Brickell is Miami’s ever-evolving metropolis, home to some of the city’s tallest high-rises, coolest places to hang out and, perhaps best of all, buzziest restaurants. Miami Spice Restaurants Months, August 1-September 31, makes it easy for you to enjoy some of the best food in the neighborhood at discount prices: $30/$35 for lunch and brunch and $45 or $60 for dinner. Here’s your guide to the best Miami Spice restaurants in one of the hottest areas in Greater Miami & Miami Beach.

Brasserie Brickell Key: An Italian Bistro With So Many Choices

Brasserie Brickell Key is a cozy Italian bistro tucked away on quiet Brickell Key island, just off the mainland. Its lunch and $45 and $60 dinner options feature some of the most-extensive Miami Spice menu offerings. With 10 different appetizer options (think carpaccios, calamari, salads and shrimp), it’s perfect for visiting with a group so you can sample an array of dishes. Moving on to entrées, several pasta preparations, including linguine carbonara, chicken parmesan, penne vodka, and fettucine or tagliatelle Bolognese, are on the menu. Among the multiple dessert choices are tiramisu, coconut flan, housemade tres leches and much more.

ADRIFT Mare: Mediterranean Fare With Memorable Views

ADRIFT Mare, located on the 25th floor of Hotel AKA Brickell, has epic views of Biscayne Bay and is one of Brickell’s most delicious hidden gems. For Miami Spice, Chef David Myers has curated a dinner menu inspired by his adventures around the globe. Starters include an array of dips (baba ganoush, hummus and creamy feta) served with pita, crispy calamari, or a falafel and kale salad. For the mains, Myers is sending out a savory tomato salsa-topped burger, pesto bucatini, king prawns bathed in fermented garlic and chilis — or, if you’re looking to treat yourself, a rib eye or a whole branzino for a small upcharge. The chocolate tart and housemade cheesecake are fantastic ways to end your meal.

The River Oyster Bar: A Culinary Seafood Icon

Longtime Miamians know that The River Oyster Bar is one of Brickell’s most iconic institutions, and if you’ve never been there, Miami Spice is a great time to find out what you’ve been missing. The dinner menu is filled with seafood options. Appetizers include salmon belly tartare, roasted oysters with sofrito butter and bacalao croquettes. For your main course, dig into sweet and spicy king salmon served with crab fried rice or wood oven-roasted branzino. Those wanting something land-based can opt for the slow-braised short ribs served with macaroni and cheese and a side of horseradish pesto. Your choice of caramel pot de creme, chocolate mousse or roasted nectarine with mascarpone, lemon and honey create the perfect sweet ending to your evening.

LPM Restaurant & Bar: Indulge in French Cuisine

Just off Brickell’s main drag on Brickell Bay Drive, LPM Restaurant & Bar is an upscale French restaurant that’s perfect for date night or a celebration with friends. The $60 dinner menu features some of the restaurant’s greatest hits. Begin your meal with fried calamari served with paprika and green chili, or opt for refreshing, summery sweet corn salad with pomegranate and herbs. Moving onto main courses, choose between salt-baked sea bass, marinated chicken, or rigatoni aux champignons et parmesan (rigatoni with mushrooms and a creamy parmesan sauce). Top off your meal with a selection of housemade sorbets, vanilla cheesecake, or French toast with spiced ice cream. As befitting a French restaurant, LPM has an extensive wine list, with numerous selections by the glass.

MAMO: When You’re Nostalgic For Real Italian Food

There’s no shortage of Italian restaurants to check out during Miami Spice, and MAMO, a family-owned restaurant built around tradition, is definitely one to add to your list. Offering three-course deals for lunch and dinner every day except Saturday, its menu is filled with mouthwatering options, like a cacio e pepe fried artichoke appetizer as well as a chilled tomato and strawberry soup that’s perfect for Miami’s summer days. Entrée selections include branzino with broccoli pesto and black rice, rigatoni with Bolognese sauce, and beef tagliata with arugula and cherry tomatoes. Don’t forget to save room for dessert. The affogato alle fragole (vanilla ice cream with warm strawberries) and millefoglie al pistacchio e lamponi (pistachio, raspberry and thousand leaves pastry) are both delicious.

North Italia: Modern Italian For Brunch, Lunch or Dinner

Located in Mary Brickell Village, North Italia is offering Miami Spice menus for brunch, lunch and dinner. For Saturday or Sunday brunch, start with cacio e pepe arancini served with creamy polenta and marinara sauce before jumping into savory breakfast dishes, like a farmers market scramble made with English peas, grilled asparagus, spinach, piquillo peppers and cipollini onions or a breakfast carbonara with poached egg, crispy pancetta, peas, herb breadcrumbs and plenty of pecorino cheese. Popping in for lunch? Offerings include a pulled porchetta sandwich, crushed meatball ragu, or Bolognese served with perfectly cooked tagliatelle. At dinner, expect even more amped-up options, like pork Milanese, spicy rigatoni vodka and chicken parmesan. After such a hearty meal, light and refreshing olive oil cake is an ideal dessert.

The Capital Grille: The Great American Steakhouse

Looking for a great steakhouse? The Capital Grille is one of the best. A classic wedge salad with bleu cheese and smoked bacon is always a great way to start a memorable steak dinner, or opt for a cup of creamy New England clam chowder. Up next are the mains, ranging from an eight-ounce filet mignon to, for a small upcharge, a bone-in, coffee-crusted dry-aged New York strip. Not a meat eater? Seared citrus-glazed salmon is also on the menu, and all entrees are served with decadent mashed potatoes and creamed spinach. Those with a sweet tooth will be thrilled to discover that The Capital Grille’s famous cheesecake and flourless chocolate cake are on the menu.

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