Miami Staple Named the Most Expensive Restaurant in Florida

Miami might be known for its affordable and delicious pastelitos and Cubano sandwiches, but it also happens to be home to the most expensive restaurant in the entire state of Florida, which is no small feat in a city where champagne brunches are practically a sport.

According to a newly released ranking of the priciest places to dine in every U.S. state, L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon in the Design District tops the list for Florida. The opulent French restaurant, which holds two Michelin stars (the most awarded to any restaurant in the state), offers a seasonal four-course tasting menu that starts at $195. For those feeling a little bolder — or just flush with cash — there's the "Evolution" tasting menu priced at $295, featuring dishes like a dedicated lobster course. À la carte options? Try a crispy poached egg with caviar and smoked salmon for $95.
The restaurant is the Miami outpost of the late Joël Robuchon, the legendary French chef once dubbed the "Chef of the Century." Known for its sleek counter seating and theatrical open kitchen, L'Atelier blends high design with even higher prices. And it seems to be working.

The national roundup, compiled by LoveFood, highlights the most expensive restaurant in each state based on the priciest tasting menus or main courses, not just one-off items like gold-flaked steaks or gimmicky $1,000 sundaes. The focus is on restaurants that consistently deliver fine-dining experiences worth the splurge, backed by reviews, awards, and firsthand accounts.

Also on Florida's Fine-Dining Leaderboard: Victoria & Albert's in Orlando

Victoria & Albert's at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa also made the nationwide roundup, and if you thought Mickey Mouse was expensive, buckle up.

The Michelin-starred and Forbes Five-Star-rated restaurant offers a four-hour dining experience that leans into full sensory indulgence. Tasting menus start around $300 and can climb north of $400, with plates ranging from wagyu beef to ethereal patisserie creations. Multiple bread courses are included, too.

Despite being on theme park turf, there's nothing Mickey Mouse about the dining experience here. In fact, Victoria & Albert's is widely considered one of the best restaurants in the Southeast, combining technical precision with grand presentation in true Disney fashion.

With Florida claiming not one, but two spots on this list, it's clear the Sunshine State isn't just about flip-flops and fish tacos. Whether you're splurging on caviar-laced eggs in Miami or indulging in a four-hour feast at Disney, Florida knows how to serve fine dining with flair and a sizable bill.

L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon. 151 NE 41st St., Ste. 235, Miami; 305-402-9070; latelier-miami.com.