Get ready to stimulate your senses as the New York and Miami tourism boards welcome the returns of the highly anticipated NYC Restaurant Week (through Aug. 25) and Miami Spice (through Sept. 30). Both dining series feature decadent prix-fixe menus at hundreds of top-rated restaurants. In Miami, don’t miss new-to-Spice restaurants The Amalfi Llama (Lionel Messi’s favorite), Pinstripes Aventura and The h.wood Group’s Delilah Miami. In New York, new additions include NoMad Diner at Arlo NoMad, Sungold at Arlo Williamsburg and Bar Harta at Grayson Hotel.
Below is our ultimate 2024 Miami Spice + NYC Restaurant Week roundup.
MIAMI SPICE
Delilah Miami
301 Brickell Key Drive, Miami, FL 33101
Experience a taste of luxury this Miami Spice at Delilah Miami, the Magic City’s modern-day supper club. Known for its technique-driven food and carefully curated 1920s-inspired ambiance, Delilah Miami offers Miami Spice diners an opulent dinner menu on Sunday and Tuesday through Thursday from 6-10 p.m. and Friday from 6-8 p.m. This exclusive menu includes starters such as Wagyu Carpaccio and the world-famous Chicken Tenders. Entrées include the juicy Roasted Chicken and Roasted Scallops. Dessert options include Key Lime Pie and Kendall’s Slutty Brownie. Guests looking to try additional dishes from Delilah Miami can order off the Enhancements section of the Miami Spice menu for an additional fee, including offerings like Carrot Soufflé ($20) and Macaroni Gratinée ($20).
The Amalfi Llama
Esplanade at Aventura, 19505 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 4150, Miami, FL 33180
One of soccer legend Lionel Messi’s frequented restaurants, The Amalfi Llama at Esplanade at Aventura is joining Miami Spice for the first time. Known for seamlessly blending the allure of a rustic live-fire steakhouse with the tastes of traditional Italian and Argentinian cuisine, this hot newcomer will offer a special three-course dinner menu ($60/person) every day and a weekend three-course lunch menu ($35/person) on Saturdays and Sundays. Dinner menu highlights include the popular Short Rib Empanada, Tuna Tartare, Truffle Tagliatelle, 8-ounce Center-Cut Filet and the delightful Fire-Roasted Cheesecake. The lunch menu offers crispy starters like Focaccia and entrées like Margherita Pizza or Braised Short Rib Sandwich.
Pinstripes Aventura
Esplanade at Aventura, 19505 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 3290, Miami, FL 33180
Pinstripes Aventura, the nation’s ultimate “eatertainment” hub located within Esplanade at Aventura, boasts an Italian-American bistro with first-class bowling and bocce. The restaurant offers an elevated menu of made-from-scratch recipes conceptualized by Chief Culinary Officer Cesar Gutierrez, including rotating seasonal specialties prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. This Miami Spice, Pinstripes Aventura is offering a curated three-course lunch menu ($35/person) and a three-course dinner menu ($45/person). Guests can start with a choice of appetizers, including wild-caught Crispy Calamari with housemade marinara. Entrées include Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl and Chicken Parmesan. Dessert options include a Warm Brownie & Vanilla Gelato and Classic Tiramisu.
LT Steak & Seafood
The Betsy Hotel, 1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
LT Steak & Seafood, located within the iconic Betsy Hotel, is a casually elegant New American restaurant fusing international flavors and culinary techniques from France, Asia and Latin America. Helmed by award-winning Chef Laurent Tourondel, the restaurant is committed to quality, with a menu that features hand-selected USDA Prime or certified black Angus steak, fresh-caught fish and enticing vegetarian options. This Miami Spice, LT Steak & Seafood is offering a curated three-course prix-fixe lunch menu ($35/person) and a three-course prix-fixe dinner menu ($65/person). For lunch, starters include Steamed Pei Mussels with Saffron Wine and Local Burrata with Pickled Fennel Jam. Entrées include a Spicy Honey Chicken Sandwich, Local Pan-Seared Cobia with Corn Chowder or Wild Braised Mushrooms with Pumpkin Seed Pesto.
For dinner, starters include a choice of Chilled Sweet Corn Soup or Stracciatella with Summer Roasted Apricots & Iberico Ham. Entrées include a choice between the grilled-to-perfection 7-ounce Hanger Steak, Local Pan-Seared Cobia with Corn Chowder or Wild Braised Mushrooms with Pumpkin Seed Pesto.
End either meal on a sweet note with a selection of two desserts: Salted Caramel Croissant Bread Pudding or Mango Cardamom Crème Brûlée. Diners can enjoy the limited-edition menus from the restaurant’s airy indoor dining room featuring nightly live jazz musicians or its outdoor terrace, providing a prime spot for people-watching on Ocean Drive.
ADRIFT Mare
Hotel AKA Brickell, 1395 Brickell Ave., 25th Floor, Miami, FL 33131
ADRIFT Mare is a Mediterranean oasis on the 25th floor of Hotel AKA Brickell, crafted under the guidance of Michelin-starred “Gypsy Chef” David Myers. This Miami Spice, the culinary sanctuary presents a sophisticated three-course dinner experience ($60/person). Inspired by Myers’ international travels, the menu pulls from the charm of the Greek Isles and the zest of Italy (to name a few destinations), offering starters such as Crispy Calamari and Baked Pita & Dips. Mains include Arugula Pesto Bucatini, 12-ounce Prime Rib-Eye ($14 supplement) and King Prawns. Finish with a sweet choice of Cheesecake or Dark Chocolate Tart.
Donna Mare
Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club, 3925 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33140
Donna Mare is a stellar Miami Beach restaurant inside Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club serving locally sourced, traditional Italian cuisine. A rare wood-fired oven graces the kitchen, where Neapolitan pizza, homemade pasta, simply grilled wild fish and grass-fed meats are prepared, an homage to traditional Northern Italian cuisine. For Miami Spice, Donna Mare is offering a three-course dinner menu ($60/person). Start with fried Artichokes or Impepata di Cozze with fresh mussels. Donna Mare’s mouthwatering selection of main courses includes Mushroom Truffle Risotto, Vero Chicken Parmigiana and Branzino in Padella. Satisfy your sweet tooth with the Dark Chocolate Brownie or the rich Black Forest Dark Cherry Cheesecake. The intimate setting inside the iconic hotel evokes the romantic Old World atmosphere of coastal Italy while embracing beautiful Miami Beach with its sleek and soothing modern style.
NYC Restaurant Week
NoMad Diner
Arlo NoMad, 11 E. 31st St., New York, NY 10016
NoMad Diner, located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan at Arlo NoMad, draws from New York City’s eclectic neighborhoods and rich culinary history to provide elevated diner classics that are equal parts comfort food and innovation. Helmed by award-winning Chef Fred Maurer, NoMad Diner boasts a menu of crave-able classics for visitors and locals alike to enjoy during NYC Restaurant Week, including two-course prix-fixe lunch and brunch specials ($30) and three-course prix-fixe dinner specials ($45). Sip on curated cocktails, artisanal spirits and natural wines to round out the dining experience. Elevate the experience and add a Paul Buisse Sauvignon Blanc bottle for $30.
Sungold
Arlo Williamsburg, 96 Wythe Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11249
Sungold is the newest gastronomic haven at Arlo Williamsburg. Led by Chef Michael King, Sungold takes guests on a sensory culinary journey through locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Partaking in NYC Restaurant Week, Sungold will offer two-course prix-fixe lunch and brunch menus ($30) and a three-course prix-fixe dinner menu ($45) that embrace diversity and flavor. From handcrafted pastas to the famous Celery Root Latke, Sungold promises an extraordinary dining experience.
Bar Harta
Grayson Hotel, 30 W. 39th St., New York, NY 10018
Bar Harta at Grayson Hotel is inspired by the convivial wine culture across the western Mediterranean and offers guests an open-air setting and relaxed feel with an approachable wine selection, sparkling cocktails and shareable bites. Bar Harta is participating in NYC Restaurant Week by featuring a three-course dinner ($45) and a two-course lunch ($30) to pair with its diverse wine list and sparkling cocktails.
