Remember when Matt Dillon was eavesdropping on Cameron Diaz in the movie "There's Something About Mary"? They were at Red Fish Grill. And what a location! Whether dining outside under the Palms at the edge of Biscayne Bay or in the historic coral stone dining room, this restaurant is like nowhere else. It's a slice of Florida that disappeared long ago in most parts of Miami. But it's a lot more than atmosphere that brings in the locals and notables. The menu is dedicated to fresh local seafood, cooked with a gourmet twist, sometimes Caribbean... sometimes Asian. Best bets: Fennel Seared Yellowfin Tuna on Crispy Wonton, Crab Cakes with Tropical Melon Slaw, Red Snapper with Shaved Red Onion Fennel Salad, Herb Crusted Sea Bass with White Bean Ragout, homemade Key Lime Pie and Caramel Flan with Toasted Coconut. And a wine list that's reasonable and varied. Please visit our website for further details.
"We were in Miami for my sons graduation (go canes) and we found and booked this place on OT, what a find it was, the location is unbelievable, in fact, you'll wonder if you took a wrong turn somewhere along the way to this place. The food is outstanding, serveice is impecable,a the staff are very friendly. The bummer is it is wine and beer only and no bar... so stopping by for a drink, you'll be disapointed if they are busy."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"We were celebrating our 4 years wedding anniversary. I mentioned this on the reservation when I booked it online, thinking that we would receive some sort of surprise or special attention, but no luck. Overall the experience was great, we received the expected service, but not a thoughtful experience. I already recommended the restaurant to some friends, the sea bass and the red snapper plates were truly delicious."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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"We spent a celebration at Red Fish Grill. Generally, the setting is gorgeous, the staff were very nice, and the food was pretty good. The service was polite, but not as attentive as we would have liked. (Had to ask three times for a candle that would stay lit, water was not refilled unless requested, finding our server was a little hard when we were served a glass of spoiled wine...) Some of the food was fantastic, some was just pretty good. The pork chop was so-so. The sea bass was beautifully prepared and was good, and the other fish scored rave reviews by our guests. In all it was a nice evening, and I would go back again. But it definitely wasn't the level of gourmet food or service I had expected."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view, special occasion
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"It was our second time visiting this restaurant. A wonderful view right on the water. The food is excellent. I recommend the tuna. The calamari and crab cakes were great too! They have a great selection of wines and beer. Unfortunately, they do not serve liquor. A great spot for a special occasion as the ambiance is one of a kind in Miami. It truly is a hidden gem."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"Very nice location and grounds to walk around, but not so good for dining. The patio resembles a swimming pool setting with plastic chairs and little ambiance. The food was poor. Snapper was dried out (obviously previously frozen) with uninteresting cole slaw plopped on top - not at all appetizing, especially for the price! The side to the snapper was a pile of pre-made (processed, not house made) run of the mill plantain chips. All other dinners (party of 6) were very mediocre at best. If looking for food that lives up to the price advise to go somewhere that cares about the food and are not just getting by due to their special location."
Dined on 5/14/2013
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"I have recommended this restaurant to my friends because everytime I eat there, I always enjoy it. GREAT SERVICE"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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"The restaurant is amazing, if you want an overall great place to be, romantic, clean, with great atmosphere, views and service, this is the place to go. The food is outstanding in taste and presentation. It is a bit on the higher side of reasonable prices but they are completely worth it. Another plus for this place is that they have some great red wines and blends and you would be shocked with their wines compared to the food prices. You can have great red merlots and cabernet sauvignons ranging from 40-60$ per bottle which I found very reasonable. I would definitely recommend it to anyone on a romantic date or a special occation since the view and the outdoor dinning accompanied with great food are the main attractions of the RFG"
Dined on 04/25/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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"Overall very good food. The location is out of the way and the service was also good. Portions are okay. Priced on the higher side. If the weather permits the outdoor dining provides a nice view of the bay. Of course an even nicer view is outside in the parking lot towards the skyline."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view
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"Loved the Red Fish Grill for its location, on a beach with sea views, dining under the swaying palms. The menu was sparse, so, in one sense, it was easy to choose from, and the wine list was amazing. We will surely be back with guests."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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"went here with wife for wedding anniversary. Pan Fried Red Snapper, Grilled Black Angus Hanger Steak & Fried Calamari appetizer. I'm not a foodie, but I would say food was as expected for the price range of $30 a plate. Overall good even though nothing blow me away. wife said steak was somewhat more grease than would have been ideal. We are not wine drinkers. small beer selection worked for me. Wife wasn't happy that no cocktails were served. service was good, very polite and neutral. A smile or a little personality from the staff wouldn't have hurt. All that being said we came here for the ambiance. And that really makes the place stand out! The sunset, the breeze, the palms, just awesome when you are used to a view at parking lots in ATL!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"Being a seafood restaurant, I expected better seafood. My mahi-mahi was very dry...it must have been frozen for months! And the red snapper served to my dining companions was left too long under the heating light which dried it out, too. The shrimp bisque was hot and delicious. But the presentation was fine, and the salad with mission figs was very nice."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2008
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"This restaurant had now become one of our favorites. We dined outside and it was absolutely beautiful, romantic and the food was delicious. Definitely would recommend this restaurant."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2010
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"Awesome highly recommended, best part was no wait. .I said it no wait. . We showed up an hour early and was immediately seated. . I will be frequenting this restaurant and the food was great."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view
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"Perfect evening! Beautiful setting on the water, historical building, great food. Our server Carly was really sweet and very on top of everything. We all had the most perfectly prepared fish, very fresh and healthy. A must stop in the Miami area. It is casual and elegant at the same time."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2004
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view
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"We had such a great time at Red Fish, the Tuna Tartar wasn't the best but the Sea Bass dish was right on target! The view was amazing and the weather was perfect for the outside dining experience. The waiter was responsive, however he could have been a bit more friendly. They didn't have high chairs so my 1yr old ended up just sitting in a chair between the two of us, however, it worked out fine for us. I would love to go again, maybe on a date with just my husband to check out the ambiance at night."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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"The Red Fish Grill had been written up as one of Miami's best restaurants. My wife and I had a late dinner and found the experience to be truly excellent. We would like to return at sunset to enjoy the view of the bay. This is one of those restaurants that lives up to the hype! If you're in or going to South Florida, check it out! You will not be disappointed."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2009
Special Features: late-night find, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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"Fantastic place for the celebration of my wife and I anniversary. A bit out of the way which is exactly what we were looking for. My wife was pleasantly surprised. The food was outstanding and so was the service, the ambiance, the view. We will return."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"One of my "go to's" for either date night or when relatives are in town. In fact my fiancé and I just decided that we are going to use it for our wedding venue!! Great views, great ambiance, fresh fish, feels like you're in the keys without the drive."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"This restaurant is great for outside dining until the end of May. After that, the temperatures and bugs will make it challenging to eat outside. That being said, we had a table for 2 facing the water. Out server was very attentive had some good suggestions regarding the wine list and took a great picture of us as the sun was setting. We have been here a number of times and can always be guaranteed a great but limited menus, comprised of fresh fish and tasty appetizers and sides. Of note: the snapper and Calamari are awesome."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view
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"This was my first visit to Red Fish and my party and I enjoyed every part of the experience. We will tell our friends about Red Fish and we will be back."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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"Good service. Nice location and outdoor eating was great. The food was good but nothing spectacular. Portions were of good size and not overwhelmingly big. They did take a long time to bring the dinner even though the place wasn't that full on a week night."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2008
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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"Beautiful outdoor setting, very good food. I have been coming here for years, and it is a place I like to bring out of town visitors. It always reminds me of why I live in south Florida! Make a reservation about half an hour before sunset, and enjoy the show of the sunset."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2005
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view
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"Took my wide here for our 9th anniversary. Place was nice and romantic. The only reason for 4 star review on food was because it was somewhat low on salt and gave 4 stats on ambience because of the plastic seats. Otherwise, place would have been great. $160 appetizer p, main course, wine, and dessert. and 4"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic
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"It was our first time visiting Red Fish and we were disappointed. While making our reservation we did request a table outside however it wasn't available. At first I was a little upset, however that was short lived. Our waiter was great and food seemed to flow very well in a timely manner. Very fresh fish and very well prepared."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"Wonderful service from the beginning to end. Food for all five of us was delicious and presented well. Our water glasses were never empty, especially nice for those of us who only had water! I am looking forward to a return visit either with guests or just my husband."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, scenic view
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"I took my boyfriend there to celebrate his birthday and from the moment we walked in everyone was so attentive and wished him a happy birthday. I'd noted it was his birthday when I made the reservation online and asked for a romantic spot as well as stated his favorite dessert is key lime pie. After dinner our server snuck up to the table with a slice of key lime pie with a candle. I was very impressed they paid attention to everything I'd written in the reservation."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"My wife and I spent a lovely dinner at the restaurant and we were enchanted with the place. The location, the food, the service was the best I ever had so far. I strongly recommend the restaurant for any special event."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"Had the calamari app and the mahi mahi. Both were very good. The staff is very professional and know the food. Go with their reccomendations. Perfect place for a nice anniversary dinner. Time your reservation to the sunset and choose an outside table. Can't go wrong with red fish."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"I took my wife here for her birthday and we were very pleased with Red Fish Grill. The location is perfect for a romantic evening or a group dinner. The wine list is great the appetizers are fabulous and the entrees superb. Of note, thechef'sdo not put a lot if spices on the fish when grilled, sip therefore if you are expecting a blackened Mahi Mahi filet iris not served. This bing said the natural flavor of the entree selection is superb. My wife and I will be returning again to Red Fish Grill!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"I am visiting from Canada, and what a wonderful experience thus far, thanks to Red Fish Grill! I appreciated not only the fine dining experience and breathtaking ambience, but the care the staff took to ensure that we enjoyed our time there."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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"Well I was looking forward to dined outside and to enjoy the sunset, unfortunally work hold me up and I ended up going later at the same time it was cold and we diceded to stay inside. I will go back!!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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"This is a great pick for seafood only. The red snapper and sea bass were excellent. The menu is very limited. The steaks were tough and poorly prepared, and the sauce was glorified ketchup. Our waitress was very young and inexperienced but tried hard. The plastic lawn chairs in the dining room are a mismatch with the pricetag for this meal. The location is spectacular, and the desserts were tasty."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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