Summer Plates, South Florida Style: 10 Luxury Menus to Savor Before the Season Ends

From Michelin-Recognized Tasting Journeys to Rooftop Seafood and Riviera-Inspired Surprises, These Curated Summer Menus Across Miami and Fort Lauderdale Bring Seasonal Indulgence to the Forefront
Grilled Skewers and Sausages Served Al Fresco at Joia Beach
Grilled Skewers and Sausages Served Al Fresco at Joia BeachPhoto Courtesy of Joia Beach Restaurant & Beach Club

As temperatures rise, so does the creativity of South Florida’s culinary scene. This summer, top restaurants across Miami and Fort Lauderdale are launching exclusive menus that celebrate seasonality with sophistication. Whether it’s an intimate omakase or a Mediterranean prix-fixe with views, these limited-time offerings blend expert craftsmanship, premium ingredients, and atmospheric dining into one irresistible experience. Below, we’ve rounded up 10 standout menus that cater to the discerning palate, each with their own take on summer luxury.

1. Bulla Gastrobar & Pisco Y Nazca — A Summer of Spanish-Peruvian Harmony

Bulla Gastrobar & Pisco Y Nazca Summer Collab Dishes
Bulla Gastrobar & Pisco Y Nazca Summer Collab DishesPhoto Courtesy of Bulla Gastrobar & Pisco Y Nazca

Centurion Restaurant Group is bringing two of its standout concepts together for a flavorful seasonal collaboration. At all Bulla Gastrobar and Pisco Y Nazca locations, a shared summer menu fuses bright Peruvian flavors with bold Spanish influences.

  • Shared dishes include Tiradito Mediterraneo (corvina, artichoke confit, piquillo pepper leche de tigre) and Anticucho de Carne with grilled tenderloin and romesco.

  • Bulla’s additional highlights: Cream of Onion Soup, Cauliflower with béchamel and serrano, and Pear Fiocchi pasta with honey-blue cheese sauce.

  • Pisco Y Nazca adds its own flair with Parihuela de Mariscos seafood soup, braised lamb with ricotta ravioli, and Quinoa Acevichada with ahi tuna.

Signature cocktails complete the pairing: Bulla’s Summer Minty Martini and Pisco’s Summertime Blush made with tequila, Aperol, and coconut cream.

2. LPM Restaurant & Bar — Les Precious Moments

LPM Miami Bar
LPM Miami BarPhoto Courtesy of LPM Restaurant & Bar

LPM Miami offers a sensory escape to the French Riviera with its whimsical “Les Precious Moments” menu. Priced at $90++ per person, the experience runs through September 30 and adds a playful twist: each guest receives a wax-sealed envelope with a surprise—ranging from complimentary cocktails to a $1,500 flight credit.

Dishes span Tuna Carpaccio with Hazelnut, Sea Bream with Lemongrass Cream, and the Escargots de Bourgogne, while dessert comes in the form of LPM’s Gateau au Fromage Frais. Pair it with the Pêché Mignon spritz cocktail for a light, celebratory finish.

3. CLAUDIE — Chic Summer Prix Fixe

CLAUDIE Interior Dining
CLAUDIE Interior Dining Photo Courtesy of CLAUDIE

Available Sunday through Thursday through July 31, CLAUDIE’s $85 prix fixe menu embraces refinement with a focus on fresh, seasonal fare.

Expect delicate Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho, creamy Escargots, Branzino Carpaccio, Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli, and the indulgent Truffle Toupie Macaroni—each dish showcasing CLAUDIE’s signature Parisian sophistication.

4. Rosa Sky — Rooftop Indulgence with a View

Rosa Sky Table Spread with Cocktails and Decor
Rosa Sky Table Spread with Cocktails and DecorPhoto Courtesy of Rosa Sky

Rosa Sky’s revamped summer menu combines panoramic skyline views with a globally inspired culinary lineup. Signature bites include:

  • Charred Broccoli Caesar with avocado caesar dressing

  • Duck Dumplings in tamarind soy

  • Roasted Local Snapper in kimchi broth

  • Passion Fruit S’mores Mousse with Maria cookie crumble

Pair these with new cocktails like Peach About It (Don Julio + peach liqueur) or Panda-Monium with mochi and guava. Happy Hour brings fun-sized Mini-Tinis and zero-proof refreshers, while the Sunday Soiree Brunch now includes expanded menu items.

5. Stubborn Seed — Summer Ingredients, Michelin Precision

Stubborn Seed Summer Mango Sago
Stubborn Seed Summer Mango SagoPhoto Courtesy of Stubborn Seed

At the heart of Miami’s culinary scene, Michelin-starred Stubborn Seed introduces a seasonal tasting menu that celebrates South Florida’s summer bounty through the lens of chef Jeremy Ford’s refined artistry.

Available Sunday through Thursday, the $95 six-course tasting draws from Ford’s own Ford’s Farm and embraces ingredients at their seasonal peak. Expect a delicate balance of playful presentation and razor-sharp technique, all rooted in Ford’s signature approach.

For a deeper dive into the chef’s creative process, opt for the elevated nine-course menu ($125), available Fridays and Saturdays. Either way, the experience is a masterclass in modern American dining—light, bright, and packed with layers of flavor.

6. Kaori — Michelin-Recognized Summer Tasting

Kaori Strip Loin
Kaori Strip LoinPhoto Credit: Antonella Re, Courtesy of Kaori

In Brickell, Kaori offers a $90 multi-course tasting menu that blends Pan-Asian tradition with South Florida ingredients. Crafted by Executive Chef Seth Fatah, the seasonal experience may include:

  • Japanese Milk Bread with shoyu–ume honey

  • Shiro Ponzu Crudo with raspberry gel and yuzu oil

  • Braised Short Rib Dumplings in Doubanjiang shoyu

Menus rotate frequently, ensuring each visit brings something new.

7. Joia Beach — Coastal Flavors Meet Waterfront Energy

Joia Beach Seafood Tower
Joia Beach Seafood TowerPhoto Courtesy of Joia Beach Restaurant & Beach Club

Joia Beach’s new summer menu brings a coastal touch to its open-air dining space. Highlights include:

  • Chilled Octopus Salad

  • Crispy Falafel with tahini

  • Seafood Fettuccine

  • Lemon Olive Oil Cake and Pistachio Ice Cream

8. Oku by Takato — Omakase Elevated in Fort Lauderdale

Takato Interior Bar and Seating
Takato Interior Bar and Seating Photo Courtesy of Takato

This summer, Takato relaunches its 10-seat omakase lounge, Oku by Takato, with a new $250 seasonal menu. Executive Chef Taka Lee delivers a high-touch experience featuring delicacies like:

  • Toro with Caviar

  • Ora King Salmon

  • A5 Wagyu

  • Lobster Bisque

With only one seating per night (Fridays and Saturdays at 8 PM), the immersive tasting showcases ingredients flown in from Japan and Korea, served at a sleek blue-toned private sushi bar.

9. Estiatorio Milos — Refined Mediterranean Prix Fixe

Milos' Fresh Raw Oysters
Milos' Fresh Raw OystersPhoto Courtesy of Estiatorio Milos

Estiatorio Milos’s Taste of Summer menu, priced at $75 through July 31, showcases pristine Mediterranean ingredients across three elegant courses.

Start with oysters or sashimi-grade octopus before choosing entrées like Dorade Royale, grilled lamb chops, or lobster pasta. For dessert, enjoy traditional Greek walnut cake or rich yogurt with thyme honey.

10. Sunness Supper Club — Fort Lauderdale’s Flavorful Escape

Sunness Supper Club Interior Dining
Sunness Supper Club Interior DiningPhoto Credit: Zack Perl

Sunness Supper Club offers a value-forward $49 summer prix-fixe, with rotating seasonal menus. Sample Pistachio-Crusted Goat Cheese, Blackened Red Snapper with mango salsa, or Filet Mignon with truffle potatoes.

Finish with Peach Upside Down Cake or Vanilla Panna Cotta, and toast to summer without splurging.

Savor the Season

From curated tasting menus to rooftop revelry and beachfront feasts, South Florida’s top restaurants are offering a summer of elevated dining that captures both place and palate. Whether you’re seeking a celebratory prix-fixe or an omakase worth traveling for, these ten seasonal offerings make a strong case for eating your way through the heat—luxuriously.

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