As Miami’s food scene continues to expand, yogurt shops that emphasize quality and creativity have become popular destinations for Ransom Everglades students. Two standout locations, Go Greek Yogurt in Coconut Grove and Myka on Lincoln Road, both offer Greek-inspired frozen yogurt, yet differ in atmosphere, ingredient variety, and overall experience.
From Greece to the Grove, Go Greek Yogurt recently opened its doors at the Mayfair complex, quickly attracting locals, tourists, and RE students who regularly spend time in the area. The shop describes itself as “an authentic Hellenic experience,” offering handcrafted Greek frozen yogurt bowls topped with fruits, nuts, honey, and other natural ingredients.
As one Go Greek employee shared, “We have all high-quality ingredients which come straight from Greece; no preservatives, and no added sugar.” Another employee explained the shop’s impact on the area: “It contributes to a whole new set of ice cream compared to other ice cream shops. This is important to note because the Grove is filled with ice cream shops, such as Chill’n and Salt ’n Straw. I think it contributes a healthier oriented environment to the Grove and inspires people to eat healthier.”
The shop is deliberately designed to feel like you’ve been transported to Greece. The walls have a sleek, white look, blending in with a mural of Santorini near the back.
So far, RE students seem to enjoy Go Greek. “It was really interesting because it was super healthy and was an organic option for dessert, so I was super excited to try it! The yogurt was so creamy and sweet!” said Ryan Sundheim ’28.
The shop, which is open late, seems particularly appealing to student athletes and others who spend a lot of time in the Grove after school. “I love the flexible hours in the shop because I can go at any time with my friends after practice, and we always have the best time,” said Sabrina Lubow ‘28, who plays basketball at RE.
While Go Greek offers a spacious, modern environment with a consistent selection of flavors, Myka provides a vastly different experience. Located on Lincoln Road, Myka is a much smaller shop, but its identity is deeply rooted in family and authenticity. “The ingredients, yogurt, everything we use makes us unique,” said one Myka employee.
Myka was created by the owner alongside her husband and two daughters, making family the foundation of the business. “The concept of Myka is family,” another employee shared. “All our toppings and yogurt are house made, very natural. And we learned how to make everything from zero.”
Although Myka offers fewer yogurt flavors than Go Greek, it stands out for its wide variety of toppings and unique combinations. The shop is known for creative options not commonly found elsewhere. “Myka has way more toppings than Go Greek, such as Dubai Chocolate sauce and Oreo crumbs, which compliment the bitter yogurt,” said Sofia Moscato ’28.
Myka aims for a welcoming, family-run atmosphere that contrasts with Go Greek’s polished, Greek-island aesthetic. Family picture frames can be seen around the store. While Go Greek focuses on health, consistency, and convenience for students near campus, Myka emphasizes creativity, homemade ingredients, and family values.
For Ransom Everglades students, both shops serve different purposes. Go Greek is a reliable go-to after school or practice in the Grove, while Myka is for Friday or weekend plans after shopping. Together, they show how two yogurt shops with similar foundations can offer completely different experiences.
