Ah, the effervescent charm of Miami’s rooftop dining scene. Each establishment, a canvas painted with flavors, aromas, and breathtaking vistas.
Vista
At the heart of Upper Buena Vista, Vista beckons with its enchanting Italian allure, a brainchild of the culinary maestros behind Fratelli Milano. The rooftop menu, a symphony of flavors, offers everything from the briny kiss of oysters to the rusticity of charcuterie. The cocktail selection, an imaginative tableau, punctuates the experience.
La Cote
La Cote, a gem nestled atop Fontainebleau, is a whispered secret of an oceanside retreat, effortlessly invoking the sun-drenched charm of the South of France. Its menu, a light dance of beachside delicacies, includes the earthiness of vegetable flatbread, the freshness of avocado toast, and the seductive allure of rosé sangria.
Astra
In the heart of Wynwood, Astra stands as a monument to chic open-air elegance. Mediterranean delights like kebabs and psari jostle for attention, harmoniously paired with imaginative cocktails, all set against a backdrop of Miami’s sprawling cityscape.
Klaw
Klaw, ensconced in the venerable Miami Women’s Club building, promises an evening draped in sophistication. Whether it’s the rooftop bar’s panoramic embrace of Biscayne Bay or the heady allure of their Old Fashioned, it’s an escapade punctuated by a decadent seafood platter.
Chef Scott Linquist
Chef Scott Linquist orchestrates a culinary ballet atop the Moxy Hotel in South Beach. This vibrant rooftop haven tempts with a tapestry of Mexican delights, from the umami burst of uni and crab tostadas to the comforting embrace of chorizo huaraches. And for those seeking the familiar, the classics beckon with open arms.
Area 31
Area 31, poised gracefully on the 16th floor of the Kimpton EPIC Hotel, remains an undisputed monarch of happy hour escapades and seafood gastronomy. The views of Downtown Miami and Biscayne Bay, a visual feast, only accentuate the experience.
Rosa Sky
Rising above the city on the 22nd floor of the AC Hotel & Element Brickell, Rosa Sky dazzles as one of Brickell’s most radiant rooftop jewels. As the Miami skyline sprawls before you, be serenaded by an impeccable music ensemble, tapas-style delights, and a kaleidoscope of cocktails.
Level 6
Finally, atop Coconut Grove’s culinary mecca, Amal, lies Level 6. This expansive lounge and restaurant, a serene oasis of blues and greens, overlooks the verdant canopy of the neighborhood and the shimmering waters of Biscayne Bay. Indulge in Spanish tapas and herbaceous cocktails, all served amidst an ambiance of casual sophistication.
Truly, Miami’s rooftop scene is a gourmet’s dream, a celebration of flavors, ambiance, and views that remain etched in memory.
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