Occupying the Raleigh Hotel's upper lobby and its iconic baroque pool deck, Restaurant Michael Schwartz offers diners a menu inspired by the rich history and singular charm of Miami Beach’s most iconic hotel property. Complete with the James Beard Award-winning chef’s hallmark seasonal ingredient-inspired Snacks, Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large and Sides, as well as renowned pastry chef Hedy Goldsmith's desserts, the restaurant will serve breakfast and lunch, a market fresh raw bar, and dinner daily, as well as poolside and bar service, boxed beach lunches, and a selection of items for in-room dining.

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Overall

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

(19 Reviews)

Rating Breakdown 19 reviews

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3 stars

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Food

(Very Good) 3.9 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

great for outdoor dining(14)
fit for foodies(9)
special occasion(8)

romantic(7)
great for brunch(6)
neighborhood gem(6)

Restaurant Michael Schwartz Reviews List

Review 1 for Restaurant Michael Schwartz

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great find

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Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Had Mother's Day brunch here and it was absolutely delicious. Each mom was given a pink rose and a complimentary glass of champagne. All of the items we ordered off the menu were amazing. Especially the peaches & cream filled doughnts. Would definitely return."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

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Review 2 for Restaurant Michael Schwartz

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fabulous Dinner in South Beach

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/03/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"The food was excellent. The server explained everything to us and his information helped us with our choices. We can highly recommend this restaurant and will return again when we are in the area."

Dined on 5/03/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion

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Review 3 for Restaurant Michael Schwartz

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Gorgeous setting, delightful food

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Dined on 5/07/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"The Raleigh Hotel is an art deco masterpiece, with a pool and surrounding back area, festooned with scores of white orchids, to match. Most restaurant tables are outside, looking over the pool, eastward toward the beach, and the food's quality fits the delightful surroundings. The dishes we had were creative, made from fresh ingredients, and nearly perfectly prepared. Swordfish served over red lentil couscous, for example, is easily and nearly always cooked until it becomes dry. This was moist throughout. A key lime bread pudding was inventive, tasty, and surprisingly light. It's gratifying to see that Michael Schwartz's new venture is up to the standard of his original in the Design District, but in a more romantic and relaxed environment."

Dined on 5/07/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, special occasion

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Review 4 for Restaurant Michael Schwartz

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Average Lunch Experience

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/03/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The service was a little slow, especially when they were not that busy. Beautiful outdoor space. Food was good, not something I would go back for soon."

Dined on 5/03/2013

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 5 for Restaurant Michael Schwartz

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

great restaurant experience

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 4/29/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Not and inexpensive place to dine but excellent quality food. Don't miss the mushrooms!!!!!!!!!!"

Dined on 4/29/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining

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Review 6 for Restaurant Michael Schwartz

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great addition to SOBE

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Dined on 04/25/2013

2012

Dined on 04/25/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"What a lovely experience this was - the perfect backdrop for a special day. I am a fan of Chef Schwartz and this is a great addition. Can't beat the ambiance! The service was attentive and sincere and refreshing. The only glitch was timing from kitchen - maybe a little faster turnaround with requests. But that pales to the experience, and will definitely go back. Food and cocktails were simply divine."

Dined on 04/25/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch

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Review 7 for Restaurant Michael Schwartz

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

May the Schwartz not be with you

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/27/2013

2004

Dined on 04/27/2013

2004

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I have been to several of Michael Schwartz's restaurants and, in my opinion, this chef is overrated and his food just doesn't live up to all that hype. Instead of wasting his precious time giving all those media interviews, maybe he could try to come up with some creative dishes. Deviled eggs ($7)? Come on! On a positive note, my server was friendly and attentive -- even though he never brought my coffee. The venue -- the Raleigh Hotel -- is very nice (if you like views of the lobby or hotel pool)."

Dined on 04/27/2013

2004

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Review 8 for Restaurant Michael Schwartz

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

We arrived with a group of

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/27/2013

2003

Dined on 04/27/2013

2003

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We arrived with a group of 6 for lunch on Saturday..Three of us sat down as the others wanted to "check out the pool".. 30 minutes later, we has no drinks, then it took another 15 minutes for the others to receive their drinks,. We had to speak with manager. The outside porch was not busy, nor was the bar, that we could see from our seats. The food was great (as expected)! Just seemed a little disorganized.."

Dined on 04/27/2013

2003

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for lunch

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