Craving something sweet? South Miami has become a hub for unique dessert shops drawing in families, students, and late-night snackers. From nitrogen ice cream at Chill’n to fresh donuts at The Salty and oversized cookies at Night Owl, these spots highlight how local businesses and franchises are blending creativity with community appeal.
Night Owl Cookies
10534 SW 8th St,
Miami, FL 33174
(786) 360-5011
Night Owl is a franchise that has built its name on cookies that are big, gooey, and over the top.
Employee Xavier said the Cookies & Cream and Dirty Diana are among the store’s top sellers, and keeps customers coming back for more.
The Salty
6022 S Dixie Hwy,
South Miami, FL 33143
(786) 409-4714
From Guava & Cheese to Maple Bacon, The Salty doesn’t just serve donuts — it makes them an experience. The South Miami shop doubles as a coffee stop, with seasonal flavors like the Toasted Banana Milk (GF) that keep the menu feeling fresh.
Sweet Lich’s
6104 S Dixie Hwy,
South Miami, FL 33143
(305) 200-3726
Sweet Lich’s is a family-owned hidden gem that locals love to keep to themselves. With a case full of cookies that rotate between classics and creative flavors, it’s the kind of spot where you’ll want to try more than one.
Miu’s Tea
5853 Sunset Dr South Miami, FL 33143
(786) 558-8384
For all the boba tea lovers out there if you’re looking for a new spot, Miu’s tea is the place for you. Miu’s Tea is located in South Miami and serves all different kinds of variations of tea and flavors of popping boba. Their teas range from refreshing boba to milk teas and you can customize your sweetness level according to your liking. Definitely a must try.
Chill’n Nitrogen Ice Cream
7316 SW 57th Ave South Miami, FL 33143
(786) 768-2155
Chill’n Nitrogen Ice cream is located in South Miami near Sunset Place. This shop is serving up smooth tasty ice cream with loads of toppings and flavors that the whole family can enjoy.
