South Miami · Est. Local Favorite

Real food that tastes like it was made for you — not just at you.

From our kitchen to your table, every dish is built with seasonal ingredients, bold flavors, and the kind of warmth that turns a Tuesday dinner into a memory.

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⭐ Locally loved
🍽️ Fresh daily
🍇 Wine curated
A beautifully plated dish at The Grape Ape restaurant
Fresh ingredients on the kitchen counter
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Chef plating a dish in the kitchen
Fresh herbs and ingredients

Our Story

We opened our doors so South Miami would have a place that feels like home.

The Grape Ape started with a simple idea: food should taste like someone actually cared about making it. Not fast. Not fancy for fancy's sake. Just honest, well-made dishes in a space where you can relax and actually talk to the people sitting with you.

Every ingredient is sourced with intention — local produce when it's in season, proteins from trusted farms, and a wine list that reflects what we'd pour at our own table. We're not chasing trends. We're building a neighborhood restaurant that earns its place at the center of things.

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Locally Sourced Ingredients from South Florida farms
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Handcrafted Daily Everything made from scratch, every day
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Curated & Thoughtful Wine and pairings chosen with care

Kind Words

What Our Guests Say

★★★★★

"We stumbled in on a random Wednesday and left feeling like we'd found our new favorite spot. The food was incredible and the atmosphere is just so warm and welcoming."

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Maria G.
★★★★★

"The Ape Ribeye is hands down one of the best steaks I've had in Miami. Paired with their wine recommendation — perfect evening. We'll be back."

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James T.
★★★★★

"Such a gem in South Miami. The staff treated us like family, the chocolate lava cake was unreal, and the Grape Ape Spritz is now my go-to drink."

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Sofia R.

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We'd Love to See You

Walk-ins are always welcome, but reservations are recommended for dinner service.

Address 7400 SW 57th Ct
South Miami, FL 33143-5341
Hours
Monday – Thursday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday – Saturday 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM

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