Toku Modern Asian

"Aventura newcomer Toku now offers a Sunday brunch from noon to 4 p.m., offering a $45 prix fixe menu, an optional $30 bottomless drink add-on, and an a la carte menu. The brunch melds traditional dim sum with innovative Asian-inspired brunch classics, such as Ubi waffles and Chicken Katsu Benedict, complemented by many beverage options, including Lychee Bellinis and Wasabi Bloody Marys." - Alona Martinez, Olee Fowler

"Treat Mom to a shopping spree at Aventura Mall and kick things off with brunch at this buzzy modern Asian restaurant on the mall’s upper level. A 53-seat bar emphasizes the expansive size of the venue, an ideal choice for larger groups. Serving a menu that combines traditional dim sum offerings with Asian-inspired takes on classic brunch dishes; highlights include a dim sum sampler starter, ubi waffles, fluffy Japanese pancakes, and chicken katsu Benedict. Add a bottomless option of lychee bellinis, mimosas, the Toku spritz, or wasabi Bloody Marys. Hours: noon to 4 p.m. Price: $45 per person Additional $30 for bottomless cocktail option" - Alona Martinez

"Straight from Long Island, this modern Asian restaurant in Aventura serves an array of dishes hailing from Japan, China, and Thailand. Favorites include tuna pizza, miso black cod, Peking duck, and rock shrimp tempura. There is also a wide array of sushi to choose from and cocktails not to be missed. Open noon to 10 p.m. on Mondays." - Alona Martinez

"Toku will celebrate the Lunar New Year on Friday, February 9 with a traditional Chinese Dragon Dance at 8:30 p.m. and live music by DJ OOZZAA. Guests can enjoy modern Asian dishes like dumplings and noodles, symbolizing wealth and prosperity, along with a special Dragon Cocktail." - Olee Fowler

"At the first Florida outpost of this New York favorite, diners indulge in modern Asian dishes under the watchful gaze of a large stone Buddha. There’s a swanky bar that seats over 50, a patio for those craving al fresco dining, and plenty of chic patrons to people-watch. Dinner dishes include miso black cod, roasted lobster, Wagyu steak frites, and one of the best Peking duck dishes in town. The recently added brunch includes dim sum selections like King crab and pork soup, mushroom and truffle, foie gras and chicken, ube waffles with mango buttercream, and chicken katsu Benedict." - Alona Martinez