From Christmas Eve prix-fixe menus to Christmas Day celebrations that range from pajama-clad breakfasts with Santa to rooftop Mediterranean feasts, Miami Living brings dining experiences offer plenty of ways to eat, drink and celebrate without ever turning on the oven. Below, a curated guide to standout Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dining across Miami and Miami Beach. Uchi Miami & Uchiko Miami Beach - Omakase at Home For the month of December, both Uchi Miami and Uchiko M

As the holiday season arrives, gatherings center on warm connections, festive flavors, and memorable dishes. Among the most reliable culinary stars of the season is BelGioioso Parmesan , a cheese celebrated for its rich, nutty profile and artisanal craftsmanship. Whether sprinkled, shaved, or showcased on a cheese board, this award-winning Parmesan elevates holiday entertaining with both elegance and approachable comfort. Here are some inspired pairing ideas to help you featu

MILA Miami has been named the highest-grossing independent restaurant in the United States, topping the 2025 Top 100 Independents ranking published by Restaurant Business. The distinction places the Miami Beach flagship above some of the country’s most established dining institutions. According to Restaurant Business, MILA generated $51,115,747 in sales to claim the number one position on the 2025 list. The achievement follows a steady rise over several years: the restauran

A plate of freshly baked cookies, a glass of perfectly garnished eggnog. For many, these images may conjure up warm memories and the anticipation of the forthcoming holiday season. Photo resource Depositphotos But for those with dietary restrictions , these goodies — and other holiday treats — can contribute to other emotions as well. During a season filled with parties and food, navigating the holidays while avoiding certain foods can be harrowing. Well-intentioned hosts may

This holiday season, Miami Living spotlights an unexpected hero in American kitchens: U.S.–made Parmesan. Long before American dairies crafted their own versions, Parmigiano Reggiano was born in northern Italy, where medieval cheesemakers began aging cow’s-milk wheels into the hard, nutty, savory cheese still revered today. Photo by Aliona Gumeniuk, Unsplash While Parmigiano Reggiano remains tied to its birthplace under strict European rules, “Parmesan” in the U.S. has taken

Miami has never been a city that whispers its celebrations. As 2025 fades into memory, the Magic City is preparing to welcome 2026 with fireworks over the ocean, rooftop dance floors above Wynwood, orchestral performances on the sand, and candlelit dinners that stretch blissfully toward midnight. From Miami Beach to Downtown and beyond, New Year’s Eve here is less a single party and more a series of moments, each with its own rhythm, views and flavor. For travelers and locals

TULUM Rooftop Bar & Restaurant , located on the 15th floor of W Miami in Brickell, is offering a unique Christmas Day feast with a Latin-Mediterranean fusion menu. From noon to 9:30 PM, guests can enjoy a three-course a la carte dining experience that promises bold flavors and a luxurious atmosphere. The menu features a selection of innovative dishes to redefine festive indulgence. For starters, options include shrimp ceviche with pomegranate gel, burrata with roasted heirloo

The World’s Most Famous Butcher joins Executive Chef Claudio Lobina at the iconic Miami Beach residences for a seventh annual intimate dinner. Continuum, South Florida’s premier resort-style oceanfront condominium residences, announces its seventh year of participation in The Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One (SOBEWFF®), taking place February 19–22, 2026. South Florida’s iconic name in luxury living will be joining forces with one of t

Osaka Miami will host a two-seating New Year’s Eve celebration on December 31, offering a night built around Nikkei cuisine, Champagne, and live entertainment. The restaurant, located in Brickell, pairs its full menu with special holiday dishes created for the occasion. The evening features limited selections including Royal Daurenki caviar with oysters and shiso chalaca; bluefin kama toro with Perigord truffle and gold quinoa; Hokkaido uni with Kagoshima wagyu; whole Maine l

Miami’s dining scene continues to attract serious culinary talent, and its latest arrival comes with notable credentials. NUB Restaurante , the Michelin-starred restaurant from Tenerife in the Canary Islands, is launching a three-month pop-up at UVA Restaurant & Bar inside Novotel Miami Brickell beginning December 12. The collaboration brings a respected European kitchen into a relaxed Brickell setting, an intersection Miami rarely sees. The pop-up is led by three chefs whos

Cocktails With A Cause returns on Wednesday, December 10, bringing its Holiday Edition fundraiser to Sexy Fish Miami from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. The evening will support local charitable initiatives while offering guests a social, festive setting at one of Brickell’s most recognizable venues. A suggested $75 donation grants entry, with a $100 donation at the door. Groups seeking a more elevated experience can reserve a $1,000 table package. Additional food or beverages may be purc

Weston’s dining scene is about to get a dose of Parisian chic. Café Bastille , the French-inspired café known for its all-day brunch, stylish ambiance and cult-favorite pastries, is officially opening its newest location December 2025 in Weston Town Center . For locals who have trekked to Downtown Miami, Miami Beach or Fort Lauderdale for their brunch fix, this fourth South Florida outpost brings the beloved brand closer to home. A Fresh, Airy Slice of Paris in Weston Set o

If you have been dreaming of a coastal escape without leaving South Florida, your next favorite spot has officially arrived. The Break House Kitchen + Bar has opened its doors in Deerfield Beach, bringing a fresh wave of oceanfront dining, rooftop cocktails and all-day beachside vibes. Conceived by Danielle Rosse, the visionary behind Oceans 234 , The Break House offers something for every type of beach goer. Whether you are grabbing a quick coffee before a morning stroll, i

Miami is a city where cultures, flavors, and styles converge. Yet, until recently, authentic Lebanese cuisine had no place that truly reflected its essence. It was precisely this gap that inspired Farid Lutfi and Giovanna (Gigi) Mansi to create Lira Beirut , a restaurant that combines the soul of Beirut with the creative energy of Wynwood. The concept was born in 2020, when its founders – both graduates of the prestigious École Hôtelière de Lausanne – noticed that while Mi

Tucked inside the chic Donatella Boutique Hotel, Donatella Restaurant has always treated dining as an art form, and for this year's Miami Art Week, Donatella expands its canvas. Across two days of programming, the restaurant transforms into an intimate cultural hub, part gallery, part performance space, fully rooted in the Italian instinct to celebrate la dolce vida . Thursday, December 4: Opening Day with Carolina Martínez Pedemonte The week opens with Buenos Aires–born ar

‘Tis the sea-sun! This holiday season, celebrate where the sky kisses the sea at Bokamper's Sports Bar & Grill. Deck the hulls! The community is invited to watch the Winterfest Boat Parade at Bokamper’s on Saturday, Dec. 13. Pricing starts at $140 per person for a four-course dinner. Seating and Pricing: Dock: $260 (includes a complimentary bottle of champagne per table) Dock Turf: $260 (includes a complimentary bottle of champagne per table) Patio Rail: $210 Patio: $160

Wynwood has no shortage of eye-catching restaurants, but Rishtedar brings something entirely its own to Miami’s arts district: an immersive journey into the flavors, colors, and traditions of India. Originally founded in Santiago, Chile, the restaurant made its U.S. debut in Miami with a concept built around connection. Its name - which means family in Hindi - reflects Rishtedar’s mission to foster community through food, culture, and hospitality. And now, the brand has expa

Miami’s dining scene thrives on bold ideas, but few arrivals have generated as much buzz as Maison Ostrow , the newest restaurant from Paris-born chef and culinary personality Olivia Ostrow . Known for her acclaimed Ostrow Brasserie and recently named “Best Chef in Miami” by Aventura Magazine , Olivia is expanding her creative world with a concept that’s unexpectedly kosher, unapologetically French, and unmistakably her own. Since opening its doors in August at 1666 79th Stre

Riviera Dining Group will open its flagship AVA MediterrAegean this November in Coconut Grove, expanding the brand’s modern Greek agora concept into one of Miami’s oldest neighborhoods. The new location follows the success of the Winter Park outpost and introduces AVA MM, a discreet members-only extension offering exclusive culinary and cultural programming. Founded by Gregory Galy, Riviera Dining Group—known for MILA Miami , CASA NEOS , and CLAUDIE —designed the Coconut Gro

WE ARE ONA will introduce a new four-day culinary installation at Art Basel Miami Beach , created in collaboration with Andaz Miami Beach , the José Andrés Group , and designer and artist Sabine Marcelis. Presented from December 1–4, 2025, the experience blends design, contemporary cuisine, and site-specific art in an oceanfront setting. Curated by WE ARE ONA founder Luca Pronzato, the project brings together Marcelis—known for her sculptural use of light and material—and Jos