Miami is home to countless incredible restaurants, but sometimes we eat with our eyes just as much as our tastebuds. That’s where the city’s most scenic spots stand out, offering appearances just as alluring as what’s on the plate. So it comes at no surprise to see that 10 of our restaurants have earned recognition in the Restaurant & Bar Design Awards as some of the most beautiful in the world.
The global competition, which seeks the best food and beverage interiors worldwide, has revealed this year’s shortlist and Miami’s culinary scene has once again taken center stage. So let’s dive right in to the must-visit spots that have caught their attention.
Miami nominees for 2025
From the sleek, red-hued dining room of Mimi Chinese to the lush terrace of French-inspired Claudie, each of these spots have not only earned praise for their cuisine, but for their stunning design:
- Claudie – 1101 Brickell Ave, Ste 113
- Double Knot – 2550 NW 2nd Ave
- Japón – 2001 Collins Ave
- Lupita – 401 Biscayne Blvd S1121
- MIKA – 3007 Ponce de Leon
- Mimi Chinese – 1575 Alton Rd unit 2
- Oro – 818 Lincoln Rd
- Sereia – 3540 Main Hwy (temporarily closed)
- Sparrow Italia – 255 NW 25th St
- Sunny’s – 7357 NW Miami Ct
About the Restaurant & Bar Design Awards
Now in its 17th year, the Restaurant & Bar Design Awards recognizes and celebrates the world’s most creative food and beverage spaces, as well as the people behind them. The shortlist was put together by a team of 42 judges working across design, architecture, hospitality and lifestyle media.
The winners will be announced on October 27th at a dazzling ceremony in Dubai (UAE). You can find out more about the Awards and see the shortlist entries here.