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EXPLORE MIAMI | | | | | | | "The Original" Shula's Steak House Miami Lakes7601 NW Miami Lakes Dr
Miami Lakes,
FL
33014-6880
305-820-8102 | | | | | Description: MIAMI LAKES. Local sports legend Don Shula, once the coach of the Miami Dolphins, runs this clubby steakhouse, which has some of the most tender and delicious beef in the area. The football theme is evident throughout, with photos, pennants and newspaper clippings on every wall particularly those detailing Shula's 1972 Super Bowl victory. Business groups, families, sports fans and steak lovers of every ilk rave about great cuts like the 48-ounce porterhouse and the tender filet. Try the surf and turf, which includes a succulent 3-pound Maine lobster. If you have any room left, double chocolate cheesecake is a treat. Reservations recommended.
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| 3101 Ponce de Leon Blvd
Miami,
FL
33134-6816
305-446-1400 | | | | | Description: CORAL GABLES. Christy's is a long-standing local favorite in Coral Gables, with a cozy dining room, attentive service and perfectly prepared, classic Continental cuisine. A favorite for business lunches and power dinners, the steaks are especially popular. Try the huge prime rib with horseradish sauce or the filet mignon in a flavorful teriyaki marinade. Lighter appetites will love the Caesar salads and tasty baked sweet potatoes. The grand finale? Impressive Baked Alaska or dense Blackout Cake are two outstanding options. Reservations recommended. Business casual attire.
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| 320 Crandon Blvd
Key Biscayne,
FL
33149
305-361-1111 | | | | | Description: KEY BISCAYNE. Linda B's has earned a solid reputation as a top place to get steaks or seafood in Key Biscayne. The attractive dining room, with soothing colors and soft lighting, features plenty of comfortable chairs and cozy tables. Or head outside to dine on the deck in the fresh air. The friendly, personal service ensures that you feel at home, and the cuisine wins rave reviews from regulars. The fresh catch, lobster, prime rib, and filet mignon are all prepared to perfection, accented by flavorful soups and salads. Business casual attire. Reservations strongly suggested for dinner.
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| 1200 Brickell Ave
Miami,
FL
33131-3214
305-400-9990 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN. Morton's is an upscale chain steakhouse that serves a lot more than just American Angus. The decor is masculine; the atmosphere, classy. Expect to be treated well by the friendly wait staff, who present dinner selections by bringing out a cart of options and telling you stories about each dish. Favorite entrées include blackened swordfish, fresh Maine lobster, and, of course, the 24-ounce porterhouse. Reservations are suggested.
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| 801 Brickell Bay Dr
Miami,
FL
33131
305-373-2777 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN. If you're in the mood for beef or a taste of Brazil, this festive hotspot is just the place. It's a steakhouse, but with an exotic twist. The romantic, colorful dining room and the pleasant porch, complete with views of the bay, are great places to enjoy a meal, and you will spot a variety of satisfied diners, from groups of business people to couples on dates to families with kids. Everyone loves the vast salad bar, which is stocked with salad favorites as well as a selection of spicy-hot casseroles and meats. The beef-carvers will visit your table with a huge hunk of grilled meat and will slice you off as much as you want. From filet mignon to pork to chicken, it's all expertly prepared and served with friendliness and flair.
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| 112 Ocean Dr
Miami Beach,
FL
33139
305-532-8112 | | | | | Description: SOUTH BEACH. Frequented by an upscale, highly visible clientele, Prime 112 is a steakhouse without compare. Its decor honors the restaurant's historic structure while invigorating it with modern detailing. The menu continues this theme of reconsidered classics. Dry-aged Prime beef arrives sizzling, cooked to your specifications, and topped with a choice of butters or sauces. "Accessories" are sublime: truffled mac and cheese, sautéed forest mushrooms, or even rum-baked sweet plantains. Desserts, too, get stylish attention apple pie is topped with candied walnut streusel, while chocolate pudding cake flaunts Amarene cherries and a dollop of sweet cream.
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| 2320 Salzedo St
Coral Gables,
FL
33134-5019
305-461-8360 | | | | | Description: CORAL GABLES. This beloved chain of steakhouses bills itself as the "Home of Serious Steaks," and one visit will tell you that's more than a marketing slogan. Steaks are known for their sizzle, achieved by a dollop of butter dropped on hot-from-the-oven cuts; your choice will still be sputtering when it's placed in front of you. Ruth's Chris isn't intended for calorie-counters, but it is a true steak lover's haven. The establishment also takes pride in its great service, extensive wine list, and atmosphere of comfortable elegance. Valet parking $6.
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| 11401 NW 12th St
Miami,
FL
33172
305-599-7729 | | | | | Description: DORAL. Few restaurants can compete with the atmosphere and, yes, the cuisine of this colorful chain of Brazilian-style churrascarias. A family-friendly ambience pervades as diners enjoy a feast for the ages, one that features gaucho-wearing servers circling the South American-themed dining room with mouthwatering skewers of seasoned beef, chicken, lamb, pork, and Brazilian sausage. Just pick what you want, and they're happy to serve it up. Added temptations are Texas-sized side dishes like garlic mashed potatoes and sweet fried bananas the extravagant salad bar has been known to turn heads as well.
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| 444 Brickell Ave
Miami,
FL
33131
305-374-4500 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN. For an impressive meal of fine aged beef or fresh seafood, The Capital Grille is an unqualified best bet. The dining room, decked out in leather and dark wood, is ideal for power meetings, and a glass-enclosed smoking room ably accommodates cigar aficionados. Customary American favorites are exquisitely prepared, from lobster and crab cakes to pan-fried calamari, from double-cut lamb chops to 24-ounce grilled porterhouses. An extensive selection of more than 400 wines is routinely recognized by Wine Spectator with the Award of Excellence.
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| 9650 E Bay Harbor Dr
Bay Harbor Island,
FL
33154
305-868-7256 | | | | | Description: BAY HARBOR ISLANDS. Everything is BIG here, so make sure you show up with a hearty appetite. This New York-style chophouse has fashioned itself after the famous steakhouse in Manhattan. The fun, nostalgic decor includes clubby dark woods, comfortable booths and caricatures adorning the walls. Steak is the focus here, but the jumbo-sized Maine lobster tail is also one of the more popular menu options. They don't boast of being fancy, everything is plain and simple. But rest assured the reputation has created legions of loyal followers who care more about savoring strip steak than spotting supermodels.
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