Mutra
North Miami
Restaurant in North Miami, United States
The Read
Sourcing-Driven North Miami
Chef
Raz Shabtai
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Chef Raz Shabtai's Israeli-influenced restaurant earned a spot on Resy's 2025 Hit List, standing out in a North Miami dining scene dominated by Italian and Latin concepts. The unusual Sunday-Thursday schedule makes weeknight bookings easy, though the lack of online presence and published pricing requires advance planning. Worth the drive if you're chasing counter-seat access to fire-focused Middle Eastern technique.
About Mutra
Mutra is a North Miami restaurant from chef/owner Raz Shabtai. Its verified hours are dinner-only: Monday through Wednesday from 6–10:30 PM, Thursday from 6–11 PM, closed Friday and Saturday, Sunday from 6–10:30 PM. The dress code is smart casual.
Mutra has been recognized on Resy's Best of the Hit List in 2025. That recognition makes it a notable name to know in North Miami, but the publicly verified details remain limited: confirm current availability, menu details, any reservation requirements directly before you go.
What to Know Before You Go
The most reliable planning details for Mutra are its chef/owner, hours, dress code, North Miami location. Because no verified menu format, seating format, price range, or service style is available here, first-time diners should avoid making assumptions about the meal structure in advance.
Plan for dinner rather than lunch. Mutra is closed Friday and Saturday, so it is best suited to Sunday-through-Thursday plans. Smart casual attire is the stated dress code, making polished but comfortable clothing the safest choice.
How It Positions Against Other Dining Options
Mutra stands out primarily because of its Raz Shabtai connection and its Resy Best of the Hit List recognition in 2025. If you are comparing it with other options such as Emma & Lorenzo Trattoria or Bocatto, one key practical difference to verify is scheduling: Mutra does not operate on Friday or Saturday.
For a weeknight dinner in North Miami, Mutra works if its hours fit your plans. For weekend dining, compare other available venues and confirm their current schedules directly before booking.
Because the verified information here does not include pricing, seating, menu structure, or booking method, check directly with the restaurant before committing to a visit. That is especially important for groups, special occasions, or anyone with specific dietary needs.
For more context on the broader North Miami dining scene, explore our full guide to the area's restaurant options, or check North Miami hotels if you're planning an overnight stay nearby.
Planning details
- Location
- 2188 NE 123rd St, North Miami, FL 33181
- Website
- mutramiami.com
- Phone
- (786) 860-1213
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Mutra reads as an elegant, intimate spot that favors quietly refined presentation over spectacle. The dining room leans cozy and modern, part of a North Miami current that prizes provenance and plate-forward cooking. That measured sophistication is underscored by a Resy Hit List placement, which frames the restaurant as a destination for diners searching for thoughtful, ingredient-led Middle Eastern–influenced cuisine away from Miami’s louder, more performative corridors.
Best For
Mutra is best experienced in the evening and suits date nights or special-occasion dinners where the focus is on food and sourcing. The restaurant’s recognition on Resy’s curated Hit List also makes it a sensible pick for visitors planning a culinary stop in North Miami, and its approachable size and format accommodate small group dining without the fuss of larger, more tourist-driven rooms.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the signature items that define the menu: the Perfect Falafel, Chicken Liver Dreaming to Become Foie Gras, 1000 Layers Steak, Beet 3 Ways Salad and Frishman Malabi. Because the kitchen foregrounds ingredient provenance, ask servers about current sourcing and daily variations; reservations are advisable given the restaurant’s curated acclaim and the attention that brings from local and national diners.
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Emma & Lorenzo Trattoria, Notable alternative
- Bocatto, Notable alternative
- Polidori Market & Restaurant, Notable alternative
- Ovo At The Altair, Notable alternative
- Makoto, Japanese, Japanese
Restaurant context
Mutra differentiates itself immediately through cuisine, it's the only Israeli-focused option in a neighborhood where Emma & Lorenzo Trattoria and Bocatto handle Italian and Brazilian formats, respectively. That makes it the default choice if you want grilled proteins, mezze-style plates, tahini-forward sauces without leaving North Miami. The trade-off: Emma & Lorenzo offers clearer online booking and transparent pricing, while Mutra requires phone contact and carries more uncertainty around cost and menu structure.
For weekend plans, Mutra closes Friday and Saturday, sending diners toward Bocatto or Polidori Market & Restaurant, both of which maintain full-week schedules. If you're flexible on timing and prefer weeknight dining, Mutra's counter-focused experience and Resy Hit List recognition make it the higher-ambition option. For a more casual neighborhood meal with less logistical friction, Emma & Lorenzo is the easier pick.
Out-of-metro comparisons include Ovo At The Altair and Makoto, both of which operate at higher price tiers and offer more polished service environments. If you're willing to drive farther or spend more, those venues provide clearer expectations and stronger online infrastructure. Mutra sits in the value-oriented, weeknight-friendly tier, best for diners who prioritize access to a specific culinary angle over convenience or weekend availability.
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Compare Mutra
| Venue | Awards |
|---|---|
| Mutra | Michelin Guide Florida 20262025 Resy Best of the Hit List |
| Emma & Lorenzo Trattoria | No published awards |
| Bocatto | No published awards |
| Polidori Market & Restaurant | No published awards |
| Ovo At The Altair | No published awards |
| Makoto | 2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #5122023 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended |
How Mutra compares with nearby options at a similar price tier.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mutra good for a special occasion?
Mutra may work for a special-occasion dinner if its Sunday-through-Thursday schedule fits your plans. Chef/owner Raz Shabtai and Resy's Best of the Hit List recognition in 2025 make it a notable North Miami option, but confirm current availability, menu details, the setting directly before booking.
What should I wear to Mutra?
Mutra's dress code is smart casual. Polished but comfortable clothing is the safest choice.
What are alternatives to Mutra?
Emma & Lorenzo Trattoria and Bocatto are names to compare when planning a meal. Makoto, Ovo At The Altair, Polidori Market & Restaurant may also be useful points of comparison depending on where you plan to dine.
Is Mutra good for solo dining?
Mutra may work for solo dining, but no verified seating format is available. Confirm the current setup and availability directly if seating style matters to you.
Is lunch or dinner better at Mutra?
Mutra operates dinner only: Monday through Wednesday from 6–10:30 PM, Thursday from 6–11 PM, Sunday from 6–10:30 PM. It is closed Friday and Saturday.
What should a first-timer know about Mutra?
Mutra is in North Miami and is led by chef/owner Raz Shabtai. It follows a smart casual dress code, operates dinner hours Sunday through Thursday, was recognized on Resy's Best of the Hit List in 2025. Confirm current menu, pricing, booking details directly before visiting.
