Smith & Wollensky is what happens when a steakhouse starts believing its own mythology a little too much. Yes, the space is polished and tries very hard to feel like an occasion--but the experience doesn't quite keep up with the self-importance. Service comes in strong and then quietly unravels, like everyone collectively decided mid-shift to stop trying. The steak? Fine. Not bad, not thrilling--just... there. Which would be acceptable anywhere else, but at these prices, "fine" feels almost insulting. Sides show up with all the personality of an afterthought, and nothing really earns the level of hype the place leans on. read more

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We came here for a girls' trip birthday dinner, and when we first walked in we thought, yes... this is the vibe! You walk through the bar area into a large dining room with music playing, people laughing, glasses clinking, and everyone clearly enjoying their meals and socializing. It felt lively, festive, and exactly what we were hoping for. Then... plot twist. The hostess led us all the way to the back of the restaurant -- past the kitchen, down a hallway, past the outdoor seating area -- and into a small back room that felt like it might be reserved for a completely different crowd. Bright overhead lighting, no music, and a slightly awkward "library at dinner time" kind of vibe. Definitely not the birthday energy we had just walked through! That said, the service was good and attentive. Our waitstaff took great care of us -- not overly doting, but friendly and on top of things. The food was really good, and everyone in our group enjoyed their meals. They even brought out a crème brûlée for the birthday girl, which was a very nice touch. I didn't try it myself, but the reviews from the table were very positive! After dinner, we wrapped things up and migrated to the bar area for a drink, which honestly matched the fun atmosphere we were originally looking for. Overall, I would definitely recommend this restaurant! Just a small tip: If you need bright overhead lighting to read the menu and prefer zero music, the back room might be your spot. Otherwise, I'd definitely suggest requesting a table in the larger dining area where the energy is much more lively and fun. read more

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I don't normally write reviews however, I had to make an exception this time. My husband and I dined here on Sunday evening, and I have to say the ambience was amazing. I can definitely understand why this place is such a hot spot. We started with salads as an appetizer, and for my entrée I had the most delicious sea bass it was truly out of this world. My husband ordered the filet, which was cooked perfectly. What really stood out to us was the service, which truly brought the entire experience together. Jennifer greeted us with such a warm and pleasant smile and was extremely professional throughout the evening. She and her partner, Natalie, worked seamlessly together and made us feel genuinely taken care of. We later found out that Jennifer was a new employee and had only been there for two or three days, which honestly made her service even more impressive. Kudos to her you can truly tell she loves what she does. read more

Had an amazing experience at smith! We started off with french onion soups then moved on to a surf and turf accompanied by the mashed potato's and huge cesar salad. Words can't described how amazing the quality of the food a taste was. san our serve daniel and John were fantastic. The sweetest guys. We finished off with the crème brûlée and it was to die for. We will definitely be back and we will sit with these servers. read more

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Smith and Wollensky is a long standing establishment in South Point Miami Beach. I've been coming here since I was a little girl. Inside the restaurant is nice but sitting outside bar area or outside tables is where the real magic is. I had my first oysters here back in the days and I can vouch for them. The only thing is that through the years you never created a happy hour menu for your bar area. It would be nice in today's economy. But nonetheless, if you have never made your way out to S&W I highly recommend. Great surf and turf and oysters! read more

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First, you cannot beat the location! We sat on the patio and had a beautiful sunset view. The service is also really great, both servers who were helping us were friendly and attentive. We only ordered drinks and appetizers which I think was frowned upon however what we did get was delicious, especially the oysters which were so fresh! read more

Killer water views at the bottom of South Beach. Pro-tip, you can order the burger any time, even at dinner when it's not officially on the menu. A luxe burger experience! Parker House Rolls: Classically famous. They're served warm. Fluffy and airy. And the butter is whipped, so it spreads nicely. Some herbal hints with the rosemary on top. It's such a conundrum because you'll want to devour the whole thing, but you have a lot of food coming. Burger: An excellent deal at like $22 for a top-notch burger and fries. I think they use their own ground beef blend, which includes steak trimmings. That's probably why it is so much better than a Five Guys burger. Super thick. Comes with a lot of veggie toppings. Only thing was that I didn't care for the sweet pickle on the side; I prefer sour dill. The fries were plentiful and crispy. Baked Alaska: Old school luxe. Definitely save room for dessert! The meringue is torched right by the table. Then the rum is ignited and poured over the whole thing. There's a huge layer of marshmallow-like meringue, tasting excellent with that sear and the rum. Then a dense layer of rum raisin ice cream, with some big soaked raisins. Finally a cakey layer at the bottom. It went was delicious and went down so smoothly. Felt like a steal for $20. read more

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I've had the pleasure of dining at Smith & Wollensky (S&W) in NYC located on 3rd Ave., for power lunches and dinners on many occasions. Each meal and service worthy of the next. On our most recent Miami Beach visit, our meal experience for lunch at this particular location had us coming back again. Returning to S&W was not due to exceptional service from servers at the outside bar. Unfortunately service was lackluster, unless you knew them personally. Our return was mainly for the food and outdoor ambiance. Our choices for lunch were perfectly prepared. The Jumbo Shrimp, were indeed jumbo and succulent. Fritto Misto, mountainous crisp and flavorful. And the Tuna Tartare with the Rye Tuile thingy was a mash up of vibrant flavors. We returned another day for drinks at the outdoor bar to capture the early evening ambiance and a stellar steak and seafood dinner in the dining room. The exterior service was still the same...lackluster. I'm aware that the outdoor is more casual, but service I think should be in line with the global Smith & Wollensky name. Dinner reservations proved to be the top notch, charm we were looking for. Attentive service by career waiters and staff, with seasoned professionals keeping the S&W name afloat. Regardless of the errs in their juxtaposition servicing ways, we will be back as the view, atmosphere plus food are well worth an additional visit. My hope is for better service that is to be expected at such a premier and global acclaimed high $$$$ restaurant. What's good for the interior, should also be good for the exterior. read more

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Visited for the first time last night and I honestly don't understand why this place has a 3.5-star rating. We'd always been a little hesitant to try it because of the reviews, but it's always packed every time we walk by. For our anniversary, we decided to give it a chance and wow, we're so glad we did. We made a reservation and were seated by the water. Our server and runner, Jose and Henry, were outstanding super attentive, incredibly friendly, and very knowledgeable about the menu. They gave great recommendations and were on top of everything throughout the night. The ambiance is fantastic, especially the outdoor seating by the water. There's nothing like enjoying dinner with the Miami skyline as your backdrop. We started with bread and oysters, then ordered the lobster, ribeye, and truffle mac and cheese. Everything was delicious. The ribeye was easily one of the best I've had perfectly cooked medium-rare with an incredibly flavorful crust. The lobster was amazing (I honestly wished I'd ordered a second one, but we already had way too much food!). The truffle mac and cheese was rich, balanced, and absolutely delicious. For dessert, they surprised us with a complimentary chocolate cake for our anniversary and let me tell you, it may be the best chocolate cake I've had in Miami. It's intensely chocolatey without being overly sweet, which makes it dangerously easy to eat. The name "Giant Chocolate Cake" is no exaggeration it's huge! The cream served with it balanced everything perfectly. We left with leftovers because the portions were generous and I'm definitely not complaining (actually excited to enjoy it again throughout the week). If I had one suggestion, it would be that the hostess could have been friendlier and a bit more accommodating, especially considering we had a reservation in place. All in all, we were pleasantly surprised by how much we loved this place. We'll definitely be coming back more often, especially since it's right around the corner. Highly recommend giving it a try read more

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Decided to come to start the new year with a good lunch and well I was a bit disappointed !! The food was ok, the service was mediocre at best !!! Several tables around complained of the service. For example our meat was overcooked and the table next to us had their's either overcooked or undercooked, and when the manager was called and he was quite dismissive of the issues. The fact that it's January 1 - should in no way be an excuse, not sure if it's worth the costs to come back !! read more

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If you're looking for a dinner that feels both elevated and effortlessly relaxed, our recent evening at Smith & Wollensky in South Point Park, Miami Beach was exactly that -- especially with the outdoor seating and that show-stopping steak. Ambience & setting We were seated outside, right on the terrace overlooking the water, and honestly the view sets the mood. You've got shimmering channel waters, yachts/boats drifting by, and the palm-leaf breeze mixing with the glow of the patio lights -- it feels like "Miami magic" minus the nightclub chaos.: It's worth noting: the outdoor tables are first-come, first-serve. We arrived a little early to catch golden-hour light and it absolutely paid off--dinner with that warm sunset glow added something special. The star of the meal: the tomahawk We opted for the tomahawk steak and wow--it delivered. Thick, richly marbled, with a dramatic presentation (yes, that big bone and all). The flavors hit just right: char on the outside, perfectly pink inside, juicy, and satisfying in that "this is a landmark steak dinner" way. We paired it with a few sides and generous bread/butter to start. Everything worked together. End with the chocolate cake which is rhetorical largest slice of cake you will ever see. Service & extras Service was polished but not overly formal -- the kind of attentiveness you hope for without feeling stiff. Our waiter checked timing carefully (especially given the larger cut we'd ordered) and gave good pacing between courses. Also, the outdoor water-view setting naturally invites more of a relaxed pace -- we lingered, enjoyed our drinks, and the night breeze made it easy to stay at the table longer. Things to keep in mind / for next time * Get outside if you can. If the weather cooperates, the patio beats the indoors for ambiance. Just arrive early or plan to hang while you wait. * Be prepared for premium pricing. Large cuts like the tomahawk come with the steakhouse price tag; you're paying for the view + the cut. * Parking/valet can add up. Being at South Point Park & Miami Beach means parking/valet may be extra. * Reserve inside, but ask about outdoor. We reserved for inside but requested outdoor; while we got lucky, it's hit-or-miss being placed outside since it's first-come. * Dress accordingly. While not ultra-formal, a smart-casual look fits the setting nicely (you don't want to feel under-dressed for waterfront steak dinner). Bottom line If you're in Miami Beach and want a steak dinner that feels like an event -- outstanding cut (the tomahawk), gorgeous outdoor setting, waterfront breeze -- Smith & Wollensky checks all the boxes. Sit outside, order big, and savor the moment. read more

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This is a Miami classic. the restaurant is very beautiful inside, and the seating outside is beautiful, right on the water, at south pointe. Our waiters were very friendly. Almost immediately they brought out buttery salt bread that was delicious. We started with the shrimp cocktail appetizer with delicious plump shrimp. The accompaniments were what you get when you order oysters: the cocktail sauce and the mignonette. It was delicious on top of shrimp. For mains we all had salads and added on tenderloin tips. The tips lacked flavor. i had to add salt and i rarely need to do this. they also were all overcooked. i ordered mine medium rare but it was completely grey inside. for a steakhouse, this is disappointing. They apologized with a huge slice of chocolate cake was DEVINE. i would recommend coming for cocktails and apps and enjoying the beautiful views. read more

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This was our third year in a row at the restaurant. We sat outside by the rocks and water and it was beautiful! We always look forward to their food and they cooked it to perfection. Our servers Marco T and Ronald were right on top of things. A very pleasant anniversary experience once again! read more

Hands-down, the best lunch spot in Miami Beach. The food, the breeze, people watching, it's got it all. And prices are surprisingly reasonable for the excellent quality and gorgeous location.. Ask to sit with Marc and Emre. They take care of you like family. The rest of the staff are great, too, of course. Enjoy! You deserve it :) read more

Truly wanted to give this a 5 stars but something was just off about the steak and tuna, I am not a chef but my taste buds say sometimes less is more and I truly think both were too over seasoned. The carb cake however was excellent, love the sauce. The bread was nice and warm, the fries and spinach were also great. Before being seated we were standing there waiting because the host seemed busy but then she got back and we felt invisible, once seated the staff was friendly, a bit slow but friendly. Inside outdoors seating, fine dining experience. Truly think that Smith & Wollensky is a gem in South Point Miami Beach, such a great location and history but I think they can up their game because with such high prices the food and service needs improving for a better customer experience. Cheers though. read more

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Service, drinks and ambiance A++++!!! Why have I not come here sooner?!! OMG, an incredible view from the outdoor bar and inside it feels like an old school steak house! I'll definitely be back for an all around dinner with the family! read more

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Smith & Wollensky is an iconic steakhouse located south of 5th St. on the beach. I came here for a graduation party and the food, service, and ambiance did not disappoint. We were a group of 35 and dined indoors on the main floor with a beautiful view of the cruise ships leaving Port of Miami and awesome people watching right out of our window. We started the evening with a drink from the outdoor bar area and it was lively with quick service. I opted for the mojito and it was refreshing, although not as strong as I like my mojitos. Our group had the pre-fixed menu. For my appetizer, I went with the Caesar salad, which was fresh. The main course I went with the filet mignon, medium rare, and it was a little too "rare" for my liking but still amazing. For dessert, I went with the coconut cake, and it was very fresh and a huge serving. Pro Tip: Valet is cheaper ($15) then regular parking and worth it! read more

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Impressive! From the wait staff to even the disposable towels in the restroom. Everything was so amazing. The bread, phenomenal. The filet mignon and Maine lobster tail. WOW. Smoked pineapple, interesting! Chocolate cake. Seriously good. Can't beat lunch by the water. Beautiful views and delicious food with kind customer service. Just beautiful. read more

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An absolutely awful experience. One member of our party ordered the filet and they brought out a ribeye and when we told them it was the wrong order, they just said "well here take it and we'll make it a filet." You would think that for a restaurant as expensive as this, the response would have been, "I'm so sorry. Let me correct that for you immediately." Another member of our party had a hair on her plate. When we asked for a manager and told him what happened, he was very disinterested. They offered us free dessert and when we declined they said they would handle the bill. Instead they brought the bill and the only discount was a reduction in the price of the ribeye to match the price of the filet. Absolutely insane. We will NEVER eat here again. read more

Definitely on the pricier side but it is also a very nice location. In the late afternoon you can see big cruises sailing by with people cheering the Sail Away parties. We went for a late lunch to celebrate a farewell party. I had Yellowfish Tuna that came with a coconut carrot puree, wild rice and some veggies. It had tamarind sauce but it wasn't too strong. The fish was well made and sweetness from the puree was a nice balance to the nutty wild rice. For larger parties, gratuities are added which is usual for restaurants in this area. So, just check. read more

We came here for a birthday dinner. My daughters are local but I am from out of town. Our serving team of Henry and Simon were outstanding! They made our experience so wonderful! We sat outside which has stunning views. If you have been to South Pointe you know you get a beautiful view of the city and of ships and boats coming in and out. The views are stunning! We started with a tuna tartare. It was delicious and we enjoyed it! You also start with bread service which was really good! We then had a sea bass, filet mignon and whipped potatoes. The portions are generous and the flavors are top notch! The Sea Bass also has a shrimp risotto which added a nice touch to the fish. Very good! Celebrating my birthday there was wonderful. They give you a wonderful, I mean wonderful, piece of chocolate cake and our waiter sang too. I can't say enough about our serving team. They were so kind, wonderful and knowledgeable. Truly grateful to have eaten here! 5 star experience for sure! Thank you Henry and Simon! P.S. It's dark outside so pictures are a little dark too. read more

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The drinks and the bartender were fantastic. But once we were seated the service was terrible. We kept having to ask for water and were ignored. When the food came it was over-cooked, dry, and flavorless. It was absolutely not worth the price and we will not be returning read more

Had my son's rehearsal dinner here last weekend and it was an exceptional event from start to finish. Special credit to Autumn Lorenzo for all of her help in making the dinner so special! read more

We've eaten at other S&W locations and it's one of our favorites. We chose the Miami location to celebrate our anniversary. The service was not what we've come to expect from S&W. There was smoking in the outdoor eating area. Our appetizer was not cleared before our salads came. Our salads were only halfway gone when our mains showed up. We never had an opportunity to order additional drinks. Instead of the usual service we've come to appreciate, it felt rushed and clumsy. We were initially overcharged (two salads instead of one). Paid full price because a manager never checked in with us during the meal. Allowing smoking in the outdoor seating area of a restaurant might be a geographical issue - we really wish someone would have told us. Everything else was a service issue. Sad we spent our anniversary and $300.00 here. read more

Will return. Next to South Pointe Park, this steak house has great location, service and food. Spoon on the bread is a first. Maybe they know I drink butter -:) ... if I've to pick a bone from eggs, it's their wiped butter - pls serve real butter. We've tomato salad chowder burger All are delicious. The chowder is the best so far. It's the first time trying something other than steaks and I'm happy to report, that their huge burger is as delicious. This location is so much nicer and better than the original one in New York, that's opened in 1977. I used to go there, like once a year or so. But in 2015, it soured me so much, I vowed not to return: the rudeness of the waiter, from the Warren Buffett effect, imho. read more

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Megan, ryan and Joe gave me the best service, Ryan put me on to the best drink ever! Passion fruit martini!!!!!!!! Now I'm going to get it everywhere unfortunately he had to leave but Megan and Joe took care of me after!! read more

After picking up our marriage certificate at the courthouse in Miami Beach, we decided to celebrate with a little happy hour before a dinner reservation we had planned later that Friday evening. Smith & Wollensky in the South of Fifth neighborhood was the perfect place to mark the occasion! This steakhouse is a go-to for tourists and locals alike for its great food and intracoastal views. We decided to sit at the main bar and were helped by an amazing bartender (I believe their name was Genie). We kept things very simple by splitting an order Tableside Steak Tartare ($27) and their complementary bread rolls with butter. I also ordered a cocktail, their Whistlepig 6 Yr Piggyback Rye ($23). The complementary bread rolls are humongous, the perfect steakhouse portion! They come out so warm and fluffy and are complemented by a pinch of salt on the top. You can also tell the butter is homemade! The bartender got us another basket of these rolls when the Steak Tartare for served. If you aren't careful, these will fill you up before you have your dinner! The Tableside Steak Tartare was prepared with bone marrow. This was a nice twist to differentiate from other steak tartare dishes at competing steakhouses. The richness of the bone marrow complemented the quality of the tartare. Served with several grilled crostinis, you now have yourself a very delicious dipping situation. The Whistlepig 6 Yr Piggyback Rye was their version of a custom Manhattan. It is prepared with your choice of dry or sweet vermouth, a perfect combo, on the rocks with an orange twist, and your choice of a luxardo cherry or a maraschino cherry. The cocktail was very strong and served in a large martini glass! Genie didn't skimp on the alcohol or on the pour at all! It very much felt worth the price paid, especially in today's day and age where watered down cocktails that are more ice than alcohol are constantly being upcharged. Thank you to Genie and the entire staff for making our brief happy hour so amazing! We can't wait to be back sometime in the future for dinner! read more

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Typical Miami BS... bartenders outside are terrible. Took us over an hour just to close our tab. I even ordered a new drink, just to get the tab and they never brought us the drink. Asked to close the tab multiple times and was told to talk to the next bartender, next bartender told us to talk to the next one... considering this is a great place to visit, the service should be more on point. You can do better SM. read more

I had heard so much about this place and finally got to come and check it out myself! We got a seat outside on the water which was really nice. I'm a dirty martini lover and you get to pick everything about it, I of course got blue cheese stuffed olives! Everything we had was delicious. We had the crab cake which is actually basically crab!!! The wagyu carpaccio and shared the sea bass. It was a perfect amount of food for the both of us. Definitely recommend. read more

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I would like to say; the ambiance was absolutely AMAZING. The food food was 5 stars out of 5. The service was top notch, I have been to many great restaurants but have never been served with class and excellence. Our servers made me feel so special as if I was the only thing that mattered. Paulo and Henry were incredible they were very attentive to my needs and knowledgeable of the menu and assisted me with making phenomenal choices for my 50th birthday dinner. read more

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We decided to eat outside, but ended up being swarmed by flies. The staff members broke out their secret remedy (torched ground coffee and hot sauce with pepper. That took care of the flies, and we were able to enjoy our meal. The Cajun Ribeye was excellent, while the lobster tails, fried onions, and broccolini were also good. All in all, I would return. read more

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Amazing steak and side dishes. Service was fast and friendly, both our waiter and waitress were spectacular! The manager, Sebastian, was fantastic! He provided complimentary service for our special occasion and ran us through the story of our delicious steak cuts! The inside was nice lighting and great views of water! Highly recommend anyone seeking a top of the line dinner for any occasion. read more

3 1/2 stars and a spot on my placeholder list. I came by the other night after nice and enjoying the sunset on South Pointe. Granted we came in with no reservation and around 7 PM. We were able to get a table for two upstairs with a nice view and our waiters were pretty pleasant. However, they were the bearer of bad news. After waiting a while, they came out to say that they had run out of tomatoes and or the cheese for a Burrata salad. The story of the missing ingredients continued when they didn't have the components of the table side, baked Alaska. That performance to the presentation would definitely make a great ending to date night. The old Cuban I ordered (ostensibly rum and Prosecco) felt like it had no alcohol, like I was just having lemonade. My friend's Mojito actually had more of a kick. The above being said, their bread rolls had a nice sheen to it and were fluffy and tasty with the butter. My friend said that she liked her soup and both the truffle fries as well as the Mac & cheese were delicious and nicely portioned. I also like that, the crème brûlée had a crispy crust and was garnished nicely with raspberries. I'd likely come back again, perhaps the reservations, but I want to make sure that when I order something they do have it to actually serve. read more

I have been here in multiple occasions but nothing compares to my recent visit. It is currently undergoing renovations (or so there's a sign in front that says it), which was a bummer because I expected to see it on the inside. However, to my surprise you could not see anything. Luckily, we had a reservation as it was packed and they only had first come first serve tables outside at the time. We were celebrating an anniversary and any employees we spoke to wished us a happy anniversary, which was such a nice touch. The bread is to die for, I could eat it everyday! As for the appetizers, I highly suggest the bacon. It practically melts in your mouth. We also did the Caesar salad (sooooo much food) which was pretty standard. If you order two apps, I suggest sharing an entree cause we were so full. The filet mignon was cooked to perfection and melts in your mouth. Finally, we ended with a surprise anniversary cake "slice" (the slice was huge!) that was a perfect sweet treat! Definitely recommend this to all! read more

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Fantastic view of the cruise ships passing through. Traditional NYC steakhouse with all the great options prepared properly. Excellent service with experienced team. read more

If I could give this place 11 stars, I would! Wow! If you're in Miami and looking for a nice steakhouse, this is the place I would recommend! It is a bit pricey, but worth it! It's located off South Pointe and Washington Ave, right off the water where the cruise ships pull out of port, and a great view of downtown the distance. I cannot say enough about all of the food we had, but it was delectable! We met up for dinner with my sister's friends who happened to be in the area at the same time. We got a variety of different dishes from steak to seafood dishes, and a few different side dishes. We were seated at a round table inside with a view of the water and downtown. Of course we had to step outside to take photos by the water. Our server was fabulous, and she took care of us from beginning to end. She was attentive to our whole dinner party, and even was happy to make sure she surprised my sister with birthday treat when I let her know of the occasion. If I'm ever here again, I would love to come and get their Swinging Tomahawk steak dish! Yummmm! Thank you Smith & Wollensky staff for a memorable experience! read more

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Lunch at Smith & Wollensky Miami Beach was excellent. I had the Gorgonzola-crusted filet, perfectly cooked and packed with flavor, alongside crisp asparagus and creamy whipped potatoes. The service was great as usual and the setting by the water added to the experience--classic steakhouse done right. read more

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Can't say enough good things about this place! A. The interior is stunning, with spectacular views, but mainly B. The staff was incredibly accommodating, helpful and kind. We had a bit of a accidental arrival at this restaurant, but were immediately given a place to keep our suitcase, and the manager advocated for us to be seated with a nice view literally made our day. The food was fabulous, and so were the rolls. Overall we had a wonderful lunch and can't wait to come back! read more

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Love S & W! Was treated to an amazing dinner here. We opted to sit outside looking out the water which was very relaxing, and the views were amazing! To start, their bread basket is so yummy! They bring out the bread in a round formation and you pull out a piece as you desire. We had the shellfish tower for two which was surprisingly very filling. Lobster tail, jumbo shrimp, oysters oh my!! The filet mignon was unbelievable! Perfectly seasoned and cooked! Had it with a side of mashed potatoes.. Cat wait to go back! read more

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I went to Smith & Wollensky the day before Thanksgiving to celebrate family being together. The ambiance of the restaurant was very elegant and inviting. The dining room area where we ate dinner was beautiful, we sat in a corner table right against these big picture windows overlooking the water. We even saw a couple cruise ships throughout the duration of our dinner! They also have a beautiful outdoor seating area as an option which would be a wonderful option on these cool Miami nights we have been having! The service was great, our waitress was very attentive and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the dinner. Overall the service was exceptional. All of our drinks were prepared with perfection throughout the night. The food was amazing... We ordered the seafood tower for 6! It was delicious! It came with Maine lobster tail, crab cocktail, jumbo shrimp, oysters, octopus cocktail, tuna tartare! We then each ordered our Entrees. The steaks were perfectly cooked to how we ordered them, they were tender and flavorful. The fish was light and fluffy and tasted great! For sides we ordered Truffled Mac and Cheese and Creamed spinach. Two of my favorite sides to order and this was the best Truffle Mac and Cheese and Creamed Spinach I have had yet!! I will definitely be returning to Smith & Wollensky! read more