MIAMI BEACH RESTAURANTS

Welcome to the Delano, where for the price of an entrée you’re welcome to park your car with the valet. Defining nineties chic, the Delano is a destination point gawk-a-thon for visitors and locals from all walks of life. If imitation is a form of flattery, hotel proprietor Ian Schrager ought to be stoked. Literally creating an international movement in interior design with the Delano, superstar designer Philippe Starck has transformed the historic building into Miami Beach’s supermodel of properties.

Tourists traipse through the impeccably appointed corridors of the Delano, aching for a glimpse of anybody who’s somebody, and few are disappointed. The anchor restaurant of Miami’s darling boutique hotel is the Blue Door, featuring New York and Paris based Claude Troisgros’ impeccably designed Florida inspired French cuisine.

The food is precious; dainty portions of local and imported delicacies, with whopping price tags to match. Preferred seating is on the garden deck, amidst diaphanous sheets of blowing white linen and overstuffed, luxurious banquettes. The adjacent Rose bar is a who’s who of fashion industry movers and shakers. Lighter appetites check out Blue Sea, the Delano’s in-house sushi and raw bar.

Have you tried Blue Door?  Review it

Reviewer: Twaunette from Miami, FL Recommended: Yes Overall Rating: Service: 5-Excellent Ambiance: 5-Excellent Food Quality: 5-Excellent Value for Price: 5-Excellent Review:  It was great. The service was great and the restaurant itself is so beautiful.

Reviewer: Tenile R. from Las Vegas, NV Recommended: Yes Overall Rating: Service: 5-Excellent Ambiance: 5-Excellent Food Quality: 5-Excellent Value for Price: 3-Fair Review:  I now know why the Blue Door is a five-star establishment. The service was flawless and the food was everything I hoped it would be - amazing. We dined at an outside table overlooking the garden area - it was so romantic! Everywhere you looked there were models and beautiful people dressed to the nines. If you are looking to treat yourself or someone special make a reservation here.