Water Street Tampa continues to deliver on the biggest and healthiest dining establishments. But I wanted to see if the neighborhood’s newest eatery, Pura Vida Miami, delivered.

The Miami Vice is a blend of strawberry, banana, dates, and a stripe of black sesame paste. | Photo by TBAYtoday

What we tried:

Tuna poke wrap: I was probably the most excited to try this wrap made with raw wild tuna. And it definitely delivered on fresh, just look at the vibrant best cross-section.

Miami Vice Smoothie: As someone who always watches Miami influencers post Pura Vida smoothies, trying one felt obligatory. This one felt like a twist on a strawberry banana, but a little less sweet with richer notes of dates.
Tahini chocolate chip cookie: If you want something a little less desserty than a chocolate chip cookie but still want dessert, enter the Tahini chocolate chip cookie. It's gluten free, doused in a bagel-esque amount of sesame seeds, and delivers on the rich nutty flavor. I would skip it if you're a true chocolate chip cookie fan, though.

The tuna poke wrap cross section. | Photo by TBAYtoday

Pura Vida opens today, Sept. 10, at 1038 Water St. — right by Wagamama.