The most magical time of the year is quickly approaching. Bringing wonder to the Magic City, Christmas and the holidays is a time to share meals and time with your loved ones. Here’s our pick for Christmas dinners around Miami, perfect for celebrating the holidays.
Christmas Dinner at MILA Miami
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This holiday season, enjoy a Christmas dinner and culinary journey at MILA on Dec. 24 and 25. Bringing a fusion of Mediterranean and Asian delicacies, including izakaya-style dishes meant for sharing, guests can enjoy an elevated and glamorous dining experience. Indulge in Wagyu skirt steak served with crispy sides like pickled cabbage and basil, which is perfect for the festive season. The unique culinary creations and vibrant atmosphere provide the ideal setting to celebrate the festive season with loved ones. Reservations are required ahead of time. 1636 Meridian Ave,. Miami Beach, Website
Jaya at The Setai
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Celebrate the holiday season at the elegant Jaya at The Setai Miami Beach. Serving special menus on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, Jaya’s delicious and decadent specials offer a varied collection of Asian-inspired dishes, seafood and a dessert station. On Dec. 24, guests can enjoy The Steai’s signature jazz brunch while dinner includes specials such as scallops and caviar, green pea soup, filet mignon, lobster and more. 2001 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, Website
Bellini at Mr. C Miami - Coconut Grove
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Serving dinner on Christmas Eve and Christmas, Bellini at Mr. C Miami Coconut Grove invites guests to luxurious holiday meals. With sweeping views of Biscayne Bay, diners can enjoy authentic Italian cuisine with seasonal ingredients. Indulge in a four-course seasonal menu that will take you on a culinary journey with timeless old-world Italian glamour. With menu items such as ricciola tartare, a decadent risotto al burro acido e battuta di gamberi, polenta soffice served with porcini mushroom and taleggio fondue, decadent gnocchi with duck and more, guests can enjoy an unforgettable dinner. 2988 McFarlane Road Miami, Website
Red Rooster Overtown
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Red Rooster Overtown is getting diners into the holiday season with its special pre-fix menu. Served family style, guests can select small dishes to share, such as Marcus’ cornbread, Bajan salt fish cakes and pumpkin fritters and a Ceasar salad. For main courses, delight in Cajun spiced smoked turkey breast, barbecue pulled smoked turkey legs, shrimp perlot, and more. 920 NW Second Ave., Miami, Website
Luca Osteria
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Embrace the holiday season with Luca Osteria’s Feast of the Seven Dishes. Featuring some of the restaurant’s coveted specialties, celebrate Christmas with tender short rib bolognese, creamy pasta al limone and delicious sweet desserts, including Anto’s tiramisu made with marsala, coffee, vanilla and mascarpone. Available for a minimum of two people, share the holiday meal with your loved ones and savor the joyous meal ideal for celebrating. 116 Giralda Ave., Coral Gables, Website
The Drexel at Esmé Miami Beach Hotel
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Celebrate your holiday season with rustic Mediterranean-inspired dishes at Esmé Miami Beach’s The Drexel. Guests can dine and indulge in organic wood-roasted chicken with green salad, mashed potatoes, haricot and warm fruit crumble pie. Serving a special prix-fixe menu on Christmas Eve and Christmas, guests can enjoy fresh and local ingredients in a relaxed space, perfect for making holiday memories. Reservations can be made online. 1436 Drexel Ave., Miami Beach, Website
L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon
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Delight in a six-course tasting menu complete with tantalizing French dishes such as foie gras royale in a parmesan foam, royal kaluga caviar-adorned Norwegian King crab, foie gras ravioli with honeynut squash and venison. End your masterfully crafted holiday meal with pain d'épice chantilly apple tatin and cranberry sauce. 151 NE 41st St., Miami, Website
Pasión Miami
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Dine on enchanting holiday flavors at Pasión Miami, offering a special seasonal menu of fresh and flavorful dishes. Located in the heart of Calle Ocho, Pasión Miami is an extension of the Florida Education Institute Culinary Arts Program. Serving dishes such as a celery root entrée featuring duck confit and roasted vegetables, walnut salad, braised short ribs and tatin apple dessert, guests can enjoy an epicurean adventure perfect for the festive season. 5915 SW Eighth St., Miami, Website
ADRIFT Mare
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Celebrate the holiday season at David Myers’ latest concept, ADRIFT Mare, located at the Hotel AKA Brickell. Enjoy a Mediterranean-inspired Christmas dinner with a special three-course holiday menu. With dishes such as Parker rolls, lobster rolls, oysters, grilled King crab legs and sweet desserts like the caramel custard tart, ADRIFT Mare promises an indulgent feast for the upcoming holiday season. 1395 Brickell Ave., Miami, Website
Bourbon Steak
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Celebrate the holiday season with Miami’s renowned steakhouse, Bourbon Steak. Offering guests a three-source prix fixe menu, the restaurant is serving its premium cut meats along with indulgent sides to savor. From roasted chicken, jumbo shrimp, truffle mac and cheese, short ribs and more, dinner is festive and delicious, leaving no want or desire unmet. With reservations strongly encouraged, enjoy the holiday with this decadent meal. 19999 W Country Club Drive., Aventura, Website
Zaytinya
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Experience the holiday at José Andrés’ newest South Beach restaurant, Zaytinya. Taking guests on a delicious chef’s tasting experience, guests can enjoy a winter squash hommus complete with a flavorful blend of winter squash, tahini, za’atar and crispy pumpkin seeds. Guests can also choose from the bone-in-ribeye to lamb shoulder for their main course, each flavorful and satisfying for a festive and cheerful holiday. 1 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, Website
Mirabella
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Enjoy a culinary delight at Fontainebleau’s Mirabella. Serving a centuries-old Italian Christmas tradition, the new restaurant will hold its version of the Feast of Seven Fishes. Serving coastal Italian cuisine, guests can enjoy the prix-fixed menu with accompanying wine pairings offered on both Christmas Eve and Christmas. 4441 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, Website
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