood-grilled octopus. A mezcal pairing ritual elevates the experience from dinner to ceremony.
Uchi Miami – 252 NW 25th St.
James Beard Award-winner Tyson Cole channels elegance and precision in Uchi’s seasonal omakase offerings, featuring sea bass sashimi with chili crisp, foie gras nigiri, and luxurious bluefin toro.
DESIGN DISTRICT: ARCHITECTURAL ELEGANCE MEETS CULINARY INNOVATION
COTE Miami – 3900 NE 2nd Ave.
A Michelin-starred Korean steakhouse and cocktail lounge, COTE returns with its anticipated Basel Feast—an experience featuring USDA Prime and Japanese A5 cuts, steak tartare with caviar, and the cult-favorite Kimchi Wagyu Paella.
L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon – 151 NE 41st St.
The only two-Michelin-starred restaurant in Miami presents a masterful 8-course tasting menu, with signatures like langoustine truffle ravioli and quail stuffed with foie gras.
WYNWOOD & EDGEWATER
Klaw Restaurant & Rooftop Bar – 1737 N Bayshore Dr.
Inside the historic Miami Woman’s Club, Klaw elevates surf-and-turf with Norwegian king crab, dry-aged Nebraskan beef, and Petrossian caviar service. A pre-sunset rooftop cocktail here is practically ritual.
BRICKELL & JUST BEYOND: NIGHTLIFE, NARRATIVE & NEW ENERGY
Delilah Miami – 301 Brickell Key Drive
A glamorous supper club where Roaring ’20s aesthetics meet contemporary cuisine. Expect caviar-topped potato beignets, duck confit pasta, and nightly performances.
Zeru Miami – 1395 Brickell Ave.
This refined newcomer blends Basque coastal flavors with Miami’s multicultural flair—think txuleta rib-eye, seafood fideuà, and tuna tartare with ajo blanco foam.
Zuma Miami – 270 Biscayne Blvd. Way
A power-dining institution overlooking the Miami River, Zuma’s Art Week Kaiseki Menu includes crispy shrimp, spicy tenderloin, and miso-marinated black cod.
FEATURED ART WEEK DINING EXPERIENCES
Miami Art Week is more than a celebration of contemporary art—it’s a full-sensory immersion of culture, cuisine, fashion, and nightlife. As the city welcomes tastemakers from around the world, a trio of exclusive events brings the glamour of Art Week to life.
A Night of Art & Opulence: Bradley Theodore Live at Sexy Fish Miami
Thursday, December 4
On December 4, acclaimed artist Bradley Theodore transforms Sexy Fish into a glowing canvas of neon color and movement. Through live painting and immersive projections, guests are enveloped in his signature visual language. Earlier that evening, VIP guests board a yacht wrapped in Theodore’s artwork to enjoy caviar and signature Sexy Fish bites in a limited-edition Art Miami box. Sexy Fish’s vibrant interiors—featuring works by Damien Hirst and fish lamps by Frank Gehry—create the ultimate backdrop for this Art Week takeover.
Brunch to the Rhythm of Soluna at Nikki Beach
Sunday, December 7 | 11 AM – 8 PM
Nikki Beach partners with Soluna to debut HOUSE BRUNCH, a high-vibe beachfront experience featuring curated house and afro-house sets. With DJs like Joezi, Faul & Wad, and Kill Them With Colour, the celebration evolves from leisurely brunch to sunset revelry, capturing the carefree luxury of South Beach.
Luli Fama Runway at Kiki on The River
Saturday, December 6 | 1 PM
Swimwear icon Luli Fama brings a vibrant runway show to the Miami River. Guests enjoy cocktails and Mediterranean-inspired dishes at Kiki on The River while previewing the brand’s newest, unmistakably Miami collection. Greek island charm meets riverfront glam in one of the week’s most picturesque fashion moments.
