Where to eat near Novotel Miami Brickell: trusted local picks
On-site options are the simplest choices: UVA Restaurant & Lounge (all-day international/Mediterranean menu) and the Vista Rooftop Bar and Lounge (poolside small plates and cocktails). For more variety within easy walking reach, try Brickell City Centre and Mary Brickell Village for several casual and upscale restaurants.
In this guide
- On-site: UVA Restaurant & Lounge (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- On-site: Vista Rooftop Bar and Lounge (poolside bites & cocktails)
- Quick walk: Brickell City Centre — multiple dining choices
- Nearby casual & neighborhood picks: Mary Brickell Village and local cafés
- Brunch options: hotel brunch and nearby weekend spots
- Practical notes for dining from your room
On-site: UVA Restaurant & Lounge (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
UVA Restaurant & Lounge is the hotel's main all-day dining venue. It serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a menu described as international/Mediterranean and includes items such as flatbreads, pastas, Wagyu Umami Burger and filet mignon.
Hours published for UVA list breakfast 6:30–10:30 AM, lunch 12:00–3:00 PM, and dinner 5:30–9:00 PM. The restaurant follows a Smart Casual dress code and accepts OpenTable reservations.
- Good for: full breakfasts, sit-down lunches, dinner with wine or cocktails
- Atmosphere: mid-century-inspired dining room
- Reservations: accepted via OpenTable
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| Service | Hours |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | 6:30–10:30 AM |
| Lunch | 12:00–3:00 PM |
| Dinner | 5:30–9:00 PM |
On-site: Vista Rooftop Bar and Lounge (poolside bites & cocktails)
Vista Rooftop Bar and Lounge sits on the hotel's 12th-floor rooftop beside the infinity pool and focuses on cocktails, tapas-style small plates, and a short all-day bites menu that includes ceviche, tuna poke and a smashed burger.
Vista publishes hours of Sun–Wed 10:30 AM–10:00 PM and Thu–Sat to midnight, with a weekday Happy Hour. The venue accepts OpenTable and offers rooftop views of Biscayne Bay and the Brickell skyline.
- Good for: sunset drinks, casual poolside snacks, weekend brunch
- Dress code: Business Casual
- Notes: rooftop seating can get busy at peak times; Vista offers limited table service (bar ordering applies)
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| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Sun–Wed | 10:30 AM–10:00 PM |
| Thu–Sat | 10:30 AM–12:00 AM |
Quick walk: Brickell City Centre — multiple dining choices
Brickell City Centre is an upscale shopping and dining complex within a short walk of the hotel and offers a range of casual and sit-down restaurants across cuisines and price points.
It’s the best single spot nearby if your group wants different options (coffee, pizza, seafood, sushi, steak). Because offerings change, check current menus before you go.
- Good for: groups with mixed tastes, evening options, casual and upscale restaurants
- Access: a short walk from Novotel Miami Brickell (check current walking routes)
- Tip: evening reservations are recommended at popular spots
| Why go | When to go |
|---|---|
| Broad selection of restaurants | Lunch and dinner |
| Casual quick bites and sit-down meals | All day |
Nearby casual & neighborhood picks: Mary Brickell Village and local cafés
Mary Brickell Village is a compact cluster of restaurants, bars and cafés roughly a short walk from the hotel. It’s useful for relaxed dinners, coffee runs, and casual nights out.
If you want quick, casual meals or grab-and-go options, look for daytime cafés and sandwich shops in this area; menus and hours vary by business.
- Good for: casual groups, coffee, sandwiches, neighborhood dining
- Why choose it: variety in a small, walkable area
- Practical tip: some venues change hours seasonally—check before heading out
| Type | Best for |
|---|---|
| Cafés & coffee shops | Breakfast, snacks |
| Casual restaurants | Quick dinners |
| Bars & lounges | Evening drinks |
Brunch options: hotel brunch and nearby weekend spots
Novotel Miami Brickell runs a weekend brunch at both UVA and Vista Rooftop Bar & Lounge on Saturdays and Sundays; published hotel pages list brunch hours mid-morning to early afternoon with items like Crème Brûlée French Toast and Steak & Eggs.
If you prefer to leave the hotel, nearby restaurants and the Brickell area also host weekend brunch menus—search current listings or call ahead for reservations.
- Hotel brunch: offered at UVA and Vista on weekends (check exact hotel hours)
- Typical dishes listed in hotel info: Crème Brûlée French Toast, Steak & Eggs, Short Rib Benedict
- Tip: brunch includes a bottomless beverage program per local reporting—confirm details directly with the venue
| Where | When (weekends) |
|---|---|
| UVA Restaurant & Lounge | Hotel weekend brunch hours per hotel page |
| Vista Rooftop Bar & Lounge | Hotel weekend brunch hours per hotel page |
Practical notes for dining from your room
Novotel Miami Brickell offers in-room dining. Room service breakfast runs 6:30–10:30 AM; lunch and dinner service times vary and are published on the hotel's room-service information.
If you have dietary needs or are traveling with children, UVA and Vista are described as family-friendly; the hotel states children are welcome and publishes a kids menu for on-site dining.
- Room-service hours: breakfast 6:30–10:30 AM; lunch & dinner times as listed by the hotel
- Children: hotel and on-site dining welcome children; the primary guest checking in must be at least 21
- Payment: the hotel accepts major credit cards; confirm any extra charges with the restaurant or front desk
| Service | Notes |
|---|---|
| Room service | Breakfast 6:30–10:30 AM; lunch & dinner per hotel listing |
| On-site dining | UVA and Vista accept reservations via OpenTable |
