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Outdoor Dining Terrace for Dinner - Essensia at The Palms Hotel & Spa, Miami Beach, FL

Essensia at The Palms Hotel & Spa

4.6
4.6
686 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:30 pm
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Romantic
Essensia Restaurant & Bar, located in the iconic and historic The Palms Hotel & Spa, presents seasonally-inspired, mindfully-sourced Mediterranean-style cuisine with Asian influences. Healthfully-prepared dishes made from premium, local and sustainably farmed ingredients cater to a variety of dietary preferences, including gluten free and vegan. Handcrafted cocktails and a carefully selected wine list complete the experience in a tropical and casually elegant indoor-outdoor ambiance that feels worlds away from the city’s hustle and bustle. Recently re-opened following a complete interior re-design and new menus by Chef Diana Tandia, the Slow Food Snail of Approval and Surfrider Foundation Ocean Friendly Restaurant honored eatery has recently been awarded ‘Best Outdoor Dining’ and ‘Best Healthy Dining’ in OpenTable’s 2025 Diners’ Choice Awards.

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Organic, Global, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Bar Daily 10:00 am–11:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Discounted valet parking available: $19
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Diana Tandia

Experiences

  • Meatless Mondays Vegetarian & Vegan Dinner Special

    USD 55.00 per person

    3 Feb 2025 - 30 June 2025
    Indulge in a thoughtfully curated, plant-focused dining experience with our special Meatless Mondays menu. Savor a variety of inspired vegan and vegetarian dishes for $55++, crafted with seasonal ingredients and rich flavors. Choose from exquisite starters like the velvety Miso Butternut Squash Soup or the vibrant Kale Harvest Salad. Delight in main courses such as the aromatic Jungle Seasonal Vegetable Curry or the comforting Butternut Squash Risotto with black truffle. End your meal on a sweet note with our plant-based Pumpkin Pie or refreshing Florida Sorbets. Celebrate the art of mindful eating every Monday at Essensia. Join us for dinner and explore a world where taste and wellness intertwine.
    Meatless Mondays Vegetarian & Vegan Dinner Special photo
  • Ocean-Friendly Fridays Sustainable Seafood Dinner

    USD 75.00 per person

    21 Feb 2025 - 31 Dec 2025
    Every Friday, our 3-Course Sustainable Seafood Dinner Menu showcases a dining experience for $75++, thoughtfully crafted to spotlight the freshest local and responsibly sourced ingredients. Begin with appetizers like the refreshing Shrimp Ceviche with mango relish or the exquisite Florida Cobia Crudo drizzled with citrus yuzu vinaigrette. For the main event, choose from selections such as Pan-Seared Local Cobia with saffron cauliflower purée or the savory Miso Maple Glazed Bluehouse Atlantic Salmon. Conclude your meal with indulgent desserts like our Creamy Basque Cheesecake or artisan Miami Gelato. Join us for dinner and savor an evening that delights the palate while promoting ocean sustainability.
    Ocean-Friendly Fridays Sustainable Seafood Dinner photo

Private dining

Offers

  • Relax & Refresh Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm
    Sunday - Thursday from 4 PM - 6 PM. Join us for the happiest of hours at Essensia Bar or Lounge Terrace. Savor expertly crafted classic cocktails for $12, select organic wines by the glass for $10, and refreshing draft beers for $6. Pair your drinks with a delicious selection of seasonally inspired bar bites, artisanal cheese, and charcuterie boards. Whether you're toasting to the day or easing into the evening, Essensia’s Happy Hour is the perfect way to relax and indulge.

    Relax & Refresh Happy Hour photo

What 686 people are saying

Essensia at The Palms Hotel & Spa reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Miami Beach

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Essensia at The Palms Hotel & Spa offers a dining experience highlighted by a "romantic ambiance" in a lush tropical setting and a "diverse and creative menu" using locally sourced ingredients. Guests appreciate the "excellent service" and delicious food, although some note limited menu options and occasional slow service.

686 Reviews
  1. Jaclyn

    E. Tennessee6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! Hidden gem in The Palms hotel. Food & service were excellent.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was outstanding and a special shout out to Jorge for his excellent service on the beach. Will definitely come back.

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  3. EduardLeeuwendaal

    San Francisco7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect from start to finish! Thank you for this wonderful experience.

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  4. Leah VIP

    Miami18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my fourth time coming here. I have always enjoyed what I ate and the service is always good. Tonight’s dinner was exceptional! I had the rigatoni and it was absolutely delicious. My husband had the short ribs and it was so tender and wonderfully seasoned. We ordered for the table the flatbread and the butternut squash appetizer …both excellent. We also ordered the octopus…that had a good taste but was a little too tough. Friends ordered the leek and mushroom risotto….loved it. Overall it was a very special dinner!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, service, and ambience were excellent. We would definitely return to this restaurant.

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  6. Juan VIP

    Miami154 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice place with delicious food and excellent service.

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  7. shearon VIP

    Charlotte7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful Place. I enjoyed my stay here. We will return.

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  8. Beth

    New York City3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 25 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very enjoyable dinner. Food was very good; service was excellent. We sat indoors because it was a windy evening, and the ambiance was pleasant.

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  9. Virginia VIP

    New York City15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is such a fantastic dining experience. All the food is locally sourced. The menu is well thought out. They were very attentive and educated to help with my celiac. An amazing experience that I would highly recommend.

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  10. Tess

    Los Angeles9 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    It took a very long time for the food to arrive, disappointing!

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FAQs

Essensia at The Palms Hotel & Spa is rated 4.6 stars by 686 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:30 pm
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Essensia at The Palms Hotel & Spa

The Palms Hotel & Spa, 3025 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33140

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Organic, Global, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Bar Daily 10:00 am–11:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Discounted valet parking available: $19
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Diana Tandia
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