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The Cypress Room

3620 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL, 33137
  • (305) 520-5197
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  • Mark S.

    Often, lowered expectations translate into an inflated rating, and based on my trips to MGFD (Michael's Genuine Food and Drink) I am rare in having low expectations for its more expensive cousin: the Cypress Room. Verdict: not bad, but no magic either. It's a solid "3". Service was formal ("stiff"), but attentive. The neighborhood is gritty (example: there is ample parking in a city lot, but none of the pay and display meters). As mentioned in nearly every other review here, the taxidermy on display doesn't exactly whet the appetite. The decor is "speak-easy meets hunting lodge". Tables are as close together as could be without overlapping, so if you are looking for discrete conversation, keep it outside. What I liked: the fact that sparkling water is complimentary is a revolutionary idea that should be replicated everywhere - we don't need water from France, Fiji or the Moon; just purified or distilled tap water, with bubbles (sparkling) or without (still). Food wise: clearly CR has access to top-notch and fresh ingredients. But I don't think they are used optimally. The burger was the best thing I saw, but should an ultra-expensive restaurant rest on something as humble as a burger? Miami New Times noted "The Cypress burger, with onion marmalade, costs $24 when the sun goes down but only $16 during the day" but neglects to mention that at lunch time you will pay dearly for the "thrice-fried fries" - care to guess the price? Yup, $8, so there is really no lunch deal at all. But let's start at the beginning: A restaurant that offers an amuse impresses me. One that goes beyond mere bread and butter is also a very nice touch (Scarpetta's stromboli and Bourbon Steak's duck fat fries trio come to mind). Cypress room offers a warm roll of ciabatta, and as noted above, those fries will ding your pocket $8. So to this point there is no offence taken, but I haven't been impressed. Moving to apps: there is again high quality ingredients, but no particular skill is demonstrated in creating a "whole" that is greater than the "sum of its parts." Melon Salad, Mixed Greens (or any of the salads for that matter), are good, but well within the grasp of anyone working in their own kitchen. Main courses are the same story: the daily changing rotisserie might be better if there were enough to fill my mouth to properly taste it - which is to say: portions are small. Rotisserie chicken (in a day and age where every supermarket will sell you one) also has difficulty distinguishing itself. We've already covered the burger. The food is competent, 3 stars, but doesn't excel for me in any measurable way. So, if The Cypress Room was down the street from me, and half as expensive, maybe it would be a place I would check out more often. But then, if I lived down the street from the Cypress Room, I'd probably be living in a cardboard box (because it's just that type of neighborhood). Conclusion: for me, the Emperor has no clothes. I know that puts me in a minority (especially given the way local press fawns over anything Schwartz), but if I'm going to travel the distance, and pay those prices, I need to be impressed.

    (3)

  • Mr M.

    Last night our company had an incredible wine dinner at Cypress room. The night started with some Argentine bubbles that were surprisingly refreshing and paired very well with the smoked beet salad. 2nd course was an AMAZING Duck dish that I personally found to be the highlight of the night. This dish was paired with my favorite Argentine BONARDA from Colonia Las Liebres. 3rd course was braised short rib. The meat was full of flavor, super tender and paired beautifully with another Bonarda selection from Las Liebres. To finish the night the house passed around some delicious macaroons. This will definitely not be our last time at The Cypress room. Great job!!!

    (5)

  • jackie a.

    YUMMY, DELICIOUS AND AMAZING. love this place want to go back. The cocktails are very signature made and the food is delicious and fresh to order. The service is amazing as well. Recommend to go

    (5)

  • Michelle L.

    We feasted like kings at The Cypress Room! My foodie friends Adri, Alex, and I had been wanting to come here for a bit now. Service was top notch and the food was excellent. Ambiance is that of a 1920s living room with deer mounted on antique wall paper covered walls. The dishes that stood out were the lamb tartare with a quail egg over it, the organic rotisserie pheasant served on a silver platter, and the rhubarb dessert. They serve Panther Coffee so I had to end with a cappuccino. Our waiter was very familiar with the menu and extremely professional. We definitely had a fantastic dining experience at The Cypress Room. I will return.

    (5)

  • Brad H.

    Excellent service and a very casually elegant vibe. Reminded me of a small private club, which I mean in a good way. Only reason I gave 4 and not 5 stars was the food was very good but not amazing. I had the beets starter and a pasta dish both of which were very good. I had the filet entree such was good but not outstanding... Probably my mistake as I tend to find most steaks at non steak specialty restaurants somewhat lacking excitement, especially at $50. Casual yet elegant and great for a special occasion!

    (4)

  • Zuri G.

    beautiful cozy little spot. reminds me of places back home in Nashville and New York. the cocktails are outstanding. my boyfriend and I used to come every week to eat but I felt as if they were annoyed that we came so often? maybe it was just me? anyhow... I guess if you don't reserve special little places like this for special times it losses it's specialness. I would highly recommend the cypress room if you want to feel like you're in a Kubrick film or out for an occasion of sort. you must have a cocktail while you are there. you must. you won't be disappointed.

    (4)

  • Matt H.

    ALWAYS DELIVERS. This restaurant is GEM. There are not many spots in Miami like this. There are many that think they are like it but they simply do not compare. I've been several times and every time is truly an experience. I always find the rather large bill to be worth it. The one and only slightly negative thing this past Miami Spice experience I had was that the bone marrow serving was significantly smaller than the first and second time I had it. It happens though. Their Miami Spice menu is exceptional. We ordered the mid courses as well which was fantastic. It's almost like a six course meal when you take in to account the amuse and the after dessert macaroons. The bill came to $240 including a 21% tip, six cocktails, and Miami Spice for two with the mid course upcharges. The ambiance is sophisticated sexy. All the employees are unbelievably knowledgeable and very attentive. Worth every penny. Worth your next special occasion dinner or hot date!

    (5)

  • Carl V.

    Nothing special. One of the smaller restaurants that I have been in lately- quite cramped. I had a burger that was extremely overpriced ($27). I had a house-made soda that was really good.

    (3)

  • Michelle G.

    Honestly probably one of the best spots in Miami! This place transported me to my days in Manhattan with nothing but the finest. Miami has a long way to go as a city but this place not only hits all of the right notes, it's a must for anyone who is seeking an experience of what TRUE dinning should be. My husband and I came after I booked a reservation during Miami spice although we opted not to go with the spice menu (seriously, you will be missing out if you do) it was all definitely worth it!!! My husband had the rabbit which was to die for and I had the duck which was equally to die for. As a starter, we ordered two; marrow bones and the red shrimp... Both delicious. If you are leaning more towards the savory go with the marrow; the lighter go with the shrimp. We went through a good portion of the cocktail list and my favorite would be the summer soda, it goes with everything. Not too light, not too heavy it's literally just right especially when you are still deciding what to order. The ambiance of the place is a bit interesting. You do not feel like you're in Miami at all, but that's a good thing. There's a decent amount of taxidermy on the walls, some old fashioned wallpaper and a bar that will make you feel as if you're in a good episode of The Knick. Needless to say, I want more and don't believe that I can ever get enough of this hidden gem.

    (5)

  • Brittany F.

    Ever wondered what it would have been like to eat in Casablanca in the 60s? Something about the The Cypress Room takes you bake in time to a bygone era of class, cocktails, and black and white photographs. It was love at first sight for me, and I settled comfortably into the banquet as I nibbled on the roll with soft butter, with sea salt the size of snow flakes. The soft lighting, and beautiful bar had me tempted for a cocktail, but I was dining with my pregnant best friend, and am not one to go for a cocktail solo so instead investigated their wine list. It was a unique list, with premier crus at $34 a glass, mostly French, and nothing was tickling my fancy but the GM helped me find something I liked. We shared the smoked beets to start as well as the royal red shrimp. Their platting was beautiful and playful. The beets were smoked, shaved and roasted with pistachio. I have never had a smoked beet and it gave it a strong flavor that was pleasant. The shrimp was almost raw, with coconut, lime and puffed rice, it was refreshing and light. For our mains we shared the agnolotti with butternut squash and the duck. The agnolotti came with walnuts, butternut squash and brown butter, although the butter wasn't really browned. It was more just melted. They were very rich and a nice fall dish. The duck was quite impressive with turnips and pear, but unfortunately the skin was overly salted. We let them know and they made us a new one but it took about 20 minutes and by the time it arrived we were full. They still put it on the bill, and it was $43, not an inexpensive entree by any means. I wouldn't have minded, had I been able to enjoy it, but it seemed a bit bizarre considering how long we had to wait for the replacement. I loved the atmosphere more than the food overall. And while service was friendly, it was off putting that we paid for a duck that we had a few bites of.

    (3)

  • Linda G.

    Wonderful dinner celebrating a birthday. Food was amazing, service impecable and the atmosphere is absolutely charming.

    (5)

  • Jennifer C.

    Although Cypress Room is incredibly charming and well designed it was unbearably cold when we first walked in. No big deal though, we headed over to the bar and I had a rye whiskey that warmed me right up. The bartender was helpful and made the suggestion of the "Jefferson 10yr" that was exactly what I was looking for. Like everything else in the restaurant the bar was gorgeous. We sat and we're attended by the very helpful staff. Now this is where things get a little disappointing; the food. We ordered the salad which was plain. Lightly dressed which is nice but that was it. I've had more inventive salads at Chef Schwartz's pizza joint "Harry's". It was simply wet lettuce. Then we had an apple and fennel tart, I believe with goat cheese that was very good. Next we had the oxtail crepinette that I felt was under-seasoned but when I ate it with the beans it livened it up a bit, nothing spectacular though. The texture was off putting soft meat, soft caul fat and soft beans. Then we had the main course, the duck. This was the biggest disappointment of all. Not only was the duck so under seasoned I actually had to ask for salt (which I hate doing at a restaurant with a price tag like this) but it was sliced so thin it lost the crisp skin that makes duck so damn good. I dare say the slicing even dried the meat out a bit, and although lovely to look at could have been executed much better. The sides were a beet puree also under seasoned and brussel sprouts equality under whelming. For dessert we had an apple semifredo that was just O.K. Served table side our waiter poured a luke warm apple cider broth in to the bowl that had caramel sauce previously glued to the bottom of the plate. I assume the purpose of this was to warm the caramel and soften the texture without melting the semifredo, but that was a total failure. The broth only slightly warmed the caramel making the consistency grainy and leaving the semifredo solid and floating in a pool of mediocre liquid. I believe the semifredo might have been sitting on the crust of some sort, but I can't be sure because it was lost in my apple juice soup. Overall the food was O.K and definitely overpriced. For what we paid we could have had an outstanding meal at D.B Bistro. This is no D.B bistro! If I come back it will be for drinks only or unless the prices are slashed in half or the food makes massive improvements.

    (3)

  • Eduardo D.

    As soon as we walked in, I was immediately disgusted by all of the animal heads on the walls. I wanted to leave but was told if I did, I had to pay regardless. The food was not so bad but the service was terrible.

    (1)

  • J B.

    I went for lunch yesterday with a friend. I loved the ambiance. So different for Miami. It was very comfortable and the service was great! Very friendly and attentive. We had the prix fix lunch. Everything was delicious. We started with a complimentary soup which was amazing! Then we had a bacon tart and roasted squash with walnuts and Valdeon. So so good!! Then we shared a burger which was awesome And a duck leg. Also very good. I will definitely go back soon. The price was great too! $30 a head and we ate ALOT!!

    (4)

  • Lanette C.

    So the bar is great. The space is small but pretty cool. Sat at the bar and ordered 2 appetizers the salmon and quail which were ok pretty under seasoned. Ordered the filet for dinner with a side of long beans. That was good but sadly everything was cold. I will probably come back and sit at the bar for an old fashioned cocktail but not sure I will eat there agin.

    (3)

  • Stephen F.

    The Cypress Room is by far Michael Schwartz's best showing for both venue and menu offerings. The location can be hard to spot from the street if you're not looking carefully as it's set back a few feet, squeeze between its two neighboring buildings. Luckily there is a nearby metered parking lot that also offers valet. Inside the decor is very unique, for Miami, a combination of country rustic with mounted deer heads on the wall juxtaposed with white clothed tables with fine china and hanging chandeliers. I came during the Spice promotion, and unlike many other venues, I was still treated like a top paying customer - as one would expect. I started the first course with the melon and lard appetizer, initially being put off by the idea, the waiter assured me it was delicious - boy was he right! The lard pairs perfectly with the lite sweetness of the melon and just seems to melt in your mouth. I opted to add on a $10 midcourse selection of the Royal Red Shrimp - the taste still stays with me today, so creamy in the coconut with a slight tang that lingers from the lime, probably one of the best dishes I've ever had anywhere. As my second course I chose the The Cypress Burger with onion marmalade and jasper hill landaff American cheese - all I can say is, I have yet to taste this burger's equal ! For the dessert course I had the coconut cake which is served in three little squares with toppings surrounding it. I felt very appreciated and taken care of by the entire staff. I haven't stopped raving about my experience and can't wait to go back.

    (5)

  • Bob H.

    We enjoyed the Miami Spice menu tonight. A gastro treat. You can't go wrong with the quality offered up by the amazing chef. Be sure to make a reservation they fill up fast.

    (5)

  • Stacey C.

    One of the best meals I have had in a long time. Such beautiful inventive, fresh food in a gorgeous setting with a nice cocktail and wine list. Professional service to match. We had the smoked beets and robiola cheese; the frogs legs; red shrimp and coconut; short ribs and steelhead trout in tomato water. All dishes were fantastic, except for the pheasant, which was very dry, but we did not complain, everything else was so good. The cake was wonderful, but we were 3 people, and it was the smallest sliver you can imagine for $14. Decorated with "pomegranate jewels", which I found to be funny (they are just pomegranate seeds!). My only complaint (and since I gave it 5 stars, you probably won't get this far in the review) The price tag. $80 for chicken (for 2) is too rich for my blood (and takes an hour to come out). The Nomad's famous chicken in NYC w/ truffles and foie gras under the skin is only $72 for two people (and worth every penny, btw). I wish we could dine here weekly, but the price tag was just too expensive for a Wednesday night out. Definitely a great date night place.

    (5)

  • Jessica B.

    Old world charm delivers. I must say "perfect dinner"... Firstly, decor was gorg old world american elegance. Service, love when I have to ask for nothing because it is offered to me first (very few servers/teams pull this off nowadays). Food: clean, simple yet exciting... The bread was delicious, I just wanted to slip some butter in my pocketbook for later! Artichoke & Burrata salad was great, cheeseburger was delicious. Pasta was wonderful. And you must have a little dessert. Cypress room is romantic, relaxing and a place I would go to once a week.

    (5)

  • Andre G.

    Went to the Cypress Room with my girlfriend last night. We had the Miami Spice menu. She had the beef carpaccio to start and then the pork chop. I had the vegetable tart and the burger. We shared bone marrow as an extra mid-course and we both add the chocolate soufflé for dessert (more on that later). I also had the wine pairing. All the food was very good. Carpaccio had a little bit of acidity which I thought brought out more flavor, the tart was fresh vegetables and salad (cold) on a thin crust topped with goat cheese. The bone marrow was a generous portion with perfectly cooked garlic toasts. The burger (cooked blue at my request) was very tasty with caramelized onions and topped with a strong cheese (maybe sheep milk?). My girlfriend thought the pork chop was also very good. Unfortunately she started not feeling well so we had to cut short our dinner before dessert. Which brings me to my next two points: service and decor. Our waiter was great and very responsive. He came to check up on us at every dish and did his best to accommodate us with dessert on the go (soufflé are definitely not meant to be transported!). As for the decor I must say that neither my gf nor I thought it was anything good. Deer heads on the wall, a wood paneled wall from the 70s. The banquette was a tufted turquoise, black ceiling with apparent pipes and on the other side a bar in a different style. Don't know how "Cypress Room" as anything to do with that. Cypresses evoke the Mediterranean and Van Gogh for me. We also thought the room was quite noisy although it wasn't a 100% full. This being said, the food and the service were very good so that the most important! I would definitely recommend people to go there especially during Miami spice.

    (4)

  • jennifer a.

    Everything.... the service.. the decor... the food. pork chops delish!!! Need to go back and try the lamb tartar everyone raves about. Perfect place for a date! Pricey but well worth it!

    (5)

  • Marguerite B.

    I need to start by saying that the food was fabulous! It was a pleasure to eat there. Ok now to some more things: Great service. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our waiter was quick to help with options and to give us some ideas. We wanted to share dishes in order for all to try things. We had awesome drinks from the bar. Tasty and beautiful. I had to add the beautiful part because I am so visual and I was impressed with the artistic side of the drinks. We had a delicious whole fish that was shared and then we had some sider orders that were a knock out. I had a rhubarb sorbet that was just sweat enough and tart enough. The presentation was gorgeous. This is a very Michael designed food. Everything was so good and so stunning. Hard to put that fork in and destroy the art work but that is what good food is all about, right? We loved not being rushed at the end! I highly recommend it. Yes, it's more formal. Very cool place.

    (5)

  • Natasha M.

    Such a cool and elegant vibe. The drinks were perfect, and the Bone Marrow appetizer was tasty. Both the Filet Mignon & the Braised Short Ribs were absolutely delicious. Great restaurant for a fancy lovely dinner, but get ready to spend big bucks.

    (5)

  • M M.

    After we walk out from The Grill, Bal Harbor, were their chef refused to make any adjustments to our meals; after we drove off from valet of Bagatelle where they insulted us with an attempt to charge $50 for a regular parking, and another failed attempt at newly opened Tantalize where they could not serve us decent champagne by the glass, we finally arrived to what seem to be the "paradise of dining experience", the "land of YES" called "Cypress Room" in Design District. let me count the ways of everything that define proper dinning experience and everything that Cypress Room got right: - Reasonable valet $5 or free parking: Right along side of the restaurant there is a lot big enough to fit every guest car. Check! - Friendly, accommodating reception with a smile: Although it was only two of us - we got a larger table I had my eye on. Check - Decent champagne by the glass to entertain you while you wait for your appetizer. And that is not much to ask! (take note Tantalize restaurant) - Check - Ambience and service: clean and proper: white tablecloth is ironed before each table is set, napkins folded and placed back on the table when you take a bathroom break; breadcrumbs cleaned with proper tool, not swiped off with a hand or wet rug. Staff is properly and elegantly dressed - Check Now lets talk about food: wow, FINALLY we have a quality dining experience to match NYC! Everything was delishious, farm quality and fresh. This is a third restaurant-child of more known Michaels Genuine, and Cypress Room is a perfect "Show Piece" of now growing clan. Bravo, bravo, bravo! Don't leave without trying their cheese platter - it is to die for. We surely will be back for more!

    (5)

  • Yesy C.

    What a wonderful dining experience, that is a lot to say during Spice Month!! Its a must do! Trust me, just go and thank me later! The service was impeccable and the food was prepared perfectly.

    (5)

  • Olga Z.

    Where is the 6th star? Deserving of a 6th star. This was sophisticated dining at its best. The service was text book, A+ service. Our server, Steven, obviously takes great pride in his profession. His disposition was professional and refined. His knowledge of the menu and the wines was well above average. He conversed about the various dish flavors, wines and craft cocktails with a background knowledge, detailed explanation and thoughtful opinion not seen in Miami - well beyond the usual regurgitation of what's already printed on a menu or the often heard "It's nice. I like it." The host and busser were also attentive. I happened to use the wrong knife to butter my bread (yes, I apparently lack manners) and placed it to the side when I realized my faux pas. Our busser, within a minute, quickly replaced my knife without asking me, or me asking him to do so - attentive and detailed. This is just one example. The staff here are the 6th star of my experience. I came here with a friend during Miami Spice, otherwise the budget wouldn't currently allow for these menu prices. During Miami Spice, the chef changes the menu on a weekly basis, so there is always something interesting and savory to experience. The dishes themselves were delicious. The Miami Spice menu the week we visited consisted of three courses with optional sides large enough to share with someone else. The portions were regular menu portions - the restaurant did not skimp or short us in any way. The courses were brought out perfectly timed, not interrupting conversation but rather complementing it. I ordered the risotto cooked with butter lettuce, prosciutto and parmesan as my appetizer (A+), the pork chop for my main course (A+) and the semifreddo for dessert (A+). My friend and I shared marrow bones with preserved lemon, celery and garlic toast (A+). The pork chop, about the size of one extra large fist, was served with lentils and spinach. Quite frankly, it was so perfectly seasoned that it could have been served without the lentils and spinach and it still would have been an A+ entree. The semifreddo, described as a plum consomme with summer fruit, is deceiving in that it sounds simple and plain. But, a taste of the consomme had us dancing in our seats with joy much like a toddler does after eating something sinfully good. In the end, I felt like every single penny was well-spent. It was a fantastic. Well-deserved, 6-star experience. Some technical notes: The restaurant offers wine pairings with every course for an additional amount. i didn't take advantage of this, but it seems worth it to enhance an already stellar experience and dishes. There is valet parking for $5 and metered parking on the surface parking lot area directly adjacent to the north of the building.

    (5)

  • Vanessa M.

    Bravo to Michale Schwartz and his team of culinary geniuses! The Cypress Room is everything a restaurant should be. You can taste the love in everything from the food to the butter. The service is always impeccable and they go out their way to make sure you're happy. My absolute favorite thing to eat here is the burger. It's not just your ordinary burger, though. It's so thick and juicy you have to eat with a fork and knife. The fries are the most perfectly crisp I've ever had. If you dine here, ending a meal with one of Hedi Goldsmith's magical confections is obligatory. You can come for a special occasion, but if you come to the Cypress Room it's a special occasion in and of itself.

    (5)

  • Gigi E.

    Meal for two last Labor Day Monday night...parking was easy until I was held hostage by the parking meter (yes I should pay by phone) and called the hostess who said we'll hold your reservations no worries, and we have valet for $5.00-which is a steal!! Save yourself the trouble and valet! The decor...it was like hunting lodge chic with a sweet little bar tuck a little further back...hidden from the peering eyes. Service. EXCELLENCE!! We received both the Miami Spice and regular menu. Steven our server succinctly and clearly explaining aperitifs, other cocktails, wine pairings with Miami Spice. When I say succinctly still he did it with care and polish, it was obvious that he took pleasure in his job. Steven was the right man for the job!... I hate to say it I may have but his name may have been Steve, by any other name was awesome and so was the food. So my gal-pal started off with a cocktail. I think it was the Before and After. It was beautifully made and well balanced. Then a new happy face dropped by our table and presented us with an amuse-bouche, swordfish, pickled fennel and avocado mousse..delicious! Another new face brought us warm bread and delicious golden butter with little pearls of sea salt on top. In the background our waters were kept to a righteous fill point. Starters: Risotto with Parmesan cheese, prosciutto and butter lettuce...knocked my socks off. tender with a bite and a little saucy like someone flirting with you during church service. Second starter solid salmon n(ot yellow fin as shown on teh menu-but I was told prior to ordering so I was good), with avocado and watercress. Alas is needed salt-I stared jealously at the salt on the butter until I was rescued with my salt crystals by the watchful eye of another server. Intermezzo (i am making up terms as I go) Roast Beef Bone marrow...delicious. They were kind enough to split it as we were sharing. Extra points!! it was so tasty that I wish I could have picked it up and gnawed on on it..however is was a fine dining establishment. The marrow is gently seasoned with fresh herbs like tarragon-do not discard, eat them! However ask for a side of warm bread as the garlic toast it is served with can overpower the flavor. Mains: The Berkshire pork chop was fantastic and slightly beat out swordfish but not by much. My companion did not care for the curried side dish that came with the chop, I tasted it and it was delicious but clashed with the pork. The swordfish lacked the fatty succulence of the pork ( of course it did it's fish). Otherwise the best cooked swordfish. Perfectly grilled, meaty yet still MOIST. I wish it had a little more velvety fattiness to it. The swordfish was served over beans in a mussel broth it was mouthwatering. Two desserts rounded out our meal, a chocolate caramel tart and a semifreddo, red fruit coulis with sliced stone fruits. The winner was the semifreddo because it was creamy, refreshing and unexpected. Honestly we could not stop eating it! errrrk ( that is the sound of screeching breaks) there was one strange oddity. The hostess ironed a table cloth while we were dining. First time and hopefully the last I have experienced that in a fine dining establishment. It still makes me chuckle and scratch my head. Luckily everything else was so fantastic oh I did the Miami Spice wine tasting worth it! they really are paired well to enhance each course. It a especially nice to hear Steven give the wines a story about the region and or maker. Dining here was an amazing dining experience.

    (5)

  • Josh C.

    Food is out of this world. Love the feel of a underground speakeasy. Ate both in the dining room and at the bar, both times the service was great. If you haven't been here, you must go.

    (5)

  • Marilyn R.

    Very disappointed in this Michael Schwartz venue. Initially the service was excellent, especially when the waiter realized we were starting with Billecarte Rose champagne before moving on to 2 bottles of a very nice Italian red. Service throughout the meal by the waiter and server was also fine until the end of dinner when 2 of us hardly touched our entrees and nothing was mentioned as to why. Appetizers of lamb tartare and roasted beet salads + a selection of cheeses was presented nicely and tasted delicious. Now for the entrees - The cote du boeuf for 2 , which was served with two good tasting side sauces, was only okay. The beef short ribs were cold and my fish of the day, black grouper, while presented nicely, was too "fishy" and basically inedible. As mentioned, when the table was being cleared of our dinner plates, 2 of which were hardly touched, there was no mention of "was everything okay?" My friend, who is in the food service business, went to speak with the manager, just to let her know about how the 2 dishes disappointed and she ended up taking them off the bill. Very unexpected but professional. Desserts were ok but selection needs improvement. By the way, after the check was presented, the waiter was rather invisible. We are all used to the person "in attendance" to return with a "thank you for dining with us tonight" type of ending, especially in an upscale establishment as this is supposed to be.

    (2)

  • Joseph C.

    A 1920's setting with an unusual masculine and feminine balance, on décor. The walls are covered in lovely delicate wall paper wile contrasting with the wood paneling and beautiful Chrystal Chandeliers give an intimate and romantic atmosphere while comfortable and cozy. The menu starts in a lighter note and gets more substantial and rich. I had the pleasure to go with friends so we had the tasting menu. Absolutely delicious, not over done, but just right. Our sever Steven was a true gentleman guiding us through our culinary expedition. From the crudo, royal red shrimp, cobia Calabaza faro, the filet with grilled zucchini and bone morrow butter, to the raspberry sorbet, Cypress Room is a must visit!

    (4)

  • Mari L.

    This place was awesome! Love the atmosphere! The food was spectacular...did the tasting menu and loved it! Can't wait to go back!

    (5)

  • Fabster L.

    My brother-in law and I had dinner a month ago at Cypress Room. Small establishment, 40 patrons, intimate yet the table settings and service showed an elegance rarely found here in Miami. We were not Familiar with Michael Schwartz's food but our waitress educated us on the food, concept, and overall theme. My brother-in-law and I tried for the first time in our lives frogs and it tasted yes different but shockingly tasty. We also had the lamb tartare and it was delicious. Drinks was very refreshing and I did not have any space left for dessert but my brother-in-law told me that it was really good.

    (5)

  • Clarissa B.

    I went yesterday the first day they were offering lunch. It was a wonderful experience. Great food and atmosphere! I can't wait to go back.

    (5)

  • Monica A.

    If it's by Michael Schwartz and it's casual (Michael's Genuine), then it must be an out of body experience if it's the fancier version, right? Eh. I have been going to Michael's Genuine since it opened years ago. My experience there has always been consistently delicious, fresh, suitable portions of delicious, fresh food. It's well-run, it's not pretentious, and it's safe. The Cypress Room may still have some kinks to work out. First of all, it can only seat like, 3.5 people at a time. It is TINY. Meaning, you will be sitting in the table next to you's lap for your meal. The decor is just so cool.. but you can tell it's trying REALLY hard to be cool.. with a roaring '20s feel (there's even WALLPAPER. in MIAMI!) and geometrically pleasing photographs from the '20s hung on the walls. Now... the chow. One word. EXPEES. Holy hell, we went for my grad school graduation dinner, and the bill was about half a year's tuition. The food is excellent. I could tell that each dish was prepared with love. HOWEVER.. the portions were accommodating for my fifteen pound cavalier king charles spaniel. I.E., you have to order 700 dollars worth of food to satiate everyone at your table. I suppose I expect big fat Amurrican portions when I dine out and that I should have enough to sustain me for at least another meal with the leftovers, but I found myself desperately scratching at my (unique, bone china, handwashable) plate with my fork to try to extract every last calorie to satisfy my hunger. ESPECIALLY when the meal costs half my month's rent. By the way, the cocktails are crafty. Very impressive (again, expensive). The service... oy. Our waiter was a DOLL. He was swell, but he was the ONLY waiter for the entire restaurant! So we kind of got abandoned for about 20 minutes... but I suppose at 100 dollars a person, they just can't afford to hire another staffmember? I tease. Cypress Room, you're good, but not great.

    (3)

  • Jessica R.

    Cypress Room, I really wanted to like you. Michael's Genuine is so delicious but you're like the red-headed stepchild trying to be fancy. First, I can't figure out the theme here. There's like a dash of a Parisian romantic feeling, but then there's taxidermy on all the walls which could work with French country but for the giant sailfish. The food was ok. Small portions even for Miami. We went for my birthday and my boyfriend called ahead to make sure he could embarrass me with a dessert with a candle and everything then when dessert came...nothing. They went and got a candelabra which I mean...thanks for trying but he called ahead and everything. Really? Also, I will never understand what the extremely talented Michael Schwartz has against personal space. Muuust all the tables be on top of each other in every single restaurant you do? :( I love you even though I do not know you. Why must you sadden me so?? Seriously, Michael Schwartz is a genius, but the menu isn't on the same level as Michael's genuine. That being said, the romantic lighting and ambiance (other than the random taxidermy) was wonderful and a huge step up from the ambience at Michael's Genuine.

    (3)

  • Slavina B.

    BY FAR top 5 in Miami i have tried. The ambiance is romantic , the wait staff is highly professional and knowledgeable, the drinks are innovative and wine list for any taste, they even have their own wine :) The food was so mind blowing that's its hard to remember, but with ease i can say it was a place that keeps calling me back !!!! Good for romantic dinner, casual dinner and business dinner, anyone would be left impressed. Pay no attention to the location though !!!

    (5)

  • CHUCK W.

    This says it all: "The problem is the food, or perhaps, the food relative to the price. In a nutshell: bland, badly-portioned, pretentiously overpriced and uninspiring." No way is it worth the price..the fries are better at Applebee's and $16. for starters...downhill from there..

    (2)

  • audie r.

    We loved it! From the delicious inspired appetizers of beet salad and shrimp ceviche to the perfectly creamy gingerbread and pistachio ice cream for dessert, our meal exceeded expectations. Entrees of of short ribs, salmon and divine burger did not disappoint. We'll be back.

    (5)

  • Norma D.

    Went for a holiday dinner with 2 other couples. Drinks were good. Great service. Wayyyy too expensive for what you get! $90 chicken? Really?! Totally not worth it. We all agreed...we won't be back.

    (3)

  • Rob H.

    First off, the atmosphere is elegant and romantic. It's a small and intimate setting, with a 20s/30s type of feel to it. The service is immaculate. Our server (I didn't get his name) was extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and attentive. He explained what each dish was when he brought it out and how it was prepared. Now, we get to the food, which was absolutely delicious. My girlfriend and I had an appetizer each. I had the lamb tartare, which was absolutely amazing. It was served with a quail egg on top. Delicious. It is the best tartare I've ever had. My girlfriend was in the mood to be a dipshit and ordered the beets. Out of all the appetizers there, I thought she was being ridiculous. Well, I had to eat my words, as they were delicious. They weren't as good as my tartare but they were very, very good. For the main course, I went with the idea that I was going to have either the pork or the lamb. Unfortunately, they were out of both because it was a busy night. My girlfriend and I decided to have the côte de boeuf for two. It was excellent and was perfectly paired with a beautiful hollandaise sauce that really brought out the flavor of the steak. We had the kale as a side dish and that was really, really good as well. For dessert, we shared the buttermilk semifreddo with peach and blackberry consommé. A perfect ending to a perfect meal. It was exquisite. So, the Cypress Room is a definite, definite recommend. We absolutely will be frequent customers.

    (5)

  • Katie K.

    What an amazing culinary experience! Step inside The Cypress Room and you are immediately taken back to 1920's Florida. The service was exceptional and both the cocktail and dinner menus were creative and unique. There is truly nothing like it in South Florida. The royal red shrimp with coconut and lime was a perfect way to start followed by the pork wrapped in sausage. I was impressed by the chocolate dessert with beet pâte de fruit and smoked caramel dust. The Cypress Room is a true hidden gem in the middle of Midtown and The Design District!

    (5)

  • Tony A.

    I eagerly anticipated my first visit to the Cypress Room. While the restaurant debuted quietly, with little fanfare a couple of months ago, I was determined not to go rush to this restaurant as soon as it opened. At the advice of a good friend of mine who used to work in the hospitality industry, he warned me from going to any restaurant the first week they opened. "Let them get their sea legs first" is what I told myself. I'm glad I waited about two months to get my first taste of the Cypress room, because it was more than worth the wait. The dining experience and cuisine were both top notch. The service was impeccable and the food was expertly prepared with the creativity and execution I've come to expect from Michael Schwartz and his staff. While this is a Michael Schwartz restaurant, the concept at The Cypress Room is more traditional. There isn't a dizzying array of plates arranging from snack size to extra large like MGFD. There are starters, mains (including 3 extra large mains meant for sharing), and desserts, meant to be ordered in the traditional manner (1 starter, 1 entree, and 1 dessert per diner). In this new era of small plate and tapas style dining, this concept at a fine dining restaurant almost seems novel. That being said, our meal was tremendous. We started with the marrow bones and lamb tartare. Both dishes were unreal, the tartare, done in the traditional French style (but for the lamb) was the best I've ever eaten. We then split the daily rotisserie special, which for us was a beautiful giant roasted short rib, that had been brined in this pastrami style seasoning and slow roasted on the rotisserie. It was rich and fatty (in the best way possible), and the brine really cut through much of that richness. It was tremendous dish. As for the desserts, Hedy Goldsmith delivered her excellent creative desserts that we've come to love in the past. The chess pie with huckleberries was an absolute winner. The Cypress room is definitely on the pricy side (well worth it) and won't be replacing MGFD for me on the regular rotation, but we will definitely be back to the Cypress Room.

    (5)

  • Abbey S.

    PARTIAL REVIEW Food: -With its 1920s speakeasy vibe, the theme of the menu is Elegant American Cuisine. The dishes read as French classics that are presented as a cleaner, lighter, more refreshing plate that pays respect to the quality ingredients used. Appetizers run between $14 for salad, to just over $20 for ingredients like frog legs, bone marrow and lamb tartare. Entrees also hit their lower end of $24 with the vegetarian option (a elegant sounding tart) to the more pricey filet mignon ($49), lamb ($46) or duck ($45). They also offer a few house specialties for two like Whole Grilled Fish (MP), Daily Rotisserie (MP) and an incredible looking Cote de Boeuf ($139) we saw go by a few times. -As previously mentioned, The Cypress Room offer a 5 course tasting menu for $95 which is what we both decided to try. Wine and Herb Poached Shrimp on Smoked Eggplant Caviar (Amuse) An appetizing first bite. I liked the balance of the sweet shrimp with the smoky, slightly bitter eggplant. Vegetable Crudite with Caviar and Roe Butter Foxen Chenin Blanc 2012 Simple, yet luxurious. I had a hard time bringing myself to really load up on the salty, fishy satiny butter. Even though it was going on my innocent veg, I found it really needed something tangy and airy to lighten it up. Maybe mayo and/or sour cream would have been a more approachable base, though admittedly less of a novelty then the butter. I do think this dish is a fairly good sign of a big 2014 food trend to come- how to make vegetables into stars. Seared Tuna, Young Vegetables and Consomme Kruger Rumpf CG Riesling 2009 An interesting concept- pairing a room temperature, barely seared slab of good quality raw fish in a bowl of hot viscous broth. The result was a fairly comforting set of flavours offset by one or two unexpected bursts of chili, but the temperature was a little confusing for me. Is it supposed to be hot and if it is, is the tuna going to end up cooking itself more? If you can get over the temp thing, there's no reason not to enjoy the flavours of this dish. Duck and Mushroom Ragu on Polenta Corsini Barolo san Pietro 2008 I quite liked this dish but I found myself searching for some sort of contrast- some crispy duck skin, or a little acid, heat or sweet to balance the bowl of savoury flavours. Even the polenta, which definitely was more like Southern grits, lacked the natural sweetness of the corn. Nevertheless, a very enjoyable dish. Ribeye Cap, Grilled Vegetables and Bordelaise Boyanci Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 Without a doubt, the best course of the night. Not because there was anything spectacular about it- it was quite honestly just steak and some vegetables, exactly what I do at the cottage on the grill. But the meat was just plain incredible. Seared with a wickedly hearty crust that made my mouth water just from looking at it, the juxtaposition between the peppery, coarsely salted exterior and the blushing red tender interior was perfection. Whoever is in the kitchen should open up a steakhouse and charge whatever the hell they want. Quince Crostada, Toasted Almond, Basil Ice Cream, Juniper Anglaise Ligiere Beaumes de Venise 2009 A solid dessert. The flaky pastry held in a generous amount of sweet, sticky filling that was heavenly with the mildly herbaceous ice cream. My favourite part, however, was definitely the luscious anglaise that had a subtle, yet unmistakable scent of gin. Sweet Pea Macarons with Creamed Corn Filling Honestly? This was the best part of the meal. I love sweet preparations of corn and this was simply divine. Closing Remarks: -For 3 cocktails, wine pairings, a cappuccino, and 2 tasting menus, the bill came to $387. Was it worth it? Eh- I'm going to have to say no. -I was really looking forward to my meal at Cypress Room after reading a number of favourable reviews online. However, I've got to say I was somewhat let down. The service, while technically flawless, lacked a desirable personality, and the food was all well prepared and tasted good, but didn't excite me to want to return. For the prices they're charging, I would expect a lot more. Having said that, I absolutely adore the ambiance and vibe- the 1920's Speakeasy attitude really shines through and I appreciate the attention to detail. I also thought the cocktails were innovative, delicious and refined. If only they could impart that same level of curiosity and creativity into their food menu. -Overall, for the price, I don't think I would categorize the Cypress Room as a must-go for food, but I would definitely return for a few drinks.

    (4)

  • Christina K.

    I called 3 times to make a reservation, and ended up having to leave a message. When I was finally called back the following day, I was asked for my credit card to secure the reservation. I'd like to preface that I have eaten in fine restaurants around the world and have never been asked for a credit card, unless it's a holiday. With that said, I've only ever been asked once. I understand that they only have 40 tables and that they are running a business, however, with credit card hacking becoming such an issue, I don't want to give it out for a restaurant reservation -- I sure as hell don't want to give it when they have an attitude, and act like they are doing me a favor to take it. It was such an obnoxious experience, that I passed on The Cypress Room. They should re-evaluate that "policy."

    (1)

  • Brenda P.

    4.5 Tiny restaurant in the Design District with a huge personality. It seemed like the perfect way to celebrate my birthday so off we went. I need to get this out of the way. I absolutely HATE the taxidermy on the walls. The restaurant would be perfect without it. It's out of place and takes away from it's elegance. But I digress... Service was extremely professional and courteous albeit a little "cold". Our waiter was "robot" like: He answered questions with simple "yes" and "no". Never cracked a smile (it was more of a smirk if that) and offered plenty of "blank stares" throughout the night. We were seated immediately upon arrival by the hostess who was very friendly. This is what we had: WILD SALMON ROYAL RED SHRIMP CHEESE ASSORTMENT CYPRESS BURGER FILET MIGNON RACK OF LAMB SWEET CORN RAVIOLI OREGON HAZELNUT PARFAIT CHOCOLATE TORTE PEACHES SORBET The appetizers and entrees were all excellent. All of them. I don't need to go into detail. They were cooked and plated to perfection. No detail left undone. It was art on a plate and followed through with flavor and intensity. My biggest let down was all of the desserts. As a huge Hedy Goldsmith fan, I was ready to get my calories on. These desserts were nowhere near the indulgent and tremendous desserts offered at Michael's Genuine or Restaurant Michael Schwartz which I love. I get she is going for a more delicate and elegant type of sweets but I am definitely not a fan of these. When it comes to the food, Cypress Room is really in the same league with J&G Grill and DB Bistro (and hence the 4.5 stars). Very few restaurants can offer this kind of cuisine in South Florida. I can confidently attest to that. It reminds me of the better restaurants I have visited in CA and NYC (just not the desserts). I absolutely adore Michael's Genuine and Restaurant Michael Schwartz. I hope I can return to Cypress Room and have the same well rounded experience I have had in the other restaurants. Perhaps it was just an off night. It happens. I was just shocked given I usually love anything Chef Goldsmith touches! We shall see...

    (4)

  • Alex M.

    The Cypress Room did not disappoint and as previous reviewers noted, the service and atmosphere and "foodie experience" were top notch. You do authentically feel like you're in a sophisticated 1920's speakeasy/hunting lodge. The bench bank seating tables are very close to one another so that's a minor bummer as the waitstaff have to literally have their rears to you while waiting on neighbor tables. We decided on the chef selection menu (changes nightly) for $99 PP which was probably a mistake as good as all the courses were (boar, lobster ceviche, snapper, ribeye, dessert), I think we would have enjoyed some of the alacarte choices better (one advantage to having such close neighbors you get an intimate view of their meals :) Drinks were excellent, they're big on gin and the NickNack was a very tasty mixture of gin, whiskey and lemon or lime. Definitely a place you'll want to check out for date night.

    (5)

  • AshleyMarie O.

    If I could give this place a million stars I would. WOW, nothing but rave reviews here on this one guys. The food, the service, the ambiance, wow, wow, wow. I am DYING to go back!! The price is a little on the side of $$$ but hey, in this case, you get what you pay for. When I went it was a little slow and I have to say, with food and service at this level this place should be packed every night. A MUST TRY

    (5)

  • Zachary K.

    Finally tried Michael Schwartz 4th restaurant in Miami and it did not disappoint. Just like his other well established restaurants The Cypress Room was another delight. We made a reservation for Friday night at 8:45. I would say a reservation is a must as the restaurant is very small and there are not many tables. We arrived about 15 minutes early and were seated immediately. We parking at the metered parking in front which was plentiful (I think they have valet parking but I'm not sure if its free or not). The service was excellent the whole night. We started off with the lamb tartare appetizer. We were a little hesitant to order it but it was very unique and delicious. I would highly recommend that as an appetizer. My girlfriend also had the sippy cocktails and it was very tasty as well. Our main course we ordered the cheeseburger and the filet mignon. The burger has so many reviews on yelp so we had to try it. I dont think its the best burger I've ever had but it was very good and the french fries were amazing as well. The filet mignon was cooked to perfection and very tasty. We passed on dessert because nothing jumped out at us but the macaroons on the house were a great way to end the meal. I would say this is a great 1 time exclusive restaurant and we had a very enjoyable experience.

    (4)

  • Ari K.

    Round 2: So I raveddddd about this burger before but just went back and was let down. Not sure if it was because of spice or that it was packed but the burger was not nearly as remarkable as before. Bun tasted stale, outside of burger was burnt and it was not nirvana this time :( Round 1: Such an immaculate dining experience. I went for lunch because their burger was getting stellar whispers and is cheaper then are dinner. The place is small and quaint but very homey. Takes one back to the Boardwalk Empire days. I will only talk about the burger and fires because that is all I tried. They serve an exceptional, palate shattering burger that I would decapitate the cow in the restaurant's back alley with a butter knife for. This burger is a delectable legacy. They use pizza dough from Harry's (The Schwartz Empire's) Pizzeria and meld this thick yet soft delicious bun. An enchanting blend of chuck beef and dry-aged steak trimmings are mixed into a stellar patty. To really know how good a burger is always try it plain and this one blew me (away). There is a superb Jasper Hill Landaff cheese (aged 4-5 months) and an onion marmalade that ties the whole masterpiece together. When you bite into this luscious impeccable treat, angels are not merely singing but are orgasming into your taste glands. At dinner time this oral gift will set you back $24 but includes a handful of kickass thrice cooked fries. During lunch it is "only" $16 but the fries are left behind. Trust me, it is worth every red cent. The thrice cooked fries were damn good too. The potatoes are boiled in water then poached in oil and then finished in hot grease. Really good but not a lot of them, you will be paying around $1 a fry :) The waiter was super, affable, attentive, sweet and a pure pleasure. These guys will iron the tablecloths after patrons conclude dining, now what is more exquistely accommodating and classy than that.

    (4)

  • Rocky A.

    Ambience, great service, amazing cuisine = The Cypress Room The decor makes you feel like your someplace that has it all. We tried the beet salad, the smoked beets were bursting with flavor, the red shrimp and coconut YUMM. The grilled yellowtail served us both and the thrice fried potatoes are to die for. The desserts, just order, you will not be disappointed. This intimate , hip, and just a good place is on my repeat as often list for sure.

    (5)

  • Lawrence P.

    I am a BIG fan of Chef Michael Schwartz. So, when we found out he had opened a second restaurant, we didn't take long to try it. We chose to go to celebrate my wife's birthday with another couple. This is a small restaurant in the Design District with very original décor. About the décor, the wifey hated the animal heads on the walls. She really didn't like that and, honestly, the restaurant didn't need them as this is a very cozy and elegant space. We got seated promptly even though our friends had not arrived. Once they did, we opened our wine (corkage fee escapes me but I think it's $30-$35) and ordered. To start, we had the Wild Salmon, Royal Red Shrimp and Cheese platter. I liked the salmon the best. As for our entrées, we ordered the Cypress Burger, Filet Mignon, Rack of Lamb, and Sweet Corn Ravioli. All were tremendous. I enjoyed the raviolis the most. Delish!!! We ended with the Hazelnut Parfait, Chocolate Torte and some Sorbets which were all ok but unspectacular. I was surprised because the desserts at Michael's Genuine are usually very good. Overall the food was excellent... and not a surprise. We've been to Michael's Genuine more times than I can remember and Cypress Room delivers the same quality of food although in a more traditional sense, and a bit more of an upscale setting.

    (4)

  • Ed W.

    Where should I start... I wanted to take my wife to a nice place and did some research. ... (apparently not so good). This might give you an idea of where I'm heading to. Let's start with the good things, we arrived a little bit early and sat down at the bar had a few cocktails, which were super nice. The table we reserved, was ready at the time promised, really hard to get this days. Service overall was excellent. Attentive staff, knowledgeable somelier, our waiter was always on point, however food.... was far from what you would expect at a restaurant that runs roughly at around 100 per person. We order the onion soup, and fish carpaccio as appetizers, very disappointed! How can you screw up an onion soup? Not good at all.... I mean even chain restaurants can beat them at it. Carpaccio was OK, nothing to go crazy about. For our main course we ordered the fish of the day wich it was good. Flavors of smoked fish and wood grill were super nice, grill veggies and couscous. The other entrée we selected were the slow braised short ribs..... What a disappointment, please excuse me If I repeat myself. But this were DRY, overcooked, and definitely not what you would expect from Chef Michael. Maybe I got them on an off night. .... but I don't think so. Let me jump into dessert. ... I forget what the name of the dessert was. ..... but it sounded delicious, specially the description on paper. Oh how far from reality, any Publix cake, "ANY", and I can stress that enough, would have been better. Not even presentation! So... If you can take anything away from this review is that service and staff are awesome. ... Kitchen however NOT so much! I wouldn't recommended to anyone. Hopefully I'm wrong.

    (2)

  • Randi B.

    The Cypress Room is excellent! It's cozy, elegant, speakesy'ish vibe will have you feeling as if you have stepped outside of Miami. The menu is fabulous! We had the royal red shrimp, frog legs, pasta tagliatelle, & a beef special. The pasta was my absolute favorite! My fiance & I both ordered fabulous cocktails and by no surprise enjoyed every last sip! Beautiful location, amazing atmosphere, delish food & drinks, It's a must see, must dine! PS The valet on the side of the building was a cheap $5! Can't beat that.

    (5)

  • C Y.

    What a dining experience! Tasty and flavorful dishes for all 3 courses. For appetizers, we all sampled the Beets and Peaches Salad, Frog Legs (loved the capers and the crunchiness of the croutons) and Marrow Bones (Meyer lemon flavor complemented the richness of the marrow). The fish of the day (flaky Pompano with a spicy pepper sauce), Agnolotti, Grouper (with a crispy top), and Rabbit dishes were also ordered and we shared a side of broccoli rabe with a delicious romesco sauce. Coconut Cake and Chocolate were our desserts. While the espresso flavor of the Chocolate wasn't for me, the others enjoyed it. I preferred the Coconut Cake, though the presentation was a bit odd - the cake and lime ice were on one half of the plate, leaving the other half empty. The timing of our courses was well-spaced. Our server, Alex, thoroughly knew the menu and answered our questions. Other servers helped Alex promptly clear dishes and refill water glasses. We also received a complementary amuse-bouche during the meal and macarons at the end of the meal. Overall, it was a wonderful experience.

    (4)

  • Ari G.

    Nice, but ludicrously overpriced, even for Spice Week. The interior, vibe and decor are great - a combination of "hunters' lodge" intimacy mixed with a sort of French-inspired bistro feel. The room is an soothing combination of black and white, historical feeling photos, dark woods and candlelight, in a small, genuinely comfortable space. The service is excellent. The problem is the food, or perhaps, the food relative to the price. In a nutshell: bland, badly-portioned, pretentiously overpriced and uninspiring. We had, put together, the duck confit and Vichyssoise, followed by a truffle-oil vegetable risotto and lamb, with pork loin and swordfish entrees. For desert we shared a sort of taster platter with chocolate mousse cake, a sort of fruit "roll up", a dab of whipped cream, perhaps, and some other hard shell candy concoction. Put simply, we barely finished any course. With the exception of the main dishes (the pork and the swordfish, which were good), there was little taste to the dishes, however dramatically garnished. Practically everything needed considerable salt and pepper to give it even a pulse. The quality was, in general, about on par with a decent night at one of the hotel restaurants on the Beach. Drinks are very expensive. In short, it's a big enough city to go elsewhere and never look back. In fairness, Michael Schwartz on the Beach (same owner) is a considerably better choice, at least to my memory of having tried it about a year ago.

    (2)

  • Maggie V.

    My fiance took me here last Friday night for my birthday. Great meal and would definitely be interested in going back. This is the 3rd Michael Schwarz restaurant where we have eaten. Each has a very different style, but you are always ensured a great meal. Stylistically this place is not Miami at all, and I think that is driving the mediocre reviews that I read before we went. The menu is much more of a Northern bent, with a heavy European influence. We had the lamb tartar, frog legs, and share the 2 person Cote du Boeuf (large steak). Each were great, and a unique taste. I love going to a restaurant to be inspired and not feel like I could have made this at home... this restaurant is definitely this experience. The menu typically includes venison and other more gamey meat tastes. To go with this theme, there are deer heads and other taxidermy artifacts around the restaurant. If that really isn´t your scene, then do not go. But the food itself is really worth trying. The biggest reasons for 4 stars vs 5 is that the tables are really too close together. We sat on the far side against the booth, and we definitely go to know our neighbors. We could hear their entire conversation and we were bumping into each others tables everytime we tried to get up. You basically had 6 inches exactly to navigate. I enjoy a little bit of privacy over dinner, space is enjoyable.

    (4)

  • Hilary P.

    Dinner at Cypress Room was a total disappointment. We came here as a large group, and while the meal started out well it ended in a total disaster. We had to wait over an hour+ to receive our entrees after our apps, and most of the plates came out cold. We sent the $42 duck back to be reheated, and when they returned it (after 20+ min) it still wasn't satisfactory. Upon arrival of the bill, we expressed our disappointment of the meal to our waiter who conveyed the message to the manager, and she was totally unprofessional in her response. She was rude and crude, didn't apologize for our extremely delayed meal, and told us we must have enjoyed it since we ate it. Honestly as people who love and frequent Michael Schwartz's other restaurants, this experience has completely tarnished his restaurant group's reputation in our eyes. Dining should be an enjoyable experience especially when you pay that amount of $$, and this one was terrible.

    (1)

  • Michael A.

    Cypress room is a small place in Midtown by Michael Schwartz. The place is decorated with Deer and Boar heads as well as a Marlin on one side of the wall. The motif is 1940's Old Florida. The Bourbon selection is second to none in Miami, and I would even go a bit further and venture to say that Cypress Room is probably the best place to get a cocktail anywhere in Miami at present. The cocktails are carefully crafted, served with designer ice and in appropriate glassware. There's a focus on spices and herbs; I tried a twist on the classic Italian Campari Orange with mezcal, tequila and orange bitters. Also tried an interesting mixture of gin, scotch, basil, lime and cardamom. Both were exceptional. The menu is relatively small and quite different than Michael's Genuine in that there are appetizers and main courses, as well as plates for two (bone-in ribeye, grilled yellowtail snapper). We opted for a well-executed but fairly boring (for Miami) Panama City Beach red shrimp ceviche with lime, cucumbers, coconut milk and crunchy puffed rice and a sublime smoked beet salad with Robiola and pistachio for appetizers. For the main courses, I couldn't pass up the Antelope prepared two ways (a bone in rib steak as well as a type of pulled-beef stew) and Wreckfish with artichoke and a sea urchin rouille. The beet salad was the start of our particular selections, with the other plates ranging from good to better than good. The joint is definitely pricey, with most of the entrees north of $40. The place itself is tiny - similar to Harry's Pizzeria. The two-top tables literally crammed in - there's probably 4 inches between tables - if you sliding between tables to the booth side and you're a normal sized human, you are going to put your rear in someone's face. No way around it. Think a standard economy seat on your major airline of choice and you get the idea. Basically there are 9 two-tops that run lengthwise in the restaurant and unless you get one of the two end tables, you're going to have a couple of strangers on each side literally joining you for dinner. It's impossible to not hear the conversations happening on either side, so I definitely would not go here if you want to have an intimate conversation, or if you have an aversion to hearing other people's business (when I was there some guy from Brooklyn was obviously on a first date and would NOT stop talking about his ex-wife, it really seemed like the date from hell for the poor lady). Also, the bar has approximately 5 seats on it, so you're not going to want to swing by and have a cocktail unless you don't mind doing it standing up and dodging bussers and servers while you enjoy your libation (I am not exaggerating). The service was excellent from the hostess to the server, definitely a level of service that other restaurants in Miami should aspire to. I'll likely be back eventually, but the whole lack of space thing is a pretty big turnoff. I spend enough time in economy seats in the back planes to elect by free will to dine in the essentially the same circumstances.

    (3)

  • Jules J.

    I would give Cypress Room ZERO stars if I could for their service. We had a reservation at 10:30 on a Friday night. My party and I were excited to check out this new restaurant in Miami. We arrived about 15 minutes before our reservation time, checked in with the hostess, who told us our table would be ready shortly, then went to the bar to grab a drink. I should have known things weren't going to go well when my friend ordered a Dewars 12, and the bartender's response was "Dewar's 12? What is that?" What kind of bartender has never heard of a pretty popular scotch?!? Even the woman who was sitting next to us at the bar and overheard my friend's conversation with the bartender was flabbergasted at the bartender's ignorance. Anyway, we sat at the bar with our drinks, munched on the complimentary pistachios, and chatted as we waited for our table - and waited, and waited. My friends and I were distracted as we were chatting. When we realized we had been waiting for an hour , we were pretty annoyed. I went to the hostess to ask about our table. She apologized for the wait and said that the party at our table was having dessert, so we would be seated soon. She had told us that we would be seated soon when we arrived an hour before. What is the point of giving reservation times that are not going to be honored? We asked to speak to the manager. Simeon, the manager, came over to speak to us, and he handled the situation about as poorly as he could have. He said that the wait wasn't the restaurant's fault because they "can't control how fast people eat". He also suggested we order appetizers at the bar if we were hungry, and they would allow us to move our appetizers to our table when our table was ready. I've never worked in the hospitality business, but I'm pretty sure most other restaurants would have offered us a complimentary appetizer or round of drinks at the bar to compensate us for the wait. I agree that restaurants don't have control over the speed at which people eat food, but they do have control over how comfortable they can make their guests if they experience an inconvenient wait. At this point, we had had enough. We paid for our drinks and walked out. We went to Oak Tavern a couple of blocks away and enjoyed an amazing meal served by a competent and gracious staff. In short, the Cypress Room can offer you a bartender who failed 'Scotch 101', a hostess who can't tell time, and a manager who has a lot to learn about hospitality. I suggest the staff go back to Michael's Genuine to learn the 'genuine' way to run a business.

    (1)

  • Carlos B.

    Overall was OK. Although we had a reservation for 2PM, they made us wait for 20 minutes. The service was average, at one point we couldn't find the waiter to order a refill on the drinks, so I had to stop eating until he came back. The worst part of all is they have this executive menu, and some of the items are not included in it and they will charge you for it. To add insult to injury the waiter had "erronously" charged the dinner prize instead of the lunch one, so it was double the price. Not worth repeating, even if the food is good.

    (3)

  • Christos T.

    Expensive. It's worth it. You cannot find those places in Miami. Especially when they bring scarfs for the ladies when they are cold because of AC. The selection of cocktails are great. We had as starters the Lab Tartare (with quail egg) and Marrow Bones. Perfect. I got the Burger (cause all other entrees was over $35!!). Marvelous!! I will come back with a bigger credit in my card.

    (4)

  • H. Deborah S.

    Usually my second go round, or third, or fourth, elicits stars disappearing into the astral plane. If only yelp would give me one more star. This is our 5th time back. We were a total of 8 this time. I fully expected something to go wrong. Nope. The food was spectacular. Service flawless. I still want to complain about the bread rolls...they are not up to par with the rest of the place and one of the apps, some Shabu Shabu rendition of sushi didn't hit the mark fully. Having said that, and even if bread is one of my key harbingers for the quality of food to come...I really love what Michael Schwartz has done here. It is special and you pay for it. However, there are times in life when having a well sourced, exquisitely presented meal trumps all. I hope to have many more here.

    (5)

  • Simonett P.

    The Cypress Room is an elegant, upscale American dining room with James Beard Award-winning chef, Michael Schwartz. The intimate setting makes for a more personable experience, with a freshly polished finish in food, service, bar and decor.

    (5)

  • Jacqueline R.

    Am compelled to write a review because the reviews are ridiculous! Don't go to a restaurant and order a $24 burger if you think it's too expensive! The other reviewer complains about rotisserie chicken being average, well hello, it's chicken! I had the pork belly and it was simply amazing! The pairings were on target! As an amateur chef I know how hard it is to achieve the complexity of different flavored in the different pairings! My friends black grouper over lobster risotto was perfection! Now to the drinks! The barrel aged cocktails are divine! The entire concoction is aged in the barrels that sit on the bar. At $16 dollars a glass most will balk. I do not mind paying for quality! When I go to a fine restaurant I don't look at the price I look at the ingredients!! The ingredients used are mostly local! The fish is wild and the pork Pasture raised, I can't say that for almost any rest in Miami. For someone with a discerning palate and a creative flair they will be floored with the attention to detail at cypress room. I can't believe the person that was only happy because of free sparkling water! That individual would not be welcome at my restaurant and should skip a chef rest altogether because they don't get it! Sadly most people want cheaper and more quantity, if that's you this place is not for you! The music, decor, food, cocktails, and dessert were memorable! I will return! Expensive yes! Worth it? Absolutely! My new favorite restaurant in Miami! A place to take good company and enjoy the food as a work of art! Pay attention to the detail in everything and you won't be disappointed! At the end of the meal they brought us 2 free macaroons. I was impressed since it was peppermint cookie chocolate filling! Nice touch right before the holidays

    (5)

  • Anup S.

    Yum!

    (4)

  • ROCKITSOBE L.

    The restaurant is very small and loud music. We had 10:30 reservation, but were late due to being at the theater till 11:00. I had called to let them know we would be late. Upon arrival we were told our table would be ready soon they were finishing up dessert and welcome to grab a drink at bar. The bar is too small and was full to even squeeze in. After 30 minutes, the manager gave us complimentary champagne for our wait which was quite nice. I didn't appreciate the fact our table actually wasn't eating there dessert they were just ordering it when we checked in, so the hostess stretched the truth. Probably shouldn't lie when the restaurant is so small you can see everything going on. Shrimp and Asparagus appetizer- was delicious, great flavor. My filet came out cooked perfectly, but lacked flavor. Service was great! Drinks were good. We skipped dessert.

    (3)

  • Alex D.

    The place was surprisingly small. Food was amazing as it is the case at all Michael's restaurants. This was our first time here. The hostesses and the person calling to confirm reservation were super cool, caring and professional. The place is warm and has the perfect amount of lighting. Tables are nicely set, with candles and white linen covers. The Foie gras, veal and fish were to die for. The deserts were unbelievable. Sadly, the service was subpar. They only had two servers that night for the whole place. Alex, our server, never once served us the amazing wine I selected. The hostess even complimented us on the wine selection saying that she had not had someone select such an amazing wine in a very long time. Yet the waiter poured it only once. I find this cheap when paying these prices. While I would love to come back for the food, I would not want to until I was told that a minimum of 3-4 professionally trained waiters would be serving tables. The table next to us was extremely loud and intoxicated climaxing by dropping an opened bottle of red wine literally on the ground and their white table cloth. They also do need to work on sound absorption/acoustics. This place is not ready for prime time yet. Not sure about the taxidermies on the walls. They look strange in Miami.

    (3)

  • Alissa T.

    I had lunch at the Cypress Room last week and was happy to have finally been able to try it. I eat at MGFD quite often and always enjoy Michael Shwartz's restaurants. I am happy to say that The Cypress Room did not disappoint!! I had the Miami Spice menu for lunch and although I loved my meal, am looking forward to going back and ordering from the regular menu. The Miami Spice menus (aside from being a great deal) are always interesting since they allow the chefs some flexibility and creativity in creating special dishes that are not on the regular menu. I sat at the bar and had lunch there. When I first arrived, the bar was empty...but not for long. Plenty of others joined me, and not just for drinks, but for lunch as well. The bartender was welcoming and professional. I'll say that overall, the restaurant has a higher-end service than MGFD. Its more white table cloth, fine dining service. I must say that I don't love the decor. I get the goal of making it different than your typical Miami resturant decor and the 1950's kinda-theme they have going. But I felt that even with what they are aiming for it could have been done better. I've lived in Jackson Hole, WY and spend time in many ski towns. Seeing a deer head on the wall doesn't bother me in the least, I just feel like it doesn't really fit with the restaurant and they could have accomplished the concept they were going for in a manner that achieved it in a more interesting and creative manner. Ok- now the important part: THE FOOD! I started with the swordfish crudo. It was fresh and light and delightful. I really enjoyed it. Bread was served as one warm and delicious roll. It came with butter which was cold (one thing I love about MGFD is the bread is delicious and the butter is always room temp.). Next I had the croque monsiuer as my entree. It was divine!!! Sooooo goood. It had sliced prosciutto, bechemel sauce and light bread. Served with a small side of fresh greens it really hit the spot. For desert I had the chocolate pot de creme, which was good. But not to the level of greatness that I usually get from Hedy Goldsmith's creations. Overall I loved the Cypress Room and will definitely be back!!

    (5)

  • Tito C.

    Take out a 2nd mortgage before eating here. Prices are high. Room is small with a bar area on the side which makes it noisier for persons at tables near the bar when there are patrons at the bar. The food was interesting as is usual for Michael Schwartz. Also the room failed my light test. A lot of effort going into the preparation and presentation and the room was too dark to be able to enjoy the effort. Why do these people think that it is okay to charge for the award winning effort but not okay for the patrons to enjoy the visual. We eat first with our eyes and when the dish is presented somewhat in a deconstructed mode, I can find the parts to create the perfect bite. Went with another couple and we decided that the presentation was based on Legos. A lot of parts that needed to be put together in the dark. With 3 glasses of wine and one cocktail, the dinner was over $400.00 and that was with only one dessert which we think was a piece of deconstructed coconut cake with a very small dab of sorbet.. Wait staff was excellent but apparently short handed. The hostess-manager was acting as a server and we were told that the chef was off that night and the sou chef was doing the cooking and helping in serving the plates.

    (3)

  • Luvadish I.

    Expensive-Yes, Reservations a must-Yes. Exquisite food-Yes. I loved this restaurant. I loved everything about it. The service was extraordinary. I started with a cocktail," ah shante" which was delightful. For my appetizer I chose frog legs which I haven't had anywhere in MIA. They were perfectly cooked and very flavorful. My entree, agnolotti (bolognese filled with butter and parmigiano) was one of the best bites I've had in forever. Seriously, I ate one by one and savored every bite! This dish was as near perfection as one can get. We were a party of 4 and the other dishes we had were wreckfish, antelope, and the burger. All were delicious. The thrice cooked fries although not a huge portion were incredibly good. Everyone agreed the angolotti was the standout dish. Hedy Goldsmith's desserts never disappoint. I think I'll stick with the homemade ice cream and sorbet next time as the meal was on the heavier side. This restaurant is a lovely place for a celebration dinner if you are a small party or a special date. Reservations are an absolute must!

    (5)

  • Kenny S.

    The food was very good, but the menu was limited. The aged cocktails were a highlight. Menu was eclectic and inventive, but I didn't feel it was up to Michael's standards - at least tonight. Very professional and efficient staff.

    (3)

  • jackie a.

    YUMMY, DELICIOUS AND AMAZING. love this place want to go back. The cocktails are very signature made and the food is delicious and fresh to order. The service is amazing as well. Recommend to go

    (5)

  • Mr M.

    Last night our company had an incredible wine dinner at Cypress room. The night started with some Argentine bubbles that were surprisingly refreshing and paired very well with the smoked beet salad. 2nd course was an AMAZING Duck dish that I personally found to be the highlight of the night. This dish was paired with my favorite Argentine BONARDA from Colonia Las Liebres. 3rd course was braised short rib. The meat was full of flavor, super tender and paired beautifully with another Bonarda selection from Las Liebres. To finish the night the house passed around some delicious macaroons. This will definitely not be our last time at The Cypress room. Great job!!!

    (5)

  • Zuri G.

    beautiful cozy little spot. reminds me of places back home in Nashville and New York. the cocktails are outstanding. my boyfriend and I used to come every week to eat but I felt as if they were annoyed that we came so often? maybe it was just me? anyhow... I guess if you don't reserve special little places like this for special times it losses it's specialness. I would highly recommend the cypress room if you want to feel like you're in a Kubrick film or out for an occasion of sort. you must have a cocktail while you are there. you must. you won't be disappointed.

    (4)

  • Slavina B.

    BY FAR top 5 in Miami i have tried. The ambiance is romantic , the wait staff is highly professional and knowledgeable, the drinks are innovative and wine list for any taste, they even have their own wine :) The food was so mind blowing that's its hard to remember, but with ease i can say it was a place that keeps calling me back !!!! Good for romantic dinner, casual dinner and business dinner, anyone would be left impressed. Pay no attention to the location though !!!

    (5)

  • Rocky A.

    Ambience, great service, amazing cuisine = The Cypress Room The decor makes you feel like your someplace that has it all. We tried the beet salad, the smoked beets were bursting with flavor, the red shrimp and coconut YUMM. The grilled yellowtail served us both and the thrice fried potatoes are to die for. The desserts, just order, you will not be disappointed. This intimate , hip, and just a good place is on my repeat as often list for sure.

    (5)

  • Stephen F.

    The Cypress Room is by far Michael Schwartz's best showing for both venue and menu offerings. The location can be hard to spot from the street if you're not looking carefully as it's set back a few feet, squeeze between its two neighboring buildings. Luckily there is a nearby metered parking lot that also offers valet. Inside the decor is very unique, for Miami, a combination of country rustic with mounted deer heads on the wall juxtaposed with white clothed tables with fine china and hanging chandeliers. I came during the Spice promotion, and unlike many other venues, I was still treated like a top paying customer - as one would expect. I started the first course with the melon and lard appetizer, initially being put off by the idea, the waiter assured me it was delicious - boy was he right! The lard pairs perfectly with the lite sweetness of the melon and just seems to melt in your mouth. I opted to add on a $10 midcourse selection of the Royal Red Shrimp - the taste still stays with me today, so creamy in the coconut with a slight tang that lingers from the lime, probably one of the best dishes I've ever had anywhere. As my second course I chose the The Cypress Burger with onion marmalade and jasper hill landaff American cheese - all I can say is, I have yet to taste this burger's equal ! For the dessert course I had the coconut cake which is served in three little squares with toppings surrounding it. I felt very appreciated and taken care of by the entire staff. I haven't stopped raving about my experience and can't wait to go back.

    (5)

  • Bob H.

    We enjoyed the Miami Spice menu tonight. A gastro treat. You can't go wrong with the quality offered up by the amazing chef. Be sure to make a reservation they fill up fast.

    (5)

  • Stacey C.

    One of the best meals I have had in a long time. Such beautiful inventive, fresh food in a gorgeous setting with a nice cocktail and wine list. Professional service to match. We had the smoked beets and robiola cheese; the frogs legs; red shrimp and coconut; short ribs and steelhead trout in tomato water. All dishes were fantastic, except for the pheasant, which was very dry, but we did not complain, everything else was so good. The cake was wonderful, but we were 3 people, and it was the smallest sliver you can imagine for $14. Decorated with "pomegranate jewels", which I found to be funny (they are just pomegranate seeds!). My only complaint (and since I gave it 5 stars, you probably won't get this far in the review) The price tag. $80 for chicken (for 2) is too rich for my blood (and takes an hour to come out). The Nomad's famous chicken in NYC w/ truffles and foie gras under the skin is only $72 for two people (and worth every penny, btw). I wish we could dine here weekly, but the price tag was just too expensive for a Wednesday night out. Definitely a great date night place.

    (5)

  • Jessica B.

    Old world charm delivers. I must say "perfect dinner"... Firstly, decor was gorg old world american elegance. Service, love when I have to ask for nothing because it is offered to me first (very few servers/teams pull this off nowadays). Food: clean, simple yet exciting... The bread was delicious, I just wanted to slip some butter in my pocketbook for later! Artichoke & Burrata salad was great, cheeseburger was delicious. Pasta was wonderful. And you must have a little dessert. Cypress room is romantic, relaxing and a place I would go to once a week.

    (5)

  • Andre G.

    Went to the Cypress Room with my girlfriend last night. We had the Miami Spice menu. She had the beef carpaccio to start and then the pork chop. I had the vegetable tart and the burger. We shared bone marrow as an extra mid-course and we both add the chocolate soufflé for dessert (more on that later). I also had the wine pairing. All the food was very good. Carpaccio had a little bit of acidity which I thought brought out more flavor, the tart was fresh vegetables and salad (cold) on a thin crust topped with goat cheese. The bone marrow was a generous portion with perfectly cooked garlic toasts. The burger (cooked blue at my request) was very tasty with caramelized onions and topped with a strong cheese (maybe sheep milk?). My girlfriend thought the pork chop was also very good. Unfortunately she started not feeling well so we had to cut short our dinner before dessert. Which brings me to my next two points: service and decor. Our waiter was great and very responsive. He came to check up on us at every dish and did his best to accommodate us with dessert on the go (soufflé are definitely not meant to be transported!). As for the decor I must say that neither my gf nor I thought it was anything good. Deer heads on the wall, a wood paneled wall from the 70s. The banquette was a tufted turquoise, black ceiling with apparent pipes and on the other side a bar in a different style. Don't know how "Cypress Room" as anything to do with that. Cypresses evoke the Mediterranean and Van Gogh for me. We also thought the room was quite noisy although it wasn't a 100% full. This being said, the food and the service were very good so that the most important! I would definitely recommend people to go there especially during Miami spice.

    (4)

  • Marguerite B.

    I need to start by saying that the food was fabulous! It was a pleasure to eat there. Ok now to some more things: Great service. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our waiter was quick to help with options and to give us some ideas. We wanted to share dishes in order for all to try things. We had awesome drinks from the bar. Tasty and beautiful. I had to add the beautiful part because I am so visual and I was impressed with the artistic side of the drinks. We had a delicious whole fish that was shared and then we had some sider orders that were a knock out. I had a rhubarb sorbet that was just sweat enough and tart enough. The presentation was gorgeous. This is a very Michael designed food. Everything was so good and so stunning. Hard to put that fork in and destroy the art work but that is what good food is all about, right? We loved not being rushed at the end! I highly recommend it. Yes, it's more formal. Very cool place.

    (5)

  • Brad H.

    Excellent service and a very casually elegant vibe. Reminded me of a small private club, which I mean in a good way. Only reason I gave 4 and not 5 stars was the food was very good but not amazing. I had the beets starter and a pasta dish both of which were very good. I had the filet entree such was good but not outstanding... Probably my mistake as I tend to find most steaks at non steak specialty restaurants somewhat lacking excitement, especially at $50. Casual yet elegant and great for a special occasion!

    (4)

  • Brenda P.

    4.5 Tiny restaurant in the Design District with a huge personality. It seemed like the perfect way to celebrate my birthday so off we went. I need to get this out of the way. I absolutely HATE the taxidermy on the walls. The restaurant would be perfect without it. It's out of place and takes away from it's elegance. But I digress... Service was extremely professional and courteous albeit a little "cold". Our waiter was "robot" like: He answered questions with simple "yes" and "no". Never cracked a smile (it was more of a smirk if that) and offered plenty of "blank stares" throughout the night. We were seated immediately upon arrival by the hostess who was very friendly. This is what we had: WILD SALMON ROYAL RED SHRIMP CHEESE ASSORTMENT CYPRESS BURGER FILET MIGNON RACK OF LAMB SWEET CORN RAVIOLI OREGON HAZELNUT PARFAIT CHOCOLATE TORTE PEACHES SORBET The appetizers and entrees were all excellent. All of them. I don't need to go into detail. They were cooked and plated to perfection. No detail left undone. It was art on a plate and followed through with flavor and intensity. My biggest let down was all of the desserts. As a huge Hedy Goldsmith fan, I was ready to get my calories on. These desserts were nowhere near the indulgent and tremendous desserts offered at Michael's Genuine or Restaurant Michael Schwartz which I love. I get she is going for a more delicate and elegant type of sweets but I am definitely not a fan of these. When it comes to the food, Cypress Room is really in the same league with J&G Grill and DB Bistro (and hence the 4.5 stars). Very few restaurants can offer this kind of cuisine in South Florida. I can confidently attest to that. It reminds me of the better restaurants I have visited in CA and NYC (just not the desserts). I absolutely adore Michael's Genuine and Restaurant Michael Schwartz. I hope I can return to Cypress Room and have the same well rounded experience I have had in the other restaurants. Perhaps it was just an off night. It happens. I was just shocked given I usually love anything Chef Goldsmith touches! We shall see...

    (4)

  • Alex M.

    The Cypress Room did not disappoint and as previous reviewers noted, the service and atmosphere and "foodie experience" were top notch. You do authentically feel like you're in a sophisticated 1920's speakeasy/hunting lodge. The bench bank seating tables are very close to one another so that's a minor bummer as the waitstaff have to literally have their rears to you while waiting on neighbor tables. We decided on the chef selection menu (changes nightly) for $99 PP which was probably a mistake as good as all the courses were (boar, lobster ceviche, snapper, ribeye, dessert), I think we would have enjoyed some of the alacarte choices better (one advantage to having such close neighbors you get an intimate view of their meals :) Drinks were excellent, they're big on gin and the NickNack was a very tasty mixture of gin, whiskey and lemon or lime. Definitely a place you'll want to check out for date night.

    (5)

  • AshleyMarie O.

    If I could give this place a million stars I would. WOW, nothing but rave reviews here on this one guys. The food, the service, the ambiance, wow, wow, wow. I am DYING to go back!! The price is a little on the side of $$$ but hey, in this case, you get what you pay for. When I went it was a little slow and I have to say, with food and service at this level this place should be packed every night. A MUST TRY

    (5)

  • Natasha M.

    Such a cool and elegant vibe. The drinks were perfect, and the Bone Marrow appetizer was tasty. Both the Filet Mignon & the Braised Short Ribs were absolutely delicious. Great restaurant for a fancy lovely dinner, but get ready to spend big bucks.

    (5)

  • Michelle L.

    We feasted like kings at The Cypress Room! My foodie friends Adri, Alex, and I had been wanting to come here for a bit now. Service was top notch and the food was excellent. Ambiance is that of a 1920s living room with deer mounted on antique wall paper covered walls. The dishes that stood out were the lamb tartare with a quail egg over it, the organic rotisserie pheasant served on a silver platter, and the rhubarb dessert. They serve Panther Coffee so I had to end with a cappuccino. Our waiter was very familiar with the menu and extremely professional. We definitely had a fantastic dining experience at The Cypress Room. I will return.

    (5)

  • Zachary K.

    Finally tried Michael Schwartz 4th restaurant in Miami and it did not disappoint. Just like his other well established restaurants The Cypress Room was another delight. We made a reservation for Friday night at 8:45. I would say a reservation is a must as the restaurant is very small and there are not many tables. We arrived about 15 minutes early and were seated immediately. We parking at the metered parking in front which was plentiful (I think they have valet parking but I'm not sure if its free or not). The service was excellent the whole night. We started off with the lamb tartare appetizer. We were a little hesitant to order it but it was very unique and delicious. I would highly recommend that as an appetizer. My girlfriend also had the sippy cocktails and it was very tasty as well. Our main course we ordered the cheeseburger and the filet mignon. The burger has so many reviews on yelp so we had to try it. I dont think its the best burger I've ever had but it was very good and the french fries were amazing as well. The filet mignon was cooked to perfection and very tasty. We passed on dessert because nothing jumped out at us but the macaroons on the house were a great way to end the meal. I would say this is a great 1 time exclusive restaurant and we had a very enjoyable experience.

    (4)

  • Ari K.

    Round 2: So I raveddddd about this burger before but just went back and was let down. Not sure if it was because of spice or that it was packed but the burger was not nearly as remarkable as before. Bun tasted stale, outside of burger was burnt and it was not nirvana this time :( Round 1: Such an immaculate dining experience. I went for lunch because their burger was getting stellar whispers and is cheaper then are dinner. The place is small and quaint but very homey. Takes one back to the Boardwalk Empire days. I will only talk about the burger and fires because that is all I tried. They serve an exceptional, palate shattering burger that I would decapitate the cow in the restaurant's back alley with a butter knife for. This burger is a delectable legacy. They use pizza dough from Harry's (The Schwartz Empire's) Pizzeria and meld this thick yet soft delicious bun. An enchanting blend of chuck beef and dry-aged steak trimmings are mixed into a stellar patty. To really know how good a burger is always try it plain and this one blew me (away). There is a superb Jasper Hill Landaff cheese (aged 4-5 months) and an onion marmalade that ties the whole masterpiece together. When you bite into this luscious impeccable treat, angels are not merely singing but are orgasming into your taste glands. At dinner time this oral gift will set you back $24 but includes a handful of kickass thrice cooked fries. During lunch it is "only" $16 but the fries are left behind. Trust me, it is worth every red cent. The thrice cooked fries were damn good too. The potatoes are boiled in water then poached in oil and then finished in hot grease. Really good but not a lot of them, you will be paying around $1 a fry :) The waiter was super, affable, attentive, sweet and a pure pleasure. These guys will iron the tablecloths after patrons conclude dining, now what is more exquistely accommodating and classy than that.

    (4)

  • Jules J.

    I would give Cypress Room ZERO stars if I could for their service. We had a reservation at 10:30 on a Friday night. My party and I were excited to check out this new restaurant in Miami. We arrived about 15 minutes before our reservation time, checked in with the hostess, who told us our table would be ready shortly, then went to the bar to grab a drink. I should have known things weren't going to go well when my friend ordered a Dewars 12, and the bartender's response was "Dewar's 12? What is that?" What kind of bartender has never heard of a pretty popular scotch?!? Even the woman who was sitting next to us at the bar and overheard my friend's conversation with the bartender was flabbergasted at the bartender's ignorance. Anyway, we sat at the bar with our drinks, munched on the complimentary pistachios, and chatted as we waited for our table - and waited, and waited. My friends and I were distracted as we were chatting. When we realized we had been waiting for an hour , we were pretty annoyed. I went to the hostess to ask about our table. She apologized for the wait and said that the party at our table was having dessert, so we would be seated soon. She had told us that we would be seated soon when we arrived an hour before. What is the point of giving reservation times that are not going to be honored? We asked to speak to the manager. Simeon, the manager, came over to speak to us, and he handled the situation about as poorly as he could have. He said that the wait wasn't the restaurant's fault because they "can't control how fast people eat". He also suggested we order appetizers at the bar if we were hungry, and they would allow us to move our appetizers to our table when our table was ready. I've never worked in the hospitality business, but I'm pretty sure most other restaurants would have offered us a complimentary appetizer or round of drinks at the bar to compensate us for the wait. I agree that restaurants don't have control over the speed at which people eat food, but they do have control over how comfortable they can make their guests if they experience an inconvenient wait. At this point, we had had enough. We paid for our drinks and walked out. We went to Oak Tavern a couple of blocks away and enjoyed an amazing meal served by a competent and gracious staff. In short, the Cypress Room can offer you a bartender who failed 'Scotch 101', a hostess who can't tell time, and a manager who has a lot to learn about hospitality. I suggest the staff go back to Michael's Genuine to learn the 'genuine' way to run a business.

    (1)

  • Carlos B.

    Overall was OK. Although we had a reservation for 2PM, they made us wait for 20 minutes. The service was average, at one point we couldn't find the waiter to order a refill on the drinks, so I had to stop eating until he came back. The worst part of all is they have this executive menu, and some of the items are not included in it and they will charge you for it. To add insult to injury the waiter had "erronously" charged the dinner prize instead of the lunch one, so it was double the price. Not worth repeating, even if the food is good.

    (3)

  • Lawrence P.

    I am a BIG fan of Chef Michael Schwartz. So, when we found out he had opened a second restaurant, we didn't take long to try it. We chose to go to celebrate my wife's birthday with another couple. This is a small restaurant in the Design District with very original décor. About the décor, the wifey hated the animal heads on the walls. She really didn't like that and, honestly, the restaurant didn't need them as this is a very cozy and elegant space. We got seated promptly even though our friends had not arrived. Once they did, we opened our wine (corkage fee escapes me but I think it's $30-$35) and ordered. To start, we had the Wild Salmon, Royal Red Shrimp and Cheese platter. I liked the salmon the best. As for our entrées, we ordered the Cypress Burger, Filet Mignon, Rack of Lamb, and Sweet Corn Ravioli. All were tremendous. I enjoyed the raviolis the most. Delish!!! We ended with the Hazelnut Parfait, Chocolate Torte and some Sorbets which were all ok but unspectacular. I was surprised because the desserts at Michael's Genuine are usually very good. Overall the food was excellent... and not a surprise. We've been to Michael's Genuine more times than I can remember and Cypress Room delivers the same quality of food although in a more traditional sense, and a bit more of an upscale setting.

    (4)

  • Ed W.

    Where should I start... I wanted to take my wife to a nice place and did some research. ... (apparently not so good). This might give you an idea of where I'm heading to. Let's start with the good things, we arrived a little bit early and sat down at the bar had a few cocktails, which were super nice. The table we reserved, was ready at the time promised, really hard to get this days. Service overall was excellent. Attentive staff, knowledgeable somelier, our waiter was always on point, however food.... was far from what you would expect at a restaurant that runs roughly at around 100 per person. We order the onion soup, and fish carpaccio as appetizers, very disappointed! How can you screw up an onion soup? Not good at all.... I mean even chain restaurants can beat them at it. Carpaccio was OK, nothing to go crazy about. For our main course we ordered the fish of the day wich it was good. Flavors of smoked fish and wood grill were super nice, grill veggies and couscous. The other entrée we selected were the slow braised short ribs..... What a disappointment, please excuse me If I repeat myself. But this were DRY, overcooked, and definitely not what you would expect from Chef Michael. Maybe I got them on an off night. .... but I don't think so. Let me jump into dessert. ... I forget what the name of the dessert was. ..... but it sounded delicious, specially the description on paper. Oh how far from reality, any Publix cake, "ANY", and I can stress that enough, would have been better. Not even presentation! So... If you can take anything away from this review is that service and staff are awesome. ... Kitchen however NOT so much! I wouldn't recommended to anyone. Hopefully I'm wrong.

    (2)

  • Randi B.

    The Cypress Room is excellent! It's cozy, elegant, speakesy'ish vibe will have you feeling as if you have stepped outside of Miami. The menu is fabulous! We had the royal red shrimp, frog legs, pasta tagliatelle, & a beef special. The pasta was my absolute favorite! My fiance & I both ordered fabulous cocktails and by no surprise enjoyed every last sip! Beautiful location, amazing atmosphere, delish food & drinks, It's a must see, must dine! PS The valet on the side of the building was a cheap $5! Can't beat that.

    (5)

  • CHUCK W.

    This says it all: "The problem is the food, or perhaps, the food relative to the price. In a nutshell: bland, badly-portioned, pretentiously overpriced and uninspiring." No way is it worth the price..the fries are better at Applebee's and $16. for starters...downhill from there..

    (2)

  • audie r.

    We loved it! From the delicious inspired appetizers of beet salad and shrimp ceviche to the perfectly creamy gingerbread and pistachio ice cream for dessert, our meal exceeded expectations. Entrees of of short ribs, salmon and divine burger did not disappoint. We'll be back.

    (5)

  • Norma D.

    Went for a holiday dinner with 2 other couples. Drinks were good. Great service. Wayyyy too expensive for what you get! $90 chicken? Really?! Totally not worth it. We all agreed...we won't be back.

    (3)

  • Rob H.

    First off, the atmosphere is elegant and romantic. It's a small and intimate setting, with a 20s/30s type of feel to it. The service is immaculate. Our server (I didn't get his name) was extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and attentive. He explained what each dish was when he brought it out and how it was prepared. Now, we get to the food, which was absolutely delicious. My girlfriend and I had an appetizer each. I had the lamb tartare, which was absolutely amazing. It was served with a quail egg on top. Delicious. It is the best tartare I've ever had. My girlfriend was in the mood to be a dipshit and ordered the beets. Out of all the appetizers there, I thought she was being ridiculous. Well, I had to eat my words, as they were delicious. They weren't as good as my tartare but they were very, very good. For the main course, I went with the idea that I was going to have either the pork or the lamb. Unfortunately, they were out of both because it was a busy night. My girlfriend and I decided to have the côte de boeuf for two. It was excellent and was perfectly paired with a beautiful hollandaise sauce that really brought out the flavor of the steak. We had the kale as a side dish and that was really, really good as well. For dessert, we shared the buttermilk semifreddo with peach and blackberry consommé. A perfect ending to a perfect meal. It was exquisite. So, the Cypress Room is a definite, definite recommend. We absolutely will be frequent customers.

    (5)

  • Katie K.

    What an amazing culinary experience! Step inside The Cypress Room and you are immediately taken back to 1920's Florida. The service was exceptional and both the cocktail and dinner menus were creative and unique. There is truly nothing like it in South Florida. The royal red shrimp with coconut and lime was a perfect way to start followed by the pork wrapped in sausage. I was impressed by the chocolate dessert with beet pâte de fruit and smoked caramel dust. The Cypress Room is a true hidden gem in the middle of Midtown and The Design District!

    (5)

  • Mark S.

    Often, lowered expectations translate into an inflated rating, and based on my trips to MGFD (Michael's Genuine Food and Drink) I am rare in having low expectations for its more expensive cousin: the Cypress Room. Verdict: not bad, but no magic either. It's a solid "3". Service was formal ("stiff"), but attentive. The neighborhood is gritty (example: there is ample parking in a city lot, but none of the pay and display meters). As mentioned in nearly every other review here, the taxidermy on display doesn't exactly whet the appetite. The decor is "speak-easy meets hunting lodge". Tables are as close together as could be without overlapping, so if you are looking for discrete conversation, keep it outside. What I liked: the fact that sparkling water is complimentary is a revolutionary idea that should be replicated everywhere - we don't need water from France, Fiji or the Moon; just purified or distilled tap water, with bubbles (sparkling) or without (still). Food wise: clearly CR has access to top-notch and fresh ingredients. But I don't think they are used optimally. The burger was the best thing I saw, but should an ultra-expensive restaurant rest on something as humble as a burger? Miami New Times noted "The Cypress burger, with onion marmalade, costs $24 when the sun goes down but only $16 during the day" but neglects to mention that at lunch time you will pay dearly for the "thrice-fried fries" - care to guess the price? Yup, $8, so there is really no lunch deal at all. But let's start at the beginning: A restaurant that offers an amuse impresses me. One that goes beyond mere bread and butter is also a very nice touch (Scarpetta's stromboli and Bourbon Steak's duck fat fries trio come to mind). Cypress room offers a warm roll of ciabatta, and as noted above, those fries will ding your pocket $8. So to this point there is no offence taken, but I haven't been impressed. Moving to apps: there is again high quality ingredients, but no particular skill is demonstrated in creating a "whole" that is greater than the "sum of its parts." Melon Salad, Mixed Greens (or any of the salads for that matter), are good, but well within the grasp of anyone working in their own kitchen. Main courses are the same story: the daily changing rotisserie might be better if there were enough to fill my mouth to properly taste it - which is to say: portions are small. Rotisserie chicken (in a day and age where every supermarket will sell you one) also has difficulty distinguishing itself. We've already covered the burger. The food is competent, 3 stars, but doesn't excel for me in any measurable way. So, if The Cypress Room was down the street from me, and half as expensive, maybe it would be a place I would check out more often. But then, if I lived down the street from the Cypress Room, I'd probably be living in a cardboard box (because it's just that type of neighborhood). Conclusion: for me, the Emperor has no clothes. I know that puts me in a minority (especially given the way local press fawns over anything Schwartz), but if I'm going to travel the distance, and pay those prices, I need to be impressed.

    (3)

  • Tony A.

    I eagerly anticipated my first visit to the Cypress Room. While the restaurant debuted quietly, with little fanfare a couple of months ago, I was determined not to go rush to this restaurant as soon as it opened. At the advice of a good friend of mine who used to work in the hospitality industry, he warned me from going to any restaurant the first week they opened. "Let them get their sea legs first" is what I told myself. I'm glad I waited about two months to get my first taste of the Cypress room, because it was more than worth the wait. The dining experience and cuisine were both top notch. The service was impeccable and the food was expertly prepared with the creativity and execution I've come to expect from Michael Schwartz and his staff. While this is a Michael Schwartz restaurant, the concept at The Cypress Room is more traditional. There isn't a dizzying array of plates arranging from snack size to extra large like MGFD. There are starters, mains (including 3 extra large mains meant for sharing), and desserts, meant to be ordered in the traditional manner (1 starter, 1 entree, and 1 dessert per diner). In this new era of small plate and tapas style dining, this concept at a fine dining restaurant almost seems novel. That being said, our meal was tremendous. We started with the marrow bones and lamb tartare. Both dishes were unreal, the tartare, done in the traditional French style (but for the lamb) was the best I've ever eaten. We then split the daily rotisserie special, which for us was a beautiful giant roasted short rib, that had been brined in this pastrami style seasoning and slow roasted on the rotisserie. It was rich and fatty (in the best way possible), and the brine really cut through much of that richness. It was tremendous dish. As for the desserts, Hedy Goldsmith delivered her excellent creative desserts that we've come to love in the past. The chess pie with huckleberries was an absolute winner. The Cypress room is definitely on the pricy side (well worth it) and won't be replacing MGFD for me on the regular rotation, but we will definitely be back to the Cypress Room.

    (5)

  • Abbey S.

    PARTIAL REVIEW Food: -With its 1920s speakeasy vibe, the theme of the menu is Elegant American Cuisine. The dishes read as French classics that are presented as a cleaner, lighter, more refreshing plate that pays respect to the quality ingredients used. Appetizers run between $14 for salad, to just over $20 for ingredients like frog legs, bone marrow and lamb tartare. Entrees also hit their lower end of $24 with the vegetarian option (a elegant sounding tart) to the more pricey filet mignon ($49), lamb ($46) or duck ($45). They also offer a few house specialties for two like Whole Grilled Fish (MP), Daily Rotisserie (MP) and an incredible looking Cote de Boeuf ($139) we saw go by a few times. -As previously mentioned, The Cypress Room offer a 5 course tasting menu for $95 which is what we both decided to try. Wine and Herb Poached Shrimp on Smoked Eggplant Caviar (Amuse) An appetizing first bite. I liked the balance of the sweet shrimp with the smoky, slightly bitter eggplant. Vegetable Crudite with Caviar and Roe Butter Foxen Chenin Blanc 2012 Simple, yet luxurious. I had a hard time bringing myself to really load up on the salty, fishy satiny butter. Even though it was going on my innocent veg, I found it really needed something tangy and airy to lighten it up. Maybe mayo and/or sour cream would have been a more approachable base, though admittedly less of a novelty then the butter. I do think this dish is a fairly good sign of a big 2014 food trend to come- how to make vegetables into stars. Seared Tuna, Young Vegetables and Consomme Kruger Rumpf CG Riesling 2009 An interesting concept- pairing a room temperature, barely seared slab of good quality raw fish in a bowl of hot viscous broth. The result was a fairly comforting set of flavours offset by one or two unexpected bursts of chili, but the temperature was a little confusing for me. Is it supposed to be hot and if it is, is the tuna going to end up cooking itself more? If you can get over the temp thing, there's no reason not to enjoy the flavours of this dish. Duck and Mushroom Ragu on Polenta Corsini Barolo san Pietro 2008 I quite liked this dish but I found myself searching for some sort of contrast- some crispy duck skin, or a little acid, heat or sweet to balance the bowl of savoury flavours. Even the polenta, which definitely was more like Southern grits, lacked the natural sweetness of the corn. Nevertheless, a very enjoyable dish. Ribeye Cap, Grilled Vegetables and Bordelaise Boyanci Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 Without a doubt, the best course of the night. Not because there was anything spectacular about it- it was quite honestly just steak and some vegetables, exactly what I do at the cottage on the grill. But the meat was just plain incredible. Seared with a wickedly hearty crust that made my mouth water just from looking at it, the juxtaposition between the peppery, coarsely salted exterior and the blushing red tender interior was perfection. Whoever is in the kitchen should open up a steakhouse and charge whatever the hell they want. Quince Crostada, Toasted Almond, Basil Ice Cream, Juniper Anglaise Ligiere Beaumes de Venise 2009 A solid dessert. The flaky pastry held in a generous amount of sweet, sticky filling that was heavenly with the mildly herbaceous ice cream. My favourite part, however, was definitely the luscious anglaise that had a subtle, yet unmistakable scent of gin. Sweet Pea Macarons with Creamed Corn Filling Honestly? This was the best part of the meal. I love sweet preparations of corn and this was simply divine. Closing Remarks: -For 3 cocktails, wine pairings, a cappuccino, and 2 tasting menus, the bill came to $387. Was it worth it? Eh- I'm going to have to say no. -I was really looking forward to my meal at Cypress Room after reading a number of favourable reviews online. However, I've got to say I was somewhat let down. The service, while technically flawless, lacked a desirable personality, and the food was all well prepared and tasted good, but didn't excite me to want to return. For the prices they're charging, I would expect a lot more. Having said that, I absolutely adore the ambiance and vibe- the 1920's Speakeasy attitude really shines through and I appreciate the attention to detail. I also thought the cocktails were innovative, delicious and refined. If only they could impart that same level of curiosity and creativity into their food menu. -Overall, for the price, I don't think I would categorize the Cypress Room as a must-go for food, but I would definitely return for a few drinks.

    (4)

  • Christina K.

    I called 3 times to make a reservation, and ended up having to leave a message. When I was finally called back the following day, I was asked for my credit card to secure the reservation. I'd like to preface that I have eaten in fine restaurants around the world and have never been asked for a credit card, unless it's a holiday. With that said, I've only ever been asked once. I understand that they only have 40 tables and that they are running a business, however, with credit card hacking becoming such an issue, I don't want to give it out for a restaurant reservation -- I sure as hell don't want to give it when they have an attitude, and act like they are doing me a favor to take it. It was such an obnoxious experience, that I passed on The Cypress Room. They should re-evaluate that "policy."

    (1)

  • Marilyn R.

    Very disappointed in this Michael Schwartz venue. Initially the service was excellent, especially when the waiter realized we were starting with Billecarte Rose champagne before moving on to 2 bottles of a very nice Italian red. Service throughout the meal by the waiter and server was also fine until the end of dinner when 2 of us hardly touched our entrees and nothing was mentioned as to why. Appetizers of lamb tartare and roasted beet salads + a selection of cheeses was presented nicely and tasted delicious. Now for the entrees - The cote du boeuf for 2 , which was served with two good tasting side sauces, was only okay. The beef short ribs were cold and my fish of the day, black grouper, while presented nicely, was too "fishy" and basically inedible. As mentioned, when the table was being cleared of our dinner plates, 2 of which were hardly touched, there was no mention of "was everything okay?" My friend, who is in the food service business, went to speak with the manager, just to let her know about how the 2 dishes disappointed and she ended up taking them off the bill. Very unexpected but professional. Desserts were ok but selection needs improvement. By the way, after the check was presented, the waiter was rather invisible. We are all used to the person "in attendance" to return with a "thank you for dining with us tonight" type of ending, especially in an upscale establishment as this is supposed to be.

    (2)

  • Joseph C.

    A 1920's setting with an unusual masculine and feminine balance, on décor. The walls are covered in lovely delicate wall paper wile contrasting with the wood paneling and beautiful Chrystal Chandeliers give an intimate and romantic atmosphere while comfortable and cozy. The menu starts in a lighter note and gets more substantial and rich. I had the pleasure to go with friends so we had the tasting menu. Absolutely delicious, not over done, but just right. Our sever Steven was a true gentleman guiding us through our culinary expedition. From the crudo, royal red shrimp, cobia Calabaza faro, the filet with grilled zucchini and bone morrow butter, to the raspberry sorbet, Cypress Room is a must visit!

    (4)

  • Mari L.

    This place was awesome! Love the atmosphere! The food was spectacular...did the tasting menu and loved it! Can't wait to go back!

    (5)

  • Fabster L.

    My brother-in law and I had dinner a month ago at Cypress Room. Small establishment, 40 patrons, intimate yet the table settings and service showed an elegance rarely found here in Miami. We were not Familiar with Michael Schwartz's food but our waitress educated us on the food, concept, and overall theme. My brother-in-law and I tried for the first time in our lives frogs and it tasted yes different but shockingly tasty. We also had the lamb tartare and it was delicious. Drinks was very refreshing and I did not have any space left for dessert but my brother-in-law told me that it was really good.

    (5)

  • C Y.

    What a dining experience! Tasty and flavorful dishes for all 3 courses. For appetizers, we all sampled the Beets and Peaches Salad, Frog Legs (loved the capers and the crunchiness of the croutons) and Marrow Bones (Meyer lemon flavor complemented the richness of the marrow). The fish of the day (flaky Pompano with a spicy pepper sauce), Agnolotti, Grouper (with a crispy top), and Rabbit dishes were also ordered and we shared a side of broccoli rabe with a delicious romesco sauce. Coconut Cake and Chocolate were our desserts. While the espresso flavor of the Chocolate wasn't for me, the others enjoyed it. I preferred the Coconut Cake, though the presentation was a bit odd - the cake and lime ice were on one half of the plate, leaving the other half empty. The timing of our courses was well-spaced. Our server, Alex, thoroughly knew the menu and answered our questions. Other servers helped Alex promptly clear dishes and refill water glasses. We also received a complementary amuse-bouche during the meal and macarons at the end of the meal. Overall, it was a wonderful experience.

    (4)

  • Ari G.

    Nice, but ludicrously overpriced, even for Spice Week. The interior, vibe and decor are great - a combination of "hunters' lodge" intimacy mixed with a sort of French-inspired bistro feel. The room is an soothing combination of black and white, historical feeling photos, dark woods and candlelight, in a small, genuinely comfortable space. The service is excellent. The problem is the food, or perhaps, the food relative to the price. In a nutshell: bland, badly-portioned, pretentiously overpriced and uninspiring. We had, put together, the duck confit and Vichyssoise, followed by a truffle-oil vegetable risotto and lamb, with pork loin and swordfish entrees. For desert we shared a sort of taster platter with chocolate mousse cake, a sort of fruit "roll up", a dab of whipped cream, perhaps, and some other hard shell candy concoction. Put simply, we barely finished any course. With the exception of the main dishes (the pork and the swordfish, which were good), there was little taste to the dishes, however dramatically garnished. Practically everything needed considerable salt and pepper to give it even a pulse. The quality was, in general, about on par with a decent night at one of the hotel restaurants on the Beach. Drinks are very expensive. In short, it's a big enough city to go elsewhere and never look back. In fairness, Michael Schwartz on the Beach (same owner) is a considerably better choice, at least to my memory of having tried it about a year ago.

    (2)

  • Maggie V.

    My fiance took me here last Friday night for my birthday. Great meal and would definitely be interested in going back. This is the 3rd Michael Schwarz restaurant where we have eaten. Each has a very different style, but you are always ensured a great meal. Stylistically this place is not Miami at all, and I think that is driving the mediocre reviews that I read before we went. The menu is much more of a Northern bent, with a heavy European influence. We had the lamb tartar, frog legs, and share the 2 person Cote du Boeuf (large steak). Each were great, and a unique taste. I love going to a restaurant to be inspired and not feel like I could have made this at home... this restaurant is definitely this experience. The menu typically includes venison and other more gamey meat tastes. To go with this theme, there are deer heads and other taxidermy artifacts around the restaurant. If that really isn´t your scene, then do not go. But the food itself is really worth trying. The biggest reasons for 4 stars vs 5 is that the tables are really too close together. We sat on the far side against the booth, and we definitely go to know our neighbors. We could hear their entire conversation and we were bumping into each others tables everytime we tried to get up. You basically had 6 inches exactly to navigate. I enjoy a little bit of privacy over dinner, space is enjoyable.

    (4)

  • Hilary P.

    Dinner at Cypress Room was a total disappointment. We came here as a large group, and while the meal started out well it ended in a total disaster. We had to wait over an hour+ to receive our entrees after our apps, and most of the plates came out cold. We sent the $42 duck back to be reheated, and when they returned it (after 20+ min) it still wasn't satisfactory. Upon arrival of the bill, we expressed our disappointment of the meal to our waiter who conveyed the message to the manager, and she was totally unprofessional in her response. She was rude and crude, didn't apologize for our extremely delayed meal, and told us we must have enjoyed it since we ate it. Honestly as people who love and frequent Michael Schwartz's other restaurants, this experience has completely tarnished his restaurant group's reputation in our eyes. Dining should be an enjoyable experience especially when you pay that amount of $$, and this one was terrible.

    (1)

  • Michael A.

    Cypress room is a small place in Midtown by Michael Schwartz. The place is decorated with Deer and Boar heads as well as a Marlin on one side of the wall. The motif is 1940's Old Florida. The Bourbon selection is second to none in Miami, and I would even go a bit further and venture to say that Cypress Room is probably the best place to get a cocktail anywhere in Miami at present. The cocktails are carefully crafted, served with designer ice and in appropriate glassware. There's a focus on spices and herbs; I tried a twist on the classic Italian Campari Orange with mezcal, tequila and orange bitters. Also tried an interesting mixture of gin, scotch, basil, lime and cardamom. Both were exceptional. The menu is relatively small and quite different than Michael's Genuine in that there are appetizers and main courses, as well as plates for two (bone-in ribeye, grilled yellowtail snapper). We opted for a well-executed but fairly boring (for Miami) Panama City Beach red shrimp ceviche with lime, cucumbers, coconut milk and crunchy puffed rice and a sublime smoked beet salad with Robiola and pistachio for appetizers. For the main courses, I couldn't pass up the Antelope prepared two ways (a bone in rib steak as well as a type of pulled-beef stew) and Wreckfish with artichoke and a sea urchin rouille. The beet salad was the start of our particular selections, with the other plates ranging from good to better than good. The joint is definitely pricey, with most of the entrees north of $40. The place itself is tiny - similar to Harry's Pizzeria. The two-top tables literally crammed in - there's probably 4 inches between tables - if you sliding between tables to the booth side and you're a normal sized human, you are going to put your rear in someone's face. No way around it. Think a standard economy seat on your major airline of choice and you get the idea. Basically there are 9 two-tops that run lengthwise in the restaurant and unless you get one of the two end tables, you're going to have a couple of strangers on each side literally joining you for dinner. It's impossible to not hear the conversations happening on either side, so I definitely would not go here if you want to have an intimate conversation, or if you have an aversion to hearing other people's business (when I was there some guy from Brooklyn was obviously on a first date and would NOT stop talking about his ex-wife, it really seemed like the date from hell for the poor lady). Also, the bar has approximately 5 seats on it, so you're not going to want to swing by and have a cocktail unless you don't mind doing it standing up and dodging bussers and servers while you enjoy your libation (I am not exaggerating). The service was excellent from the hostess to the server, definitely a level of service that other restaurants in Miami should aspire to. I'll likely be back eventually, but the whole lack of space thing is a pretty big turnoff. I spend enough time in economy seats in the back planes to elect by free will to dine in the essentially the same circumstances.

    (3)

  • Christos T.

    Expensive. It's worth it. You cannot find those places in Miami. Especially when they bring scarfs for the ladies when they are cold because of AC. The selection of cocktails are great. We had as starters the Lab Tartare (with quail egg) and Marrow Bones. Perfect. I got the Burger (cause all other entrees was over $35!!). Marvelous!! I will come back with a bigger credit in my card.

    (4)

  • H. Deborah S.

    Usually my second go round, or third, or fourth, elicits stars disappearing into the astral plane. If only yelp would give me one more star. This is our 5th time back. We were a total of 8 this time. I fully expected something to go wrong. Nope. The food was spectacular. Service flawless. I still want to complain about the bread rolls...they are not up to par with the rest of the place and one of the apps, some Shabu Shabu rendition of sushi didn't hit the mark fully. Having said that, and even if bread is one of my key harbingers for the quality of food to come...I really love what Michael Schwartz has done here. It is special and you pay for it. However, there are times in life when having a well sourced, exquisitely presented meal trumps all. I hope to have many more here.

    (5)

  • Simonett P.

    The Cypress Room is an elegant, upscale American dining room with James Beard Award-winning chef, Michael Schwartz. The intimate setting makes for a more personable experience, with a freshly polished finish in food, service, bar and decor.

    (5)

  • Jacqueline R.

    Am compelled to write a review because the reviews are ridiculous! Don't go to a restaurant and order a $24 burger if you think it's too expensive! The other reviewer complains about rotisserie chicken being average, well hello, it's chicken! I had the pork belly and it was simply amazing! The pairings were on target! As an amateur chef I know how hard it is to achieve the complexity of different flavored in the different pairings! My friends black grouper over lobster risotto was perfection! Now to the drinks! The barrel aged cocktails are divine! The entire concoction is aged in the barrels that sit on the bar. At $16 dollars a glass most will balk. I do not mind paying for quality! When I go to a fine restaurant I don't look at the price I look at the ingredients!! The ingredients used are mostly local! The fish is wild and the pork Pasture raised, I can't say that for almost any rest in Miami. For someone with a discerning palate and a creative flair they will be floored with the attention to detail at cypress room. I can't believe the person that was only happy because of free sparkling water! That individual would not be welcome at my restaurant and should skip a chef rest altogether because they don't get it! Sadly most people want cheaper and more quantity, if that's you this place is not for you! The music, decor, food, cocktails, and dessert were memorable! I will return! Expensive yes! Worth it? Absolutely! My new favorite restaurant in Miami! A place to take good company and enjoy the food as a work of art! Pay attention to the detail in everything and you won't be disappointed! At the end of the meal they brought us 2 free macaroons. I was impressed since it was peppermint cookie chocolate filling! Nice touch right before the holidays

    (5)

  • Anup S.

    Yum!

    (4)

  • Clarissa B.

    I went yesterday the first day they were offering lunch. It was a wonderful experience. Great food and atmosphere! I can't wait to go back.

    (5)

  • Monica A.

    If it's by Michael Schwartz and it's casual (Michael's Genuine), then it must be an out of body experience if it's the fancier version, right? Eh. I have been going to Michael's Genuine since it opened years ago. My experience there has always been consistently delicious, fresh, suitable portions of delicious, fresh food. It's well-run, it's not pretentious, and it's safe. The Cypress Room may still have some kinks to work out. First of all, it can only seat like, 3.5 people at a time. It is TINY. Meaning, you will be sitting in the table next to you's lap for your meal. The decor is just so cool.. but you can tell it's trying REALLY hard to be cool.. with a roaring '20s feel (there's even WALLPAPER. in MIAMI!) and geometrically pleasing photographs from the '20s hung on the walls. Now... the chow. One word. EXPEES. Holy hell, we went for my grad school graduation dinner, and the bill was about half a year's tuition. The food is excellent. I could tell that each dish was prepared with love. HOWEVER.. the portions were accommodating for my fifteen pound cavalier king charles spaniel. I.E., you have to order 700 dollars worth of food to satiate everyone at your table. I suppose I expect big fat Amurrican portions when I dine out and that I should have enough to sustain me for at least another meal with the leftovers, but I found myself desperately scratching at my (unique, bone china, handwashable) plate with my fork to try to extract every last calorie to satisfy my hunger. ESPECIALLY when the meal costs half my month's rent. By the way, the cocktails are crafty. Very impressive (again, expensive). The service... oy. Our waiter was a DOLL. He was swell, but he was the ONLY waiter for the entire restaurant! So we kind of got abandoned for about 20 minutes... but I suppose at 100 dollars a person, they just can't afford to hire another staffmember? I tease. Cypress Room, you're good, but not great.

    (3)

  • Jessica R.

    Cypress Room, I really wanted to like you. Michael's Genuine is so delicious but you're like the red-headed stepchild trying to be fancy. First, I can't figure out the theme here. There's like a dash of a Parisian romantic feeling, but then there's taxidermy on all the walls which could work with French country but for the giant sailfish. The food was ok. Small portions even for Miami. We went for my birthday and my boyfriend called ahead to make sure he could embarrass me with a dessert with a candle and everything then when dessert came...nothing. They went and got a candelabra which I mean...thanks for trying but he called ahead and everything. Really? Also, I will never understand what the extremely talented Michael Schwartz has against personal space. Muuust all the tables be on top of each other in every single restaurant you do? :( I love you even though I do not know you. Why must you sadden me so?? Seriously, Michael Schwartz is a genius, but the menu isn't on the same level as Michael's genuine. That being said, the romantic lighting and ambiance (other than the random taxidermy) was wonderful and a huge step up from the ambience at Michael's Genuine.

    (3)

  • Alex D.

    The place was surprisingly small. Food was amazing as it is the case at all Michael's restaurants. This was our first time here. The hostesses and the person calling to confirm reservation were super cool, caring and professional. The place is warm and has the perfect amount of lighting. Tables are nicely set, with candles and white linen covers. The Foie gras, veal and fish were to die for. The deserts were unbelievable. Sadly, the service was subpar. They only had two servers that night for the whole place. Alex, our server, never once served us the amazing wine I selected. The hostess even complimented us on the wine selection saying that she had not had someone select such an amazing wine in a very long time. Yet the waiter poured it only once. I find this cheap when paying these prices. While I would love to come back for the food, I would not want to until I was told that a minimum of 3-4 professionally trained waiters would be serving tables. The table next to us was extremely loud and intoxicated climaxing by dropping an opened bottle of red wine literally on the ground and their white table cloth. They also do need to work on sound absorption/acoustics. This place is not ready for prime time yet. Not sure about the taxidermies on the walls. They look strange in Miami.

    (3)

  • Alissa T.

    I had lunch at the Cypress Room last week and was happy to have finally been able to try it. I eat at MGFD quite often and always enjoy Michael Shwartz's restaurants. I am happy to say that The Cypress Room did not disappoint!! I had the Miami Spice menu for lunch and although I loved my meal, am looking forward to going back and ordering from the regular menu. The Miami Spice menus (aside from being a great deal) are always interesting since they allow the chefs some flexibility and creativity in creating special dishes that are not on the regular menu. I sat at the bar and had lunch there. When I first arrived, the bar was empty...but not for long. Plenty of others joined me, and not just for drinks, but for lunch as well. The bartender was welcoming and professional. I'll say that overall, the restaurant has a higher-end service than MGFD. Its more white table cloth, fine dining service. I must say that I don't love the decor. I get the goal of making it different than your typical Miami resturant decor and the 1950's kinda-theme they have going. But I felt that even with what they are aiming for it could have been done better. I've lived in Jackson Hole, WY and spend time in many ski towns. Seeing a deer head on the wall doesn't bother me in the least, I just feel like it doesn't really fit with the restaurant and they could have accomplished the concept they were going for in a manner that achieved it in a more interesting and creative manner. Ok- now the important part: THE FOOD! I started with the swordfish crudo. It was fresh and light and delightful. I really enjoyed it. Bread was served as one warm and delicious roll. It came with butter which was cold (one thing I love about MGFD is the bread is delicious and the butter is always room temp.). Next I had the croque monsiuer as my entree. It was divine!!! Sooooo goood. It had sliced prosciutto, bechemel sauce and light bread. Served with a small side of fresh greens it really hit the spot. For desert I had the chocolate pot de creme, which was good. But not to the level of greatness that I usually get from Hedy Goldsmith's creations. Overall I loved the Cypress Room and will definitely be back!!

    (5)

  • ROCKITSOBE L.

    The restaurant is very small and loud music. We had 10:30 reservation, but were late due to being at the theater till 11:00. I had called to let them know we would be late. Upon arrival we were told our table would be ready soon they were finishing up dessert and welcome to grab a drink at bar. The bar is too small and was full to even squeeze in. After 30 minutes, the manager gave us complimentary champagne for our wait which was quite nice. I didn't appreciate the fact our table actually wasn't eating there dessert they were just ordering it when we checked in, so the hostess stretched the truth. Probably shouldn't lie when the restaurant is so small you can see everything going on. Shrimp and Asparagus appetizer- was delicious, great flavor. My filet came out cooked perfectly, but lacked flavor. Service was great! Drinks were good. We skipped dessert.

    (3)

  • Matt H.

    ALWAYS DELIVERS. This restaurant is GEM. There are not many spots in Miami like this. There are many that think they are like it but they simply do not compare. I've been several times and every time is truly an experience. I always find the rather large bill to be worth it. The one and only slightly negative thing this past Miami Spice experience I had was that the bone marrow serving was significantly smaller than the first and second time I had it. It happens though. Their Miami Spice menu is exceptional. We ordered the mid courses as well which was fantastic. It's almost like a six course meal when you take in to account the amuse and the after dessert macaroons. The bill came to $240 including a 21% tip, six cocktails, and Miami Spice for two with the mid course upcharges. The ambiance is sophisticated sexy. All the employees are unbelievably knowledgeable and very attentive. Worth every penny. Worth your next special occasion dinner or hot date!

    (5)

  • Carl V.

    Nothing special. One of the smaller restaurants that I have been in lately- quite cramped. I had a burger that was extremely overpriced ($27). I had a house-made soda that was really good.

    (3)

  • Jennifer C.

    Although Cypress Room is incredibly charming and well designed it was unbearably cold when we first walked in. No big deal though, we headed over to the bar and I had a rye whiskey that warmed me right up. The bartender was helpful and made the suggestion of the "Jefferson 10yr" that was exactly what I was looking for. Like everything else in the restaurant the bar was gorgeous. We sat and we're attended by the very helpful staff. Now this is where things get a little disappointing; the food. We ordered the salad which was plain. Lightly dressed which is nice but that was it. I've had more inventive salads at Chef Schwartz's pizza joint "Harry's". It was simply wet lettuce. Then we had an apple and fennel tart, I believe with goat cheese that was very good. Next we had the oxtail crepinette that I felt was under-seasoned but when I ate it with the beans it livened it up a bit, nothing spectacular though. The texture was off putting soft meat, soft caul fat and soft beans. Then we had the main course, the duck. This was the biggest disappointment of all. Not only was the duck so under seasoned I actually had to ask for salt (which I hate doing at a restaurant with a price tag like this) but it was sliced so thin it lost the crisp skin that makes duck so damn good. I dare say the slicing even dried the meat out a bit, and although lovely to look at could have been executed much better. The sides were a beet puree also under seasoned and brussel sprouts equality under whelming. For dessert we had an apple semifredo that was just O.K. Served table side our waiter poured a luke warm apple cider broth in to the bowl that had caramel sauce previously glued to the bottom of the plate. I assume the purpose of this was to warm the caramel and soften the texture without melting the semifredo, but that was a total failure. The broth only slightly warmed the caramel making the consistency grainy and leaving the semifredo solid and floating in a pool of mediocre liquid. I believe the semifredo might have been sitting on the crust of some sort, but I can't be sure because it was lost in my apple juice soup. Overall the food was O.K and definitely overpriced. For what we paid we could have had an outstanding meal at D.B Bistro. This is no D.B bistro! If I come back it will be for drinks only or unless the prices are slashed in half or the food makes massive improvements.

    (3)

  • Eduardo D.

    As soon as we walked in, I was immediately disgusted by all of the animal heads on the walls. I wanted to leave but was told if I did, I had to pay regardless. The food was not so bad but the service was terrible.

    (1)

  • J B.

    I went for lunch yesterday with a friend. I loved the ambiance. So different for Miami. It was very comfortable and the service was great! Very friendly and attentive. We had the prix fix lunch. Everything was delicious. We started with a complimentary soup which was amazing! Then we had a bacon tart and roasted squash with walnuts and Valdeon. So so good!! Then we shared a burger which was awesome And a duck leg. Also very good. I will definitely go back soon. The price was great too! $30 a head and we ate ALOT!!

    (4)

  • Lanette C.

    So the bar is great. The space is small but pretty cool. Sat at the bar and ordered 2 appetizers the salmon and quail which were ok pretty under seasoned. Ordered the filet for dinner with a side of long beans. That was good but sadly everything was cold. I will probably come back and sit at the bar for an old fashioned cocktail but not sure I will eat there agin.

    (3)

  • Tito C.

    Take out a 2nd mortgage before eating here. Prices are high. Room is small with a bar area on the side which makes it noisier for persons at tables near the bar when there are patrons at the bar. The food was interesting as is usual for Michael Schwartz. Also the room failed my light test. A lot of effort going into the preparation and presentation and the room was too dark to be able to enjoy the effort. Why do these people think that it is okay to charge for the award winning effort but not okay for the patrons to enjoy the visual. We eat first with our eyes and when the dish is presented somewhat in a deconstructed mode, I can find the parts to create the perfect bite. Went with another couple and we decided that the presentation was based on Legos. A lot of parts that needed to be put together in the dark. With 3 glasses of wine and one cocktail, the dinner was over $400.00 and that was with only one dessert which we think was a piece of deconstructed coconut cake with a very small dab of sorbet.. Wait staff was excellent but apparently short handed. The hostess-manager was acting as a server and we were told that the chef was off that night and the sou chef was doing the cooking and helping in serving the plates.

    (3)

  • Luvadish I.

    Expensive-Yes, Reservations a must-Yes. Exquisite food-Yes. I loved this restaurant. I loved everything about it. The service was extraordinary. I started with a cocktail," ah shante" which was delightful. For my appetizer I chose frog legs which I haven't had anywhere in MIA. They were perfectly cooked and very flavorful. My entree, agnolotti (bolognese filled with butter and parmigiano) was one of the best bites I've had in forever. Seriously, I ate one by one and savored every bite! This dish was as near perfection as one can get. We were a party of 4 and the other dishes we had were wreckfish, antelope, and the burger. All were delicious. The thrice cooked fries although not a huge portion were incredibly good. Everyone agreed the angolotti was the standout dish. Hedy Goldsmith's desserts never disappoint. I think I'll stick with the homemade ice cream and sorbet next time as the meal was on the heavier side. This restaurant is a lovely place for a celebration dinner if you are a small party or a special date. Reservations are an absolute must!

    (5)

  • Kenny S.

    The food was very good, but the menu was limited. The aged cocktails were a highlight. Menu was eclectic and inventive, but I didn't feel it was up to Michael's standards - at least tonight. Very professional and efficient staff.

    (3)

  • Olga Z.

    Where is the 6th star? Deserving of a 6th star. This was sophisticated dining at its best. The service was text book, A+ service. Our server, Steven, obviously takes great pride in his profession. His disposition was professional and refined. His knowledge of the menu and the wines was well above average. He conversed about the various dish flavors, wines and craft cocktails with a background knowledge, detailed explanation and thoughtful opinion not seen in Miami - well beyond the usual regurgitation of what's already printed on a menu or the often heard "It's nice. I like it." The host and busser were also attentive. I happened to use the wrong knife to butter my bread (yes, I apparently lack manners) and placed it to the side when I realized my faux pas. Our busser, within a minute, quickly replaced my knife without asking me, or me asking him to do so - attentive and detailed. This is just one example. The staff here are the 6th star of my experience. I came here with a friend during Miami Spice, otherwise the budget wouldn't currently allow for these menu prices. During Miami Spice, the chef changes the menu on a weekly basis, so there is always something interesting and savory to experience. The dishes themselves were delicious. The Miami Spice menu the week we visited consisted of three courses with optional sides large enough to share with someone else. The portions were regular menu portions - the restaurant did not skimp or short us in any way. The courses were brought out perfectly timed, not interrupting conversation but rather complementing it. I ordered the risotto cooked with butter lettuce, prosciutto and parmesan as my appetizer (A+), the pork chop for my main course (A+) and the semifreddo for dessert (A+). My friend and I shared marrow bones with preserved lemon, celery and garlic toast (A+). The pork chop, about the size of one extra large fist, was served with lentils and spinach. Quite frankly, it was so perfectly seasoned that it could have been served without the lentils and spinach and it still would have been an A+ entree. The semifreddo, described as a plum consomme with summer fruit, is deceiving in that it sounds simple and plain. But, a taste of the consomme had us dancing in our seats with joy much like a toddler does after eating something sinfully good. In the end, I felt like every single penny was well-spent. It was a fantastic. Well-deserved, 6-star experience. Some technical notes: The restaurant offers wine pairings with every course for an additional amount. i didn't take advantage of this, but it seems worth it to enhance an already stellar experience and dishes. There is valet parking for $5 and metered parking on the surface parking lot area directly adjacent to the north of the building.

    (5)

  • Gigi E.

    Meal for two last Labor Day Monday night...parking was easy until I was held hostage by the parking meter (yes I should pay by phone) and called the hostess who said we'll hold your reservations no worries, and we have valet for $5.00-which is a steal!! Save yourself the trouble and valet! The decor...it was like hunting lodge chic with a sweet little bar tuck a little further back...hidden from the peering eyes. Service. EXCELLENCE!! We received both the Miami Spice and regular menu. Steven our server succinctly and clearly explaining aperitifs, other cocktails, wine pairings with Miami Spice. When I say succinctly still he did it with care and polish, it was obvious that he took pleasure in his job. Steven was the right man for the job!... I hate to say it I may have but his name may have been Steve, by any other name was awesome and so was the food. So my gal-pal started off with a cocktail. I think it was the Before and After. It was beautifully made and well balanced. Then a new happy face dropped by our table and presented us with an amuse-bouche, swordfish, pickled fennel and avocado mousse..delicious! Another new face brought us warm bread and delicious golden butter with little pearls of sea salt on top. In the background our waters were kept to a righteous fill point. Starters: Risotto with Parmesan cheese, prosciutto and butter lettuce...knocked my socks off. tender with a bite and a little saucy like someone flirting with you during church service. Second starter solid salmon n(ot yellow fin as shown on teh menu-but I was told prior to ordering so I was good), with avocado and watercress. Alas is needed salt-I stared jealously at the salt on the butter until I was rescued with my salt crystals by the watchful eye of another server. Intermezzo (i am making up terms as I go) Roast Beef Bone marrow...delicious. They were kind enough to split it as we were sharing. Extra points!! it was so tasty that I wish I could have picked it up and gnawed on on it..however is was a fine dining establishment. The marrow is gently seasoned with fresh herbs like tarragon-do not discard, eat them! However ask for a side of warm bread as the garlic toast it is served with can overpower the flavor. Mains: The Berkshire pork chop was fantastic and slightly beat out swordfish but not by much. My companion did not care for the curried side dish that came with the chop, I tasted it and it was delicious but clashed with the pork. The swordfish lacked the fatty succulence of the pork ( of course it did it's fish). Otherwise the best cooked swordfish. Perfectly grilled, meaty yet still MOIST. I wish it had a little more velvety fattiness to it. The swordfish was served over beans in a mussel broth it was mouthwatering. Two desserts rounded out our meal, a chocolate caramel tart and a semifreddo, red fruit coulis with sliced stone fruits. The winner was the semifreddo because it was creamy, refreshing and unexpected. Honestly we could not stop eating it! errrrk ( that is the sound of screeching breaks) there was one strange oddity. The hostess ironed a table cloth while we were dining. First time and hopefully the last I have experienced that in a fine dining establishment. It still makes me chuckle and scratch my head. Luckily everything else was so fantastic oh I did the Miami Spice wine tasting worth it! they really are paired well to enhance each course. It a especially nice to hear Steven give the wines a story about the region and or maker. Dining here was an amazing dining experience.

    (5)

  • Josh C.

    Food is out of this world. Love the feel of a underground speakeasy. Ate both in the dining room and at the bar, both times the service was great. If you haven't been here, you must go.

    (5)

  • M M.

    After we walk out from The Grill, Bal Harbor, were their chef refused to make any adjustments to our meals; after we drove off from valet of Bagatelle where they insulted us with an attempt to charge $50 for a regular parking, and another failed attempt at newly opened Tantalize where they could not serve us decent champagne by the glass, we finally arrived to what seem to be the "paradise of dining experience", the "land of YES" called "Cypress Room" in Design District. let me count the ways of everything that define proper dinning experience and everything that Cypress Room got right: - Reasonable valet $5 or free parking: Right along side of the restaurant there is a lot big enough to fit every guest car. Check! - Friendly, accommodating reception with a smile: Although it was only two of us - we got a larger table I had my eye on. Check - Decent champagne by the glass to entertain you while you wait for your appetizer. And that is not much to ask! (take note Tantalize restaurant) - Check - Ambience and service: clean and proper: white tablecloth is ironed before each table is set, napkins folded and placed back on the table when you take a bathroom break; breadcrumbs cleaned with proper tool, not swiped off with a hand or wet rug. Staff is properly and elegantly dressed - Check Now lets talk about food: wow, FINALLY we have a quality dining experience to match NYC! Everything was delishious, farm quality and fresh. This is a third restaurant-child of more known Michaels Genuine, and Cypress Room is a perfect "Show Piece" of now growing clan. Bravo, bravo, bravo! Don't leave without trying their cheese platter - it is to die for. We surely will be back for more!

    (5)

  • Yesy C.

    What a wonderful dining experience, that is a lot to say during Spice Month!! Its a must do! Trust me, just go and thank me later! The service was impeccable and the food was prepared perfectly.

    (5)

  • Michelle G.

    Honestly probably one of the best spots in Miami! This place transported me to my days in Manhattan with nothing but the finest. Miami has a long way to go as a city but this place not only hits all of the right notes, it's a must for anyone who is seeking an experience of what TRUE dinning should be. My husband and I came after I booked a reservation during Miami spice although we opted not to go with the spice menu (seriously, you will be missing out if you do) it was all definitely worth it!!! My husband had the rabbit which was to die for and I had the duck which was equally to die for. As a starter, we ordered two; marrow bones and the red shrimp... Both delicious. If you are leaning more towards the savory go with the marrow; the lighter go with the shrimp. We went through a good portion of the cocktail list and my favorite would be the summer soda, it goes with everything. Not too light, not too heavy it's literally just right especially when you are still deciding what to order. The ambiance of the place is a bit interesting. You do not feel like you're in Miami at all, but that's a good thing. There's a decent amount of taxidermy on the walls, some old fashioned wallpaper and a bar that will make you feel as if you're in a good episode of The Knick. Needless to say, I want more and don't believe that I can ever get enough of this hidden gem.

    (5)

  • Brittany F.

    Ever wondered what it would have been like to eat in Casablanca in the 60s? Something about the The Cypress Room takes you bake in time to a bygone era of class, cocktails, and black and white photographs. It was love at first sight for me, and I settled comfortably into the banquet as I nibbled on the roll with soft butter, with sea salt the size of snow flakes. The soft lighting, and beautiful bar had me tempted for a cocktail, but I was dining with my pregnant best friend, and am not one to go for a cocktail solo so instead investigated their wine list. It was a unique list, with premier crus at $34 a glass, mostly French, and nothing was tickling my fancy but the GM helped me find something I liked. We shared the smoked beets to start as well as the royal red shrimp. Their platting was beautiful and playful. The beets were smoked, shaved and roasted with pistachio. I have never had a smoked beet and it gave it a strong flavor that was pleasant. The shrimp was almost raw, with coconut, lime and puffed rice, it was refreshing and light. For our mains we shared the agnolotti with butternut squash and the duck. The agnolotti came with walnuts, butternut squash and brown butter, although the butter wasn't really browned. It was more just melted. They were very rich and a nice fall dish. The duck was quite impressive with turnips and pear, but unfortunately the skin was overly salted. We let them know and they made us a new one but it took about 20 minutes and by the time it arrived we were full. They still put it on the bill, and it was $43, not an inexpensive entree by any means. I wouldn't have minded, had I been able to enjoy it, but it seemed a bit bizarre considering how long we had to wait for the replacement. I loved the atmosphere more than the food overall. And while service was friendly, it was off putting that we paid for a duck that we had a few bites of.

    (3)

  • Linda G.

    Wonderful dinner celebrating a birthday. Food was amazing, service impecable and the atmosphere is absolutely charming.

    (5)

  • Vanessa M.

    Bravo to Michale Schwartz and his team of culinary geniuses! The Cypress Room is everything a restaurant should be. You can taste the love in everything from the food to the butter. The service is always impeccable and they go out their way to make sure you're happy. My absolute favorite thing to eat here is the burger. It's not just your ordinary burger, though. It's so thick and juicy you have to eat with a fork and knife. The fries are the most perfectly crisp I've ever had. If you dine here, ending a meal with one of Hedi Goldsmith's magical confections is obligatory. You can come for a special occasion, but if you come to the Cypress Room it's a special occasion in and of itself.

    (5)

  • jennifer a.

    Everything.... the service.. the decor... the food. pork chops delish!!! Need to go back and try the lamb tartar everyone raves about. Perfect place for a date! Pricey but well worth it!

    (5)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :6:00 pm - 10:00pm

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : Yes
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : No
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Dinner
    Parking : Street
    Bike Parking : No
    Good for Kids : No
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Dressy
    Ambience : Upscale
    Noise Level : Average
    Alcohol : Full Bar
    Outdoor Seating : No
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : No
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : No

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