Baleenkitchen - Sunny Isles Beach

What a difference a decade makes. Grove Isle’s posh waterfront restaurant sparkled and faded in the aughts, shuttered in 2008, and found new life north in 2018. Solé on the Beach in Sunny Isles resuscitated the popular spot with a different ocean view (this one of the Atlantic Ocean) and a touch of maritime glamour—think blue hues and driftwood accents scattered throughout the indoor/outdoor space. Whether you opt for an interior table or a seat on the terrace, nearly every spot in the restaurant looks out onto Sunny Isles beach. The seafood-heavy menu befits the scenery. Snack on lobster sliders and tuna tacos, feast on Key West pink shrimp and whole fish as you sample some of South Florida’s coastal bounty. Looking for something more exotic? The list of international mules takes you for a boozy trip around the world, featuring variations on the classic vodka drink like a Mexican-inspired, tequila-based concoction.