If you’ve been looking for a reason to try that fancy spot down the street, Miami Spice Month is it. For two full months, some of the best restaurants in South Beach offer prix-fixe menus at prices that don’t make your eyes water. It’s the perfect time to branch out, try something new, or just enjoy a great meal without the usual bill at the end.
Whether you're visiting or live nearby, here’s everything you need to know about Miami Spice Restaurant Months, plus a few local favorites to add to your list.
It’s actually two months long, which is already a win. From August through September, dozens of restaurants across the city (including some of the best in South Beach) take part in a seasonal dining event that highlights local flavors, fresh ingredients, and creative menus.
Lunch and brunch are usually around $30, and dinner is closer to $45 to $60. That includes an appetizer, entrée, and dessert. Some spots even throw in a cocktail pairing or a little something extra.
It’s a solid deal, especially if you’ve had your eye on places that are usually more of a splurge.
Since Upsun Hotel and Social Club is right in the middle of it all, you’re perfectly placed to enjoy some of the best of Miami Spice Month.
These South Beach restaurants are within easy reach and worth every bite.
Just a quick 4-minute drive from the hotel, Abbalé blends Middle Eastern flavors with Miami style. It’s bright, fresh, and full of flavor. The Miami Spice menu includes appetizers like watermelon ceviche with harissa-leche de tigre and falafel with tahini and pickled onions. For mains, expect dishes like crispy chicken schnitzel, a steak shawarma wrap, or a brunch burger stacked with za’atar fries.
Save room for the tahini soft serve with halvah and olive oil—it’s one of those desserts you think about later.
About a 7-minute drive from Upsun, Issabella’s brings a Mediterranean twist to the Miami Spice Month lineup. Starters range from oysters with cucumber mignonette to honey-baked feta or octopus croquettes. Mains include spicy rigatoni, zucchini basil linguine, chicken skewers, and mussels in sherry wine. If you’re in the mood to splurge, the steak frites is worth the $20 add-on. Dessert options keep it classic with cannoli, peanut butter gelato, or a strong affogato to wrap things up.
Just a 6-minute drive from Upsun, The Drexel is one of those places where everything feels easy in the best way. The space is laid-back but still stylish, with wood-fired dishes and Mediterranean flavors that never try too hard. Their Miami Spice menu starts with appetizers like a crisp green salad with orange-sage vinaigrette, a summery heirloom tomato plate with avocado and olives, or grilled octopus served with lemon potatoes and olive tapenade.
For mains, you can keep it classic with a margherita pizza or go for something a little more special like whole branzino with lemon and salmoriglio or flat-iron organic chicken with maître d' butter. Dessert is simple and elegant, either a strawberry pavlova or a warm chocolate soufflé with crème anglaise. Everything is flavorful, unfussy, and quietly impressive. It’s the kind of spot you’ll want to come back to.
Just a 2-minute walk from Upsun, Orilla Bar & Grill brings a fresh, fire-forward take on the modern steakhouse. Chef Fernando Trocca leans into bold, wood-fired flavors with the Josper Grill, turning out perfectly charred steaks, seafood, and smoky provoleta.
The space is sleek but low-key, with a strong wine list and cocktails that feel as considered as the food. For Miami Spice, expect crowd-pleasers like hanger steak and dulce de leche flan—everything simple, rich, and done right.
-Check the menus before you go. Each restaurant does Miami Spice its way. Some offer it only on weekdays or only during certain hours.
-Make a reservation. These places fill up fast during the season, especially for dinner. Don’t wing it.
-Ask about add-ons. Some menus allow you to upgrade dishes or include wine pairings for a small additional cost. It’s usually worth it.
What makes Miami Spice Restaurant Months such a win is that it turns a regular night out into something you actually look forward to. You get the full experience, ambience, service, and great food, but without the usual price tag. It also gives smaller or newer restaurants a chance to shine, so you might stumble across your new favorite spot without even trying.
If you’re staying with us at Upsun Hotel and Social Club, you’ve already got a front-row seat to it all. Walkable dinners, beachside drinks before or after, and no Uber needed. Ask our front desk if you need help picking a place or grabbing a reservation. We’re happy to point you in the right direction.
Book your stay at Upsun Hotel and Social Club. Come hungry, and don’t be afraid to try something new. That’s the whole point.