{"id":232801,"date":"2026-04-15T14:48:35","date_gmt":"2026-04-15T14:48:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/232801\/"},"modified":"2026-04-15T14:48:35","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T14:48:35","slug":"beloved-vegan-sanctuary-reopens-in-miami-after-two-years","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/232801\/","title":{"rendered":"Beloved Vegan Sanctuary Reopens in Miami After Two Years"},"content":{"rendered":"

\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tA cherished garden and animal sanctuary in Miami has reopened with vegan food, plant-based eats, outdoor events, and yoga.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\"\"
\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBeloved vegan sanctuary Aguacate Garden of Love in Miami has reopened with delicious vegan food, plant-based eats, outdoor events, and yoga.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

Aguacate Garden of Love photo<\/p>\n

\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\tAdd New Times
as a preferred source on Google\t\t\t<\/a><\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"Carbonatix<\/p>\n

Audio By Carbonatix<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\tKeep Miami New Times Free\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWe\u2019re aiming to raise $7,500 by April 26. Your support ensures New Times can continue watching out for you and our community. No paywall. Always accessible. Daily online and weekly in print.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

After a year-and-a-half hiatus, Aguacate Garden of Love <\/a>has quietly reopened its doors in Kendall<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Kendall Lakes destination began a soft reopening on April 11, marking the end of a long pause that left its dedicated local fan base wondering if the project would ever return to its original home at 12100 SW 43rd St.<\/p>\n

The garden is back at its original home and the animal sanctuary, with its petting zoo and feeding areas for rescued farm animals, is fully operational and part of the experience. <\/p>\n

\"\"Aguacate Garden of Love is back at its original home in Kendall Lakes<\/p>\n

Aguacate Garden of Love photo<\/p>\n

When both Minty Z and Aguacate closed within days of each other <\/a>in September 2024, it wasn\u2019t just a coincidence. It felt like a gut punch to Miami\u2019s already fragile vegan and vegetarian scene. For a community that has long struggled to find consistent and deeply rooted plant-based dining options, losing two of its most beloved spaces at once left a noticeable void.<\/p>\n

Minty Z brought something rare to Coconut Grove with its inventive vegan dim sum and loyal following, while Aguacate offered something even harder to replicate: a sanctuary where food, wellness, and rescued animals coexisted in a way that felt uniquely Miami. Together, their closures marked more than the loss of restaurants. They represented the disappearance of gathering spaces, safe havens, and cultural anchors for the city\u2019s \u201cgreen\u201d community, making Aguacate\u2019s return feel not just exciting but deeply personal.<\/p>\n

\"\"The vegan \u201cMadurito Burrito,\u201d packed with sweet plantains, jackfruit, and black beans, also remains a staple of the kitchen.<\/p>\n

Aguacate Garden of Love photo<\/p>\n

The restaurant\u2019s return brings back a menu built on fresh, natural ingredients and global influences. Longtime fans can once again order the \u201cVegan Pan con Bistec,\u201d a sandwich featuring grilled seitan beef, potato sticks, and cilantro mayo on vegan Cuban bread. The \u201cMadurito Burrito,\u201d packed with sweet plantains, jackfruit, and black beans, also remains a staple of the kitchen.<\/p>\n

For those looking for lighter fare, the drink program offers 16-ounce wellness smoothies and cold-pressed juices. Popular items like the \u201cAwakened Monkey,\u201d a blend of banana, coffee, and peanut butter, and the \u201cSun Gazing\u201d juice made with pineapple, ginger, and turmeric are back in rotation. The menu also includes specialized \u201cMaster Shots\u201d like the \u201cVedic\u201d and the \u201cFlew Shot,\u201d designed for those seeking a quick wellness boost.<\/p>\n

Grand Opening Celebrations<\/p>\n

While the current soft reopening allows the kitchen to ramp up, a larger celebration is planned for later this month. Aguacate has set its official Grand Reopening for Saturday, April 25<\/a>. The team has indicated that the event will be a major celebration to welcome back the community and celebrate the start of this next chapter.<\/p>\n

The reopening is particularly well-timed for April, as many in the local community view the garden\u2019s return as a gift for Earth Month. For those who used to make the drive from across the city for a bowl of vegan picadillo or a few minutes with the sanctuary animals, the wait is officially over.<\/p>\n

Aguacate Garden of Love. 12100 SW 43rd St., Miami; aguacate.com<\/a>. Soft opening now, Grand Reopening April 25, 2026.<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNo one covers Miami like we do.<\/p>\n

If you value independent journalism, please consider making a contribution to support our continued coverage of Miami\u2019s evolving dining scene and the latest culinary innovations our community offers.<\/p>\n

Sign up for the Food Alerts: Miami Bites newsletter to get the latest stories delivered to your inbox<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\tTHANK YOU!<\/p>\n

You’re all set.<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCLOSE\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/p>\n

A fourth-generation Miamian, Olee Fowler knows every corner of the city. She spent a decade as the editor of Eater Miami, and now as a freelance writer, she captures the stories that make Miami unique. When she\u2019s not exploring Miami\u2019s newest restaurants and bars, you can find her at home with her dogs, Foster and Peanut, or cheering on her beloved Florida Gators. And yes, that\u2019s probably a Coke Zero on her desk.<\/p>\n

Loading trending posts…<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t