Dining at Acqualina Resort & Residences On The Beach in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, is about more than choosing a restaurant. You can enjoy Italian cuisine overlooking the ocean, discover Greek and Japanese specialties, have lunch just steps from the sand, or order a restaurant-style meal without leaving your room.
During my stay, I explored several of Acqualina’s dining experiences, including Il Mulino New York and in-room dining. Here is a practical guide to the resort’s restaurants, menus, prices, and a few details worth knowing before you order.
Acqualina Dining at a Glance
Acqualina has four main restaurant destinations, along with breakfast service, in-room dining, a coffee and gelato bar, and special outdoor dining experiences.
| Dining Option | Best For | What to Know |
|---|---|---|
| Il Mulino New York | Italian lunch and dinner | Three-course lunch from $49 |
| Avra Miami | Greek cuisine and seafood | Located at The Estates at Acqualina |
| Ke-uH | Sushi and Japanese fusion | Dinner and shareable plates |
| Costa Grill | Casual beachfront dining | Pizza from $22; guest-only access |
| Acqualina Breakfast | Buffet or à la carte | Buffet $45 per adult |
| In-Room Dining | Private dining in your suite | Breakfast and Il Mulino selections |
| AQ Gelato & Coffee | Coffee, pastries and desserts | Located on the lobby level |
| Beachfront Dinners | Romantic evenings and celebrations | $295 per person before extras |
| Picnic in Paradise | A special outdoor meal | From $95 per person |
Prices are based on resort menus available in October 2026, before applicable taxes and gratuities.
Il Mulino New York: Italian Dining Worth Exploring
Il Mulino New York is one of Acqualina’s main dining attractions. The restaurant offers Italian cuisine in a refined but welcoming setting, with white tablecloths, polished service, an extensive wine selection, and indoor and outdoor seating.
During my visit, the restaurant’s atmosphere was part of the experience. The dining room felt elegant without being overly formal, and the menu offered everything from familiar pasta dishes to seafood and more elaborate preparations.
What to Order at Il Mulino
Some of the dishes worth considering include:
- Vongole Oreganata: Baked clams with a seasoned breadcrumb topping, lemon, and garlic.
- Ravioli ai Porcini: Ravioli served with Champagne truffle cream sauce and shaved black truffle.
- Branzino: Mediterranean sea bass with lemon-caper sauce.
- Fresh pasta: A particularly good option if you prefer a classic Italian meal.
The truffle-topped ravioli stood out visually, while the seafood dishes showed the variety available beyond pasta.
Another interesting part of the experience was the tableside preparation. Seeing a dish finished beside the table adds a little theater to the meal.
How Much Does Il Mulino Cost?
Prices from the restaurant menu photographed during my visit included:
- Vongole Oreganata – $22;
- Chicken Parmigiana – $27;
- Il Mulino Burger – $28;
- Lobster Roll – $32;
- Ravioli ai Porcini – $36;
- Branzino – $39;
One particularly useful option is the three-course lunch menu for $49 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. The special menu offers a choice of appetizer, main course, and dessert. It is a convenient way to experience Il Mulino without ordering three separate à la carte courses.
According to Acqualina’s current dining information, Il Mulino serves lunch daily from 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM and dinner from 4 PM to 11 PM. A daily Happy Hour runs from 4 PM to 6 PM, while Sunday Supper offers four courses for $56 per person before tax and gratuity.
Dining tip: If your schedule is flexible, compare the prix-fixe lunch with ordering à la carte. Also check the Happy Hour menu before booking an early dinner.
A Birthday Surprise That Made Dinner Special
One of the nicest moments during my visit was a birthday greeting from the restaurant. A beautifully presented chocolate dessert arrived with a candle and a personalized birthday message.
It was a small gesture, but a very pleasant surprise. Sometimes, those thoughtful details are what guests remember long after the meal.
Dining tip: If you’re celebrating a birthday or anniversary, mention it when making your reservation. While special desserts and complimentary surprises are not guaranteed, it gives the restaurant an opportunity to acknowledge the occasion.
Miami Spice: Three Courses Starting at $40
Another way to enjoy Il Mulino New York at a lower price is through its seasonal Miami Spice promotion. The restaurant offers specially curated three-course prix fixe menus featuring Italian cuisine and seasonal favorites.
- Lunch: $40 per person.
- Dinner: $65 per person.
- Availability: August through October, for a limited time.
This is particularly attractive compared with the restaurant’s regular à la carte prices. The Miami Spice lunch is also $9 less than Il Mulino’s standard $49 three-course lunch offer.
Dining tip: If you’re visiting between August and October, check the Miami Spice menu before making a reservation. Menu selections may differ from the regular offerings, and it’s worth confirming availability, taxes, gratuities, and any exclusions.
Explore Il Mulino New York at Acqualina
Avra Miami: Greek Seafood at The Estates at Acqualina
For something different from Italian cuisine, Avra Miami brings Greek-inspired Mediterranean dining to The Estates at Acqualina.
The restaurant is connected to the resort by an exclusive sky bridge, making it accessible to hotel guests without needing transportation.
Its menu emphasizes fresh seafood, Greek salads, grilled octopus, Mediterranean appetizers, and traditional preparations using olive oil and lemon.
What to Try at Avra
Consider starting with Avra Chips, made with crispy zucchini and eggplant, or a Greek salad with feta, tomatoes, and Kalamata olives.
Seafood is a major attraction. Guests can select fish from the restaurant’s display and choose how they would like it prepared, including charcoal-grilled or baked in salt.
Dining tip: Some whole fish selections are sold by the pound at market price. Ask about the estimated total cost before confirming your selection.
Avra is generally open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday and closed Mondays. Unlike certain other resort dining experiences, Avra does not allow guests to charge meals directly to their Acqualina rooms.
Miami Spice: Three-Course Greek Dinner for $59
Avra Miami also participates in Miami Spice, offering a specially curated three-course prix fixe dinner featuring Mediterranean flavors, fresh seafood, seasonal ingredients, and Greek-inspired cuisine.
- Dinner: $59 per person.
- Menu: Three-course prix fixe dinner.
- Availability: Extended through October for a limited time.
This seasonal offer is worth considering if you’d like to experience Avra’s Mediterranean cuisine at a predictable menu price rather than ordering entirely à la carte.
Dining tip: If you’re visiting Acqualina in October, check the Miami Spice menu before reserving a table. Confirm the available dishes, any supplements, taxes, and gratuity before ordering.
Explore Avra Miami and its menu
Ke-uH: Japanese Fusion and Shareable Plates
Ke-uH is Acqualina’s Japanese fusion restaurant, with indoor and outdoor seating and views of the Atlantic Ocean.
The menu includes sushi, sashimi, signature rolls, crispy rice, hot appetizers, and larger entrées. It is especially suited to guests who enjoy ordering several smaller dishes to share.
Sample Ke-uH Menu Prices
- Miso Soup – $7;
- Edamame – $9;
- Tuna Tacos – $18;
- Spicy Honey Shrimp – $21;
- Truffle Rainbow Roll – $25;
- Herb-Crusted Salmon – $32;
- Australian Wagyu Ribeye – $55.
Ke-uH also offers premium Japanese Wagyu and other specialty selections.
Dining tip: Sharing a couple of appetizers and rolls can be a practical alternative to ordering multiple large entrées. Be aware that the published menu specifies an automatic 20% gratuity.
Ke-uH opens nightly at 5:30 PM, with later restaurant closing hours on Fridays and Saturdays.
Miami Spice: Three-Course Japanese Dinner for $50
Ke-uH also participates in Miami Spice, offering a specially curated three-course prix fixe dinner for $50 per person.
The seasonal menu highlights Japanese fusion cuisine, including signature sushi, creative flavor combinations, and carefully prepared dishes.
- Dinner: $50 per person.
- Menu: Three-course prix fixe dinner.
- Availability: Extended through October for a limited time.
At $50, this is one of the more affordable ways to enjoy a multi-course dinner at Acqualina Resort, especially compared with ordering several dishes individually.
Dining tip: If you’re visiting through October, compare Ke-uH’s Miami Spice menu with its regular à la carte selections. Confirm the available courses, any additional charges, taxes, and gratuity before ordering.
An Extensive Menu for Different Dietary Preferences
One of Ke-uH’s strengths is its extensive menu, offering much more than traditional sushi. Guests can choose from cold and hot izakaya dishes, seafood, tartares, signature rolls, and Japanese-inspired entrées.
Another useful feature is the restaurant’s clear dietary labeling:
- GF — Gluten Free
- DF — Dairy Free
- VEG — Vegetarian
For example, the Cold Izakayas menu includes Tuna Tacos ($18, DF), Salmon Truffle Pear ($19, GF and DF), and Madai Dry Miso ($28, GF and DF).
Dining tip: These labels make it easier to find dishes that match your dietary preferences. If you have food allergies or strict dietary requirements, confirm ingredients and preparation procedures with the staff before ordering.
Explore Ke-uH and its dinner menu
Costa Grill: Lunch Just Steps From the Beach
Costa Grill offers one of Acqualina’s most relaxed dining environments. Located beside the beach, it combines ocean views with outdoor seating and a menu featuring seafood, salads, burgers, pizzas, and refreshing drinks.
It’s a convenient option when you’re spending the day by the pool or on the beach and don’t want to change clothes for a formal restaurant.
Costa Grill Menu Prices
- Cheese Pizza – $22;
- Caesar Salad – $23;
- Margherita Pizza – $26;
- The Acqua Burger – $28;
- Tuna Poke – $28;
- Grilled Octopus – $38;
- Butterfly Branzino – $48.
Costa Grill operates daily from 11 AM to 6 PM, weather permitting.
One important restriction: the restaurant is reserved for hotel guests, Acqualina residents, and Beach Club members, rather than being open to the general public.
Dining tip: Costa Grill is a good choice for a relaxed lunch rather than an elaborate dinner. If you’re planning to spend the afternoon at the beach, check the menu in advance and remember that outdoor dining depends on the weather.
View the official Costa Grill menu
Breakfast at Acqualina: Buffet or À La Carte?
Breakfast at Acqualina can be enjoyed in an elegant dining area or outdoors overlooking the ocean. The resort offers both a buffet and an à la carte menu.
The published buffet price is $45 per adult and $25 per child over age five, with a selection that includes eggs, pancakes, waffles, pastries, fruit, smoked salmon, coffee, and juices.
If you prefer something smaller, ordering individually may be a better fit.
À La Carte Breakfast Prices
- Bagel with Cream Cheese – $9;
- Fresh Sliced Fruit Plate – $20
- Granola – $22;
- Blueberry Pancakes – $26;
- Avocado Toast – $28;
- Classic Eggs Benedict – $28;
- Cappuccino – $9
Breakfast is available daily from 7 AM to 11 AM.
Dining tip: Compare the buffet with à la carte options based on how much you usually eat. Also check whether your reservation includes breakfast before paying separately. The breakfast menu lists an automatic 18% gratuity.
View Acqualina’s breakfast menu
In-Room Dining: Restaurant-Style Food, Pajama-Level Comfort
One of the most convenient dining experiences at Acqualina is having a complete meal delivered directly to your room or suite.
During my stay, the presentation made the experience feel surprisingly close to eating at a restaurant. Food arrived on proper plates, accompanied by cutlery, napkins, and drinks arranged for dining.
The difference? You can enjoy a beautifully served Italian dinner while sitting comfortably in your bathrobe. No dress code, no elevator ride, and no need to pretend you’re ready to go out.
Where Does the Food Come From?
Acqualina offers two official in-room dining services:
Breakfast by Acqualina: Available daily from 7 AM to 11 AM.
All-Day Dining by Il Mulino New York: Available daily from 11 AM to 11 PM, featuring selections from the Italian restaurant.
To place an order, simply dial 6890 from your room.
If you’re craving pasta, salad, or an Italian-style dinner after a long day at the beach, this is a convenient alternative to dining out.
Dining tip: Check the in-room dining menu and ask about delivery charges, service fees, and gratuities before placing your order. Restaurant and in-room prices or selections may differ.
A Welcoming Touch in the Room
Another detail that caught my attention was the presentation of fresh fruit accompanied by a personalized welcome note.
These small touches make the room feel more welcoming and complement the hotel’s emphasis on personalized service.
They also show how presentation can turn something as simple as fruit into part of the overall luxury experience.
Explore Acqualina In-Room Dining
AQ Gelato & Coffee: A Smaller Treat Between Meals
Not every food stop needs to involve a full restaurant experience.
Located on the lobby level, AQ Gelato & Coffee offers specialty coffees, gelato, pastries, chocolate cookies, French macarons, and other refreshments.
The listed regular opening hours are 11 AM to 5:30 PM. Acqualina also advertises complimentary morning coffee on the lobby level from 7 AM to 9 AM.
Dining tip: If you only need coffee or a quick dessert, consider stopping here rather than booking a full restaurant meal. Confirm which complimentary morning options are available during your stay.
Elegant Beachfront Dinners: A Special Experience for $295 Per Person
One of the most exclusive dining experiences at Acqualina is its Elegant Beachfront Dinner.
Instead of sitting inside a traditional restaurant, guests can enjoy a specially arranged dinner by the Atlantic Ocean, with a beautifully prepared table and personalized service.
The experience is designed for occasions such as anniversaries, birthdays, romantic evenings, or family celebrations.
What’s Included?
Acqualina’s published beachfront menu features a multi-course experience with seafood, meat, and dessert selections.
Examples include fish ceviche and burrata to share, jumbo tiger shrimp or soup, followed by main-course choices such as beef tenderloin, rosemary-crusted chicken, or Alaskan black cod. Desserts include lava cake or panna cotta.
The advertised price is $295 per person, excluding beverages, tax, and gratuity.
The published beachfront menu specifies a 25% gratuity, meaning the base dinner for two would cost:
- Dinner for two: $590;
- 25% gratuity: $147.50;
- Total before taxes and beverages: $737.50.
This is clearly a special-occasion experience rather than an everyday dinner.
Acqualina lists beachfront dinners for Thursday through Saturday, subject to availability and advance reservations.
Dining tip: Contact the concierge at 305-918-6860 to confirm available dates, menu choices, dietary accommodations, and the complete price. The published menu also specifies a 48-hour advance preorder for certain extras, including oysters and lobster tails.
View the beachfront dinner menu
Picnic in Paradise: Another Way to Dine Outdoors
If you like the idea of a special outdoor meal but don’t need a formal beachfront dinner, Acqualina also offers Picnic in Paradise.
The experience includes a curated picnic basket with selections such as salads, tuna poke or Mediterranean appetizers, cheeses, fresh fruit, and desserts.
The dedicated resort page lists:
- $95 per person for the classic experience.
- $150 per person for the option including a bottle of wine or Champagne.
A minimum of two guests is required, and taxes and gratuities are additional. The experience is available to hotel guests and Acqualina residents.
Dining tip: Confirm the current package price when booking, since different Acqualina pages show different prices for the beverage-inclusive option. Ask the concierge where the picnic will be set up and what happens if the weather changes.
Hidden Dining Costs: What to Check Before Ordering
At a luxury resort, the menu price is not always the final amount you’ll pay.
Depending on the restaurant or dining experience, additional costs may include sales tax, automatic gratuities, service charges, beverages, and special requests.
These charges are not necessarily the same everywhere. For example, the published breakfast menu specifies 18% automatic gratuity, Ke-uH lists 20%, and the beachfront dinner menu specifies 25%.
For premium seafood, market pricing can also significantly affect the final bill.
How to Save Money on Dining at Acqualina
Luxury dining doesn’t necessarily mean choosing the most expensive option every time.
Start by checking restaurant lunch specials and prix-fixe menus. Il Mulino’s $49 three-course lunch is one example of a structured meal that may be more economical than ordering several individual dishes.
At breakfast, compare the buffet price with à la carte items. At Costa Grill, pizzas, sandwiches, and salads provide alternatives to higher-priced seafood entrées.
For drinks and lighter bites, check Happy Hour and the AQ Gelato & Coffee Bar.
Acqualina restaurants have also participated in Miami Spice, a seasonal Miami-area restaurant program offering fixed-price meals. These offers are generally associated with August and September, so check current availability rather than assuming they apply throughout the year.
Finally, remember that dining in your suite is about convenience, not necessarily saving money. It can be a wonderful experience, but it’s worth checking the full delivery price.
Is Dining at Acqualina Resort Worth the Price?
Acqualina offers a broad range of dining experiences, from casual beachfront lunches to premium seafood, Japanese fusion, Italian classics, and private dinners by the ocean.
From my experience, Il Mulino and in-room dining illustrated two very different sides of the resort. One offered an elegant restaurant atmosphere, thoughtfully presented dishes, and memorable personal touches. The other allowed me to enjoy a similarly polished meal in complete privacy.
Would I recommend dining at Acqualina? Yes, especially if you choose the experience that matches your plans and budget. A three-course Italian lunch, a relaxed beachfront meal, and a $295 private dinner serve very different purposes.
The best approach is to compare menus before your visit, reserve special experiences in advance, and leave room for one memorable meal that feels worth the occasion.
Prices and operating hours were checked against published restaurant information in October 2026. Menus, offers, availability, taxes, and service charges are subject to change.
