Best Places for Late-Night Food in Miami

As a destination known for its late-night parties and after-hours crowds, you better believe Miami is home to some legendary spots serving delicious eats well after midnight. Whether you’re craving crusty French baguettes stuffed with delicious deli meats and cheeses, hot slices from a New York City pizza institution, smash burgers and milkshakes or classic Nicaraguan fritanga, these late-night restaurants in Miami are the heroes who make it all possible. Here’s where to find the best dining in Miami when hunger strikes past 2 a.m. (or even later).

La Sandwicherie

Open daily until 5 a.m.

With locations all over Miami, La Sandwicherie is the ultimate spot when late-night cravings hit. These French sandwiches are messy and overflowing with fresh vegetables, meat, cheese and a generous helping of special vinaigrette dressing. If you’re dining in, be sure to take advantage of the squeeze bottle on the table, or ask for extra dressing if you’re ordering to-go.

No matter if you choose tuna salad, turkey and brie or salami and provolone, the crunchy baguette is what really makes the sandwich. (Though you can opt for a fresh-baked croissant if you prefer a softer bread.) The South Beach location is one of Miami’s most iconic late-night food destinations, and taking your sandwich across the street to Mac’s Club Deuce for a final nightcap is the move.

Sweet Liberty Drink & Supply Co.

Open daily until 5 a.m.

While Sweet Liberty Drink & Supply Co. in South Beach is known for its award-winning cocktails and late-night dancing, the kitchen – helmed by Miami’s James Beard Award-winning chef Michelle Bernstein – is also famed for its inventive and crave-worthy bar fare, serving a full menu until 4 a.m.

The Liberty Burger (think gourmet Big Mac) is always a solid choice, and the cauliflower nachos topped with pomegranate seeds, melted cheese and your choice of protein are enough to feed a group.

Those wanting something even more hearty can opt for the steak and fries. Place your order and dance the night away while you wait for it.

Bodega Taqueria y Tequila

Open until 1 a.m. Sunday to Wednesday and 3 a.m. Thursday to Saturday

Part casual eatery and part tequila-fueled dance party, Bodega Taqueria y Tequila has cracked the code to Miami’s late-night dining scene. Walk up to a taco counter serving tacos, burritos and nachos, either before or after you make your way through the faux porta-potty door that actually hides a full-on bar and lounge.

Whether you’re ending the night or accidentally extending it, Bodega is one of the destination’s most iconic late-night spots for yummy Mexican street food and top-tier margaritas. Find Miami locations in South Beach and Coconut Grove.

Moshi Moshi

Open daily until 5 a.m.

For sushi after midnight, few spots have the staying power of Moshi Moshi. With locations in South Beach, Brickell and MiMo, this longtime Miami favorite serves sushi, ramen, bao buns and incredibly delicious fried rice.

Open daily until 5 a.m., it’s a reliable option for dine-in, takeout and even delivery. Don’t skip the crispy tuna rice or the chicken wings, which are sneakily some of the best in town.

Joe’s Pizza Wynwood

Open until 3 a.m. Sunday through Wednesday, 4 a.m. Thursday and 5 a.m. Friday and Saturday

Joe’s Pizza Wynwood brings the classic New York slice shop experience to Miami. These slices are large, foldable and hang dramatically off paper plates in a way we crave for our late-night pizza. There’s often a line that stretches out the door, but fortunately, it moves pretty fast and the wait is rarely very long.

Grab a slice (or two) of classic cheese or pepperoni and wander Wynwood while finishing it curbside before heading home. There’s also a newer location just off Lincoln Road for those who are out and about late-night in Miami Beach.

Cowy Burger

Open until midnight Sunday to Wednesday, 2 a.m. Thursday and 3 a.m. Friday and Saturday

Craving an after-hours burger that doesn’t come from a fast-food drive-through? Cowy Burger is the answer. Easily one of the best smash burger spots in Miami, Cowy has locations in Doral and Wynwood.

It’s loved for the crispy-edged patties, super soft buns and reliably excellent fries. The signature Cowy burger with bacon jam and grilled onions balances salty and sweet in a way that helps soak up whatever choices you made earlier in the night.

Mary’s Coin Laundry

Open 24 hours

What was once one of Miami’s best kept secrets is now an unexpected hotspot people can’t stop flocking to. Originally a 24-hour laundromat that happened to have a ventanita (walk-up window) serving Cuban cafe dishes, Mary’s Coin Laundry is now home to the most talked-about pan con bistec in the destination.

Nothing about Mary’s is fancy or flashy, but it’s open all night, and it certainly gets the job done. This is a sidewalk cafe with just few seats, but the curb or your own car works just fine for scarfing down these large Cuban sandwiches.

Casola’s

Open until midnight Sunday to Tuesday, 1 a.m. Wednesday and Thursday, 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday

At Casola’s Pizzeria & Sub Shop, everything feels oversized, from the pizza slices to the subs to the personalities behind the counter. The longtime Miami institution is beloved for giant pizzas loaded with toppings, and the old-school Italian-American comfort food tastes even better at 1 a.m.

There’s often a bit of a wait, but the pizza samples at the counter do well to hold diners over. The pizza and garlic knots are always a favorite, but the tuna salad on a croissant is a sleeper hit on the massive menu.

Tu Pan

Open 24 hours

Hialeah’s Tu Pan is best known for its steak sandwich, particularly the king-size version that’s large enough to split with friends after a long night out, thanks to the fact that it's made using a full loaf of fresh Cuban bread.

Open around the clock, the Cuban bakery and cafe has become a reliable stop for strong cafecitos, croquetas and hearty late-night meals when most of the city is asleep.

Rey’s Pizza

Multiple locations open 24 hours

Whether you’re in the mood for pizza, pasta or garlic rolls at an unreasonable hour, Rey’s Pizza delivers exactly what you want from a classic Miami spot. Rey’s serves Cuban-style pizza, meaning each one is personal pan-sized with a thick, slightly sweet and doughy crust. All of the toppings are hidden under a layer of mozzarella and Gouda, with a sweet freshly made tomato sauce.

With several locations – from Kendall to Hialeah – operating 24 hours a day, Rey’s has been a dependable standby for everyone from club-goers to shift workers looking for an easy meal long after midnight.

Pinolandia

Open 24 hours

Pinolandia in Little Havana is one of the best Nicaraguan restaurants in Miami, and the classic fritanga filled with carne asada is a must for those who are hoping to skip the hangover after a late night out.

Open 24 hours a day, Pinolandia is the kind of place where you wait in line and move down the counter cafeteria-style to end up with a takeout container overflowing with grilled meats, gallo pinto, fried cheese and rolled tacos before adding a traditional drink like cebada, a sweet barley-based beverage that helps settle your stomach after a heavy meal or several drinks.