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Zitz Sum

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8.1Friend Score / 10

Chef Pablo Zitzmann's tiny Coral Gables counter turns dim sum into an art form: order the lobster-and-shrimp har gow and the pork-belly potstickers with green-apple amazu, both essentials. It's a Michelin Bib Gourmand for a reason. The honest caveat: it's small (30 seats), dinner-only Tuesday-Saturday, and prime-time reservations vanish fast, so book weeks ahead or gamble on a walk-in seat.

“...wild, unpredictable excitement within a Miami dining landscape that can feel allergic to risk and aggressively predictable... When it's at its best, there's no one better.”
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Key facts

Hours
Tuesday: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Thursday: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Monday: Closed
Price$$$
Nearest transitDouglas Road Metrorail station is about a mile east; on-street and garage parking is easiest around Alhambra Circle in downtown Coral Gables.
Time neededAbout 90 minutes to 2 hours for dinner; longer if you commit to the seven-course tasting.
Best time to goThe 5 p.m. or late 9 p.m. slots are your best shot at a table or a walk-in seat; weeknights are calmer than Friday and Saturday.
Last verifiedJuly 13, 2026

Friend Score

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Frequently asked questions

What are the must-order dishes?
The signatures are the lobster-and-shrimp har gow and the pork-belly potstickers with a bright green-apple amazu sauce. The a la carte menu changes seasonally, so trust the staff on specials. If you want the full ride, ask about the weekly-changing seven-course tasting menu.
Do I need a reservation, or can I walk in?
Reservations are strongly recommended and go quickly, especially for weekends, so book ahead through OpenTable or the Michelin Guide site. That said, Zitz Sum keeps walk-in space for the bar and the lounge tables in the courtyard. Show up at 5 p.m. or around 9 p.m. for the best odds.
What kind of food is it, exactly?
Call it modern, personal dim sum. Colombian-born chef Pablo Zitzmann filters Chinese dumpling technique through Japanese and Italian ingredients and his own autobiographical style. It started as a wildly popular dumpling pop-up before landing this permanent Coral Gables home.
Is Zitz Sum actually a Michelin restaurant?
Yes. It has earned the Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand every year from 2022 through 2026, which recognizes great food at good value. It was also a 2022 James Beard Foundation semifinalist for Best New Restaurant and made the New York Times list of the 50 best restaurants in America that year.
When is it open?
Dinner only, Tuesday through Saturday, starting at 5 p.m. It's closed Sunday and Monday. Because service is dinner-focused and the room is small, plan around that window rather than expecting lunch or late-night options.
What's the space and dress code like?
It's intimate, roughly 30 seats inside a historic Coral Gables building, with soft lighting, good music, and a narrow outdoor courtyard for extra seating. The vibe is warm and unpretentious, and the dress code is casual, jeans are perfectly fine.
How much does dinner cost?
You can go a la carte and keep it moderate, or opt for the seven-course tasting menu, which runs around $125 per person with an optional wine pairing supplement of about $60. Ordering a spread of dumplings and a few plates lands most tables in the mid-range splurge territory.
Is it good for groups or kids?
It works best for couples or small groups of two to four given the compact room. Large parties are tough to seat, so call ahead. It's a refined but relaxed spot, fine for well-behaved older kids, though the pacing and price suit a grown-up dinner out more than a family rush.

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