Neither is the decor, although a restaurant scores points for having a great view or a kitschy theme. To these people, the most important quality in a restaurant is its social cachet. Dining is secondary to seeing and being seen. Restaurants often post lists or display framed pictures of celebrity guests. Whether you're looking for a cheap and filling meal, a gourmet Italian feast, or a night amongst the stars, you can find it in one of the districts of this splendidly diverse city.
South Beach is the epicenter of excitement and glamour.
Its here, at restaurants such as The Strand or the China Grill , that you're most likely to spot a celebrity at the next table. Although many of the restaurants are very pricey, places such as the ever-popular News Caf offer a pleasant atmosphere, low prices, and great food. Grab an outside table and enjoy wine and cheese as you ogle the SoBe street scene. Although central Miami Beach is not as jam-packed with restaurants as its southern neighbor, there are plenty of excellent dining options, many of them located within the luxury hotels. At Tapas Under the Trees , located in the gorgeous Fontainebleau Hotel , patrons can nibble on appetizers as they soak up the tropical atmosphere.