Premier retirement senior living in Aventura, Florida is an excellent choice for many reasons, not the least of which is the amazing dining options to explore. Beginning right at home at The International at Aventura, residents savor innovative, contemporary cuisine crafted with prime, seasonal ingredients by our classically trained chef. Each meal is a showcase of culinary excellence, served in an elegant dining atmosphere that elevates every occasion. Complemented by a curated wine list, artisan desserts, and specialty beverages like gourmet coffee and handcrafted cocktails, each meal is a thoughtfully designed experience. At The International, dining goes beyond food—it creates memorable moments that enrich the senior living lifestyle.

Nearby dining options

The freedom of retirement senior living means experiencing all the area has to offer including outstanding fine dining options. Close to home in Aventura is Bourbon Steak Miami, where James Beard award-winning chef Micheal Mina tends to every detail in the upscale atmosphere and the menu spans beef, poultry, fish and seafood, and vegetarian dishes as well as wine and cocktails.

For a sumptuous Northern Italian feast don’t miss Casa D’Angelo, also located in Aventura, where nationally acclaimed chef Angelo Elia offers authentic cuisine for an elevated dining experience from antipasti to salad to entrée to dessert. The restaurant features an excellent wine selection, earning it the Wine Spectator and Gambero Rosso Awards each year since 1998.

In Miami’s South of Fifth neighborhood, patrons of the Stubborn Seed in Miami relish the innovation and diversity of Top Chef champion Jeremy Ford’s American cuisine and craft cocktails that have earned the restaurant Michelin Guide rankings since 2022.

Seafood lovers also have excellent options including Seaspice Brasserie & Lounge, situated on the Miami River with breathtaking views of the city. Seaspice embraces elevated “gastro-classic dining” that includes diverse entree choices as well as handcrafted cocktails and wine in a quietly sophisticated atmosphere.

For a more casual meal or gathering, seniors enjoying retirement senior living will love Perl by Chef IP in North Miami Beach for an upscale casual dining experience featuring a combination of influences from Mediterranean and Japanese cuisine.

Start a “burger night” tradition at Burgermeister in Miami, home to 87 unique and legendary burgers as well as 124 different kinds of mouthwatering fries and the 45 beer choices to go along. For south of the border experience, dig into excellent authentic Mexican fare at Azteca South Beach including breakfast, lunch, or dinner as well as music that sets a festive mood. Take in a game with friends in retirement senior living at Duffy’s Sports Grill in North Miami Beach featuring award-winning burgers and wings, and a full menu of familiar American favorites.

For a freshly ground cup of java and a salad, sandwich, pizza, or wrap stop by Alaska Coffee Roasting in Miami, or savor the personally crafted teas and desserts at Sweet & Salt Tea Bar in North Miami Beach. For something a little stronger sample the local vintages at The English-Brown Winery an acclaimed family-run micro-winery in Hollywood offering a boutique wine bar and private and semi-private tasting sessions, or visit Epoca Brewing for handcrafted beers in an authentic Belgian Taproom that embraces the cultural and generational diversity of the North Miami area.

Fresh and local farmers markets

When only the freshest will do, go right to the source at one of the many farmers markets near retirement senior living in Aventura, Florida. Closest to home is The Aventura Market at Aventura Mall featuring something for everyone from exotic fruits and fresh produce to handmade goods to home décor and more all weekend long.

Part of the Miami-Dade local food movement the Urban Oasis Project supports the Legion Park Farmers Market in Miami on Saturdays and Vizcaya Village Farmers Market on Sundays, open year-round from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. with fresh fruits and vegetables and a monthly Vizcaya Night Market with local artisans and hot foods on the second Thursday, October through December.

Also in Miami is the Coconut Grove Saturday Organic Farmers Market featuring tents overflowing with local and exotic fruits, vegetables, grains, seeds, and specialties like raw food pizzas, fresh pesto, handmade desserts (including ice cream!), and culinary arts classes. All of the farmers markets in the Aventura area offer wonderful products for health-conscious seniors in retirement.

The International Aventura has set the highest bar for retirement senior living. Download our brochure to learn more about our beautiful new community and schedule a tour.