Miami’s Best Asian Restaurants

Asian food lovers will find everything their palates crave in Greater Miami & Miami Beach. From the best sushi in Miami to upscale Chinese food, sizzling Korean BBQ, modern fusion and an extravagant weekend brunch buffet, the options are as diverse as they are delicious. Ready to explore? Here’s your guide to the best Asian restaurants in the destination.

Inventive Asian Dishes Touched By Fire At KYU

MICHELIN-recommended KYU (pronounced Q) in Wynwood is popular for its unique interpretations of Asian cuisine and dishes cooked on a wood-fire grill. This trendy spot is a great place to share an array of dishes for lunch or dinner. Go for fan-favorite dishes such as the Korean fried chicken, soft bao buns stuffed with either pork belly or soft-shell crab, Thai fried rice served in a stone pot, and their famous roasted cauliflower

Upscale Chinese At Mimi Chinese

If you’re looking for elevated Chinese cuisine, newcomer Mimi Chinese in South Beach features an upscale ambiance and visually striking dishes that taste as good as they look. The restaurant has developed a loyal following for its small menu that focuses on diversion regions across China, including Guangdong, Sichuan, Hong Kong and Hunan. Signature offerings like chicken wings, fiery Hunan chili sea bass, shrimp toast and plump dumplings keep savvy diners coming back.

Thai Street Food At Lung Yai Thai Tapas

When you’re craving Thai street food, MICHELIN-recommended Lung Yai Thai Tapas delivers on flavor, taste and lightning-fast service. At this intimate gem located in an unassuming spot in Little Havana, you’ll want to dig into shrimp and pork dumplings, Northern specialties like the larb muang (ground pork salad), thick, red panang, green curries and several noodle dishes.

Stunning Ambiance & Modern Asian Cuisine At Kaori

Kaori in Brickell, also recommended by MICHELIN, stands out for its modern Asian fusion cuisine and stunning ambiance that makes it perfect for a romantic date night. The two-story restaurant with a DJ booth and a listening room/bar is best known for dishes like the Japanese milk bread, five-spice dry-aged duck, mee Siam (rice vermicelli prepared with shrimp) and local fish dishes. The menu changes seasonally, so you never know what to expect.

MICHELIN-Rated Omakase Worth Finding At Hiden

Everyone likes a good culinary secret, and finding the secret door to Hiden in Wynwood is part of the fun. The eight-seat restaurant flaunts a coveted MICHELIN star for its unique omakase experience and fine food. The tasting menu is seasonal, but you can can expect raw fish flown in from Japan mingled with fresh, regional ingredients. Reservations are a must, so plan ahead. 

Pan-Asian Cuisine and Sexy Vibes At Jaya At The Setai

If an elegant outdoor courtyard and live entertainment paired with Pan-Asian cuisine sounds like the perfect night, Jaya at The Setai at The Setai hotel in South Beach is for you. Jaya is one of the best Miami Beach restaurants, thanks to its take on regional specialties from across South Asia. Indulge in truffle dumplings, the restaurant’s signature Peking duck, stir-fried Thai beef, and the chef’s daily platter of Indian samplers. While you can usually snag a seat at the sushi bar, make a reservation for the courtyard with its serene water features and live entertainment.

A Stylish Crowd And Standout Sushi At Makoto

For modern Japanese cuisine and sushi, follow the well-dressed crowd to Makoto in Bal Harbour. The lush, brightly colored restaurant by lauded chef Makoto Okuwa is located in the Bal Harbour Shops, and its sun-dappled patio is a popular spot for a leisurely lunch. Keep your chopsticks handy for inventive sushi; enjoy one of their signature Bento boxes (at lunch); or go for light delights like sashimi-grade tuna on a crispy grilled tortilla. Diners also enjoy grilling Wagyu beef over hot lava stones at their table.

Farm-To-Table Indian Cuisine At Ghee Indian Kitchen

Ghee Indian Kitchen has some of the best Indian food in Miami. The MICHELIN Guide thinks so. It’s granted the restaurant a Bib Gourmand designation for quality and value four years in a row. Ghee has locations in Dadeland and Wynwood, where fresh produce from Chef Niven Patel’s garden in Homestead results in culinary delights. Enjoy the aroma of spices and herbs while feasting on traditional Indian home cooking mixed with surprising twists. The chicken tikka masala, short rib dosa, crispy broccoli with mushrooms and red pepper sauce and any of the naans are excellent choices.

Savor Sizzling Korean Barbecue At COTE Miami

COTE Miami, tucked away in the Miami Design District, is a dimly-lit, high-energy, MICHELIN-starred spot to savor memorable Korean barbecue. For the full experience, treat yourself to one of the tasting menus, like the Butcher’s Feast, with prime cuts of meat prepared barbecue-style – don’t miss the Japanese Wagyu – and sides like rich stews and an egg souffle. The soft-serve dessert is the perfect end-of-meal treat.

Sophisticated Japanese Cuisine & Over-The-Top Brunch At Zuma Miami

A longtime local favorite, Zuma Miami, at the Kimpton EPIC Hotel in Downtown Miami, puts a sophisticated twist on Japanese izakaya and serves some of the best sushi in Miami. Enjoy beautiful views of the Miami River while savoring an array of sushi, seafood and meats from the robata grill. Don’t-miss signature dishes are the miso black cod and the rice hot pot with mushrooms and fresh truffles. Zuma is also beloved for its lavish weekend buffet brunch, with live cooking stations and flowing champagne.

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