The Food Hall phenom in Miami continues with 2 new halls opening just this week. Shoma Bazaar in Doral and Smorgasburg in Wynwood join Citizens MiamiCentral as the newest additions to food hall dining.

But what is a food hall and why is Miami so obsessed with this dine-around experience. We have tried to rank and rate each one “In Our Opinion” based on food options, bar scene, ambiance and overall vibe. The benefit of food hall dining is the chance for everyone in your group to choose their own meal be it Asian, Italian, Fried Chicken or any combo of the above.

Many top chefs can showcase their best dishes in a food hall setting without needing to open a freestanding restaurant and hire full staff. Existing restaurants can add to their exposure and revenue by using a food hall as a popup outpost. Or use the food hall as testing ground for new menu items.

NEW:

MiamiCentral Market- Located In the Virgin Brightline terminal downtown and was featured during SOBEWFF with an event hosted by Dwayne Wade. Featured concepts include Ella Miami, Cindy Lou’s Cookies, Plant Nation and Umami Burger. 500 NW 1st Ave Suite 240, Miami, FL 33136

Opening Friday March 11th- Shoma Bazaar- Doral’s newest food hall offers 14,000 sf of dining and drinking concepts from Pubbelly Sushi, Doce Provisions, Ash! Pizza, Ella’s Oyster Bar and more. 9420 NW 41st. Doral, FL 33178

Opening Saturday March 12th( open only on Saturdays)- Smorgsaburg- Wynwoods newest outdoor market with options that include a melty Raclette over baguette , grilled lamb and chicken skewers from D’Abruzzo, Ms Cheezious decadent grilled cheese and donuts from Pink Love. 2600 NW 2nd Ave. Miami FL

Our Rankings:

1 800-Lucky- The first food hall to open and with its Asian theme is still among the most consistent and fun spots to dine and hang. Indoors and Outdoors, with evening DJ, two bars and ice cream from TaiyakiNYC. Top choices: Poke OG, B-side Sushi, Usagi Tokyo, Yip and Jeepney. 143 NW 23rd St, Miami, FL 33127

The Citadel- The classiest looking of the food halls with lots of seating and big bar scene. Located in Little River, with its own parking lot, The Citadel offer options like, Ash! Pizza( from owners of Stanzione), Manjay Caribbean, USBS burgers, L’il Laos and Frice Ice cream and cool vintage and boutique shopping under the same roof. Check online for special events on the roof. 8300 NE 2nd Ave. Miami FL 33138

TimeOut Market- Concept originated in Lisbon, Portugal, and the Miami version boasts 20 dining & drinking options and sits conveniently off Lincoln Road and offers concepts Pho Mo (from owners of Phuc Yeah), Azucar Ice Cream, La Santa Taqueria, Lur, Square Pie City and more. 1601 Drexel Ave. Miami Beach FL 33139.

Oasis Wynwood- A lush event and music venue space off N Miami Ave and features an outdoor food and beverage experience, each operating from a colorful, outfitted shipping container. Oasis’s food concepts: Alidoro, Buya Dumplings + Buns, CHIKIN, Mr. Mandolin, Prince Street Pizza, and Los Buenos – showcase both well-known local chef talents as well as New York City favorites. In true Wynwood fashion, the focal point of the spacious outdoor setting is the Tower Bar, constructed from shipping containers and depicting a creative colorful mural by renowned Spanish artist Antonyo Marest. 2335 N Miami Ave. Miami FL. 33127

Mia Market- Formerly known as St Roch Market, Mia Market is situated in the Design District luxury shopping area, and while each visit seems to offer a constantly changing dining landscape, the hall features local entrepreneur concepts like Dal Plin pasta, Coop fried chicken and Tran Am. 140 NE 39th St STE 241, Miami, FL 33137

Lincoln Eatery- A block off Lincoln Road, and under Marshalls, Lincoln Eatery has struggled with keeping consistent tenants, but seems better poised now with new additions like Plant Theory, Pesto Italian and Simply Good Pizza. 723 Lincoln Ln N, Miami Beach, FL 33139

So when you find yourself at a loss entertaining friends or family with varied tastes, try one of these food halls so everyone can be happy and well fed.