Paya

4.8

77 Reviews

$31 to $50

Farm-to-table

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2 people

Feb 18, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 30 times today

Experiences are available.

Lively
Charming
Great for creative cocktails

Paya is an exuberant, island-inspired restaurant and bar located on Miami’s South Beach founded by Mohamed “Mo” Alkassar and Chef Niven Patel, the duo behind FEAL Hospitality. It is a platform for Chef Niven Patel to pay homage to the insular cuisines of the Caribbean, Southeast Asia, and Spain’s islands, where he and Mo have either worked or visited extensively. Chef Niven’s dishes incorporate ingredients he grows at Rancho Patel, complemented by vibrant wines and tropical, farm to glass cocktails.

The restaurant features 56 dining room seats, 25 bar seats, and 8 raw bar seats, with a gorgeous display of fresh seafood. Expect to jam to some Manu Chao style music while basking in the vibrant island vibes and flavors. South Beach has been home to Mo since he moved to Miami in 2016, and Paya is his thank-you to the community that supported him through his journey.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Contemporary American, American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(305) 397-8080
Website
http://payamiami.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
1209 17th St, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Neighborhood
South Beach
Parking details
None

Experiences

Monday $50 Taste of Paradise 🌴
$50.00 per person
Multiple dates available
3 Courses, 10 Dishes, this tasting menu is perfect for anyone who is looking to experience the full flavor profile of Paya. Each course highlights items from our main menu and is served family-style for a shared dining experience. Coconut Wahoo Ceviche, Lemongrass Glazed Daily Catch, and Prime Skirt Steak and many more signature dishes. All for $50 per person on Mondays.
A Taste of Paradise 🌴
$75.00 per person
Multiple dates available
3 Courses, 10 Dishes, this tasting menu is perfect for anyone who is looking to experience the full flavor profile of Paya. Each course highlights items from our main menu and is served family-style for a shared dining experience. Enjoy Scallop Crudo, Lemongrass Glazed Tilefish, and Prime Skirt Steak and many more signature dishes.

Green Papaya Salad$19.00
Pink Shrimp, Tomatoes, Thai Basil, Tamarind Vinaigrette
Coconut Wahoo Ceviche$24.00
Leche de Tigre, Avocado, Cachucha Peppers, Island Chips
Sebastian Inlet Oysters$17.00
Jackfruit Mignonette
Scallop Crudo$23.00
Peaches, Jalapeño, Shallot, Passionfruit, EVOO
Octopus Escabeche$21.00
Malanga, Pickled Vegetables, Allspice
Wagyu Beef Tartare$21.00
Haitian Pikliz, Dijon Aioli, Chives, Tostones

Appetizers

Pei Mussels$19.00
Tomato Broth, Lemon, Scallions, Sourdough
Island Crab Cake$22.00
Peekytoe Crab, Mango Salsa, Lime
Tamarind Lamb Chops$26.00
Roasted Plantains, Jerk Spiced Yogurt
Duck Confit Lumpia$21.00
Butter Lettuce, Mint, Jeow Sum
Mushroom Summer Roll$19.00
Pickled Cabbage, Avocado, Peanuts, Ponzu
Iberian Pork Empanadas$17.00
Caramelized Onion, Cilantro Crema
Truffle Brie Grilled Cheese$18.00
Mango Jam, Sullivan Street Sourdough
Heart of Palm Salad$19.00
Pumpkin Seeds, Avocado, Green Goddess
Farm Greens Salad$18.00
Pineapple, Plantains, Coconut Mint Dressing

Mains

Lemongrass Glazed Daily Catch$42.00
Bok Choy, Heirloom Carrots, Coconut Curry
Crispy Hogfish$68.00
Fennel, Heirloom Tomatoes, Ginger Sesame Sauce
Calabaza Gnocchi$28.00
Maitake Mushrooms, Goat Cheese, Chili Crunch
Prime Ribeye$75.00
Vadouvan Curry Butter
Prime Skirt Steak$42.00
Crispy Yukons, Roasted Pepper Chimichurri
Peri Peri Chicken$32.00
Boniato Mash, Broccolini, Salsa Verde
Black Tiger Shrimp & Grits$35.00
White Wine Tomato Sauce, Chives

Desserts

Brugal 1888 Rum Cake$16.00
Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Soursop Sorbet & Caviar$22.00
Early Harvest Olive Oil
Coffee Panna Cotta$15.00
Chocolate Cremoso, Raspberry

What 77 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Miami Beach
Innovative

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Paya in Miami Beach is a "hidden gem" offering a delightful blend of inventive cuisine and warm service. With standout dishes like the scallop crudo and tamarind lamb chops, the restaurant impresses with its "phenomenal" food and "electric" indoor ambiance. The "beautiful" outdoor patio and attentive staff make for a memorable dining experience.

77 Reviews

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Madison
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was a great find! Friendly staff, lovely patio ambiance and amazing food!
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Lauryn
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was one of my favorite dining experiences in Miami. The food and drinks and service were phenomenal and great value tasting menu.
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Josh
VIP
New York City
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The drinks and food were creative and tasty. Interesting flavors. Menu to handle multiple dietary needs. The service was attentive but not harassing, like other Miami Beach restaurants. Waiter and team all worked together smoothly. The backyard was fun and lush. All around great experience.
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Kristen
Miami
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing atmosphere, food (beyone delicious) and cocktails/jello shots (YUM / unique presentation) and service was on was point... Highly recommend.
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michael
VIP
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. Everything on the tasting menu was delicious
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Sunny
VIP
Miami
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We sat outside in the patio and it was a perfect night on Valentine's Day. The service, food and cocktails are outstanding! Thank you for a wonderful night. We'll be back!
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Flavia
Caribbean
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience ! Food was delicious! Ambiance was beautiful and contemporary, outstanding time all around!
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Regina
New York City
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Paya is beautiful and the team was so nice! We sat inside in booth seating and were able to take in the sights of the beautiful restaurant. The service staff was knowledgeable of the menu and made great recommendations. The catch of the day with the coconut curry sauce was to die for and we really enjoyed the jerk eggplant crostini— everything was so flavorful! On the way out we peeked at the outside searing area which was lovely. Paya is a new comber and a must try!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
VIP
Tampa
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great dinner at Paya! Everything was delish. Loved the fun jello shots. Our waiter Mark was the best. He made the experience even better! Highly recommend!
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Dani
VIP
Miami
113 reviews
5.0
113 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is a gem in overhyped, overcrowded and over-attituded Miami Beach. The location is great to get to (near everything and yet not in the middle) and the ambiance is a respite from it all. Fantastic and meal appropriate music plays, one can chat, have a romantic date, hang out with family. The decor is uber-chic, not a shred of the cheap sparkling stuff from elsewhere. Now, let's talk about the food, this is where the 'rubber meets the road': simply outstanding! Every dish was a winner - we did the Chef's tasting and wanted more of every dish. We had trouble rating each offering as they were so good. The food has a definite Latin slant but manages to do so with so much flavor and yet nothing that over powers! The north Florida oysters were incredibly fresh, the cobia delicious, the steak amazing, grilled cauliflower to die for! The cocktails were also perfection. Dessert made us break our no-sweets promise. Of course all this deliciousness can be easily forgotten if service fails to deliver - no such thing here. Our table team was absolutely on-point and the manager visited each and every table just to make sure everything was satisfactory. And this is how its done folks... Miami Beach/Miami, take note!
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FAQs

Paya is rated 4.8 stars by 77 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 18, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 30 times today

Experiences are available.

1209 17th St, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Additional information

Neighborhood
South Beach
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Contemporary American, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None

Website
http://payamiami.com/
Phone number
(305) 397-8080

Paya

Make a reservation

Additional information

Monday $50 Taste of Paradise 🌴

A Taste of Paradise 🌴

Raw Bar

Green Papaya Salad$19.00

Coconut Wahoo Ceviche$24.00

Sebastian Inlet Oysters$17.00

Scallop Crudo$23.00

Octopus Escabeche$21.00

Wagyu Beef Tartare$21.00

Appetizers

Pei Mussels$19.00

Island Crab Cake$22.00

Tamarind Lamb Chops$26.00

Duck Confit Lumpia$21.00

Mushroom Summer Roll$19.00

Iberian Pork Empanadas$17.00

Truffle Brie Grilled Cheese$18.00

Heart of Palm Salad$19.00

Farm Greens Salad$18.00

Mains

Lemongrass Glazed Daily Catch$42.00

Crispy Hogfish$68.00

Calabaza Gnocchi$28.00

Prime Ribeye$75.00

Prime Skirt Steak$42.00

Peri Peri Chicken$32.00

Black Tiger Shrimp & Grits$35.00

Desserts

Brugal 1888 Rum Cake$16.00

Soursop Sorbet & Caviar$22.00

Coffee Panna Cotta$15.00

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