Tambourine Room by Tristan Brandt

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Tambourine Room by Tristan Brandt – Modern French & Asian Fine Dining in Miami

An Intimate Stage for Bold Flavors

At the Tambourine Room by Tristan Brandt, the dining experience unfolds in a 12-seat room where natural textures and soft lighting whisper Art Deco glamour. Inside Carillon Miami Wellness Resort, this intimate space becomes a stage for a tasting menu that marries modern French fine dining with refined Asian influences. Each course is presented by its chef, turning the meal into a narrative of technique and emotion.

A Venue Reinvented

The room first opened in 1958 as a cocktail lounge and jazz haven. Nearly sixty-five years later, Chef Tristan Brandt and his team reimagined the space. Brandt, formerly the youngest two-star chef in Germany, made his U.S. debut here in December 2022. His cooking draws deeply on experience in Michelin-starred kitchens across Europe and Asia, resulting in a cuisine that blends global techniques with local Florida ingredients.

The New Season

With the arrival of Chef de Cuisine Logan McNeil, the restaurant unveils a 7-course tasting menu. The opulence of French culinary heritage meets umami-rich Asian flavors in a rhythm that builds from course to course. Dishes highlight homegrown Florida produce—from the vibrance of oranges to the sweetness of persimmons and the warmth of chestnut mushrooms. Each plate tells a story, with chefs adding final touches tableside.

Philosophy and Recognition

The kitchen’s philosophy centers on geographic emphasis, honoring the land and sea through regenerative sourcing and composting every unused element. This commitment, paired with the restaurant’s creative cooking, earned it a Michelin star in 2026. The Tambourine Room also offers private dining experiences and an exclusive Macallan whisky cart for those seeking a deeper culinary journey.