Gulf Coast
With a menu focusing on local bounty – roasted black grouper, steamed red snapper, fresh Apalachicola oysters – a dining room oozing understated good…
Must-see restaurants in Florida
Daytona Beach
Daytona may be a racing town, but it's also a seaside spot where fresh-from-the-boat seafood is in plentiful supply. So: good sushi. This popular,…
Key West
France comes to the Caribbean at this lovely bistro, with predictably tasty results. Stop by for eggs Benedict, cinnamon brioche French toast or lovely…
Downtown Miami
It's odd to think of the clean flavors of sushi and the bright richness of Indonesian cuisine coming together in harmony, but they're happily married in…
Gold Coast
Perennially popular raw bar serving up generous platters of little neck clams, Gulf Coast oysters and seasonal stone crab claws. The J&J Seafood Trio…
Everglades National Park
Triad is famous for its stone-crab claws, but they serve up all kinds of coastal seafood that you can enjoy on picnic tables perched over the waterfront…
Space Coast
This elegant restaurant on 5th Ave serves up European classics as part of a seasonally appropriate menu that changes daily, with highlights often…
Miami
Tucked down a side street, a bit of searching is needed to find Frenchie's. The cooking is a showcase for French bistro classics, with steamed mussels,…
Wynwood & the Design District
One of the best budget meals near the Design District can be found at La Latina, a Venezuelan diner that's popular with Midtown locals and artsy…
Upper Keys
This sweet, breadbox-sized eatery is famed far and wide for its utterly addictive key lime muffins (so big you'll need a knife and fork to eat them)…
Miami
Given the crowds and the satisfied smiles of customers, Roasters 'n Toasters meets the demanding standards of Miami Beach's large Jewish demographic,…
South Beach
This natural-food grocery-store chain has an excellent array of organic produce, delicious bakery items, a wide range of prepared meals and a salad bar –…
Miami
Miami has a large "Juban" (Jewish-Cuban) population, and this spot is sort of like a Juban given brick and mortar restaurant form. The buzzing little deli…
Greater Orlando
A must for upscale foodie delights, not to mention people-watching. The menu features rather complicated pairings such as 'red snapper with black and…
Southwest Gulf Coast
Head upstairs from Sharky's for well-executed sushi, prime cuts of mesquite-charcoal-grilled meat and sophisticated seafood dishes such as pan-seared,…
Tampa
From the outside this place looks like it could be a paint store. The inside isn't much better; green vinyl tablecloths and bare white walls. But the red…
Miami
The description everyone writes when vegan food tastes good is that you're not missing the meat. This trope actually holds true at Choices. With clever…
South Beach
Big Pink does American comfort food with joie de vivre and a dash of whimsy. The Americana menu is consistently good throughout the day; pulled Carolina…
South Beach
News Cafe is an Ocean Dr landmark that attracts thousands of travelers. We find the food to be pretty uninspiring, but the people-watching is good, so…
Gold Coast
This early-risers' place offers hearty portions of perfectly prepared breakfast, plus a carnival of vegetarian-friendly specials with Indian flavors (the…
Little Havana
Great Cuban cuisine in the heart of Little Havana – the roast pork has a tangy citrus kick and the ropa vieja (spiced shredded beef and rice) is…
South Beach
Like an Italian villa airlifted into South Beach, Casa Tua serves decadent bites from the old world in a magnificent and rather romantic garden-like…
Southwest Gulf Coast
Housed in an old village grocery, this unique cafe, coffee-and-ice-cream bar and vintage shop sells furniture, flip-flops, and outsider art and trinkets…
Northeast Florida
For an updated bit of fine contemporary global dining that's still within spitting distance of the beach, head to Eleven South, where the date-night…
Greater Orlando
Unpretentious Winter Park go-to spot for creative American fare off the beaten track of Park Ave. There's live music Wednesday through Sunday, primarily…
Key West
The Marquesa is as elegant as it gets in Key West, all white tablecloths, candle light and good food to boot. The mains are French-inspired with little…
Naples
Aside from the irony of driving 6 miles from downtown to eat local, this strip-mall farm-to-table bistro is worth the carbon footprint for fab sustainable…
Upper Keys
Floridians love their waterfront dining establishments crossed with a tiki bar, and Snook's is Key Largo's contribution to the genre. The surf-and-turf…
Daytona Beach
Gluten-free and predominantly vegetarian-friendly items feature at this colorful kitchen serving breakfasts, lunches and light meals, although you'll…
Walt Disney World
Bright yellow and with lovely big windows, this bustling French brasserie features boeuf bourguignon, lobster bisque and other bistro classics. The likes…
Wynwood & the Design District
This Wynwood joint is called the Butcher Shop for a reason, and that's because it's unashamedly aimed at carnivores. From bone-in rib eyes to smoked…
Miami
The acclaimed Palme d'Or is the culinary match for the Jazz Age opulence that ensconces it. With its white-gloved, old-world class and US attention to…
Greater Orlando
Befitting Winter Park’s European vibe, start the day with coffee and a pastry at the tiny Paris-perfect Croissant Gourmet. There are classic éclairs,…
Gulf Coast
Foie gras, pan-seared scallops and filet mignon all feature on the menu of this très-jolie French cafe on the waterfront beneath the shadow of the Brooks…
South Beach
It's hard to find Nuevo Latino cuisine that comfortably fits a midrange budget and is still tasty, but in steps Jimmy'z. Make sure to try the mofongo, a…
Miami
Latin seafood is the name of the game here – Fifi’s does delicious seafood paella, a dish that mixes the supporting cast of The Little Mermaid with…
Walt Disney World
An extensive wine list and handsome northern California ambience set this low-key brasserie apart from other Disney restaurants; it falls between the…
Key West
This is a rough-and-ready Cuban joint where the portions are big and there’s no messing around with high-end embellishment or bells and whistles. It's…
South Beach
An open-sided perch just above the madness of the cruising scene, the Porch has been serving excellent salads, sandwiches and the like since 1990 (eons by…
Florida Panhandle
This unassuming spot is the domain of local chef David Gwynn, whose regional Southern food outshines expectations. Start with the grilled veggie salad…
