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Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami, Miami, FL

Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami

4.6
4.6
5853 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Since Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink first opened in the Miami Design District in spring of 2007, diners have come to embrace and crave its refreshing combination of laid-back atmosphere and seriously good food, a neighborhood bistro that is the ultimate showcase for the type of cuisine that chef/owner Michael Schwartz does best – homemade, unpretentious, delectable, with an emphasis on great local ingredients. Bon Appétit Magazine wrote in 2022 "Michael's Genuine is refreshingly approachable yet upscale, offering guests a true neighborhood gem where you can sit back, relax, and enjoy simple, consistently delicious dishes." In 2022, the first Florida MICHELIN Guide honored the restaurant with a Bib Gourmand awards.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 78 times today
Experiences are available.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Global, International

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (305) 676-0894

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Michael Schwartz, CDC Dillion Wolff

  • Catering

    For private events, please contact Events Manager Tiffany Smith at tiffany@thegenuinehospitalitygroup.com

  • Private party facilities

    Since the restaurant opened in 2007, diners have come to embrace and crave its refreshing combination of laid-back atmosphere and seriously good food, a neighborhood bistro that is the ultimate showcase for the type of cuisine that chef/owner Michael Schwartz does best – homemade.

  • Private party contact

    Kimberly Ocampo: (305) 599-9906

  • Neighborhood

    Design District

  • Cross street

    N.E. 1st Avenue & N.E. 2nd Avenue

  • Parking details

    Street Parking and Valet Parking available.

  • Public transit

    Miami Dade Transit Bus Lines # 2, # 3,# 9, # 10, # 36, # 93, # 202, # 236. <br /><br />For detailed route information go to: http://www.miamidade.gov/transit/library/tm_for_web.pdf

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Chef's Family Style Menu

    $125.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Chef Bradley Herron and team offer this exclusive interactive experience featuring MGFD classic dishes in a family style menu format with a few surprises thrown in. Menu may include Vito's Stracciatella, Crispy Duck Confit, Wood Roasted Octopus, Black Truffle Pizza, 24oz Dry Aged Grass Fed Ribeye, Whole Roasted Local Snapper and is subject to change. This experience is offered for the entire table only and for parties of 8 guests and more. Sommelier Ray Sholes offers an expertly curated wine pairing kicking off with a glass of bubbles for an additional $75 per person.

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Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Miami - Dade

    Contemporary American

  • Miami - Dade

    Most Booked

  • Downtown Areas

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  1. NancyA

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Food tries to hard to be fancy and it's not good. Service was awful - $40 for a glass of Chardonnay - ridiculous!
  2. IrenaT

    Miami

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food, great service and super friendly staff ♥️ our favorite brunch spot
  3. kj1234

    West Palm Beach

    110 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    110 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Ok not great remember Michael Swartz Restaurant at Raleigh Hotel off the chart Excellant this one food B minus
  4. gitus

    Miami

    36 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    36 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    raw and burnt vegetables
  5. SteveG

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall2food3service2ambience4
    I was truly disappointed in my experience at Michael's Genuine We ordered the short ribs-- what arrived was embarrassing For $42 -- from the entree section -- turned out to be a small plate with just 3 little pieces of meat-- The presentation was terrible-- I had been to Michaels several times years ago-- I used to love it-- I won't be back
  6. AnthonyA

    Fort Lauderdale

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Angela was great. The food was perfect and I love the new look.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, food was wonderful. Our server ( I wish I could remember her name ) Was great.
  8. Mresto

    Montreal

    38 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    The vibe and service was great however the food was subpar. I wouldn’t recommend. It seems like it’s gone a little downhill since last year when it won a Michelin star.
  9. JorgeL

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    We went to Michael’s to celebrate my wife’s birthday, as it has always been one of our favorite restaurants. Unfortunately the experience was mediocre. We had early (6:30 pm) reservations. We ordered the whole snapper and the short rib, and they were out of both! At 6:30!! I believe their staff should be immediately informed of what is not on the menu and should inform guests immediately. We were comped one dessert, after we had already ordered two and wound up with three desserts. I doubt we will be going back any time soon. Additionally, my son ordered the NY strip steak ($72.00) ordered it medium rare and it came out well done. We returned it and it came out at the correct temperature the second time but by then everyone else at the table was done eating! Ruined the whole experience.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall2food4service4ambience1
    Loud noise level inside, hard to talk and listen at the table
  11. Tiffin

    London

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    Very slow service food ok not special ordinary. Not worth going many better place than this
  12. YolandaG

    Miami

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Michael’s always delivers in the food, ambiance and service departments.
  13. Private

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience2
    I have not eaten in the restaurant in quite awhile. I had recommended to a friend that we have lunch while out on a shopping day and the entire experience was a huge disappointment.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Excellent service - hostess and servers Good food but : Ran out of Porterhouse at only 7:15 Tiny side portion
  15. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was great and our waitress was super nice and really professional! Would definitely recommend Michael’s to anyone looking for an upscale yet laid back dining experience.

    Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded on March 16, 2023Thank you for your kind review! We're thrilled that you enjoyed your dining experience with us and we hope to see you again soon.

  16. RahilB

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Phenomenal! Service was amazing (thanks, Mike!), and my first time guests raved about the stone crab claws, short ribs, and more. The crust on that chocolate tart…
  17. ValB

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Really wonderful experience. The food is delicious and I really love the freshness of the ingredients used in the dishes!
  18. GeorgeR

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service, wonderful ambience food was impeccable.
  19. Dame

    Miami

    5 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience4
    Food were not only bad but the plates looked dirty and sloppy. It was a total disappointment. We ordered falafel which were practically burned served with a few beets and some dressing looked really unappealing. Hamburger was dry no taste fries were cold and in a minimum amount Two Salads niçoise the tuna looked dirty and the vegetables around it were uneven one plate had a lot of green beans the other practically none one plate had dressing on tuna the other just few dripping It was so bad we left almost everything. And did not want to try dessers. The only pleasant experience with this disastrous meals was the staff !
  20. MichaelW

    New England

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have dined here many times during Miami visits. Even though the Design District has changed for the worst, Michaels continues to be great.
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great and consistently good! Great service too.
  22. ChrisS

    London

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    Limited fish menu as a main course considering its reputation. Oysters were tiny - is there a minimum size regulation in Florida?
  23. hedy

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall3food1service4ambience4
    Quality of food was mediocre at best. Some dishes had basic problems, e.g. overcooked shrimp (hard and chewy), overcooked and mushy pasta, cold lamb (was supposed to be a hot dish).
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Montreal

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My Birthday
  25. RandiW

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The restaurant looks great and there is so much more seating. The food was great, as always!
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    71 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    71 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My first time at Michael’s, great place for lunch. Our server, Dan, was excellent. The pastrami reuben was one of the best I’ve had. A bit noisy when we were there but otherwise, really enjoyed our meal. Will definitely go back again.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amanda was our server and as always was terrific, we so love the menu and chefs are very consistent on quality and exceptions flavors thank you
  28. MicheleG

    Chicago

    24 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    Portions small and expensive Not good value Drin washreat Should not add a special fee on bill for mo teason just for ppl to complain and have it removed
  29. Dcla

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 1, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience4
    It used to be one of my favorite restaurants. Took a friend from out of town. Complete disappointment with everything, particularly the service.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience2
    Rather noisy.
  31. MichaelD

    New York Area

    71 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    71 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place. Wonderful outdoor setting. They bring up extra sun shade quickly if needed. Oysters top notch but just a reminder that you can’t get the famous burger on Sunday! Drats
  32. MicheleV

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall3food5service1ambience2
    I had a reservationat at 9 pm. Since i was late, i call to advise about delay but i was told by the authomatic voice that for 15 minutes they’d keep the table for me. I arrived at 9.11 and they told me that after 10 minutes the table’d be reassigned. I waited 40 minutes to get a table.
  33. BobK

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delightful experience with excellent food and service.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    The noise level was off the charts. My fish was inedible, dry and salty. My husband’s dinner was also dry and had no taste at all. When the entrees arrived the starter and salad plates had not been removed. We had to pile the dishes up at the end of the table. I’ll never go back there. It’s a shame because before they did all the renovations it was so much better.
  35. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Extraordinary dining at its finest.
  36. MarioR

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Food is good, especially those wood oven cooked. A bit noisy, but acceptable.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall3food5service5ambience2
    I love this place for lunch.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Worst meal ever!
  39. MauriziaC

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were on vacation and made a reservation here. The food was exquisite and loved the experience despite the very loud noise
  40. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our server Jacob was amazing! He walked us through the menu and made some excellent recommendations. All dishes were great. The spicy lamb and eggplant was especially delicious. Overall an excellent dining experience.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

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Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami is rated 4.6 stars by 5853 OpenTable diners.

Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 78 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Options

  • Order online
Google Map for Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami

130 N.E. 40th Street, Miami, FL 33137

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    N.E. 1st Avenue & N.E. 2nd Avenue

  • Neighborhood

    Design District

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Global, International

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking and Valet Parking available.

  • Public transit

    Miami Dade Transit Bus Lines # 2, # 3,# 9, # 10, # 36, # 93, # 202, # 236. For detailed route information go to: http://www.miamidade.gov/transit/library/tm_for_web.pdf

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Michael Schwartz, CDC Dillion Wolff

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (305) 676-0894

  • Catering

    For private events, please contact Events Manager Tiffany Smith at tiffany@thegenuinehospitalitygroup.com

  • Private party facilities

    Since the restaurant opened in 2007, diners have come to embrace and crave its refreshing combination of laid-back atmosphere and seriously good food, a neighborhood bistro that is the ultimate showcase for the type of cuisine that chef/owner Michael Schwartz does best – homemade.

  • Private party contact

    Kimberly Ocampo: (305) 599-9906

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