Prime One Twelve
Steakhouse · South Beach, Miami
Restaurant in Miami, United States
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Ocean Drive Beef Standard
Chef
Various
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Prime One Twelve is a high-energy American steakhouse on Ocean Drive with three consecutive Opinionated About Dining Casual North America rankings, reaching #127 in 2025. It handles groups well and delivers consistent quality above the South Beach baseline. Book it for celebratory dinners or private events; skip it if a quiet room matters more than the scene.
About Prime One Twelve
Prime One Twelve: Should You Book It?
Prime One Twelve on Ocean Drive lands at the higher end of Miami Beach dining, which means you should know what you are paying for before you sit down. This is a classic American steakhouse operating in one of the most high-energy, high-turnover restaurant corridors in the country. It has held a consecutive spot on the Opinionated About Dining Casual in North America list, ranking #133 in 2023, #153 in 2024, climbing to #127 in 2025. That kind of sustained recognition across three years tells you this is not a venue coasting on location. For Miami Beach, that is a meaningful credential.
The Room and the Energy
Book here expecting volume. The dining room runs loud, especially from 7 PM onward on weekends, the Friday and Saturday service extends to 1 AM, which sets the tone for who is in the room and at what energy level. If you want a quiet conversation over dinner, this is not the right choice. If you want to eat well inside a room that feels genuinely alive and mirrors the energy of South Beach, it earns its place. The atmosphere is not manufactured for tourists; it is the product of a venue that has been packing tables for years and knows its clientele. Think high-energy New York steakhouse brought to the Florida coast, without the formality.
Lunch service runs Monday through Sunday, 12 to 3 PM, offers a meaningfully different experience. The room settles down, the pace slows, you get access to the kitchen at a quieter moment. For food-focused visitors who want to assess what the kitchen actually delivers, the midday service is worth considering. Dinner remains the main event by volume and energy.
Private Dining and Groups
For groups or private events, Prime One Twelve is a practical and well-tested option in Miami Beach. The venue's size and operational depth mean it can handle large parties without the kitchen visibly struggling; a real concern at smaller steakhouses attempting similar covers. Compare that to booking a smaller, more experimental venue for a group of eight or more: the risk profile is very different. Prime One Twelve absorbs groups well. If private dining is your primary need, contact the venue directly to confirm room options and minimums, as this data is not publicly confirmed.
For reference across the Miami dining scene, steakhouse alternatives worth comparing include Bavette's Steakhouse & Bar, Edge Steak & Bar, and Fine Cut Steakhouse (Ascent). Each targets a different price point and atmosphere, the right choice depends on whether your group wants a formal setting, a hotel base, or the South Beach scene that Prime One Twelve specifically delivers.
Booking and Logistics
Booking difficulty at Prime One Twelve is rated Easy. Reservations open well in advance and, unlike tightly allocated chef's-counter experiences such as Le Bernardin in New York City or The French Laundry in Napa, this is not a venue where a table is a scarcity problem. That said, weekend dinner slots fill faster than weekday lunch, so book at least one to two weeks ahead for Friday or Saturday evening. The address is 112 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139, directly on the Ocean Drive strip, which means parking follows South Beach logic: valet is the practical default, public lots are nearby but fill quickly on evenings.
For a deeper read on the Miami dining scene beyond steakhouses, see our full Miami restaurants guide. If you are also planning where to stay, our Miami hotels guide covers the full range. And for drinking before or after dinner, our Miami bars guide has the options worth your time. Food-focused travelers who want to compare this with destination venues in other markets should also look at Smyth in Chicago, Lazy Bear in San Francisco, and Emeril's in New Orleans, venues that illustrate how OAD-recognized restaurants perform at different price and format tiers.
The Verdict
Prime One Twelve is a well-run, award-recognized American steakhouse on Miami Beach that works well for groups, celebratory dinners, anyone who wants serious food delivered in a high-energy setting. It is not the choice for a quiet date or a solo bar-counter experience. If you are organizing a private event or a large table in Miami, it is among the more dependable options on the beach. Book it for what it is, not what you wish it were, it delivers.
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- ITAMAE (Peruvian), for a contrast in Miami's modern dining
- L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon Miami, if you want French precision at a similar spend level
- Capa, Steakhouse in Orlando, a regional steakhouse comparison
- A Cut, Steakhouse in Taipei, for context on how the steakhouse format travels internationally
- Single Thread Farm in Healdsburg, if the OAD credential matters and you want to see how this ranking tier plays at fine-dining level
- Our full Miami experiences guide and Miami wineries guide for the full trip picture
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 12–3 pm, 5:30 pm–12 am · Tuesday: 12–3 pm, 5:30 pm–12 am
- Location
- 112 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- mylesrestaurantgroup.com
- Phone
- (305) 532-8112
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Prime One Twelve reads like a classic South Beach steakhouse: loud, densely packed and unabashedly social. The room’s energy is central to the experience — conversation and people-watching are part of the draw as much as the food. It occupies a steady place on Ocean Drive and functions as a fixed point on the Miami Beach dining calendar, filling on weekdays and weekends alike. Expect a glamorous, high-energy dining floor where atmosphere is purposeful and the soundtrack of the room is part of the evening rather than a distraction.
Best For
This is a go-to spot for nights when the meal is both the main event and part of a larger social outing. Its strengths lean toward date nights, group dinners and celebratory evenings—occasions that benefit from bold steakhouse cooking and a buoyant room. Because the restaurant consistently draws a crowd on Ocean Drive, it suits special occasions and gatherings where lively ambiance and generous, shareable portions (like a Porterhouse for Two) are part of the plan. It’s less suited to quiet tasting menus or intimate, hushed meals.
Ordering Tips
Treat Prime One Twelve like a classic steakhouse: order sizeable cuts and shareable sides. Signature items such as the Porterhouse for Two, the Jurassic Baked Potato, Five Cheese Truffle Mac and Deviled Eggs with Caviar are highlighted dishes to work into the table’s orders. The write-up also calls out how different cuts behave—ribeye is forgiving, the strip depends on sear, and the filet requires precision—so pick a cut that matches your preference for fat, texture and doneness. The room fills routinely, so plan for a busy service and coordinate orders for sharing.
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 12–3 pm, 5:30 pm–12 am
- Tuesday
- 12–3 pm, 5:30 pm–12 am
- Wednesday
- 12–3 pm, 5:30 pm–12 am
- Thursday
- 12–3 pm, 5:30 pm–12 am
- Friday
- 12–3 pm, 5:30 pm–1 am
- Saturday
- 12–3 pm, 5:30 pm–1 am
- Sunday
- 12–3 pm, 5:30 pm–12 am
Location
112 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Cote Miami; Korean Steakhouse, Korean, $$$
- Ariete; Modern American, Contemporary, $$$$
- Boia De; Italian, Contemporary, $$$
- Stubborn Seed; Progressive American, Contemporary, $$$$
- Los Fuegos by Francis Mallmann; Argentinian, $$$$
Restaurant context
Against Miami's stronger comparison set, Prime One Twelve occupies a specific lane: it is the high-volume, scene-forward steakhouse with verified credentials, not the most technically adventurous option on the table. Cote Miami at $$$ offers a more distinctive format with its Korean steakhouse approach; the interactive BBQ experience and tighter room make it a better call for two to four diners who want something less conventional. Prime One Twelve wins on group capacity and Ocean Drive energy; Cote wins on originality.
If you are choosing between Prime One Twelve and the progressive end of Miami dining, Stubborn Seed and Ariete both operate at $$$$ and deliver tighter, more chef-driven menus for smaller parties. Those venues reward food-focused diners who want to track what a kitchen is actually doing. Boia De at $$$ offers a strong Italian-contemporary alternative at a lower price tier with a more intimate room. For the money and the experience, Boia De is the sharper value play for two.
Los Fuegos by Francis Mallmann at $$$$ is the closest competitor in atmosphere intensity; both venues deliver theatrical, high-energy dining; but Los Fuegos leans heavily on open-fire Argentinian cooking as its specific identity. For a private dinner where you want to impress with something distinctive, Los Fuegos edges ahead. For a larger group in a reliably managed room with steakhouse benchmarks you can count on, Prime One Twelve is the more practical choice.
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Compare Prime One Twelve
| Venue | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Prime One Twelve | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Highly Recommended2025 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #1272024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #1532023 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #133 | |
| Cote Miami | $$$ | Star Wine Lists 2026 · #12026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #113Michelin Guide Florida 20262026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #1632025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Michelin 1 Star2025 La Liste Top Restaurants |
| Ariete | $$$$ | Star Wine Lists 2026 · #12026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended2026 James Beard Award SemifinalistsMichelin Guide Florida 20262025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #4642025 Michelin 1 Star2024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #3962024 Michelin 1 Star2023 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended |
| Boia De | $$$ | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #69Star Wine Lists 2026Michelin Guide Florida 20262025 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #412025 Michelin 1 Star2024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #462024 Michelin 1 Star2023 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #95 |
| Stubborn Seed | $$$$ | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America RecommendedMichelin Guide Florida 20262025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #1932025 Michelin 1 Star2024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #2072024 Michelin 1 Star2023 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Highly Recommended |
| Los Fuegos by Francis Mallmann | $$$$ | 2026 Forbes 4-Star2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America RecommendedMichelin Guide Florida 20262025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Michelin Plate2025 Forbes 4-Star2024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #5592024 Michelin Plate2023 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Prime One Twelve?
This is a loud, high-energy American steakhouse on Ocean Drive, not a quiet destination for intimate conversation. It ranks on Opinionated About Dining's Casual North America list (currently #127 for 2025), which signals a credible operation rather than a tourist trap, but you are still in the middle of Miami Beach. Come with a group, come hungry, come expecting volume from the room. Solo or quiet-meal seekers should look elsewhere.
How far ahead should I book Prime One Twelve?
Booking difficulty here is rated Easy compared to tighter Miami reservations like Boia De or Stubborn Seed, so a week or two out is generally sufficient for weekday lunch or dinner. Friday and Saturday evenings are busier given the 1 AM close, so add a few extra days of lead time for weekend primetime. Walk-ins may work at lunch, but do not count on it during peak season.
Is Prime One Twelve good for solo dining?
It is not the strongest fit. Prime One Twelve is built around group energy, the room runs loud especially on weekends. If you are solo and want a steakhouse in Miami, a venue with a bar counter setup will serve you better. Here, solo diners can eat, but the format and atmosphere are weighted toward tables of four or more.
Is lunch or dinner better at Prime One Twelve?
Lunch (noon to 3 PM daily) is the lower-pressure option: same kitchen, smaller crowds, no late-night noise. Dinner unlocks the full Friday and Saturday hours to 1 AM, which suits groups looking for a long evening. If your priority is a calmer version of the same steakhouse, go at lunch. If you want the full Miami Beach dinner experience, book dinner on a weekend and expect a wait even with a reservation.
Does Prime One Twelve handle dietary restrictions?
The venue data does not document specific dietary accommodation policies, so contact them directly before booking if you have strict requirements. As a full-service American steakhouse with a broad menu, most kitchens at this scale can handle common modifications, but confirm in advance rather than assuming.
What should I wear to Prime One Twelve?
The venue data does not specify a dress code, but Ocean Drive context and the OAD Casual ranking suggest smart casual is a reasonable baseline: neat, put-together, not beachwear. Miami Beach norms skew more relaxed than, say, a Michelin-starred room in New York, but arriving dressed up will not look out of place at a celebration dinner here.
