Miami’s Latin dining scene doesn’t believe in playing it safe. Across the city, chefs are blending traditions from Peru, Colombia, Cuba, and beyond into meals that are as memorable as the neighborhoods they’re served in. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for an incredible dinner, these restaurants deliver.
RosaNegra Miami
RosaNegra is where dinner and a show become the same thing. The Brickell hotspot pairs high-end Peruvian cuisine with live guitar performances, fire dancers, and enough energy to keep the dining room buzzing all night. Start with the green ceviche or beef carpaccio before moving on to the wagyu steak. And whatever you do, save room for the giant churro piled high with ice cream and caramel. You’ll thank us later.
El Cielo Miami
Dinner at El Cielo is less a meal and more an experience. Chef Juan Manuel Barrientos’ Michelin-starred restaurant takes guests through an 18-course Colombian tasting menu featuring dishes like stone crab empanadas, lobster encocado, and guava-amaretto tart. The famous chocotherapy course, where diners literally play with chocolate before eating it, is worth the reservation alone. Almost every plate looks too beautiful to touch.
FINKA Table & Tap
FINKA has built its reputation on doing the unexpected. Cuban, Korean, and Peruvian influences collide across a menu packed with creative combinations that somehow just work. Start with a round of croquetas and the empanadas of the day, then dig into the Angus churrasco topped with Asian chimichurri or the brisket wonton ravioli finished with mango cheese sauce and bulgogi reduction. It’s comfort food with a passport.
CVI.CHE 105
Part modern Peruvian restaurant, part tropical fever dream, CVI.CHE 105 has become one of Miami’s most beloved dining destinations. The parihuela amelcochada is the standout, a seafood risotto loaded with shrimp, squid, mussels, clams, and the catch of the day. Pair it with the ceviche trio and a tropical sangria, then settle in. This is not the kind of meal you’ll want to rush.
Ariete
Ariete has earned its Michelin Star, one unforgettable bite at a time. The foie gras arrives topped with sour orange vinegar, Cuban-style caramel, ember-roasted plantains, and cocoa nibs, creating one of the most memorable dishes in Miami. If you’re dining with company, order the duck for two, carved tableside and served alongside duck empanadas and tamales. It’s the kind of meal people plan return trips around.
El Nogal Latin Restaurant & Bar
Few patios in Miami Beach are as inviting as the one at El Nogal. Palm trees, umbrellas, and tropical cocktails create the perfect backdrop for a leisurely meal, whether you’re stopping by for breakfast or dinner. In the morning, fuel up with omelets, pancakes, and fresh juices. Later in the day, order a Miami Sunrise and share plates of shrimp ceviche, grilled octopus, and fried green plantains.
Garden House
Bright flowers, tropical cocktails, and Colombian comfort food make Garden House an easy crowd-pleaser. The passion fruit shrimp ceviche brings the perfect balance of sweet and citrusy flavors, while the bandeja paisa arrives piled high with pork belly, rice, red beans, sweet plantains, and a fried egg. Before heading out of town, come back for breakfast and order the pandebonos with eggs. One bite and you’ll understand the hype.
Sra. Martinez
A night at Sra. Martinez starts with live music and usually ends with someone planning their next visit. The Coral Gables favorite blends Spanish, Mediterranean, and South Florida influences into a menu designed for sharing. The oxtail paella topped with bone marrow is the star of the show, but don’t skip the pan con tomate. Sometimes the simplest dishes are the most satisfying.
