Itamae

Itamae's resurgence was well-deserved and eagerly awaited, from a perch in the neighborhood's food hall, Mia Market, to a great location in the Design District's Palm Court. The family-run, Nikkei-inspired restaurant is run by father Fernando Chang, daughter Valerie, and son Nando. There, the options for raw fish seem limitless. On the menu, you'll discover a selection of cebiches and other traditional Peruvian dishes like torrejitas de choclo, which are served with a side of leche de tigre for dipping. The Chang gang is from the city of Chiclayo, where it is a staple.

Itamae's packed and lavishly covered characteristic rolls made them famous, but what really sets them apart are the recently added baaditos (imagine maki-style rolls in a sauce bath). When you try to jam the conchitas a la parmesana (stacked with fish, grilled scallops, and avocado) all the way into your mouth, parmesan flakes start to fall out in a gloriously messy snowfall. Half the fun is in getting it everywhere.

Google Rating: 4.3/5.0
Address: 140 NE 39th St#136Miami33137
Opening hours: Sun–Thu noon–6pm; Fri, Sat noon–4pm, 5–8:45pm
Website: www.itamaemiami.com