Miami's beaches and bays are spectacular, so why not grab a bite with a waterfront view? The restaurants included in this special section have some of the best views for watching boats on the water or just relaxing with a drink while the waves crash nearby.

Hard Rock Cafe Miami
401 Biscayne Blvd. Bayside Marketplace Miami
305-377-3110
More than 70,000 guitars, drums, pianos, harmonicas, microphones, shirts, pants, scarves, shoes, handwritten lyrics, cars, bikes, a bus and assorted rock memorabilia (the largest, most valuable collection in the world) grace the walls of more than 138 Hard Rock Cafes, Hotels and Casinos around the globe. The menu features an array of appetizers, salads, entrees and sandwiches that include meat, fish, chicken and desserts.

Smith & Wollensky
1 Washington Ave. South Pointe Park Miami Beach
305-673-2800
USDA Prime steaks, dry-aged and hand cut on premises, Maine lobsters, wild salmon and a host of other steak and seafood dishes are paired with Wollensky's famous sides for two for an unforgettable dinner. The fantastic view from South Pointe Park includes Government Cut and the Miami skyline. Open Sun.-Thurs., 11:30am-midnight; Fri.-Sat., noon-2am.

The Chart House
3371 Pan American Drive 51 Chart House Drive Coconut Grove
305-856-9741
Waterfront, fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere. Choose from an array of fresh fish and seafood like Dynamite Mahi-Mahi or Snapper Hemingway. The menu also includes turf delights such as Prime Rib, Tenderloin Medallions and the Chart House signature Caesar Salad. There is a salad bar and an extensive collection of fine wines and whiskies.

The Crab House
1551 NE 79th Street Overlooking Biscayne Bay Miami
305-868-7085
?Fresh seafood served in a casual and lively atmosphere. Choose from live Maine lobsters, a wide variety of fresh fish, shrimp dishes, and several types of crabs ...plus an all-you-can-eat fresh seafood and salad bar (hot and cold). For landlubbers, the menu also includes steaks and combination dinners.

Happy hour specials and menu from 2:30pm-7pm, Tues.-Sun. and 2:30pm-10pm Monday! Specials include $3 well drinks, $5 martinis, $2.50 domestic draft beers, and appetizers ranging from $3 (conch fritters, vegetable tempura) to $5 (coconut shrimp, jumbo crab cake). Open Sun.-Thur., 11:30am-10pm; Fri. -Sat., 11:30am-11pm.