Palm Restaurant

The best traditional steakhouse in Miami. Consistently strong on steaks and lobster. Welcoming and friendly staff. Boisterous but not overly loud or overcrowded. Much better than the other high end steak chains.

love love love, ask for George’s station, he’s new but he tries really hard and doesn’t get up in your business… solid service, great wine list (get the 2010 Bordeaux). This place is da shit! great everything! And if you had too much to eat get a room next door at Daddy O the hotel.

Horrible service waited almost an hour for a glass of water. I have been to many of the palm restaurants and never experienced this poor service!!!

Went to this classic Miami steakhouse last week for the first time.
Staff– Amazingly attentive.
Ambiance– Old school Miami, but not outdated. Loved all of drawings on the walls!
Food– Overall the food was good. I had the lobster bisque, which was «good» but I felt like it lacked a little bit of flavor. I ordered my steak medium but it came out with a lot of extra crispy edges. The steak needed lots of salt still when it arrived to our table as well. Our sides were on point though. The cheese potatoes were amazing. I sampled our friends mashed potatoes and they were good too. When it was dessert time out table ordered 3 and shared. The donuts, cheesecake and chocolate flourless cake came out to us promptly. All were delicious but the donuts and cheesecake stole the show.
I would definitely return here but I may try one of the Italian dishes next time rather than the steak.

Without a doubt the worst Margarita I’ve ever had. Usually it’s served in a glass with a wide rim, not in an old-​fashioned glass. It was actually a bit bitter. It’s my favorite cocktail and I’ve had Margaritas all over the world. This one was very disappointing and my mistake was not sending it back. The filet was good, not sensational. As always, it was a bit noisy. Not my first choice.

This is probably the best meal I’ve had this year. The steak and lobster and accompanying sides were all excellent. That’s nothing special though. There are numerous steakhouses across the country with great steaks and seafood. What really set this meal apart from the rest was the service. It was absolutely phenomenal. Everyone I interacted with was swift, polite, personable, and funny. I don’t know how I could ask for anything more. I loved the classic steak house feel and I loved that every employee seemed to really want to make it the best experience possible.

Always fantastic! The lobster is scumptious

I made a reservation for my daughter’s birthday we arrived on time and one person for my party wasn’t there!!! they told us they couldn’t seat us until the other person came!!! the other person came within 10 minutes of our reservation !!! They said they were holding a very good table for us!!! they offered us the most her horrible table right by the front door!!! I explained that we had made a birthday reservation we wanted to be in the back of the restaurant!!! they were so rude and refused to give us any other table .I go there quite often and was appalled by the managers behavior. we left the palm immediately … This had always been one of my favorite restaurants I am horrified and in shock as to how I was treated it was very sad. I will never go back and I’m even a member of there club… what a terrible way to treat people!!!

We came as a party of 8pm on a Friday evening and found this place comfortably full. We had a nice circle table in the back of the restaurant which reminded me of the NYC locations. The wait staff was friendly off the bat and accommodating as we had asked them to adjust the AC to make it more comfortable for us.
Getting to the food, we started with some massive crab legs that were excellent. They were served very simple but were fresh. We also got some crab cakes that came with some mango pieces that added a nice sweetness to the dish. Our bacon wrapped scallops were cooked very well as they were still nice and tender, but the bacon always is a good element of texture and healthy fat of course. For our mains, we did a couple of porterhouse cuts, one medium and one medium rare. Both were excellent and accompanied with creamed spinach that was good, potatoes two ways that was a bit greasy for me that I didn’t enjoy as much and fried asparagus that was very good. Overall, this was a good meal when it came to the food.
For what a typical steakhouse is, this checked everything off the list. Good food, lively atmosphere and pricey checks. After it was all said and done with a couple of bottles of red, we ended up paying close to $ 125/​person with tax and tip. Overall, an enjoyable time.
Buon appetito.

Consistently great food. Old school Steak House, but their Lobsters are outstanding. Loved the Tenderloin, Fries and the huge Chocolate Cake is amazing.
Very good, hidden gem

We’ve been coming here for years as a family, and it’s always reliable; the best NY strip in Miami, the heartiest and most potent martinis (one is enough. two may be lethal), doting service, and a cozy unassuming atmosphere. You’ll find caricatures of the regulars on the wall, and it’s easy to see how people trek from the poles of Miami (Pinecrest/​Aventura) weekly to dine here. The carrot cake is… by far. the best carrot cake in the world. It has SEVEN (count them) layers + homemade whipped cream + caramel + nuts + raisins. Plus, it’s basically a salad, due to its fortuitous carrot content. During the summer, they run a great lobster special for 2 complete with salads and a side, but I’m always compelled to a tender filet when I’m here (and this is coming from a dietitian! Red meat! hark!). ONE complaint: when we ate there this weekend, I could have wept, because the signature dark raisin pumpernickel bread had been replaced with a saccharine craisin-​wheat impostor. Quel horreur. I used to ask for that dark loaf to go. I am praying to the Palm lords that this was a temporary bakery snafu.

I have dined at the Palm in Nashville and Orlando and always have a great experience, however, my experience at the Bay Harbor Islands was not that great. Actually the food was great, the service, however, was surprisingly bad. I almost felt like me and my date were invisible. Generally, in a fine dining restaurant, there is a certain service protocol you can expect to receive. I didn’t receive that here, in fact I felt like I needed to tell my server how to do his job. I’ll continue to dine at various Palms in other cities but I will be avoiding this one for now on.

If you eat steak this is the place to be, even the street it’s on smells like an amazing steak house. (Operating since 1926) The moment you step in you will see caricatures of the local frequent diners, it has a rustic 1920’s look with heart, you can tell everyone from the staff to the locals cherish this place.
I ordered the grilled salmon and shared Brussel sprouts and potato hash with a friend.
My friend ordered a new New York strip which was grilled perfectly and topped with lump crab, hollandaise and asparagus. I don’t typically eat red meat but here I indulged in a few bites. Hands down best steak house in Miami.
Had coffee and key lime pie to finish.
Only disappoint was the bread basket was ice cold and Brussel sprouts could have been less soggy and more crisp.
Do take someone you love here and expect to pay $$$$ – but it’s worth it.

Location is a little tricky to find so keep your eyes open. They do offer valet service which us good bc parking is a hassle.
Great food and service. Knowledgeable staff. This is not a cheap place so be prepared to spend some cash. We had a prime rib, lobster, goat cheese mashed potato and side of mushrooms, just delicious.
Their lobsters are huge and fresh. They had up to 4 lb lobsters that they bring to the table for a quick introduction before he lands on your plate!
Overall great experience!

CLASSIC STEAKHOUSE. Two things set this place apart from the crowd of other high-​end steak places in the area: service and consistency.
The front of the house team is among the most professional I’ve ever encountered. If you have a reservation or if you are a return customer, you will be greeted warmly by name. Bartenders and servers know their stuff– they’re skilled, qualified, and confident in the quality of the product. It’s amazing how that relaxed confidence triggers a de-​stress reaction in the customer. You can trust them to give you a great experience. Even the runner who delivers the food thoughtfully pauses before leaving to make sure everything is just right. Why is it that in so many places their role is a frantic dump and run, vanishing before you can say a word?
And when it comes to the food, you can be certain that whatever you order, it will be delicious. It’s the same classic steak house fare that our parents and grandparents fell in love with– clams casino, surf and turf, iceberg salad with blue cheese and bacon, 3 cheese potatoes au gratin, cheesecake, etc… These items have stood the test of time because they are comforting and wonderful.
What doesn’t The Palm offer? The glitz and glam that draw so many people to our fair city. Lots of families and older couples dine here. There’s no hostess/​model at the front desk, no neon décor.
So, if your purpose is to impress someone with your wicked cutting-​edge coolness, this is probably not the place for you; but if you want a rock-​solid, classic steak dinner, dive in.
Two other notes: The menu linked on the Unilocal page is accurate. Parking at the meters on surrounding side streets is free after 6:00PM. They also have valet.

Old skool atmosphere, service and great food. Outside valet was lined up with super lux cars so expect this place to be expensive. There’s also plenty of metered parking by the main road. Host knew all the regulars, young and mature, by their name. We came on a Wednesday night and the place was pretty busy.
First we shared the Louis «Gigi» Delmaestro Salad (shrimp, green beans, tomato, onion, bacon, iceberg lettuce, roasted pepper, egg and avocado tossed in a garlic vinaigrette). Always consistent, chunks of shrimp and dressing was just enough. We both had the Filet… medium rare for my friend and mine was medium. Wish I had ordered the medium rare cause mine was a little tough but they were really fine cuts of meat. We had creamed spinach and half /​half (cottage fries /​fried onions) on the side. Yes, we splurged, we devoured all… true carnivores :) Our drink of choice were dirty martinis. Steakhouses tend to make dirty martinis the right way and this place was just that. Perfectly balanced, grey goose vodka, vermouth, little sour from olives but not overpowering and most important… served on a chilled real martini glass.
Our server happened to know my friend for years. He was very knowledgeable and polite. Also noticed patrons walking in kept asking for him to wait on them. Furnishings were traditional steak house style. Dim lighting all around. As you walk in, a busy bar to the left will entice you to get a drink first before sitting on your assigned table. It is on the pricey side but well worth it. Good for a celebratory dinnerWill keep coming back for more.

So you want to have a nice meal at a good steakhouse… there are a lot to choose from, they are seemingly indistinguishable, but you won’t leave the Palm disappointed.
Everything about The Palm can only be described as «classic.»
The host welcomed us by name when we walked in the door (it was an off-​season Monday at 9pm… I guess there weren’t many possibilities!) and took a genuine interest in making sure we were happy with our table.
The filet minion was cooked to the perfect temperature, and you could tell it would be fantastic simply by sticking your fork into the meat. Cheesecake is the must-​get dessert.
The service was perfect. We were never rushed, and never left waiting.

Let me start by saying that I see all the 4 and 5 star ratings and it is possible these folks no good food but possibly there’s more to it? I think Unilocalers at times have saved up to go to this place and are excited to just get to this institution of a restaurant. Most know the reputation of the Palm and convince themselves it will be great, and it can be, but frequently isn’t. Luck of the draw is not what makes for a good restaurant experience. Consistently good experiences «does».
Went to the Palm Miami last weekend seeking a great lobster dinner. I had my taste buds working overtime on the drive there thinking about the big lobster I was going to devour. My lobster that night was pretty well prepared and somewhat better than my previous visit a few months ago. I was very disappointed in the dry flavorless stuffing, but inconsistency is the Palm’s trademark for the last few years.
This institution needs some attention. The big lobsters are at times great but not consistently. The sides decent, the salads not bad, the steaks pretty good but this place used to be on top!
My family and I have been going to Palm restaurants for many years and Las Vegas is our favorite location. They may well be the busiest and seem to have the best chef and most caring management. The Palm Miami is just tired. Not so much the building which is traditional «Palm» and fine, but the servers, the cooks, the general attitude all are in great need of freshening.
You know, many of the waiters will tell you they have been there 10 or 12 or more years but that isn’t necessarily a good thing. A waiter can have 12 years experience or one years experience 12 times? A good server today must be able to look at a table and SEE what it needs. They must be intuitive! They must understand that when food is placed on a table it must be right and any issues solved immediately. You can not go to another table and help «anyone» if your letting the previous tables food get cold? Not a difficult concept to understand.
Palm Miami host/​managers no longer ask if everything is ok, they come by and say «enjoy your meal». This tells me that they have heard too many problems and no longer care to make things right. You can tell by the elderly regulars, that this is an old time place that has become habit more than «on top of their game». The Palm could be a star again if someone cared to make it that. All the fundamentals are there but when no one cares about execution, and management doesn’t ask about the food and make right any problems, as the best restaurants certainly do in this day and age, there is only one way to go, and the Palm Miami is going.
I will probably still go for my lobster fix every few months (out of habit), but I understand like the other older folks, exactly what I will be contending with and what I need to do and say to get an acceptable meal.
I very much like the Palm concept in «theory» and hope they get it together soon. I’m rooting for this place!

I was a big fan of the Merrick Park location of Palm Steakhouse and went there frequently for business. I had no idea there was an outpost in Bal Harbor and was thrilled when my buddy suggested we have a guys night out dinner there.
The location is a little hidden, you definitely have to be looking for Palm to find it. The interior was a little small and not as nice as the former Gables location.
Our server was pretty good which pretty much my experience at the other Palm. My only complaint would be that my Dirty Martini on the rocks was served regular. Drinks were strong and should be for the prices paid.
I ordered the filet with Bernaise which was good but didn’t blow my socks off. I still think the filet is better at Prime 112 and Capital Grille IMO, maybe I should have gone with a ribeye. The bacon wrapped scallops appetizer was pretty good though.
Anyway when all was said and done it was about $ 150 per person so definitely not cheap. I would say that I had a pretty good dinner but was somewhat underwhelmed once price was considered.
This location seems dated and old vs the old Merrick location and although the food was good for the price I would rather go to some other newer steakhouses.

The Palm was my late father’s favorite restaurant. He used to look forward to going there for their steak and hash brown potatoes. Any time there was a family celebration he wanted to go to The Palm. I look forward to going there also. Not for their steaks, but for their salad, with the best blue cheese dressing I’ve ever eaten. I can easily fill up on their delicious bread basket, salad, wild mushrooms, mashed potatoes, and creamed spinach.
Their desserts are delicious. The service is always professional and attentive.