Top Rated Restaurants & Cafes in Miami

Located in the Galleria International Mall in downtown Miami, this is a tiny counter service restaurant where you can pick up some authentic Indian fast food to go. Inexpensive platters include salad, rice, an entree, and vegetable side dishes. This restaurant prepares some of the best vegetarian dishes in Miami as well as stews, soups, and rice crepes. Located in a food court, the environment is definitely fast-paced and oriented towards take-out dining. However, the variety and quality of the food is impressive, given the low pricing.

Located on a side street, this small restaurant packs a great value and authentic ambiance. The owners and their family serve and cook. Portions are generous and prices are reasonable. From appetizers, to main courses to a small list of desserts, the place offers all you need to sample this exotic cuisine. Try the chicken on a skewer with peanut and soy sauce, or the Indonesian version of a spring roll, both very good. Ask for an order of shrimp crackers, crisp and satisfying. As a main course try the typical Balinese dishes and you won't be disappointed. Service is prompt and the place is clean and cozy. - Mercedes de Marchena

This downtown restaurant serves up simple Italian food in a beautiful, outdoor dining area. Mostly a breakfast and lunch spot, don't miss those exciting nights when they are open for dinner accompanied by live Latin music. Soya e Pomodoro offers up all your Italian favorites, such as Ravioli and Lasagne, as well as wines, beers and of course, classic Italian desserts such as Tiramisu.

Eternity Coffee Roasters is one of only a few coffeehouses in Miami that makes coffee by-the-cup. A majority of the beans Eternity uses are single origin from the most sought after coffee regions in the world, including Kenya, Colombia and Panama. They roast all their beans fresh on-site and then use the hipster favorite "pour-over" method to brew the coffee individually, cup by cup. The large coffee shop has plenty of comfortable seating and also serves some pretty tasty desserts and pastries to go along with your coffee.

Japanese cuisine is quite a global favorite, specifically the sushi dishes, are much appreciated all around the world. Okinawa located on the 2nd serves sushi that has become a hit with the patrons from its Downtown periphery. Offering delectable oriental preparations like pork gyoza, beef teriyaki, tuna rolls and Ikura Nigiri, to name a few, this charming Asian eatery is open for lunch and dinner all week. The prices are moderate and service is ninja quick! Drop in for a quick sushi fix.

Downtown Bistro offers an eclectic variety of French delicacies, designed to please the modern palate. Set in a cozy dimly-lit space, peppered with elegant furniture, exposed brick walls and an air of excitement, this is the perfect place to seek a delectable meal with friends and family. Featuring a enticing selection of flavorful French dishes, there isn't much on the menu that won't tantalize your taste-buds. Well-crafted and plated to perfection, the food served at this fabulous restaurant is certain have you planning for your next meal here.