After less than two years in the Sunset Harbour neighborhood of Miami Beach, Paya has closed for good.
The restaurant at 1209 17th St. in Miami Beach opened in September 2024 and served its last dinner March 1. The restaurant closed March 2.
Created by chef Niven Patel and business partner Mohamed Alkassar of Feal Hospitality, Paya was conceived as a celebration of island cuisine, not only the Caribbean islands but those in southeast Asia and off Spain. The restaurant was also known for its seasonal block parties held outside on its patio…