Miami New Times Names Top 12 Colombian Restaurants in Miami
From Michelin-starred Elcielo to family-run Mi Colombia Cafeteria, the guide highlights authentic spots where Colombians actually dine across Miami-Dade.
Miami New Times released its guide to the best Colombian restaurants in Miami, spotlighting establishments that serve authentic cuisine to the city’s large Colombian population.
The list ranges from upscale dining experiences to neighborhood favorites. Andrés Carne de Res on Lincoln Road earned the publication’s Best Colombian Restaurant award for 2025.
Andrés Carne de Res at 455 Lincoln Road brings live music and entertainment alongside traditional dishes like empanadas and steaks. The Miami Beach location captures the festive atmosphere with bold flavors and nonstop entertainment.
Elcielo Miami, located at 31 SE Fifth Street, holds a Michelin star and previously won New Times’ Best Colombian Restaurant in 2022. The restaurant offers an 18-course tasting menu featuring modern Colombian cuisine, including signature dishes like stone crab empanadas and interactive bread service.
Frutiparty, a Kendall food truck, took the 2024 Best Colombian Restaurant title from New Times. The mobile eatery serves Colombian street food including perros (hot dogs with cheese, bacon, and mayo-ketchup), salpicón fruit cocktails, and arepas.
Los Antojos Restaurant offers traditional Colombian dishes in a family-style atmosphere, emphasizing home-cooked meal experiences.
La Ventana Miami Beach delivers authentic Colombian flavors including traditional dishes, emphasizing Colombian hospitality.
The guide emphasizes restaurants where Colombian families actually dine and return regularly, rather than tourist-oriented establishments. Many of the featured restaurants serve as gathering places for Miami’s Colombian community.
South Florida’s Colombian population has grown significantly over recent decades, creating demand for authentic cuisine that connects residents to their homeland. The restaurants highlighted span different price points and dining styles, from food trucks to Michelin-starred establishments.