The food was prepared with excellent technical skill, but the seasoning—particularly the salt on the proteins—was occasionally a bit heavy. Additionally, the sour elements in the sauce and the pickled vegetables and fruit sometimes overpowered the overall balance of the dishes. With just a touch more restraint in the seasoning and flavor profile, the dishes would be absolutely perfect. On a positive note, the tomato pâté and heirloom tomato sorbet were absolute perfection—beautifully balanced and bursting with flavor. The service was outstanding—attentive, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the food.
Ben
The food was really excellent (if the meat courses were a little salty), certainly top tier cuisine. As usual for a tasting menu, left feeling slightly hungry but not overly so. Unfortunately the ambience inside resembles that of a loud bar which becomes unpleasant when you are sitting for 2.5 hours for a tasting menu; all the surfaces are hard inside and so one has to shout at your fellow diners to be heard. Likewise the servers have to shout to announce the dishes. The decor could use some carpet or noise absorber to reduce the noise. Given the cost and the Michelin star, it was a disappointing experience. Lastly, beware that the 8-course meal takes 2.5 hours to complete as dishes come out 15-20 minutes apart.
Summer
The service was excellent, wine pairing so good, but the food had two opportunities one can't ignore. One, the sauces were too salty - especially on the sea bass. Two, I was hungry after - we did the original 8 course menu. I'm a 145 lb woman who doesn't over eat but I do exercise. If I had more food and less salty, it would have been a 5 out of 5 experience. Not sure I would go back if I have 13 other Michelin star restaurants in Miami from which to choose.
Hannah
We've been to this and the Vegas location a few times and every time it hits. The food is always amazing and surprising, the service excellent and attentive, the vibes (sophisticated but The Killers playing in the background) just what we're looking for. Love the experience!
Jennifer Barksdale
This was my first experience at a restaurant with a Michelin Star, and I was not disappointed! There was so much attention to detail in the plating, pairings, and service from start to finish. The space was modern and sleek. We were able to meet the chef at the end of our meal (as well as the pastry chef who created a phenomenal dessert)! The swordfish was spectacular, and the duck was unbelievable. I have tried to figure out my favorite dish from the evening and I can’t choose. Everything was amazing. I know the price point is a little steep, but if you ever have a special occasion (or if you simply want to treat yourself), this is 100% WORTH THE SPLURGE!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Potato Crusted Atlantic Swordfish, Duck Breast
Sarah Smolen
Food and drinks were excellent! I think the restaurant should allow tables bigger than 4 because there were some very loud large groups of men and it made the atmosphere less pleasant.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nicholas Spears
I like to try new restaurants alone every week or so and last week I had the good fortune of dining at Stubborn Seed which has been on my radar for a while now.
Excellent food from start to finish. Bold flavors all curated thoughtfully with an emphasis on locally grown/sourced ingredients.
Service was wonderful. Welcoming and helpful.
$300 inclusive of 2 $26 glasses of wine, tax, and 20% tip.
I highly recommend this restaurant and would go there asap while they still have this well-constructed menu!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nate Kelly
Their is not enough words to explain on how good this restaurant is from start to finish. Left feeling like I had dined and tasted the best food I have eaten. Being a fellow chef and restaurant owner all I can say is wow! The Hamachi should be a regular item. Hands down best dish and beautifully composed! Outstanding !
Sean K
Food was good, fine, but wasn't extraordinary for fine dining
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Christopher Martin
Fantastic restaurant and beautiful cocktail program. Ida the bartender was fantastic, both drinks were perfectly balanced. She even recommended a complex cocktail with egg whites. I am a bartender that knows bartenders typically don’t recommend the “harder” drinks to make because why would you if they’re the same price as the batched or simpler cocktails? That’s someone who truly takes the profession seriously and is passionate. Tokyo, one of the servers, was always checking back and adding to the fantastic ambience of the evening. He was always on top and it’s like he knew what I needed without asking. Steven, who I’m assuming was the maitre d’ was super welcoming and gave local recommendations. Added the touch that you love to see. As a long time restaurant worker, I’m saying this place knows what they’re doing. Enjoy!
Jordan was great. With his Trini accent explaining the dishes was awesome. Also, our waitress Casandra was on point with the service. Chef’s tasting menu was great. Will need to comeback on a Saturday to see Jeremy Ford at work.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Potato Crusted Atlantic Swordfish, Duck Breast
Luca Paladini
Very good food Service at the counter is a disaster,didn't clean during the change of the person at the same seat Better to stay at the table but sometimes you are forced to do the guide menu and you are not free to order what you want Was better before without this formula The place is nice but accept all kind of wearing inside and sometimes looks an purpurry... Someone with the suit and others with the short trousers
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 2
Emily Wandel
We had the Miami Spice 3 course w/ wine pairing. First course, both dish options were strong. Salad was a generous portion and gnocchi with confit duck was rich and delicious. For second course, we both couldn’t resist the swordfish. Was cooked perfectly, but puree underneath was not our favorite. Skip the wine pairing option and just pick a glass you like or have some of their beautiful cocktails! Other restaurants of this caliber have made the dining experience feel more special with an amuse-bouche or a little surprise course.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Freddy Rabbat
Best cuisine in Florida!!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Carina Rios
Food and service - amazing. Steven really elevated out experience and made it special. Will definitely be back!! Thank you to the chefs and the entire team for a wonderful evening.
The food was prepared with excellent technical skill, but the seasoning—particularly the salt on the proteins—was occasionally a bit heavy. Additionally, the sour elements in the sauce and the pickled vegetables and fruit sometimes overpowered the overall balance of the dishes. With just a touch more restraint in the seasoning and flavor profile, the dishes would be absolutely perfect. On a positive note, the tomato pâté and heirloom tomato sorbet were absolute perfection—beautifully balanced and bursting with flavor. The service was outstanding—attentive, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the food.
The food was really excellent (if the meat courses were a little salty), certainly top tier cuisine. As usual for a tasting menu, left feeling slightly hungry but not overly so. Unfortunately the ambience inside resembles that of a loud bar which becomes unpleasant when you are sitting for 2.5 hours for a tasting menu; all the surfaces are hard inside and so one has to shout at your fellow diners to be heard. Likewise the servers have to shout to announce the dishes. The decor could use some carpet or noise absorber to reduce the noise. Given the cost and the Michelin star, it was a disappointing experience. Lastly, beware that the 8-course meal takes 2.5 hours to complete as dishes come out 15-20 minutes apart.
The service was excellent, wine pairing so good, but the food had two opportunities one can't ignore. One, the sauces were too salty - especially on the sea bass. Two, I was hungry after - we did the original 8 course menu. I'm a 145 lb woman who doesn't over eat but I do exercise. If I had more food and less salty, it would have been a 5 out of 5 experience. Not sure I would go back if I have 13 other Michelin star restaurants in Miami from which to choose.
We've been to this and the Vegas location a few times and every time it hits. The food is always amazing and surprising, the service excellent and attentive, the vibes (sophisticated but The Killers playing in the background) just what we're looking for. Love the experience!
This was my first experience at a restaurant with a Michelin Star, and I was not disappointed! There was so much attention to detail in the plating, pairings, and service from start to finish. The space was modern and sleek. We were able to meet the chef at the end of our meal (as well as the pastry chef who created a phenomenal dessert)! The swordfish was spectacular, and the duck was unbelievable. I have tried to figure out my favorite dish from the evening and I can’t choose. Everything was amazing. I know the price point is a little steep, but if you ever have a special occasion (or if you simply want to treat yourself), this is 100% WORTH THE SPLURGE!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Potato Crusted Atlantic Swordfish, Duck Breast
Food and drinks were excellent! I think the restaurant should allow tables bigger than 4 because there were some very loud large groups of men and it made the atmosphere less pleasant.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
I like to try new restaurants alone every week or so and last week I had the good fortune of dining at Stubborn Seed which has been on my radar for a while now.
Excellent food from start to finish. Bold flavors all curated thoughtfully with an emphasis on locally grown/sourced ingredients.
Service was wonderful. Welcoming and helpful.
$300 inclusive of 2 $26 glasses of wine, tax, and 20% tip.
I highly recommend this restaurant and would go there asap while they still have this well-constructed menu!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Their is not enough words to explain on how good this restaurant is from start to finish. Left feeling like I had dined and tasted the best food I have eaten. Being a fellow chef and restaurant owner all I can say is wow! The Hamachi should be a regular item. Hands down best dish and beautifully composed! Outstanding !
Food was good, fine, but wasn't extraordinary for fine dining
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Fantastic restaurant and beautiful cocktail program. Ida the bartender was fantastic, both drinks were perfectly balanced. She even recommended a complex cocktail with egg whites. I am a bartender that knows bartenders typically don’t recommend the “harder” drinks to make because why would you if they’re the same price as the batched or simpler cocktails? That’s someone who truly takes the profession seriously and is passionate. Tokyo, one of the servers, was always checking back and adding to the fantastic ambience of the evening. He was always on top and it’s like he knew what I needed without asking. Steven, who I’m assuming was the maitre d’ was super welcoming and gave local recommendations. Added the touch that you love to see. As a long time restaurant worker, I’m saying this place knows what they’re doing. Enjoy!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Jordan was great. With his Trini accent explaining the dishes was awesome. Also, our waitress Casandra was on point with the service. Chef’s tasting menu was great. Will need to comeback on a Saturday to see Jeremy Ford at work.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Potato Crusted Atlantic Swordfish, Duck Breast
Very good food
Service at the counter is a disaster,didn't clean during the change of the person at the same seat
Better to stay at the table but sometimes you are forced to do the guide menu and you are not free to order what you want
Was better before without this formula
The place is nice but accept all kind of wearing inside and sometimes looks an purpurry... Someone with the suit and others with the short trousers
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 2
We had the Miami Spice 3 course w/ wine pairing. First course, both dish options were strong. Salad was a generous portion and gnocchi with confit duck was rich and delicious. For second course, we both couldn’t resist the swordfish. Was cooked perfectly, but puree underneath was not our favorite. Skip the wine pairing option and just pick a glass you like or have some of their beautiful cocktails! Other restaurants of this caliber have made the dining experience feel more special with an amuse-bouche or a little surprise course.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Best cuisine in Florida!!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food and service - amazing.
Steven really elevated out experience and made it special. Will definitely be back!! Thank you to the chefs and the entire team for a wonderful evening.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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