Branja Miami

Absolutely delicious food in a very unique restaurant- the cathedral style ceiling is absolutely beautiful; biggest downside is that it can get very hot in the summer time.Highly recommend the schnitzel and the mezze platter - top notch.Beware - their menu changes often and sometimes you and your friend may get differing menus!

Came without resys on a whim and got decent seating by the bar area. As it started to rain, got moved inside more and was safe from the drops. Inside/outside flows in one. It worked today, but curious how that turns out on hotter days. It's sort of bohemian and laid back yet miami stylish. Pretty sure anything could go here, but they're probably trying to pull a higher end crowd. Right off the bat it's not your traditional menu. You see familiar dishes but with a twist. For example my paella came with farro instead of rice. It was probably the most flavorful of the lot. The tuna that another got was pretty tasty also (albeit small). I didn't try the beef kebob. I didn't love the bravas. I would pass on that next time it was missing some flavor. Service was very friendly - five star here. They were very receptive to allergies which was a huge huge plus. I'd give this another look with the right group / mood for off the cuff trials, however I can't say this will make my go to spot type of list. It is on the pricer end - and they have some elements to command it, but maybe not fully. The oasis type area it's in is walkable and nicely decorated, but once you leave it's pretty empty. Street parking. Not the most convenient. Outside of the oasis area, I can't say I saw much to do or walk not might recommend that.

I thought this was a very interesting experience. Food ranged from above average to flat out great. There is a small inside dining area, but most people will pick the outside seating option which may get slightly hot during summer. I found service to be above average. Very colourful and with a varied menu. Iced tea was a touch awkward as it tasted more like lemonade than iced tea. Portions are large enough to fill but not meant to over indulge you. I had the green shakshuka, a variation of the original with greens instead of the usual tomato base. Also loved the Greekish salad with the watermelon. Dessert was immensely enjoyable, the layali really was the way to go.

First I have to mention that this place exceeded my expectations. I've heard mixed reviews so I entered with caution. The service was top-notch. Truly, the most authentic, kind guy that truly elevated our experience. Luis is a treasure to this place. We really enjoyed the food, it was spiced very well. Kabobs were tender and the grilled veggies were so yummy! Not the best aperol spritz I've ever had but not the worst either. Quality of the food was truly outstanding

First time visiting Branja with friends as it came highly recommended from one of them - specifically for the Rose Pasta. The food did not disappoint and the venue was absolutely breathtaking. The quality of the food is wonderful, especially for the price you're paying. We ordered the Branzino as an appetizer to share and it was absolutely delicious. Highly recommend ordering it as an appetizer as it is the perfect size for one. My friends each preserves the Rose Pasta which is vegan and exquisite. I could eat this pasta at least twice a week, for sure. I ordered the Seafood Paella which was full of large pieces of succulent shrimp, fish and squid. We all shared all the plates and it was more than enough food for three people to leave fully satisfied. Service wasn't so great. It was actually a little disappointing. Our server was cordial but she took forever to get us refills on water and when it came time for the check, she literally ignored us for a good 30-40 minutes. Luckily, we went to the bar for an after dinner drink and the bar staff picked up where she fumbled the ball and delivered an excellent customer service experience to round out the night. Located in the Buena Vista area of Miami, right off of NE 2nd Ave; the restaurant is highly visible with lots of metered street parking and valet option. Branja is also adjacent to a ton of little boho-style shops and other restaurants. There's a gorgeous walkway with a Wish Tree and a giant wooden Pinocchio. So cute for photos.

Went to Branja on a Saturday night, was running late for my reservation so I called in and the hostess was super accommodating. The restaurant is absolutely gorgeous! Let's get into the food... Bread and dips: 7.5/10 - the bread was perfection, but I think the dip selection could be improved. Polenta: 100/10 - WOW is all I could say. So delicious, creamy, flavorful. Best polenta dish I've had in a while. Rose Pasta: 7/10 - this dish was the main reason I came to Branja and I have to say I found it to be a bit underwhelming for the price. My friend loved the flavors, but to me it felt a bit perfumey (but that's on me, it is called Rose pasta after all). Tuktuk Kebab: 8/10 - amazinggg flavor, but not enough meat to justify the price. Crack Pie: 8.5/10 - I really liked it, but my friend didn't at all. I think that it's pretty hit or miss. For the most part I enjoyed the things I ate, but I do think prices are way too high for the food. I wouldn't be opposed to returning and trying out different things on the menu.

I found this place purely by accident! It was a very pleasant accident. I was supposed to be having a birthday brunch with friends at Vista but they're closed. As we were wandering in Upper Buena Vista we came upon Branja. The hostess was very pleasant & accommodating. The waiter was very attentive & made great recommendations. When they ran out of French toast the manager brought out a complimentary tomato salad. That was not only beautiful but also scrumptious!The drinks were lovely & the food was absolutely fresh, flavorful & amazing. The Foccacia bread was the best I've ever had! It was crispy, fluffy & light. All the dips were tasty too. My favorite was the tapenade & the brava! I ordered the Latka Benedict. It was an original presentation with soft boiled eggs instead of poached ones. It was absolutely delicious! I will definitely be back.

I love Branja!!!! One of my friends scheduled our friend group to go to brunch at Branja and woweee what a brunch we had! Just walking in, the place is gorgeous with tall ceilings, stained glass, luscious plants and bright colors. Every single thing that entered our mouths earned ooos and mhmms. Before we even left, I thought of the next time I could go. I personally ordered the Red Shashuka with Challah bread and omg I'm drooling just thinking about it. I was able to bring another group of friends back to Branja and they were wowed as well. I ordered the Green Shashuka this time and although both Shashukas are majorly drool worthy, I think I'll have to get the Green one again next time due to its uniqueness (plus I love me some chickpeas). We were seated quickly and served well both times. I'll need to make a third trip out soon!

Such a beautiful space - the atmosphere makes it a showstopper and great to bring out of town guests. According to our friends, this chef won an Israeli cooking competition and has an awesome burger spot in Tel Aviv! Food is amazing here - we had a pita bread basket, the Tom n tahini, fishwarma, the frito misto, and the ba schnitzel. They were out of the eggplant that evening, so I'll be back to try it. Overall, they aren't the biggest portions ever, but it's a well priced restaurant with great flavors and good presentation. I also really enjoyed our halva pie - had a bit of a mochi texture which I actually really liked. I think we caught them on a slightly off night, as service had one or two snafus, but they were super nice about it and comped our dessert, which made up for it. Will be returning for a nice date night!

Amazing brunch and service. Ordered the burrata, spring salad, pita "pancakes", and deconstructed kabob sandwich. Delicious! Great music, beautiful space and perfect spot to enjoy for relaxed but elevated brunch.