By: Robert Lovi By: Robert Lovi | March 18, 2022 | Food & Drink,
Native to Japan, Wagyu beef is the most highly prized in the world. It can cost up to $200 per pound in high-quality cuts. Olive Wagyu, the world's rarest steak, may cost anywhere from $120 to over $300 per steak.
In the United States, crossbreeding cattle, usually, full-blood Wagyu with Angus, produce American Wagyu meat, which creates a pleasing blend of tenderness, texture, and flavor.
Wagyu beef is the epitome of great eating, with buttery, almost sweet overtones of umami and delicate umami nuances. Some Wagyu cuts may also taste like leg bone marrow.
When compared to standard beef, the flavor of Wagyu is unrivaled, so in this guide you will find the top five Miami restaurants that serve the best Wagyu so you, too, can experience the world's most exquisite beef.
736 1st St. / Website
If you want a variety of Wagyu dishes, DJs spin till the early morning hours, and a full bar and unique drink program accompanied by great ambiance and energy, Papi Steak is the spot. This fabulous restaurant is located in South Beach and delivers modern takes on classic chophouse dishes like Wagyu Pastrami and Wagyu Australian Skirt Steak. Regardless of your choice, you will have a wonderful experience.
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4525 Collins Ave. / Website
By celebrity chef Nobu Matsuhisa and his partners, Nobu is one of the most famous restaurants in the world. It will always be a delight wherever you find it, and Miami Beach is no different. With a varied menu that offers different Wagyu dishes such as its famous Wagyu tacos and Wagyu gyozas. To its recommended Japanese A5 Wagyu served on tataki, hot stone, among other styles, you will enjoy the best quality meat and a unique culinary experience at this great establishment.
270 Biscayne Blvd Way / Website
Zuma Miami, located in the heart of downtown, brings chef Rainer Becker's internationally acclaimed style of modern Japanese izakaya dining to its flagship US site from the robata grill and kitchen. The menu features a variety of Wagyu cuts and dishes that range from Wagyu Sushi to different Wagyu steaks. Regardless of what you choose to eat, there are plenty of delicious options to taste, accompanied by great river views and a fantastic energy.
2257 Coral Way / Website
This family-owned boutique-like restaurant is undoubtedly one of the best Wagyu spots in Miami. This restaurant does not seek to provide a fancy dining experience. Still, it offers outstanding meals in a casual atmosphere, emphasizing the authentic steak. At The Wagyu Bar, guests can choose from American Angus Wagyu to original and rare Japanese Wagyu steaks and other flavorful dishes like its delicious Wagyu carpaccio and its famous Wagyu burgers. It is a unique experience combined with a homie feel.
1001 S Miami Ave. / Website
Sexy Fish is not just a restaurant; it's an experience. With an artistic and eccentric decoration that screams Miami! This incredible Asian eatery offers one of the most distinct menus in the Magic City for the best Wagyu dishes. From Wagyu tataki to Japanese Wagyu sirloin and other unique dishes and desserts. Don't forget to visit its incredible bathroom, one of the most instagrammable in Miami.
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