Top 5 Shopping Spots in Sweetwater

1) Dolphin Mall

11401 NW 12th St, Miami, FL 33172

Prepare your arms (and your credit cards) to leave with more bags than you planned when you visit Dolphin Mall, Miami's largest outlet destination and Sweetwater's ultimate retail playground.

Packed with an unmatched mix of outlet favorites, brand-name shops, entertainment venues, and dining choices, Dolphin Mall offers limitless reasons to wander its massive corridors, whether you're browsing for deals, grabbing something to eat, or making it an all-day hangout session.

With 240+ stores, you'll find something that fits your style from icons like Nike Factory Store, Adidas Outlet, Levi's, Columbia, Michael Kors, Calvin Klein, H&M, Forever 21, Pandora, Sephora, UNIQLO (at select phases), Bath & Body Works, Puma, Guess, Vans, and more, including rotating pop-ups and seasonal concepts that keep the lineup fresh.

Dolphin Mall also features more than 25 dining spots, from fast casual to full-service restaurants, led by The Cheesecake Factory, Texas de Brazil, Brio, Dave & Buster's, Kona Grill, P.F. Chang's, Häagen-Dazs, Kaizen Sushi, Charleys Philly Steaks, and an entire food court loaded with global options.

Entertainment rounds out the experience, thanks to CMX Cinemas, live weekend performances, seasonal events, and several Instagrammable corners — including its well-known murals — where shoppers love to snap photos with their haul.

Shopping, food, fun, and unbeatable outlet deals — welcome to Dolphin Mall, a one-stop destination for everything under the sun.

2) Miami International Mall

1455 NW 107th Ave, Doral, FL 33172

Ready for an international-style shopping spree that keeps your wallet on high alert in the best way possible?

Step into Miami International Mall, a long-standing favorite for its polished mix of retail, dining, and lifestyle stops — all just 4 minutes from Sweetwater.

Inside, you'll find 120+ stores and restaurants, combining staple department stores with trend-forward fashion brands and everything in between, spearheaded by anchors like Macy's, JCPenney, and Kohl's, complemented by popular labels such as H&M, American Eagle, Forever 21, Guess, Mango, Pandora, Swarovski, Tous, Victoria's Secret, and several accessory, beauty, and footwear shops.

Dining is just as varied, with Miami International Mall's assortment of eateries and specialty food spots for when you're grabbing a quick bite or sitting down for a relaxed meal, with choices ranging from La Carreta, Churromania, Charleys Philly Steaks, to BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse, The Knife, and several snack kiosks spread throughout the mall.

Spanning more than a million square feet, Miami International Mall guarantees a spacious, family-friendly environment with events, community programs, and seasonal attractions that help keep every visit memorable — for shoppers, browsers, and casual wanderers alike.

For a mix of global brands, reliable anchors, and a little bit of everything under one roof, Miami International Mall remains a MUST.

3) Fountain Square

10111 W Flagler St, Miami, FL 33174

Still working through that shopping list?

Make your way to Fountain Square, a highly accessible retail hub conveniently positioned a mile from Florida International University and right along one of the main corridors leading toward downtown Miami, just 5 minutes from Sweetwater.

Anchored by nationally recognized names like Target, Ross Dress for Less, TJ Maxx, Publix, and ULTA Beauty, Fountain Square offers a combined 177,000+ square feet of retail space packed with essentials, fashion finds, home goods, and more.

Beyond its anchors, Fountain Square features familiar favorites such as GNC, GameStop, Visionworks, Rack Room Shoes, Five Below, and several service-oriented shops to cover those day-to-day errands in one easy stop, including casual dining spots and grab-and-go eateries scattered throughout the property, giving you plenty of options to refuel between stores.

By the time you stroll through the entire center, chances are you'll leave with more items than you planned — it's the Fountain Square code.

4) CityPlace Doral

8300 NW 36th St, Doral, FL 33166

A new wave of shopping, dining, and entertainment awaits you at CityPlace Doral, a vibrant mixed-use destination with stylish boutiques, trendy restaurants, and lively attractions, just 9 minutes from Sweetwater.

At the heart of its walkable layout, you'll see open-air promenades lined with swaying palms, dancing fountains, and lush landscape that create the perfect backdrop for an afternoon of exploration. 

Meanwhile, along its beautifully designed pathways, a curated selection of specialty shops offers contemporary fashion, elevated accessories, and unique finds from brands like Ella Boutique, Tarbay, Aviva, and Semper, with more boutiques joining the lineup throughout the year.

Once you've wrapped up your retail fix, stick around and savor the flavors of CityPlace Doral's diverse dining options, led by Juan Valdez Café, BurgerFi, and local favorites like Kuba Cabana, or settle into an evening out with cocktails at Martini Bar Doral, one of the center's go-to nightlife spots.

Whether you're here to shop, relax, dine, or stroll through its pedestrian-friendly spaces, CityPlace Doral delights you with a signature lifestyle experience that keeps this Doral landmark buzzing day and night.

5) Midway Crossings

7795 W Flagler St, Miami, FL 33144 

Explore a gigantic selection of shopping, dining, and entertainment at Midway Crossings, one of Miami's busiest lifestyle centers and your convenient gateway to a day of indulgence, just 11 minutes from Sweetwater.

An expansive indoor mall known for offering value across clothing, accessories, home goods, and everyday essentials under one roof, Midway Crossings treats shoppers to a range of popular retailers, including Burlington, Marshalls, Ross Dress for Less, Aldi, Five Below, Old Navy, Rack Room Shoes, and The Home Depot, alongside smaller specialty shops and rotating seasonal stores.

Dining options are just as diverse, with quick spots like Subway to sit-down choices such as Outback Steakhouse, along with local favorites like Newsstand Bakery, so you'll have plenty of places to pause and refuel between rounds of shopping.

With accessible pricing, familiar brands, and no shortage of things to explore, Midway Crossings allows you to fulfill your wildest retail dreams.

So, what's yours?