Miami might be known for its affordable and delicious pastelitos and Cubano sandwiches, but it also happens to be home to the most expensive restaurant in the entire state of Florida, which is no small feat in a city where champagne brunches are practically a sport.
According to a newly released ranking of the priciest places to dine in every U.S. state, L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon in the Design District tops the list for Florida. The opulent French restaurant, which holds two Michelin stars (the most awarded to any restaurant in the state), offers a seasonal four-course tasting menu that starts at $195. For those feeling a little bolder — or just flush with cash — there’s the “Evolution” tasting menu priced at $295, featuring dishes like a dedicated lobster course. À la carte options? Try a crispy poached egg with caviar and smoked salmon for $95.
The restaurant is the Miami outpost of the late Joël Robuchon, the legendary French chef once dubbed the “Chef of the Century.” Known for its sleek counter seating and theatrical open kitchen, L’Atelier blends high design with even higher prices. And it seems to be working…