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The Best Hotel Restaurants in Miami

Laine Doss | April 18, 2018

Miami's hotels are highlighted by its restaurant scene. No longer a place where weary travelers fortify themselves with basic sustenance, hotel restaurants in Miami and Miami Beach are run by some of the biggest names in the culinary world. From winners of a coveted James Beard award -- the Academy Awards of culinary -- to celebrity chef-driven concepts, Miami's best hotel restaurants offer world class experiences.

#3

Shelborne South Beach

Why it made the list

Top Chef alum Jeff McInnis and Janine Booth are both culinary and life partners. The recently engaged couple have brought their New York City restaurant, Root & Bone, to the Shelborne, specializing in southern comfort food. Try the friend chicken, a whole bird brined in sweet lemon tea before being breaded and fried. The result is chicken that's golden and crispy on the outside, moist and tender on the inside, with a fragrant hint of tea and a slight citrus tang.

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#2

SLS Hotel South Beach

Why it made the list

The Bazaar by Jose Andres at the SLS is one of Miami Beach's most delightful experiences. The venerated chef features modern takes on traditional Spanish tapas with items like blue cheese ice cream sandwiches, a foie gras PB&J, and dragon fruit ceviche. Every dish comes with its own surprise, so keep the camera ready.

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#1

The Setai

Why it made the list

Jaya at the Setai is a luxe restaurant that offers dishes influenced from Thailand, Vietnam, Korea, India, China, and Japan. Named after the hotel's interior designer, Jaya Ibrahim, the space is understated elegance with the focal point being a courtyard with several water features. On Sundays, Jaya hosts an elaborate jazz buffet brunch that features a bounty of items, a raw bar, carving stations, and even liquid nitrogen ice cream.

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