
Worth the Drive: Asian Food in South Florida
Six Asian restaurants north of Miami that justify the traffic, from Isan Thai in Fort Lauderdale to charcoal Korean barbecue in Lauderhill.

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Six Asian restaurants north of Miami that justify the traffic, from Isan Thai in Fort Lauderdale to charcoal Korean barbecue in Lauderhill.

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Smoked Coconut Rice, Grilled Prawns
Intimate Coconut Grove restaurant from chef Sebastián Vargas serving market-driven contemporary cooking, weekend brunch, and a natural-wine program rooted in local sourcing and sustainability.
Tue-Thu and Sun 5:30 PM-10:00 PM; Fri-Sat 5:30 PM-11:00 PM; Brunch Sat-Sun 11:00 AM-3:30 PM; Mon closed

Cast Iron Pancake, Cuban-American Sandwich
Chef Michael Beltran's Michelin Bib Gourmand Cuban-American diner serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner in Coconut Grove.
Mon-Tue 7:30 AM-3:00 PM; Wed-Sat 7:30 AM-10:00 PM; Sun 7:30 AM-7:00 PM
Canard à la Presse, Venison Tartare
Michael Beltran's one-Michelin-starred Coconut Grove restaurant blending Cuban-American memory with modern American and French technique through à la carte and tasting experiences.
Sun-Thu 5:30 PM-10:00 PM, last seating 9:30 PM; Fri-Sat 5:30 PM-11:00 PM, last seating 10:30 PM

Heirloom Corn Tortillas, Grilled Day's Catch
One-Michelin-star Coconut Grove restaurant celebrating Meso-American heritage, heirloom corn, local seafood, regenerative sourcing, natural wine, and vinyl-driven atmosphere.
Dinner Tue-Thu and Sun 5:30 PM-10:00 PM; Fri-Sat 5:30 PM-11:00 PM; Brunch Sat-Sun 11:00 AM-3:00 PM; Mon closed
Whole Branzino, Grilled Mykonos Octopus
Modern Mediterranean social house in historic Peacock Garden, rooted in Aegean and Cycladic flavors with shared plates, seafood, weekend brunch, cocktails, and a lively late-night atmosphere.
Dinner daily; Mon-Wed 6:00 PM-12:00 AM, Thu 5:30 PM-12:15 AM, Fri-Sat 5:30 PM-12:30 AM, Sun 5:30 PM-11:00 PM; brunch Sat-Sun 11:30 AM-3:00 PM

Khao Soi Gai, Pad Krapow
Coconut Grove Thai restaurant from the family behind Siam Lotus Room, using herbs and produce sourced from its Redland farm and serving classic dishes, cocktails, and lunch and dinner daily.
Official site lists daily 12:00 PM-10:00 PM; current Toast ordering closes 9:00 PM Sun-Thu and 10:00 PM Fri-Sat
Grouper Sandwich, Cajun Fresh Catch
Waterfront American restaurant and bar on Biscayne Bay in Coconut Grove, centered on seafood, raw-bar dishes, tropical cocktails, weekend brunch, and sunset views.
Mon-Thu 11:30 AM-9:00 PM; Fri 11:30 AM-12:00 AM; Sat 10:00 AM-12:00 AM; Sun 10:00 AM-10:00 PM; Happy hour Mon-Fri 4:00 PM-6:00 PM

Lobster Linguine, Bellini Cocktail
Fine Italian restaurant from the Cipriani family at Mr. C Miami in Coconut Grove, serving Venetian classics for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with bay views.
Breakfast daily 7:00 AM-11:00 AM; Lunch daily 11:00 AM-4:00 PM; Dinner daily 5:00 PM-11:00 PM
Pistachio Gelato, Vegan Sorbet
Coconut Grove gelateria serving Italian-style organic gelato with non-GMO and kosher-certified ingredients, plus vegan and sugar-free choices.
Mon-Thu 12:00 PM-10:00 PM; Fri-Sat 11:00 AM-11:00 PM; Sun 11:00 AM-10:00 PM
El Abuelo Sandwich, Breakfast Sandwiches
New Coconut Grove neighborhood bodega, café counter, and ventanita from the Ortega brothers, serving breakfast, baguette sandwiches, coffee, juices, snacks, and pantry goods.
Mon-Sat 7:00 AM-11:00 PM; Sun 9:00 AM-10:00 PM
Butter Chicken, Lamb Rogan Josh
Long-running Coconut Grove Indian restaurant serving curries, biryanis, tandoori dishes, breads, and vegetarian specialties, with reservations and takeout.
Mon-Thu 11:30 AM-10:00 PM; Fri 11:30 AM-11:00 PM; Sat 12:00 PM-11:00 PM; Sun 12:00 PM-10:00 PM
Petite Filet Mignon, Prime New York
Upscale-yet-approachable CocoWalk steakhouse serving premium steaks, seafood, shareables, handcrafted cocktails, weekend brunch, and late-night dining across a dining room, island bar, and covered patio.
Mon-Tue and Sun 11:00 AM-11:00 PM; Wed-Sat 11:00 AM-12:00 AM; Brunch Sat-Sun 11:00 AM-3:00 PM; Happy Hour Mon-Fri 3:00 PM-6:00 PM

Cotoletta alla Milanese, Arancini al Tartufo
Intimate Coconut Grove Italian bistro centered on the shared Cotoletta alla Milanese, with a concise menu inspired by Italian osteria, trattoria, and Sunday-lunch traditions.
Mon-Thu 5:30 PM-10:00 PM; Fri 5:30 PM-10:30 PM; Sat 12:30 PM-10:30 PM; Sun 12:30 PM-9:00 PM
Ravioli Fichi e Gorgonzola, Gnocchi alla Vodka
CocoWalk Italian restaurant from Graspa Group and Ariete Hospitality Group, serving house-made pasta, meat, seafood, Italian wine, and cocktails in a white-tablecloth yet family-friendly setting.
Mon-Thu 4:00 PM-10:00 PM; Fri 4:00 PM-11:00 PM; Sat-Sun 12:00 PM-11:00 PM; Happy Hour Mon-Fri 4:00 PM-6:00 PM
Smoked Brisket, Ribs
A Coconut Grove smokehouse blending slow-smoked Southern barbecue with Caribbean flavors, serving until sold out and accepting walk-ins only.
Mon-Tue closed; Wed-Fri 5:00 PM-10:00 PM; Sat-Sun 12:00 PM-8:00 PM; service may end early when sold out

G&V Shrimp & Grits, Hamachi Tartare
An open-air garden restaurant in Coconut Grove's Peacock Park serving Florida-inspired New American food with Latin and European accents.
Mon-Thu 11:30 AM-10:00 PM; Fri 11:30 AM-11:00 PM; Sat 10:00 AM-11:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM-10:00 PM

Grand Burger, Wagyu Beef Tacos
A CocoWalk restaurant and bar serving globally influenced coastal American food, sushi and cocktails, with weekend brunch and late-night service.
Mon-Fri 12:00 PM-2:00 AM; Sat-Sun 11:00 AM-2:00 AM

Belgian Waffle, Eggs Benedict
A longtime all-day Coconut Grove cafe and lounge known for breakfast, brunch and sidewalk patio seating on Main Highway.
Sun-Thu 7:00 AM-12:00 AM; Fri-Sat 7:00 AM-2:00 AM
Ember-Grilled Branzino, Black Garlic Short Rib
The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove's contemporary American grill room and garden terrace, serving fire-led land-and-sea dishes, daily breakfast and lunch, weekend brunch, and cocktails.
Sun-Thu 7:00 AM-10:00 PM; Fri-Sat 7:00 AM-11:00 PM; breakfast daily 7:00 AM-11:00 AM; lunch daily 11:00 AM-4:00 PM; weekend brunch 11:00 AM-3:00 PM
Ceviche Sampler, Lomo Saltado
Chef Oscar del Rivero's Coconut Grove restaurant, open since 2005, weaving Mexican, Peruvian, Argentine, Chilean, Venezuelan and Cuban influences into a broad Pan-Latin menu.
Sun-Thu 11:00 AM-10:00 PM; Fri-Sat 11:00 AM-11:00 PM

Aguachile, Pulpo Zarandeado
Upscale Coconut Grove Mexican restaurant and agave bar from Grupo Bakan, centered on Oaxacan-inspired cooking, handmade tortillas, wood-fired dishes, and an extensive mezcal and tequila collection.
Mon-Wed and Sun 12:00 PM-11:00 PM; Thu-Sat 12:00 PM-1:00 AM

Bife de Chorizo, Flap Steak
Coconut Grove outpost of Buenos Aires parrilla La Cabrera, serving Argentine steaks, classic sides, cocktails, and an extensive wine list.
Daily 11:30 AM-11:30 PM
Menu not yet released
Forthcoming coastal Italian restaurant from Gioia Hospitality Group at Vita at Grove Isle, planned as a waterfront destination for lunch, brunch, and dinner.
Coming soon; no opening date or hours announced
Duck Confit, Gratinée Lyonnaise
Cozy Coconut Grove bistro from chef Christian Ville serving Lyon-inspired French classics with South Florida touches, Sunday brunch, wine, and outdoor seating.
Tue-Sat 11:30 AM-9:30 PM; Sun 8:30 AM-3:00 PM; Mon closed
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