By Jolie Tanner By Jolie Tanner | August 26, 2021 | Food & Drink Feature
HERE ARE THE BEST VEGAN RESTAURANTS IN MIAMI.
Plant Miami
Experience modern plant-based cuisine at Plant Miami. Not only does this spot specialize in certified vegan and kosher dishes, but also places an added emphasis on conscious cookery. With much of the produce sourced from a local resource known as Paradise Farms, only the most vibrant, pure and organic make it onto your plate. Executive Chef Horacio Rivadero and Pastry Chef Veronica Manolizi artistically formulate the menu based on seasonal and South Florida influences. These culinary masterminds make use of an expansive variety of super foods, medicinal herbs, ancient spices and 67 varieties of edible flowers to elevate the nutritious offerings. Be sure to try the truffle noodles or tartufada alongside one of the many biodynamic and organic alcoholic pairings. @plantmiami
Love Life Cafe
In the name of self-love, treat yourself to a mouthwatering meal at Wynwood’s Love Life Café.This flavorful joint offers clean eats made with the freshest of ingredients. Love Life Cafe went so far as to win the 2016 Seed Food & Wine Festival award for the Best Veggie Burger in America, which is no easy feat. However, don’t underestimate the rest of the plant powered offerings, like the zucchini pasta or picadillo bowl, because they’re just as delicious. @lovelife_cafe
PLANTA South Beach
Thanks to its delicious vegan fare, superb service and delightful dining environment, PLANTA has rightfully earned its status as a beloved local favorite. As animal proteins and products have no place on the PLANTA menu, enjoy ethically sourced and plant-based alternatives with an abundance of flavor. The forward-looking restaurant stands out with its sense of sustainability, community, environmental awareness and conscious sourcing. PLANTA South Beach exemplifies these ideals with its rooftop garden, which supplies many of the fruits and vegetables used in the sensational seasonal offerings. @planta
Thatch Miami
Located in the heart of Midtown, Thatch presents vegan cuisine made of energy-dense superfoods and local ingredients. Can’t decide whether you’re in the mood for a market, bar or restaurant? Thatch has it all. Indulge in one of the 17 carefully curated cocktails. From kung pao tofu to a crispy mushroom sandwich, enjoy Thatch’s intimate dining experience or order online for some delicious at home dishes. @thatchmiami
Organic Food Kings
Organic Food Kings, a family-owned operation, is proving that vegan-friendly comfort food is both possible and delicious. Stop by its plant-based food truck for some fresh bites that are made fresh daily. With organic offerings ranging from tacos to BBQ, the options are endless. Escape the Miami heat with a mango madness smoothie, made to enjoy in the covered outside seating area. For a more filling treat, try the fully loaded fries or buffalo fried chick’n. Who knew comfort food could feel this good? @organicfoodkings
The Plantisserie
The Plantisserie prepares delectable vegan dishes as nature provides it. This organic deli and market is truly an experience, offering plant-based food by the pound. All ingredients are free of pesticides, additives, hormones and preservatives. With a soil to store philosophy, you will not only find fresh food, but delicious and healthy snacks sourced from local artisans. @theplantisserie
Manna Life Food
Manna Life Food has been feeding the people of Miami since 2016 by offering the best and brightest vegan bites. Superfood arepas, smoothies and sweet bowls are just a few of the fan favorites found at this plant-based paradise. Whether indulging in a salad or sweet bowl, a mix of vibrant colors is sure to liven up your plate. This holistic and health-conscious community invites guests to eat freely, rest assured that everything being consumed is both consciously curated and hand-selected from fresh local farms. @mannalifefood
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