Andre’s Diner 16145 Biscayne Blvd. (305) 919-9962 French The owner-chef has created a modest little spot noted for its crisp and juicy roast chicken, chalkboard specials and modest prices. $$ Bal Harbour Bistro 9700 Collins Ave. (305) 861-4544 Bistro Fare Cosmopolitan, contemporary bistro with a European feel inside or a garden patio offers breakfast, lunch or dinner. Crab claws, lobster, sandwiches vie for attention with rack of lamb and filet mignon in an ample and varied menu to please every taste. Great also for just coffee, lush desserts, and people watching. $$ Bella Blú 2576 NE Miami Gardens Dr., North Miami Beach (305) 792-2902 Italian Italian delights including traditional antipasti, homemade pastas, fresh fish, and chicken, plus favorites like veal scaloppine, linguine with seafood, and daily specials. $$ Biscayne Wine Merchants Bistro 738 NE 125 St. (305) 899-1997 Continental A small neighborhood restaurant in a wine store. Serving consistently fine food at moderate prices for 16 years. $$ Carpaccio (Bal Harbour Shops) 9700 Collins Ave. (305) 867-7777 Italian Popular, trendy restaurant with indoor/outdoor seating. As the name depicts, try the carpaccio di pesce. Don’t miss the pizzas and pastas. Unforgettable. Open for lunch and dinner. $$$ Chef Allen’s 19088 NE 29th Ave. (305) 935-2900 New World One of South Florida’s finest. Chef/owner Allen Susser is internationally hailed for his innovative New World Cuisine, especially the fresh fish dishes. And Susser’s soufflés are other-worldly. Expensive, but worth every penny. $$$ Fish 54 18841 Biscayne Blvd, (305) 932-5022 Italian This sibling of Mezzanotte and Carpaccio offers very enjoyable modern Italian fare with such delectable offerings as swordfish au gratin, spaghetti Fish 54 with a delicious red snapper and salmon “bolognese,” and a vast choice of well executed veal, chicken and meat dishes at very reasonable prices. $$ French Bakery Cafe 1023 Kane Concourse, Bal Harbor Island (305) 868-5212 French Charming cafe, freshly-baked French Patisserie, Viennoiserie, and artisan breads. A nice selection of cheeses and wines by the glass, homemade sandwiches, soups, salads and daily specials. Catering available. $ Gourmet Diner 13951 Biscayne Blvd. (305) 947-2255 French Fine continental food, at surprisingly modest prices, in an informal setting. The steamed artichoke with homemade vinaigrette, herb-crusted lamb and chicken chasseur are favorites, and the custard fruit tarts are justifiably famed. $$

Islands Café 9601 E. Bay Harbor Dr. (305) 868-4141 Continental This waterfront tavern enchants diners with its tropical setting and four-star meals created by critically acclaimed Johnson & Wales chefs and apprentice chefs. Brunch is a Sunday must. $$ La Fusta 240 163rd St. (305) 949-0888 Argentine Steakhouse Some of the best parrilla Argentina in town, with juicy prime cuts slowly grilled over coals. Good homemade pastas will satisfy all tastes. Good desserts, too. $$ La Paloma 10999 Biscayne Blvd, (305) 891-0505 Swiss Continental A time warp—more New York than Miami offers a very good continental cuisine: bisque de homard, a spectacular Dover sole almondine, Wiener schnitzel, duck à l’orange, and, yes, peach Melba! On Thursday there’s live jazz, and on Friday and Saturday the place sizzles with Latin salsa and merengue. $$ Laurenzo's Market & Cafe 16385 West Dixie Highway, North Miami Beach, (305) 946-6381 Italian A trove of epicurean delights such as freshly-baked rustic breads, and products imported from Italy such as 25-year old balsamic vinegar, white or black truffles, in season. Amazing selection of homemade pastas, lobster or crab ravioli, fettuccine and squid linguine—in all shapes and flavors also available at the in-door café. The market has an impressive selection of wines, and homemade canned items such as basil packed in oil, creamy garlic dressing and sauces. Old fashioned Italian ices, Laurenzo-packed smoked salmon, homemade antipasti and sausages makes their customers coming back for more. Tani Guchi’s 2224 NE 123rd St. (305) 892-6744 Glatt Kosher Japanese Deliciously fresh, and pretty sushi and sashimi in a friendly setting. Other favorites are honey garlic chicken tempura with ginger sauce and noodle dishes. $$ Tulipano Cientodieci 11052 Biscayne Blvd. (305) 893-4811 Italian Thanks to their wine list, this is one of the “10 Best Italian Restaurants” (Wine Spectator). Remarkable appetizers such as exotic funghetti, bresaola, bowl of fresh mussels and baby octopus are prepared the old fashion way. The agnoloti and the raviolo al l’uovo take center stage. For a delicately flavored experience try the veal scaloppine or the osso buco. $$$ Vizio 2995 NE 163rd St. (305) 947-3773 Nouvelle Italian Another bastian of Italian ‘nouvelle cuisine’ where chef/owner Israel Getzel’s menu features pastas, fish, chicken and veal specials and a score of panini including a grilled tuna with roasted red peppers. $$