---
title: "Rusty Pelican — Where to Eat — South Florida Living"
description: "Stunning waterfront views of the Miami skyline with upscale seafood and craft cocktails."
lang: en
json-ld:
---

[![South Florida Living](/assets/logo-DXiwcPqw.png)South Florida  Living ](/)

[WHAT TO DO](/what-to-do)[WHERE TO EAT](/where-to-eat)[WHERE TO STAY](/where-to-stay)

[Get Listed](/get-listed)

![Rusty Pelican](/images/restaurants/rusty-pelican.png)

[Back to Where to Eat](/where-to-eat)

Waterfront ★ Featured 

# Rusty Pelican

Stunning waterfront views of the Miami skyline with upscale seafood and craft cocktails.

Key Biscayne, Miami-Dade County $$$ 

Key Biscayne 

Miami-Dade County 

Waterfront 

$$$ 

[(305) 361-3818](<tel:\(305\) 361-3818>)

The Rusty Pelican on Key Biscayne offers one of Miami's most iconic dining experiences, renowned for its unparalleled views of the vibrant Miami skyline and sparkling Biscayne Bay. This elegant establishment provides a sophisticated backdrop for upscale seafood dining.

### Insider Tip

For the most stunning views, aim to secure a reservation around sunset. The panoramic vista of the Miami skyline as the lights come on is simply breathtaking.

## The Full Story

Specializing in contemporary American cuisine with a strong emphasis on fresh, high-quality seafood, the menu is both refined and diverse. Dishes are artfully presented and bursting with flavor, from exquisite raw bar selections to perfectly executed grilled fish.

Complementing the exceptional food is an equally impressive wine list and a creative cocktail program, perfect for sipping while watching the sunset paint the sky over the city.

### Plan Your Visit

Key Biscayne, Miami-Dade County 

[therustypelican.com](https://www.therustypelican.com)

[(305) 361-3818](<tel:\(305\) 361-3818>)

Price Range: **$$$** 

[Visit Website](https://www.therustypelican.com) [Get Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/Rusty%20Pelican%20Miami) [Call Now](<tel:\(305\) 361-3818>) Share This Pick

![South Florida Living](/assets/logo-DXiwcPqw.png)South Florida Living 

Explore [What to Do](/what-to-do)[Where to Eat](/where-to-eat)[Where to Stay](/where-to-stay)[Get Listed](/get-listed)

Counties Palm Beach Broward Miami-Dade 

Connect [Instagram](#)[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/SouthFlLiving/)[TikTok](#)

© 2026 South Florida Living

Engineered by [Eary Digital](https://earydigital.com)

Architecture · Design · Marketing