Best Late-Night Food in Miami

Miami doesn’t believe in bedtime. When the DJ cuts the music or you’ve perfected your Irish Exit, the next move is obvious: food. Because nothing screams Miami life like housing a croqueta at 2 a.m. in a skin-tight dress and sunglasses you forgot to take off (wait, do people still dress like this to go out anymore)? Whether you’re stumbling out of Space, pulling an all-nighter at UM’s Richter Library, or stepping off a red-eye with nothing in your stomach but a couple of Biscoff cookies, these late-night eats are the only thing standing between you and total collapse.

Some spots are downright legendary. Mary’s Coin Laundry doubles as a laundromat and as a secret hidden gem for the best sandwich in Miami,  Big Pink glows like a South Beach lighthouse for the hungry, while 11th Street Diner is a chrome time capsule where omelets, shrimp and grits, and tipsy people-watching collide. Add in La Sandwicherie’s baguette wizardry, Casola’s pizza slices the size of a steering wheel, and a legendary Flanigan’s “Rockin’ Rib Roll,” and you’ll understand why Miami basically invented late-night eats.

You can’t dance till 2 or 4 a.m. in Miami without greasy reinforcements. You need the cheeseburgers from Cheeseburger Baby that taste like redemption, pastelitos from Pinecrest Bakery that slap harder than cafecito, and tacos at Uptown 66 under neon-purple trees that feel like divine intervention. In Miami, the night doesn’t end when the lights come up. It ends when your stomach is full, your soul is semi-restored, and you’re rethinking every life choice you’ve made since sunset. Welcome to the ultimate guide to Miami’s late-night eats, where hunger meets chaos, and chaos is delicious.

11th Street Diner

1065 Washington Ave., Miami Beach
305-534-6373
eleventhstreetdiner.com11th Street Diner is a neon-lit South Beach classic where time feels frozen in a stainless-steel dining car shipped straight from Jersey. The menu is massive with shrimp and grits, burritos, omelets, and more Benedicts than you thought possible in order to fuel Miami’s night owls. Open 24/7 on weekends, it’s equal parts comfort food haven and people-watching paradise, making it one of the city’s ultimate late-night eats.

Big Pink

157 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
305-531-0888
bigpink.miamiBig Pink has been a SoBe staple for nearly 30 years because it delivers exactly what late-night Miami needs: giant portions, friendly vibes, and a menu longer than your night out. Whether you’re craving pancakes at 1 a.m., a burger big enough to share, or fries to soak up the cocktails, this bright pink diner has you covered without breaking the bank. Open until 2 a.m. on weekends, it’s the ultimate post-club pit stop where everyone, from flip-flop beach bums to sequined partygoers, feels right at home.

Casola’s

2437 SW 17th Ave., Miami
305-858-0090
casolas.comCasola’s has been fueling Miami’s late-night crowd since 1982 with New York-style slices so massive they double as props for jokes and maybe even life rafts. The pizzeria’s free hot samples, wild specialty pies like the “Portuguesa,” and wings the size of dinosaurs keep hungry night owls coming back. Open late and unapologetically old-school (cash only!), Casola’s remains a true Miami staple for post-midnight cravings. Open until 1 a.m. from Wednesday through Thursday and then until 2 a.m. Friday through Saturday. Open until midnight on other nights.

Cheese Burger Baby

1505 Washington Ave., Miami Beach
305-531-7300
cheeseburgerbaby.netThis tiny South Beach burger joint has been the late-night go-to since 2001, serving juicy burgers and crispy fries until 4 a.m. Monday through Sunday. Its star power is real, with Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Kanye, and even Beckham having all swung by for post-party fuel. But the real draw is simple: classic, no-frills burgers that taste even better after a night out.

Flanigan’s Seafood Bar & Grill

Multiple locations across South Florida
flanigans.netSince the 1980s, Flanigan’s has been Miami’s nautical-themed answer to comfort food, sports, and oversized portions. Baby back ribs, monster nachos, and “Joe’s Rockin’ Rib Rolls” are just a few reasons it’s a late-night legend. And with those iconic green cups in hand, every visit feels like a proper Miami rite of passage.

Joe’s Pizza Wynwood

234 NW 25th St., Miami
305-501-7373
joespizzanyc.comNew York’s famous Joe’s Pizza landed in Wynwood during the pandemic, and Miami’s late-night crowd couldn’t be happier. Expect perfectly foldable slices, gooey cheese, and that signature New York thin crust. Whether it’s 2 p.m. or 2 a.m., Joe’s is always the answer to a pizza craving. Joe’s is open until 3 a.m. Sunday through Wednesday, until 4 a.m. on Thursdays, and until 5 a.m. Friday through Saturday.

La Latina

3509 NE Second Ave., Miami
786-717-7274
lalatinamiami.comLa Latina has been cranking out crunchy, cheesy, juicy arepas since 2011, making it a Midtown staple. With more than a dozen fillings like shredded beef, sweet plantains, or gooey cheese, these portable corn pockets hit every craving. Best of all, they travel perfectly, making them the ultimate post-party meal. It’s open until 4 a.m. on Friday and Saturday (only until 10 p.m. on other nights).

La Sandwicherie

Multiple locations across Miami
sandwicherie.comLa Sandwicherie has been curing late-night cravings since 1988 with baguettes, croissants, and all the gourmet fillings you can dream up. Open until 5 a.m. every single day of the week, it’s where night owls line up for prosciutto, brie, smoked salmon, and more. Toss in a fresh fruit smoothie, and suddenly 4 a.m. doesn’t feel so bad.

Mary’s Cafe & Coin Laundry

2542 SW 27th Ave., Miami
305-443-6672
instagram.com/maryscafemiamiMary’s is Miami’s ultimate 24/7 pit stop, where you can do laundry and down a croqueta in the same trip. It’s equal parts neighborhood hangout and late-night lifesaver, serving Cuban sandwiches, medianoches, and more at all hours. No matter the chaos outside, a sandwich here makes everything feel okay again.

Over Under

151 E. Flagler St., Miami
786-247-9851
overundermiami.comOver Under is downtown’s cool-kid bar where late-night eats punch way above typical bar food. Here, they do fried chicken sandwiches, burgers, and inventive snacks paired with creative cocktails. Open late, it’s the kind of spot where one drink turns into three and food saves your night. Over Under is open until 2 a.m. Sunday through Tuesday, and until 3 a.m. Wednesday through Saturday.

Pinecrest Bakery

Various locations
pinecrestbakery.comThis 24-hour Cuban bakery empire has been slinging pastelitos, cafecitos, and tequeños since 2012. No matter the hour, expect a line out the door for guava and cheese pastries or hot croquetas. With dozens of locations across South Florida, it’s basically Miami’s unofficial late-night cafeteria.

Skinny Louie

Locations Across Miami
skinnylouieSometimes, nothing cures a night out like a greasy smashburger, and Skinny Louie delivers in spades. Its cheeseburgers come stacked with patties, grilled onions, pickles, and signature Louie sauce, plus fries and shakes to seal the deal. Open late in Wynwood, it’s the no-frills fix every partygoer craves.

Steve’s Pizza

12101 Biscayne Blvd., North Miami
305-891-0202
stevespizza.netSteve’s Pizza is a North Miami legend, serving thin, cheesy, New York-style pies since the ’70s. Whether you grab a slice or a giant whole pie, the sauce, cheese, and crust combo is always on point. Open until 3 a.m. on weekends, it’s worth the schlep after a night of drinking. 

Uptown 66

6600 Biscayne Blvd., Miami
305-960-7117
uptown66.miamiFounded by chef Nuno Grullon and his business partner, Akira Van Egmond, Uptown 66 started as a pop-up restaurant in 2020 in the MiMo district along Biscayne Boulevard. Soon, Uptown 66 became a Miami favorite for late-night bites, specifically its authentic Mexican street food like birria tacos. From barbacoa and carnitas to earthy mushroom tacos, every option is made with care and begs to be paired with chips, guac, and a beer. Uptown is open until 4 a.m. Thursday through Saturday and until 2 a.m. Sunday through Wednesday.

Versailles

3555 SW Eighth St., Miami
305-444-0240
versaillesrestaurant.comVersailles has been the beating heart of Miami’s Cuban food scene since 1971. From ropa vieja to Cuban sandwiches to cafecitos at the iconic ventanita, it’s the go-to for both locals and tourists at any hour. Whether inside under chandeliers or outside by the counter, it’s a late-night stop that defines Miami. Versailles closes daily at midnight.