Miami restaurants opening and closing in February 2024

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February 2024 has been a bustling month for Miami’s culinary landscape, with an array of new establishments opening their doors and a few saying their goodbyes. Here’s a detailed list-wise breakdown of the openings and closings, alongside what’s on the horizon for the Magic City’s gastronomy scene.

New Openings:

  1. Avenue 31 Café – Bal Harbour Shops, offering a chic dining experience.
  2. Benihana RA Sushi – A new sushi spot in downtown Miami.
  3. Café Bastille – Bringing a touch of Paris to Miami Beach.
  4. Cuento Sandwiches – A new sandwich haven in Doral.
  5. Gold Coast Kitchen + Cocktails – A fresh culinary concept in Miami.
  6. Hampton Social – Brickell’s new spot for socializing over frosé.
  7. La Màrtola – A unique taste of Latin America in Miami.
  8. Lucky Cat by Gordon Ramsay – A high-profile opening in Miami Beach.
  9. Maman – A cozy bakery and café from New York now in Wynwood.
  10. Mangrove – A new dining experience in downtown Miami.
  11. Mastro’s Ocean Club – Upscale dining in the heart of Miami.
  12. Pollo Campero – The latest location for chicken lovers in Miami.
  13. QP Tapas – A new tapas spot in Coconut Grove.
  14. RedFarm – Chinese cuisine makes its way to Coconut Grove from New York.
  15. Red Phone Booth – A new speakeasy concept in Brickell.
  16. Salty Flame – Offering unique flavors in Brickell.
  17. Taquerias El Mexicano – A fresh Mexican eatery in Miami.
  18. Val+Tino – A new Italian cuisine spot in Fort Lauderdale.

Recent Closures:

  1. Paradis Books & Bread – North Miami’s combined bakery, café, and wine shop has closed.
  2. Wynwood Brewing Company – Wynwood’s pioneering craft beer brewery has closed its taproom, though its beers continue to be available.

Coming Soon:

  1. Big Chicken – Shaquille O’Neal’s fast-casual chicken restaurant.
  2. Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer – Set to open in Brickell City Centre.
  3. BurgerFi and Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza – A dual concept coming to Miami Worldcenter.
  4. Carl’s Jr. – Marking its East Coast debut in Doral.
  5. Call Me Gaby – Expanding to Aventura Mall.
  6. Earl’s Kitchen & Bar – Arriving at Miami Worldcenter.
  7. Felice – A new location in Brickell following its success in West Palm Beach.
  8. Itamae Ao – Reopening as an omakase restaurant.
  9. Jarana – A Peruvian restaurant and Pisco bar.
  10. Juvia – A Miami staple with rooftop views coming to Miami Worldcenter.
  11. KYU – Set to open in Wynwood.
  12. Mai-Kai – The beloved Polynesian-themed bar and restaurant is set to reopen.
  13. Marina Village Vendors – Opening in Fort Lauderdale in the former Bahia Mar location.
  14. Maple & Ash – Chicago steakhouse opening at Miami Worldcenter.
  15. Miami Dumpling Shop – A new contactless dumpling shop.
  16. No Man’s Land – A Fort Lauderdale bar and restaurant opening a Miami location.
  17. Pamplemousse – A waterfront restaurant opening in Southgate Towers.
  18. Pasta – A new Peruvian restaurant with Italian influences.
  19. Piegari – An Argentine celebrity hotspot opening in Wynwood.
  20. Pubbelly Sushi – Expanding with new locations.
  21. Serafina – NYC-based Italian restaurant coming to Miami Worldcenter.
  22. Serendipity3 – The Miami Beach hot spot is making a comeback.
  23. Shiso – A new restaurant partnership in Wynwood.
  24. Sixty Vines – Bringing vineyard-inspired dining to Miami Worldcenter.
  25. Shoma Bazaar Hialeah – A Doral food hall opening a second location.
  26. Sra. Martinez – The return of Michelle Bernstein’s beloved restaurant.
  27. Stalk & Spade – A new plant-based, fast-casual restaurant.
  28. Sushi by Boū – An NYC-based omakase restaurant setting up in Arlo Wynwood.
  29. Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café – Opening a new location in Miami Worldcenter.
  30. Sweetwaters – A new establishment from the owners of Rusty Pelican.
  31. Thomas Keller – Opening an unnamed restaurant in Palm Beach.
  32. Twin Peaks – A new sports bar opening in Doral.
  33. Torno Subito – Massimo Bottura’s new restaurant atop Julia & Henry’s.
  34. Whole Foods Market – Planning new locations in Edgewater and Sunset Harbour.
  35. Yann Couvreur – The French chef’s bakery and bistro coming to Wynwood.
  36. Zuri – A Mediterranean restaurant with a Moroccan flair set to open in Wynwood.

As Miami’s culinary scene continues to evolve, these openings and closings mark the constant change and excitement surrounding the city’s gastronomy. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, there’s always something new and exciting to discover in Miami’s ever-expanding culinary landscape.