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

4.6
4.6
6525 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
130 N.E. 40th Street, Miami, FL 33137

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 46 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
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 and 2023, the first Florida MICHELIN Guide honored the restaurant with a Bib Gourmand awards.

Please call for our corkage and cake policies and fees.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Global, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri, Sun 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Michael Schwartz, Exec Chef Brad Herron
  • Catering
    For private events, please contact Events Manager Paolo Bazzani at info@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.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Neighbourhood
    Design District
  • Cross Street
    NE 1st Ave & 40th Street
  • 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
  • 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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Offers

  • 🎵 Jazz Night 🎵

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 5:30 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.
    Enjoy live jazz Wednesday evenings 6-9pm

What 6,525 people are saying

Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

Loved For

  • Downtown Areas

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Michael's Genuine Food & Drink in Miami is a beloved dining spot known for its "fantastic service" and "amazing food." The ambiance is both inviting and "casually elegant," making it a favorite for locals and visitors alike. Diners rave about the "fresh ingredients" and the memorable "brunch experience."

6,525 Reviews
  1. Bonnie VIP

    Miami51 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always good -consistent quality and service. Great outdoors.

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  2. Elizabeth VIP

    Miami702 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Normally we always get 1st class treatment at this establishment they can be busy but always acknowledge their patrons (regulars)
    Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded 4 days ago
    Hello Elizabeth, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts about your recent visit to Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami. We're delighted to hear that you've always received first-class service and appreciate your loyalty. However, we're sorry to hear that your recent visit was a bit busy. We strive to make every visit a memorable one for our guests and we'll certainly take your feedback into account as we continue to manage our busy periods. We hope to welcome you back soon for a more relaxed and uninterrupted experience. Best regards, The Management Team

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  3. William

    Miami12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall a nice experience. The tuna carpaccio was excellent but the mussels were mediocre at best. What a picture of the pastrami sandwich to be was not what I expected.

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  4. carlos

    Los Angeles1 review

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Been going for years… service was great but the food has gone down a bit …Extremely overcooked fish entree , not up to past experiences for the cost
    Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Carlos. We're glad to hear that you've been with us for many years. We're sorry to hear that your recent experience with our food didn't meet your expectations. We take pride in our food and it's disappointing to know that it didn't hit the mark this time. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide a better experience. Please contact Jinou at jceant@michaelsgenuine to discuss your experience further.

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  5. PAUL

    Tampa3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    We have been visiting Michael's when in Miami for the past 10years and this is by far the worst visit we have ever had. Service was good, food took over an hour to come out, steak was tough, burgers were average and not worth the $30 they charge. I don't think Anthony Bourdain would have recommended this visit.
    Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - MiamiResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Paul, We're truly sorry to hear about your recent experience at Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami. We always aim to deliver a great experience, and we regret that we missed the mark this time. Your feedback on the food and service is valuable to us, and we assure you that we will take your comments into consideration as we continuously strive to improve our offerings. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future.We'd love to learn more about your experience. Please contact Jeunevieve at jceant@michaelsgenuine Thank you for giving us the chance to make things right. Best regards, The Management Team

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  6. Katerina VIP

    Fort Lauderdale7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Michael's is always a fantastic place to eat. Ambiance is great, service on point and food is always fantastic. We ordered the burrata as an appetizer, a side salad, the hog fish and the Grouper and they were all delicious! You will never be dissapointed at Michael's!

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  7. Michael VIP

    Miami44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Michael’s Genuine is one of my favorite all time restaurants. I am never disappointed. The food and staff are extraordinary.

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  8. Ken

    Miami2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great happy hour choices Great food on menu Great vibe

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  9. Raymond

    Fort Lauderdale26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You cannot beat this restaurant for its food. drinks and service. It’s a frequent staple of our preferred restaurants.

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  10. George VIP

    Los Angeles18 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. Potato chips made fresh daily, crab claw fresh and sweet, heirloom tomato sweet and ripe. Every thing is made with loving care. Service is wonderful as well.

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Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami is rated 4.6 stars by 6525 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 46 times today
Google Map for Michael's Genuine Food & Drink - Miami

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

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Cross Street
    NE 1st Ave & 40th Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Design District
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri, Sun 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • 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, Exec Chef Brad Herron
  • 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
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    For private events, please contact Events Manager Paolo Bazzani at info@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.
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