A Fish Called Avalon

4.4 (960 reviews)

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John G.

We tried the happy hour menu and it was delicious Shrimp tacos that were fresh and tasty. French fries that were more like steak fries. A bit salty but still very good. The burrata with crostini was maybe the best item. Service was a 5. Excellent. Attentive and friendly. The outdoor seating in the art deco district was a plus to people watch.

Kristen S.

My honey and I had our last meal in Miami here on our honeymoon trip in January. Winter is the low time as the beach is quite cold and the tourists limited, which made for a lovely, quiet date night at the rocket bar at a fish called Avalon. We sat for about 2-3 hours enjoying cocktails, oysters, mussels and paella, and chatting with the bartenders about everything over the sun. The food was fantastic and the portion sizes humongous. We were so full after our appetizers but wanted to stay and chat so ended up making our way completely through every dish. We will absolutely be back the next time we want a fancy fine dining experience on the beach!

Camille B.

We came here like we always do while staying in Miami , twice. We got the Bronzino on Wednesday and it was fabulous. Marbin was our server. He was right there when we needed him. We always get the bang bang shrimp. It was wonderful. Then we came back the night we are leaving Miami . We got the bang bang shrimp again because we love it. This time my sister got the seafood pasta. She said there was seafood in every bite. And she commented that octopus was cooked appropriately and was not rubbery. and was fresh. I got the macadamia nut incrusted fish. The topping was so good and it was placed in a yummy berry sauce. Marbin was our server again. He is so good at his job, very attentive and friendly. We had the famous key lime pie. It was perfect . We will be back the next time we are in Miami

Christine R.

We came here for cocktails and dessert. Once the waitress heard we were only here for that, she stomped off to the maitre de and had us moved! Extremely rude! Once at our new table, we had a lovely waiter who was more than happy to serve us. The table they moved us from never had customers the entire time we were there. We did have a reservation and no where does it say whether to indicate if you are there for a meal or just dessert. That being said, the key lime pie was delicious and the live music was awesome! Perhaps that waitress was having a bad night? Certainly should not have been rude to customers. We come down every year, but will think twice about returning.

Timothy W.

Took my beautiful wife to This restaurant for Valentine's Day and it was amazing. The hostess were very polite and got me to my table immediately, the manager was helpful and our server Richard was just the best! Food was 10/10, I literally have no complaints or anything to critic about. Sitting on the street was cool cause I overheard several people walking by say "I want to go here" "it's that one restaurant from the movie" and such so that cool. Definitely recommend A Fish Called Avalon and suggest it to anybody who wants great seafood right on Miami Beach.

Laken C.

Miami Beach is considered a paradise for those in love with the culinary arts, dining at a Fish Called Avalon Brought out the feeling of classic Art Deco South Florida while delivering delicious starters and appetizers, the Baked Escargot was light and buttery soaking in just the right amount of sauce when it was served, I also decided to try the Octopus as an appetizer as well, tender and chewy with a fresh taste of the ocean, The atmosphere is very lovely here especially during later in the day when the sun sets, I would recommend visiting for anyone

Anastasia K.

OH.MY.GAWD! Best oysters, Paella, key lime pie, Aimee and the rest of the staff service! I'd fly back here for all of it. You'd think I was a celebrity the way the staff treated me. Highly recommend.

Amazing experience! Service, from the maître D to Enzo, was exceptional. Ambience fantastic. Very good light entertainment. But the star was the food, no question. The bang bang shrimp was excellent. Highly recommend. Not traditional, very unique and delicious. The beet salad, yes... perfect. My wife cannot eat gluten, the waiter was knowledgeable and work closely with the chief to protect my wife. The branzino was special. For me, I loved the crab encrusted grouper. Generous crab served on a tasty bean and spinach. Highly recommend! The cream brûlée top was a little too charred, but we had such a great meal we peeled it those pieces an enjoyed.

Cathy K.

I came back after 10 years during a trip to Miami to have the macadamia crusted snapper again! It's so so delicious and my favorite meal. Alejandro was our server and he gave us the best experience.

Clyde D.

The food was delicious. The service was masterful. I couldn't think of a better location to enjoy a meal on Miami Beach.

Stephanie C.

Their orzo paella is one of the best seafood dishes I've ever eaten and I think about it all the time. May have ruined all other paella for me to be honest. The fish was fresh and so delicately cooked and each piece of orzo melted in your mouth along with the that decadent sauce. It was so filling and yet light at the same time. My husband and I had a lovely meal there and everything from their cocktails to dessert was delicious. It's been a little bit so I think their menu has changed but we also loved the dessert - a bananas foster type of dish. So good! Great service and loved the ambiance - was the perfect setting for a romantic date night.

Sidewalk seating was entertaining with people watching and live music. Food was on point and server was amazing.

Roasted beet and crispy goat cheese salad. Macadamia encrusted snapper with spinach risotto. So good!

Jennifer F.

The service, food and ambiance was amazing. I highly recommend to anyone looking for a special meal. We sat outdoors so I can't speak to the inside of the restaurant. We all enjoyed our meal. The sauces took each dish up a notch.

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Nadya R.

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4 years ago

Absolutely phenomenal food and service. This is a five-star restaurant without five-star prices. My partner and I stayed at the Avalon Hotel and were eager to try A Fish Called Avalon before our departure. We were in Miami for a week for Art Basel and a few meetings. Naturally, we dined at many restaurants throughout the week, and all were superb, but the uniqueness of the cusine at A Fish Called Avalon was hard to beat. I don't think I have had a better hummus ever! Also, hilariously, our server told me that their clam chowder was the best in the country, to which I gave a dubious look in reply. I've had clam chowder from Boston, SF, and even Vegas...and...well his claim may not be far from the truth! Everything was fresh and prepared with care. Whether you are staying at Avalon or not, you must dine at A Fish Called Avalon! read more

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Kay R.

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4 years ago

Decided to eat on the strip and we were not disappointed. The hummus and bread were a great starter. We had poke for appetizer and enjoyed the flavor. Portion is small but to be expected. The sea bass was cooked perfect and had a few dumplings that came With it. My friend has tarragon lobster tails that were very fresh and cooked perfectly. Not overdone and chewy. The food was good and a little pricey but if you decide to go there you'd already know that! I'll definitely be back to try something else. read more

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Felipe O.

2 years ago

Finally went came to eat here last night after walking past this restaurant. Food was delicious. The bang bang shrimp are spectacular as are the escargot. The macadamia crusted snapper was delicious. Not a bad plate of food. And we had a few! Service was very attentive. The space is beautiful in art deco hotel, music was great volume allowing for conversation. Highly recommend read more

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Devil In The D.

5 years ago

If you follow me, you know I seek out great places to eat, because I HATE spending good money and time on average food and service. Anyhow, this little gem on the southern end of south beach in the vintage art deco hotel Avalon is worth your time and money. One of the great things about this restaurant is the staff. They are career professionals and have been there for years, not months. You can tell because their pride comes out in their work. Which in this case is the food and service. Obviously by the name you can guess the fish is a hall mark. I warmed up with the tuna tartar, super fresh, super tasty. For dinner I went with the macadamia crusted snapper. The manager, Brian, suggested a nice white to pair...a really great night. Highly recommend, you won't be disappointed! read more

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Dan M.

5 years ago

Atmosphere was very nice , staff were great but food had no taste and pricy . Woukd like to had more flavor then the price woukd be justified, but the combination was not good. I would come back if I know the chef is replaced . read more

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James S.

3 years ago

This place was so good! The escargot was some of the best I've ever had and the award-winning Keylime pie was delicious. I would not hesitate to recommend this place to anyone. read more

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Lara T.

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One of the best meals we had in South Beach. Located at the Avalon hotel, they have been open for thirty years serving fresh fantastic seafood abs steaks. Amazing service, great location right on Beach drive. They have a nice patio out on the street as well as a beautiful dining room. They have live Latin-Caribbean music on their patio nightly. We went to the bar first for happy hour specials then were seated at our table. Decided to sit inside. Our server was friendly and very knowledgeable about the menu. We started with the lobster bisque and a Caesar Salad. This was the best lobster bisque I have ever had, so creamy but you could taste the lobster. The salad was fresh and light. For our main meals we had the Macadamia -Crusted Snapper with Spinach risotto, Raspberry Beaujolais Beurre Blanc and my boyfriend had the Black Grouper with asparagus and sweet potato mashed. Both meals were delicious, the fish was perfectly prepared. My Spinach risotto was to die for! What a great combination. For dessert we had the creme brulee which was fantastic. This place has been serving fabulous food for 30 years and I'm sure it's not about to stop. Definitely a wonderful recommendation for a nice dinner when in Miami. read more

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Robert S.

2 years ago

Dinner last night was outstanding. Sat outside to a nice breeze, good music and fantastic service. Appetizers were scallops and oysters, which were excellent. We enjoyed a spanish white with our grouper and snapper. Server was excellent and the runners were polite and quick with our food. Would highly recommend. Prices were fair as well. read more

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Salmaan K.

2 years ago

Thank you for an amazing, memorable evening. We enjoyed every bite of our anniversary meal. Bang bang shrimp, lobster tail, mojitos and key lime cheesecake! Chef Kal Abdalla is a certified culinary genius. Live music, classic car and lighting made the ambiance perfect. We can't wait to come back! Highly recommended! read more

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Chad P.

4 years ago

Great atmosphere! If you're looking the the south beach vibe, this is the place. The only thing that distracted from the ambience was the cars rolling past the restaurant with their music blaring. read more

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Peter H.

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2 years ago

Good food, rude waiter. Rude waiter trumps the review. He was all about the upsell, and no diversion from menu!

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Nicole D.

Elite 16

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3 years ago

Top tier! Food amazingly perfect. Great customer service. Great atmosphere and views.

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Lana C.

3 years ago

I ordered a tuna tartar, it wasn't tasty , and was sweet. The salad is too sour. Surprising discrepancy between reviews, rating and reality (( read more

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Alan K.

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3 years ago

Food is absolutely delicious and flavorful. Our glasses were never empty. Waitress was very nice and the live music was very pleasant.

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Tiera G.

2 years ago

The food and service was amazing. I sat at the bar and the bartender Renee S had amazing service and I really enjoy all The drinks she made.. :) I would 100% go back just to be able to get drinks from Renee !! read more

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Brittany P.

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4 years ago

This was amazing ! The food and service is always amazing. A fish called Avalon is my favourite restaurant when I visit Miami! Ambiance is top notch too! All around recommended ! read more

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Tatyana S.

4 years ago

Good food, excellent service. The picture I added is tuna tartare, it was very tasty. 2 things for minus a star: wine glass is 4 oz (please count this comparing to a bottle price when ordering). Also the stone crab claws were not what I expected: I thought about claws only taken the way to leave the crab alive, but instead it was the full "hand" meaning 2 crabs were dead for my plate. Also it was expensive and did not taste that good, I do not recommend it read more

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Tammie R.

2 years ago

We were walking by when a happy diner recommended eating here. Wow the food was amazing. Fresh and cooked perfectly. Scallops seared perfectly and hubby loved his grouper. Drinks delicious and had to try key lime pie. Great! Server knew everything we asked. Outside at 8:00 pm on Friday with music topped off our visit read more

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Yenipher B.

5 years ago

The food was amazing and the service phenomenal will be back for sure I had the clam chowder and the whole fish on a bed of basmati rice. Then the Apple pie with ice cream and caramel everything was delicious. read more

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MoJo J.

3 years ago

This place would never been confused as a value play. Like so many places in Miami this place is not grounded in reality. But, we were celebrating and it was a business dinner so why not. The Sea Bass and the Macadamia Nut Grouper were amazing. The whole Snapper not worth the effort. Three entrees, one appetizer and 6 glasses of wine totalled $390.00 18% tip included. read more

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Crystal M.

5 years ago

Great atmosphere, very attentive staff and amazing food. The cocktails were wonderful. The food and presentation were *chefs kiss*. The Pecan crusted key lime pie is the best I've ever had. Sitting outside with the ocean breeze and live guitar is an absolute must. I'll definitely return on any future trips to Miami. read more

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Tamara M.

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3 years ago

The paella is amazing! Got this for one because I was alone so portion is a bit smaller. Service was excellent. Nice live music. read more

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Carolyn R.

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I came here with my mom and we did the tasting menu. They had options for sitting inside or outside, and we sat inside with the air conditioning. This place seems like a good spot for date night or a small, intimate group. The service was charming, prompt, and very attentive. The food was SO good. We came here on an off night (Tuesday) and towards the end of the evening, so there were barely any people there. It has that old Miami vibe, much of the art inside was from the 60s or 70s, which felt a bit outdated but was charming. We did the tasting menu and there were multiple options for the first (appetizer), second (entree) and third (dessert) courses. The portions were generous and we were able to take home leftovers, which kept well. I would come back! read more

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Cat W.

3 years ago

Husband and I came here for a small bite and drinks. The food was great and the drinks were good. And I wouldn't have complained about the service... Except I overheard the host tell a new server to intentionally mislead people about the service fee (gratuity) to get 40% tips. FYI the service fee is to make sure visitors from non tipping countries tip their servers. To the servers: If that money is being distributed unfairly, take it up with your work. I would have added some to the tip if I hadn't heard that. And the server was noticeably grumpy after which made me feel like I needed to share with others so they don't feel taken advantage of. Please do tip the live music guy though. He is great. read more

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Jodee B.

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3 years ago

Lovely setting for dining and people watching on Ocean Drive. We dined outside at night. Beautiful. Service was exemplary and contributed to a wonderful evening with our visiting relatives. The entertainment live music was nice but combined with the street noise made it a bit difficult to share dinner conversation. The food was nicely presented and flavorful. Plates were high quality ingredients and presented perfectly. Flavor could have used a boost here and there. Drinks (perfect), Bread (divine), Shrimp appetizer (delicious), chopped salad (great and enough for 2), surf & turf w mashed and asparagus in sauces (ok needed flavor notes via sauces) and award winning key lime pie with pecan crust ( needed more lime) ..the takeaway, probably the best restaurant in the area and location location...We would recommend for a special evening. read more

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Cedric T.

4 years ago

Amazing food and services and unique experience. Extremely Recommended. Don't hesitate to eat at Avalon, you won't regret. read more

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Melissa H.

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This place was incredible! I'd seen it many times over the years but never tried it until recently. I went during Miami Spice and expected the menu to be "ok". In my experience, when ordering off the Miami Spice menu, its not the best quality of food but this place was different. The macadamia-crusted snapper and spinach risotto was amazing!!! I was never a fan of risotto but this one was so creamy and tasted so good! The fish was cooked perfectly and seasoned so well! I had the escargot as an appetizer and they were fantastic! For those of you who like them, then you need to try them from this place! The service was also great! Our waiter was extremely accommodating and made sure we were happy with all of our selections! I can't wait to go back and try something new! read more

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Dhara K.

7 years ago

The food was absolutely delicious here. The bang bang shrimp has been a favorite and for the right reasons. If you go to this restaurant definitely have the bang bang shrimp. Our server Gane was brilliant. From the interesting tips for the things to be mindful in Miami to the recommendations for what to eat, he was so pleasant. We had the crab cake as well as the macadamia crusted Snapper. Everything had a very distinct flavor. When we come back to Miami we will definitely make sure to stop back here again. They also have live music playing throughout the whole time. It was the best place we chose to have dinner at Miami. read more

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Layla C.

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Just perfect!!! Party of 14 and no problems! I ordered the octopus salad, and let me tell you: amazing!!! For entree I had the paella. It says it is for 2, but it does serves 3 easily read more

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Rose G.

4 years ago

Incredible! I'm visiting from Toronto, and was attracted by the live music while walking down Ocean Drive. We sat on the balcony (great for people watching), the food was fresh and delicious. I highly recommend the "Ocean View" drink-- beautiful and tasty! I mentioned to my server that it was my birthday, and they showed up with Key Lime Pie, candles and the band played Happy Birthday for me! Service was excellent, and I can't wait to come back when I'm in Miami next! read more

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B N.

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3 years ago

Delicious food and great service! Great music too. Our server Jeffrey was super! We ordered the twisted lychee & a cute drink that came in a car. Started with the bang bang shrimp, then the days' special as well as the ahi tuna-- so good! We'll definitely be back! read more

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Diane I.

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5 years ago

The best Paella I've ever had. Was light yet filling. There was a variety of seafood in one huge plate. Well balanced and fresh bites. Highly recommended! Nice outdoor seating and live music. It was my birthday and the band sang for me and I received a complimentary chocolate cake (which was absolutely delicious). read more

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Bean S.

4 years ago

NOT WORTH IT! Found TWO HAIRS in our paella, manager didn't offer to comp our meal or anything - barely even offered a "sorry." Didn't know that one of the ingredients in a $98 paella was hair. Was so excited to eat before we found them. Food looks great but for the price of this restaurant this is not the service OR quality that we're paying for. We also got their ahi tuna which did not look super fresh and was just okay. Will not be coming here again. Update: after looking at A Fish Called Avalon's Yelp page, I see they have 15 health and sanitation violations. If we found two hairs in our food, I don't even want to know what else was in there that we didn't see. Very disappointed. read more

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Olga S.

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5 years ago

Wonderful atmosphere, classy, delicious food & great live music! It was a perfect dinner spot for my birthday celebration in Miami read more

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4 years ago

From the ambience, the lovely music playing al fresco, to the delicious food. Everything was perfect! The restaurant has become one of my favorites here in South Beach! We really enjoyed our dinner tonight. I highly recommend it. You won't be disappointed read more

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I went her for a birthday dinner with friends. The service was on point. Very attentive, and our waiter did a great job of walking us through the menu. The appetizers, the octopus was fantastic. All our main dishes had wonderful presentation as well as tasted delicious! I would recommend them and I am excited to return here the next time I visit Miami. read more

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Lynn D.

2 years ago

A magical evening for a special occasion. Sat outside, which provided great ambiance - the guitar player was super talented. Our waiter was very attentive without being annoying and he was so sweet to bring us Prosecco on the house to celebrate. The orzo paella is well worth the price - chock full of fresh seafood and a whole lobster! Profiteroles for dessert were decadent and it felt really decadent that they had gelato instead of regular ice cream inside. Good cocktails, too! Highly recommend!! read more

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5 years ago

This restaurant is absolutely amazing! The manager and staff were very accommodating and ensured I enjoyed my birthday dinner! The food, service, food presentation and atmosphere with live music and art made for a magical evening. For appetizers we enjoyed the crab cake and calamari. Both were delicious! For our entrees we enjoyed the lobster tails and ribeye. Great flavor and cooked to perfection! Thank you so much for everything we'll be back the next time we're in Miami! read more

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Fran K.

3 years ago

I went to happy hour on Sunday from 6pm to 8pm. Great bites & drinks. I recommend the lobster roll, Burratta, chopped salad & tuna taretare. The TWISTED LYCHEE was delicious. Renee was a wonderful bartender. The music added to our wonderful experience. We will definitely return. read more

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Fu K.

3 years ago

Good food and good environment, love the live performance, very close to the beach. Highly recommend

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700 Ocean Dr
Miami Beach, FL 33139
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(305) 532-1727
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http://afishcalledavalon.com

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Hours

What time does A Fish Called Avalon open?

A Fish Called Avalon opens at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does A Fish Called Avalon close?

A Fish Called Avalon closes at 10:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.A Fish Called Avalon closes at 11:00 PM on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Wed 5:00 PM - 10:30 PMThu-Sun 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Payment methods

Does A Fish Called Avalon take Bitcoin?

No, A Fish Called Avalon does not take Bitcoin.

Does A Fish Called Avalon take credit cards?

Yes, A Fish Called Avalon takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does A Fish Called Avalon have catering options?

No, A Fish Called Avalon does not have catering options.

Does A Fish Called Avalon have a drive thru?

No, A Fish Called Avalon does not have a drive thru.

Does A Fish Called Avalon serve alcohol?

Yes, A Fish Called Avalon serves alcohol. Full Bar

Services

Is A Fish Called Avalon by appointment only?

No, A Fish Called Avalon is not by appointment only.

Indoor Amenities

Does A Fish Called Avalon allow dogs?

No, A Fish Called Avalon does not allow dogs.

Does A Fish Called Avalon have TVs?

No, A Fish Called Avalon does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does A Fish Called Avalon have bike parking?

No, A Fish Called Avalon does not have bike parking.

Does A Fish Called Avalon have outdoor seating?

Yes, A Fish Called Avalon has outdoor seating options.

Does A Fish Called Avalon have parking?

Yes, A Fish Called Avalon has parking options. Garage Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is A Fish Called Avalon wheelchair accessible?

Yes, A Fish Called Avalon is wheelchair accessible.

Does A Fish Called Avalon allow outdoor smoking?

No, A Fish Called Avalon does not allow outdoor smoking.

Does A Fish Called Avalon have free WiFi?

No, A Fish Called Avalon does not have free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

For more than 36 years A Fish Called Avalon has delighted guests with award-winning seafood dining on the best corner of South Beach.

History

Established in 1989.

Located in Miami Beach's historic Art Deco District, we are proud to have hosted a long list of celebrities including Harrison Ford, Emilio and Gloria Estefan, and Guy Ritchie among others. This celebrated South Beach landmark, has served as a backdrop for many films and photo shoots including Scarface, Miami Vice, Sidney Pollack's film Random Hearts, Old Dogs, with John Travolta and Robin Williams, and most recently Bad Boys 3 with Will Smith. The 1955 Oldsmobile convertible parked in front of the restaurant stands as one of the most-photographed cars in America.

Meet the Manager: Alex S.

A familiar friendly face at A Fish Called Avalon, Alex is always ready to welcome our guests with a smile. Be sure to say hi when you visit!

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Tom A.

15 years ago

I had dinner at A Fish Called Avalon a few weeks ago during Miami Spice and I have to say it was one of the best experiences I have had in a long time, especially for South Beach. My partner and his girlfriend and I went for dinner on a Sunday night. We had reservations at 7 and were promptly seated. It was not too busy when we arrived but by 8 the restaurant had filled up and the atmosphere improved. I had the bang bang shrimp which were HUGE and so tender. They melted in my mouth. For my entree I had the snapper in a raspberry beurre blanc with asapargus risotto. The risotto was amazing. Crunchy asparagus and creamy risotto. What's better than that? The snapper was delicious as well and the portion was HUGE. They do not skimp on their Miami Spice menus like some places. They had a special on a bottle of PN for $40 as part of the spice menu. Our server was very attentive and kept our glasses refilled. He answered all of our questions and gave some great recommendations. I will definitely be back and am looking forward to my next visit! read more

Evie R.

10 years ago

We went here for dinner during our girls trip. I made reservations for 7 pm weeks in advance before even traveling to Miami. We got to the restaurant a few minutes before 7 we had originally planned to sit outside but it was incredibly windy and chilly that day so we asked for a seat inside much of like what everyone else had done that day. We had a drink at the bar while we waited for our table it was close to 8 by the time we sat down. The service was wonderful. The food was delicious. Our table had the clam chowder( thumbs up), the oysters, grouper, macadamia nut snapper, piea, and the chicken. Everyone enjoyed their meals and we all agreed this place is a must visit again! It's located right on ocean drive so when it's nice out you can def sit outside and enjoy some people watching while enjoying a delicious meal. The restaurant is a little more on the dressier side which is a plus! read more

colombier b.

18 years ago

I had a great time last Saturday at A Fish Called Avalon. I picked it because the Maitre D' wasn't pushy like the other restaurants and it seemed like the most elegant sophisticated place on Ocean Drive, also it's there since 1989. I love fresh fish and seafood, specially right by the sea. My friend had a really great steak from a selection of three (aged prime meat). The Bang Bang Shrimp app is one of their signature dishes and we loved it. I'd get it as an entree next time! My Grouper was fantastic as was the Tuna Tartare I had. The wine list was large and very well chosen. Desserts were phenomenal. Service on Ocean Drive is usually not good, but here it was very attentive and professional. The manager was great, he came by the table to make sure everything was going well. As a special bonus, they play live music every night. That really sets the tone. I'll be going back for sure. read more

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Sydney D.

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Ria S.

15 years ago

The service here was excellent! The waiter was supper friendly and knowlegable about the whole menu. We had the Asian Calamari, and it was a huge portion. I was so good I devoured it in less than 5 minutes. By the time our main course came around I was so stuff I couldn't handle another bite. So I took it to go and ordered some more drinks instead. Four hours later and chomping away at the take away, it's still as amazing! Yes, it's a bit pricy, but really worth it! The food is great and so are the portions. The drinks are really strong as well. read more

Allison M.

2 years ago

We recently dined at Avalon Fish and had the lobster cocktail for an appetizer and their special seafood mixture with lobster, scallops, clams, and creamy risotto. The dish was outstanding--fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The lobster was tender, the scallops were seared just right, and the risotto was rich and satisfying. The atmosphere is chic & lively, perfect for a special night out. Service was attentive and made the experience even better. If you're in South Beach and love seafood, Avalon Fish is a must-visit. Highly recommended! read more

Mandy R.

15 years ago

This place really wasn't all that great. Maybe it's a great tourist spot, on Ocean Drive, but there are way better places in South Beach for seafood. They hard sell and upsell and you're stuck with a whopping bill equivalent to some people's paychecks. Fish is over-sauced to disguise it's age, I'd guess. Service sucks, but that is usual for Ocean Drive as well, since they always tack on auto-gratuity. When there's auto-gratuity, you can be assured of crappy service. They certainly know how to upsell their $200 shellfish plates though! read more

Alex W.

10 years ago

Very disappointed. The food is highly overpriced for the quality we received. Worst mojito I've ever had. We ordered a side of asparagus and received 5 spears for $9.00! Steak had to be sent back because it was overcooked. Second time around it was still overcooked but I didn't want to be a pain and kept it. Ordered the creme brûlée for desert-which is usually my go to at other places. It was horrible and had the texture and consistency of a rice pudding. Will never return to this establishment. read more

Joe B.

10 years ago

Food was pretty solid, had the grouper topped with crab meat. All components on the plate were executed well. Service started of strong but as the meal progressed I was completely ignored until I stood up and asked for the check. Wasn't a deal breaker but also served a very dirty glass with my beer. Thought about tipping below 20% for the first time in my life but "for my convenience" 18% gratuity was automatically added to the check left me no choice. read more

Marcus B.

8 years ago

Food was very good. We were just in Miami for the evening and wanted all of the seafood we could get our hands on. We're disappointed there. Service was also excellent. The issue we had was, going off of Yelp reviews, we didn't realize that the building is under a reface renovation. They tried to make the most of if, but there's scaffolding all over the outside of the building. Our table was situated between scaffolding pipes read more

Fran S.

14 years ago

Loved our dining experience at A Fish Called Avalon. We were seated promptly. Our waiter, Orlando, was thorough, patient, and attentive. Chef Kal's presentation of the items we ordered was exquisite - could not want for more! Every dish from appetizers to dessert were beautiful in presentation and delicious to the taste. Service was excellent. I would highly recommend this restaurant to locals and vacationers. read more

Gary T.

12 years ago

Second trip to A Fish Called Avalon and it was as good as ever. Fantastic service and I love the fact that this is a classy restaurant on South Beach that does not "hawk" the people walking by. Sit on the patio and not on the sidewalk. lobster bisque is a must, we also had a pecan crusted ono. Great choice for a romantic dinner, with great food and service. read more

Robert H.

3 years ago

My wife and I had a fabulous dinner here. The food was delicious, service by Marvin & Michael was outstanding. Our appetizers were artichoke & fish chowder; main courses were Chilean sea bass, tuna and a side of asparagus. The award-winning key lime pie tasted terrific. Although pricey, I highly recommend this restaurant. Dint miss it if you're in the area! read more

Jenna J.

12 years ago

The food is okay. there's two main problems though. The service is absolutely terrible. That goes for several places on Ocean drive, but Fish Called Avalon is especially bad. There are people that call you out when you're trying to walk by to get you to come in their restaurant and it's pretty annoying while you're eating and walking. read more

Chiara S.

4 years ago

We were staying at the Avalon Hotel and after having bad experiences on Ocean Drive restaurant we decided to give it a try to the hotel restaurant A Fish Called Avalon. They have a limited options for kids but it was ok to us. We enjoyed the food and the drinks. Desserts were very good. They serve Illy coffee. Pleasant evening read more

Mari T.

4 years ago

A friend suggested us this place. We are local and we barely go to Miami Beach, but we gave it a try. Food is fresh. Portion are old school and the taste is delicious. Table cloths to all tables make the experience outside even more comfortable. Live music is a huge plus and you MUST try the key lime pie. read more

Quincy S.

9 years ago

Everything was super delicious! Had a hard decision deciding were to eat on Ocean Drive with all the rip off restaurants....but this one is definitely THE BEST! Worth every dollar spent!!!! Our waitresses was super nice and attentive!!!! Thank you Avalon for adding more joy to my vacation!!!! read more