The Best New Restaurants in Miami [September 2025]

New flavors, bold concepts, and a mix of nostalgia and innovation—Miami’s newest openings are giving locals plenty to explore. From Si Papa’s single-dish Italian comfort to Fratesi’s inventive pizzas, and Mi Chini’s moody late-night cocktails,  these newcomers prove the city’s appetite for reinvention never slows down.

Amavi

It has been less than a month since Amavi opened its doors, and it’s already earning a spot on the epicureans’ weekly rotation. Hailing from New York, Amavi fit into the Miami dining scene effortlessly. By day (or rather, early evening), it’s an elegant dinner spot led by Chef Tolga Mutlu, inspired by the Aegean coast and Greek markets. But linger long enough, and dinner becomes the night out. Here, a dramatic 33-foot bar stretches through the room, while a glowing central runway becomes the stage once DJs and live performers set the mood.

On the menu, expect starters like a hazelnut and roasted artichoke tapenade with warm pita, crudo of the day, and juicy kofta skewers with tzatziki that are just perfect for sharing. Entrees hold their own against the glitz: mafaldine pasta with slow-cooked rib ragu is hearty and layered, while signature grilled lamb chops with celery purée simply melt in your mouth. Tableside whole branzino with herb butter is a showstopper worth ordering next time. And dessert? The creamy Dubai cheesecake with roasted pistachio kunefe crunch is non-negotiable. 

Amavi is located at 3252 NE 1st Ave Suite 109, Miami, FL 33137. For more information, visit their official website.

Fratesi’s

For Miami’s pizza aficionados, there’s something totally unprecedented on the scene, and it goes by the name of Fratesi’s. What started as a weekly pop-up at hotspots like Over Under and Tâm Tâm has now gained its own brick-and-mortar location in Downtown Miami. Open exclusively from Thursday to Sunday evenings, the new shop gets packed as soon as the door opens, and a reservation is hard to come by, which speaks volumes about how good the pizza is. 

Here it’s all about the pies—forget the crusts. Cheese and a plethora of unusual toppings come spilling over the edge in the best possible way. On the menu, find creations like the Demon Pig Girl, brimming with juicy sausage, banana peppers, and hot honey; it’s the epitome of a breakfast pizza in all the best ways. For white pie lovers, the Cosmo’s Moon is the bee’s knees, including all the right cheeses—fresh mozzarella, pecorino romano, seasoned ricotta, and grana padano. Oh, and adding fresh garlic is a must. Finally, the Caesar salad is the perfect finale to the meal—incredibly creamy and featuring seasoned semolina breadcrumbs in every bite. The additional grana padano shavings are welcome, with a healthy dusting of cheese shavings to come. With a few wine and sparkling offerings and a familiar New Jersey pizzeria vibe, this spot is bound to become the go-to once the crowds wind down. 

Fratesi’s is located at 69 E Flagler St, Miami, FL 33131. For more information, visit their official website.

Maison Ostrow

Paris-born and self-proclaimed “Kosher Queen,” Chef Olivia Ostrow is keeping everyone on their toes once again with her newly opened restaurant, Maison Ostrow (certified kosher by the ORB). The 145-seat restaurant is bold and loud, decked out in conversation-starting art, yet keeping the right notes of Parisian elegance and the Riviera soul where needed. There’s a terrace with glimpses of Biscayne Bay that’s perfect for both brunching and sunset spritzes, but the real magic comes out in the carefully crafted dishes. 

French-Jewish roots and Mediterranean influences mélange in mouth-watering dishes like the Provençal fish velouté, truite meuniere, steak frites with bordelaise sauce, Maison Ostrow chicken and lamb paupiette, and an incredible selection of house-made butters laced with saffron, za’atar, or harissa, to name a few. 

Over at the bar, top mixologists are shaking up something special like the Golden Spark, mixed with vodka, melon puree, lime juice, ginger syrup, and Cointreau. Divine. On top of it all, there’s a rotating Chef’s tasting menu, an Épicerie featuring house-made vegan butters, sauces, and rillettes, and kosher full-service catering available. Because we all know Chef Ostrow doesn’t play. 

Maison Ostrow is located at 1666 79th Street Causeway Suite 102, North Bay Village, FL 33141. For more information, visit their official website.

Mi Chini 

The team behind Phuc Yea has done it again—and this time, it’s a little sultry, a little secretive, and a whole lot of fun. Tucked just behind the MiMo restaurant, Mi Chini Cocktail Bar is the newest late-night hideaway shaking things up in the neighborhood. Open Thursday through Saturday evenings, the vibe here is intentionally moody: dim lights, glossy green tiles catching the glow of neon, and a marble bar that begs you to linger over a pandan cocktail or two.

Oh, and it’s not just about the cocktails. The menu is built for sharing and play, with Colombian empanadas served with aji nước chấm, indulgent dirty tots crowned with caviar, and even egg noodles with champagne sauce. As you indulge in a yuzu-doused libation, expect salsa vieja, disco, golden-era hip hop, and deep house spun with care, curated by Grammy-winning Miami native Gamal “LunchMoney” Lewis. With its roots in both Latin soul and Asian flair, Mi Chini manages to feel fresh yet familiar—a flirty, intoxicating addition to Miami nights.

Mi Chini is located inside Phuc Yea at 7100 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL 33138. For more information, visit their official website. 

Old Cutler Inn 

Palmetto Bay is getting back a piece of its soul. Across from the Deering Estate, the Old Cutler Inn is opening its doors as a fresh neighborhood hub while paying homage to a long-lost local landmark. Once upon a time, Snowden’s—later renamed Old Cutler Inn—was where fishermen brought in their daily catch to fry up on site, a spot as famous for its hospitality as it was for its Friday fish fries. It closed in the early 2000s, but this new version is here to restore that spirit of community.

The modern Old Cutler Inn is built around a wood-fired stove, offering a menu that balances nostalgia with something new. Think wahoo fish dip and raw bar specialties alongside heartier picks like Korean barbecue short ribs and steak frites. The space fits 125 guests, with both indoor and outdoor seating designed for lingering over a glass of wine or a cocktail, or perhaps the white truffle martini. Oh hello. 

Pari Pari

Stepping on the Wynwood scene is Pari Pari, a handroll bar where Parisian soul meets Japanese tradition. Founded by Chef Yasu Tanaka, the 24-seat counter allows guests to enjoy Japanese food in a relaxed atmosphere. This isn’t omakase as you know it. The energy at Pari Pari is casual yet refined—you might pop in for a quick roll and a glass of sake at lunch, or linger into the evening as conversations flow across the counter. 

Everything begins with sashimi appetizers like hamachi jalapeño with ponzu and chimichurri or salmon carpaccio with passion fruit, shiso, and crispy onion. From there, the handrolls take over: crisp nori, warm rice, and impeccably fresh fish. Classics like toro taku and akami tuna cucumber sit comfortably alongside signatures like A5 wagyu aburi, uni toro, or toro bourbon. For those looking to splurge, caviar bumps can be added to any roll. The sweet finale comes courtesy of Parisian pastry star Yann Couvreur, who brings playful French-Japanese fusion to desserts like a mango, coconut, and passion fruit cake or black sesame ice cream topped with matcha and served with Liger’s chocolate chip cookie. The restaurant is set to officially open on September 4. 

Pari Pari is located at 127 NW 27th St, Miami, FL 33127. For more information, visit their official website.

Si Papa

If you find yourself strolling through Commodore Plaza and you get a whiff of cheesy goodness, don’t hesitate to go into Si Papa. There will be no signs, no menu even, but the delicious scent of homemade Italian lasagna will make sure no one walks by without turning around. 

The quaint and charming restaurant seats 24 people and has only one thing to offer—a tray of lasagna, bubbling, steaming. To go with it—wine and nothing but. A glass of Lambrusco as per recommendation and the heavenly combination will send you to paradise. It’s the ideal place to go when you’re simultaneously craving comfort and simplicity. No pages of menus to read through here; the only choice to make is whether you’re having the meat or vegetarian lasagna. 

The restaurant’s namesake dish, the Si Papa lasagna, is inspired by the Executive Chef Giulio Rossi’s daughter, who always replied to her father with “Si, Papa!” when asked for seconds. This version has layers of cheese, silky bechamel sauce, and meat ragu. Then there’s the vegetarian version, vividly green with peas, green beans, and basil. The Chef’s philosophy exudes warmth and the kind of Italian hospitality that is often lost in today’s restaurants. Hands down, an incredible addition to Miami’s dining scene. 

Si Papa is located at 3190 Commodore Plaza, Miami, FL 33133. For more information, visit their official Instagram account.