Oct 29, 2025 - Food and Drink
Doral's Vegan & Juice is a perfect option for lunch
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Look fast and you might miss the delicious Pastelón de Yuca! Photo: Sommer Brugal/Axios
A few months ago, a friend told me about a Dominican, vegan cafeteria he often visited in Doral: Vegan & Juice.
- I was immediately interested because, one, I'm Dominican and I always want food from home, and two, I have vivid memories of my abuelo criticizing my plate when I'd skip the meat option.
The vibes: A low-key cafeteria-style restaurant in an unassuming strip mall. It was packed for lunch!
- Upon entry, diners can either order from a pre-set menu of made-to-order sandwiches, wraps, salads and smoothies or juices, or head to the hot dishes, which rotate daily.
State of plate: I went for the Special of the Day ($12.99), which is a main dish and up to four sides.
- I ordered the yuca pastelon (hearty but not overly dense), rice (duh), lentils (had a nice little kick to them) and a spinach empanada (could've used more filling, but the flavor was tasty).
- For dessert, carrot cake. This was extra (about $5), but worth it because it didn't have raisins (important!) and was perfectly moist and balanced.
- I regret not getting a smoothie or juice (my friends did, though, and said they were delicious).
The bottom line: The food is made fresh daily and is full of flavor. And for the price, it really can't be beat.
- While the menu isn't inherently Dominican, there were elements that brought me back — like the Pastelón de Yuca and yapping with a few employees about where in the country they're from.
If you go: The restaurant is open Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm, and located at 10887 NW 17th St., unit 112.
- It's closed on the weekends.