Highest-rated cheap eats in Miami by diners

Americans spend a lot of money on eating out鈥攊n 2024, that totaled, or nearly 59% of all food spending. So, it's only natural to want the best bang for your restaurant dollar.

Value has become a key component of what diners look for when they eat out, with eyeing menus for value meals. At the same time, many diners also look for something new and exciting, hoping to sample new flavors or food with ingredients that are too expensive to make at home.

Many ethnic cuisines also provide a lot of value because they aren't as expensive to produce. Many Mexican dishes fall into this category because. Many Asian cuisines, including Chinese, Filipino, and Cambodian food, also rely on low-cost ingredients and simple food preparation techniques.

Food trucks and street food vendors also offer cheaper food, thanks to lower overhead costs. Their limited menus typically focus on one type of food, allowing them to simplify purchasing and pass the savings on in the form of lower prices.

compiled a list of the highest-rated cheap eats restaurants within 10 kilometers of the Miami area using data from . Data is as of Aug. 8, 2025. Businesses were selected using Yelp's ranking system, which calculates an adjusted rating value that takes into account the number of ratings as well as the rating score itself. Only businesses with at least 20 reviews were considered, and a cost of "$" (out of 4) were considered. Also, in an effort to highlight independent businesses and local chains, those with more than five locations nationally, based on the Yelp data, were not included.

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Al Basha

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#30. Al Basha

- Rating: 4.5/5 (65 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5821 Southwest 137th Ave. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Delis, Middle Eastern, International Grocery
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Breadman Miami

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#29. Breadman Miami

- Rating: 4.5/5 (433 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5804 West 20th Ave. Hialeah, Florida
- Categories: Bakeries, Sandwiches, Breakfast & Brunch
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Downstairs

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#28. Downstairs

- Rating: 4.5/5 (53 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4900 South Le Jeune Road Coral Gables, Florida
- Categories: Beer, Wine & Spirits, Convenience Stores, Delis
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Breadman Miami

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#27. Breadman Miami

- Rating: 4.5/5 (240 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 8100 Southwest 8th St. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Bakeries, Sandwiches, Breakfast & Brunch
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Antojitos Mexicanos Tenorio

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#26. Antojitos Mexicanos Tenorio

- Rating: 4.5/5 (409 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 13856 Southwest 56th St. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Mexican
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El Rey De Las Fritas

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#25. El Rey De Las Fritas

- Rating: 4.5/5 (61 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 10142 West Flagler St. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Cuban, Burgers, Sandwiches
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Morelia Gourmet Paletas

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#24. Morelia Gourmet Paletas

- Rating: 4.5/5 (263 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 185 Northwest 25th St. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts, Kosher
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Don Toston Restaurant

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#23. Don Toston Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5/5 (90 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2234 Northwest 17th Ave. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Cuban
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Galip谩n Bakehouse

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#22. Galip谩n Bakehouse

- Rating: 4.5/5 (72 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 13726 Southwest 84th St. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Bakeries, Coffee & Tea, Venezuelan
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La Fama Cafeteria

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#21. La Fama Cafeteria

- Rating: 4.6/5 (75 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3040 Northwest 2nd Ave. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Cuban, Steakhouses, Sandwiches
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A Little Bit of Philly

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#20. A Little Bit of Philly

- Rating: 4.6/5 (405 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3940 Curtiss Pkwy Miami Springs, Florida
- Categories: Pizza, Cheesesteaks, Sandwiches
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Latinlite by Fat Busters

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#19. Latinlite by Fat Busters

- Rating: 4.6/5 (82 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 12234 Southwest 8th St. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Cuban, Latin American, Health Markets
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Morelia Ice Cream Paletas - Coral Gables

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#18. Morelia Ice Cream Paletas - Coral Gables

- Rating: 4.6/5 (471 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 76 Miracle Mile Coral Gables, Florida
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Kosher
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Barista Cafe

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#17. Barista Cafe

- Rating: 4.6/5 (61 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2351 Salzedo St. Coral Gables, Florida
- Categories: Colombian, Breakfast & Brunch, Empanadas
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Chandlers Place

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#16. Chandlers Place

- Rating: 4.7/5 (274 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 166 Alhambra Cir Ste 100 Coral Gables, Florida
- Categories: Caterers, Sandwiches, Breakfast & Brunch
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Dale Arepa Bar & Healthy Bistro Miami

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#15. Dale Arepa Bar & Healthy Bistro Miami

- Rating: 4.7/5 (144 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1711 Coral Way Miami, Florida
- Categories: Venezuelan, Empanadas, Hot Dogs
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Sweet Dogs

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#14. Sweet Dogs

- Rating: 4.7/5 (755 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4749 Southwest 8th St. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Hot Dogs, American, Popcorn Shops
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Crispy Streets

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#13. Crispy Streets

- Rating: 4.7/5 (74 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 9980 Southwest 8th St. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Food Trucks, Latin American, Korean
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Mainzer's German Deli

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#12. Mainzer's German Deli

- Rating: 4.7/5 (71 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 12113 South Dixie Hwy Miami, Florida
- Categories: Delis, Sandwiches, International Grocery
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El Mago De Las Fritas

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#11. El Mago De Las Fritas

- Rating: 4.7/5 (450 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5828 Southwest 8th St. West Miami, Florida
- Categories: Cuban, Sandwiches
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Morelia Gourmet Paletas - Coconut Grove

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#10. Morelia Gourmet Paletas - Coconut Grove

- Rating: 4.7/5 (63 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3437 Main Hwy Miami, Florida
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts, Kosher
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Atlantis Cafe

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#9. Atlantis Cafe

- Rating: 4.7/5 (171 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 12 Northwest 1st St. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Breakfast & Brunch, Sandwiches
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Mr. Baguette - Doral

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#8. Mr. Baguette - Doral

- Rating: 4.7/5 (132 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5001 Northwest 72nd Ave. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Juice Bars & Smoothies, Cafes, Breakfast & Brunch
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Milly's Empanada Factory

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#7. Milly's Empanada Factory

- Rating: 4.7/5 (504 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 13313 Southwest 42nd St. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Venezuelan, Empanadas, fast food
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Pita Pockets

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#6. Pita Pockets

- Rating: 4.7/5 (192 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 180 Crandon Boulevard Key Biscayne, Florida
- Categories: Mediterranean, Vegetarian
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Pastelmania Bakery

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#5. Pastelmania Bakery

- Rating: 4.8/5 (106 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2015 West Flagler St. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Latin American, Breakfast & Brunch
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S & N Vegetables

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#4. S & N Vegetables

- Rating: 4.8/5 (99 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 360 West 29th St. Hialeah, Florida
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Cuban
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El Maguey on the Road

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#3. El Maguey on the Road

- Rating: 4.8/5 (63 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 11390 Northwest 87th Court Hialeah, Florida
- Categories: Food Trucks, Mexican
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Vegan & Juice

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#2. Vegan & Juice

- Rating: 4.8/5 (348 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 10887 Northwest 17th St. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Juice Bars & Smoothies, Vegan
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Reggae Beets Gourmet Food Truck

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#1. Reggae Beets Gourmet Food Truck

- Rating: 4.9/5 (65 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1620 West State Road 84 Ft Lauderdale, Florida
- Categories: Juice Bars & Smoothies, Food Trucks, Vegan
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This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou, writing by Jill Jaracz, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 388 metros.

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