Although the Michelin Guide is known for awarding restaurants with the most prestigious recognition — a Michelin Star — it also delivers other distinctions like the Bib Gourmand, which goes towards excellent food at more pocket-friendly prices, or recommendations of establishments that have what it takes.
If you’re on the lookout for the next best place to eat (at reasonable prices), treat yourself to the least expensive restaurants in Miami recommended by the coveted Michelin Guide:
1. Zak The Baker (Bib Gourmand)
✍️ The Guide says: “This kosher bakery and café is located in hip Wynwood and welcomes diners with a color-splashed façade. Its breakfast and lunch hours are supplemented by an evening falafel service, so come and be ready to stay.”
🍽️ Recommended dishes: The “BLT” and dark chocolate cookie.
📍 Location: 295 NW 26th St, Miami, FL 33127
2. La Camaronera
✍️ The Guide says: “It’s certainly easy to drive by this strip mall and miss the understated seafood market housed within, but what a pity that would be, as it has been a city mainstay since day one.”
🍽️ Recommended dishes: The fried snapper sandwich and ceviche.
📍 Location: 1952 W Flagler St, Miami, FL 33135
3. Versailles
✍️ The Guide says: “This family-owned restaurant in Little Havana has been open since 1971 and is packed day and night with locals who’ve been eating here since they were kids. Keeping them company are tourists and politicians who wish to be seen.”
🍽️ Recommended dishes: Bowls of arroz con pollo, empanadas and yuca fritters.
📍 Location: 3555 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135
4. Tinta y Cafe (Bib Gourmand)
✍️ The Guide says: “Guests may order at the window, grab a table either inside or out under a cluster of palm trees, and settle in for a litany of Cuban delicacies. The furniture is mid-century modern, but the sandwich-focused menu is as classic and comforting as ever.”
🍽️ Recommended dishes: The patria sandwich (with ham, pork, mortadella, swiss, pickles and mustard), croquetas and the pavo real.
📍 Location: 1315 Ponce de Leon, Coral Gables, FL 33134
5. Latin Cafe
✍️ The Guide says: “The staff are friendly and helpful as they steer guests through a substantial menu that spans everything from a traditional Cuban breakfast and pressed sandwiches to tapas, ensaladas and entradas.”
🍽️ Recommended dish: Vaca frita sandwich.
📍 Location: 875 NW 42nd Ave, Miami, FL 33126
6. Taquiza
✍️ The Guide says: “With palm trees swaying throughout and the lure of the ocean just one block away, this beachside favorite is a Miami mainstay for good reason.”
🍽️ Recommended dishes: Lengua and mahi tacos (and ask for the charred jalapeño).
📍 Location: 7450 Ocean Terrace, North Beach, FL 33141
7. Josh’s Deli
✍️ The Guide says: “Nestled on a busy street and flanked by tables out on the sidewalk, the interior—albeit small—is quaint and laid-back, featuring a counter with views of the open kitchen. The compact menu is a veritable tome of interesting and original takes on deli classics.”
🍽️ Recommended dishes: Latkes and the Jewban (Jewish-inspired version of the Cuban).
📍 Location: 9517 Harding Ave, Surfside, FL 33154