Looking for plant-based-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are SALT CAFE, Finnegan's Way and Señor Frog's, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry plant-based-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top 12 cheap dining experiences
Discover cheap restaurants in South Beach with plant based options. Budget-friendly plant based dining.
South Beach's Cheap Plant Based Destinations
Discovering affordable plant-based dining in South Beach is easier than ever with this collection of budget-friendly spots that cater to every craving. From the savory Middle Eastern flavors of Al Basha Grill Kebab and traditional Cuban dishes at La Cantina to quick Italian slices from Pizza Rústica, there is a wealth of meat-free variety to explore. You can start your morning with French pastries at Bettant Bakery & Café or grab a classic American meal at Taste Bakery Cafe and Pizza Bar without overspending. These local favorites offer a diverse range of vegan-friendly experiences that prove you can enjoy the best of the beach on a budget.
30 restaurants in Best Cheap Plant Based Restaurants in South Beach | Cheap & Plant Based
- SALT CAFE: 19 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American, Mediterranean.
- Finnegan's Way · rated 4/5: 3 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Señor Frog's · rated 4/5: 3 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- VIA EMILIA: 36 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Restaurant.
- ESPANOLITA MIAMI: 34 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Spanish.
- ESQUINA CUBANA: 33 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Cuban.
- PIZZA TUA ITALIAN RESTAURANT: 30 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- LA LEGGENDA PIZZERIA: 28 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- BROTHER'S KEEPER: 23 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Bakery.
- LT Steak and seafood: 21 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- SHEPARD ARTISAN COFFEE: 20 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- 11th Street Diner: 17 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- CHALAN ON THE BEACH: 17 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- CASA TUA BAR LOUNGE: 16 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- LA VENTANA RESTAURANT: 16 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- LA SANDWICHERIE: 16 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- The Front Porch Café: 15 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- FL CAFE: 15 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- MERAKI GREEK GYRO: 15 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Greek.
- CALL ME CUBAN/ESTEFAN KITCHEN EXPRESS: 14 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- THAT'S AMORE: 14 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- 5 ESQUINAS: 13 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- DREXEL: 13 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- SAFRON MEDITERRANEAN GRILL: 13 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- SEMILLA: 13 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Havana Vieja: 15 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Cuban.
- Semilla Miami Beach: 43 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- ICE CREAM FACTORY: 12 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- BODEGA TAQUERIA Y TEQUILA: 12 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Salon du CAFE: 15 plant-based-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
