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 is one of the best breakfast diners in Miami — and open 24/7 on weekends
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11th Street Diner
1065 Washington Ave., Miami Beach305-534-6373
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's waffles are the platonic ideal of what one craves at 11:30 p.m. in Miami Beach
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Big Pink
157 Collins Ave., Miami Beach305-531-0888
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., Miami305-858-0090
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.
Cheeseburger Baby
1505 Washington Ave., Miami Beach305-531-7300
cheeseburgerbaby.netThis tiny South Beach burger joint has been the late-night go-to since 2001, serving juicy burgers and crisp 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.
The "Award Winning Baby Back Ribs" is the dish that started it all at Flanigan's back in the late 1980s.
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Flanigan's Seafood Bar & Grill
Multiple locations across South Floridaflanigans.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.
The classic slice at Joe's Pizza that's hyped up by New Yorkers is worthy of all the hype.
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Joe's Pizza Wynwood
234 NW 25th St., Miami305-501-7373
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. It's open until 3 a.m. Sunday through Wednesday, 4 a.m. on Thursdays, and until 5 a.m. Friday through Saturday.
La Latina
3509 NE Second Ave., Miami786-717-7274
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 Miamisandwicherie.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.
Legendary Miami cafe and laundromat Mary's Cafe and Coin Laundry serves one of the best pan con bistec sandwiches in South Florida, served with crispy potato sticks.
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Mary's Cafe & Coin Laundry
2542 SW 27th Ave., Miami305-443-6672
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., Miami786-247-9851
overundermiami.comOver Under is downtown's cool-kid bar where late-night eats punch way above typical bar food. Think 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 from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. Sunday through Tuesday, and until 3 a.m. Wednesday through Saturday.
Pinecrest Bakery
Various locationspinecrestbakery.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.
Popular smash burger spot Skinny Louie is opening its first Broward location in Dania Beach at Dania Pointe this summer with its burgers, fries, and shakes.
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Skinny Louie
Locations Across MiamiskinnylouieSometimes, 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 Miami305-891-0202
stevespizza.netSteve's 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
6618 Collins Ave., Miami Beach305-397-8206
uptown66.miamiThis taco ventanita has quickly become a Miami Beach favorite for late-night bites. 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. Add twinkling purple-lit trees in the Uptown Yard, and your midnight taco run feels magical. Open until 4 a.m. Thursday through Saturday and until 2 a.m. Sunday through Wednesday.
Versailles
3555 SW Eighth St., Miami305-444-0240
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.
