If someone asks for an example of an iconic Florida restaurant, one of the first places that comes to mind will always be Joe’s Stone Crab in Miami Beach.
Joe's is the top buyer of Florida stone crab, and their influence on the market is undeniable. Joe's is a lot of things: an American landmark, one of the highest grossing restaurants in the country, and a must for anyone visiting Miami, from tourists to celebrities.
Not only was Joe's the first restaurant to discover the potential of the Florida stone crab, a delicacy that many compare to lobster, the restaurant's story is a real-life example of the American Dream come true. This iconic spot traces its roots back to a humble little lunch stand run by Hungarian-born Joe Weiss in 1913.
Now it's as famous for its long lines as it is for its food. That's because the incredibly popular restaurant doesn't take reservations. You won't skip the line by introducing the Maitre D' to your friend Benjamin, either. Joe's believes everyone who doesn't mind waiting deserves access to one of their life-changing meals.
That's also why they've continued to set the price of their fried chicken, for example, at $6.95, a price that's hard to match at KFC, much less a typical restaurant of this caliber. That's what's so great about Joe's, as well as what's made it so successful. Joe's has great food and business sense, of course, but also a whole lot of heart. To this day it remains family owned and operated.
The cost of stone crab, on the other hand, varies year to year, and it's always set at market price. Most of us couldn't afford to eat it every day, but it's perfect for a special treat. Don't forget a slice of some of the world's best Key lime pie for dessert, too. It'll be a meal you'll never forget.
First-timers might appreciate this video on how to eat the famous stone crab at Joe’s:
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