The 11 Best Steakhouses in Miami, From Classic Establishments to Over-the-Top Spectacles

• 448 Española Way, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Tucked along a touristy stretch in South Beach, The Joyce is the understated newcomer on the strip, quietly generating serious buzz. Amid the busy plaza, most visitors likely have no idea one of the city’s toughest reservations is hiding in plain sight. The intimate, sexy 45-seat dining room boasts walls adorned with a rotating series of museum-worthy art by Basquiat, and if you’re lucky, you might spot the glass-enclosed Picasso. Patio seating offers a limited menu, so opt for indoor seating to order the double-patty wagyu burger instead of the single prime beef version served outside.

The French dip sandwich, made with juicy Australian wagyu ribeye and served on a crunchy ciabatta from local bakery True Loaf, was once an off-menu secret. The sandwich became so popular that it earned a permanent spot on the regular menu, now rivaling the restaurant’s famed burger. The crispy latkes topped with Ossetra caviar should not be missed, nor should the delicate hamachi crudo. For the main course, trust your captain and order the lightly fried and buttery Japanese A5 filet ma mignon—it’s so tender you barely need a knife. Locals know Sundays are one of the best days to snag a table here, as an additional gluten-free Chinese menu is offered featuring dishes such as wonton soup, beef and broccoli, and Szechuan beef.