4 Places For Memorable Business Lunches In South Florida

When looking for the best restaurants to take your clients, what better way to do so than ask business owners themselves where they recommend?

Based in Miami, Dr. Jeff Epstein MD is known globally for his groundbreaking work in hair restoration and cosmetic procedures. In fact he’s been dubbed the “doctor’s doctor.” He established his private practice in 1994 and since has performed over 16,000 surgical procedures, with specialties including hairline lowering, hair transplants, forehead reduction surgery and rhinoplasty.

Dr. Jeff has been consistently featured in the media for his top-notch expertise, even giving his opinion on whether or not Elon Musk had a hair transplant in Page Six. He also serves as editor for the official publication for the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery. Dedicated to giving back, he also offers pro-bono reconstructive surgery to children and patients in need through The Gorana and Jeffrey Epstein Foundation and Operation Restore.

So where does Dr. Jeff take clients out when he’s looking to discuss procedures?

While in Miami, Dr. Jeff often books a reservation at Joe’s Stone Crab in South Beach, Miami. This is a restaurant that always impresses clients thanks to its relaxed, yet refined ambiance, and large menu of all the classic seafood and hearty meat dishes you could hope for.

It’s a unique spot that offers a slice of history — it’s been around since 1913 — with decadent offerings. Popular items include their signature stone crab claws, chilled and cracked with mustard sauce; king crab legs; seafood trio with a selection of crustaceans; and of course, you can’t go wrong with any of their steaks which are charred in a cast iron and finished with marrow butter.

For the vegetarians and vegans of the business world, Dr. Jeff frequents PLANTA, also in South Beach. With its gorgeous, modern setting, and refined ambiance, PLANTA features classic variations of dishes from around the world that make even meat-eaters happy.

From vegan ahi watermelon nigiri with ginger and eggplant rollatini to chick’n fried mushrooms and pad Thai slaw with kelp noodles, each plant-based dish is uniquely meat-less, but loaded with flavor. Try snacks like the bang bang broccoli with sweet chili or kimchi nachos or dive into a pizza like the savory diavola pizza, which uses a cashew mozzarella, or the Hawaiian with pineapple and tempeh bacon.

For lovers of fine Indian cuisines, Dr. Jeff sits down at Bombay Darbar in Coral Gables. Inviting, aesthetically pleasing, and filled with the aromas of spices, Bombay Darbar features authentic Indian dishes. Whether you eat meat or prefer plant-based options, take your pick of warm and savory curries; flavorful biryani; and freshly baked naan to soak it all up. Lunch specials include chicken vindaloo with a vinegar spicy sauce; lamb roganjosh with a tomato sauce with yogurt and garlic and spices; and vegetarian options like the classic aloo gobi with cauliflower and potato chunks.

Dr. Jeff also enjoys the favors Novecento in Key Biscayne, where clients enjoy the unique combination of Argentinian and Italian cuisines. This charming bistro showcases both cuisines in a genuine way, emphasizing the best of both worlds in dishes that range from the ceviche con tostones and the picada criolla, a tasting platter of grilled steak, chicken, chorizo, beef and empanadas with chimichurri sauce, to Italian classics like the spinach ravioli or the ham and cheese stuffed pasta.

Embrace the umami of the atun tataki, pan seared tuna, or the satisfying bite of the choripan, grilled chorizo sandwich. Top off your dining experience with a the volcan de dulce de leche, featuring a warm dulce de leche truffle with whipped cream and a scoop of ice cream.