This is a fantastic event, with so many different types of vendors and cuisines, not just seafood. I attended both Friday and Saturday. Although Saturday was more crowded because of how much "open" attendance there was, both are worth checking out. Shout outs to American Social, Paperfish and Wynnwood Parlor for their delicious offerings! There were lots of unique dishes Friday night, as the restaurants battled for top spot in their category. Here is a waffle with seared tuna and Wasabi Ice cream!
Shania M.
So glad I was able to experience this festival but more importantly I was able to tag my mom along. I hate driving to Sobe because traffic is crazy and parking is 10x worst. We went on the last day and it was packed but checking in was pretty smooth. All the vendors and staff were super friendly. I highly recommend you get VIP to experience the lounge. In the VIP lounge you get access to all the bars and are able to get samples from the different vendors. Can't wait to go back next year!
Stefany D.
I had a great time at the festival!! Come prepared for a boozy day because there are a lot of drinks to be consumed! I saw some reviews about people complaining that food wasn't complementary and I thought that wasn't fair to this event because at least this year it clearly states that for general admission tickets. I feel as though the price is great too because drinks can cost a lot these days. If you're not a drinker though, I can see how this might not be worth it to you. The event does have plenty of vendors that you can purchase food from.I had a fab time and can't wait to be back next year and hopefully with vip tickets!
Kim C
Always a good time with good people and good food
Bob Dalton
VIP RIP OFF NEVER AGZIN!!!Never again!Brochure said shade area lounges etc etcBROCJUTE TOTAL LIE!!!!!!!!HOT NO SHADE DIRTY BENCHESMISMANAGED,, ENTERTAINMENT WAS A JOKE.$20 lobster roll was good.
Lorrine Labrousse
Had a great time. Although they said dishes would be between $5 to $15 they weren't. Glad I had VIP.
Ben Lavalley
I go to the VIP chef showdown every year. Absolutely fantastic event, never oversold - always an amazing time.
David Gonzales
Drinks suck. Food is so so. Music could be better. Way overpriced for a small festival. Wont go back.
Andrew P.
Miami's finest seafood restaurants curated to create pop up cafés on the sands of South Beach paired with complimentary all day open bar and live music for one day only. On the sands of SOUTH BEACH, enjoy cafes from Red, the Steakhouse - South Beach, The Lobster SHACK, Ella's Oyster Bar, Tacos & Tattoos, Cafe Bernie, and many more serving you right on the sand with over 70+ menu items to choose from - it's five blocks of fun to be exact! Enjoy sharable portions of Stone Crabs, Steak & Lobster Skewers, Shrimp Tacos, Oysters, Shrimp Cocktail, Crab Cakes, Grouper in a Bag, Lobster Mac 'N Cheese, Po' Boys, and more. This is not your typical fried food festival but a fine dining experience with your toes in the sand. BUT please, don't go home hungry!
laurent isaure
Smaller and more fun than it's big brother the SOBeFWF . Especially the chef showdown .
Fun day doe drinking but the food is subpar. Def worth the vip for the tent but probably will not be going back.
James Torrisi
55 dollars for a seafood festival? You are out of your mind and then people need to purchase food and drinks as well. I will just come in by boat for free!!!!!
Paul Duke
Very nice a lil over priced but I truly enjoyed myself had a lobster roll but can't remember who I got it from
D T.
Disappointed with this year's VIP presentation. I sprang for a pair of premium tickets. When we made it to the VIP section about 2:30 p.m., most of the food kiosks were closed. For paying triple the price of regular tickets we got almost no food, though the lines for drinks were smaller. We had to go to the regular section with ridiculous lines in order to sample any seafood. I've been going to this event since 2016 with VIP, and this experience was nothing like in the past. I'm probably going to skip the 2022 event.
This is a fantastic event, with so many different types of vendors and cuisines, not just seafood. I attended both Friday and Saturday. Although Saturday was more crowded because of how much "open" attendance there was, both are worth checking out. Shout outs to American Social, Paperfish and Wynnwood Parlor for their delicious offerings! There were lots of unique dishes Friday night, as the restaurants battled for top spot in their category. Here is a waffle with seared tuna and Wasabi Ice cream!
So glad I was able to experience this festival but more importantly I was able to tag my mom along. I hate driving to Sobe because traffic is crazy and parking is 10x worst. We went on the last day and it was packed but checking in was pretty smooth. All the vendors and staff were super friendly. I highly recommend you get VIP to experience the lounge. In the VIP lounge you get access to all the bars and are able to get samples from the different vendors. Can't wait to go back next year!
I had a great time at the festival!! Come prepared for a boozy day because there are a lot of drinks to be consumed! I saw some reviews about people complaining that food wasn't complementary and I thought that wasn't fair to this event because at least this year it clearly states that for general admission tickets. I feel as though the price is great too because drinks can cost a lot these days. If you're not a drinker though, I can see how this might not be worth it to you. The event does have plenty of vendors that you can purchase food from.I had a fab time and can't wait to be back next year and hopefully with vip tickets!
Always a good time with good people and good food
VIP RIP OFF NEVER AGZIN!!!Never again!Brochure said shade area lounges etc etcBROCJUTE TOTAL LIE!!!!!!!!HOT NO SHADE DIRTY BENCHESMISMANAGED,, ENTERTAINMENT WAS A JOKE.$20 lobster roll was good.
Had a great time. Although they said dishes would be between $5 to $15 they weren't. Glad I had VIP.
I go to the VIP chef showdown every year. Absolutely fantastic event, never oversold - always an amazing time.
Drinks suck. Food is so so. Music could be better. Way overpriced for a small festival. Wont go back.
Miami's finest seafood restaurants curated to create pop up cafés on the sands of South Beach paired with complimentary all day open bar and live music for one day only. On the sands of SOUTH BEACH, enjoy cafes from Red, the Steakhouse - South Beach, The Lobster SHACK, Ella's Oyster Bar, Tacos & Tattoos, Cafe Bernie, and many more serving you right on the sand with over 70+ menu items to choose from - it's five blocks of fun to be exact! Enjoy sharable portions of Stone Crabs, Steak & Lobster Skewers, Shrimp Tacos, Oysters, Shrimp Cocktail, Crab Cakes, Grouper in a Bag, Lobster Mac 'N Cheese, Po' Boys, and more. This is not your typical fried food festival but a fine dining experience with your toes in the sand. BUT please, don't go home hungry!
Smaller and more fun than it's big brother the SOBeFWF . Especially the chef showdown .
Restaurantji Recommends
Great time. Can't wait to do it again.
Fun day doe drinking but the food is subpar. Def worth the vip for the tent but probably will not be going back.
55 dollars for a seafood festival? You are out of your mind and then people need to purchase food and drinks as well. I will just come in by boat for free!!!!!
Very nice a lil over priced but I truly enjoyed myself had a lobster roll but can't remember who I got it from
Disappointed with this year's VIP presentation. I sprang for a pair of premium tickets. When we made it to the VIP section about 2:30 p.m., most of the food kiosks were closed. For paying triple the price of regular tickets we got almost no food, though the lines for drinks were smaller. We had to go to the regular section with ridiculous lines in order to sample any seafood. I've been going to this event since 2016 with VIP, and this experience was nothing like in the past. I'm probably going to skip the 2022 event.