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Delicious! Came for my friends birthday and we tried the Miami spice menu for $65. First off, best service I've had in a restaurant in a long time. We were greeted warmly, sat promptly, and our waitress explained all the menu items to us. She checked in on us often too! The restaurant is beautiful, smells amazing, and is warm and inviting. We ordered everything on the miami spice menu except the lamb belly! Top choices were for sure: the potatoes appetizer, the branzino, and the quesillo dessert! Each bite was delicious with a unique combination of flavors and ingredients that really stood out. This was truly an experience and I highly recommend if you're a foodie! Highly deserving of the Michelin stars they have received.
My husband and I visited Stubborn Seed while on vacation in Miami after hearing great things and seeing the Michelin star recognition. We've dined at well over a dozen Michelin-starred restaurants, so we came in excited and with a good sense of what to expect from this style of dining. The restaurant itself is beautiful. The dining room is intimate with a relatively small number of tables, and the open kitchen creates a great atmosphere. The space is dark and moody with unique artwork, comfortable seating, and a level of attention to detail that carries throughout the entire experience. The staff was excellent, attentive without being intrusive, and every interaction felt polished and professional. When making a reservation, you're required to select either the 6-course or 9-course tasting menu in advance. We initially chose the 6-course menu but upgraded to the 9-course because we were concerned the portions might be too small. In hindsight, that concern was justified. The craftsmanship of the food is undeniable. Every dish was beautifully plated and technically impressive. Standout courses included the yellowtail, which had a wonderful lingering spice, and an oyster preparation that incorporated multiple elements and textures in a very creative way. We also added the Australian Wagyu enhancement, which ended up replacing the duck course. While the portion was only a couple of small slices, it was one of the best bites of the evening. The accompanying mushroom, puree, and reduction sauce were outstanding. Dessert was another highlight. The olive oil cake combined fruit, floral elements, cookies, and multiple textures in a way that felt refined and balanced. Nothing throughout the meal was overly rich or heavy-handed. Every course was thoughtful, nuanced, and technically well-executed. For drinks, I highly recommend the Mango Tree cocktail. It tasted like an elevated mango lassi and was one of my favorite parts of the evening. Our biggest criticism is the portion size relative to the price. Even after nine courses, my husband was still hungry at the end of the meal. I was satisfied, but just barely. If you're someone with a larger appetite, I would strongly recommend eating something beforehand or planning for a late-night snack afterward. The wine pricing was also difficult for us to justify. While we understand restaurant markups, several selections felt significantly overpriced compared to what could be purchased at retail. Our final bill for two 9-course tasting menus, two glasses of wine, a cocktail, and the Wagyu enhancement came to over $660 before tip. Overall, Stubborn Seed absolutely delivers on creativity, technique, presentation, service, and atmosphere. If this is your first Michelin-star experience, it's a fantastic introduction to fine dining. However, if you've visited many Michelin-starred restaurants before, be prepared for exceptionally small portions and a very high price point. Would we recommend it? Yes, for the culinary artistry and experience. Would we personally return? Probably not. While we appreciated the quality and craftsmanship, the value proposition wasn't there for us given the portion sizes and overall cost.
Since moving to Miami Beach I have been trying all the restaurants in the area and I have to say Stubborn Seed came to impress!!! The service from Stephen was top notch and the food was confidently the best I've had in the area (and the competition is steep). I tried the spice and all the portions were huge I left feeling extremely full. Highly recommend trying this location before the spice is over and go with friends so you can see everything they have to offer! Can't wait to go back.
The food will take you places. Our journey was magical and special in so many ways. My daughter and I went here for dinner on vacation and I don't know where to start.. we had so many dishes because we choose to go with the full dining experience and it was sooo worth it and I completely understand why they have a Michelin star! Ousters, pork loin, macaron with caviar (life changing) the service was amazing as the staff goes above and beyond explaining each dish to elevate the experience. Being able to see the staff work on each dish and the feel of the restraint fit perfect and as far as the ambiance you can definitely see and feel the chef's personality through the restaurant and employees alike.
Stubborn seed was a bit of an enigma for me, perhaps because I was swept up in the michelin star rating which set my expectations higher. This was without doubt the most casual starred restaurant I've dined at. Service was fine, but should there be missing place settings and lapses in resetting? Runners who brought food ranged from those who knew the dish perfectly to a few who struggled with the ingredients. Now, let's get real, did this diminish my enjoyment? Absolutely not, but it was a surprise. We're accustomed to much more polished service at home and when visiting Miami. Perhaps the biggest negative is that there wasn't a single course that wowed me. Some were very good, and some that I really didn't enjoy. Again, a matter of taste perhaps, and always a risk with a tasting menu. Following that, as others have said, the restaurant is quite dark. I would have loved to be able to better see some of the dishes brought to me. There is no lighting on the table and the room is very dark. The first course (bread) was very nice, and I enjoyed the creative miso butter that accompanied. In contrast, I had high hope for the Raviolo course, but it had an intensely bitter green (think brocolli rabe bitter), and all of us found it off putting. The main course, duck was the strongest of everything served. I would suggest giving a try to decide for yourself, but this was not one of the stronger dinners we've enjoyed in Miami.
Barren Seed For a milestone birthday I wanted to go with something that represented living vicariously through the life of someone who attained a career I once dreamed of. Not saying I'm unhappy at all with my career, but most people who know me also know from early on I aspired to become a renowned chef. Limitations at the time didn't make that possible, but the culinary arts remain a core part of who I am. Entered how impressed we were last year with the Miami Spice menu that on the spot I selected Stubborn Seed as the venue for my milestone birthday. Enter a process, meal, and aftermath made to the horror model of movies like Sinners. Let me start with the reservation. I booked in October 2025 to ensure we would have the place booked for my birthday. At the time we had a placeholder menu which we would adjust closer to the date. I was told then the 6 course menu would not be available. Closer to the date I saw on the website the 6 course menu was indeed available. In reaching out to the team member who took my reservation and contract, she told me the 6 course menu was not available on Fridays. From what you can see in the pictures, it was available. Then we wonder why Miami gets the reputation it does... ...finally we settled on the 6 course meny after all. My party showed up and we had a great time. Most courses were really solid. Notable was the first course, the cured Ginger & Citrus Cured Japanese Yellowtail. Everything kept moving in a definite crescendo until the let down of the main course. The Koji Marinated Lamb Loin was better billed as the "mini loin" as it was indeed incredibly small. I considered summoning Avenger level superpowers to reduce my people in size to the Wasp to make this work somehow. Unfortunately I don't possess such superpowers. If only. But that was not all. Wait for it... ...There was not one single acknowledgment by anyone in the restaurant staff about my milestone birthday. Not a thank you for selecting us. Not a mention by the manager or anyone on the staff. Not even a gesture during dessert. Even the most elegant of restaurants do something. Even a plated decoration acknowledging the occasion would have sufficed. I wasn't asking for Longhorn Steakhouse staff type of fanfare but something would have been adequate. Nothing. But wait, there's more... ...when settling the check I mentioned I had prepaid for the 10 tasting menus ahead of time leaving on premises consumption for payment on site. At the restaurante they looked into it and came back with that the prepayment was never charged. Given I was with my guests that was neither the time nor the place, so I settled the bill with the intent on checking this later. I did and they had indeed double charged me $2,000. Needless to say I had to bring this up to them including opening a dispute with my credit card after days went by without a follow up on where my refund stood. No offense ladies and gentlemen, but this mistake should have never taken place in the first place... All in all, not even they have the power to ruin what was one of the most memorable evenings of my life. Why? because I was surrounded by some of the most amazing human beings who took time to share this birthday with me. I love them and am grateful to have them in my life. That was the main event. The hopes was having a similar amazing experience with the meal at Stubborn Seed would be the icing on the case. It was not. Fortunately for me they didn't add anything, but more importantly, they didn't take anything away. That said, since Michelin doesn't judge a restaurant for portion size or service, I thought I myself would take something away - the veil on a restaurant that is evidently self indulgent and does not and will not care about you. You are not the star, and you never will be. Recommendations: Read "Unreasonable Hospitality" by Will Guidara - you may learn a bit just from the title itself, more if you crack the book open. Attending a Hospitality program somewhere (doesn't have to be Cornell at this point!)
Somewhat underwhelming experience across food and service. Stubborn Seed is located in the heart of south pointe where there are tons of good dining options. The restaurant is dimly lit and has a partially open kitchen. The service is not up to par for the type of experience they are trying to convey. Our waiter seemed to struggle to deliver the memorized description of each dish which can really throw a tasting menu off. For the ravioli dish we asked that the pork not be included. No substitution was made at all for the only protein on the dish which was odd enough without our waiter being so matter of fact about the lack of alternative and gawking at us like it was such a strange question. The food was good but not great. We went with the 9 course menu for $175pp. The highlights were the foie gras (but it is a pâté) and the dessert (which is by the pastry chef and was the saving grace of the meal). Our signature cocktails were very good as well. Besides that I do not have too much to say about the food. The biggest let down was the ravioli which was meant to have a runny egg yolk inside but when we broke it apart it was quite set. Overall lackluster experience and it feels like the passion just is not there - if you are well accustomed to tasting menus I would skip this one.
Wow, wow, wow... how have I not come here sooner?! Stubborn Seed in Miami Beach completely blew me away, and it's crystal clear why they've held a Michelin star three years in a row. It's beyond well deserved. We couldn't get a table and ended up at the bar, but honestly, it didn't take away from the experience at all. Our bartender/server was fantastic, recommending cocktails that were spot-on. I had the melin one and loved it and my friend had the corn and tequila cocktail, which sounded unusual but turned out to be incredible. They started us with a little bread and spread that instantly set the tone for the rest of what was to follow ..it was simple yet unforgettable. From there we had the Red Belgian Endive & Summer Peach Salad which was tarragon green, brown butter croutons, Ford's Farm lang yang with a banana & ginger vinaigrette. Unlike any salad I've ever had. Fresh, layered, and bursting with flavor. We also had the Crunchy Truffle Bravas which was like crispy potatoes with garlic crumbs, aged parmesan, and a squeeze of lime. Absolute perfection. For mains, we tried the beef cheeks which were fall apart tender, rich, and deeply flavorfull and the lamb ravioli.Both unforgettable, both so distinct. Dessert was on another level. The Feta Banana Flan with fig caramel and banana vinegar ice cream and the Guava & Cheese Cheesecake with pineapple and cheese ice cream were equally phenomenal. I still can't decide which I loved more. Every dish was so creative ,fresh, unique, and truly a "wow" moment. The service was equally outstanding. Each plate was brought out and presented with an explanation of the ingredients, many of which come straight from the chef's own farm. Talk about next level dining. Stubborn Seed is an absolute must. Worth every bit of hype and recognition. And we came to find out as well that the chef has six other restaurants as well one . He has a stubborn seed in Vegas , one in plantation and launching and opening a new one in Aruba called Terra!
Parking was surprisingly easy--there's a lot very close by and plenty of street parking. The restaurant itself has a great atmosphere, and I loved the open kitchen concept. We went for Miami Spice, and while the starters were just okay, the entrees really stood out--full of flavor and perfectly executed. The dessert was absolutely out of this world, and their cocktails were also delicious. Our waiter, Steven, made the experience even better. He was attentive, friendly, and really on top of everything. Overall, the food and service completely won us over. I definitely want to come back to try their elevated tasting menu!
Stubborn Seed has been on my list for years and I finally had the chance to come for their Miami Spice menu and had a wonderful experience. The food, atmosphere and especially service were all outstanding. The Miami Spice menu has 2 choices for each course, so I recommend getting both for each to try. The stand outs were the Beef Cheek and Flan. You could cut the beef with a spoon! We also did the wine pairing, which is a great deal for the amount and caliber of wine you get. Our server was so friendly and attentive, offering complimentary bites and wine top offs. Truly made the night. If you have been wanting to try Stubborn Seed, don't miss out on this great chance to go!
We visited this place to celebrate my daughter's birthday. It was my second time here, but on this visit we decided to explore the tasting menu experience. The space is pleasant and well designed--more casual than formal, but still inviting and comfortable. We opted for the 6-course menu. We considered the 9-course option, but the additional items included oysters, foie gras, and clams, which are not our preference. Overall, every dish was excellent. The execution, presentation, and flavor were consistently impressive. The agnolotti was a standout--rich, balanced, and full of flavor. The pavlova was my favorite, with a unique texture and flavor profile that really stood out. The lamb was also very good, though I would have preferred a slightly crispier skin, as it felt a bit soggy. Some of the courses were more like amuse-bouche--very small, one-bite portions that are usually complementary in a tasting menu. Because of this, the experience felt closer to a 4-course meal, including dessert. The pacing between courses was occasionally too long, especially considering the one bite size of some dishes. Based on that , I would prefer to stick with the à la carte menu on a future visit. For drinks, some of us chose cocktails while others selected the wine pairing. The wine pairing was excellent--well curated, generously poured, and fairly priced. I would definitely recommend it. The cocktails, however, were less consistent. The Facundo and the Corn Whisper were too sweet for a dinner setting, the Heat Wave was too high in acidity, and the "signature" Old Fashioned felt standard. Cocktails also took too long to arrive, although the service made up for the delay by offering one complimentary. Service overall was excellent--friendly, attentive, and very detail-oriented. The presentation of each dish was also carefully executed and added to the experience. Most importantly, the food here is outstanding--easily among the best in Miami. This is definitely a place worth visiting, and one I would happily return to.
Stubborn Seed was a FANTASTIC dining experience from start to finish. This Michelin star restaurant truly deserves its rating. My friend and I sat at the bar. The restaurant was small and intimate. I loved every single detail from the real plant that was gently placed to secure our dinner napkin to all the dishware and utensils. We ordered and shared the Miami Spice menu which was more than enough food for 2. We were contently full after the entire meal. There were 3 courses per person included in that. We ordered the truffle bravas and peach salad for the first course, the beef cheek and lamb ravioli for the second course, and the flan plus guava/cheese gateau for dessert. With every dish came a unique explosion of multiple flavors in our mouth. The gentlemen that brought the courses to our bar top were extremely knowledgeable and explained each and every dish from start to finish. Everything we ordered was spectacular. The food items were not items you normally saw on a menu. I loved the uniqueness of all the items. Service was on point. Everyone checked in on us every few minutes and all were kind and professional. Again, I have quite an appetite and thought the Miami spice menu was the perfect amount in terms of portion sizing. Wonderful experience!
I'll start by staying I absolutely loved the food. Everything was amazing and done very well. I also appreciated that the servers described every dish in detail. However, the service completely ruined the experience for me. It cost over $500 for two to enjoy dinner here, yet we sat for almost 3hrs on high top, bar like, metal chairs. In fact, this ultra expensive restaurant looked so much like an ordinary bar that drunk people were constantly walking in trying to get drinks at the bar. We began the night waiting for over 30 minutes outside, passed our reservation time for a table to be available. To which the host was hardly sympathetic about. There was another couple also waiting, arguing with each other. The woman was completely hysterical over how long they had to wait to be seated. This was not a good first impression, yet we waited patiently. Still excited about trying this restaurant. The space is small and the bar was full so that was not an option for waiting but the host did mention I could order drinks and take it outside. I need mention, it rained in Miami that day so the tables and chairs outside were all wet and never wiped down. Once seated, we were never asked if we wanted a drink or even given a cocktail list. I had to flag down my waiter and ask if one was even available. Usually, that's the first thing a server will ask. The service was extremely long and drawn out. It got so uncomfortable sitting there on those metal chairs for so long, I just wanted to storm out. Our reservation was for 8pm and at 11pm ( closing time ) we still haven't had dessert. That's when it became visibly rushed. Servers were practically out of breath bringing the dishes out and confused as to what we even ate already. Asking us, the diners, what course we were at. How is that acceptable? For the money spent, this experience was extremely disappointing and felt like a rip off. Miami is not NYC but a NYC restaurant would never, ever give such a service or atmosphere. It's a shame because the food was superb. I will not be returning here again. read more
3 years ago
Stubborn Seed lived up to the hype and that did not come cheap. We ordered the five course chef's surprise menu which was $115 per person (versus the $95 per person that I read the menu used to be in the past). We also added the $45 per person wine pairing. The pours were generous and plentiful. The kitchen seemed a bit backed up so the timing between the courses was a little long but we got multiple pours when that occurred so that was a plus. Each course was exceptional and a generous sized portion for a multiple course tasting menu. I think you would have to fast for 24 hours prior to dinner in order to be able to eat the entire 8 course judging by the size of the five course. Chef Jeremy Ford was on premise and we had a good view of the kitchen through the glass window. Lots of restaurants with famous chefs are rarely actually in the kitchen but that is not the case with Stubborn Seed. read more
5 years ago
Went out with my bf for a romantic good food experience. Love the decor and the details of the plates, silverware. The server was great too. We had a hard time finding a table before 9 pm so book in advance. We sat and our experience was good, the food has highlights and some opportunities. Oyster were interesting with yuzu, a different approach in Miami which was nice to experience just not my favorite. Bf liked it . Caviar with fries was a def highlight !!! Such good combo of flavors and textures. Salad was interesting just a bit too bitter for our taste, tread lightly if you don't like endives or bitter micro herbs. Wouldn't repeat but glad we tried it. Foie was divine. The soft silky smoothness the correct amount of salt and flavor, the goose berries was balancing and wow. Also those nuts and white chocolate delicious. The bread was a bit stale. The Wagyu was tough but flavorful. The side on the plate was mash and radishes,not my favorite. Not something I would repeat or recommend. Dessert: The choux with Ganduja was yummy. The peanut butter bar was not great, sooo thick not airy just dense and like eating peanut butter and chocolate cake. The banana sorbet was GREAT the highlight. The corn blueberry was the best, different dessert again the lavender sorbet was the best part of this dish. The idea is good the flavors just fell a bit flat. Had higher hopes. Overall would go back since it seems like there is so much prospect for this buisness. Love to see the owner and chef there at the bar as well. Seemed friendly. 4 stars bc the hype was so big and I expected so much it just fell a bit flat at the end with the wagyu and dessert. read more
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3 years ago
CLOSED. Guess you can only sell over priced food with surly attitude for so long. Even in South Beach. Take down your web site! Tourist are confused enough already. read more
1 year ago
Though this restaurant had pretty great food, I have to deduct a star due to the unfair treatment my sister and I got at this restaurant. We were seated between two tables and notified they constantly got their main eating dishes changed throughout the meal while we were never offered new plates the entire meal. The tapas were smaller sized but tasted great, except the bravas. Our favorite is the jalapeño fritters and the foie gras. The flavors and textures were excellent. I would not try the bravas - it's basically fried potato wedges. Really underwhelming. Overall good food and semi decent service! read more
Wow. This should be a michilen star restaurant. Excellent food. Attentive and knowledgeable service. I can't say enough about the food. We did a tasting with wine paring. Just amazing. Excellently cooked. Rick was our server and just a great dude. Made the meal. read more
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Everything about this restaurant was spot on. Sat at the bar and had the tasting menu with wine pairing. Truly a special meal. Starting with the bread all the way to the duck and the dessert each course was remarkable. The only reason there aren't food pics is my phone charge was too low! The bar was sexy, service was fantastic. I dined solo but this is a date spot for sure. read more
Chef Jeremy Ford trained originally with Jean Georges at Matador Room & winner of Bravo's Top Chef Season 13 opened Stubborn Seed in the heart of Miami Beach in 2017. He also owns a Korean eatery called Krun-Chi located inside Time Out Market in Miami Beach. Stubborn Seed is a casual, buzzy but fine-dining location serving cutting edge modern dishes. Tiny location but amazing ambience but make sure to take friends who can speak very loud as it gets quiet loud. Music playlist was excellent but they need to lower it a bit. Gotta love that you can see every detail made with love as you are able to see all Chef's in action! Plus seeing old co-workers in the line of duty is pretty awesome. Juan and Brian you guys were doing an espectacular job! We were a group of 4. We had the Tasting Menu which is an 8 course meal and added their Premium Wine Pairing. Extraordinary from start to finish (10/10 food). The Tasting Menu itself cost $150 per person and their Premium Wine Pairing $80 - worth every single dollar They're seasonal so can't wait for Fall's Tasting Menu Service was very good, our waiter was being attentive and friendly but he needs to improve on how to explain the wine and not get upset when we ask to please repeat as he seemed rushed every single time. Overall I enjoyed Stubborn Seed. The room is attractive, the menu appealing, and the dishes that we ate were generally well executed, all delivered with no attitude whatsoever. There is no doubt that this is original, carefully thought out modern cooking. Flavors are generally well balanced, and only on occasion did the desire for an original technique detract from the dish itself. The atmosphere is lively and the waiting staff clearly show passion about the food. Ps. Clearly for the Michelin Star; the kitchen (food wise) has it! Service needs mejor improvement though. All reservation are made through Open Table. Parking through PayByPhone first come first serve basis. Highly Recommended! read more
5 years ago
LOVED this place from start to finish! The staff is incredible, the food is insanely delicious, and ambiance was 10/10! We stumbled upon this place walking down Ocean drive. We only planned to grab a couple drinks, but ended up sharing a wonderful meal. We can't wait to come back already! We started with the gooey jalapeño fritters. Uh, hello yummy morsels of cheddar topped with truffle shavings and waygu- say less! The ricotta gnudi & gratitude garden mushroom. My mouth is watering just typing those words. The pan roasted barramundi. Just beautiful & flavourful. Ended with the caramel rum cake and we could've ordered 2 of these. Everything was insanely delicious! read more
1.24.22. To know me is to know that this meal was thrilling and exciting. To just wait and see what came and tried each item after it's described. I had not one single complaint about the food. This dinner was a birthday surprise to me and boy was it a treat. Each dish was well composed and each component of each course had a wow factor to it. I can't describe each one because honestly I don't know what they were. They tell you table side what each dish is but the place was quite noisy so we couldn't hear what the server was saying. I recommend the place and would certainly return to try a different experience but I'd pick a calmer day if possible. read more
We came here on an early Sunday evening in May. Our reservation was right when they opened and it was perfect timing because this restaurant quickly gets filled! Oralia was our waitress and she was very sweet! She recommended some great dishes that did not disappoint. It was also really great to see how the whole staff communicated beautifully to clear the table any time dishes were done and quickly brought out the next dishes. 10/10 recommend everything we ordered, which can be found in the photos below. We will definitely be coming back to try the rest! Thank you! read more
We've been trying to make reservations for the longest and, finally, went on a Friday eve. The tasting experience is really just an incredible food journey - a party for your taste buds. Definitely something not to be missed. The presentation, the ambience, the service all top notch. read more
7 years ago
We were in Miami for one night and decided to come here. We came in after having a couple stone crabs at Joes -something I refuse to skip if I am in town when they are in season. We did the ala crate option and shared some dishes. The standouts to me were the fois gras, the oysters and the celery root dish. I am not sure I have ever had celery root or if i have it wasn't memorable. This was great, a must try. The fois was rich and as always with fois, almost too much. The mignonette for the oysters had an extra kick that made them unique. The waitstaff was always checking on for satisfaction, waters, drinks and keeping plates cleared. I highly encourage you to try this restaurant and share a bunch of dishes! Really strong service too. read more
5 years ago
Heard tons about Stubborn Seed from my foodie friends in SF and have to say this is one of my favorite prix fixes for this price out of all the restros in SF, Miami/Miami Beach, and NYC. The ingredients taste very fresh and 'farm-to-table', the ambiance and decor are super cute, and the service is decently good and friendly. Unfortunately I can't put a name to each course but I will say the steak entree was my favorite and I'm glad I added the black truffle add-on. It was reasonably priced (for America) and didn't make the dish overly decadent, but even more delicious! Would come again read more
We had a good time celebrating my boyfriend's birthday. We had the tasting menu and some drinks. The food was great, and the service too. My favorite dishes were the crispy sweetbreads and the crudo. The Oyster is absolutely delicious, feels like butter in your mouth. read more
Chef Jeremy ford, the winner of top chef is running this restaurant. The restaurant is part of a restaurant chain with many other well-known restaurants in Miami such as glass and vine, but this one is run by chef Ford. We did the tasting menu. 8 courses of deliciousness and I was wowed by ALMOST every dish! The one and only dish I did not like was the A5 wagyu beef dish. I like the wagyu beef cooked a little more than normal because of the excess marble inside the meet. I feel like the excessive fat needs to be rendered and melted for it to taste good. Ours was pretty rare and that is what I did not like. I tasted the fat as I was eating that dish! So not a big fan of very rare wagyu, but otherwise, it was pretty good. The highlight was the strawberry three ways. The strawberry meringue was extremely light and everything in that dish worked amazingly well together! Good job chef! read more
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I just had the pleasure of spending the evening of my birthday at the Stubborn Seed. Believe all of the hype. The food is out of this world, and the service was impeccable. The two of us ordered a la carte and shared each meal, and had a marvelous time. For appetizers, we ordered the oysters, celery root, foie gras, anddd extra bread (because it was delicious, so why not). While I loved everything we ordered, the warm celery root was surprisingly my favorite appetizer! I'm so glad the reviewers on here and our waitress convinced us to order it. For entrees, we ordered the chicken and the wagyu steak. I usually wouldn't order chicken, but as suggested by so many others, this chicken + mashed potatoes and sauce was out of this world. The wagyu steak was very nicely cooked and tasty. Not sure if I'd pay over $80 again for a 8oz steak again. But I'm glad I tried it (I'm also biased because I can sear a mean ribeye at home...) For desserts, we ordered the snickerdoodle cookies and the Dark & Smoky. Can't say much about the smoked banana ice cream (maybe it's just not my cup of tea), but the snickerdoodle cookies were AMAZING. All of the hype, and zero disappointment. We also ordered a bottle of Prosecco, which was great. Without tip, the check came out to around $280 with tax, which we thought was super reasonable, all things considered. I definitely recommend coming here, and can't wait to be back! read more
3 years ago
I'm a local and just wanted an amazing meal but did not have a reservation. Walked in and was greeted with a smile. The hostess said she only had bar seats. That was good enough for me. 10 minutes later, she said someone did not show up for the reservation and she offered a table. But we were super happy with the bar seating. The bartender was super cool and recommended awesome craft cocktails. Stubborn Seed was an excellent culinary experience from top to bottom, and I highly recommend dining here. Our food runner, Jordan, was amazing. He eloquently described each dish to perfection, and highlighted our dinner and night out overall. There is a street parking. But limited it is South Beach. They offer valet for $25. read more
5 years ago
Very neat restaurant with a modern chic atmosphere. Perfect for a date night. We ordered the tasting menu with the house wine pairing. Every meal was delicately prepared with obvious craftsmanship behind it. The service was good with some very minor hiccups (ie. Waiter missed our wine pairing a couple times, and we had to proactively flag down the server as our table's candle kept going out) that warranted the 4 instead of 5 stars. Overall, it was a pleasant experience, and it definitely stood out among its locally owned peers in Miami Beach. read more
This is more of a 3.5 star than 3 star review and it's only for brunch which I find hard to judge a restaurant solely on. I really wanted to try Stubborn Seed since I was a fan of Chef Jeremy from when he was on top chef. Sadly we were only there for Easter Sunday so we had to settled for their pre-fixed Easter brunch menu. It was $55/person for 3 courses which wasn't unreasonable. My husband ordered 2 bloody Mary's which ended up being $17 each (apparently they default to grey goose) so just be cognizant of that. The first course is a bread and spread course. We enjoyed the cornbread the most and two of the spreads. The third was a fish spread which neither of us really cared for. The second course, my husband and I shared the pork belly with frisée salad/egg and the wagyu beef topped eggs Benedict. We both much preferred the eggs Benedict dish, the pork belly was simply average. The final third course was a dessert plate. The menu had promised cookies and doughnuts which are my favorite but apparently they did not have any when ours was served because we got a sticky bun instead. The couple next to us got two doughnuts about 10 minutes later which made me extremely jealous. The sticky bun was fine but nothing special. The chocolate and snickerdoodle cookies were very tasty and def better. Overall, the meal ended up around $190 after tip which is a bit high for the quality of the brunch especially considering only one of us drank alcohol. I would love to come back for dinner and maybe brunch would be better if it was not a fixed course meal. read more
6 years ago
My meal here was absolutely fantastic. All dishes my fiancé and I ordered were perfectly seasoned and plated beautifully. The chicken and the caviar pasta were standout. Also excellent dessert options. PS. Would not hate it if the jalapeño and cheddar biscuits magically appeared every morning for breakfast. Sooo crumbly and moist. Amazing. read more
My girlfriend and I were so excited to try out what we thought would be another amazing restaurant in Miami. We booked in advance and we're ready to experience and amazing meal. Unfortunately, it didn't live up to the hype. When you pay $175 for a tasting menu, plus an additional $60 for a caviar supplement, you hope to leave satisfied. Nothing wowed us. The swordfish so was tough and the dish was so salty, that I could only force a few bites. Typically a tasting menu is coursed out, but everything came on top of each other or there was a really long lag time between dishes. We were either rushing to finish our first dish, or we were waiting and waiting for the next. I'm disappointed in the service, the quality of food, the lack of flavor and overall sad experience. This is so overpriced for what the food is. You would expect quality ingredients, delicious food and great service. However, the restaurant lacked all 3. read more
8 years ago
Right before Miami Spice Menu ends, this place is worth a try. Menu changes from time to time, Chef uses local items. Went for an early dinner, it was perfect for two people, we got to try everything on the Miami Spice Menu. Every dish is made delicately, the serving size is just right. The decoration and presentation of every dish is so beautiful that you are looking to a piece of art, then you say, I don't want to eat it!!!... All dishes are very special on their own, different flavor, different textures, etc. Although the chicken breast was a bit dry, maybe if it were a tender chicken it would be more plumpy and juicier? All courses from appetizer to dessert are very well prepared. The flavor is just out of this world. Got to try it! look at the pictures of the food! read more
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Nearing its almost one year milestone, I waited too long to dine at Stubborn Seed. I'd heard the compelling back story of the Chef's pedigree and turn on television, I'd read enthusiastic reviews from my blog gurus 'whet palette' and 'food for thought miami,' saw the 'exceptional' review from the Miami Herald, and the solid 4.5* right here on Yelp, but when I saw SS was participating in this year's Miami Spice (Miami's 'restaurant month' where participant restaurants offer $39 3-course meals), I knew I could resist no longer. I set the bar even higher by celebrating a momentous anniversary here (20th!), but believed SS was up to the task when I saw the posted menu, featuring many of the 'great hits' I'd read about: the celery root starter, the truffled chicken, the crusted halibut. There was even an unannounced addition to the Spice menu: a house-made pasta with asparagus. I was relieved to find all these on the spice menu during my visit. We began with small potato bread rolls served with a green chickpea-based paste (officially 'HOUSE MADE BREAD with fennel pollen and garbanzo chili dip). This item appears on the regular menu for $6, so it was a very welcome amuse. Given the choice between mixed greens and what has become a 'signature item' here, the WARM CELERY ROOT (regularly $17), we both opted for the latter, and neither had regrets it - this is an amazingly prepared and artful creation that would make it on my 'best bites of 2018' list, and is almost impossible to describe, so just order one yourself. We diverged on the main courses to 'cover the bases' - she with the SOURDOUGH CRUSTED HALIBUT (regularly $35), and me with the ORGANIC CHICKEN with truffle butter (regularly $33). Both were, again, prepared perfectly. We did the mandatory mid-course dish swap to enjoy both dishes, and it's hard to pick a winner. We again converged at the dessert course with the WHISKEY CAKE with smoked banana ice cream (who wants to fight on an anniversary?) and again this was solid. Assuming this would be about $12 on the regular menu, the $39 Spice menu price was a great deal (vs. $17+$35+$10=65!). Service was very professional and attentive, and our $40 Rose wine (a fair price, commendable on it's own right these days) was kept topped up regularly, though there was a bit of a pause between the first 2 courses - not a problem when dining with the best company though, right? Stubborn Seed is undeniably worth checking out, especially during the quiet summer months. The only question I have is whether Chef Ford will be able to grow and change the menu - it's not a large one, and many of the offerings have been on the menu since opening, so I'll be watching to see what new tricks he has up his sleeves. read more
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Was very curious to try this Michelin star restaurant but it was disappointing. I guess one of the reason is if it's Michelin star you will have expectation and you would want a good experience. First I Tried to order unsweetened tea for my mom and they said they don't have it??? The fact that we have to wait in between courses longer than actually eating/ the food is disappointing. Then when the food arrives the portion is so small. We actually walk out still hungry after $400 before tip. The dessert is the largest plate. The 2 main course are so small that you can technically eat it in 2 bites. The 2 main course we have is swordfish and duck. The swordfish is so salty and the mushroom over charred (half burnt), the duck breast is not tender, it is over cooked when they try to crisp the skin and seriously only 1 piece? It is really disappointing and probably will not come back again. read more
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We chose this restaurant and the Chef's tasting menu for our 25th anniversary dinner. This was the first time we had eaten at a Michelin Star restaurant. The food was absolutely incredible! We have never eaten food this good in our entire lives, and I'm a foodie. There were things in the courses I never would've ordered in a million years, but much to my surprise, things like raw oysters, raw tuna and the swordfish were absolutely mouth watering. The chef uses some pickling in some of the course and it provides this incredible "pop" of flavor that is unexpected and delicious. The service was good, but we had so many different people it was a bit dizzying. The drinks from the bar were top notch and prepared very well. This night will be a wonderful night to remember for my husband and I. read more
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Is tasing menu available only on Friday and Saturday?
What's the dress code? Are jeans & flip flops ok?
No, it is supposed to be a dressier place , but the food is Horrible and super overpriced for what it is
Hi, what is the latest time I should reserve to be able to order the tasting menu? Thank you :)
We stop selling the tasting menu 1 hour before closing So 9pm on weekdays and 10pm on weekends
Do you offer valet parking?
Greetings! Not currently due to COVID-19. But we shall soon! Thank you for the question.…
Do they have vegetarian options?
Yee they do. They change the menu often but they have different vegetable dishes that are amazing
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