90 June 26 – July 2, 2025 miaminewtimes.com | browardpalmbeach.com NEW TIMES 90 NEW TIMES B E S T º F M I A M I ® 2 0 2 5 Boulevard. This beloved walk-up spot takes the classic American hot dog and elevates it with gourmet toppings and playful flavor combos. Whether you’re in the mood for a chili cheese dog, something smothered in sauerkraut, or a vegan alternative, Dogma has something for every craving. The laid-back outdoor seating and nostalgic vibe make it a casual dining go-to for locals. BEST BURGER Babe’s Meat and Counter 9216 SW 156th St. Miami 33157 786-429-1315 babefroman.com Owners Melanie and Jason Schoendorfer started selling incredible meats and memora- ble breakfast sandwiches at Pinecrest Farm- ers Market in 2013. After growing a following of loyal customers, they opened a brick-and- mortar shop in 2018 in Palmetto Bay — and it’s worth the drive south. Babe’s Meat and Counter is a no-frills spot with the city’s best burger. The Babe’s Burger may be simple, but it is seasoned to perfection. It’s a prime ground and wagyu patty with creamy srira- cha mayo, American cheese, and house-made pickles that add just enough acidity to the mix. Enjoy it, then pick up dinner at the butcher counter and shop market where they also sling natural wines and beers, home- made sauces, produce, and so much more. BEST SANDWICH Sndwch 1573 Sunset Dr. Coral Gables 33143 305-395-9476 and 9420 NW 41st St. Doral 33178 305-395-9476 sndwchmiami.com Sndwch isn’t just another sandwich shop. It’s the passion project of husband-and-wife team Adrian Patron and Dominique Hawit-Patron, who turned a pandemic side hustle into Miami’s best sandwich shop. After building a loyal following at a Doral food hall, they opened their first brick-and-mortar on Sunset Drive. Expect locally baked Sullivan Street focaccia, scratch-made sauces like Calabrian chili aioli and pesto mayo, and massive portions stacked with about four ounces of protein per sandwich. No pre-sliced deli meat here. Instead, whole balls of burrata, house- seasoned proteins, and bold flavors are packed into every bite. With Patron’s fine-dining background and Hawit-Patron’s hospitality roots, Sndwch strikes the perfect balance between chef-driven creativity and comforting, approachable food. It’s the kind of spot where after you’ve had one sandwich, you’re already planning your return trip for another. BEST CUBAN SANDWICH Old’s Havana Cuban Bar and Cocina 1442 SW Eighth St. Miami 33135 786-518-2196 oldshavana.com Old’s Havana Cuban Bar and Cocina’s Cuban sandwich captures the true essence of this classic hand-held emblem of culture with ev- ery bite. Their sandwich is stacked with juicy roasted pork, savory ham, melty Swiss cheese, tangy pickles, and mustard, all pressed to steamy perfection on authentic Cuban bread. Note, there is no salami here. This is a true Mi- ami Cuban. Since opening in 2015, this Little Havana restaurant is where locals and travelers go when they crave tradition and mucho sabor. Set in a lovely vintage-inspired space that’ll have your heart aching for the Malecón, Old’s Havana is serving the full Cubano experience. BEST CHICKEN SANDWICH Over/Under 151 E. Flagler St. Miami 33131 overundermiami.com Over/Under might be known for its con- temporary-cool downtown vibe and cock- tail creativity, but it’s the spicy chicken sandwich that really sets the stage for the right Over/Under experience. This mouthwatering sand- wich features pickle-but- termilk brined chicken that’s fried to crispy perfec- tion, accompanied with a se- cret sauce, and stacked with crunchy pickles. Served with a gen- erous helping of hand-cut fries, it’s the kind of sandwich that’s tangy, tasty, and not overwhelmingly messy. Top it off with a sour orange pie, like key lime pie but made with a Saltine crust, meringue, and a fruit still grown commercially in Florida. BEST MAC & CHEESE Joe’s Stone Crab 11 Washington Ave. Miami Beach 33139 305-673-0365 joesstonecrab.com When you slap on the bib at Joe’s Stone Crab, you may want to remember to stain it with gooey orange cheese. Because while this Miami Beach mainstay may be known for its stone crabs, old school dining room, and exceptional service, the most underrated menu item is certainly its mac and cheese. Made with the same dedication and care that’s kept the restaurant a beloved institution since 1913, this creamy, savory masterpiece perfectly complements their legendary stone crabs. It gives comfort and indulgence with every bite. At Joe’s, the mac and cheese isn’t just a side — it’s a time- honored tradition. BEST STONE CRABS Holy Crab Delivery 4708 S. Le Jeune Rd. Coral Gables 33146 305-781-4808 holycrabdelivery.com Holy Crab Delivery is redefining Miami’s stone crab game with fresh, never-frozen claws delivered right to your door. The new Coral Gables location near Merrick Park makes next-day delivery or convenient pickup a breeze, with beautifully packed fish boxes that keep every order perfectly chilled. In addition to claws in every size, Holy Crab now offers a stellar seafood selection like wild mahi-mahi, fresh snapper, and indul- gent lobster mac and cheese. Don’t leave without taking home their Key lime pie, made in Key Largo that’s as unforgettable as the stone crabs themselves. BEST CROQUETAS Vicky Bakery multiple area locations, including: 3765 W. Flagler St. Miami 33134 305-200-3675 vickybakery.com Vicky Bakery makes the best croquetas in Mi- ami because every bite carries over 50 years of Cuban baking tradition and family passion. Founded by Antonio and Gelasia Cao, who honed their craft at Cuba’s famed La Vencedora, the bakery has remained true to its roots since opening its first shop in Hialeah in 1972. What started as a humble family busi- ness has grown into a beloved Miami institution, but its com- mitment to quality and heritage never wavered. Even through fran- chising, Vicky Bakery carefully chooses family-oriented partners to keep its legacy alive and perfectly crispy, creamy croqu- etas in the bellies of discerning Floridians. BEST BAGELS (MIAMI-DADE) Coral Bagels 2750 SW 26th Ave. Coconut Grove 33133 305-854-0336 coralbagels.com Who says you can’t get a good bagel outside of New York City? Not anyone at Coral Ba- gels. This Grove area, no-frills deli has been slicing and slathering for our community long before Miami’s bagel boom began. They serve just-right bagels with a dose of diner charm. Whether you go for a classic plain ba- gel and cream cheese or go hard with a Jack and avocado bacon, the bagels are the unde- niable stars of your plate. That said, this greasy spoon also offers a full menu of com- fort food, from Nutella French toast to steak- and-eggs, a Reuben or a Lenny sandwich. No matter what your tummy desires, start with a bagel, it’s in the name after all. BEST BAGELS (BROWARD) Mo’s Bagels and Deli - Hallandale Beach 800 E. Hallandale Beach Blvd. Hallandale Beach 33009 954-833-0080 mosbagels.net There are bagels, and then there are Mo’s ba- gels — pillowy, chewy, perfectly golden rounds that feel like they were hand-rolled by a team of New York grandmothers. Tucked in- side a no-frills strip mall in Hallandale Beach, Mo’s Bagels and Deli is an old-school greasy spoon that’s been slinging East Coast comfort food to loyal crowds for years. The line out the door on weekends is proof enough that these bagels are worth the wait. Whether you’re or- dering a simple everything bagel with scallion cream cheese or going big with a pastrami- loaded sandwich, Mo’s delivers the kind of satisfying crunch and pull that most places around here just can’t replicate. Bonus: The deli menu is stacked with classics — matzo ball soup, latkes, blintzes — that make it hard to walk out with just a bagel in hand. BEST SOURDOUGH Domaselo 2691 SW 11th St. Miami 33135 305-771-4660 domaselo.com Domaselo Bakery isn’t just baking bread — they’re starting a sourdough movement right in the heart of Miami. Behind an unassuming window near Little Havana, this bakery has become a carb-lover’s pilgrimage site thanks to their obsessively crafted, slow-fermented loaves made from organic, stone-milled flour. After a TikTok video went viral, lines started forming down the block, and for good reason: Domaselo’s sourdough is crusty, tangy, and impossibly good. Each loaf is an ode to artisan baking with a Miami soul. BEST BAKERY Sesame Bakery 2211 SoLé Mia Sq. Ln. North Miami 33181 786-629-9606 sesamebakery.com What started as a quest to bake better bread for Miami-born Mediterranean-Israeli res- taurant Motek turned into the best bakery in Miami. Sesame Bakery, tucked inside North Miami’s SoLé Mia, blends European tech- nique with bold Israeli flavors. The menu ranges from pistachio financiers and flaky croissants to Jerusalem bagels and bourekas stuffed with potato or spinach. It’s an all-day brunch dream, with shakshuka, schnitzel sandwiches, and avocado toast that go way beyond basic. Inside, rattan chairs and soft pink hues make the 5,000-square-foot space as much of a vibe as the food itself. While it’s kosher-style, there’s nothing buttoned-up about the menu, which is bright, modern, and
