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    The Cocinita Miami

    4.6 (212 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Empanada, Kale Salad
    Najwa G.

    I was initially skeptical going to The Cocinita Miami as it's a vegan spot but it did get rave reviews & I wanted something (relatively) healthy so I stopped by for lunch. Truth be told, this place 110% lived up to its hype as it was some of the best casual food I've had, honestly. The owner was also incredibly sweet & seemed genuinely happy at whoever stopped by to try this place out. I ordered the empanada operada & kale salad- both were extremely tasty, yes, including the kale salad! The empanada was perfect- I don't know exactly what the dough was made out of but it was seriously perfect. The melted cheese, black beans, plantains...just perfection. The kale salad was also quite tasty & the caesar dressing & homemade sourdough croutons complimented it very well. All in all, whenever I'm back in Miami I'm quite certain I'd stop by here again...& again & again :).

    Nachos
    Ryan D.

    Cozy vegan spot. The nachos had a vibrant, refreshing creamy sauce. The cocinita bowl was a great taste of Cuban food: fresh and more flavorful than you'd expect, with perfectly fried plantains. The waiter was cheerful and friendly and added to the chill vibe of the place. I'm only in Miami briefly and I plan on coming back before we leave the city. Big recommend for traveling vegans.

    THE CHORICACHAPA
    Harmonie T.

    The Cocina Miami was recommended to us by a sushi chef from Bondi Sushi. When he found out I am vegan, he was excited to talk about one of his favorite vegan restaurants. I had my very first cachapa here at The Cocinita and it was delicious! It's not often that I get to see a vegan version of this Venezuelan cheesy corn cake. Even the Meateater Hubby, who had had the real thing, was impressed with this plant-based option. This Choricachapa was filled with pea protein "sausage" and topped with avocado and cocinta sauce. I was in heaven! https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/the-cocinita-miami-miami-3?select=MncJvoiDdHDPYAtwitUeEg We also ordered the Tofu Arepa which came with plantains and avocado. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/the-cocinita-miami-miami-3?select=vUT634jLqI1bKDVbGXPp6w To round out our meal, we had the Empanada Operada which is split open and filled with cheese and any other ingredients. We selected black beans and avocado. There was a tasty sauce in there too. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/the-cocinita-miami-miami-3?select=yJJR6q_3T5tsvLQz7LBC9w When we walked in, we ordered and paid at the tablet. Staff is nice. Dining area is small and casual. I love the garden vibe! There's vertical gardens growing various herbs, greens, and purple flowers. I plan to eat here during future visits to Miami.

    GOODY BURGER
    Dimpie S.

    This place is awesome! It has cute decor with swing inside! Limited seating but great place to grab a bite. They have kiosks to order and the service was decent. I'm taking off star because 1. the burgers are quite small and 2. they charge for ketchup on your burger However, I love that the food wasn't greasy and tasted great for vegan food. Would definitely return!

    Crystal M.

    Would love to come back!! Located in busy downtown Miami. No parking or parking garage @ $5/20 minutes. Eat in or take out delicious vegan food . Service is friendly. Ambiance is fun, vibrant, beach vibes good for small groups. I loved my vegan kefta & vegan tofu abuelita. Want to try the entire menu as it all looks so good.

    GUACA BURGER
    Heather R.

    We accidentally stumbled upon this restaurant when we discovered that another restaurant was closed near by, and we are so glad that we did! The inside is so adorable with a swing that's perfect for IG photos. The burrito and guacamole burger were both very good. I added a fried egg, which got really messy really quickly, so be aware of that. Otherwise, no issue!

    The soup
    Maria W.

    I ordered the falafel burger and special fries. The special fries were incredibly salty and savory. My friend liked them more than I did. The falafel burger was bland, but edible. I enjoyed my friend's food more than mines. The restaurant is the first I've been in where they allow dogs to walk freely. I didn't like it and felt gross. Parking is a challenge.

    The Choricachapa
    Lenny K.

    When I first came to Miami in 2024, it was the first time I really had Venezuelan food. I'm sure some exist in the greater Los Angeles area but because my coworkers are from there, I wanted to get an idea of what's true Venezuelan. It was around that time I was introduced to a cachapa, which is a simple dish of a corn package stuffed with melted cheese. It's such a simple yet delicious dish that is a classic comfort food in Venezuela. We had previously dined at a nearby sushi restaurant and the chef recommended, for vegan option, to go to Cocinita Miami. Upon entering, we ordered from a self serve kiosk and our order would be made. As we were looking through the menu for something more unique than a vegan burger or vegan burrito, I saw something that I never expected to see possibly made vegan: a capacha. I immediately ordered that as I knew it would be something that is very unique that my SO could probably not get easily in Los Angeles. I also decided to try their speciality version called the choricapacha, which was a capacha topped with all sorts of stuff. In this case, vegan sausage was stuffed inside as well and it was topped with avocado slices and chipotle mayo I think. I also ordered the tofu arepas and the empanada operada. The tofu scramble on the arepas was great, but the areapa itself was very crunchy and bland. I don't know if it was overcooked, but it took away from the overall dish and I just ended up eating the scramble. The empanada was probably, oddly, the biggest disappointment because it really just didn't stand out. I think my issue with it was that the outer shell was dry and the way it was stuffed, it didn't really have any moisture. It's not horrible, it was good, just I don't think I'd really call it an empanada. However, that choricapacha, was different. It was soft, full of flavor, delicious, and just a general delight to eat. The one advantage with that dish was because it had so many "fats" on it (between the cheese, mayo, and avocado), I used those to help eat the arepas and empanadas. The service was great and my SO was delighted with the choricapacha. It was a bit too heavy for me, but I would get it again for sure....maybe next time I ask for the mayo on the side. Even though 2 of my entrees weren't the greatest, that choricapacha tells me they know how to make a good vegan entree and I wouldn't mind trying other options next time I'm in town.

    Ahuacamolli
    Sasha S.

    What a great little place! In a city full of meat-centric cuisines, it was really exciting to eat at a plant-based joint. I had The Cocinita burger (I always like to go for the menu item named after the place i'm eating in, makes it immersive and inception-y) and fries, and also tried the guac & chips. Everything was stellar. I truly have no notes on the food. The patty was pea protein but tasted very similar to a real beef patty. The fries were hot and super crispy, the way fries should be imo. I had to knock a star due to the extensive wait we had once we were finished with our meals. Our server took a while to check on us after our food arrived, which is fine, but then it took another ~10 minutes for them to check on us again and I think it was pretty obvious we had finished eating. He asked if we needed anything else and we said no thinking we'd be offered the check, but he just said "ok" and smiled and walked away. We sat there for a little while longer before I eventually got up and had to ask if we could get our bills. I assume this person was a manager because I saw them sitting inside working on a laptop, which is where I had to go to get cashed out. Overall a good experience, but just an odd situation at the end.

    Ahuacamolli and French Fries
    Sarah S.

    This is a fun lunch spot and a great plant-based option in downtown Miami! It was a short walk from our hotel and had options we were both excited about so we decided to check it out. I was happy that they have a falafel burger on the menu, since a lot of vegan places these days only have meat-esque patties and don't do anything else. While they do have a pea protein patty that my wife said simulated the experience of a real burger well, I'm not a fan of fake meat so it was the falafel burger for me! I did ask for no pickles (one of my only major food icks) and I do believe the server put it in, but the burger came with pickles anyway. Luckily I noticed them before I bit in and was able to remove them, and the taste didn't linger much. Overall (other than the pickles), the burger was delicious. The weight of all that falafel was almost too much for the bun, so I'd recommend avoiding my mistake and flip the burger so that the big bun is on the bottom! The fries were probably the highlight for me. They were crispy and fresh, and served with two mystery dips that were both tasty. We also got the "ahuacamolli" but I was so full that we had to take most of it home. Definitely a good, substantial lunch option for a "meatless Monday" or any other day!

    Seabass
    Steve B.

    Great and exciting food with fresh seafood and ingredients. I feel like the prices were quite on the high side for the portions and dishes served. Cocktails were tasty and well balanced

    dee g.

    I'm not a vegan so not into these Menus but I found guacamole and lentil Soup, both delicious but I had to Add salt. The service is beyond amazing and the Friendliest In Brickell! So quaint and so healthy... I definitely recommend a burger!

    MR MITRANO soooo delicious had it 4 days in a row fries always hot and fresh too

    Offer one of the best vegan burgers I've ever had. I could eat at the Cocinita every day.

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    Some of the best vegan food I've had, period. The chocado nachos and portobello tacos in particular are to die for.

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    The Vegan Marie

    The Vegan Marie

    4.8(24 reviews)
    4.0 miBuena Vista

    I've lived in Miami all 23 years of my life... actually came in for the first time to have some…read morevegan food cause I always pass by this place in little Haiti Let me tell you, this is the best most underrated hidden jem for health conscious people.. I walked in and Marie was giving a consultation to some nice ladies.. they have a lot of natural blends in the apothecary to help with digestion, circulation etc.. I ended up buying some Shalajit, some shea body soap and some herbal medicine for my dad to help with his blood pressure because he had a heart attack a couple years ago Then the food that I had (I ordered the veggie ball plate) was phenomenal and it came with this really delicious salad.. I also god a passionfruit juice and it was blended with ginger and was honestly the best juice I've had in Miami period Marie's grandson Jordon was so helpful and nice and I thought Marie was his mom she looks so youthful! This place is really a nice hand the interior is really creatives and beautiful.. HIGHLY SUGGESTED literally worth going out of your way for it's that good

    The Vegan Marie is a all vegan Hatian restaurant in the Little Hati neighborhood of Miami. Very…read morefriendly owner who let me sample two different kinds of juice made in house. This family run restaurant has been around for four years as of March 2025. I love supporting all vegan restaurants whenever possible. This was my first time experiencing Hatian food. I went with the Spelt wrap that was tasty and served in ample portions. It came with a flavorful sauce. It came with a healthy and tasty kale salad. 5 stars for the food yet am deducting one star because when dining out I like to dine in and unfortunately there was limited seating with the only seating being outside the restaurant with two chairs encompassing a small table therefore took my meal back to my guesthouse to enjoy it there. Pro tip: Get your food to go and am sure you will enjoy this unique cuisine!

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    ATK Vegan Thai - Veggies Spring Roll

    ATK Vegan Thai

    3.6(8 reviews)
    1.8 miOmni

    Atk feels like the kind of place discovered by word of mouth softly lit, intimate, and humming with…read morethe quiet joy of people who know they've stumbled upon something special. The moment you step inside, the aroma of lemongrass, basil, and toasted chili wraps around you like a welcome embrace. This isn't vegan food that tries to imitate; it's vegan food that celebrates flavor in its purest form. The Green Curry is the restaurant at its best: aromatic, velvety, and layered with the slow-building heat that defines great Thai cooking. Each spoonful reveals a new note sweet coconut, sharp kaffir lime, a whisper of garlic and vegetables that still have life in them, never overcooked, each one chosen with intent. But it's the Crispy Tofu with Tamarind Sauce that steals the evening. Golden edged, cloud-soft inside, and dressed in a glaze that hits the perfect chord between sweet, tangy, and bright. It's the kind of dish that causes a moment of happy silence at the table, followed by the inevitable: "We're ordering another one." For families, the menu is forgiving and generous mild options for kids, bold ones for adventurous eaters, and portions that actually respect the appetite of hungry people. For couples, the atmosphere is a quiet kind of romantic, the sort of setting where conversations stretch naturally between bites. Service is where Atk Vegan Thai truly shines. The staff moves with a sincerity that's increasingly rare: attentive without hovering, thoughtful without pretense. There's a sense that they care about the food, about your experience, and about the reputation they've built dish by dish. In a city full of noise, Atk Vegan Thai stands out by speaking softly and cooking brilliantly. This is the type of restaurant that earns loyalty the old fashioned way: through heart, hospitality, and food that lingers in your memory long after you've left. Restaurants like this don't just want customers. They want a community. And they've created one worth coming back to.

    This is not a vegan place it's a lie it's a ghost kitchen on Uber Eats they have a chicken option…read moreas a vegan ordering from a restaurant called vegan Thai I assumed it was vegan chicken but it was real chicken so beware of this place they should be shut down

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    Flora - Brunch Burger

    Flora

    4.5(88 reviews)
    4.1 miLittle Haiti

    Outdoor tropical atmosphere on the patio of Flora. On a beautiful day, it was the place to be for…read morebrunch on an early Sunday afternoon. A creative healthy menu with lots of choice. From Smoothies and several coffee choices to great menu breakfast items that make it hard to choose from. One thing is for sure; all of the choices are healthy. I ordered the Salmon Benedict with a hearty portion of smoked salmon, poached eggs with a runny yoke. Served on homemade Brioche Toast with avocado, frizze salad with an oregano dressing and of course hollandaise sauce. It hit the spot and not too heavy. Me daughter and son in law had the Steak and Eggs, a protein booster with incredible medium cooked skirt steak and slightly crunchy smashed fingerling potatoes. Nice touch on those potatoes, we all shared. They also had the Peach Berry Parfait. So refreshing with fresh peaches, raspberries and strawberries in vanilla yogurt and berry compote. Granola added the crunch to this as well. The service was excellent and smooth. We really enjoyed each other's company today outside dining with great healthy choices and very reasonable prices. I do not want to forget to mention how great the coffee was. Had iced Mocha coffee and Americano ordered before the meal came. There is a paid parking lot right next to Flora. You would need to use the QR code to register your car and pay for timed parking. No hassles at all. I really look forward to coming back. When a beautiful day pops up, and I am hungry, Flora would be the first place to go for brunch.

    Flora is a great spot for brunch with a very authentic feel and a unique charcoal-inspired cuisine…read more The restaurant is beautiful, very clean, and has a nice modern boho-style atmosphere. We tried the steak and eggs. The flavor was really good and everything was well prepared, but I do think the dish is overpriced. The steak is actually skirt steak, but the price is closer to what you would expect to pay for a New York strip. For that price point, I was expecting a better cut of meat. The coffee was very good, and the service was fast and attentive. Overall, the food tastes great and the ambiance is definitely a highlight. A very good brunch spot, just a little overpriced for what you're getting.

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    On the run Vegan

    On the run Vegan

    4.8(59 reviews)
    2.4 miWynwood

    All I can say is WOW! On the Run has been (by far) the best vegan food truck we have been to and…read morearguably one of the best options when we are looking for plant-based options to dine out. In fact, we ordered so many things on the menu, and gobbled it down so fast that I never took any photos. Everything on the menu is a guilty pleasure (think vegan chicken sandwiches, burgers, quesadillas, and even chicken wings). The catch? You don't have to feel bad about it. We learned that every ingredient is the highest quality and they pride themselves to never cut any corners when developing new recipes. It's very clear in the quality of food and just honestly, how fresh everything tasted. Notably, the vegan jackfruit chicken wings are 100% the best I've had. Not only are they hard to come by at restaurants, but they are also extremely difficult to make at home. Believe me, I've tried! They were my favorite and I would be happy to pick up a dozen to watch the next game at home. I sure wish I did for Super Bowl this past weekend. The service was fast, easy, and very nice. We enjoyed talking with them and just the good vibes! They are located in a convenient parking lot in Kendall that you can pop in quick to pick up, or enjoy a casual date night like we did. We are really looking forward to coming back again soon.

    Amazing food, great little spot in Wynwood. Oh yeah, they have a spot in Wynwood. Food is fire,…read morejust like the food at the Kendall location.

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