Christmas in Miami Dining Options
Christmas in Miami is an unique and festive occasion. When spending their winter holidays in Miami and South Florida, visitors, including family and friends, except warm weather, beautiful beaches, and exceptional dining experiences. So, we’ve put together exciting dining options for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day to entice visitors as well as your palate with the holiday spirit!
Pubbelly
Christmas Dinner arrives early at Pubbelly’s on December 20th. For a third year in a row, Chef Jose Mendin is inviting Goya Chef Fernando Desa to Pubbelly, to host La Parranda -their much-loved Puerto Rican Christmas celebration dinner. Serving up a collection of 10 dishes, served family style, guest Chefs Xavier Torres of Drunken Dragon and German Alejandro of Alavara Dorado (Puerto Rico) will also be stopping by to work their culinary magic. Back by popular demand, it would be well advised to buy your tickets before we sell out! Two seatings available: 7:00 PM & 9:30 PM; $65 per person, plus tax & tip
Pubbelly is located at 1418 20th St, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Seaspice
Come to the festive Seaspice on Miami’s riverfront for on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day to feast on special holiday dishes, such as Chestnut Soup with white truffle oil, Fire Roasted Porchetta and rutabaga hash, sea urchin veloute over Pan Seared Turbot Fillet and Pistachio Cake glazed in dark chocolate.
Seaspice is located at 422 NW North River Dr, Miami, FL 33128
The Continental Miami
Playing off a fun Japanese tradition of eating fried chicken with champagne and chocolate cake for Christmas, and their global influences, Continental will be offering a Korean Fried Chicken Special. This unique, and complete, meal will feature a green salad, Continental’s famous Korean Fried Chicken, a glass of bubbly and a slice of Millionaire’s Chocolate Cake
The Continental is located at 2360 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, Florida 33139
db Bistro Moderne Miami
Celebrate Christmas Eve with friends and family at db Bistro Moderne Miami. Executive Chef Clark Bowen offers a four course pre-fixe menu featuring seasonal inspirations such as Lobster Soup, Diver Sea Scallops, Duck Breast, Pork Loin and Pompano. On the sweets side, Pastry Chef Saeko Nemoto will be offering up variations of the Classic Bûche de Noël in addition to other delicious holiday treats. Share and taste options including charcuterie, cheese and a raw bar are available as add-ons to the pre-fixe menu. On Christmas Eve the lounge will open at 5:30pm, and dinner service starts at 6:00pm with the last seating at 10:00pm.
db Bistro Moderne Miami is located at 255 Biscayne Boulevard Way, Miami, FL 33131
StripSteak by Michael Mina
Fontainebleau’s modern American steakhouse is offering a three-course, holiday-inspired prix-fixe menu priced at $75 per person, excluding tax and gratuity, available from 6 p.m. – 11 p.m. on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Guests will enjoy a first course of roasted baby beets with Acacia honey vinaigrette, candied hazelnuts, blue cheese, balsamic and watercress; followed by the main course, Wood Grilled Filet Mignon with Malabar peppercorn, fingerling potato confit and parsley mustard purée. For dessert, diners will enjoy warm apple crumble with eggnog ice cream.
StripSteak by Michael Mina is located in the Fontainebleau Miami Beach, at 4441 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140
Scarpetta Miami
Those seeking a rustic yet elegant holiday meal with a nod to the Feast of the Seven Fishes can indulge in Scarpetta’s four-course prix-fixe menu available on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day from 6 p.m. – 11 p.m. Priced at $75 per person, excluding tax and gratuity, guests will enjoy cioppino with mussels, clams, prawns, and shellfish brodo followed by tagliatelle with lobster, crab, concentrated tomato and pickled ramps; seared snapper with spiced fennel purée, fregola nero and salsa verde; and for dessert, Salted Caramel Budino with rum chantilly and gingerbread.
Scarpetta is located in the Fontainebleau Miami Beach, at 4441 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140
Macchialina
Beloved Miami Beach eatery, Macchialina, will be offering a special four-course Chef’s Tasting Menu for the holidays in addition to its classic dinner menu of rustic Italian favorites. On Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, the feast will feature a variety of dishes in each course – served family style – for $55 per person, with an additional wine pairing for $28 per person. The restaurant will also be offering specials such as a succulent Veal Osso Bucco and Whole Roasted Fish with white wine and cherry tomatoes; available a la carte or as part of the tasting menu. Reservations are strongly suggested and can be made by calling the restaurant at (305) 534-2124.
Macchialina is located at 820 Alton Road on Miami Beach, FL
Lure Fishbar
Miami Beach’s seafood hotspot, Lure Fishbar, will be offering holiday diners a special a la carte menu of delicacies prepared by Executive Chef John Iatrellis on Christmas Eve; the restaurant will be closed on Christmas Day. To ring in the New Year, Lure will be hosting two seating’s on New Year’s Eve, an early seating for those looking to enjoy an amazing meal, before heading off to other festivities, from 6PM to 8PM priced at $85 per person (excluding beverages and gratuity) and a late seating, for those looking to celebrate and ring in the new year in the beautiful restaurant from 8PM to 11:30PM priced at $155 per person (excluding beverages and gratuity). Festivities will include a live DJ, champagne toast at midnight and party favors. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (305) 695-4550
Lure Fishbar is located in the historic St. Moritz Hotel building at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel at 1600 Collins Avenue, FL
Via Emilia 9
Via Emilia 9 is offering a variety of dining options to suit everyone’s needs. The authentic Italian eatery will be open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve, serving prix-fixe menus that highlight Chef Wendy Cacciatori’s fresh regional cuisine.
For those looking to celebrate the holidays in the comfort of their own homes, Via Emilia’s recently launched catering and private chef services are the perfect alternative.
Via Emilia 9 is located at 1120 15th St Miami Beach, FL 33139
Bagatelle Miami Beach
Come home to Bagatelle Miami Beach to have a holly, jolly Christmas Eve Dinner, from 7 PM to 2 AM. All you’ll want for Christmas is the savory dinner special, which includes Noisette De Chevreuil -Juniper Seared Venison Loin, caramelized sweet potato, black trumpet mushrooms, turnips, and brussel sprouts with a red currant venison jus. DJ Vincent Daubas will have you rockin’ around the Christmas tree all night by spreading cheerful holiday jingles. For reservations contact miamireservations@bistrobagatelle.com or call 305 – 704 – 3900.
Bagatelle Miami Beach is located at 220 21st Street, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Azul at Mandarin Oriental Miami
Azul will be offering a 4-course dinner ($125 per person not including tax & gratuity) on Christmas Eve & Christmas Day featuring dishes such as Foie Gras Torchon with bee pollen, kumquat, pomegranate, coffee, popover; and Suckling Pig with swiss chard, apple cider, quince, mustard. Azul will feature the kids a la carte menu for children 12 and under. Christmas Eve hours are: 6 PM – 11PM. Christmas Day Dinner hours at 6 PM 11 PM
Azul at Mandarin Oriental Miami is located at 500 Brickell Key Drive, Miami, FL
La Mar by Gaston Acurio
On Christmas Eve, La Mar will feature their a la carte menu and an assortment of special Christmas Eve dishes including Pastel de Choclo with beef, mushrooms, artichokes, fontina cheese, huancaina sauce; and Cordero – Colorado rack of lamb, huacatay, tandoori, fingerling potatoes, zuchini, parsnip, seco sauce. Christmas Eve hours are: 6 PM – 11PM. Christmas Day Dinner hours at 6 PM 11 PM
On Christmas Day, La Mar will feature their notable Sunday brunch offering. Pricing: $85 per person includes champagne and unlimited brunch; $120 per person includes premium entrees, including unlimited Charles Heidsieck champagne; $35 per child ages 6-12. Tax and gratuity are not included. La Mar’s hours for Christmas Day Brunch are 12 PM – 3:30 PM.
La Mar by Gaston Acurio in the Mandarin Oriental Miami, is located at 500 Brickell Key Drive, Miami, FL
PB Station at The Langford
PB Station at The Langford Hotel will be celebrating Christmas with their a la carte menu and two special dishes in honor of Christmas Day. Highlights will include Crisp Skin Suckling Pig, “Christmas Ham” Pork Chop with butternut squash, apple butter, and Prime Rib with cheesy mashed potato, cippolini onions & crimini mushroom ragu. For reservations, call: 305.420.2205
PB Station at The Langford is located at 121 SE 1st Street, Miami, FL 33131
SUGARCANE Raw Bar Grill
SUGARCANE raw bar grill will celebrate with festive a la carte specials by Executive Chef Timon Balloo in addition to their signature all day menu. The a la carte specials will include dishes such as Chestnut Soup with wild mushroom & tortellini ($13); Roasted Kabocha Squash Salad with farmer’s cheese pomegranate vinaigrette; and Roman Spiced Porchetta with creamy pumpkin farro. Christmas Eve Hours: 10 a.m.- 2 a.m. Christmas Day Hours: 10 a.m.- 12 a.m. SUGARCANE’s a la carte menu will also be available on Christmas Eve & Christmas Day along with specialty dishes. For reservations, call: 786.369.0353
SUGARCANE Raw Bar Grill is located at 3252 NE 1st Ave. Miami, FL 33137
SUSHISAMBA Miami Beach
SUSHISAMBA Miami Beach will celebrate the Christmas holiday with festive food and drink specials in addition to their signature a la carte menu. Executive Chef Cesar Vega will feature items such as Braised Oxtail & Fig Dumplings with dried fig, roasted brazilian nuts, dashi azafran broth, sweet potato strings and Holy Roll -king crab, wagyu, uni, shiso, avocado, ikura, ghost caviar, cherry, olive oil powder, black bean terriyaki sauce. Christmas Eve Dinner Hours: 6 PM – Midnight / Christmas Day Dinner Hours: 6 PM- 10 PM. For reservations, call: 305.673.5337
SUSHISAMBA Miami Beach is located at 600 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, FL FL 33139
El Churrasco Steakhouse
Families and diners at El Churrasco will be presented with a la carte options and a special Filet Mignon dish as they enjoy live music, a surprise visit from Santa Claus with gifts for every child, and fireworks overlooking the Biscayne Bay and Miami skyline. The menu is available Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
El Churrasco Steakhouse is located at 801 Brickell Bay Dr, Miami, FL 33131
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