The Miami Heat are off to a blistering start even after “thou who shall not be named” deserted us. While the Heat may not have vastly improved their roster, the food at the American Airlines Arena has gone through a serious upgrade. This season’s offerings reflect an unparalleled variety of culinary choices in both concessions and premium areas, featuring a further expansion of our successful Chef Partner program, regional twists on fan favorites, and the vision of our new Executive Chef, Rufino Rengifo. Whether you are a floor seat holder or up in the nosebleeds, there is tasty food for all.

Fan favorites such as the Prime Burger, creatively topped hot dogs and fresh hand-breaded crispy chicken fingers to dishes that satisfy more sophisticated palettes like Pinchos served over Saffron Rice, grilled sausages and Brisket Cheese Steak from Pride and Joy are just a few of this season’s new options

CONCESSIONS DINING

New Dishes

• Southern Style Chicken and Waffles: Hand-battered chicken tenders fried to a golden brown served with a fresh-made waffle, Nueske’s Bacon Maple Syrup and Siracha-Ranch slaw.
  • Section 108 and 309
• Fiery Fresh Chicken Tender Sandwich: Hand-battered chicken tenders fried to a golden brown and tossed in hot sauce, served with bleu cheese dressing
  • Section 108 and 309
• Buttermilk Chicken Tender: Marinated 24-hours in buttermilk then hand-battered, fried and served with waffle fries and dipping sauce
  • Section 108, 309 and 325 (Biscayne Tavern)
• Grilled Sausages: Sweet and Spicy Italian pork sausage seasoned with fennel and anise, served on a warm artisan hoagie roll and topped with grill onions, Polish Kielbasa smoked sausage will be served on a warm artisan hoagie roll available to be topped with traditional condiments, Brazilian Chorizo Sausage blended with the perfect amount of seasoning and served on a warm artisan hoagie and German Bratwurst Sausage flavored with beer and served on a warm artisan hoagie roll
  •  All available in Section 415

 Flavor Zones and Supercarts

• Taste of Asia Cart features three large carts built into one destination for the best local partner foods available. In collaboration with Local Chef Partners, fans can experience authentic Asian fare with Miami flare. Enjoy fresh sashimi, the new Bacon Fried Rice, Peking Duck Salad and Pork Belly Buns
• Fit Food Super Cart is a great way to satisfy fans who want to keep it healthy and tasty. Enjoy a build your own salad, fresh fruits and gluten free options
• The Latin Flavor Cart is where all fans can go to get a true taste of Miami….AmericanAirlines Arena style! Enjoy fresh-made arepas, Pinchos and the new Cuban sandwich.

 

Must See New Dining Destinations

• Chicken Ciao: Brand new concept in our concessions offering Fresh Buttermilk Chicken Tenders and the new signature menu item of 2014, the Fiery Fresh Chicken Tender sandwich
  • Section 108 and 309
• Blue Moon Bar: The only restaurant with sit down capabilities on the upper level. Enjoy our Miami Mofongo, smashed plantain served with Jicama Slaw and the option of Beef, Mojo Chicken or Mojo Pork. Another fan favorite is Big Three Champ sliders with Mango Slaw and house made chips with pulled beef, chicken and Pork.
  • Section 319

Fan Favorites

• Prime Burger Miami Grill: The arena has expanded the Prime Cheddar Steakhouse Burger to sections 308 and 324, in addition to existing locations in sections 105 and 117

• Buttermilk Chicken Tenders: Marinated 24-hours in buttermilk then hand-battered, fried and served with waffle fries and dipping sauce in section 108, 309 and 325 (Biscayne Tavern)

• Popcorn Schedule Bucket: Great value – fresh popped popcorn in a collectors’ bucket complete with the HEAT’s game-day schedule for the season

 

 

PREMIUM DINING

Flagship Lounge Luxury

The Flagship Lounges continue to set the standard for exemplary dining and service in sports and entertainment facilities. As the most luxurious and exclusive experience at AmericanAirlines Arena, the Flagship Lounges have become known as the home of exceptional service, craft cocktails and renowned, award winning-chef partners. Each game and event, Flagship members can enjoy the Chef’s Annex, featuring menu creations presented by the most exclusive chefs in Miami, using the freshest local and seasonal products available.

“Celebrity Chef Partner Nights”: The top Chef’s and best restaurants in Miami will provide specialties from their restaurant on select nights.  This year the culinary line-up includes: Dina Marino (MC Kitchen), Ralph Pagano (Naked Taco), Sonny Oh (Juvia), Jamie De Rosa (Tongue and Cheek), and more

Signature A La Carte Dishes:

• Dry Aged Steak: A new Flagship Lounge exclusive, cooked to perfection under the watchful eye of new in-house “Celebrity Chef”, Executive Chef Rufino Rengifo
• Kobe Beef Burger: Another creation from Chef Rengifo, Flagship Lounge guests will be delighted with the flavors in each tender bite, served with Truffle Steak Fries
• Tuna Poke Tacos: A Flagship favorite, reimagined for this season to be better than ever
• Grilled Steak Wedge: Grilled, marinated skirt steak over an iceberg wedge, topped with bleu cheese, sliced red onions, juicy tomatoes, and crispy pork belly lardons
• Kale and Brussels Sprouts Salad: Heirloom Tomatoes, sherry vinaigrette and Parmigiano-Reggiano

Local Partners

Levy Restaurants, AmericanAirlines Arena’s premiere food and beverage provider, has partnered with local artisans and vendors to offer the freshest ingredients to fans and support businesses in the Miami market. This season’s partners include:

• Sushi Maki: In sections 123 and 326 serving fresh sushi and lo mein noodles made to order
• Gaby’s Farm Ice Cream: Featured in premium areas, the local producer grows its own produce to create the freshest, most flavorful ice creams and sorbets
• SuViche: Premium areas will be delighted by the new sushi partner, serving creative rolls, ceviches and more
• Locally and nationally known, Award-Winning Chef Partners, including Dena Marino (MC Kitchen), Ralph Pagano (Naked Taco), Sonny Oh (Juvia), Jamie De Rosa (Tongue and Cheek), and more