Golden Rule Seafood

"There are a few reasons to travel south of the Falls and Golden Rule Seafood is one of them. A hidden gem right off US-1, this is a must-visit for some of Miami’s best seafood. The long-standing fish market’s back patio restaurant is a charming tiki bar-style oasis, surrounded by lush greenery and peaceful ponds. Sip on a Mile Marker 141 (made with two types of rum, guava, and passion fruit puree) while enjoying fresh bites like conch fritters, crab cakes, blackened fish tacos, or the signature whole-fried snapper. It’s a true escape without the drive to the Keys." - Allison Ramirez, Alona Martinez

"An institution in Miami since 1943, this low-key South Dade family-run spot lets guests eat their claws under an outdoor tiki hut, a more than appropriate location in always sunny Miami. Pair the claws with conch fritters, smoked fish dip, and key lime pie to round out the Florida-inspired meal." - Olee Fowler

"This Palmetto Bay market and restaurant has been operating since 1946, back when South Florida’s biggest demographic was alligators. They’re still going strong today, and are a great option whether or not you want to sit down and eat inside a huge tiki hut or get some seafood to eat at home underneath your own tiki hut. (You have a tiki hut? Can we come over some time?) The seafood selection here is pretty huge. Name a Florida fish, they probably have it." - ryan pfeffer

"Lucky for those of us who wish the Florida Keys were closer, we have Golden Rule Seafood in South Miami. You’re coming here for pretty much any version of fried seafood, so stay away from dishes like the bland blackened seared tuna—which tastes like it was taken from an online recipe—and order the delightfully light and sweet conch fritters instead. Another great option is their po’ boy which piles tender fried shrimp, oysters, lettuce, and tomato onto a hoagie. If the weather is nice, sit outside. You can choose from two tiki situations, the grand or garden. We like the grand tiki because it could fit a twin-engine jet, has great air circulation, and is surrounded by mini waterfalls that sound like the background noise from a meditation app. Golden Rule also has a small indoor market. There, among the antique cash registers and nautical tchotchkes, you’ll find a long display case of local seafood, plus alligator meat in their freezer—if you’re into that kind of thing. A trip to the keys is always a fun getaway, but Golden Rule is about as close as Miami-Dade can get without crossing the Seven Mile Bridge. " - Virginia Otazo

"It may come as a surprise to some that this landmark seafood market, established in 1943, also doubles up as a restaurant. Seafood lovers in the know can dine on freshly chucked oysters, fried conch, crab cakes, stone crabs, and fish cooked to order with choice of sides. Other menu highlights include poke bowls, fish sandwiches, plus desserts, and a full service bar." - Stacy A. Moya