It’s time for a meal out, but you don’t want to spend a lot. I know, I’ve been there! Dining out can be very expensive, especially in a popular and trendy area like South Beach. Fortunately, there is a middle-ground between the fast-food joints and the over-priced eateries. Each of these South Beach restaurants offers not only excellent food, but very reasonable prices. Here are our Top Picks, listed in alphabetical order.
(Browse here for the Best Cheap Restaurants in Mainland Miami and Key Biscayne).
Big Pink
Big Pink
A classic American diner enjoyed by everyone from families to late-night club-goers. Food comes in huge portions at budget prices, and you can choose from the breakfast menu at any time.
- Cuisine: American
- Address: 157 Collins Avenue
- Phone: 305-532-4700
Cheeseburger Baby
Cheeseburger Baby
In the mood for a burger? You can get a great one here at 12 Noon, 12 Midnight, or even 3 AM! They also have chicken sandwiches, wraps, quesadillas, milkshakes, and more.
- Cuisine: American
- Address: 1505 Washington Avenue
- Phone: 305-531-7300
La Sandwicherie
La Sandwicherie
This excellent French Deli serves fresh and tasty salads, sandwiches, and juices, for very low prices. It is open until 5 am, and is a very popular spot for club-goers.
- Cuisine: Deli, French
- Address: 229 14th Street
- Phone: 305-532-8934
Lime Fresh Mexican Grill
Lime Fresh Mexican Grill
Flavorful Tex-Mex meals are served up quick and cheap at this popular spot. You stand in line to order, and then sit at a table to enjoy a freshly-made steak, chicken, or fish taco or fajita. They have a second location in North Miami Beach.
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Address: 1439 Alton Road
- Phone: 305-532-LIME
Pizza Rustica
Pizza Rustica
A Roman-style pizzeria serving huge slices at three different South Beach locations. Choose from a wide range of classic pizzas or more gourmet creations.
- Cuisine: Pizza
- Address: Several locations in South Beach
Puerto Sagua
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This landmark restaurant serves traditional Cuban fare in no-nonsense style. There are lots of little old men there – from the servers to the patrons – but they also get their share of families during the day, and clubbers late into the night.
- Cuisine: Cuban
- Address: 700 Collins Avenue
- Phone: 305-673-1115
San Loco Taqueria
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Fresh and tasty Mexican dishes are served here quickly and cheaply all day and all night. Choose from tacos, burritos, enchiladas, fresh guacamole and salsa ranging from mild to fiery hot.
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Address: 235 14th Street
- Phone: 305-538-3009
