The Deck at Island Gardens closes after 15 years

The Deck at Island Gardens, a signature rooftop venue on Brickell's waterfront, has closed permanently after operating for 15 years, according to reporting from Local 10 News. The restaurant and lounge, located at 888 MacArthur Causeway, offered Mediterranean cuisine and premium bottle service from its elevated perch overlooking the water. Operators cited rising operational costs amid post-pandemic recovery challenges as the reason for the closure. The venue had recently reopened in 2024 with a new chef and menu following pandemic disruptions, according to reports from that time. The Deck had operated Thursday through Sunday with valet parking available at $25 per vehicle. The closure removes a significant dining and entertainment option from Brickell's waterfront corridor, where restaurants and lounges compete in an increasingly challenging economic environment. The property at 888 MacArthur Causeway remains available, though no announcement has been made regarding future tenants or use of the space. Brickell's hospitality sector has faced pressure from elevated costs and changing consumer spending patterns in the two years following the pandemic recovery phase.