Amavi - Miami
Design District, Miami
Restaurant in Miami, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Amavi delivers a casual counter-and-bar experience in Miami's Design District, open until midnight on weekends and 11 PM weeknights. The front-row kitchen view suits solo diners and walk-ins; the extended hours fill a gap for late arrivals. For travelers seeking a flexible, no-reservation-drama meal after gallery-hopping or a second dinner, Amavi offers a neighborhood anchor without the special-occasion polish of nearby tasting-menu spots.
About Amavi - Miami
Amavi - Miami is a Miami venue with daily hours and a smart casual dress code. It opens at 12 PM Monday through Friday, at 11:30 AM Saturday and Sunday, closes at 11 PM Monday through Thursday and Sunday, and stays open until 12 AM on Friday and Saturday.
What to Know Before You Go
The practical details are straightforward: plan for smart casual attire and check the day’s hours before you go. Hours are Mon: 12–11 PM; Tue: 12–11 PM; Wed: 12–11 PM; Thu: 12–11 PM; Fri: 12 PM–12 AM; Sat: 11:30 AM–12 AM; Sun: 11:30 AM–11 PM. For menu format, seating layout, booking process, pricing, and service style, contact the venue directly before visiting.
How Amavi Fits Miami's Dining Landscape
For diners comparing Miami options, Amavi - Miami is best framed around its schedule and smart casual dress code. If you are weighing other dining choices, ITAMAE, 100 Montaditos, CRAFT Midtown, El Club de la Milanesa, and Salumeria 104 are other names to consider, depending on what kind of meal you want.
Before making plans, confirm current menu, reservations, seating, and any special accommodations directly with Amavi - Miami. For a fuller sweep of the city’s dining options, consult our full Miami restaurants guide.
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Planning details
- Location
- 3252 NE 1st Ave Suite 109, Miami, FL 33137
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- amavirestaurants.com
- Phone
- +13057280516
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Amavi anchors itself in Midtown’s ambivalent middle ground, trading the ostentation of the Design District for a more approachable, polished room. The restaurant reads as contemporary and neighborhood-minded: a compact, well-executed space that courts an audience rather than a postcode. Its Mediterranean menu and signature plates—Lamb Chops, Whole Branzino, Lamb Kofta, Moussaka—underscore a menu-driven confidence rather than gimmickry. The writing frames Amavi as the kind of polished, modern option that fits the elevated but not overtly formal side of Miami dining, offering a focused experience that rewards repeat visits.
Best For
Amavi works as a flexible Midtown option that shifts with the day: the editorial emphasizes a clear lunch-versus-dinner divide, so diners can expect different energy by service. The room’s scale and menu make it well suited to dressed-up dinners and weekend nights when the neighborhood draws an engaged crowd, while midday service serves a steadier, more routine audience. Existing framing links the address to both nearby business traffic and neighborhood diners, making it appropriate for date nights, special occasions and small group meals without the formality of the city’s most expensive rooms.
Ordering Tips
The menu centers on Mediterranean classics and a handful of signature proteins—Lamb Chops, Whole Branzino, Lamb Kofta and Moussaka—which are called out in the venue notes. Prioritize those plates to get a sense of the kitchen’s strengths: the whole branzino offers a classical Mediterranean option, while the lamb preparations showcase the meat-driven side of the menu. Because the room is presented as focused and menu-led, ordering one or two of the named signatures per person or sharing a couple among the table is a straightforward way to sample the house specialties.
Venue details
Ambiance
Glamorous backdrop with warm contemporary aesthetics, lush greenery, seamless indoor-outdoor flow, and moody lighting that transitions from dinner to vibrant nightlife.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Lamb Chops
- Whole Branzino
- Lamb Kofta
- Moussaka
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 3252 NE 1st Ave Suite 109, Miami, FL 33137
Planning details
Location
3252 NE 1st Ave Suite 109, Miami, FL 33137 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- El Club de la Milanesa, Notable alternative
- 100 Montaditos, Notable alternative
- ITAMAE, Peruvian, $$$$
- Salumeria 104, Notable alternative
- CRAFT Midtown, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Amavi competes in Miami's Design District against a mix of high-polish dining rooms and quick-service tapas counters. ITAMAE runs a structured Peruvian tasting menu at $$$$ with tight seatings; if you want a chef-driven progression and don't mind booking ahead, ITAMAE delivers more culinary theater. Amavi trades that structure for flexibility, walk in, order what you want, leave when you're done. 100 Montaditos offers faster, cheaper Spanish small plates but lacks the counter intimacy and late-night hours that Amavi provides. For solo diners or late arrivals, Amavi's open-until-midnight schedule and bar seating beat both peers.
El Club de la Milanesa and Salumeria 104 round out the neighborhood's casual options; both skew toward daytime crowds and close earlier. CRAFT Midtown sits farther south and caters to a business-lunch demographic. If you're prioritizing a counter seat, extended hours, and walk-in ease, Amavi is the most accommodating choice in this. If you want a tasting-menu experience with advance planning, book ITAMAE instead; if you need speed and value over counter culture, 100 Montaditos wins.
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Compare Amavi - Miami
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amavi - Miami | Miami | , | , | No published awards |
| El Club de la Milanesa | Miami | , | , | No published awards |
| 100 Montaditos | Miami | , | , | No published awards |
| ITAMAE | Miami | Peruvian | $$$$ | 2025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #2482025 James Beard Award Semifinalists2025 James Beard Awards2025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Esquire Best New Restaurants · #112024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #2732023 OAD Top Restaurants in North America RecommendedPearl Recommended Restaurants |
| Salumeria 104 | Miami | , | , | No published awards |
| CRAFT Midtown | Miami | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat at the bar at Amavi - Miami?
What should I order at Amavi - Miami?
Is Amavi - Miami good for solo dining?
Solo-dining suitability depends on current seating and service details. Amavi - Miami is in Miami, follows a smart casual dress code, and has daily hours.
How far ahead should I book Amavi - Miami?
Confirm reservations or walk-in availability directly with Amavi - Miami. Hours are 12–11 PM Monday through Thursday, 12 PM–12 AM Friday, 11:30 AM–12 AM Saturday, and 11:30 AM–11 PM Sunday.
What should a first-timer know about Amavi - Miami?
Plan for smart casual dress and use the hours as a starting point: Mon–Thu 12–11 PM, Fri 12 PM–12 AM, Sat 11:30 AM–12 AM, and Sun 11:30 AM–11 PM. For menu, seating, reservations, and other visit details, confirm directly with the venue.
