From wood-fired Japanese robata and elevated Israeli street food to French-inspired raw bars and artisan Italian fare, these 12 standout Kosher and Kosher-style restaurants in Miami prove that keeping kosher doesn’t mean sacrificing creativity or flavor. While strictly kosher spots follow Jewish dietary laws under rabbinical supervision, kosher-style restaurants lean into Jewish flavors and traditions without necessarily adhering to all the rules.
Whether strictly observant throughout the year or simply curious, diners will find everything from house-cured pastrami and Yemenite kubaneh to sushi torched tableside and shakshuka served with pillowy challah. These restaurants aren't just great kosher eateries — they're some of the best places to eat in Miami, period.
Below, check out our guide to the 12 best Kosher and Kosher-style restaurants in Miami, listed alphabetically.
26 Sushi & Wok
9487 Harding Ave., Surfside305-570-2626
26sushiwok.comAfter a decade of serving the Surfside community, 26 Sushi & Wok debuted a new chapter as a fully kosher meat restaurant, blending the vibrant flavors of Chinese cuisine with expertly crafted sushi. Formerly a dairy spot, the reimagined concept features a completely revamped menu that fuses tradition with innovation, from signature rolls to wok-fired stir-fries and classic Chinese dishes, all made with top-quality ingredients and strict kosher supervision.
Asiatiko
2906 NE 207th St., Aventura786-786-0626
asiatikomiami.comIn Aventura, Asiatiko fuses Japanese flavors with kosher sensibilities. Created by the team behind South Florida favorites Fresko, Rustiko, and Kosh, this Aventura spot brings a robata-style Japanese steakhouse experience to life, with a menu centered on dishes expertly grilled over smoldering charcoal. Dishes range from turkey-wrapped dates, featuring crispy smoked turkey, beef, sesame oil, tofu sauce, and truffle oil; wagyu slides with truffle yuzu and crispy potato; the "Otoro" torched, with bluefin belly topped with eel sauce and then torched and finished with truffle; and the torched salmon glaze, with Scottish salmon, soy glaze, truffle oil, and also torched at the table.
As you peruse the menu at Etzel Itzik, a server will arrive promptly, adorning your table with an assortment of Israeli salads served tapas-style.
Photo by Zachary Fagenson
Etzel Itzik Deli
18757 Dixie Hwy., Miami305-937-1546
etzelitzikmiami.comTucked off West Dixie Highway, Etzel Itzik is a cozy Israeli deli where faded photographs of past patrons line the walls, lending the space a nostalgic, lived-in charm. At this small, family-friendly spot you're immediately greeted with an assortment of complimentary tapas-style salads, setting the tone for a meal rooted in tradition. The menu, printed in both English and Hebrew, offers a variety of kosher Israeli staples, from crisp schnitzel and juicy shishlik to falafel, tahini, and richly seasoned chicken liver with onions. Breakfast options include the popular green omelet with scallions and parsley, served alongside fresh bread and salad. Whether you're here for the hearty deli fare or the warm, bilingual service, each bite brings you a little closer to Tel Aviv.
Hadekel
2500 NE 186th St., Miami561-583-0238
hadekel1.comLocated in a North Miami Beach strip mall, Hadekel offers a menu steeped in Israeli tradition. This vibrant café was founded by Israeli brothers Assaf and Tal Hadad, who set out to recreate the colorful, flavor-packed dishes of their childhood. Influenced by their Moroccan and Persian roots, as well as the diverse culinary traditions they grew up with in Israel, the menu features bold, inventive takes on classic Middle Eastern fare. Their weekend brunch is a standout, offering items like za'atar-crusted Jerusalem bagels, smoky eggplant tartare, and almond skordalia topped with Moroccan pepper salad. One of the signature dishes, the sabich boureka, layers eggplant, hardboiled egg, tahini, and amba onto buttery puff pastry. Another favorite is the "holy kubaneh," a Yemenite pull-apart bread transformed into a rich Israeli-style eggs Benedict.
Josh's Deli
9517 Harding Ave., Surfside305-397-8494
joshsdeli.comJosh's Deli delivers bold, no-frills flavor with house-cured meats and a rebellious take on tradition. Pastrami and corned beef, both made from Angus brisket, are thick-cut, juicy, and packed with smoky depth. Sandwiches come on house-baked rye with sharp mustard, and everything — from the pickles to the smoked fish — is made in-house. Now that Josh's Deli is kosher certified, the fan-favorite "Jewban" sandwich comes layered with brisket and turkey pastrami, pickles, chipotle aioli, and mustard on sliced challah. Think of it as classic deli fare with an edge: fresh, flavorful, and unapologetically original. It even earned a nod from the Michelin Guide.
Motek
Various locationsmotekcafe.comThis homegrown Miami restaurant with a cult-like following for its Mediterranean-Israeli comfort food first opened in downtown Miami in 2020, serving kosher-style eats with a welcoming ethos and a splash of sunshine. The menu brings a lively, modern twist to Mediterranean-Israeli flavors, featuring the award-winning "Arayes burger" — a Lebanese-style pita stuffed with grilled beef. Other highlights include a Moroccan-style fish in a zesty tomato and tahini sauce; a "New York" pita loaded with house-smoked pastrami, and an array of dips like mushroom hummus, tzatziki, and smoky babaganoush.
Mutra serves kosher dishes once lovingly prepared by the founder's grandmother in Israel — reconstructed for the modern palate.
Photo by N.A. Photography
Mutra
2188 NE 123rd St., North Miami786-860-1213
mutramiamiThis 60-seat kosher Israeli restaurant is redefining traditional Israeli cuisine. Founded by Israeli-born chef Raz Shabtai, the restaurant reimagines the comforting dishes of his childhood through a modern, globally inspired lens. The menu features items like "1 Perfect Falafel," a single croquette served with tahi-amba, tomato gel, and pickled red onions, and the "1000 Layers Steak," a stack of beef paired with a "burned salad" and Anaheim pepper. Dishes are as poetic as they are flavorful, from the "Chicken Liver Dreaming to Become Foie Gras" to the "Uzbeki Seniya," a lamb kebab elevated by tomato foam and apricot salad. The open kitchen, seasonal ingredients, and nightly revolving menu add to the experience.
Ostrow Brasserie
4850 NW Second Ave., Miami786-238-7452
ostrowbrasserie.com
Nestled in Miami's Buena Vista neighborhood, Ostrow brings a fresh take on kosher dining as the city's first French-kosher restaurant. Led by chef-restaurateur Olivia Ostrow, the brasserie blends classic French elegance with kosher culinary principles — meaning no shellfish, pork, or mixing of meat and dairy — without compromising on creativity. Its standout feature, O's Raw Bar, reimagines the traditional oyster bar experience with a kosher twist, offering beautifully plated seafood-inspired dishes like truffle black cod or seared tuna brioche toast.
Rustiko
9476 Harding Ave., Surfside305-560-5650
rustikomiami.comIn Surfside, Rustiko redefines Italian cuisine through a kosher lens. Owned by the team behind Fresko, Kosh, and Asiatiko, this artisan dairy bistro offers a creative twist on classic Italian fare, featuring fresh salads, handcrafted pizzas, and house-made pastas. Standout dishes include pumpkin ravioli in a creamy smoked cheese sauce with walnuts and a touch of cinnamon; mushroom panzerotti filled with mushrooms and leeks in a red wine creamy sauce; and cheese and fig pizza topped with caramelized onions and feta and blue cheese. The cozy interior sets the mood with plush seating, vine-covered wooden shutters, and a warm, inviting glow.
Sesame Bakery
2211 Sole Mia Square Ln., North Miami786-629-9606
sesamebakery.comSesame Bakery by Motek is a stylish bakery and all-day brunch spot in North Miami's SoLé Mia, created by the team behind Motek. This airy, 5,000-square-foot space blends European baking techniques with Israeli flavors, offering everything from pistachio financiers and Jerusalem bagels to shakshuka and avocado toast. With rattan seating for 165 and a pink-and-wood aesthetic, Sesame Bakery is as visually inviting as it is flavorful. The kosher-style menu spans fresh pastries, vibrant salads, creative sandwiches, and Mediterranean-inspired brunch dishes, all baked and crafted in-house. Designed to meet Motek's need for quality, housemade bread, the bakery now stands as a full-fledged destination of its own.
Yalla Motek
19565 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura786-845-6454
motekcafe.com/yallaYalla is a fast-casual, kosher-certified Mediterranean street food spot inspired by its parent restaurant, Motek. Designed to capture the vibrant energy of the Middle East, Yalla brings shawarma, hearty bowls, sandwiches, and fresh salads to shoppers at Aventura Mall. The dairy-free restaurant operates under a "mashgiach temidi," which combines daily in-person supervision with camera oversight, ensuring that every dish meets kosher standards. The menu includes a range of stuffed pitas, from crispy chicken to salmon, falafel, eggplant, or lamb or chicken shawarma, to hummus bowls, and sides like Jerusalem baguettes, red cabbage slaw, Turkish rice, and spicy waffle fries.
Zak the Baker
295 NW 26th St., Miami786-294-0876
zakthebaker.comZak the Baker in Wynwood is far more than your typical bakery with a pastry case. Helmed by James Beard Award-nominated baker Zak Stern, this beloved kosher spot has become a fixture in Miami's culinary scene. It's no surprise the bakery has racked up local honors, including New Times' "Best Bread" in 2024 and "Best Bakery" and "Best Bagels" in 2020. Beyond the bakery, the café serves a variety of breakfast and lunch options, all adhering to kosher guidelines. Menu items include a nova and onion scramble served with sourdough bread and butter; a tuna melt sandwich topped with fresh tarragon, cranberries, and sharp cheddar cheese, hot pressed on sourdough country wheat bread; and a salmon Reuben sandwich.
