The Dolphin Harbor Miami Seaquarium is a theme park located in southern Florida. The primary attraction at the Seaquarium is the marine animal exhibitions. Dolphins, killer whales and other sea animals perform along with their handlers for audiences of all ages. The park is located on Virginia Key, just off the coast of Florida and accessed on the Rickenbacker Causeway. Virginia Key, Key Biscane, and other nearby islands have restaurants you can enjoy when your visit to the Seaquarium is over.
The Rusty Pelican is a Florida favorite for special occasions or a celebration meal. The Rusty Pelican is located on Key Biscane, with a view of the city across the water. Located north of the park on the way back to the mainland, it only takes a few minutes to get there from the Seaquarium. The seafood menu at The Rusty Pelican changes with the season and the best local catch. If you're making a weekend of it, The Rusty Pelican serves Sunday brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. with unlimited champagne, mimosas and orange juice, as well as a half-price option for children under age 13.
The Rusty Pelican
3201 Rickenbacker Causeway
Key Biscayne, Florida 33149
305-361-3818
miami.therustypelican.com
This relaxed, open-air restaurant and bar serves local seafood in a rustic setting on Key Biscane. Also just minutes up the road from the Seaquarium, Bayside Fish Market is a low-key option on the island along the Rickenbacker Causeway. The restaurant has been in operation since 1983 and is known for its fresh fish and low prices. Bayside Fish Market is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner.
Bayside Fish Market
3501 Rickenbacker Causeway
Key Biscayne, FL 33149-1002
305-361-0177
This contemporary diner on the Bay Harbor Islands in Miami serves breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week and has both indoor and outdoor seating for parties of all sizes. Known for their extensive menu, Big Pink serves classic American diner fare with fun, modern favorites like wraps and Mexican-inspired dishes. Waffles, nachos and sandwiches of all kinds are available here, and the beach location is convenient for a day or night out. Big Pink is about 20 minutes by car from the Seaquarium. Portions are known to be quite large, so head there if the family is starved after a long day with the dolphins.
Big Pink Restaurant South Beach
157 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305-532-4700
