Hungry for an açaí bowl? These 4 new Miami spots have you covered.
If you've got açaí bowls on the brain, you're in luck: we've found the freshest Miami eateries to quell your cravings. Here are the newest places to check out the next time you're in the mood for a healthful bowl packed with the South American superfood.
Miami Fresh Cafe
52 SW 10th St., Brickell
Miami Fresh Cafe is a spot to score fresh juice, smoothies and salads in addition to açaí bowls.
Its açaí bowl comes with blended açaí berries and banana topped with seasonal fruits and granola. It also has two smoothies with açaí, the Brazilian Beauty and the Fountain of Youth. Soups, breakfast dishes, salads, poke bowls and wraps round out the menu.
Yelp users are still warming up to Miami Fresh Cafe, which currently holds 3.5 stars out of 61 reviews on the site.
Yelper Kerry J., who was among the first to review it on March 10, said, "Cute little hidden cafe. Very reasonable prices and outdoor seating. I've gotten the Mexican Fury wrap and many of the smoothies, all very good. Perfect to walk up and grab something to go or to sit on their patio and enjoy."
Sara N. said, "The smoothies tasted like they were prepared in a dirty blender (tasted like chocolate and we ordered green goodness). My friend threw away her wrap. Never gave us our sparkling water we ordered and paid for."
Miami Fresh Cafe is open from 8:30 a.m.–8:30 p.m. on Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m.–7 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m.–3 p.m. on Sunday.
Almalibre Açaí Bar
1040 Biscayne Blvd., Downtown
Almalibre Açaí Bar is a vegetarian and vegan spot offering açaí bowls and more. Located at 1040 Biscayne Blvd. in downtown Miami, its food is largely plant-based, but includes a few meat dishes.
Diners can choose multiple ingredients to top their customizable açaí bowls, or select from a variety of preset options like the Skydiver, topped with hemp seeds, sunflower seeds and strawberries.
Besides açaí bowls, it has vegan burgers, salad bowls and more. (See the full menu here.)
Almalibre Açaí Bar currently holds five stars out of eight reviews on Yelp, indicating rave reviews.
Yelper Katie D., who reviewed the eatery on May 20, wrote, "Amazing! I was truly impressed with the açaí smoothie, it did not taste icy at all! The quesadilla was excellent as well. So happy to have this place across the street from where I live. What a game changer!"
Dee H. noted, "Very impressed by the food! I went here starving and with full intentions of eating whatever looked good on the menu and I did just that! The place is super clean; love the minimalist, geo, greenery vibe."
Almalibre Açaí Bar is open from 8 a.m.–9 p.m. on Tuesday-Friday and 10 a.m.–6 p.m. on weekends. (It's closed on Monday.)
Soul Fresh Juice & Fruit Bar
124 NE Second Ave., Downtown
Visiting Soul Fresh Juice & Fruit Bar for the first time? Try the Original Bowl with Brazilian açaí blended with banana and almond milk, topped with sliced banana, strawberry, kiwi, coconut flakes, granola and chia seeds.
The PB Bowl includes Brazilian açaí blended with banana, peanut butter and almond milk, topped with banana, strawberry, kiwi, coconut flakes, granola and chia seeds. Pair your meal with one of the fresh juices or opt for a smoothie bowl or fruit salad. (See the full menu here.)
With a 4.5-star rating out of 10 reviews on Yelp, Soul Fresh Juice & Fruit Bar has been getting positive attention.
Yelper Maria M., who visited on March 23, wrote, "From the smoothies and juices, to the smoothie bowls, waffles, parfaits and salad ... it's the best. Everything is so fresh and beautifully put together; they really care about the presentation."
Mar H. noted, "Nearby where I work, this is a great juice bar option for quick and reasonably priced juices. They have several mixes of fruits, vegetables and herbs. ... I've visited several times and every time the juices are fresh and enough to get you through a few hours."
Soul Fresh Juice & Fruit Bar is open from 7 a.m.–7 p.m. on weekdays and 8 a.m.–6 p.m. on weekends.
Delirio Fresh Co. Express
100 S. Biscayne Blvd., Unit 108, Downtown
Delirio Fresh Co. Express is a vegan spot, offering açaí bowls, juices, smoothies and more. The new Miami location for the local chain follows two Delirio Fresh Co. outposts in Doral and one more on the way, as we previously reported.
The selection of customizable açaí and protein smoothie bowls includes a choice of three toppings added to a base bowl, such as the açaí banana bowl with whey protein and almond milk or the regular açaí bowl with blueberry, whey protein and almond milk. Soups, salads and avocado toasts are also available. (Check out the full menu here.)
With a four-star rating out of 12 reviews on Yelp, Delirio Fresh Co. Express has been getting positive attention.
Yelper Natasha D., who reviewed the shop on June 13, wrote, "The staff was so friendly and accommodating. I was really impressed and would definitely eat here again if I'm ever in the downtown area for lunch."
Carlos D. noted, "By far, this is one of the best healthy food spots in Miami. For a quick bite or a full meal, it is just perfect. Located in a convenient location in the heart of downtown Miami, it combines fresh food and healthy yummy options. The hottest new spot for açaí bowls and avocado toasts."
Delirio Fresh Co. Express is open from 7:30 a.m.–6 p.m. on weekdays and 8 a.m.–4 p.m. on Saturday. (It's closed on Sunday.)
