As inflation drives prices upward and dining choices are becoming increasingly expensive, these South Florida restaurants are catering to their customers by offering high-quality lunch items under $20. YOT Bar & Kitchen, Jet Runway Café, JohnMartin’s Irish Pub & Eatery, Carrot Express and Pura Vida on Terranova’s Miracle Mile, all ensure customers have access to high-quality food at an affordable cost, showing each restaurant’s commitment to giving back to the communities they serve.
YOT Bar & Kitchen | Fort Lauderdale
Dine among superyachts and the most breathtaking waterfront views at YOT Bar & Kitchen, located at the Safe Harbor Lauderdale Marine Center.
With indoor and expansive outdoor seating, YOT’s nautical vibe and the seafood-forward menu offer the perfect backdrop for any time of day.
Menu highlights include the Smoked Fish Dip ($17), Seafood Tacos ($18), and the b-LMC-t ($17).
Address: 2015 SW 20th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315
Hours: Opens for lunch daily at 11:00 AM | Sunday – Thursday 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM | Friday – Saturday 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM | Happy Hour is Monday – Friday from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM | Weekend Brunch from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Jet Runway Café | Fort Lauderdale
As one of Fort Lauderdale’s top lunch and brunch locales, guests can enjoy their meal while watching planes take off and touch down right outside of Jet Runway Café at Fort Lauderdale’s Executive Airport.
The café serves lunch all day and has an expansive menu, highlights include the Salmon Burger ($19), Sunshine Salad ($18), and the Runway Wrap ($16), with an epic background to let your imagination soar.
Address: 5540 NW 21st Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
Hours: Lunch is served all day | Monday – Friday from 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM | Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub & Eatery | Miracle Mile
Nestled on Miracle Mile in Miami, JohnMartin’s is Coral Gables’ iconic Irish pub and eatery that invites guests to revel in the warm atmosphere and delve into delicious dishes.
Open for lunch daily at 11:30 AM, JohnMartin’s offers a classic menu of authentic Irish and American fare with global influences that includes flatbreads, Irish fan favorites, sandwiches, small plates, and “afters” for dessert, as well as a little lads’ menu for young patrons alongside a thoughtfully curated selection of Irish whiskey, craft beer, and other spirits.
Lunch dishes that don’t break the bank range from traditional staples to crowd-pleasing entrees, including the Brisket Flatbread and Mushroom Spinach Flatbread (each for $18), the Shepherd’s Pie ($19), the famous Fish N’ Chips ($18), the Pub Sandwich ($17), the Guinness Burger ($18), the Fish Sandwich ($18), and the Classic Burger ($18).
Salads under $20 include the Kale Salad ($17), the Irish Cobb Salad ($15), and the Caesar Salad ($13).
Address: 253 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Hours: Opens for lunch daily at 11:30 AM |Sunday – Tuesday from 11:30 AM – 12:00 AM | Wednesdays & Thursdays from 11:30 AM – 2:00 AM | Fridays and Saturdays from 11:30 AM to 3:00 AM
Carrot Express | Miracle Mile
Founded over 30 years ago at a gas station on Alton Road in South Beach, Carrot Express has become an explosive South Florida food chain.
Featuring an extensive menu that boasts natural, high-quality ingredients, the restaurant has curated an atmosphere where simple and healthy meals are obtainable at an affordable price.
Signature menu highlights include Josh’s Overnight Oats ($9.95), the Quinoa Breakfast Bowl ($13.95), the Berry Almond Toast ($8.95) and the Huevos Rancheros Burrito ($13.95).
Address: 259 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Hours: Sunday – Saturday, 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Pura Vida | Miracle Mile
Known for its welcoming vibe and all natural ingredients, Pura Vida offers an array of delicious food enjoyable at any time of the day.
The restaurant seeks to be an impactful player in the community by sourcing local, organic ingredients and creating an environment that focuses on health.
The menu has highlight dishes that include the Vegan Avacado Smash ($10.95), the Almond Berry Toast ($12.95), the PB Lover Acaí Bowl ($14.95), the Toasted Chicken Wrap ($16.95) and the Mediterranean Tomato Salad ($14.95).
Address: 244 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Hours: Monday – Saturday, 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM | Sunday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.