Edan Bistro

"Edan Bistro doesn’t make the best first impression. The walls are mostly bare and the space isn't particularly eye-catching. But this casual Basque spot in North Miami does serve the best Spanish food in the entire city. Edan reminds us of the best restaurants in San Sebastian, where chefs greet you with coffee and send you off with wine after dropping by the table with croquetas and ribeyes you’ll remember for a lifetime. Go for dinner but come back for brunch and, eventually, the eight-course tasting menu. It includes the best steak in Miami and ends with a gooey Basque cheesecake." - ryan pfeffer, virginia otazo, mariana trabanino

"Edan Bistro is proof you don’t need a bunch of letters and numbers or the word “wagyu” anywhere on your menu to serve Miami’s best steak. This ribeye isn’t even prime (gasp). It gets its flavor from the dry aging process and open fire used to cook the 30 ounce steak, which, at $90, is a pretty great deal. The chef (who's likely taking your order too) will suggest it on the rarer side. Don’t fight him. He’s from one of the steak epicenters of the world." - virginia otazo, ryan pfeffer, mariana trabanino

"Come hungry to welcome the new year at this Basque spot offering an eight-course tasting menu. The meal includes a welcome glass of cava, plus a glass of white wine with dinner, alongside an array of dishes like strawberry gazpacho with smoked anchovy and brie cheese, bluefin tuna tartare with spiced kefir, and charred peas, grilled tenderloin with mushroom duxelles and foie gras, and Basque cheesecake. There will be one seating at 8 p.m. Price: $150 per person" - Alona Martinez

"You’ll walk into Edan Bistro and wonder if you’re at the same restaurant that serves the best Basque food in Miami. The deli case near the kitchen sits emptier than your rumbling stomach, and the walls are mostly bare. But rest assured, this is special occasion food in the kind of atmosphere that welcomes your most casual outfit. Brunch happens on the weekends and starts at 11am. Definitely get the crispy fried eggs with Iberico ham and black garlic mayonnaise, and the cheeseburger if it's available, which has the consistency of steak tartare. We also endorse the tortilla española and salty pan con tomate. Bring friends so you can order the entire menu. " - ryan pfeffer, virginia otazo, mariana trabanino

"Modern Basque cuisine takes center stage at Edan Bistro in North Miami. Chef Aitor Garate Berasaluze, who honed his skills at Spain’s Azurmendi and Miami’s now-shuttered Leku, brings his Basque heritage to life with the restaurant’s refined yet approachable menu. The simple sunlit dining room, filled with greenery and relaxed vibes, feels equally fitting for the backdrop to a family brunch or an intimate dinner. Standout dishes include crispy shiitake croquetas, smoky grilled octopus, and creamy pumpkin rice. Don’t leave without trying the famed Basque cheesecake that’s slightly burnt on the outside and gooey on the inside. For those seeking the full experience, the eight-course tasting menu — an almost unheard-of price of $100 per person in Miami — is a must." - Olee Fowler