Chef Allen's
Chef Allen's is a fine dining experience offering large, open rooms, waterfront views and a warm, inviting ambiance. Open for lunch and dinner, this gourmet restaurant prepares its meat entrees in a wood-burning Lyonnaise grill and boasts slow braised beef short ribs and free-range chicken paillard. Fish dishes include red snapper, wild Florida shrimp and whole roasted yellowtail snapper. For special occasions, make a reservation to sit at the private chef's table, situated outside the kitchen. Personalized tasting menus matched with wines apply. Prices are moderate to high.
Chef Allen's
19088 NE 29th Ave.
Aventura, FL 33180
(305) 935-2900
chefallens.com
Pelicans On The Pier
If you're searching for good seafood in a casual, laid-back atmosphere, Pelicans On The Pier is a locals' favorite. Popular for its fresh selection of seafood and its fun, tiki, beach shack theme, diners overlook the ocean. Service is friendly and quick, and dishes include lobster salad and burgers. Even though it's not technically on the menu, try the peel 'n' eat shrimp. A raw bar is now open. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served. Prices are reasonable and it's family friendly.
Pelicans On The Pier
16701 Collins Ave.
Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
(305) 945-9228
Don Camaron Seafood Grill
For a Mexican twist on your seafood, try Don Camaron Seafood Grill. It may be a little south of north Miami beach, but locals say its well worth the drive. Popular for its in-dining experience as well as its fish market, diners enjoy a casual atmosphere and fresh seafood. Open for lunch and dinner, its menu items include the stir-fry steak Peruvian style and the shrimp in creole sauce. The paella and shrimp alfredo comes highly recommended. Pastas are also available, weekly specials apply, and prices are reasonable.
Don Camaron Seafood Grill
501 NW 37th Ave.
Miami, FL 33125
(305) 642-6767
doncameronseafood.com
