July 16, 2018
Finding a restaurant that the whole family can enjoy is a notoriously difficult task. Luckily, South Beach offers such a wide variety of food options that you will be sure to please even the pickiest eater in your family. From playing-it-safe chain restaurants to exciting new fusion restaurants, South Beach has it all!
Casual and Convenient Dining
For a casual night out in South Beach, Big Pink never fails to delight its customers. The restaurant is also praised for its fun, lively atmosphere and large portions offered at affordable prices. With classics like homemade potato chips, large gourmet burgers, an all-day breakfast menu, and a very affordable kids menu, this is a great place for families to dine.
If you are looking for a family-friendly pizza joint, Piola is the place to try. Open for both lunch and dinner, this warm space with colorful light fixtures has classics the kids will love and options for adults with more expansive culinary tastes. Choose anything from pizza pies topped with ricotta and smoked salmon or ones doused with arugula and mozzarella.
Another option is David’s Cafe in South Beach. It’s been a mainstay Cuban restaurant in Miami Beach for decades. The food is great and you get the feel of a family restaurant (which is hard to find in South Beach these days)… and they also serve the best Cuban coffee you’ll find in Miami Beach!
Authentic International Cuisines
The delicious fare at Randazzo’s Little Italy pays homage to old-school Italian cuisine. With red-checkered tablecloths and family-style dining, the casual interior makes for a comfortable experience while gorging on large plates of spaghetti with homemade tomato gravy, veal piccata with parmesan and a traditional cannoli for dessert.
Family-owned Rincón Argentino is a staple in the city, mixing Italian fare with Argentinean cuisine. Offering delicious cuts of steak, homemade pasta and great service, this charming space with exposed brick interior offers an inviting and authentic experience in both its Kendall and Coral Gables locations.
Unique Finds
You and your family can enjoy a hearty brunch at Peacock Garden Café in Coconut Grove. The quaint interior with walls lined in vintage photographs is cute, but nothing beats the shady outdoor terrace with fringed umbrellas and birdcage chandeliers. Enjoy sipping on refreshing mint lemonade while feasting on lobster omelets and pecan waffles.
Tourists and locals alike can enjoy the social style and family-friendly ambiance inside Little Havana’s Casa Juancho Restaurant. This authentic Spanish restaurant with a rustic interior of brick walls and red tiles make it feel more like a space found in Spain rather than Miami. Paella is the main focus here while the nightly live music acts come in second.
Chain Restaurants
The highly popular Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. has a fisherman boat-theme that attracts so many South Beach families. Based on the movie classic Forrest Gump, this national chain might be known for its shrimp served any way but offers plenty of other fresh seafood and American plates too, like sandwiches, burgers, pasta and skewers.
Sushi Maki is a local sushi franchise that sports a colorful interior and unique menu with items like sushi tacos and chicken fingers disguised as Dragon Tails. Not only will the kids enjoy the playful finger food, but the whole family can appreciate the relaxed ambiance that rarely has much of a wait. A solid beer and sake selection is offered for those looking for adult beverages, while the bubble tea, a fruity Asian drink with surprise tapioca bubbles inside, is great for anyone in the family.
Lime Fresh Mexican Grill is a fast-casual mini Mexican chain originated in Miami Beach and has since branched out throughout Miami. Focusing on fresh ingredients and friendly service offers quality eats. Choose from guacamole, burritos, tacos, and quesadillas—with kid-sized versions offered for less than $5. There’s also the signature homemade salsa bar and imported beer and wines for the adults.