Stubborn Seed - Miami Beach

We ate here 2 years ago and the food was fantastic. We absolutely loved the restaurant. We couldn't wait to eat here. It was the last restaurant of the week for us. Well, first let me say that the staff was great, but that is about all I can say that was great. Now, we have eaten at over 100 Michelin star restaurants and to tell you the truth 30 percent of them were just not that great. When we ate here 2 years ago and I thought it was worth a star. Not last night. We had a drink at the bar and they didn't have the cocktails listed on the menu. Okay, so we had 2 simple drinks. Now this may sound petty, but they didn't give us cocktail napkins for under our 4 drinks. They didn't even have any at the bar, the bartender had to go get some. Having a Michelin star is more than great food, it's the little things that matter. We ordered a 3 course fixed price dinner, which included the chicken dish as the entree. We had that dish 2 years ago and my wife and I both agreed that it was the best chicken we have ever eaten. First course was a salad, great concept, interesting ingredients but it was way overdressed. Drowning in vinaigrette. My wife couldn't finish hers and I had to wash down each bite with a wonderful Pinot Noir. We did mention that to the server, but I guess we didn't complain enough. Next came the highly anticipated chicken entree. Well, we each took one bite of it and it was so overly salted we couldn't eat it. They stated that it was brined overnight, but we both cook and we brine our pork chops, our chicken and our Thanksgiving turkey and they are not salty. It was terrible. So they ask if we wanted something else and we choose the lamb. They brought out the tasting menu size lamb pieces. 2 pieces 3/4" wide by 2"long. Not quite entree size, with no accompaniments (the chicken had accompaniments). They did bring out a few small tasting bites, but not much else. We spent over $200 for not much food and truly pretty bad food. Great staff though.

Great choice! The food was amazing. It's Michelin star but unpretentious. The service was spot on. Ricardo was our server and extremely friendly and knowledgeable about the wines and food. Maya, the host, added to the experience. The wine pairing was also really great and a good value ($50). Highly recommend

The table waits of almost half an hour was disappointing to begin with. Everything else was great

Greatly enjoyed our experience at Stubborn Seed. The 6 course tasting was outstanding with some courses alone deserving of the Michelin Star (such as the Wagyu Beef Tartare). Our server was attentive and personable. The vibe of the restaurant is relaxed but is quite loud making it difficult to hear the descriptions of the courses. Table maintenance was average - possibly impacted by too few servers. The wine pairing is a great value but don't expect anything too imaginative. Overall would certainly recommend for a great meal.

Sadly,our New Year's dinner was a letdown. While we had high hopes for the evening, the poor quality of food and a lack of hospitality made for a very unhappy experience. We expected much more for a holiday service. We chose this restaurant because of your reputation, but the standard of food and service we received was beneath what any professional at your level should attach their name to.

We were in Miami for New Year's Eve and chose the 11-course tasting menu at Stubborn Seed—and it was nothing short of spectacular. Every single course was exceptionally well thought out, beautifully executed, and truly unique. The progression of flavors kept us excited from start to finish, with each dish somehow managing to outdo the last. The cocktails were outstanding—creative, balanced, and clearly crafted with the same level of intention and artistry as the food. They elevated the entire experience and paired perfectly with the evening. What really set the night apart, though, was the staff. The service was impeccable: attentive without being intrusive, knowledgeable, warm, and genuinely invested in making the evening special. Every need was anticipated and met effortlessly, which made the experience feel seamless and celebratory—exactly what you hope for on New Year's Eve. Stubborn Seed delivered an unforgettable dining experience and set the bar incredibly high. If you're looking for a world-class tasting menu, exceptional cocktails, and flawless service in Miami Beach, this is a must-visit. We can't wait to return.

From first entering to leaving everything was to perfection. Food was fantastic and every course explained in detail. Wine pairing was very good too. Hope to visit again before we move back to the Uk in Feb. Lesia made us feel so welcome excellent service

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Muy buena a excelente comida y servicio. No hay olor a comida en el salon. Precio acorde a la comida. Respetaron el horario de la reserva, no espere la mesa. Mejorar la ambientación. La ambientación es pobre.

Amazing experience! Went there on a Monday night to celebrate a special milestone. Ricky was extremely attentive and kind. His enthusiasm for the food came through with service. As far as food and cocktails, the tasting menu is top notch. You start out thinking it won’t be enough food at the end, but the pacing and portions are spot on. By the time dessert come, you have just enough room for it. Definitely well priced for what it is, a great experience and special occasion dinner.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I’ve been to Stubborn Seed three times now. The food is wonderful and the service when you are in the restaurant is excellent.

So why the one star? Well this is the second time now I’ve been forced to canceled my reservation with them because of alterations the resteraunt made after I had made a reservation.

A month prior to my reservation I selected a 6-course meal. I was called two weeks before (just yesterday) and told that I needed to pay more for more courses because they wouldn’t be offering a six course meal that night any more. I love their food but nine or eleven courses was not what I signed up for nor what I want to say for if I don’t want to eat all that to begin with… No night during my stay is a six course meal being offered so I had to cancel my reservation. Now I’m struggling to find another reservation in town that same night two weeks before I go on my trip.

This is really crumby costumer service and frankly false advertising. This is breaking so many rules of hospitality. Don’t offer something you don’t have. If you’re going to expect someone to pay more even though it’s not what they chose then compensate them for it some how. Respect costumers time. If a mistake is made, own it.

Not only that I had a person taking my call that said “well it’s Art Basel”…. As if that’s an excuse. Stubborn Seed knew it was Art Basel a year ago. Plan better! All that means is there’s even more reason not to force someone to cancel their reservation only two weeks ahead of time!

If this was not the second time something like this happened I’d be cool with it but seems like this place doesn’t know how to plan or act when plans change.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 1

Amazing experience! Our server Luis was exceptional and really made our night special. The food was fantastic start to finish. Jordan was great too. Will definitely be back soon.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The food is amazing—it’s a full 9-step experience with different flavors in each course. You can also pair the experience with wine if you want to. The portions are perfect, the flavors are incredible, and the dessert isn’t too sweet, which I loved. The service was excellent, and the hostess was incredibly kind and sweet.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Utterly brilliant in every way. The food was amazing. Well worth our trip from London to eat there (we made a stop off from London to Key West) the service from ALL the staff was exceptional and the food was just phenomenal. We had the 6 course set menu and we were full at the end but woke this morning wishing we had gone for the 9 course menu. If you can go then do. Thank you to all the staff for making our evening perfect

This was our first time visiting this spot, we were guest invited by a friend. The food and service was amazing!! Our server Luis was spot on his descriptions & recommendations. We were sat quickly, and food came out in perfect increments. The cocktails were absolutely first rate. My girl had the Lycheerose, it was so good, and such a pretty cocktail. All the drinks were fantastic I have to say. One of the other servers told us they had a guest bartender, Joel. I know him from one of our favorite restaurants in Coral gables. He;s the best! I can't say enough about the food, the cocktails, and the seamless service we received. The manager gets a high marks as well for checking in on us multiple times, and making sure our every wish was granted. Thank you to all, we will be back soon!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

My first experience in a Michelin star restaurant in the USA. My wife and I eat in many Michelin star restaurants in both the UK and across Europe. In fact we own a Michelin star restaurant in the UK. There are no issues with the food, the service or the ambience however there was a party of 7 or 8 women that were unbelievably loud and with a semi industrial decor there is nothing to absorb load talking. Fit some sound absorption please but that's my only issue. Everything else spot on.