We’re not short on celebrities here in the city, especially ones moonlighting as restauranteurs. From a reggaetonero’s bakery to a fast-casual franchise by a beloved rapper, here are the spots you’ve probably been frequenting that are owned by high profile stars you know and love. Or perhaps it’ll be your first time visiting! Check them out:
1. Gekkō, Brickell
Translating to “moonlight” in Japanese, this elegant Japanese-inspired steakhouse was brought to the 305 by Bad Bunny and David Grutman. The venue is centered around sultry jewel-toned decor with a custom gold and red dip-dyed rope installation and velvet drapery. Serving fancy cuts of Wagyu beef, sushi and other mouthwatering chophouse staples, Gekkō also has a lounge that very well may play the sounds of Bad Bunny throughout the night.
Find Gekkō at 8 SE 8th St, Miami, FL 33131
2. Estefan Kitchen Express, multiple locations
Owned by Miami’s power couple, Gloria and Emilio Estefan, you can order everything from croquetas and pan con lechon to a hot Cuban and ice cream here. The kitchen has two Miami locations — one at the Cardozo Hotel right on Ocean Drive and another at Miami International Airport. Grab a seat and sip on one of their delicious cafecitos made with their own Estefan Kitchen coffee!
Find Estefan Kitchen Express at Miami International Airport Gate D-27 on 2100 NW 42nd Avenue, and the Cardozo South Beach on 1300 Ocean Drive
3. La Industria Bakery & Cafe, Downtown
If you haven’t already, you might want to write this one down on your brunch must-try list! Nicky Jam’s breakfast spot in Bayside Marketplace specializes in over-the-top pancakes and waffles that literally look too incredible to miss out on. On the menu, you’ll find mouthwatering options like the reggaeton superstar’s favorite pancakes stacked high with dulce de leche and bananas, as well as many Venezuelan and Puerto Rican options to satisfy every craving.
Find La Industria Bakery & Cafe at 401 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
4. Strawberry Moon, Miami Beach
Everyone loves Miami’s iconic Art Deco designs, especially when it comes in the shape of a dreamy pink restaurant like Pharrell Williams and David Grutman’s Strawberry Moon. Part of the pair’s Goodtime Hotel, the contemporary restaurant features gorgeous pinks, lagoon blues and palm greens that give off all the “Happy” and tropical vibes. It offers casual Mediterranean fare and specialty cocktails that you can enjoy inside the restaurant, covered dining terrace or the expansive outdoor deck.
Find Strawberry Moon at 601 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
5. Nobu, Miami Beach
Located right by the ocean, Nobu is a partnership among renowned chef Nobu Matsuhisa, actor Robert De Niro and Hollywood producer Meir Teper. The luxurious restaurant and hotel brand as a whole has become a global success, with operations spanning five continents, thanks to its fusion cuisine that blends South American ingredients with traditional Japanese recipes. Its Miami outpost takes over the former Eden Roc Hotel.
Find Nobu Miami at 4525 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140
6. Swan, Miami Design District
Lined in pastel pinks and paintings complementing the space, this sophisticated gem is also owned by partners Pharrell Williams and David Grutman. Enjoy the best of Miami’s Design District with flavors that offer something for everyone — like rustic cuisine and dynamic communal plates — either inside the pastel-hued space or in their breezy garden covered in lush trees.
Find Swan Bar & Bevy at 90 NE 39th St, Miami, FL 33137
7. Another Wing, Wynwood
More of a delivery concept than a restaurant, Another Wing by DJ Khaled in collaboration with REEF serves saucy, crispy wings in eight fire flavors. Try the best lemon pepper wings the city has to offer straight to your door.
Find Another Wing locations on their website.
8. True Food Kitchen, Kendall
Healthy eats doesn’t mean you sacrifice any of the flavor! At The Falls’ True Food Kitchen, backed by Oprah Winfrey and co-founded by integrative medicine expert Dr. Andrew Weil, the menu focuses on foods that help maintain optimal health while aiming to prevent chronic inflammation. Think a crave-able organic tuscan kale salad, spaghetti squash casserole, a bowl of ancient grains, grass-fed burger and edamame dumplings.
Find True Food Kitchen at 8888 SW 136th St, Miami, FL 33176
9. Chicken Guy!, Kendall
Guy Fieri, Food Network star and mayor of Flavortown, is known for his visits to restaurants on “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives”. He’s also behind multiple locations of Chicken Guy!, a chain serving one-of-a-kind tenders with a wide selection of sauces, alongside restauranteur Robert Earl. One of those locations is Dadeland Mall, where you can choose from his trademark donkey sauce to buttermilk ranch and Nashville hot honey for your chicken.
Find Chicken Guy! at 7535 N Kendall Dr #2520, Miami, FL 33156
10. Miami Grill, multiple locations
Formerly known as Miami Subs, Miami Grill is a fast-casual restaurant known for its legendary cheesesteaks, wings, gyros and burgers all throughout South Florida. However, one thing you may not know about the restaurant is that our beloved Mr. 305, Armando “Pitbull” Pérez purchased a significant equity stake in 2012 and held a seat on the board of directors. Dalé!
Find the Miami Grill closest to you by visiting their website here.