Hereford Grill
Flagami, Miami
Restaurant in Miami, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Hereford Grill is worth considering for an easy Miami lunch or dinner when wine matters more than hype. Its 2026 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence is the clearest trust signal, and the booking difficulty is easy, making it better for practical plans than high-stakes dining itineraries.
About Hereford Grill
Hereford Grill is a Miami restaurant with smart-casual dress and daily hours that begin at 12 PM. It holds a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in 2026.
The strongest reason to put it on a shortlist is the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in 2026. That recognition does not, by itself, indicate specific dishes, prices, service format, or the full shape of the beverage program, but it is a useful signal for guests who care about wine when choosing a Miami restaurant.
Choose it for a direct Miami meal
The practical appeal is planning clarity. Hereford Grill is open Monday through Wednesday from 12–10 PM, Thursday through Saturday from 12–11 PM, and Sunday from 12–10 PM. The dress code is smart casual, which makes it easier to plan for a polished but not overly formal meal.
For guests comparing options, the important caution is that Hereford Grill does not offer a chef-led tasting menu, brunch format, signature dish, price range, bar seating, takeout, delivery, or dietary program. Hereford Grill is a Miami option with hours, smart-casual dress, and wine recognition. Guests should consider these aspects rather than making assumptions about the menu or service.
What the decision comes down to
Book if the group wants a Miami restaurant with a broad daily operating window, smart-casual dress, and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Pass if you need details on price, chef identity, specific dishes, seating format, or dietary accommodations before choosing. The value case rests on the planning facts rather than on a headline concept that may not apply.
Planning details
- Location
- 782 NW 42nd Ave #5, Miami, FL 33126
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- herefordgrill.com
- Phone
- +13059747455
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Hereford Grill reads as a straightforward, neighborhood steakhouse that favors honest cooking over theatrical presentation. Set along NW 42nd Avenue in a working part of Miami, it positions itself as a local mainstay rather than a hotel adjunct or celebrity outpost. The profile ties its approach to regional open-fire and grilling traditions, which gives the place a rustic, back-to-basics sensibility even as the kitchen pursues work that earns critical notice. The overall impression is unpretentious and familiar—a spot where locals come for solid, well-executed steaks in a relaxed, approachable setting rather than for spectacle.
Best For
This is a dinner destination built around classic steakhouse fare: filet mignon, ribeye and New York strip anchor the menu and make the restaurant naturally suited to evening meals. Its serious cooking and focus on traditional cuts mean it works well for business dinners and modest celebrations where the food is the point. The neighborhood-first identity also accommodates group dining among locals who return for reliably prepared steaks. In short, expect a dinner-centric restaurant that favors direct, well-made plates over tourist-oriented flash.
Ordering Tips
Stick to the signatures and let the grill speak: the menu highlights filet mignon, ribeye and NY strip, so those are safe bets for sampling the kitchen’s strengths. The write-up’s emphasis on Argentine and open-fire grilling traditions suggests preparations that favor the meat and the char, so simple cooking and seasoning choices will showcase the technique. Because the restaurant trades on a neighborhood, regulars-first identity, ask the staff for their recommended cuts or preparations if you want to match the kitchen’s preferred approach rather than chase embellishments.
Venue details
Ambiance
Sophisticated modern steakhouse with soft-warm lighting, natural light, dark natural decor, curved glass facade, festive 360-degree bar, and refined power-dinner atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Large
Signature Dishes
- filet mignon
- ribeye
- NY strip
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 782 NW 42nd Ave #5, Miami, FL 33126
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- La Rosa Restaurant, Notable alternative
- Madrid Tapas Y Vinos, Notable alternative
- Cane Fire Grille, Notable alternative
- Kojin, Notable alternative
- Kojin 2.0, Contemporary, $$$
Restaurant context
How Hereford Grill compares in Miami
Choose Hereford Grill when ease and wine credibility matter. Against La Rosa Restaurant and Madrid Tapas Y Vinos, it is the safer pick for a lower-pressure meal where the wine list is part of the decision. La Rosa and Madrid Tapas Y Vinos make more sense when the group wants a more cuisine-specific plan.
Cane Fire Grille is the cross-shop for travelers prioritizing convenience and a hotel-adjacent feel, while Hereford Grill is the better call if the meal itself needs to feel more restaurant-led. For a more ambitious contemporary meal, Kojin and Kojin 2.0 sit in a different lane; Kojin 2.0's $$$ contemporary positioning makes it the clearer splurge alternative.
For value, Hereford Grill wins on low friction rather than a documented bargain price. For occasion dining, Kojin 2.0 is the stronger comparison. For an easy Miami meal that does not require planning far ahead, Hereford Grill is the practical choice.
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Compare Hereford Grill
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hereford Grill | Miami | , | 2026 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence | , |
| La Rosa Restaurant | Miami | No published awards | , | , |
| Madrid Tapas Y Vinos | Miami | No published awards | , | , |
| Cane Fire Grille | Miami | No published awards | , | , |
| Kojin | Coral Gables | No published awards | , | , |
| Kojin 2.0 | Coral Gables | Contemporary | Michelin Guide Florida 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | $$$ |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Hereford Grill?
Specific dishes or a signature order are not available. Hereford Grill has a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence (2026), so guests who care about wine may want to review the wine options when they arrive.
Can I eat at the bar at Hereford Grill?
Bar seating is not available. Hereford Grill is in Miami and is open Monday through Wednesday from 12–10 PM, Thursday through Saturday from 12–11 PM, and Sunday from 12–10 PM.
Does Hereford Grill handle dietary restrictions?
Hereford Grill does not list a dedicated dietary program or allergy accommodations. If a restriction is strict, contact the restaurant before going and confirm directly.
What is Hereford Grill known for?
Hereford Grill is a Miami restaurant with smart-casual dress, daily hours starting at 12 PM, and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in 2026.
