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If you want to take a break from cooking up a Christmas feast or figuring out your New Year's plans, we've got you covered! Miami Culinary Tours has created this guide on where to go during Christmas and NYE in Miami, which includes some of the top restaurants in the city. 

Through our Miami Food and Culture Tours, we've come to know just about every restaurant, cafe, and eatery there is. Keep reading to find out our top picks for where to dine out on either Christmas, New Year's, or both! And if you have any questions about our tours, don't hesitate to contact us.

Festive table setting for Christmas in Miami with white plates, a red glass, and a clear glass. A napkin adorned with greenery and red berries rests atop the plate, surrounded by evergreen garland to capture the holiday spirit.

BALEENkitchen | Christmas | New Year’s Eve

17315 Collins Ave, Sunny Isles Beach
+1 786-923-9305

What’s better than a Christmas or New Year's dinner with the family at BALEENkitchen? Every year, the restaurant pulls out all the stops for the festive season. You can expect Christmas Eve celebrations with live music and martinis, Christmas brunch with Santa, and a New Year's Eve disco! 

The stunning eatery boasts breathtaking ocean views, a tropical twist to Mediterranean cuisine, and ultramodern décor. Celebrate Christmas or New Year's on the sand and by the bonfire at Sole Miami after dinner!

Faena Miami Beach | New Year’s Eve

3201 Collins Ave, Miami Beach
+1 305-534-8800

Ring in the New Year with a glamorous night out at Faena Miami Beach! A decadent multi-course dinner awaits at your choice of Faena’s award-winning restaurants. For a true Argentine experience, make your way to renowned chef Francis Mallmann’s Los Fuegos and indulge in wood-fired delicacies. Upstairs at Pao by Paul Qui, gather with loved ones on the ocean-view terrace and savor unique, Asian-inspired creations. If you're looking for exclusivity, make sure to book in advance for a spot at the 6-seater El Secreto Omakase.

At Faena Hotel’s leopard-clad Living Room, dance the night away to live musical acts and toast to the year ahead with Perrier-Jouët champagne, or lounge under starry skies with hand-rolled cigars and bottle service at the idyllic Tree of Life. When the clock winds down, meet at Damien Hirst’s Golden Mammoth for dazzling live performances, fireworks, and a few surprises along the way. 

General admission tickets to the Tree of Life start at $395 per person. Dinner menus at Los Fuegos and Pao start at $850 per person and include an open bar, while a reservation at Table reservations at El Secreto Omakase will cost $850 per person. 

Fireworks illuminate the Miami night sky above a crowded outdoor party next to a tall white building and palm trees, ringing in the festive spirit of New Year's Eve.
Source: Faena

The Diplomat Beach Resort | Holiday Specials | Christmas | NYE Activities

3555 S Ocean Dr, Hollywood
+1 954-602-6000

Enjoy the gift of feeling good and indulge at The Diplomat with their holiday specials! You can enjoy Breakfast with Santa or their Christmas Brunch, savoring their festive-themed delicacies. For a bit of pampering, take advantage of the holiday spa specials. The children will also be thoroughly entertained with daily activities at the Kids' Club!

The festivities continue into New Year's, which you can celebrate with a special silent disco or a ball drop at the hotel bar!

Nautilus South Beach | Christmas | New Year's Eve 

1825 Collins Ave, Miami Beach
+1 305-503-5700

Jingle all the way to Nautilus South Beach as they serve a delectable Christmas menu and New Year buffet! Sit down to dine in style on Christmas, with mains including red wine and local mushroom braised lamb shank and grouper with caviar. Satisfy your sweet tooth with Jamaican black cake and coquito cheesecake!

On New Year's Eve, you can expect a buffet to rival all buffets. There'll be a Charcuterie Table with domestic and international cheese, sliced meats, and artisan bread; a Seafood Extravaganza with oysters, spicy boiled shrimp, and octopus salad; as well as filet tenderloin and porchetta; and the chef's sweet table!

A plate of fresh oysters on the half shell served with lemon wedges, garnished with greens and red vegetable slices, perfect for a festive New Year's Eve celebration in Miami.

Cafe La Trova | Christmas Eve

971 SW 8th St, Miami
+1 786-615-4379

It's time for Noche Buena at Cafe La Trova! Dine family-style on a three-course menu for the whole family and savor the delicious Cuban flavors (as well as the mouthwatering branzino). Cafe La Trova frequently ranks as one of Miami's best Cuban restaurants and will make for the perfect festive celebrations thanks to its lively and welcoming atmosphere. 

If you're interested in trying out more Cuban cuisine, then make sure to check out our Little Havana Food and Cultural Tour!

Continue Your Feast with Miami Culinary Tours!

While Christmas and New Year's may be a worthwhile excuse to dine out and indulge, we think Miami's culinary scene is worth exploring year-round! We have tours from our South Beach, Miami, Food and Art Deco Tour to our Wynwood Food and Street Art Tour, sharing both the city's epicurean delights and culture! If you're ready to book with us or if you have any questions, feel free to get in touch with our team. We can't wait to celebrate every occasion with you in Miami!

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