From Our Tables to Yours: Celebrating the Holidays at Aventura Mall

’Tis the season for sparkling toasts, shared plates, and the kind of dinners that stretch into stories. At Aventura Mall, the holidays arrive table-side from first clink to final dessert. Here, the dining scene feels like a neighborhood of traditions, some cherished, some new, and all under one roof.

Whether you’re gathering the whole family after photos with Santa, slipping in a lunch between gift runs, or planning a night that ends with fireworks, this is your holiday reservation list. From cozy catchups to linger-long dinners, consider this your season’s table—good company, warm plates, and a little extra time to savor it all.

Toku

Celebrate the holidays in style at Toku. Low lighting, upbeat playlists, and seamless service set the stage for a night that feels truly special. The holiday calendar is set: open Christmas Day from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. with the full à la carte menu, and on New Year’s Eve, enjoy à la carte dining from noon to 7:45 p.m. before the evening transforms into a Prix-Fixe NYE Experience starting at 9 p.m. Expect a champagne welcome, festive party favors, and DJ-led energy building toward midnight.

Once seated, the chef-curated menu unfolds as a polished progression—designed so you can savor the moment without worrying about what to order. It’s perfect for everything from dressed-up date nights to friend groups creating a new tradition: start with a cocktail at the bar, glide into dinner, and stay for the countdown. Signature favorites—sushi, robata, and standout plates—shine without overwhelming you with choices. Dessert feels like a final toast, and service keeps the evening effortless from start to finish.

Reservations are essential for the late seating; call Toku at 305-465-8658 for availability and any other questions.

Toku is located on the Upper Level.

Eataly

Holiday comfort, Italian-style. Across Eataly’s restaurants and quick-service counters, the season arrives dressed for celebration: premium pastas finished with shaved truffles or sweet lobster, cozy classics like lasagna and polpette, and winter warmers from Tuscany such as ribollita and brasato al Chianti. Between gift runs and photos by the tree, it’s the perfect pause—settle in for something slow-simmered and soulful, then finish with a cup of rich hot chocolate or a sugar-dusted bombolone that tastes like the holidays.

For a sit-down holiday meal, explore il Pastaio, an intimate setting perfect for a romantic dinner or a quiet escape, or gather the family at La Pizza & La Pasta, where wood-fired pizzas and house-made pastas make for a lively, shareable feast.

Eataly has also unveiled its Seafood Boat, a dine-in-only showcase served Friday through Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. Picture an abundant, market-fresh spread meant for sharing: oysters by the half-dozen, shrimp cocktail, and a crudo trio of tuna, salmon, and hamachi—followed by split lobster tail, king crab legs, and Florida’s famed stone crab claws, all paired with classic sauces and an optional caviar flourish. It’s celebratory without the fuss—a quick-service format with restaurant polish, designed so every bite arrives at its peak and every table feels a little more festive.

Eataly is located on the third level near Nordstrom.

Jacinta

A warm welcome to Jacinta, the latest love letter to Mexico’s matriarchs and coastal flavors, which arrived just in time for the holidays. The menu leans into shareable celebration: Queso Fundido Carlota laced with black truffle; Oaxacan Tetelas with huitlacoche; almond-rich Enmoladas; bright, sea-forward plates like Ceviche La Sirena

and Bluefin Tuna Tostadas; along with heartier signatures—Octopus al Carbón and Skirt Steak kissed by a cherry wood-burning grill. Vegetarian options are also available.

Botanical cocktails bring the sparkle, while warm interiors and a generous terrace set the tone for festive gatherings. For larger celebrations, Jacinta offers a private dining room—perfect for hosting holiday parties with an elevated, intimate feel.

Jacinta is located on the Lower Level.

Round out your itinerary with Aventura Mall’s other favorites, each ready for a toast of its own. At Motek, New Year’s arrives with bright, Levantine flair: start with a local-fish crudo lifted by green harissa, oro blanco, cilantro, and sesame; move to a grouper kebab over gigante plaki with Florida tomatoes and a grilled long hot pepper; or choose the grilled lamb loin chop with persimmon and pomegranate ezme. For a sweet finish, sufganiyot land table-side with strawberry–sumac jam and chocolate ganache. Craving a different lane? Book a table at CVI.CHE 105, Gaby by Call Me Gaby, Pollos y Jarras, Pubbelly, or Bella Luna. And if you’re planning something bigger, Divieto Ristorante specializes in unique group experiences with dedicated spaces and menus—perfect for office parties, team happy hours, rehearsal lunches, or even full/partial buyouts to make the night entirely your own.

From candlelit catchups to full-on fêtes, Aventura Mall has your holiday table covered. Come for the gifts, stay for the courses, and make a tradition of lingering just a little longer. Reservations are encouraged on peak dates… We’ll save you a seat.