When it comes to fine dining, three restaurants in Florida hit the mark with tourists, according to a travel platform's ranking based on diner reviews.
Tripadvisor's Travelers' Choice Awards represent the "best of the best" in several categories.
"When you're looking for the crème-de-la-crème, these are the places worth getting on the waitlist for. Think: white tablecloths, best-in-class chefs, and unforgettable bites, the site said.
Only 19 restaurants made the cut in the fine dining category.
In Florida, tourists raved about:
Location: Miami Beach, Florida
Rating: 4.5 (2,631 reviews)
Cuisine: Chinese, Szechuan, Shanghai
Tripadvisor description: Hakkasan Miami offers a sleek space with a modern design and a lively, upscale atmosphere. The profile highlights knowledgeable staff and specifically recommends the restaurant's signature Peking duck.
Location: Destin, Florida
Rating: 4.6 (1,668 reviews)
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Tripadvisor description: Beach Walk at Henderson Park Inn offers an intimate atmosphere with views of the Gulf of Mexico. The profile highlights an array of fresh and innovative dishes, including tuna, shrimp, scallops and filet.
Location: Clearwater, Florida
Rating: 4.6 (1,177 reviews)
Cuisine: American, Steakhouse, Seafood
Tripadvisor description: Caretta on the Gulf pairs sunset ocean views with seasonal seafood and surf-and-turf dishes. The profile also highlights the restaurant's organic wine list.
Tripadvisor said the "best of the best" title celebrates the highest level of excellence in travel. It's awarded to those who receive a high volume of above-and-beyond reviews and opinions from Tripadvisor users over a 12-month period.
Out of the site's 8 million listings, fewer than 1 percent achieve this milestone.
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