Zone Restaurants in Florida
The Zone diet balances every meal to roughly 40 percent carbohydrates, 30 percent protein, and 30 percent fat. Created by Dr. Barry Sears, it aims to steady blood sugar and lower inflammation through hormonal balance. It favors low-glycemic carbs, lean protein, and healthy fats, eaten across three meals and two snacks a day.
Foods Allowed
- Lean protein
- fish
- low-fat dairy
- non-starchy vegetables
- low-glycemic fruits
- whole grains in moderation
- olive oil
- avocado
- nuts
- and seeds.
Foods to Avoid
- Sugar
- white bread
- pasta
- bagels
- pastries
- sugary drinks
- and high-sugar fruits and starchy vegetables in large amounts.
63 Zone Restaurants
Restaurants with zone-friendly menus, sorted by menu match.
ARMSTRONG JAZZ HOUSE
CACHITO COFFEE AND BAKERY
Keke's Breakfast Cafe
CRAFT MIDTOWN
CRAFT PRODUCCION
CRAFT SOUTH MIAMI
IKEA US RETAIL
LA CASA DE LAS BALEADAS
The Burg Diner
ARTISAN KITCHEN AND BAR
Miguel's Seafood & Grill
PASTA E BASTA
Beef 'O' Brady's
Riccardo's
GLOBE CAFE & BAR
MARCELO'S RESTAURANT PESCADERI
Abuelos
ALDEN HOTEL/BAR LUCA
Angelina's Pizzeria & Pasta
CAPRICCIO BLUE LAGOON
COFFEE SHOP RAINBOW
Mrs. Mac's Kitchen
PIZZA XPRESS
Plaza Mexico
Posto Pizza
RINCONCITO BBQ LATINO
Uncle Maddio's Pizza Joint
Wheelhouse Diner
100 MONTADITOS MIDTOWN
10 SPICE GOOD EATS
APIZZA BROOKLYN
EL PATIO LIVE
Gelateria Made In Italy
La Esquinita Colombiana
Miller's Ale House
Miller's Ale House
MR CACHAPA HIALEAH
New York Pizza & Grill
SARUSSI'S CAFE
Spookeasy Kava Lounge
TROPICAL CAFE
ARLEN BEACH RESTAURANT BY CECY AND LETYS
Aunt Kate's Restaurant
BALANS BRICKELL
Dolphin Deli
Duval Street
Gaines Street Pies
GRAUPERA PIZZERIA
HAPPY WINE IN THE GROVE
Hobbit American Grill
Las Americas
Riviera Bar and Grill
Sister's Restaurant
The Corner Bakery Cafe
Wheat + Water Italian Kitchen
Canopy Road Cafe
COSTAZUL
I Love NY Pizza
La Bella Luna
OCEAN 5 CAFE
Parkshore Grill
PUCCI'S PIZZA
PUCCI'S PIZZA
Common Questions About Zone
What is the 40-30-30 ratio?
Each meal is about 40 percent carbs, 30 percent protein, and 30 percent fat to support steady blood sugar.
Do I weigh or measure food?
You balance each meal by hand or eye into the 40-30-30 ratio. No strict scale needed.
How often do I eat?
Typically five times a day: three balanced meals and two snacks, without going too long between them.
What is the zone?
A metabolic state where blood sugar and inflammation are kept steady through balanced, controlled meals.
Which carbs are best here?
Low-glycemic carbs like vegetables, low-sugar fruits, and limited whole grains, rather than refined or sugary ones.
The Zone diet balances every meal to roughly 40 percent carbohydrates, 30 percent protein, and 30 percent fat. Created by Dr. Barry Sears, it aims to steady blood sugar and lower inflammation through hormonal balance. It favors low-glycemic carbs, lean protein, and healthy fats, eaten across three meals and two snacks a day.