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Garcia's Seafood Grille & Fish Market

A classic Miami River dockside seafood spot with an on-site fish market and a true “boat-to-table” vibe. Cruise in for fresh fish, river views, and Old Miami energy.

Garcia’s Seafood Grille & Fish Market is one of Miami’s most iconic waterfront seafood stops—set directly on the Miami River with outdoor seating and nonstop boat traffic sliding by. It’s casual, local, and built around fresh seafood that’s central to Garcia’s “from our boats to your table” identity.

What makes Garcia’s especially boater-friendly is the dock-and-dine potential: arrive by water, tie up when space allows, and step straight into a classic fish-house experience. And because there’s a working fish market on-site, you can also grab seafood to take back onboard for later.

If you’re running the Miami River, plan ahead: currents, bridges, and limited dock space can affect timing. Call the restaurant the same day—especially on weekends—to confirm the best approach and where to tie up.

Miami River
Waterfront setting
Dock-and-dine
Boat-up access (space-dependent)
Since 1966
Garcia family roots (commonly cited)
Fish market on-site
Grab seafood to-go for the boat

Restaurant Location

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Address

398 NW North River Dr, Miami, FL 33128

Parking

Boat-up/dock-and-dine is commonly referenced on the Miami River; tie-up availability varies—call ahead for instructions and space.

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The Experience

Garcia’s is a family-owned Miami institution tied to the Garcia family’s Cuban-exile entrepreneurial story, with roots commonly traced to the mid-1960s (often cited as 1966). Today it remains a beloved “Old Miami” fish-house: unpretentious, consistently busy, and centered on fresh seafood served right on the working Miami River. The on-site market is a major bonus for boaters—dine dockside, then stock the cooler for a sunset cruise.

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Pro Tip for Miami River Dock-and-Dine

Call Garcia’s before you depart to confirm tie-up instructions and timing—dock space can be limited and river conditions/traffic can change quickly.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes—Garcia’s is commonly referenced as a Miami River dock-and-dine spot. Tie-up availability can be limited, so call the restaurant the same day to confirm where to dock and whether space is available.

Dock-and-dine access is widely mentioned, but formal dockage reservation details aren’t clearly published. The best approach is to call ahead (especially weekends) to confirm docking instructions and any time limits.

Commonly listed hours are Sun–Thu 11:00 AM–9:00 PM and Fri–Sat 11:00 AM–10:00 PM. Verify hours for holidays and special events before you go.

It’s both. You can dine at the waterfront grille and also shop the on-site fish market—handy if you want to take fresh seafood back to your boat.

Earlier lunch hours and off-peak times tend to be easier for docking. Weekends and sunset windows are popular, so plan extra time and call ahead before running the river.

From the Miami River you can cruise toward Downtown Miami/Brickell, continue out toward Biscayne Bay for a scenic ride, or head toward Miami Beach/Star Island and the Key Biscayne/Virginia Key area. Always confirm bridge clearances, currents, and local restrictions on your route.

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