Carbone, Prime One Twelve and Casa Tua lead our 2026 list of Miami spots where celebrities are most often reported dining. It covers 10 restaurants and lounges in South Beach, Mid-Beach, Downtown, the Design District and along the Miami River, rebuilt from 2026 listings and guides.
The original 2016 list was dominated by venues that have since changed or can no longer be confirmed, so we replaced them. Our order is an editorial pick that weighs how consistently a place appears in current guides and how hard it is to book.
| Rank | Venue | Area | Style |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carbone | Miami Beach | Italian-American |
| 2 | Prime One Twelve | South Beach, 112 Ocean Drive | Steakhouse and seafood |
| 3 | Casa Tua | South Beach, 1700 James Avenue | Italian |
| 4 | Zuma | Downtown, 270 Biscayne Boulevard Way | Japanese izakaya |
| 5 | Joe’s Stone Crab | South Beach, 11 Washington Avenue | Seafood |
| 6 | Cecconi’s | Mid-Beach, 4385 Collins Avenue | Italian and breakfast |
| 7 | Seaspice | Miami River, 412 NW North River Drive | Seafood and contemporary |
| 8 | Mother Wolf | Design District, 3841 NE Second Avenue | Roman Italian |
| 9 | Delilah | Brickell Key, 301 Brickell Key Drive | Supper club |
| 10 | Swan | Design District | Mediterranean and Italian |
1. Carbone: Italian-American in Miami Beach
Carbone is the reservation people talk about in 2026. A September 2026 city guide called it Miami’s it Italian restaurant and reported sightings of Drake, Jimmy Butler and Saquon Barkley.
Expect a long wait for a table, and book as early as the restaurant allows.
2. Prime One Twelve: Steakhouse and seafood in South Beach
This boutique steakhouse is known for giant portions and cuts of meat, and a 2026 star-spotting guide still lists it for celebrity sightings.
It sits next to the Prime Hotel on Ocean Drive and is run by Myles Restaurant Group.
3. Casa Tua: Italian in South Beach
Casa Tua serves upscale Italian food in a Mediterranean villa hidden in the middle of South Beach. A 2026 guide still lists it among Miami’s top star-spotting restaurants.
The villa setting is what sets it apart from the glass-and-neon rooms nearby.
4. Zuma: Japanese izakaya in Downtown
Zuma is a Japanese izakaya on the Miami River with a terrace that looks over passing yachts, a robata grill and a list of more than 80 sakes. A 2026 star-spotting guide mentions celebrity sightings there.
Its downtown location suits visitors staying around Brickell and the arena district.
5. Joe’s Stone Crab: Seafood in South Beach
Joe’s has served stone crab claws in South Beach since 1913. It is a Miami institution that draws visitors, locals and the occasional famous guest.
Fresh claws are served from mid-October to early May, so plan around that.
6. Cecconi’s: Italian and breakfast in Mid-Beach
Cecconi’s serves Italian dishes in a courtyard with string lights and is listed in a 2026 guide as a see-and-be-seen spot.
Book ahead for brunch and weekend dinners.
7. Seaspice: Seafood and contemporary in Miami River
Seaspice is a brasserie and lounge on the Miami River, known for its casseroles, specialty cocktails and skyline views, with a lively scene at night.
Go in the evening for the nightclub energy.
8. Mother Wolf: Roman Italian in Design District
Chef Evan Funke’s tribute to Rome sits in the Design District, which draws fashion and art crowds.
It suits visitors combining shopping with dinner.
9. Delilah: Supper club in Brickell Key
Delilah is a modern supper club on Brickell Key, known for its $125 Millionaire Martini. It is open Tuesday to Saturday.
The dress code and the late-night music make it more of an evening out than a quick dinner.
10. Swan: Mediterranean and Italian in Design District
Swan is co-owned by Pharrell Williams and restaurateur David Grutman, and a guide lists Bella Hadid, Bad Bunny and Maluma among its guests.
Treat the guest names as reported sightings, since they come from one guide. The restaurant’s own website listed it as temporarily closed for renovations, so check before you go.
Where else do celebrities go in Miami?
Reservations at David Grutman’s restaurants, including Komodo and Papi Steak, are reported to be among the hardest to get in 2026, and Gekko, tied to Bad Bunny, gets similar mentions. Hours, menus and who owns what change often, so check each venue before you go.
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FAQ
Where do celebrities eat in Miami?
In 2026 guides, the names that come up most are Carbone, Prime One Twelve, Casa Tua, Zuma, Cecconi’s and Joe’s Stone Crab.
Which Miami restaurant is hardest to get into?
Carbone and David Grutman’s restaurants such as Komodo and Papi Steak are reported to be among the toughest reservations.
Which area of Miami has the most celebrity restaurants?
South Beach has the most, including Prime One Twelve, Casa Tua and Joe’s Stone Crab. The Design District is the other cluster.
Why did this list change from the original?
Several venues from the 2016 list, including The District, Petit Miami, Better Days and Perfecto Gastropub, could not be confirmed as operating in 2026, so we removed them.
Can you really see celebrities at these restaurants?
Sightings are reported by guides and local media but are never guaranteed. Most of these places also welcome regular diners.
Do you need a reservation?
Yes for most of them. Plan ahead for Carbone, Prime One Twelve and Casa Tua.
How we put this list together
We checked each venue against 2026 star-spotting guides and restaurant listings, and kept only places that appear in current coverage. Celebrity names are reported sightings, not confirmed regulars.
Last updated: October 2026.
