Miami is not only known for its vibrant culture and stunning beaches, but it is also becoming a culinary hotspot, as evidenced by the latest Michelin Guide. In the 2024 edition, eight new restaurants in Miami have been selected, showcasing the city’s diverse and high-quality dining scene.

A Culinary Destination

The inclusion of these restaurants in the Michelin Guide highlights the exceptional gastronomic offerings in Miami. From Asian fine dining to innovative Latin flavors, Miami’s culinary landscape is rich and varied. While this recognition does not automatically mean Michelin stars, it sets these establishments apart as noteworthy culinary experiences, ahead of the annual award ceremony where Michelin stars and Bib Gourmands are officially announced.

Featured Restaurants

EntreNos

• Location: 9840 NE 2nd Ave, Miami Shores, FL 33138
• Specialty: Known for its use of locally sourced ingredients, EntreNos is particularly praised for its smoked and dry-aged cobia.

Kaori

• Location: 871 S Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33130
• Specialty: This luxury Asian restaurant in Brickell is renowned for its wagyu and foie gras gyoza, as well as its bluefin tuna with coconut-lime sauce.

Maty’s

• Location: 3255 NE 1st Ave, Miami, FL 33137
• Specialty: Chef Valerie Chang’s Peruvian restaurant is celebrated for dishes like citrusy black grouper and kanpachi.

Pez

• Specialty: Although currently closed, Pez’s innovative cuisine, particularly its yellowfin tuna with ‘mashaca’ (shredded beef with habanero cream), earned it a mention.

Ossobuco

• Location: 62 NW 27th St, Miami, FL 33127
• Specialty: Known for its meat dishes, Ossobuco also impresses with lighter options like smoked baby beets and ossobuco empanadas.

Ogawa

• Location: 7223 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33150
• Specialty: This omakase Japanese restaurant, led by Chef Masayuki Komatsu, is noted for dishes like baby sea eels and bigfin reef squid in shiso-miso sauce.

Shingo

• Location: 112 Alhambra Cir, Coral Gables, FL 33134
• Specialty: Chef Shingo Akikuni’s omakase restaurant in Coral Gables stands out for its almost exclusive use of imported Japanese fish.

Tam Tam

• Location: 99 NW 1st St, Miami, FL 33128
• Specialty: This Vietnamese restaurant in downtown Miami offers a fun dining experience with standout dishes like scallops and chicken wings, and even features a karaoke machine.

The Importance of Culinary Recognition

The addition of these restaurants to the Michelin Guide underscores Miami’s evolving and dynamic culinary scene. It draws attention not only to established dining spots but also to emerging restaurants that are pushing the boundaries of flavor and innovation. This recognition helps to solidify Miami’s reputation as a must-visit destination for food enthusiasts from around the world.

At Sooners, we celebrate the rich and diverse culinary offerings of our city. Stay tuned to our blog for more updates on the best dining experiences in Miami and how you can enjoy the freshest ingredients from Sooners in your own kitchen.