We’re only two months into the new year, but things continue to look better than last year for the local food scene. While there’s still a long recovery ahead, South Florida is seeing a slew of new openings that should give restaurateurs and foodies a reason to smile. Here are some of the best new restaurants in Miami.
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Do you like steak? If so, COTE is the place for you. This Korean steakhouse from New York has made a new home in the Design District, where guests can indulge in what’s essentially meat heaven. The Michelin-starred eatery is known for its varied selection of cuts – emphasis on varied. There’s ribeye, NY strip, filet mignon, skirt steak, marinated short rib, Japanese Wagyu… if you can think of it, it’s here.
Because there’s a lot to choose from, it’s best to leave the choices to the pros. Order the Butcher’s Feast – a steal at $54 per person – for four chef-selected cuts complemented by various Korean sides like egg souffle, stews, and ban-chan (assorted seasonal vegetables). Another option: the Steak Omakase – the grand tour of steak. This menu is huge, so repeat visits are in order.
COTE is located at 3900 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33137. For more information, visit their official website.
EST.33 Thai Brewery & Kitchen
Austin-based Uchi has also made Miami its new home. The eatery’s first location outside of Texas offers guests the same exquisite sushi bar experience that customers know and love. The menu is comprised of numerous hot and cold Japanese dishes along with an appetizing list of sushi and sashimi – plus much more. Other specials include the butter-poached lobster with baked apple and green curry and the bluefin akami crudo with aji Amarillo, blood orange and pumpkin.
This is another place where there are so many choices to enjoy. That’s why it’s recommended to try one of three tastings: The six-course signature tasting, the six-course vegetarian tasting or the 10-course chef’s tasting. Sweet delicacies like coconut tapioca and banana cake close out the menu.
Uchi is located at 252 NW 25th Street, Miami, FL 33127. For more information, visit their official website.