Aventura Mall near Miami continues expanding its selection of restaurants and eateries with the addition of Sugar Factory, Motek and Carrot Express.
Sugar Factory is a family-friendly, celebration destination known for its over-the-top treats, which earned it Food & Wine Magazine’s “Most Instagrammed Restaurant in the U.S.” designation. Diners can indulge in a range of exciting menu items such as Rainbow Sliders, Monster Burgers, Insane Milkshakes like Caramel Sugar Daddy Cheesecake, a King Kong Sundae that serves 12 people and colorful cocktails served in fishbowl-style cauldrons. Additional menu items include towering salads and sandwiches, meat and seafood entrees and pasta dishes.
Motek, a family-owned, Kosher-style eatery offering Israeli-Mediterranean fare, serves authentic dishes such as falafel, hummus, shawarma, malawach and more. Offering brunch, lunch and dinner, as well as sweets and coffee, Motek’s menu features both big and small plates.
Carrot Express was founded in South Florida in 1993 by Mario Laufer, who was passionate about cooking simple, healthy and flavorful dishes. The eatery – recently named one of “The Absolute 12 Best Vegan Restaurants in Miami” by Pure Wow – has grown into a spot for fresh, handcrafted food made with natural, high-quality ingredients. The menu includes acai and poke bowls, healthy burgers and wraps, salads with homemade dressings, and more.
Additionally, Ralph’s Coffee, which represents the spirit of the Ralph Lauren brand and features custom blends crafted from the world’s finest coffee beans, is set to open this summer. Toku Modern Asian, which features a diverse, modern Asian menu consisting of Japanese and Chinese inspiration with touches of Thai, is set to open this fall.
Other dining options at the upscale mall include Estiatorio Ornos by Chef Michael Mina, Ladurée, CVI.CHE 105, Pubbelly Sushi, PANI, Tap 42 Craft Kitchen + Bar, Pollos & Jarras, Serafina Miami, Bella Luna, Trattoria Rosalia, The Cheesecake Factory and Divieto Ristorante.Treats Food Hall, a curated food emporium on the expansion wing’s third level, is a gastronomical delight, home to Jrk!, Shake Shack, Chicken Guy! by Guy Fieri, Chipotle, Zuuk Mediterranean Kitchen, Poké 305 and more.
[Editor’s Update: As of April 10, 2023, Sugar Factory has closed.]








