Whether you're headed to a courthouse hearing, the office, or just catching the Brightline to Fort Lauderdale, Central Fare offers a culinary pit stop worth planning around. With 11 unique vendors under one roof, ranging from Ecuadorian patacones to Philly cheesesteaks, vegan banana soft serve to Neapolitan pizza, it's a full-blown food hall tucked into the heart of downtown Miami.
Operating hours vary by concept, but Central Fare runs Monday through Sunday from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. on level two of MiamiCentral. Hungry yet? Here's a look at the vendors you can expect, listed in alphabetical order.
Valeria Alvarez teamed up with her husband to turn rescued bananas into creamy vegan soft serve using just two ingredients: bananas and coconut milk.
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2. El Turco Express: El Turco Express is the little brother of El Turco, which was awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand four years straight. Known for its rich menu of healthy breakfast and all-day dining plates, El Turco Express will offer a selection of Turkish specialties such as kebabs, authentic hummus, baklava, and more.
3. Guchi's Handroll Bar: From the minds behind Poke OG, Miss Crispy Rice, and Mr. Omakase comes a new sushi spin. Roll up to Guchi's for handrolls like "Surf & Turf" with crab and A5 Wagyu, or classic salmon options and poke bowls stacked high.
4. Icy-N-Spicy: A third-generation Sichuan dessert legend, Xiaoli Liu fuses Europe and Asia. Think chocolate-dipped strawberries and Dubai-style chocolate bars inspired by a Middle Eastern treat with phyllo and pistachio.
5. Josh's Corner Diner: From the brains behind Michelin-recommended Josh’s Deli, this all-day breakfast diner delivers nostalgia with a twist. Bagels, pancakes, po’boys, tuna melts, burgers, you name it, they've elevated it.
6. Peel: Banana bread, who? This vegan soft serve spot, already a Miami staple, uses bruised bananas for zero-sugar, non-dairy bliss. It is eco-conscious and topped to order, with the bonus of recycled banana peels being composted in local farms.
7. Peppi's Steaks & Hoagies: Chef Ryan McKeown takes Philly south with his Philly cheesesteaks, spicy Buffalo chicken versions, and classic hoagies. It's a satisfying pit stop turned counter.
8. Rosetta Bakery: The art of Italian baking reigns supreme here with quality ingredients, live baking through a glass wall, and pastries so good your mouth will water even before you taste them.
9. Stanzione Pizza: Neapolitan classics done slow and right with 72-hour fermented dough, wood-fired ovens, and expanded pasta offerings like Spaghetti Pomodoro. Brought to you by lauded locals, Franco Stanzione, known for his serious pizza cred.
10. Stephanie’s Crèpès: Fresh, French-style crêpes with global fillings. Sweet fruit and homemade custard, savory greens and protein — this crêpe bar will satisfy your sweet or savory tooth at any time of day.
11. Switchpoint Station Bar: Cocktails and mocktails on tap, whipped up with a Florida flair. Tea, coffee, and zero-proof drinks, all mixed by hospitality pros ready to refuel commuters and locals alike.
12. The Wolf of Tacos: Chef Eduardo Lara's first brick-and-mortar is bringing to Central Fare some Mexico City-style tacos born from his driveway pop-up. These simple, street-style tacos are done right, with meat, salsa, and tortillas that are crave-inducing and authentic.
