Miami Rice

Miami Rice is a Malaysian and Chinese restaurant in Miami, on the Gold Coast, bringing together spice-rich Malaysian cooking and familiar Chinese dishes. The restaurant was established in 2005 and describes its approach as a combination of traditional techniques, locally sourced ingredients and recipes shaped by both culinary heritage and contemporary methods. Its menu spans entrées, soups, seafood, beef, chicken, lamb, pork, duck, vegetarian dishes, noodles, rice, desserts, gluten-free options and drinks, giving diners plenty of choice across the two cuisines.

The chef’s recommendations include Rendang Beef, described as slow-cooked beef in a rich coconut rendang, and Spicy Malaysian Butter Chicken, made with butter sauce and home-grown curry leaves. Other highlighted choices include Creamy Garlic Butter Sizzling Prawns with Onions and Crispy Skin Roast Chicken in the Cantonese style. The broader menu also features dishes such as Peking Duck served over two courses, Malaysian Chilli Prawns with seasonal vegetables, Kari Chicken and Authentic Style Sweet & Sour Pork. These options make Miami Rice suitable for diners looking to explore Malaysian flavours, as well as those who prefer classic Chinese-style dishes.

The venue has an elegant dining space with a general dining room and outdoor seating. Its website also features images of a Chinese New Year lion dance, adding a sense of connection to the cultural traditions behind the food. Dining options include eating in, takeaway and hosting a special celebration, while the range of shared-style dishes and banquet offerings could work well for groups. Solo diners and couples can also choose from the broad à la carte menu rather than committing to a large meal.

The restaurant’s story centres on a team with experience in Malaysian and Chinese kitchens, with Miami Rice presenting its food as a celebration of both traditions. The venue says its recipes have been refined over generations and that its chefs focus on balance, quality ingredients and respect for culinary heritage. For Gold Coast locals and visitors staying near Miami, it offers a dedicated setting for Malaysian and Chinese dining, whether the occasion is a casual meal, a group gathering or a celebration.