Miami is nicknamed the Magic City for a reason. With a city full of culture, decadent food and entertaining nightlife, there is fun to be found everywhere. This year brought fabulous new restaurants and exciting experiences galore. Discover our favorite spots around the city as we close out 2024.

Best Takeout

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Miami has no shortage of incredible restaurants; from classic steakhouses to fusion and entertainment-driven culinary creations, many eateries across the city serve delicious dishes. But with so many restaurants, sometimes options seem overwhelming. We took the stress off your shoulders with our favorite specialized takeout. See our full list here.

Best Hotels

Miami has no shortage of relaxing destinations for the ultimate staycation. See our full list of the best hotels in Miami, no matter what your needs.

Best Margaritas

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The city’s restaurant scene is sizzing hot and dining out in Miami is hotter than ever. Explore the best margaritas in the city. See our full list here.

Best Antique Stores

Adding the perfect fixture to your home is an art; sometimes, the best finds come from hidden gems. From furniture to jewelry, artwork and home decor, Miami offers various vintage antique stores. Complete with curated artifacts, here’s our list of the best antique stores in our city that offer unique finds and fixtures for your home. See our full list here.

Best Pancakes

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Few breakfast and brunch dishes compare to a stack of fluffy, delicious pancakes. Served with syrup or decked out in sweet toppings, you cannot go wrong with this morning meal. Whether you prefer them topped with fresh fruit or drowning in syrup, these flapjacks are sure to hit the spot. We've rounded up our picks for the 14 best pancakes in Miami. See our full list here.

Best Parks

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Miami presents an excellent opportunity to be outside. Whether spending the day running, looking for family-friendly activities or with your four-legged friends, immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Magic City and our favorite parks. See our full list here.

Best Brunches

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Crafting a truly unforgettable experience, brunch can be more than a meal, but a lifestyle. Treat yourself this weekend and explore some of the most delicious brunches Miami offers. See our full list of Miami's best brunches here.

Best Ice Cream

If you’re craving a cold treat, explore some of the best ice cream shops in Miami in 2024. See our full list of Miami's best ice cream spots here.

Best Burgers

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Trendy food comes and goes, but there's always that one meal that will never go out of style: a nice juicy burger. Just like gas stations and grocery stores, it's always good to know of one top-notch joint near you to sit down and eat a mouthwatering burger. That's why we’ve rounded up a list of the best burger spots in Miami. See our full list here.

Best Sushi

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Few culinary experiences compare to sushi. With the combination of geographical location in proximity to the ocean, paired with a plethora of cultures, Miami is the perfect setting to enjoy the most delicious sushi. Whether dining omakase style or enjoying creative rolls, we've rounded up the best sushi spots in Miami. See our full list of Miami's best sushi spots here.

Best Steakhouses

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Whether you prefer your steak medium, medium-rare, or rare, we have you covered. From the classic steakhouse experience to Miami’s more modern flare, here are Modern Luxury’s picks for the best steakhouses in the city. See our full list here.

Best Spas

Nothing says luxury like the a relaxing spa day. There is no shortage of wellness destinations in Miami. Whether you are looking to treat yourself or someone you love, we have the list of Miami’s best and most relaxing spas. So take a minute and indulge in some much-needed self-care. See our full list of Miami’s best spas here.

Best Italian

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From coastal traditions to homemade pasta, we've uncovered our favorite spots paying homage to Italy. See the full list here.

Best Salons

See our full list of Miami’s best hair salons here.

Best Barbers

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When it comes to modern cuts and everything in between, these five hair salons have men covered for when you need to trim your untamed locks. See our full list here.

Best Coffees

From iced and hot coffee to café con leche, Miami has it all. Coffee is in the roots of this city—with the Cuban culture and vast number of boutique specialty coffee shops and roasters, there is no shortage of caffeine here! We have rounded up our favorite coffee shops for on-the-go or to sit and relax with your favorite cup of joe. See our full list of Miami’s best coffee spots here.

Best Bars

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From creative and innovative cocktails to classics, here are the top 10 bars around Miami to explore, one drink at a time. See our full list here.

The Hardest Reservations

Since Miami’s boom in popularity over the last couple of years, the dining scene in the city has rapidly evolved, making it difficult to get a table at some of the most coveted restaurants. From Magic City classics, to some of New York City’s hottest restaurants touching down in Miami, dining without an in is getting tougher and tougher. From brunch to dinner, Miami has a distinct few restaurants that are by far the hardest reservations and most sought-after experiences. See our full list of Miami's toughest reservations to get here.

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