When you think of dining out on Miami Beach, what spots come to mind? Many people will gravitate toward more popular areas like Lincoln Road and Espanola Way, but those “in the know” stay away from the tourist traps and head to South of Fifth.
South of Fifth – aka SoFi – is a neighborhood that doesn’t get enough credit when it comes to dining out. It’s much more low-key than the rest of the beach, and parking isn’t too bad (emphasis on too). The next time you find yourself on SoBe, head a little more south and eat at one of these great concepts.
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If you want to ante up the game for a night and enjoy the finer side of life, stop by RED South Beach. The food served here is an aphrodisiac for the senses. Not only has it been titled a ‘top 10 steakhouse in America’ (among a myriad of other awards), but Chef Peter Vauthy has also been credited as a great influence toward the benefit of Miami’s food scene.
RED presents that classic steakhouse allure on a whole new level. One of the best perks about RED is the sheer depth of its menu: You’ll find everything from Certified Angus Beef prime rib-eye and veal marsala to lobster fra diavolo linguine to wild king salmon—it’s like American steakhouse meets Mediterranean seascape.
Plus, they have a bunch of the sides we love, like whipped potatoes and Florida creamed corn.
Moving on, the drinks are as fine as any steakhouse should be. Aside from the literal hundreds of available wines, some signature house-made cocktails include the Lychee Martini (fresh lychee, puree, and vodka) and The Ritz (Hennessy, pineapple, pomegranate, lemon). Did we mention they also have a lovely patio for outdoor dining?
RED South Beach is located at 801 South Pointe Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139. For more information, visit their official website.