Top 5 Vegan Restaurants in West Little River

1) OMG! China 

1527 NW 79th St, Miami, FL 33147

Tired of the predictable, greasy Chinese takeouts you've known and guiltily consumed all your life? Order at OMG! China, and let this humble Chinese takeout spot in West Little River prove you wrong. 

Offering a selection of popular Chinese staples, OMG! China surprises customers with a wide range of noodle dishes, rice plates, and stir-fried combinations built around unparalleled sauce mixes and generous portions.

And yes, this applies to vegan practitioners too!

At OMG! China, classics like lo mein and fried rice have their own vegetable-forward, eggless versions, alongside tofu, our favorite vegan protein, and mixed-vegetable dishes, which soak up the same savory sauces that patrons enjoy about OMG! China dishes.

For those who want something light but filling, the vegetable stir-fries and customizable plates offer a more balanced route, paired with steamed rice or noodles to complete the meal.

Consistent flavors, generous servings, and vibrant flavors for days — this is OMG! China, proof that takeouts don't have to mean selling out on how you choose to eat.

2) Naomi's Garden Restaurant & Lounge

650 NW 71st St, Miami, FL 33150

Caribbean flavors, soulful cooking, and a menu that welcomes plant-based diners without hesitation come together at Naomi's Garden Restaurant & Lounge, a longtime neighborhood favorite just 9 minutes from West Little River.

With roots tracing back to a vegetarian health food truck, a foundation that continues to shape its approach today, Naomi's Garden Restaurant & Lounge's mobile concept has grown into a full-service spot brimming with bold Haitian-Caribbean flavors and a loyal following that spans locals and visitors alike.

Here, meals are built around generous, bowl-style plates that pair mains with comforting sides, making it easy for vegans, pescatarians, and omnivores to order from the same menu without feeling boxed in or limited.

Vegan diners, in particular, have plenty to work with, thanks to a dedicated lineup of plant-based mains, including standouts such as jerk jackfruit, tofu stroganoff, and the vegan sampler, which lets you mix and match three vegan mains in one bowl.

Meanwhile, soups, extra sides, and desserts will transform your meal into a filling, well-balanced dining experience, especially if you dine on select days, where Naomi's Garden holds live performances and small events, reinforcing its role as more than just a restaurant but a place where food, music, and community live under one roof.

3) Carrot Express 

9802 NE 2nd Ave, Miami Shores, FL 33138

Who says eating out means breaking your diet when you can surround yourself with vegetable-forward plates, protein-packed meals, and low-calorie bites at Carrot Express, a vegan-friendly, health-conscious food spot, just 9 minutes from West Little River.

While it isn't a strictly vegan restaurant, Carrot Express has long been an easy yes for plant-based diners, thanks to its selection of power bowls, açaí bowls, avocado toasts, wraps, and salads that you can customize to align with how you eat.

And that carrot cake? Order a slice and see why this healthy temptation is one of Carrot Express' most talked-about menu staples!

4) Pura Vida - Miami Shores 

9801 NE 2nd Ave, Miami Shores, FL 33138

Miami has no shortage of health-focused cafés, especially over the last few years—but one name has been shaping Miami's wellness scene long before it became a trend, with roots going back to its first location in 2012.

You already know it, but its name is worth repeating: Pura Vida, an all-day café with dozens of locations across Florida, New York, and Southern California, with its Miami Shores outpost just 9 minutes from West Little River.

Step inside and find yourself in awe of light woods, soft neutral finishes, and Boho chic motif — a plus for customers who love documenting their meals on Insta, Facebook, and TikTok.

Mind you, they aren't the only ones who'll love dining at West Little River!

Plant-based diners, for one, have plenty of room to order confidently, thanks to Pura Vida's flexible, All-Day menu of vegetable-forward plates. Açaí bowls, wraps, and grain-based dishes share space with customizable vegan-friendly options.

Pura Vida also offers fresh juices, smoothies, coffee, and tea drinks, available with alternative milks and organic sweeteners.

"Good" fuel for your body, iconic content for your socials — no doubt it's a win-win!

5) Plant The Future Cafe 

8484 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33138

Watch your palate take a cue from Mother Nature as you take a chance on one of Little River's newest cafés, Plant The Future Café, a discovery of Biophilic Art, design, and coffee along NE 2nd Ave in Little River, just 10 minutes from West Little River.

Plant The Future Café unfolds as a botanical art and café experience in the heart of Miami, where visitors surround themselves with living art, moss-covered walls, and nature-inspired design, whether indoors or outdoors.

Here, greenery is found in every corner, and the menu mirrors its philosophy, as specialty coffee is joined by matcha, herbal teas, and an intimate selection of vegetarian and vegan-friendly pastries — with more to come!

At Plant The Future Café, nature isn't just décor — it’s the foundation of the overall experience. 

And for anyone eating plant-based, Plant The Future Café is a delicious reminder that coffee, creativity, and conscious choices can exist in the same space.