Miami River · Dock & dine
Kiki on the River by Yacht
Lunch on the Miami River, arriving the way the regulars do: by boat, straight to the dock.
Kiki on the River is one of the best-known waterfront restaurants in Miami, a white-tablecloth spot on the Miami River with a Greek island feel. Its Sunday afternoons have a reputation of their own, with a long, social lunch that often turns into a party, and many of the guests arrive by boat.
When you book a yacht for a Kiki lunch, your advisor contacts the restaurant to request dock space and a table for your group on your date. Dockage on the river is limited and depends on the size of the yacht, so we confirm both before you book and suggest the right yacht for the plan.
Most groups pair lunch with time on the water. A morning at the sandbar, then a cruise up the river for a late lunch, fits comfortably into a six-hour charter. Or start at the restaurant instead and spend the afternoon on Biscayne Bay, past Star Island and the downtown skyline.
How a Kiki day works
We request the dock
Your advisor asks the restaurant for dock space for your yacht and confirms it for your date before you pay a deposit.
Your table, arranged
We request a table for your whole group at the time you plan to arrive, so you step off the yacht and sit down.
The Sunday scene
Sundays are the most famous and most in demand. Book early for a weekend date, especially for larger groups.
The right size of yacht
The river has limited room, so yachts from 60 to around 90 feet are usually the easiest fit. We confirm what the dock can take.
Sandbar before or after
Combine lunch with Nixon or Haulover sandbar, or a slow cruise of Biscayne Bay, to make a full afternoon of it.
A sample 6-hour Sunday
11:00
Board at Miami Beach Marina and cruise out through Government Cut.
11:45
Anchor at Nixon sandbar for a swim and a drink on deck.
13:30
Cruise to the mouth of the Miami River and head upriver.
14:00
Dock at Kiki on the River for a long lunch ashore.
16:15
Back aboard for a slow cruise past the downtown skyline.
17:00
Return to the marina.
Yachts for a river lunch
Yachts from 60 to 92 feet that suit the Miami River, each with captain and crew. We confirm dock fit for your date.
60' Azimut
Supreme
Up to 13 guests · From $2,800 / 4 hours
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60' Azimut
Supreme II
Up to 13 guests · From $2,800 / 4 hours
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82' Pershing
Milagros
Up to 13 guests · From $5,200 / 4 hours
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92' Pershing
Pershing 92
Up to 13 guests · From $6,900 / 4 hours
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Frequently asked questions
Can you dock a yacht at Kiki on the River?
Kiki on the River has a dock on the Miami River and many guests arrive by boat. Space is limited and depends on the size of the yacht and the day. Before you book, we contact the restaurant to request dock space and your table, and confirm both for your date.
What is Sunday at Kiki on the River like?
Sunday is the day the restaurant is known for: a long, lively lunch with music and a crowd that often stays well into the afternoon. It is also the busiest day for dock space, so weekend plans need more notice. If you prefer a quieter meal, a weekday lunch is a good alternative.
How long should I book the yacht for a Kiki lunch?
Six hours is the most popular choice. It gives time for a sandbar or a bay cruise as well as a relaxed lunch, without rushing back. Four hours can work for lunch alone, especially from a marina close to the river. Your advisor can map the timing for your date.
Is lunch at Kiki included in the yacht price?
No. The charter rate covers the yacht, captain and crew. Your meal at the restaurant is paid to the restaurant directly. Any catering on board, drinks or decorations are separate and itemized in your quote before you book.
Which yachts can go up the Miami River?
Yachts in the 60 to 90 foot range are usually the easiest fit for the river and the restaurant dock. Larger yachts may be possible on some dates, subject to space. We check what the dock can take on your date and recommend yachts accordingly.
Plan more time on the water
Plan your Kiki lunch by yacht
Tell us your date, group size and preferred lunch time. We will request the dock and your table and send yacht options to match.
Altrove Yachts is a charter broker and arranges yachts from third-party operators. Availability, pickup marina and pricing are confirmed in writing with every quote.