VELA SKY – Mediterranean
Vela Sky is the open-air rooftop above Vela at the YOTEL in downtown Miami, a short walk from the bay — day passes in the afternoon, DJs by evening. The list runs long: classic and long cocktails, a sustainable-sips section built with Bacardi brands, Old and New World wines by the glass, and local taps from Wynwood Brewing and Cigar City. Saturdays bring sunset DJ sets, Fridays bring dance classes on the roof. Downstairs the kitchen sends out smash burgers, rock shrimp tempura and brisket tacos. Come for the skyline, stay for the second round.
227 NE 2 STREET, MIAMI, FL, 33132 305-446-0123 https://www.vela-miami.com/0Cuisine: Mediterranean
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at VELA SKY
Dairy-Free at VELA SKY
VELA SKY in Miami has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Rock Shrimp, Chicken Sausage Side and Add Egg. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at VELA SKY
VELA SKY in Miami has 7 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Rock Shrimp, Chicken Sausage Side and Add Egg. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at VELA SKY
VELA SKY in Miami has 19 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Rock Shrimp, Ube Cheesecake and Blackened Mahi. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at VELA SKY
VELA SKY in Miami has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Smoked Salmon Side, Passion Fruit Cosmo and Bacon Side. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at VELA SKY
VELA SKY in Miami has 4 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Egg, La Rubia and Add Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at VELA SKY
VELA SKY in Miami has 5 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Egg, Passion Fruit Cosmo and La Rubia. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at VELA SKY
VELA SKY in Miami has 4 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Egg, Smoked Salmon Side and Add Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at VELA SKY
VELA SKY in Miami has 9 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Breakfast Potatoes Side, Strawberry Fizz Gin and Passion Fruit Cosmo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at VELA SKY
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Breakfast Burrito | 102 g | 62.5 g |
| The Ultimate Club | 57.3 g | 55.8 g |
| Churrasco and Eggs | 22 g | 42.4 g |
| Steak & Frites | 58.6 g | 34.4 g |
| Smash Burger | 3 g | 32.4 g |
| Gem Lettuce Caesar | 43.9 g | 32 g |
| BBQ Flatbread | 19.9 g | 31.3 g |
| Tri-Fold Quesadilla | 54.9 g | 30.4 g |
| Cobb Salad | 43.9 g | 28.2 g |
| Chicken BLT | 9 g | 28.2 g |
| Vela Breakfast | 109.3 g | 26.2 g |
| Passion Fruit Cosmo | 15.9 g | 25.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Breakfast Mains
- Vela Breakfast - $18: Two eggs any style, rosemary potatoes, choice of toast, marmalade, chicken sausage or Applewood bacon, vanilla berry parfait or fruit platter Dietary tags: GERD-Friendly Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Omelet - $18: Roasted rosemary potatoes. Choice of Goat, American, or Cheddar cheese. Choice of three: Smoked Applewood bacon, mushrooms, caramelized onions, tomato, mixed peppers Dietary tags: Atkins, South-Beach
- Coffee & Challah French Toast - $19: Rum Chantilly, hazelnuts, banana foster Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- YOTEL Benedict - $21: Maple-glazed Canadian bacon, rosemary potatoes, sriracha hollandaise, smoked paprika, chives
- Avocado Toast - $19: Smashed Hass avocado, Roma tomatoes, sea salt, crushed black pepper, grilled multigrain toast Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
- Fruit Plate - $18: Pineapple, orange, kiwi, seasonal berries, vanilla Greek yogurt, toasted almond granola Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Burrito - $18: Scrambled eggs, breakfast potatoes, onion, tomato, Pico de Gallo Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos Rancheros - $18: White corn tortilla, refried beans, two eggs any style, ranchero sauce, queso fresco, micro cilantro, breakfast potatoes Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chicken & Waffles - $22: Signature buttermilk fried chicken on a house-made waffle, brown butter maple and berries Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Churrasco and Eggs - $34: Eggs any style, chimichurri, herb parmesan fries Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Buffet - $25: Scrambled eggs, breakfast sausages, breakfast potatoes, juice, tea or coffee Available at: breakfast, brunch
Bites & Appetizers
- Rock Shrimp Tempura - $23: Chili garlic, yuzu, chives, mesclun Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Braised Chicken Wings - $18: Buffalo or BBQ, Maytag blue cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baha Fish Tacos - $19: Tempura Mahi-Mahi, chipotle aioli, cilantro crema, poblano Pico de Gallo, white corn tortilla, queso fresco, cilantro Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Flatbread - $16: Mexican-blend cheese, BBQ smoked pulled chicken, caramelized red onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders - $14: Four tenders, grade-A mustard, crispy Kennebec fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guacamole - $15: Crispy corn tortilla, cilantro tomato relish, lime, queso fresco Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Gem Lettuce Caesar - $15: Brioche croutons, Grana Padano Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cobb Salad - $17: Romaine lettuce, blue cheese, diced tomatoes, cucumber, Applewood bacon, blackened chicken, balsamic vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Smash Burger - $18: Short rib blend, gem lettuce, Roma tomato, caramelized Vidalia onion, sharp cheddar, secret sauce, brioche, Kennebec fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken BLT - $18: Grilled or crispy, lettuce, Roma tomato, honey mustard aioli, brioche, Kennebec fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mahi-Mahi Sandwich - $21: Grilled or blackened, lettuce, Roma tomato, tartar sauce, brioche, American cheese, Kennebec fries Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Ultimate Club - $19: Roasted turkey, smashed avocado, tomato, gem lettuce, Applewood bacon, honey mustard aioli, Kennebec fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tri-Fold Quesadilla - $15: Monterey Jack cheese, guacamole, Pico de Gallo, chipotle aioli, cilantro crema, romaine lettuce, four-cheese Mornay Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fettuccine Alfredo - $18: Parmesan cream, Grana Padano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Mahi - $32: Cilantro-scented jasmine rice, pineapple chutney, crispy shallots Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Atlantic Salmon - $34: Garlic confit potato puree, lemon butter sauce, capers, parsley Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak & Frites - $38: Chimichurri, truffle & Parmesan fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Ube Cheesecake - $12: Ricotta, sweet potato, seasonal berries, sea salt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Guava & Croissant Bread Pudding - $12: Creme anglaise, vanilla ice cream, caramel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Sides & Add-ons
- Smoked Salmon Side - $6 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Avocado Side - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Bacon Side - $4 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Chicken Sausage Side - $4 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Breakfast Potatoes Side - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Add Egg - $4: Any style Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Add Rock Shrimp - $8 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Add Chicken - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Add Steak - $8 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Beverages
- Selection of Juices - $5: Orange, apple, cranberry, pineapple, lemonade Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Cortado - $4
- Cappuccino - $6
- Latte - $6
- Mocha - $7
- Colada Coffee - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Sodas - $4: Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, Sprite, Coke Zero, Ginger Ale
- Stella Artois - $8: Pilsner, Belgium
- Michelob Ultra - $8: Light Lager, USA
- La Rubia - $9: Wynwood Brewing, Miami Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Modelo - $9: Mexico
- Corona - $9: Mexico
- Heineken - $9: Netherlands
- Peanut Butter Colada - $15: Skrewball Whiskey, pina colada mix Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Strawberry Vodka Lemonade - $16: Absolut Vodka, strawberry puree, lemonade Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Espresso Martini - $17: Absolut Vanilla, coffee liquor, shot of espresso
- Irish Mule - $17: Jameson, ginger beer, fresh lime juice
- Watermelon Margarita - $17: Altos Tequila, watermelon puree, fresh lime juice
- Passion Fruit Cosmo - $16: Absolut Vodka, passion fruit puree, fresh lemon juice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Illumination - $17: Del Maguey Puebla Mezcal, Jalapeno liqueur, lime juice, agave, Tajin rim Dietary tags: Juice-Cleanse
- Strawberry Fizz Gin - $17: Puerto de Indias Strawberry Gin, strawberry puree, soda splash of lemon juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
Frequently Asked Questions about VELA SKY
- Is VELA SKY dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. VELA SKY has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Rock Shrimp, Chicken Sausage Side and Add Egg.
- What can I eat at VELA SKY on a dairy-free diet?
- Add Rock Shrimp, Chicken Sausage Side and Add Egg carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does VELA SKY have vegan options?
- Yes. 9 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Breakfast Potatoes Side and Strawberry Fizz Gin.
- Is VELA SKY gluten-free?
- 7 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at VELA SKY?
- Breakfast Burrito, at roughly 62.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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