Great food, really fresh! The staff is really friendly they helped me add an item after I ordered I…read moreforgot to add by mistake. Would recommend,

I remember really liking this place when I started visiting (many many many years ago),…read morespecifically their Caesar salads. Fast forward many years of trying different places, traveling abroad and expanding my palate.... Boys how things have changed. A few months ago I got a salad but was extremely let down. I decided to give it one more try recently and got a wrap instead. Let's just say I won't be coming back. Not only is it way overpriced, the portions are too small and the flavors just don't do it for me anymore.

Fresh, Massive Bowls Right Across from FIU…read more If you are looking for a solid spot near Florida International University that moves beyond the standard fast-casual chain, The Green Chicken is a great find. It's located right across the road from campus, making it an easy win for students or anyone in Sweetwater looking for a reliable, healthy-ish meal. The interior is pretty standard--a nondescript, counter-service setup designed for efficiency. However, the outdoor seating area is where this place really shines. It is well-shaded and shielded from the Florida sun, creating an inviting space whether you're meeting up with friends or need a spot to pop open the laptop and get some work done. The menu is surprisingly expansive, but the best way to describe the experience, at least for what I ordered, is an elevated Chipotle bowl. I went with the Jerk Chicken bowl over black beans (no rice). The Chicken had a nice, clean flavor. It wasn't seasoned to the extreme, so if you're looking for a massive spice kick, you might want to ask for extra sauce, but the quality of the meat was clear. The black beans were cooked perfectly, and all the veggie add-ins were crisp and fresh. The staff here is incredibly friendly and they clearly pride themselves on the "heavy hand"--the portions are huge. You definitely won't leave hungry. It's a great local alternative when you want something fresh, fast, and substantial.

Great food! Sometime the line can be a bit long and pick up orders can take a bit but overall I've…read moreenjoyed every meal I've had here

The food was so good I forgot to take a picture of it! I got the chicken bowl and it was perfect…read more Generous portion of hummus and perfect blend of toppings on top. You order from a kiosk which the friendly employee at the front helped me with. They also brought out some water which I appreciated. It's got a nice outdoor patio with plenty of seating. Great casual dinner or lunch spot.

If you're around Brickell, and specially if you work around the area, and craving something fresh,…read morebalanced, Happeas is a superb spot. We tried the Chicken Shawarma Pita Pocket, and it clearly is better than any other sandwich option. The soft pita wraps around warm, creamy hummus (honestly one of the best in the city), pickled red cabbage, Mediterranean pickles, and that well-seasoned chicken shawarma. The mix of lemon tahini, mango aioli, a touch of spicy relish, caramelized plantains, and roasted red pepper sauce gives it a really layered flavor without feeling heavy. Everything works together, and nothing competes. We also had the Cilantro Falafel Bowl, which comes with a base of hummus and lemon cabbage salad. The falafel with lemon tahini is crispy on the outside and soft inside, and the bowl is packed with roasted cabbage, cherry tomatoes, English cucumbers, chickpeas, pickles, pickled red cabbage, and pita wedges. It's simple, very fresh, and filling in a clean way. One thing that stands out at Happeas is the personalized attention, you actually feel taken care of, and there's a good chance you'll meet the owner while you're there. The vibe is relaxed, not rushed, and they've thought about small details, like having a self-serve water machine with still and sparkling options, which is a nice touch. Overall, Happeas delivers honest, well-made food with flavors that feel intentional but not overdone. Great spot for a quick lunch that doesn't taste like a compromise.

Located next door to the Hampton Inn hotel, this restaurant offers fresh bowls, salads, wraps, and…read moremany more healthy options without the added grease and heavy feeling after eating a big meal. I ordered the chipotle chicken bowl and added avocado, I was offered a sample of their frozen yogurt and açaí. The frozen yogurt is a sweet treat and I also ordered a frozen yogurt bowl with blueberries instead of bananas. Everything was delicious and made to order. I'd definitely return when in the area or if I happen to see another store in a different area. Definitely give them a try, service was friendly and quick and the restaurant was clean. You can also dine in if you'd like. The chipotle bowl I forgot take a picture of but the website picture is exactly what the bowl looked like.

This is really close to my hotel so I decided to go in. There wasn't a soul in there when I walked…read morein at dinner time, so I was a little concerned about the quality of the food. The staff was super nice, they helped to walk me through how to order. I ordered at a kiosk...a Poké bowl with raw salmon and tuna and added mango and avocado to my order at an up charge for each. I would've been so much more happy with this meal if it actually had any avocado in it!! It's a decent size bowl, but the two sauces it comes with are in teeny tiny containers. It tasted pretty healthy, but probably not something I would order again.

Came for brunch with a large group, before the crowds came into the restaurant so we had most of…read morethe restaurant to ourselves around our long singular table. The menu presented menu intriguing options for food and drinks, and being a large group we ordered most items on the brunch menu. We were all very impressed with the food, even some items which were unique but still very tasty such as the carrot cake pancake! Big kudos to the server who handled our table, as he did an admirable job, especially compared to some other restaurants that made mistakes around orders.

Came to celebrate my coworker's birthday because she loves this restaurant. We ordered:…read more Steak frites - ordered medium well but it came well done Double stack vines burger x 2 Grilled chicken sandwich - the chicken was very dry Roasted pork sandwich The Duo - a house salad and the shrimp & smoked bacon pizza Shrimp & avocado cobb salad - the salad was good but the shrimp was overcooked. For dessert, we all shared a sticky toffee cake, which was divine. Overall, the food and the service were good and many of us said we would return. The manager graciously comped the shrimp salad and the chicken sandwich, which was a pleasant surprise.

This place was a pleasant surprise. First of all their weekend deal is hard to beat given the…read morequality of their food. Matcha latte was good. Chicken and tuna melts were both delicious. Plenty of filling, so very satiating. I also tried their wraps, which were really good. Everything tastes so fresh. The one thing I was disappointed in was their sweet potato fries being super soggy and undercooked. Not worth it. Highly recommend this place with their weekend deal.

Honestly, I had never heard of Carrot Express until I walked by one when I was looking for a spot…read moreto have lunch. They had a ton of great looking/sounding options for a healthy lunch and I went with the Pesto Chicken Bowl which was really good. I'm always on the lookout for different options for lunch and Carrot Express is one that needs to be part of the rotation!

This was my first time trying Fresh Kitchen and it's literally right next to Chipotle, but I…read moredecided to switch it up and try something different. I'm so glad I did. You can immediately tell how fresh and healthier everything is. I tried the barbecue chicken and it was amazing. Super flavorful and paired really well with the sides I chose. Service was quick and really friendly. Since it was my first time and they weren't busy, they let me sample different items and even encouraged me to try more so I could figure out what I liked. That extra attention made the experience feel welcoming and not rushed at all. They have indoor dining, but I especially love the outdoor seating since it's right in the heart of town. The ambiance outside is lively and perfect for people watching while you eat. Overall, such a great healthy fast casual option. Definitely glad I chose this over my usual Chipotle run. I'll be back.

I could literally eat here every single day and never get tired of it. Fresh Kitchen feels like…read morehome to me. The food quality is excellent, I never feel bad or bloated after eating here. The flavors are delish and the service is 5 stars. The entire team is just so sweet and kind. I can't recommend this spot for lunch enough. My go-to is their almond crust tenders, sweet potatoes, and mushrooms with their creamy ginger sauce -- but honestly you cannot go wrong with anything here. Always so FRESH and always so good!

In the heart of Brickell. Known for its thin-crust, brick-oven Brooklyn style pizzas with a…read moresignature three-cheese blend of imported mozzarella, fresh mozzarella, and Parmigiano-Reggiano and homemade sauce fresh, and flavorful food with no seed oils, fried food, or added sugar and you can definitely taste the freshness with each bite! Clair, the waitress, was so nice and welcoming. Very attentive and very helpful with her recommendations and they did not disappoint! We had one of their most popular pie, the DC Baby Pizza; Fresh mozzarella cheese, beef pepperoni, drizzle spicy oil topped with 18 month parmigiano reggiano Clair recommended to try the Meatball Parm Sandwich and it was one of the best ones! Crunchy yet easy to bite into. The Calabrian Chicken Salad; Lettuce, cucumber, tomato, red onion, sweet cherry peppers house dressing. We loved it actually, a nice spicy kick that made the salad more flavorful but If you don't like spicy at all, I wouldn't recommend this one She also recommended the Italian artichoke and she was right, even if you think you don't like artichoke, you should try it! Desert we went simple with the Mini Cannolis. Surprisingly was not too sweet yet very delicious! The spot is a mix of Modern yet somewhat industrial with indoor dining and an outdoor patio with street access Typical Brickell, parking can be a pain depending on the time of the day, be ready to park a few blocks away but it's not too bad to walk down the food after dining delicious pizza! Oh and I almost forgot their speakeasy, Dom's bar! Small, cozy yet cool spot with DJs some nights but always have music. They offer the same drinks as the main restaurant but its a full bar and yes, you can have their delicious pie there as well

Came to DC Pie Co for a nice little sit down meal with the family. The vibe was very chill. Dum…read morelighting, & cozy made it perfect for those wanting to make this a chill date night, but family friendly too. Now, with its location in Brickell you already know it's likely going to cost you more than the usual, & indeed. The drinks menu was decent I had a hot box & I loved it. The appetizer menu seemed limited. Not really kid friendly, we opted to skip it. Then the pizza choices were several. Since we were with the kids & they lean to the picky side we decided to get the just cheese & another of cheese & pepperoni. Both were good. If I am in the area & wanting pizza I would go again.