Best Places To Eat On Key Biscayne

Drive across the scenic Rickenbacker Causeway and you’ll find yourself in the subtropical paradise of Key Biscayne. Perfectly positioned off the coast of mainland Miami, with idyllic views of the urban skyline reflecting off of Biscayne Bay, this little island is an oasis of opulent residences, golden beaches and nature preserves – all with a chic yet low-key vibe. You’ll also find a wonderful range of casual and fine dining restaurants, promising delicious food, an intimate atmosphere, top-notch service and dazzling vistas. These are our picks for the top restaurants in Key Biscayne.

The Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne

Fresh off a $100 million revamp, The Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne reopened in December 2025 with a completely overhauled food and beverage program. Luma is a modern Italian restaurant set inside a lovely indoor-outdoor dining room off the grand lobby, while Paralía is an oceanfront Mediterranean restaurant set beneath an al fresco thatched hut.

The lobby’s Rum Bar is still a gem with an updated, airy redesign that hearkens back to a stylish Old Havana social club. It’s a place to congregate over light bites, excellent cocktails and an impressive rum list with rum tasting experiences available. Dune Beach Bar is also back with a new and improved menu and irresistible toes-in-the-sand dining.

Rusty Pelican

Rusty Pelican is one of Miami’s most iconic restaurants. Known for its elegant waterfront setting with floor-to-ceiling windows and outdoor dining, it boasts impeccable views of Biscayne Bay and Downtown Miami’s skyline.

Pair your views with a margarita and choose from Rusty Pelican’s extensive menu of contemporary American fare and seafood. If you’re on a dinner date, consider the Rusty Pelican Board for Two: whole fried snapper, lobster and shrimp risotto and New York Strip.

Gramps Getaway

While the Wynwood original is no more, Gramps lives on in Key Biscayne with Gramps Getaway, perched on the same marina as Rusty Pelican. A dockside, tiki-style bar and restaurant with a come-as-you-are attitude, Gramps Getaway punches above its weight when it comes to the food.

Order classics like smoked fish dip and oysters alongside elevated hits like roasted prawns, smoked jerk chicken and coffee-rubbed skirt steak with Jimmy Nardello peppers. Add to that frosty beers and frozen cocktails, and you and your crew are in for a fun afternoon in a fantastically salty Key Biscayne setting.

El Gran Inka

Hailing from Costa Rica, El Gran Inka is a Peruvian restaurant in Key Biscayne with a modern twist. Choose from ceviches, tiraditos, parihuela fish soup, beef stir fry lomo saltado or snapper a la plancha.

Be sure to pair your meal with a classic pisco sour, which is made with a brandy-like liqueur produced in Peru. The restaurant’s décor features original Nazca paintings and masks that offer a peek into Peru’s ancient history and culture.

Novecento

An elegant Argentinean bistro with European sensibilities, Novecento is a Miami classic. Start your meal here with beef empanadas, ceviche and crispy fried tostones, then move onto main courses, which include a variety of steaks and pastas.

A hungry group will love the traditional Picada Criolla tasting platter designed for sharing, which includes grilled skirt steak, chicken, chorizo and a sampling of empanadas, served with homemade chimichurri sauce. There’s also an excellent menu of fresh, homemade pastas. Add to that a bottle of Argentinian wine and you’ve got yourself a feast.

The Cleat

For a tropical tiki bar experience that feels miles from the city’s hustle and bustle, The Cleat is perched on a beach at No Name Harbor in Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park in Key Biscayne. A central bar shaded by a palapa anchors picnic benches and ample grounds to enjoy a piña colada and tapas with your toes in the sand, listening to live music as the sun sets over Biscayne Bay. It’s an utterly transportive experience.

The Cleat is a part of the same restaurant group operates the longstanding Boater’s Grill and Lighthouse Café, also in Bill Baggs, both of which offer more extensive menus of pastas, steak and Latin-inspired dishes. You can’t go wrong with any of these fantastic waterfront dining options in one of Florida’s most beautiful state parks.

Sir Pizza

A classic Key Biscayne staple since 1969, Sir Pizza serves up delicious pizzas, subs, pastas and salads to a loyal following. The Royal Feast pizza is the way to go. It’s Sir’s version of the supreme and made with pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, onions and green peppers. Locals know to order it with a side of Ranch dressing for dipping.

The “blankets” are another popular item. These calzone-like creations are stuffed with any manner of meat, cheese and veggie combinations.

Donut Gallery Diner

A family-run diner passed down through the generations since 1971, the Donut Gallery (no website; call (305) 361-9985) is a warm and comforting place to enjoy breakfast and lunch. Slide into a booth or snag a stool at the counter and order up your favorite breakfast staples, from eggs, pancakes and bacon to hashbrowns, grits and omelets.

There are plenty of combinations and specialties to choose from. At lunchtime, it’s hard to resist the Philly cheesesteak sandwich, BLT or grilled cheese. It’s a true holdout of the classic American diner and a real treat.

La Boulangerie Boul’ Mich

Named for a famous Parisian boulevard, La Boulangerie Boul’ Mich has been a fixture of Key Biscayne for over 20 years. This spot bakes up gorgeous artisanal French pastries with a Latin twist, from pain a chocolate to pasteles with guava and cream cheese, plus empanadas, quiche and more.

It also serves an all-day brunch menu featuring a wide variety of omelets, egg dishes, French toast, sandwiches and more. There’s even fabulous pasta, from spaghetti pomodoro to wild mushroom ravioli.