Miami is full of incredible restaurants, but sometimes we eat with our eyes just as much as our tastebuds. That’s where the city’s scenic spots, whose appearances are just as exciting as what’s on the plate, shine. It comes as no surprise to see two of the city’s restaurants make it in the Restaurant & Bar Design Awards for most beautiful restaurants.
The global competition, which seeks the best of food and beverage spaces worldwide, have revealed the shortlist for this year and it features appearances from Coral Gables’ Erba and Brickell newcomer Delilah.
Erba makes a stylish first impression with its vibrant hues of pink and red, moody ambiance, opulent glass chandelier and bright foyer welcoming all diners. Beginning as a pop-up, this upscale Italian restaurant is brought by the team behind Ghee Indian Kitchen and formerly, Orno. The menu fuses Italian and Miami flavors, such as mafaldine pasta with Bahamian conch instead of clams and tiramisu with a hint of tres leches.
For Delilah, it’s easy to see how it can land on a list like this. As the city’s modern day supper club, it’s a stunning mix of old and new with a roaring ’20s theme. It’s also got a color palette of light pink, teal and gold, as well as lavish chandeliers and plush interiors. Just don’t get too carried away trying to capture it’s appearance — there’s a strict “no photos” policy, which would explain why you might see some famous faces dining alongside you.
On the menu, there’s favorites like the popular chicken tenders and Kendall’s slutty brownie (named after Kendall Jenner), as well as Miami-inspired flavors like stone crab salad, “Cubano Fritters” and suckling pig.
Now in its 16th year, the Restaurant & Bar Design Awards recognizes and celebrates the world’s most creative spaces and the people behind them. The shortlist was put together by a team of 38 judges working across design, architecture, hospitality and lifestyle media.
The winners will be announced on Thursday, October 31, in a ceremony at The Hoxton in Barcelona. You can find out more about the Restaurant & Bar Design Awards and see the shortlist entries here.
📍 Erba: 227 S Dixie Hwy, Coral Gables, FL 33133
📍 Delilah: 301 Brickell Key Dr, Miami, FL 33131