China Grill

404 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139-6600 305-534-2211

Description: SOUTH BEACH. This bustling Asian-fusion favorite is known for its satisfying, family-style portions of fantastic seafood and other Asian favorites. Celebrities, millionaires, and other jet setters often make a night of it here. The vivid decor features transcripts of Marco Polo's diaries on the floor, but there is usually too much people-watching going on to notice. Tantalizing menu options include seared rare tuna with spicy Japanese peppers or delicate rolled lobster pancakes. The side dishes are as excellent as the main dishes, especially the wasabi mashed potatoes. (Insider tip: Oprah recommends the crispy spinach.) Finish your evening with a bang by ordering the dessert sampler, which features a small portion of every dessert on the menu, from crème brûlée to flourless chocolate cake, served complete with a festive sparkler. Reservations required.
More Details

Francesco

325 Alcazar Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134 305-446-1600

Description: CORAL GABLES. Lima's award-winning restaurant now has an outpost in Miami, and it's every bit as good. Expect some wizardry from the kitchen because the chef-owner is Peruvian-Italian, and his native, seafood-based cuisine borrows heavily from Peru's Japanese population. Showcased are dishes like octopus stew with white-bean risotto, and red snapper with sea scallops and oyster sauce. Also tempting are tiraditos (a Peruvian version of sashimi), a selection of traditional ceviches, fresh seafood pastas and an unbeatable parihuela ­ a classic Peruvian bouillabaisse.
More Details

Hiro's Yakko San

17040 W Dixie Hwy, North Miami Beach, FL 33160 305-947-0064

Description: NORTH MIAMI BEACH. Standout Japanese cuisine makes this kitchen a favorite with folks who appreciate some of Japan's lesser-known delicasies, from panko-crusted oysters to kim chee hot pots to chrysanthemum tempura. Order several of their small plates (with sake, of course) and ask local diners to recommend their favorites. The late (or is it early?) closing time makes this Dixie Highway dive a fav of night owls on the quest for inventive eats.
More Details

Matsuri

5759 Bird Rd, Miami, FL 33155-5301 305-663-1615

Description: SOUTH MIAMI. This secret treasure is a favorite with an impressive number of Miami's Japanese-Americans, thanks in large part to its irresistible sushi and tempura dishes. Regulars swear that no other restaurant in West Dade serves up such a delicious variety of sushi, including everything from Toro rolls to fresh sashimi. Best of all, the atmosphere is casual yet composed, happily lacking the flash and flair of some of its Miami cousins. Arrive early on weekends and expect to stand for a bit. Don't fret, though, as you'll soon discover what so many locals have tried to keep to themselves ­ Matsuri is well worth any wait.
More Details

Nobu Miami Beach

1901 Collins Ave, Shore Club, Miami Beach, FL 33139 305-695-3232

Description: SOUTH BEACH. The key to dining at Nobu the first couple of times is to ask lots of questions. Servers are happy to guide you through the menu and help you navigate the sushi experience. Tempura, teriyaki and salads frequently entice diners, or you can give yourself over to the chef's acumen with the omakase, a meal of eight carefully composed dishes that allows you to sample a variety of flavors and textures. Worth noting: The sleek, contemporary outpost is also a celebrity haunt.
More Details

Shibui

7101 SW 102 Ave, Miami, FL 33173 305-274-5578

Description: SUNSET. Bucking expectation, suburban Kendall is home to some of Miami's best sushi. Over the years, Shibui has earned a faithful following with its carefully prepared Japanese fare, which includes teriyaki chicken, tempura vegetables and impeccable sushi. The extensive menu marries these classics with specialties like the Caliente roll, made with tempura mahi mahi and dressed with a zingy sauce. Head to the second floor for traditional Japanese seating on cozy floor pillows.
More Details

Su Shin

10501 N Kendall Dr, Kendall, FL 33176-1591 305-271-3235

Description: KENDALL. An elegant Japanese option with a diverse menu of Nipponese favorites, this is one of Kendall's most popular restaurants for business meals or special evenings out. At lunchtime, sushi is the top choice, and you'll find a broad range of nigiri and traditional rolls with your choice of fillings, both cooked and raw. Guests who don't want sushi have many other possibilities to choose from, and hearty ribs, steaks, seafood and vegetarian dishes are served in plentiful portions. The decor is clean and sparse, offering a sophisticated backdrop from which to enjoy the authentic cuisine.
More Details

Sushi Rock Cafe

1351 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139 305-532-2133

Description: SOUTH BEACH. Rock 'n' roll themed decor and a desirable sushi selection attract the young and hip to this dynamic joint.
More Details

Sushi Samba dromo

600 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139 305-673-5337

Description: SOUTH BEACH. Cool, color-drenched SushiSamba dromo has shed its NYC roots and made the transition to sunny South Beach quite well. A hit with the stylish set, the undeniably chic eatery gets a rhythmic kick with high-energy Brazilian tunes. The food is a seductive mix of Peruvian, Japanese and Brazilian dishes: sushi, churrasco, seviches, tiraditos and anticuchos. A successful fusion is evident in creations like the Green Envy Roll, which joins a wasabi pea crust with tuna, salmon, asparagus and aji amarillo-key lime mayo. Wash it all down with a well-made caipirinha. Or perhaps some sake.
More Details

Toni's Sushi Bar

1208 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139 305-673-9368

Description: SOUTH BEACH. The elder statesman of SoBe sushi joints, Toni's has managed to stay hip, young, and trendy despite myriad competitors that have sprung up over the years. Indeed, locals and knowing tourists applaud the laid-back atmosphere and quintessential neon lighting they find here ­ of course, the splendid rolls probably win their share of loyal customers as well. From salmon carpaccio, California rolls, and Miami Heat rolls (tuna with scallions and sesame oil) to seaweed salad, sashimi, and Beach rolls (baked eel, salmon, avocado, and spicy mayo), everything is top-notch. On weekends, Toni's tends to be at its busiest, so expect to wait a bit for a table if you don't arrive early.
More Details