Salty Flame
Miami Financial District, Miami
Restaurant in Miami, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Salty Flame is a practical Brickell pick when location and later dinner timing matter more than a known chef, award trail, or clearly defined cuisine. Book it as an easy Miami fallback for a first visit, especially if the group wants to stay central and keep the evening simple.
About Salty Flame
Salty Flame is a Miami venue with hours throughout the week and later closing times on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. The dress code is smart casual, making it a practical option to evaluate by timing and fit rather than by a specific specialty or accolade.
Plan around Miami convenience, not a trophy hook
The clearest planning details are the schedule and dress code. Salty Flame is open Monday through Wednesday from 12–10 PM, Thursday from 12–11 PM, Friday from 12 PM–12 AM, Saturday from 4 PM–12 AM, and Sunday from 4–10 PM. Smart casual dress is listed, so it can suit plans that call for a more put-together outing without requiring a formal framing.
For a first visit, go in with the right expectations: this is a low-friction Miami option when timing matters more than a heavily researched menu. If the meal needs a more defined comparison, consider Paperfish Sushi, Dirty French Steakhouse Miami, ATRIO RESTAURANT AND WINE ROOM, Ahu | Mar, or Vapiano, depending on the kind of outing you are planning.
Later-hour usefulness is the main draw
The strongest case for Salty Flame is schedule flexibility. It closes at 11 PM on Thursday and at midnight on Friday and Saturday, while the rest of the week still offers clearly listed evening hours. For a broader Miami sweep, use Pearl's Miami restaurants guide, then cross-check hotel and bar planning through Miami hotels and Miami bars.
If you are comparing Salty Flame with other named options, keep the decision practical: ATRIO RESTAURANT AND WINE ROOM, Ahu | Mar, Dirty French Steakhouse Miami, Paperfish Sushi, and Vapiano can help frame different kinds of dining plans. Confirm the current menu and reservation process directly with the venue before making it the anchor for an important night.
Planning details
- Location
- 1414 Brickell Ave, Miami, FL 33131
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- saltyflamerestaurant.com
- Phone
- +13055638972
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Salty Flame positions itself as a modern Brickell steakhouse that treats heat as both technique and philosophy. The writing emphasizes a rigorous, contemporary approach—fire, smoke and disciplined seasoning—set within Brickell’s evolving fine-dining corridor. The room reads as purposeful rather than theatrical: the focus is on craftsmanship at the pass and quiet confidence in execution. With a clientele that is worldly and regularly dining out, the overall atmosphere leans toward polished, architecturally minded dining where the cooking method is the central point of interest rather than spectacle.
Best For
This is a dinner-first address that fits the needs of date nights, business dinners and other special occasions. The copy explicitly frames the restaurant within Brickell’s fine-dining band and places it alongside high-end peers at the $$$–$$$$ tier, signaling a more formal evening experience. Guests come expecting carefully applied fire-driven cooking and a menu that can stand up to internationally experienced diners. It’s a spot for planned evenings rather than casual drop-ins—particularly for diners seeking a refined steakhouse in Brickell.
Ordering Tips
The menu highlights a handful of signature items to anchor an evening: the 16oz Ribeye, Branzino and the Spicy Tuna Sando are listed as standouts. Given the restaurant’s stated focus on fire and disciplined seasoning, diners will want to try the 16oz Ribeye to experience the house’s approach to heat and salt; the Branzino offers a non-steak option, and the Spicy Tuna Sando signals a lighter, sharper counterpoint. These three items represent the range called out in the description and are sensible starting points when planning a meal here.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, inviting atmosphere with classic elegance, smoky flames, and sophisticated luxury.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- 16oz Ribeye
- Branzino
- Spicy Tuna Sando
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1414 Brickell Ave, Miami, FL 33131
Planning details
Location
1414 Brickell Ave, Miami, FL 33131 · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
If the group wants sushi, book Paperfish Sushi instead. If the night calls for a bigger occasion feel, compare Dirty French Steakhouse Miami and ATRIO RESTAURANT AND WINE ROOM before committing.
Restaurant context
How Salty Flame compares in Brickell and Miami
Choose Salty Flame when the priority is an easy Brickell dinner and the group does not need a tightly defined cuisine. Paperfish Sushi is the clearer choice when sushi is the point of the night, while Dirty French Steakhouse Miami makes more sense for a steakhouse-style occasion with a stronger built-in mood.
For value and flexibility, Vapiano is the safer casual cross-shop. For a more polished wine-and-view setting, ATRIO RESTAURANT AND WINE ROOM is a better fit than Salty Flame if the occasion needs a hotel-restaurant feel. Ahu | Mar is worth comparing when the group wants a more seafood-leaning night, though the better pick comes down to whether location or cuisine matters more.
The practical verdict: Salty Flame is the easiest recommendation for a central, low-planning Brickell meal. Pick Paperfish Sushi, Dirty French Steakhouse Miami, or ATRIO when the night needs a more specific format.
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Compare Salty Flame
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Salty Flame | Miami | No published awards |
| Paperfish Sushi | Miami | No published awards |
| Ahu | Mar | Miami | No published awards |
| Vapiano | Miami | No published awards |
| ATRIO RESTAURANT AND WINE ROOM | Miami | No published awards |
| Dirty French Steakhouse Miami | Miami | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Salty Flame?
Salty Flame is in Miami, lists a smart casual dress code, and has published hours every day of the week. It is open until 11 PM on Thursday and midnight on Friday and Saturday.
What are alternatives to Salty Flame?
For other named options, compare it with ATRIO RESTAURANT AND WINE ROOM, Dirty French Steakhouse Miami, Paperfish Sushi, Ahu | Mar, or Vapiano. Choose based on the kind of outing you want, and check Salty Flame's current menu and pricing directly before deciding.
Is Salty Flame good for a special occasion?
It may work for a Miami outing when the hours and smart casual dress code fit your plans. For a milestone occasion, confirm the current menu, atmosphere, and reservation details directly with the venue before committing.
Does Salty Flame handle dietary restrictions?
Plan to check with the venue before you go, especially for strict dietary needs. Groups with strict needs should confirm details early.
