By: Alexa Shabinsky and Cassie Scott By: Alexa Shabinsky and Cassie Scott | March 13, 2023 | Food & Drink Lifestyle Guides
Treat yourself this weekend and explore the delicious brunches Miami has to offer.
Miami native, Samantha Schnur, also known as, The Naughty Fork (@thenaughtyfork), is the food expert of Miami. As a social media sensation and food influencer, Schnur shares her favorite restaurants, insider order tips, drinks and more with her millions of Instagram followers daily. Not only does she know how to get the perfect food picture, she also knows the best restaurants for every occasion—from sweet to salty, healthy to indulgent, Schnur has the dining map of the city. So, of course, we are going back to our expert to learn her picks for Miami’s best brunches.
Prime Fish
100 Collins Ave., Miami Beach / @primeonetwelve / Website
According to Schnur, Prime Fish offers one of the best brunch plates in the game. The food and drinks are inviting, from bottomless mimosas, bellinis and bloody Marys, guests have the full brunch experience. The diverse menu offers something for everyone with its buffet brunch.
MILA
1636 Meridian Ave., Miami Beach / @milagroupmiami / Website
MILA’s beautiful rooftop and Mediterranean and Asian-inspired menu offer a decadent brunch on Sundays featuring dancers, good vibes and of course, a fun time. The Sunday brunch is a two-hour multi-course buffet experience that includes a sweet and savory assortment of appetizers, egg dishes, robata, a signature entrée and dessert. Not only is everything picture-perfect, but the dishes also taste absolutely amazing!
Yardbird Southern Table and Bar
1600 Lenox Ave., Miami Beach / @yardbirdrestaurants / Website
Schnur coins Yardbird as the best hangover cure. The menu features many southern classics to fuel your body and soul like the crispy chicken biscuit, five-cheese mac and cheese, skillet cornbread and so much more. If you’re looking for a meal on the lighter side, the menu also offers delicious and fresh hand-pressed juices and quinoa egg white omelets.
Zuma
270 Biscayne Blvd Way, Brickell / @zumamiami / Website
Watching beautiful boats pass through Biscayne Bay while enjoying some of the best Asian dishes in Miami seems like the perfect weekend plan. Zuma’s prix-fixe brunch menu includes an extensive selection of hot and cold appetizers, an entrée and a delicious dessert platter with bottomless champagne, wine and beer. Schnur’s favorite Aperol Spritz in Miami is from Zuma, which is also a must-order!
CHICA
5556 NE 4th Ct., Miami / @chicarestaurants / Website
Another Sunday Funday-centric brunch spot, CHICA brings you the music, the dancing, the drinks and food! Schnur’s insider tip is to order mouth-watering dishes such as the rum caramel sticky buns topped with pistachio cream cheese frosting, classic Cubano sandwich and guava cornflake french toast. CHICA celebrates delicious Latin cuisine and culture with every bite.
American Social
690 SW 1st Ct., Brickell / @americansocial / Website
With the best views of the Miami River, this Brickell brunch hot spot is a weekend go-to. Whether you want to watch a big sports game on the TV or enjoy bottomless mimosas, American Social is the place to go. The menu features classic brunch items such as chicken and waffles—but with a twist—made with Fruity Pebbles waffles or the delicious Cinnamon French Toast Crunch.
R House Drag Brunch
2727 NW 2nd Ave., Wynwood / @rhousewynwood / Website
Brunch meets entertainment at R House! Schnur’s insider tip is that if you’re trying to have a Sunday Funday, this is exactly where you need to be. The Drag Brunches happen between 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., so make sure to snag a reservation. R House offers different packages to guests, starting at $56/person, which includes the amazing drag show, bottomless drinks and a family-style brunch meal.
La Mar
500 Brickell Key Dr., Miami/ @lamarmiami / Website
Offering Peruvian-inspired cuisine, La Mar by Gaston Acurio is a must-try brunch destination. Featuring two-hour brunch cocktails and a tasty seafood and grill station, Lar Mar offers guests a range of menus from upscale novo-Andean fare to Asian-Peruvian fusion and traditional seafood ceviche. Guests can spend their weekend at La Mar alongside stunning views of Biscayne Bay and Brickell Skyline with a drink in hand.
Klaw
1737 North Bayshore Dr., Miami/ @klawrestaurant / Website
Crafting a truly unforgettable experience, guests can enjoy brunch at Klaw on the rustic meets luxury-styled rooftop overlooking the tropical wonderland of Biscayne Bay. Klaw serves the ultimate surf and turf dishes, each paired with unique flavors. Klaw’s brunch menu features brunch bottle packages and sparkling cocktails paired perfectly with dressed oysters or king crab scramble.
Photography by: Photos courtesy of The Naughty Fork/Samantha Schnur