Good Morning, Sunshine: The Haute 5 Breakfast Spots In Miami

There’s no better city to enjoy a delicious breakfast in a gorgeous atmosphere than the Magic City. From mimosas to pancakes, we’ve scoured Miami to find the best places to enjoy the most important meal of the day.

Blue Door at Delano

For the ultimate Miami breakfast specializing in award-winning French fare, head to Blue Door inside the beautiful Delano Hotel in the South Beach District. The recipient of the 2008 Mobile Four-Star Award and “Best New Restaurant of the Year” by Esquire, Blue Door boasts a chic, modern design with floor to ceiling billowing drapery, top-notch French fare and excellent views for people watching. High-profile clientele head to Blue Door for Belgian malted waffles, toasted brioche or Blue Door Benedict with Hollandaise sauce.

1685 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; (305) 674-6400

Balans on Lincoln

For a perfect breakfast spot to bring out-of-towners, head to Balans for delicious eggs Benedict, fresh fruit and Belgian waffles while sitting outside enjoying the beautiful weather. Indoor types will love relaxed atmosphere and people watchers will love the outdoor seating right on Lincoln Road. Getting in quick won’t be a problem as the restaurant, which has been a Miami fixture since 1997, serves up to 200 seven days a week.

1022 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach; (305) 534-9191

The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove

For an expansive Sunday brunch, Bizcaya at The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove has you covered. The brunch features a beautiful spread winding all the way from the entrance, along the perimeter of the entire restaurant, to the terrace with cascading waterfall. Elements include a traditional breakfast station, tapas, imported cheeses, a raw bar, caviar station and personalized a la minute dishes. And save room for desert (hey, it’s brunch) featuring a gorgeous chocolate fondue. Yum!

3300 Southwest 27 Ave., Coconut Grove; (305) 644-4680

Area 31

Located inside the EPIC Hotel, Area 31 offers a lineup of delicious breakfast items and sweeping views of the Miami skyline, Brickell Ave. and Biscayne Bay. From traditional buttermilk griddle cakes served with whipped cream, maple syrup and sugar dust to sliced tropical fruits, breakfast at Area 31 is fresh, flavorful and delivered swiftly with breathtaking views unlike any other in the city.

270 Biscayne Boulevard Way, Miami; (305) 424-5226

The Rusty Pelican

Voted in the top 10 of Sunday Brunch Restaurants by OpenTable, The Rusty Pelican’s Sunday brunch is famous among the locales. This Valentine’s Day, they will serve up a special mouth-watering brunch sure to satisfy all palates. With unlimited champagne, and mimosas, the Valentine’s Sunday Brunch is more of a feast, including a omelet and pasta stations, waffles, carved meats, seafood, cold salads and elaborate deserts.

3201 Rickenbacker Causeway, Key Biscayne; (305) 361-3818