Magnum
Miami, FL 33138
Phone: (305) 757-3368
Fax: 33138
- Price:
- $$$
- Hours:
- Tue-Sun 6pm-11pm, bar stays open until 2am
Editorial Review for Magnum – by Citysearch Editors
In Short
Magnum is a squat, stocky little building on a no-man's-land patch of real estate a block off heavily trafficked Biscayne Boulevard. Inside, it's dark and dusky, with red-painted walls, dark wood wainscoting and a talented pianist belting out show tunes. The cuisine is that amalgam of French, Italian and American, and the shrimp cocktail is a fine version of a much-abused classic.
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasThe small wine list draws adequate vintages from several countries, most around $35. A very pleasant quaff was the 1999 Alexander Valley merlot ($36), typically soft and accessible but with surprisingly intense earthy-spicy notes.
User Reviews for Magnum
08/31/2008 Posted by ArturoSundayDiner
I have been a frequent diner at this restaurant for several years, but tonight I experienced demeaning racial discrimination at this restaurant. Phoned in advance for a reservation which was confirmed more than 1 hour in advance. Upon arrival was offerred a round table I prefer, the only one which can accomodate a group of this size, then sat at bar to await rest of my party (3 of 5 still to come), all gay African-American men. Another group of 5 non-gay white middle aged customers then arrived and was seated at our table - the one we were offered. We were then offered inferior seating at a table suitable for only 4 - and "an explanation" by the owner. Which I of course refused. I am a man of PRINCIPLE thank you. As were the rest of my party. Figure this out for yourselves. Restaurant clearly gives preference to the owner's prefered friends and family....casthing others aside. Highly embarassing event having been a frequent customer of this one gay-friendly and open-minded restaurant...or so I thought. Will never see me again. I do not tolerate blatant discrimination such as this, and neither should anyone else from our community. Arturo Sunday Diner
10/14/2007 Posted by citizen_earth
This place is a perfect example of what most other restaurants would like to be. Our evening started with the best apple martini I have ever had served by a very attentive barman (easy on the eyes too). The food is absolutley superb and the service great. The owner Geoffrey is a true gent, visiting each table offering complimentry port for each guest after thier meal. It seemed that most of the patrons were so devoted to the place that they were all on first name terms with each other. No need to worry though as we were made to feel totaly a part of this wonderful experience. It is a bit of a taxi ride from the teen ridden South Beach but well worth ,it as it is the complete evening with no need to visit anywhere else. I wish I lived in Miami now instead of London.
Pros: Too many to mention
Cons: If i had to list one it would be that there could be more Bathroom facilities.(although I am really grasping at straws to say that)
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
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