Nine Inspectors’ Favorites in Florida in 2025

"Praised as having a great scene but even better steaks, this Little River hot spot blends a chic old-meets-new Florida look with an always-buzzing, good-looking crowd. The food leans classic American steakhouse with added luxury and local touches like stone crab claws. Pasta and swaggering main dishes are appealing, but it would be a sin to skip the steak, with selections ranging from shareable cuts to those sized for individuals that are flavorful enough on their own yet enhanced by unexpected sauces such as pineapple hot sauce and a rich bone marrow vinaigrette. Russet potatoes fried in chicken schmaltz, landing somewhere between smashed and roasted, make a perfect side, and the decadent kouign-amann ice cream sandwich is worth saving room for." - Nancy DePalma