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Top Miami Beach Restaurants

By , About.com Guide

Miami Beach is home to some of the world's most exciting restaurants. Celebrity chefs, international specialties and beautiful views are the hallmark of our dining scene. Join us as we take a look at the "best of the best" in Miami Beach cuisine.

1. Joe's Stone Crab

Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau
Joe's Stone Crab banks upon its reputation as a Miami landmark and an outstanding knack for preparing stone crabs to make it a success. They rely upon this so heavily, however, that they're not afraid to irritate customers with excessively long wait times, no reservations and somewhat surly service.

2. Emeril's Miami Beach

Emeril Lagasse
Food Network star Emeril Lagasse brings his unique cajun cuisine to the sands of South Beach. Emeril's Miami Beach is one of my favorite restaurants for entertaining business guests or enjoying a nice meal with a loved one.

3. News Cafe

Joe Shlabotnik
Affordable comfort food and international newsstand on Ocean Drive, the hippest and most beautiful stretch of Miami Beach.

4. Cafe Prima Pasta

This acclaimed Italian restaurant frequently wins top billing from a variety of Miami restaurant polls. Visit their Miami Beach location and you're bound to find some sumptuous homemade pasta, chicken and veal dishes.

5. China Grill Miami

China Grill offers Miami an exciting blend of Asian fusion cuisine. It's spectacular setting makes China Grill one of the top places to see and be seen on South Beach. Visit on a Friday or Saturday night and you're virtually guaranteed to see a celebrity!

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