Whether you’re looking to enjoy lunch with family, a romantic dinner with your significant other, or a pre-shopping brunch with friends, we’ve got you covered – with great food and great ambiance.

Here are some of our favorite spots offering outdoor and rooftop seating.

Motek

Admired for its flavorful Mediterranean fare, family-owned Motek Café invites patrons to transport themselves to the Mediterranean via authentic dishes such as falafel, hummus, shawarma, malawach and more. Offering brunch, lunch, and dinner, as well as sweets and coffee, Motek’s menu features plates both big and small, making it a great spot for shared meals. The Miami-based owners sought to elevate Miami’s fast-casual food culture by bringing genuine, thoughtful, and delicious Mediterranean food to everybody without ever losing touch of the importance of freshness: Motek’s menu uses only the highest quality of ingredients. Better yet, the restaurant also pleases a plethora of palates and dietary restrictions: it is kosher-style and offers a variety of vegetarian options.

Pani

Pani Trotta’s one-of-a-kind restaurant concept is a foodie’s dream come true and is quickly gaining popularity among visitors, thanks to its eclectic, Instagram-worthy décor. Pani, which was founded in South America, features an extensive menu that spans the globe, incorporating an array of influences. The recently debuted restaurant is open in the outdoor area of the new wing, next to the Haas Brothers’ Gorillas in the Mist fountain, further extending the vibrant ambiance diners can enjoy.

Pollos & Jarras

Explore Peru’s popular cuisine and enjoy flavor-bursting dishes with a twist at Pollos & Jarras, a restaurant concept helmed by CVI.CHE 105 Founder and Chef, Juan Chipoco. Located in the outdoor courtyard, diners can choose indoor seating for an eclectic and vibrant atmosphere or opt to sit outdoors where they can enjoy tranquil sounds of the nearby fountain surrounded by lush greenery. Menu standouts include perfectly-cooked rotisserie chicken, juicy barbecued meats, a variety of ceviches, and maki rolls. There are no wrong choices on this menu.

Pubbelly Sushi

The eclectic sushi spot from chef/restaurateur José Mendín features high-top tables on the outdoor patio with views of the Gorillas in the Mist fountain, along with the 93-foot-tall Aventura Slide Tower. The restaurant boasts an array of menu items, from the PB Vegan Pizza with avocado, seaweed and truffle oil to the Kimchee Fried Rice with pork belly, garlic, peas and pineapple. Complement your meal with an over-the-top Fu-Manchu cocktail or refreshing Cucumber Rehab mocktail.

Tap 42 Craft Kitchen + Bar

The 1,200 square-foot patio of this South Florida-based restaurant chain overlooks an open-air piazza and the beloved Aventura Slide Tower. Come for a delicious array of menu items, such as the popular Prohibition Burger and 40+ beers on tap, and stay for the wide, open vistas and relaxed atmosphere.

Serafina

One of the best Italian restaurants in Aventura, Serafina offers delectable food along with a chic atmosphere and warm hospitality. Serafina’s covered outdoor pergola, surrounded by lush greenery and flowers, is an ideal location to enjoy cocktails, pizzas and pastas that are truly indicative of la dolce vita.

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