10. Yuca fries at
There’s no denying that Miamians love their pan-Latin cuisine. And when a craving for flavorful South and Central American fare strikes, a trip to the InterContinental’s hotel eatery is at the top of the list.
9. Truffle fries at Wynwood Diner
Offered smack dab in the heart of Miami's art district on NW Second Avenue, Wynwood Diner’s plate of crisp potatoes is everything you love about truffle fries without the overpowering flavor. Go to fry heaven when you try these golden treats tossed in truffle oil, salt, and chopped parsley, with a final topping of rich, creamy mornay sauce. Wynwood Diner does simple American food exceptionally well, all in a retro-chic setting.
8. Trio of duck-fat fries at Bourbon Steak
At Bourbon Steak, experience a ménage à trois — one dish three ways. Leave your weaknesses and inhibitions at the door of Michael Mina's legendary restaurant and give into one of many sinful creations, the trio of duck-fat fries ($5), twice-fried in duck fat. The masterfully seasoned fries come in three styles, each with a different dipping sauce, such as spicy ketchup, smoked barbecue, and sour cream. Combine these spuds with a gorgeous bone-in rib eye, and you can't do better.
7. Parmesan waffle fries at Quality Meats
South Beach's Quality Meats is known for quite a few things: large cuts of meat, hearty dishes, decadent desserts, and an extensive wine menu. But it’s also known for the fries — particularly the Parmesan waffle fries ($11). This jazzed-up version is served hot, crisp, and highly addictive. Alan Stillman, founder of New York’s original Smith & Wollensky; son Michael Stillman of Fourth Wall Restaurants; partner-chef Craig Koketsu; and executive chef Patrick Rebholz know what they’re doing.
6. Sweet potato fries at Kush
Craft beer shines at Kush. And just like its selection of brews, everything else here is also high-quality, including the food. The sweet potato fries are no exception. Bite into gently crisp, well-seasoned morsels of golden goodness. Favorite menu items from Kush’s older sibling, Lokal, also pop up on the menu, such as mouthwatering burgers made from Sumterville grass-fed beef, a chicken-and-waffle sandwich, and alligator bites. But if all else fails, stick to the basics: beer and fries.
